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Old 09-07-2009, 09:02 PM   #1
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shocks???

Ok, now I have lowered my truck using a 2/4 drop. Do any of you know what shocks I can get that would be 2 inches shorter in the front and 4 in the rear. I would rather just go to the local parts store and pic some up.

Thanks a lot!
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Old 09-07-2009, 09:06 PM   #2
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Re: shocks???

Id like to know also, a 2/4 drop is in my future.

Got any pics prin?
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Old 09-07-2009, 09:20 PM   #3
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Re: shocks???

I havent gotten aby pics yet. The truck is like 55 miles away in my parents garage. When I go back, I will get some pics.
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Old 09-08-2009, 03:58 AM   #4
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Re: shocks???

Got yer answer. Click on the link:http://www.lmctruck.com/icatalog/cb/t.aspx?Page=56 Just click anywhere on page 57 and it will enlarge.
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Old 09-08-2009, 07:34 AM   #5
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Re: shocks???

in the back you need relocator kit// i've used kby shocks with good esults
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Old 09-08-2009, 04:52 PM   #6
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Re: shocks???

do you HAVE to get the shock relocator kit...id like to make one when i get to the point where i lower my truck....

im trying to decide if i wanna do 5" rear drop (no cnotch) or 4" rear drop
i'll def. be going with kby shocks but didnt know if i need trac bar and shock relocators or what i need thanks

ps, i was thinking 2/4 drop with kyb shocks and nothing else am i ok with this
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Old 09-08-2009, 05:52 PM   #7
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Re: shocks???

if you dont mind your rear axel not being centered and your shocks not working effectivly you'll b good to go
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Old 09-08-2009, 06:44 PM   #8
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Re: shocks???

lol In that sarcasm your saying that I need the bar and relocators.

Anybody make there own they look simple...
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Old 09-08-2009, 07:21 PM   #9
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Re: shocks???

Scoti`s got a thread on modifying you rear shock brackets theat I used this weekend and it worked great. still using the stock shocks
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