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SHORTDOG99 · 10-26-2011, 08:24 PM

I am getting ready to install a 4" dropped axle in my 59. My question is, if i want to get more than the 4" drop that the axle will give me...which is the best way to achieve this with keeping a nice ride? Is it best to de-arch the front springs? Take some leafs out of the front? run mono's? or ??

Keep in mind that i bought my axle from Sid's and i also bought the modified (extended) steering arm, pitman arm, tie rod...so everything will clear just right. I just want to hear from some of you guys that have been down this road and what see what advice you can give me or what to look out for.

Thanks in advance!
SHORTDOG

10-26-2011, 08:24 PM	#1
SHORTDOG99 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Ontario, California Posts: 124	Dropped axle question I am getting ready to install a 4" dropped axle in my 59. My question is, if i want to get more than the 4" drop that the axle will give me...which is the best way to achieve this with keeping a nice ride? Is it best to de-arch the front springs? Take some leafs out of the front? run mono's? or ?? Keep in mind that i bought my axle from Sid's and i also bought the modified (extended) steering arm, pitman arm, tie rod...so everything will clear just right. I just want to hear from some of you guys that have been down this road and what see what advice you can give me or what to look out for. Thanks in advance! SHORTDOG Attached Images



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