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05-15-2017, 02:39 AM | #1 |
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Another Lowering Question
Hi All,
I am looking at this kit to lower my stock c20 - which combo should I go with if I want to go as low as possible without notching the frame and effecting the ride too much. I have not done the disc brake conversion which is why I havent gone the drop spindle route. Please post pics if you got'em! Thanks! |
05-15-2017, 08:17 AM | #2 |
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Re: Another Lowering Question
I like a 3/5" drop on most trucks. I believe a 3/5 would be about as low as most would want without having to notch IMO. Any lowering is going to affect ride some but most will like the ride equally as good if not better. Just make sure you get springs that work with your truck especially if you plan to tow any with it.
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05-24-2017, 02:18 AM | #3 | |
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05-24-2017, 09:47 AM | #4 |
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And are the rear pinion angle shims drop type? http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...&postcount=222 Cause that's my plan 3" springs in front with my 2.5" spindles - 5" springs in rear with 2" drop angle wedges.
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05-24-2017, 12:56 PM | #7 |
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Same thing as a 2" drop block with the shim angle machined in, CPP makes them:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/261704855923...%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
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05-24-2017, 03:41 PM | #8 |
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Ah, those are cool! I have their standard blocks and added on shims.
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05-24-2017, 04:39 PM | #9 |
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Re: Another Lowering Question
You should be safe with a 3/5 drop. You could also probably get away with a 4 inch drop in the front. I think these truck look good with a little bit of a rake so I would go with a 4/4 or 4/5 drop. Other companies sell 4 inch front drop springs. I think. Before you spend your money on lowering the truck with coils it might be a good idea to save for the drop spindles. It is a better way of lowering and it will make your truck safer.
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