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TexanC3 · 11-02-2007, 10:26 AM

I have leafs on the rear of my 71, and was thinking that I might just run my axle on top of the leafs. Has anyone done this? Is it safe? and finally how much drop would it give me?

I am also considering painting my rims black. Pictures of the look I am going for.

cdowns · 11-02-2007, 10:43 AM

most vendors have complete kitsa they are called flip kits to put axel on top i believe the drop is in the 6inch range

C10-Driver · 11-02-2007, 10:47 AM

I'm guessing that picture is "photoshopped". The rear suspension is shown about as low as it can go without modifying the bed.

To answer your questions, Yes, Yes and 5.5 to 6 inches. With that amount of drop you will also need to C-notch your frame. Once the flip is completed and the axle is below the springs, you can add lowering blocks to drop it even more (if needed).

Here is a picture of mine. It is a leaf spring truck on airbags with an air-over-leaf system in the back running 275-55-17's (about 29" tall). Aired out, the "static" drop on the rear is about 8-9".

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space · 11-02-2007, 11:05 AM

Off subject here, but c10-driver, that's one of the nicest trucks I've ever seen. I hope mine will look that good one day.

70c10 · 11-02-2007, 12:52 PM

I agree!. I never get tired of seeing your truck!

Slammed70 · 11-02-2007, 01:31 PM

Looks like mine, only longer...

C10-Driver · 11-02-2007, 03:13 PM

Thanks for the compliments guys. To get back to TexanC3's original post, I think I like the black ralley wheels. I have 8" ralleys on my white '94 longbox and have been trying to decide lately what color to powdercoat them. I was thinking maybe white or staying with the stock "silver" color but I like the black. Anyone else out there have pics of ralleys in different colors?

see ten · 11-02-2007, 04:18 PM

My C10 had black rally wheels on it when I bought it. I didn't care for em, they were one of the first things I changed.

70c10 · 11-02-2007, 04:55 PM

see ten- what a transformation!

**Boog** · 11-02-2007, 08:39 PM

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Originally Posted by see ten

My C10 had black rally wheels on it when I bought it. I didn't care for em, they were one of the first things I changed.

And it sat a good bit higher too!

bad6772 · 11-02-2007, 08:49 PM

Texan you could just buy the Spring Saddles...and cut your old ones off and weld the new ones on the bottom.... but pinion angles are critical for proper drive line ... i have done this before....but measure alot IMO a flip kit would be the easiest......... C-10 driver... i love your truck.... oh and i got the paint.....thanks...for the info.... hopefully im am going to have the long bed version of your truck...............

C10-Driver · 11-02-2007, 09:15 PM

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Originally Posted by bad6772

Texan you could just buy the Spring Saddles...and cut your old ones off and weld the new ones on the bottom.... but pinion angles are critical for proper drive line ... i have done this before....but measure alot IMO a flip kit would be the easiest......... C-10 driver... i love your truck.... oh and i got the paint.....thanks...for the info.... hopefully im am going to have the long bed version of your truck...............

Cool... I can't wait to see it.

And, I agree - The flip kits look pretty straightforward. They figure in all those complicated things like driveline angles. I cut the perches off mine and welded them back on the other side with help from some very experienced people. If I was doing it myself, I would rather use a kit... It takes some of the guessing out of the process.

Bob 68327 · 11-02-2007, 11:42 PM

I cut my spring saddles off very carefully and reused the it was really easy and cost 0$ just some time heres what mine looks like !!

TexanC3 · 11-03-2007, 08:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Bob 68327

I cut my spring saddles off very carefully and reused the it was really easy and cost 0$ just some time heres what mine looks like !!

I like your ride height!!! What are you running up front?

Bob 68327 · 11-03-2007, 05:31 PM

Cut and lowered spring pockets in lower arm and then cut coils untill I was happy . nothing came out of a box!!!!

Tx Firefighter · 11-03-2007, 09:02 PM

I buy my axle saddles at the local trailer supply house for 15 bucks a set. Saves all of the hassle of grinding on the old ones.

A saddle don't care if it's on a GM 12bolt truck rearend or a horse trailer axle.

11-02-2007, 10:26 AM	#1
TexanC3 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Katy, Texas 77450 Posts: 31	Drop ? I have leafs on the rear of my 71, and was thinking that I might just run my axle on top of the leafs. Has anyone done this? Is it safe? and finally how much drop would it give me? I am also considering painting my rims black. Pictures of the look I am going for. Attached Images Last edited by TexanC3; 11-02-2007 at 10:27 AM.

11-02-2007, 10:43 AM	#2
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: Drop ? most vendors have complete kitsa they are called flip kits to put axel on top i believe the drop is in the 6inch range __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

11-02-2007, 10:47 AM	#3
C10-Driver Chevy Truck Addict Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Kelowna, BC Posts: 1,176	Re: Drop ? I'm guessing that picture is "photoshopped". The rear suspension is shown about as low as it can go without modifying the bed. To answer your questions, Yes, Yes and 5.5 to 6 inches. With that amount of drop you will also need to C-notch your frame. Once the flip is completed and the axle is below the springs, you can add lowering blocks to drop it even more (if needed). Here is a picture of mine. It is a leaf spring truck on airbags with an air-over-leaf system in the back running 275-55-17's (about 29" tall). Aired out, the "static" drop on the rear is about 8-9". __________________ . 1970 Chev C/10 SWB, 355 SBC, 700R4, 3.73 Posi, Air Ride (Click to view Build Thread) (SOLD) 1978 Chevy C/10 SWB 1970 Pontiac Lemans .

11-02-2007, 11:05 AM	#4
space Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Benson-ish, NC Posts: 325	Re: Drop ? Off subject here, but c10-driver, that's one of the nicest trucks I've ever seen. I hope mine will look that good one day.

11-02-2007, 12:52 PM	#5
70c10 67-72 Addict! Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: The TAX State! Posts: 7,857	Re: Drop ? I agree!. I never get tired of seeing your truck! __________________ Jim 1970 C/10 Fleetside w/Ghost Flames Lowered 4.5" front and 4" rear (Raked) 355/350 Turbo w/shift kit 10" Redneck Performance Verter w/2500 stall Hooker Super Comps part#2808-1 Performer RPM Air-Gap 12 Bolt w/3:73 gears- Eaton Posi Comp Cams XE262 with 1.6 Crane Energizers, Road Demon 625 and Brodix IK 180 heads

11-02-2007, 03:13 PM	#7
C10-Driver Chevy Truck Addict Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Kelowna, BC Posts: 1,176	Re: Drop ? Thanks for the compliments guys. To get back to TexanC3's original post, I think I like the black ralley wheels. I have 8" ralleys on my white '94 longbox and have been trying to decide lately what color to powdercoat them. I was thinking maybe white or staying with the stock "silver" color but I like the black. Anyone else out there have pics of ralleys in different colors? __________________ . 1970 Chev C/10 SWB, 355 SBC, 700R4, 3.73 Posi, Air Ride (Click to view Build Thread) (SOLD) 1978 Chevy C/10 SWB 1970 Pontiac Lemans .

11-02-2007, 04:18 PM	#8
see ten WTB this ad Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Lafayette Georgia Posts: 5,074	Re: Drop ? My C10 had black rally wheels on it when I bought it. I didn't care for em, they were one of the first things I changed.

11-02-2007, 04:55 PM	#9
70c10 67-72 Addict! Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: The TAX State! Posts: 7,857	Re: Drop ? see ten- what a transformation! __________________ Jim 1970 C/10 Fleetside w/Ghost Flames Lowered 4.5" front and 4" rear (Raked) 355/350 Turbo w/shift kit 10" Redneck Performance Verter w/2500 stall Hooker Super Comps part#2808-1 Performer RPM Air-Gap 12 Bolt w/3:73 gears- Eaton Posi Comp Cams XE262 with 1.6 Crane Energizers, Road Demon 625 and Brodix IK 180 heads

11-02-2007, 08:49 PM	#11
bad6772 Official Site Guitar Shredder Join Date: May 2006 Location: Oz Posts: 3,955	Re: Drop ? Texan you could just buy the Spring Saddles...and cut your old ones off and weld the new ones on the bottom.... but pinion angles are critical for proper drive line ... i have done this before....but measure alot IMO a flip kit would be the easiest......... C-10 driver... i love your truck.... oh and i got the paint.....thanks...for the info.... hopefully im am going to have the long bed version of your truck............... Last edited by bad6772; 11-02-2007 at 09:04 PM.

11-02-2007, 11:42 PM	#13
Bob 68327 72 Chevelle Club Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Newton , Iowa Posts: 2,052	Re: Drop ? I cut my spring saddles off very carefully and reused the it was really easy and cost 0$ just some time heres what mine looks like !! Attached Images __________________ I Have The Right To Remain Silent,But Lack The Ability 1972 Chevelle ... Mine 2006 Trailblazer... Hers 2002 Buick century ... Kids 2002 K1500 Z-71 EXT CAB ... Daily Driver 2005 Rockwood Roo ... For Camping 1974 Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 84'' stroker

11-03-2007, 05:31 PM	#15
Bob 68327 72 Chevelle Club Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Newton , Iowa Posts: 2,052	Re: Drop ? Cut and lowered spring pockets in lower arm and then cut coils untill I was happy . nothing came out of a box!!!! __________________ I Have The Right To Remain Silent,But Lack The Ability 1972 Chevelle ... Mine 2006 Trailblazer... Hers 2002 Buick century ... Kids 2002 K1500 Z-71 EXT CAB ... Daily Driver 2005 Rockwood Roo ... For Camping 1974 Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 84'' stroker

11-03-2007, 09:02 PM	#16
Tx Firefighter Watch out for your cornhole ! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Azle, Texas Posts: 14,162	Re: Drop ? I buy my axle saddles at the local trailer supply house for 15 bucks a set. Saves all of the hassle of grinding on the old ones. A saddle don't care if it's on a GM 12bolt truck rearend or a horse trailer axle. __________________ I'm on the Instagram- @Gearhead_Kevin



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