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08-24-2009, 01:54 AM
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4/6 drop whos kit?
What kits is everyone running? I see a lot of people piecing kits from various companies together.
Anyone running one companies stuff? I want to get 4/6 drop springs and spindles, shocks, shock relocation brackets, C notch, rear track bar, and anything else anyone recommends. This is on a 72 truck so it already has disc brakes Last edited by vegaschevy; 08-24-2009 at 02:10 AM. |
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08-24-2009, 03:38 AM
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Re: 4/6 drop whos kit?
I am running mostly McGauphys stuff. Every thing except for my 2 inch rear blocks and my C notch and track bar. That all came from CPP. I am 5/7 though
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08-24-2009, 04:24 AM
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Re: 4/6 drop whos kit?
me too
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08-24-2009, 07:51 AM
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Re: 4/6 drop whos kit?
Use ECE. (Early Classic Enterprises)
They can fix you up with a complete kit. The only thing they don't sell is the bolt-in c-notch. That's not required with a 6" rear drop anyway.
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Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823 Last edited by lolife99; 08-24-2009 at 07:52 AM. |
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08-24-2009, 08:29 AM
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Re: 4/6 drop whos kit?
 - most of the stuff for my 2wd Blazer is from ECE - the only thing that might not be is the front stock height springs - but not sure if I will buy those yet - I might need them...ECE 4" rear drop spings ECE KYB drop shocks ECE Rear Shock Relocators ECE 2.5" front drop spindles ECE Adjustable Panhard Bar Last edited by lks dcvn; 08-24-2009 at 10:53 AM. |
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08-24-2009, 08:35 AM
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Re: 4/6 drop whos kit?
I used the complete 4/6 kit from Early Classics.....Perfect fit on everything....
My front sway bar is from Classic Perform Products CPP...
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08-24-2009, 10:07 AM
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Re: 4/6 drop whos kit?
Another recommendation for Early Classics. Top notch products and top notch guys who know their stuff.
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08-24-2009, 10:31 AM
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Re: 4/6 drop whos kit?
Has anyone rode in a truck or a few different lowered truck with different companies suspension? was there a difference? Just wondering who might have the best spring rates.
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08-24-2009, 10:39 AM
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Re: 4/6 drop whos kit?
I've only ridden in my own, and I used the ECE kit. But make sure that you leave your factory bump stops in on the back, the frame will bottom out otherwise.
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08-24-2009, 11:17 AM
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Re: 4/6 drop whos kit?
My 2.5/4.0 drop is ECE. Add an inch to the front with their lowering springs. Out back, going 5-inches or more may mean that you should consider their crossmember, which relocates the mount for the rear trailing arms as well as provides holes for the exhaust system to be routed. A track bar is a given. ECE has been really great for technical assistance.
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08-24-2009, 11:41 AM
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Re: 4/6 drop whos kit?
Same old song and dance... look no further than ECE. Their prices, parts, and service is comparable to none.
 Here's a shot my recently lowered (4.5/6), disc brake upgraded (6-lug rotors), '69 SWB. Check out the build thread in my signature for pictures of the install (Project: Blank Slate)
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08-24-2009, 12:06 PM
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Re: 4/6 drop whos kit?
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Re: 4/6 drop whos kit?
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On my truck we have yet to reinstall the bumpstops and I haven't bottomed out once.
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08-24-2009, 01:32 PM
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08-24-2009, 02:14 PM
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Re: 4/6 drop whos kit?
Mine did, I decided to raise it back up due to it always hitting the frame.
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08-24-2009, 02:29 PM
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Re: 4/6 drop whos kit?
I removed my frame stops as well and I have not bottomed out yet....
Here is a pict of the 4/6 with 20's rear and 18's front
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08-24-2009, 06:06 PM
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08-24-2009, 06:12 PM
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Re: 4/6 drop whos kit?
Heres my 4/6 drop everything is ece except spindles. I made my own custom made drop a ams. Then used stock spindles.
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Left front 28 1/2 inches from the ground to the fender lip , tire 26 inches tall 18x8 255-50-18 Right front 28 1/2 inches from the ground to the fender lip Right rear 31 1/2. inches to the lip of the bed ,Tire 29 inches 20x10 295-40-20 Left rear 31 1/2 inches to the lip of the bed
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While I am with you on attempting to spend money wisely, for the fact that I didn't have to question if I was missing pieces when they arrived; I was notified that one box would be late due to not having the pieces in at that moment (when the others shipped) and knowing that I could talk with someone about any issue I had, without second guessing their opinion.... my money went to ECE. Just my $.03... but with everyones rants/raves with CPP, I didn't want to chance the install being hung up. Quote:
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08-24-2009, 10:23 PM
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Re: 4/6 drop whos kit?
can you get a 4'' drop in the front buy cutting the coils
i want a 4/6 but don't have the money. i have enough to get the rear drop kit from ECE i know it wont be that great of a ride but i want to drop the truck. has anyone cut the coils to achieve a 4'' drop?
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08-24-2009, 10:31 PM
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Re: 4/6 drop whos kit?
I have never had any issues with CPP. Every time I hear of problems, it is always wrong parts sent, bad customer service. I get great customer service at the counter, and always walk out with the right parts. They have a nice shop, and even let my 3 yr old run around and touch stuff while I am at the counter. I buy from them because they are right down the street from me. Every local that I saw at Brothers truck show uses them also and loves them. I guess they suck at mail orders
If I bought from ECE, I would have to pay shipping and sales tax as I am in California. If ECE would nix one or the other, I would try buying from them as I hear from people on the board that they are great.Just my .02 
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