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muscletruck · 08-17-2002, 11:14 PM

what do you all have....i am contemplating what method to drop the front...after reading a post on the suspension board i dot think i wann a heat em.....i will prbebly end up going the cheapo cut method....and i will end up flipping or blocking the back....i dunno.....what kinda of shocks should i use for these methods of drop.or do i just stick with shock.i am gonna buy new ones anyway i need them BADLY so any suggestions would rock..thanks yet again

*Shane* · 08-17-2002, 11:19 PM

try Early Classic Enterprises for KYB shocks...kinda pricey, but nice stuff.

**MikeB** · 08-18-2002, 11:08 AM

Yeah, the KYB Gas Adjust shocks work pretty well. The Bell Tech Nitro Drops are bouncy-bouncy. You might also try Early Classic's rear shock mount relocation kit, which stands up the rear shocks and gives them a longer stroke. It made a big difference on mine with just 3" drop springs. I'm thinking about Rancho 9000 adjustable shocks next time, if I can find the correct length. I had some on a Jeep Cherokee and they are very stiff, especially in the #4 or #5 position. Installing them was amost like adding thicker sway bars.

Church · 08-18-2002, 11:56 AM

I totally agree on the shocks and suspensions products these guys suggested. I would recommend ECE products to anyone. How much do you plan on lowering your truck? If more than 2 1/2 in the front, Then try to get dropped spindles instead of cutting your springs. This will keep your steering geometry correct.

08-17-2002, 11:14 PM	#1
muscletruck Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: anahiem,ca,usa Posts: 201	shocks for lowered trucks what do you all have....i am contemplating what method to drop the front...after reading a post on the suspension board i dot think i wann a heat em.....i will prbebly end up going the cheapo cut method....and i will end up flipping or blocking the back....i dunno.....what kinda of shocks should i use for these methods of drop.or do i just stick with shock.i am gonna buy new ones anyway i need them BADLY so any suggestions would rock..thanks yet again __________________ i think i found me truck! 78 Crew Cab Dually 454/TH400, Dual Flows, Edelbrock Intake, Cam, Lifters, Billet Grill, K&N Airfilter, Grant Steering Wheel, A/C, soon to be power windows and locks, lots of plans for this... ....gas prices go down please

08-18-2002, 11:08 AM	#3
MikeB Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: North Texas Posts: 3,599	Yeah, the KYB Gas Adjust shocks work pretty well. The Bell Tech Nitro Drops are bouncy-bouncy. You might also try Early Classic's rear shock mount relocation kit, which stands up the rear shocks and gives them a longer stroke. It made a big difference on mine with just 3" drop springs. I'm thinking about Rancho 9000 adjustable shocks next time, if I can find the correct length. I had some on a Jeep Cherokee and they are very stiff, especially in the #4 or #5 position. Installing them was amost like adding thicker sway bars. __________________ Mike 1969 C10 LWB -- owned for 35 years. 350/TH350, 3.08 posi, 1st Gen Vintage Air, recent AAW wiring harness, 5-lug conversion, 1985 spindles and brakes. 1982 C10 SWB -- sold 1981 C10 Silverado LWB -- sold, but wish I still had it! 1969 C10 (not the current one) that I bought in the early 1980s. Paid $1200; sold for $1500 a few years later. Just a hint at the appreciation that was coming. Retired as a factory automation products salesman. Worked part-time over the years for an engine builder and a classic car repair shop. Member here for 24 years! This is the very first car/truck Internet forum I joined. I still used a dial-up modem back then!

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08-17-2002, 11:19 PM	#2
Shane Account Suspended Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: over yonder Posts: 14,270	try Early Classic Enterprises for KYB shocks...kinda pricey, but nice stuff.

08-18-2002, 11:56 AM	#4
Church Carolina Classic Trucks Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: The South Posts: 792	I totally agree on the shocks and suspensions products these guys suggested. I would recommend ECE products to anyone. How much do you plan on lowering your truck? If more than 2 1/2 in the front, Then try to get dropped spindles instead of cutting your springs. This will keep your steering geometry correct. __________________



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