Mild Lowering on a 2001 Tahoe 4x4 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Tony_SS · 06-19-2012, 04:43 PM

I just got an 01 Tahoe and I would like to put some factory 20's on it and lower it with a 2/4 or maybe a 3/5 drop. I think 2/4 might be better. It's my wifes ride so it has to be done right for a daily.

What are some kits that would be recommend? Any feedback from personal experience?

TIA

**Boog** · 06-19-2012, 08:08 PM

This has come up a time or two. See this thread. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ring+tahoe+4x4
Also search lower or drop 4 wheel drives.
There are dropped spindles available, shackle/hanger kits for the rear.

jbjburbs · 06-19-2012, 08:18 PM

I lowered a 2002 2wd Tahoe, but i think the suspensions are the same. both trucks have torsion bars up front and a factory 2link style setup. I put aftermarket 20's w factory sized tires. the drop i choose was 3/3 and after a week i knew i should went 3/5...no clearance issues up front and rode great.

**Boog** · 06-19-2012, 09:13 PM

I found this other thread for you.
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=422600

Tony_SS · 06-19-2012, 10:14 PM

thanks for those links..

Quote:

Originally Posted by jbjburbs

I lowered a 2002 2wd Tahoe, but i think the suspensions are the same. both trucks have torsion bars up front and a factory 2link style setup. I put aftermarket 20's w factory sized tires. the drop i choose was 3/3 and after a week i knew i should went 3/5...no clearance issues up front and rode great.

That looks really good... did you use a kit?

jbjburbs · 06-21-2012, 07:01 AM

i did use a kit from eibach. it came with new keys upfront and springs out back. the 3/5 kits require shorter shocks, i think.

Gary · 08-06-2012, 11:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jbjburbs

i did use a kit from eibach. it came with new keys upfront and springs out back. the 3/5 kits require shorter shocks, i think.

How's the ride after? I'm looking at an 04 4x4 Tahoe and want a lowered stance on it and am starting to look into how to get it done.

jbjburbs · 08-06-2012, 05:32 PM

gary...to me it rode the same after. it wasn't really noticeable. i felt some difference changing the wheels/tires, but not much. i actually sold the tahoe to my brother and he's put another 35-40k on the truck since. it drives as nice as my wife's 2000 suburban (nbs, 4x4) on factory wheels/tires.

06-19-2012, 04:43 PM	#1
Tony_SS Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Washington, MO Posts: 643	Mild Lowering on a 2001 Tahoe 4x4 I just got an 01 Tahoe and I would like to put some factory 20's on it and lower it with a 2/4 or maybe a 3/5 drop. I think 2/4 might be better. It's my wifes ride so it has to be done right for a daily. What are some kits that would be recommend? Any feedback from personal experience? TIA

06-19-2012, 08:08 PM	#2
Boog laying low Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Searcy, Ark. USA Posts: 13,535	Re: Mild Lowering on a 2001 Tahoe 4x4 This has come up a time or two. See this thread. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ring+tahoe+4x4 Also search lower or drop 4 wheel drives. There are dropped spindles available, shackle/hanger kits for the rear. __________________ Boog 69 Chevy stepside, 358/T350, 4.11 posi, 4.5/4 drop, rallys, poboy driver primer is finer 91 Chevy sportside, Tahoe, Yukon & GMC Crewcab All GM..'nuff said. I stand for the flag and kneel at the cross

06-19-2012, 08:18 PM	#3
jbjburbs Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Fort Recovery, OH Posts: 327	Re: Mild Lowering on a 2001 Tahoe 4x4 I lowered a 2002 2wd Tahoe, but i think the suspensions are the same. both trucks have torsion bars up front and a factory 2link style setup. I put aftermarket 20's w factory sized tires. the drop i choose was 3/3 and after a week i knew i should went 3/5...no clearance issues up front and rode great. Attached Images __________________ John J Bodied 1994 Suburban on custom frame - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=672297 Dad's 1948 Suburban - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=563150 Bagged 1995 Suburban - SOLD Bodied 1995 Tahoe -SOLD

06-19-2012, 09:13 PM	#4
Boog laying low Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Searcy, Ark. USA Posts: 13,535	Re: Mild Lowering on a 2001 Tahoe 4x4 I found this other thread for you. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=422600 __________________ Boog 69 Chevy stepside, 358/T350, 4.11 posi, 4.5/4 drop, rallys, poboy driver primer is finer 91 Chevy sportside, Tahoe, Yukon & GMC Crewcab All GM..'nuff said. I stand for the flag and kneel at the cross

06-21-2012, 07:01 AM	#6
jbjburbs Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Fort Recovery, OH Posts: 327	Re: Mild Lowering on a 2001 Tahoe 4x4 i did use a kit from eibach. it came with new keys upfront and springs out back. the 3/5 kits require shorter shocks, i think. __________________ John J Bodied 1994 Suburban on custom frame - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=672297 Dad's 1948 Suburban - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=563150 Bagged 1995 Suburban - SOLD Bodied 1995 Tahoe -SOLD

08-06-2012, 05:32 PM	#8
jbjburbs Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Fort Recovery, OH Posts: 327	Re: Mild Lowering on a 2001 Tahoe 4x4 gary...to me it rode the same after. it wasn't really noticeable. i felt some difference changing the wheels/tires, but not much. i actually sold the tahoe to my brother and he's put another 35-40k on the truck since. it drives as nice as my wife's 2000 suburban (nbs, 4x4) on factory wheels/tires. __________________ John J Bodied 1994 Suburban on custom frame - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=672297 Dad's 1948 Suburban - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=563150 Bagged 1995 Suburban - SOLD Bodied 1995 Tahoe -SOLD

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