Assistance on static drop pics/info

[Lost81c10]

Need your help. Can you post you static drop pics/specs (preferably) or point me to some threads you might now of on 73-87 static drops with pics/specs. I have seen a few but nothing specific with this especially on 73-87s. Then again it could be operator error.
I am in the process of lowering my truck 85 1/2 SWB, but I wanted to see what I can expect before I install the front stuff.
I bought a 4" Western Chassis hanger/shackle kit, (installed this past weekend and let me tell you it was a job easy but tedious, but thanks to my 15 yr old son’s help it is done). I think the results of that will be good for the look I was after especially once the front is done.
For the front I got CPP 2.5" spindles and was also contemplating cutting stock springs one full coil, but I think it might be too much or maybe just right compared to the rear thus I wanted to see what it might look like with either or. Also, if I cut the spring, (A) cut from the bottom or top? and (B) will it be ok if I cut only 1/2 of one full coil?
Thanks. I will post pics of the rear drop when I get home.