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01-17-2007, 10:39 PM
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flip kit ?
where can i find a flip kit for my 71. every one lists them for 73 and later but i cant find one for 71 if someone knows where i can find every thing needed to go down 7" i would apreiciate it just want flip kit, shakels and a c notch kit ...thanks ..jc
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01-18-2007, 12:32 AM
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Re: flip kit ?
The 73 & later flip kit should work w/minor grinding (trimming) of the axle 'flip' bracket.
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01-20-2007, 08:39 PM
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Re: flip kit ?
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01-21-2007, 02:28 AM
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Re: flip kit ?
couldnt you just cut off the part welded to the axle tube and reweld it to to the bottom of the tube then set the rearend up on the leafs then take the bottom plate up on top ? im just thinking that this could be acomplished with the existing hardware . what were people doing before flip kits ? if anyone has more pics i would apreciate them . idefinately want to flip it but i just wanna do it right and safe . so please any info to give me ideaswill help ...thanks...jc
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01-21-2007, 01:31 PM
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Re: flip kit ?
Sure you can, just make sure you get your pinion angle right. Dont forget to move the hole in the stock plate to line it back up in the wheel well. You may ruin the old ones cutting, better plan on buying new perchs'. Easier to bolt on a flip kit.
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01-21-2007, 02:36 PM
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Re: flip kit ?
The others are right with a little fabing it will work. You could go and cut off the old spring pearch bracket, but it requires a lot more work to do not to mention the percise measurement to get all the angles right. You will need more than a flip kit to get 7 inches in the rear. Might consider dearching the springs a little bit. The frame notch kit advertized for your truck is a pain in the butt to install for a first time installer. Be sure to do only one side at a time and secure the frame. Keep a tape handy.
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01-21-2007, 02:41 PM
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Re: flip kit ?
i think the pinion angle will be way better once it is on top the driveline dives down now so once fliped it should be more level at that point should i consider a one piece drivline?
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01-21-2007, 03:19 PM
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Re: flip kit ?
Always use a one piece drive line. I see that you are in Troutdale. If you have time, stop by the shop, i'll show you a few tips. 7731 NE 33Rd Dr Across from DEQ Charley's Drop Shop
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01-21-2007, 05:19 PM
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Re: flip kit ?
hey dr. you guys did my buddy cy's 72 cheyenne a while back it turned out real nice . i thought about bringing down to you guys . maybe i will come down and get some advice.who should i ask for?...jc
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