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squarebody · 02-27-2008, 06:21 AM

Im new here, can any body post some pic of their drops with info such as drop,rim width,b/s, tire size. have a 86 silverado swb going with 5/5 drop stock rallys 15x8. 275/60 rear 255/60 front. planning on a flip kit(no c-notch) 3inch spindles 2 inch coils (hear i have to do some grinding on the lower control arms) does this sound feasable? i will appreciate any help!

this is a budget beater for now.

Malo83 · 02-27-2008, 10:35 AM

This is my 83

4/5 drop(2 cut coils and flip kit)
15x9 shoes 4"BS
275/50/R15 TA's

**slepysal** · 02-27-2008, 11:07 AM

nice !!! what size tires/wheels ?

69BBsuburban · 02-27-2008, 11:49 PM

Mine is about a 5/6 or so....flipped with no notch.....it's close to the bumpstops, which are aftermarket.
Stock 15x7 and 8 Rallys, 235/60-15's and 275/60-15's....

ton*loc · 02-28-2008, 12:23 AM

so the flip kit is like 5 inches ?

1LoC10 · 02-28-2008, 12:42 AM

That truck sits perfect... right on the tires.. nice

CLASSIC87' · 02-28-2008, 12:47 AM

Here's mine with a 5/6 drop... running 17's back then.

69BBsuburban · 02-28-2008, 12:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ton*loc

so the flip kit is like 5 inches ?

Yeah...the store bought kits are "generally" 5", it depends on the leaf spring packs....
But flipping a rear is so easy making your own "kit", that you can go lower if needed, just weld on new perches and use blocks (I always thought those U shaped "blocks" in flip kits were cheesy)....but anything over 5" needs a notch...honestly, mine could use a notch...it'd have a bit more clearance, esp. with a load...

68c10owner · 02-28-2008, 01:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Malo83

This is my 83

4/5 drop(2 cut coils and flip kit)
15x9 shoes 4"BS
275/50/R15 TA's

Looks great. I`d like to know the wheel/tire size

Quote:

Originally Posted by 69BBsuburban

Mine is about a 5/6 or so....flipped with no notch.....it's close to the bumpstops, which are aftermarket.
Stock 15x7 and 8 Rallys, 235/60-15's and 275/60-15's....

What did you use up front to get the drop? Looks great

Quote:

Originally Posted by CLASSIC87'

Here's mine with a 5/6 drop... running 17's back then.

What size wheel/tire were you running?

dhughins · 02-28-2008, 02:03 AM

it says under maol's pic his tires size 275/50/r15 wheels are 15x9's

CLASSIC87' · 02-28-2008, 02:33 AM

Here's your info man:
Front:
17x8.5 with 255/60/17 Goodyear GTII tires 4" Back spacing
Rear:
17x9.5 with 275/60/17 Goodyear GTII tires 5.5" Back spacing

Thanks,
Anthony

69BBsuburban · 02-28-2008, 02:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 68c10owner

What did you use up front to get the drop? Looks great

This was my stepdad's truck....when he was killed, my mom gave me the truck.....so I'm not certain the exact drop specs.... I do know it is a combo of springs and spindles. Probably 3" springs and 2" spindles, as there are no modifications or grinding of the A-arms or calipers, which is normally needed when 3" spindles are used with factory Rallys.....

I had an '80 with 3" drop spindles, and this truck is much lower.

slug · 02-28-2008, 05:33 AM

Heres Mine, She Has A 5/7 Drop. Flip Out Back With Drop Shackles And Drop Spindles/springs Up Front

Mr79C10 · 02-28-2008, 06:03 AM

5/5 drop here

Twisted78SS · 02-28-2008, 06:46 AM

Mine was a 5/5 before I decided to go air.

Tires at the time of the picture were 255/50/15 I think..

68c10owner · 02-28-2008, 07:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dhughins

it says under maol's pic his tires size 275/50/r15 wheels are 15x9's

yeah I`m a idiot. Thanks,lol.

Quote:

Originally Posted by CLASSIC87'

Here's your info man:
Front:
17x8.5 with 255/60/17 Goodyear GTII tires 4" Back spacing
Rear:
17x9.5 with 275/60/17 Goodyear GTII tires 5.5" Back spacing

Thanks,
Anthony

Thanks for the specs. I like the look.

Quote:

Originally Posted by 69BBsuburban

This was my stepdad's truck....when he was killed, my mom gave me the truck.....so I'm not certain the exact drop specs.... I do know it is a combo of springs and spindles. Probably 3" springs and 2" spindles, as there are no modifications or grinding of the A-arms or calipers, which is normally needed when 3" spindles are used with factory Rallys.....

I had an '80 with 3" drop spindles, and this truck is much lower.

Thanks for the info.

boxrodz · 02-28-2008, 11:25 AM

Good-looking 78, Twisted...
Not to go OT, but is the installation of the Procharger complete? If so, got any pics?

ton*loc · 02-28-2008, 06:32 PM

man all those trucks sit so cool !

I'm worried about my headers scraping every if i'm that low. plus mine is a long bed so i wonder if my rear bumped and tow hitch will scrap ?

BowTieOgre · 02-28-2008, 06:44 PM

Flip kit, 2" springs and 2.5" spindles here for a 4.5/5 drop. Ive got plenty of room between my axle and the bumpstops. Tires are 275/60/15 all around.

Twisted...that is a FINE looking truck you have there!

moneyeater · 02-29-2008, 12:24 AM

This is my longbed dropped with 2,5" spindles and 2" springs and a flipkit!
She rolls on 10x15 eagle alloys with 265/50 and 295/50 Bfgs!
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Rc 415 · 02-29-2008, 01:10 AM

jermasaurus · 02-29-2008, 04:57 AM

I have GOT to bring my front end down the extra 2" ASAP! I have the 3" spindles right now. Your trucks look sweet!

Twisted78SS · 02-29-2008, 09:44 AM

Thanks,

Almost complete, working to finish some exhaust before the inital run-in. I want to put some miles on the motor before I run the Procharger. Been a bit side tracked getting my Blazer projects underway. All in good time.. With the weather getting better, I had better get on it!

Quote:

Originally Posted by boxrodz

Good-looking 78, Twisted...
Not to go OT, but is the installation of the Procharger complete? If so, got any pics?

boxrodz · 03-03-2008, 11:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by boxrodz

Good-looking 78, Twisted...
Not to go OT, but is the installation of the Procharger complete? If so, got any pics?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Twisted78SS

Thanks,

Almost complete, working to finish some exhaust before the inital run-in. I want to put some miles on the motor before I run the Procharger. Been a bit side tracked getting my Blazer projects underway. All in good time.. With the weather getting better, I had better get on it!

Sounds good.

Thanks for the response.

1984 swb chevy · 03-03-2008, 10:13 PM

Here is my 84 with 5/6 and 20/s

02-27-2008, 06:21 AM	#1
squarebody Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: lufkin texas Posts: 8	pics of 5/5 drop please Im new here, can any body post some pic of their drops with info such as drop,rim width,b/s, tire size. have a 86 silverado swb going with 5/5 drop stock rallys 15x8. 275/60 rear 255/60 front. planning on a flip kit(no c-notch) 3inch spindles 2 inch coils (hear i have to do some grinding on the lower control arms) does this sound feasable? i will appreciate any help! this is a budget beater for now.

02-27-2008, 10:35 AM	#2
Malo83 Cruzzzn' Vet Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Porterville,Ca. Posts: 1,918	Re: pics of 5/5 drop please This is my 83 4/5 drop(2 cut coils and flip kit) 15x9 shoes 4"BS 275/50/R15 TA's

02-27-2008, 11:07 AM	#3
slepysal Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: San Jose NOR*CAL Posts: 3,080	Re: pics of 5/5 drop please nice !!! what size tires/wheels ? __________________ 1960 Apache long bed fleet L6 250 Clifford intake 2 bbl carb. Langdon cast headers with dual exhaust and bellflower tips. T-5 5 speed, power steering and power disc brakes. "Over, Around or through it... "

02-27-2008, 11:49 PM	#4
69BBsuburban Right in front of you. Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Roy, Wa Posts: 584	Re: pics of 5/5 drop please Mine is about a 5/6 or so....flipped with no notch.....it's close to the bumpstops, which are aftermarket. Stock 15x7 and 8 Rallys, 235/60-15's and 275/60-15's.... __________________ Pinstriping by Josh '78 Chevy Silverado SWB (lowered, 454) '90 Chevy Sport Truck '68 Dodge Charger R/T 1930 Ford Model A

02-28-2008, 12:23 AM	#5
ton*loc Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: sioux city iowa Posts: 178	Re: pics of 5/5 drop please so the flip kit is like 5 inches ? __________________ 1986 chevy c10 in the "build" process as we speak 358 flat tops, vortec heads, .500 lift cam, NOS power shot plate system, yada yada yada MMA PIX http://www.clgpix.com/MMA/Fighters/F...C/CoteTony.htm MMA RECORD 24-5

02-28-2008, 12:42 AM	#6
1LoC10 Insert Title Here Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Dyer, Indiana Posts: 5,679	Re: pics of 5/5 drop please That truck sits perfect... right on the tires.. nice __________________ BOBBY _69 SWB_ 1000 pics of 67-72's>> http://s193.photobucket.com/albums/z...-72/?start=all <<

02-28-2008, 12:47 AM	#7
CLASSIC87' OL BLUU Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: WICHITA, KS. Posts: 1,065	Re: pics of 5/5 drop please Here's mine with a 5/6 drop... running 17's back then. Attached Images

02-28-2008, 02:03 AM	#10
dhughins Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: ozark, al Posts: 583	Re: pics of 5/5 drop please it says under maol's pic his tires size 275/50/r15 wheels are 15x9's

02-28-2008, 02:33 AM	#11
CLASSIC87' OL BLUU Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: WICHITA, KS. Posts: 1,065	Re: pics of 5/5 drop please Here's your info man: Front: 17x8.5 with 255/60/17 Goodyear GTII tires 4" Back spacing Rear: 17x9.5 with 275/60/17 Goodyear GTII tires 5.5" Back spacing Thanks, Anthony

02-28-2008, 05:33 AM	#13
slug Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Groves,TX Posts: 483	Re: pics of 5/5 drop please Heres Mine, She Has A 5/7 Drop. Flip Out Back With Drop Shackles And Drop Spindles/springs Up Front Attached Images

02-28-2008, 06:03 AM	#14
Mr79C10 It Is What It Is,,,, Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: The Gun Shine StateFlorida* Posts: 1,765	Re: pics of 5/5 drop please 5/5 drop here __________________ 79 C10 Short Box ST8 6 bang'r Lowered w/ 3" Control arms, 2" Lower Coils and 4" shackles and hangers W/ FLIP KIT __--__* 79 C-10 project* .........................__ ..............._____ l __\___ ..............\|_(O)_ \|___(O) ] FAQ INDEX Thread The Kulture My Rat Den

02-28-2008, 06:46 AM	#15
Twisted78SS Wide n'Low Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: La Center, WA Posts: 1,511	Re: pics of 5/5 drop please Mine was a 5/5 before I decided to go air. Tires at the time of the picture were 255/50/15 I think.. __________________ Trippin Hazard.. 67 swb, Gold Member.. 68 Suburban Air Force Retired

02-28-2008, 11:25 AM	#17
boxrodz Until Seventy Times Seven Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Rocky Mountain Front Range Posts: 1,301	Re: pics of 5/5 drop please Good-looking 78, Twisted... Not to go OT, but is the installation of the Procharger complete? If so, got any pics? __________________ boxRODz 1983 C10 SWB Fleetside When two halves is gone, there's nuthin left. Two nothings is nuthin. That's mathematics son. You can argue with me but you can't argue with figures. Two half nothings is a whole nuthin...

02-28-2008, 06:32 PM	#18
ton*loc Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: sioux city iowa Posts: 178	Re: pics of 5/5 drop please man all those trucks sit so cool ! I'm worried about my headers scraping every if i'm that low. plus mine is a long bed so i wonder if my rear bumped and tow hitch will scrap ? __________________ 1986 chevy c10 in the "build" process as we speak 358 flat tops, vortec heads, .500 lift cam, NOS power shot plate system, yada yada yada MMA PIX http://www.clgpix.com/MMA/Fighters/F...C/CoteTony.htm MMA RECORD 24-5

02-28-2008, 06:44 PM	#19
BowTieOgre Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Pensacola, FL Posts: 1,461	Re: pics of 5/5 drop please Flip kit, 2" springs and 2.5" spindles here for a 4.5/5 drop. Ive got plenty of room between my axle and the bumpstops. Tires are 275/60/15 all around. Twisted...that is a FINE looking truck you have there! Attached Images __________________ 1986 C10 - LWB, 305/700r4, posi, vortec heads



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02-29-2008, 12:24 AM	#20
moneyeater Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Northern Germany,near Bremen Posts: 684	Re: pics of 5/5 drop please This is my longbed dropped with 2,5" spindles and 2" springs and a flipkit! She rolls on 10x15 eagle alloys with 265/50 and 295/50 Bfgs! more pics in my webalbum! __________________ My little US vehicle parts business: http://www.thegearheaddepot.com/ Come have a look! ´81 GMC C 10, Spanish Red Last edited by moneyeater; 02-29-2008 at 12:28 AM.

02-29-2008, 01:10 AM	#21
Rc 415 Flat Black, & Chrome! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: San Francisco Posts: 852	Re: pics of 5/5 drop please __________________ 1983 Chevy C10 Stepside Sold http://s69.photobucket.com/albums/i76/rc_415/

02-29-2008, 04:57 AM	#22
jermasaurus Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: New Lenox, IL Posts: 442	Re: pics of 5/5 drop please I have GOT to bring my front end down the extra 2" ASAP! I have the 3" spindles right now. Your trucks look sweet! __________________ 79 Jimmy slammed AKA James Down

03-03-2008, 10:13 PM	#25
1984 swb chevy Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: New Jersey Posts: 466	Re: pics of 5/5 drop please Here is my 84 with 5/6 and 20/s Attached Images

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