Dropped shocks for 2" front drop? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Senor_paco · 04-03-2003, 02:19 AM

I got a set of 2" drop front springs, and was wondering if I really need dropped shocks for 2". I am getting extenders for the rear (4"), but don't thin I need to modify the front. I don't haul anything ('cept @ss!), and drive it maybe 2x a month. What do you guys think?

'72 Shorty · 04-03-2003, 01:43 PM

I'm running 2" springs and stock length shocks on my Daily Driver. Going on 2 months with no problems.

sbc350gearhead · 04-05-2003, 06:49 PM

shouldn't be a problem as long as your stock shock doesn't bottom out.

*Mdapperdan* · 04-06-2003, 05:11 PM

If there is a problem later? What I did was locate a pair of S-10 front shocks. There shorter

sbc350gearhead · 04-06-2003, 06:51 PM

any of the hi-po makers should have them ....ie....belltech, edelbrock ets......you may purchase them through jegs summit etc.

crazy longhorn · 04-07-2003, 09:00 AM

I am running top shock relocators on the front, & a stock lengh shock on my 69. mine are fabbed, but you can get a set from Turner Enerprises for $45. They just bolt to the top of the frame rail, to raise the location of the top eye......crazyL

Brad · 04-07-2003, 06:25 PM

I have a 2" drop spindles and 2" drop springs and 4" drop springs in back. I'm using KYB Gas-a-just part #KG5409 in back. These are usually front shocks, but can be used in the rear as well. Simply use the provided shim for the eyelet of the shock, since rear shocks require a smaller bolt hole.
I'm extremely happy with this shock as the ride is firm without being too stiff. It's a very comfortable shock. My front shocks are currently Monroe's I think, and will be replaced with KYB's when the time comes.

Btw, I'm using a stock Monroe with the drop, I just don't recall which model. It performs just fine, and doesn't bottom out.

70c10 · 04-09-2003, 06:47 PM

When you switch to drop spindles, do you have to switch to discs as well?. My truck has drums on the front.

Brad · 04-09-2003, 11:27 PM

Yes. As far as I know, nobody makes drop spindles for drums. I went with a 77 front end from a part-out. There's plenty written about it, just do a search on the topic. I highly recommend disks as will anyone you ask!

70c10 · 04-10-2003, 07:36 AM

Thanks Brad.

04-03-2003, 02:19 AM	#1
Senor_paco Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 441	Dropped shocks for 2" front drop? I got a set of 2" drop front springs, and was wondering if I really need dropped shocks for 2". I am getting extenders for the rear (4"), but don't thin I need to modify the front. I don't haul anything ('cept @ss!), and drive it maybe 2x a month. What do you guys think?

04-03-2003, 01:43 PM	#2
'72 Shorty I finally got an avatar Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Cheney, WA Posts: 180	I'm running 2" springs and stock length shocks on my Daily Driver. Going on 2 months with no problems. __________________ -72 C-10 short step (straight line only) 12.922/102.28 -69 C-20 on Propane (DD) -69 C-10 -56 Mack B-753LS (tow rig) -94 Chev K2500 Short Ex-Cab -89 Isuzu Trooper...Kinda -03 Kawasaki KFX-400 -05 Suzuki DRZ-400S

04-07-2003, 09:00 AM	#6
crazy longhorn Fabricate till you "puke" Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Ill Posts: 9,403	I am running top shock relocators on the front, & a stock lengh shock on my 69. mine are fabbed, but you can get a set from Turner Enerprises for $45. They just bolt to the top of the frame rail, to raise the location of the top eye......crazyL __________________ 69 longhorn,4" chop,3/5 drop, 1/2 ton suspension/disc brakes,1 1/2" body drop,steel tilt clip, 5.3/Edelbrock rpm intake/600 carb, Hooker streetrod shorties,2 1/2" exhaust/ H pipe/50's Flows , 6 spd Richmond trans,12 bolt/ 3.40 gears....

04-07-2003, 06:25 PM	#7
Brad Out of the carpool lane. Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Clark Co, WA Posts: 5,673	I have a 2" drop spindles and 2" drop springs and 4" drop springs in back. I'm using KYB Gas-a-just part #KG5409 in back. These are usually front shocks, but can be used in the rear as well. Simply use the provided shim for the eyelet of the shock, since rear shocks require a smaller bolt hole. I'm extremely happy with this shock as the ride is firm without being too stiff. It's a very comfortable shock. My front shocks are currently Monroe's I think, and will be replaced with KYB's when the time comes. Btw, I'm using a stock Monroe with the drop, I just don't recall which model. It performs just fine, and doesn't bottom out. __________________ 1968 C-10 SWB, 5.7 Vortec/700R4/3.73 posi, Torch Red 1968 Camaro, 250/Powerglide, all original (No, I'm not gonna drop a 350 in it!...Jeez!) 2000 Honda VFR in the faster yellow! 2008 Husqvarna TE-610 1967 C-10 SWB 'Six Appeal'-Gone but not forgotten...

04-09-2003, 06:47 PM	#8
70c10 67-72 Addict! Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: The TAX State! Posts: 7,857	When you switch to drop spindles, do you have to switch to discs as well?. My truck has drums on the front. __________________ 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

04-05-2003, 06:49 PM	#3
sbc350gearhead Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Columbus Ohio Posts: 1,413	shouldn't be a problem as long as your stock shock doesn't bottom out.

04-06-2003, 05:11 PM	#4
Mdapperdan Account Suspended Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Santa Rosa Ca. /Prescott Az. Posts: 169	If there is a problem later? What I did was locate a pair of S-10 front shocks. There shorter

04-06-2003, 06:51 PM	#5
sbc350gearhead Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Columbus Ohio Posts: 1,413	any of the hi-po makers should have them ....ie....belltech, edelbrock ets......you may purchase them through jegs summit etc.

04-09-2003, 11:27 PM	#9
Brad Out of the carpool lane. Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Clark Co, WA Posts: 5,673	Yes. As far as I know, nobody makes drop spindles for drums. I went with a 77 front end from a part-out. There's plenty written about it, just do a search on the topic. I highly recommend disks as will anyone you ask! __________________ 1968 C-10 SWB, 5.7 Vortec/700R4/3.73 posi, Torch Red 1968 Camaro, 250/Powerglide, all original (No, I'm not gonna drop a 350 in it!...Jeez!) 2000 Honda VFR in the faster yellow! 2008 Husqvarna TE-610 1967 C-10 SWB 'Six Appeal'-Gone but not forgotten...

04-10-2003, 07:36 AM	#10
70c10 67-72 Addict! Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: The TAX State! Posts: 7,857	Thanks Brad. __________________ 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



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