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drop coils 7 87.50%
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Old 02-24-2014, 08:03 PM   #1
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rear suspension help

Got my truck outta storage what should I do for rear suspension. Right now it has cut springs. I really like the stance so I kinda wanna stay around same ride height. Should I use jeep springs, chevelle springs, lowering coils or coil overs. Kinda stumped here whats your opinion. Smooth ride that hooks is what im after
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Old 02-24-2014, 08:05 PM   #2
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Old 02-24-2014, 08:12 PM   #3
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Old 02-24-2014, 08:15 PM   #4
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Now that's what I call a nice pair..........of meats
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Old 02-24-2014, 08:17 PM   #5
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I would go with a set of drop coils.
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Old 02-24-2014, 08:23 PM   #6
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Now that's what I call a nice pair..........of meats
They are actually to big they are 33x19.5 I have new mickey thompson sr 31x18 for it
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Old 02-24-2014, 08:26 PM   #7
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I would go with a set of drop coils.
Would 6" coils get me where I am now. They are cut in back and are really short. This truck was built in early 90s on a budget lol.
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Old 02-24-2014, 08:40 PM   #8
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Re: rear suspension help

Drop coils. Jeep coils are a waste of money. Lowered my rear by about 1/2" and made the ride bouncy.
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Old 02-25-2014, 08:39 AM   #9
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Re: rear suspension help

My buddy has a set of afco adjustable coilovers he said I could have if I wanted them. They are off his old bracket car. He no longer needs them. He says all the seals have been replaced and rebuilt. Im not sure if I should use them or not. Does anyone have experience with them on the street. Any feedback would be appreciated thanks
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Old 02-26-2014, 11:58 PM   #10
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Re: rear suspension help

Drop coils work well. Has the frame been notched? Coil overs would work , but the lower mount would need some help. Good luck on your project , I'm just down the road (about an hour) ...still pretty cold up here, this board is very helpful , but those southern guys just don't know cold!
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Old 02-27-2014, 09:52 PM   #11
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Drop coils work well. Has the frame been notched? Coil overs would work , but the lower mount would need some help. Good luck on your project , I'm just down the road (about an hour) ...still pretty cold up here, this board is very helpful , but those southern guys just don't know cold!
Cool ur not to far. Winter just doesnt seem to wanna let up this year. Coldest in a long time. Frame has a c notch. Nice to meet a fellow southern ontario member
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