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StormRider · 02-23-2007, 11:47 PM

I am getting ready to order some drop coil for my truck. I am thinking about going with a 2/4 coils only. Anyone got a couple of pics they can post for me? And how about 3/5 or 4/6...stocks spindles. Thanks guys.

1LoC10 · 02-24-2007, 12:53 AM

mines should be a 4/5 drop with coils in front and coils and blocks in rear.. it was already dropped when I bought it

Draggn66 · 02-24-2007, 12:59 AM

My 71's got the Early Classic 2/4" drop.coils only

chevymike71 · 02-24-2007, 01:04 AM

1 3/4 cut front springs, flip kit and bags on the rear.

StormRider · 02-24-2007, 01:11 AM

they both look pretty good...hard to decide. Wonder what would be more suitable with 18's front and back?

see ten · 02-24-2007, 11:33 AM

There is an excellent thread in the FAQ that has tire/wheel sizes along with amounts of drop listed. If your budget can handle 18" or 20" rims you should probably be shopping for a drop that's going to use a drop spindle (they don't add that much to the cost). Anyway my drop is all Early Classic, 2.5" drop spindle along with a 1" drop coil up front. Out back are 6" drop coils and a super track bar. Wheels are 17x8 front and 17x9.5 rear.

StormRider · 02-24-2007, 12:17 PM

If I go with the drop spindles wouldn't I have to go with the whole disc conversion? That could get kinda expensive.

see ten · 02-24-2007, 12:29 PM

The Early Classic website does say disc are required in order to use their drop spindles. If you buy all new parts I could see it getting expensive but it always seems that someone has some used parts available for cheap. I would think with the added weight of 18" or 20" wheels that disc would be a logical step on your project. If you are just dead set on not buying spindles/discs I think I would look at using a 2" drop spring in the front.

turbochevy · 02-24-2007, 12:37 PM

3/4 (i think)

**Hart_Rod** · 02-24-2007, 03:17 PM

Mine

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xmitsu10 · 02-24-2007, 06:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by see ten

There is an excellent thread in the FAQ that has tire/wheel sizes along with amounts of drop listed. If your budget can handle 18" or 20" rims you should probably be shopping for a drop that's going to use a drop spindle (they don't add that much to the cost). Anyway my drop is all Early Classic, 2.5" drop spindle along with a 1" drop coil up front. Out back are 6" drop coils and a super track bar. Wheels are 17x8 front and 17x9.5 rear.

See Ten, I've always wanted to know if you use a C notch kit with your 6" drop out back. Your truck really looks sharp (as if you have never heard that before).

Thanks,
Mark

Joe67 · 02-24-2007, 07:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by StormRider

I am getting ready to order some drop coil for my truck. I am thinking about going with a 2/4 coils only. Anyone got a couple of pics they can post for me? And how about 3/5 or 4/6...stocks spindles. Thanks guys.

Many say you don't see much of a difference on a worn suspension going with a 2/4 drop.

ECE has some helpful stance photos on their website for reference - CLICK HERE

I have the Early Classic 4/6 on my project chassis - here is a pic
I know, not much of a help

*Shane* · 02-24-2007, 08:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Hart_Rod

Mine

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Damn I love that 'Burb!

Rokcrln · 02-24-2007, 08:16 PM

Well if Hart_Rod is posting then why not

Mine is a 2/4 drop with the ground lifted another 10/12 or so

I am going with ECE's spindles, 2" springs and a flip kit on project Low buck and when it is done and painted I want it to be See Ten's twin

Kevin
LFD Inc.

centsless · 02-24-2007, 08:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rokcrln

Well if Hart_Rod is posting then why not

Mine is a 2/4 drop with the ground lifted another 10/12 or so

I am going with ECE's spindles, 2" springs and a flip kit on project Low buck and when it is done and painted I want it to be See Ten's twin

Kevin
LFD Inc.

Kevin is insane.....he even lowered the dog.......

brak · 02-24-2007, 08:41 PM

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Originally Posted by centsless

Kevin is insane.....he even lowered the dog.......

LOL

Rokcrln · 02-24-2007, 08:48 PM

He has been chaneled for more clearance if you know what I mean

Kevin
LFD Inc.

centsless · 02-24-2007, 08:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rokcrln

He has been chaneled for more clearance if you know what I mean

Kevin
LFD Inc.

poor puppy......lol

*Shane* · 02-24-2007, 09:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rokcrln

He has been chaneled for more clearance if you know what I mean

Kevin
LFD Inc.

I can only imagine what "drags" when he is "aired out."

see ten · 02-24-2007, 10:53 PM

Kevin why don't we just trade and I'll paint yours to be the low twin of my K10! That's what i wanted to do when I was looking for a 2wd but I couldn't find one worth buying that needed paint. I may still do it but the paint on the C10 just has way to much life in it to justify that kind of a change.

see ten · 02-24-2007, 10:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by xmitsu10

See Ten, I've always wanted to know if you use a C notch kit with your 6" drop out back. Your truck really looks sharp (as if you have never heard that before).

Thanks,
Mark

Thanks Mark, No the truck doesn't have a notch but sometimes I feel like it could use one. Mostly when I'm dropping off a speed bump or hitting a railroad track a little quick. 98% of the time there isn't a problem, it's just the other 2% that makes me want to cut it up.

66skylarkpost · 02-24-2007, 10:58 PM

springs , 2" front 3" rear . big block buick with an aluminum intake , stock exhaust manifolds , 4 core radiator , no air ,stock original 4 speed and iron bell housing . 255-70-15's on 15-8 wheels

BUXMAN66 · 02-24-2007, 11:20 PM

mine has a 3"/4" drop coils w/ adjustable panhard bar to help the dog-tracking...

worthaz · 02-25-2007, 09:16 PM

So, Kevin, with Lewis Farbrication, What is your drop really? I have a 5/7 drop on mine w/ no air and it doesn't sit as low as yours, but I like how yours sits!

worthaz

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02-24-2007, 01:11 AM	#5
StormRider Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 243	Re: Show Me Your Drop... they both look pretty good...hard to decide. Wonder what would be more suitable with 18's front and back? __________________ 68 LongStep 350/ 3 Spd (ongoing project) 04 Suburban Z71 (daily driver) 97 C5 Corvette ( sold when 2nd baby came) 90 454SS pick up (sold) 1970 Chevelle Malibu 454 For Sale $8,000. my art website http://www.louietrangallery.com/ my 68 Longstep...No Shortstep Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=296736

02-24-2007, 11:33 AM	#6
see ten WTB this ad Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Lafayette Georgia Posts: 5,074	Re: Show Me Your Drop... There is an excellent thread in the FAQ that has tire/wheel sizes along with amounts of drop listed. If your budget can handle 18" or 20" rims you should probably be shopping for a drop that's going to use a drop spindle (they don't add that much to the cost). Anyway my drop is all Early Classic, 2.5" drop spindle along with a 1" drop coil up front. Out back are 6" drop coils and a super track bar. Wheels are 17x8 front and 17x9.5 rear.

02-24-2007, 12:17 PM	#7
StormRider Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 243	Re: Show Me Your Drop... If I go with the drop spindles wouldn't I have to go with the whole disc conversion? That could get kinda expensive. __________________ 68 LongStep 350/ 3 Spd (ongoing project) 04 Suburban Z71 (daily driver) 97 C5 Corvette ( sold when 2nd baby came) 90 454SS pick up (sold) 1970 Chevelle Malibu 454 For Sale $8,000. my art website http://www.louietrangallery.com/ my 68 Longstep...No Shortstep Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=296736

02-24-2007, 12:29 PM	#8
see ten WTB this ad Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Lafayette Georgia Posts: 5,074	Re: Show Me Your Drop... The Early Classic website does say disc are required in order to use their drop spindles. If you buy all new parts I could see it getting expensive but it always seems that someone has some used parts available for cheap. I would think with the added weight of 18" or 20" wheels that disc would be a logical step on your project. If you are just dead set on not buying spindles/discs I think I would look at using a 2" drop spring in the front.

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02-24-2007, 08:16 PM	#14
Rokcrln Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Winters Ca. 95694 Posts: 4,843	Re: Show Me Your Drop... Well if Hart_Rod is posting then why not Mine is a 2/4 drop with the ground lifted another 10/12 or so I am going with ECE's spindles, 2" springs and a flip kit on project Low buck and when it is done and painted I want it to be See Ten's twin Kevin LFD Inc. Attached Images

02-24-2007, 08:48 PM	#17
Rokcrln Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Winters Ca. 95694 Posts: 4,843	Re: Show Me Your Drop... He has been chaneled for more clearance if you know what I mean Kevin LFD Inc.

02-24-2007, 10:53 PM	#20
see ten WTB this ad Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Lafayette Georgia Posts: 5,074	Re: Show Me Your Drop... Kevin why don't we just trade and I'll paint yours to be the low twin of my K10! That's what i wanted to do when I was looking for a 2wd but I couldn't find one worth buying that needed paint. I may still do it but the paint on the C10 just has way to much life in it to justify that kind of a change.

02-24-2007, 10:58 PM	#22
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worthaz Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 23	Re: Show Me Your Drop... So, Kevin, with Lewis Farbrication, What is your drop really? I have a 5/7 drop on mine w/ no air and it doesn't sit as low as yours, but I like how yours sits! worthaz Last edited by worthaz; 02-25-2007 at 09:18 PM. Reason: added more info

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