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Drop blocks
Maybe stupid questions were could I find drop blocks for my 66? I keep finding s-10 ones are these are small right or can I use them?
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any auto parts store should have some universal blocks for leafs, but your most likey looking for block trailing arms.
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i ment blocks for trailing arms.
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Block for trailing arms are different because the U-Bolt goes throught them. Check out cpp(classic performance parts) they have a 2 inch kit.
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CPP is where we got ours. And also 2" is as tall as you want to go.
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Thanks they are on the way now
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thanks 72blazerdude. I was just about to ask that question! While I'm writing...what would be the adverse effects of a 3" block?
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One problem is the bigger the block the more your axle is pushed forward when you let the air out. Not much, but you can see it.
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Ok, that's good info to know. So when I go to find center on my frame for the c-notch, I will want the blocks in first, right? (just learning, don't make fun!!)
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Using 3 inch blocks starts putting things like shock mounts way to close to the ground. If you used 3 inch blocks with a shock relocating kit like ECE it will put the lower shock mount somewhere close to 2 inches from the ground. Granted it is in the centerline of the rear wheels but thats to close for me.
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i was thinking of getting some drop blocks (the ones for leafs), but i have two questions if i go w/ 3" block wouyld i need new shocks? and right now my leaf are above the alxe what do i need for the block to work/ how do the block work?
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you need a flip kit first, which will give you 5-6" depending on your springs, your rear axle, and the flip kit manufacturer. you can get shackles to give you 2", shackles and hangers to give you 4". drop springs are another option
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I will tell you this. I recently discovered that if you want to run your exhaust out the rear by going over the axle tubes you can do it if you have 2 inch blocks and 3 inch springs.
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I got 3 inch blocks and mine are not close to the ground... It depends on how tall your tire is. I got 29.5" If you are running a 25"-27" tire it would effect it though!
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Also with a big block,if You get a flat,You will be skidding on the ubolts and trailing arms,instead of the rim and tire.
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is cpp the only place to get them specifically designed for our trucks?
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nope http://www.gmcpauls.com/67-72_d&s.htm and http://www.performancesuspension.com/TruckLowerTwo.htm are the 2 others i found
and i think these http://www.stockcarproducts.com/trkarm1.htm would work
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just a quick note.If you are running your bags in the original spring location,you will need more than a c-notch to clear.I fabbed a 2.5" notch,installed the bags and tested it to find that there is about a 1/2" of room left in the notch when aired out.This is with no drop blocks.Make sure to post some pics of your install!
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Is what rollie396 true? Does it depend on what size wheels/tires your running?
I thought a bolt-in c-notch, 2-inch blocks, and bag in stock coil location was a fairly common set-up. Josh |
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Yes Rollie396 is correct.. Tire size doesn't matter on what he is talking about. The bag is bottom out between the trailing arm and the frame.
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