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Senor_paco · 07-26-2003, 11:01 PM

Guys, Here is my 77 silverado (TX Classic License JUDS77) with my boy and a 2" drop in the rear. ince then, I put 2" dropped springs in the front, and it looks the same as stock, but just the 2" lower. My question is this. I put the hangers on the rear, but haven't done the shackles yet. I was trhinking about droping the front another 2" with spindles, and evening the rear would take 4". I guess that means a flip kit? I dont't wanna slam it, but the 4" rear, 2" front won't cut it on these tires. I'm going for about 2-3" of gap, to look really tight. Or can I go with some kind of inexspensive bag arrangment? I only go to Lowes or go cruising in it. I'm not dependent on it as a daily driver.

As you can see, I filled in the stake holes, and this pic was taken before I put the rolled pan on the back.

I bought it from my dad (the original owner) about 6 years ago, and spent 2 years on the motor alone Edelbrock 750, Perf rpm manifold, Crane 272 cam, all kinds of goodies, and it runs like a top! I only drive it maybe once or twice a month.

Senor_paco · 07-26-2003, 11:02 PM

THe pics didn't go. Here it is...

phantom dually · 07-27-2003, 08:59 AM

From the pic you look awful young to drive!!

BaggedC10 · 07-27-2003, 12:20 PM

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Originally posted by phantom dually
From the pic you look awful young to drive!!

LOL!

A 3/5" drop will be level. Spindles, flip kit, C-notch kit, and lowered shock absorbers will get the job done. Technically, you don't have to notch the frame but it sounds like you'll want too. You could add a pair of helper bags' anytime using a flip kit too.

Senor_paco · 07-27-2003, 04:01 PM

Well, I've already dropped the front springs 2", and the 2": drop on the rear hangers. Are you telling me I need spindles with a 1" drop? I thought 2" spindles and a flip kit on the rear will give me a 4/6. Issat so? If so, I don';t need the shackles I bought (damn.)

BaggedC10 · 07-27-2003, 08:16 PM

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Originally posted by Senor_paco
Well, I've already dropped the front springs 2", and the 2": drop on the rear hangers. Are you telling me I need spindles with a 1" drop? I thought 2" spindles and a flip kit on the rear will give me a 4/6. Issat so? If so, I don';t need the shackles I bought (damn.)

Only 2.5" and 3" spindles are offered for these trucks. A 4/6" drop would be level and looks great. If I was you, I'de purchase 3" spindles and a flip kit. Pair that with what you have and you'de be setup for a 5/7". Remember, you'll need a C-notch going anything over 5" out back.

07-26-2003, 11:01 PM	#1
Senor_paco Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 441	Drop Questions Guys, Here is my 77 silverado (TX Classic License JUDS77) with my boy and a 2" drop in the rear. ince then, I put 2" dropped springs in the front, and it looks the same as stock, but just the 2" lower. My question is this. I put the hangers on the rear, but haven't done the shackles yet. I was trhinking about droping the front another 2" with spindles, and evening the rear would take 4". I guess that means a flip kit? I dont't wanna slam it, but the 4" rear, 2" front won't cut it on these tires. I'm going for about 2-3" of gap, to look really tight. Or can I go with some kind of inexspensive bag arrangment? I only go to Lowes or go cruising in it. I'm not dependent on it as a daily driver. As you can see, I filled in the stake holes, and this pic was taken before I put the rolled pan on the back. I bought it from my dad (the original owner) about 6 years ago, and spent 2 years on the motor alone Edelbrock 750, Perf rpm manifold, Crane 272 cam, all kinds of goodies, and it runs like a top! I only drive it maybe once or twice a month.

07-26-2003, 11:02 PM	#2
Senor_paco Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 441	THe pics didn't go. Here it is... Attached Images

07-27-2003, 08:59 AM	#3
phantom dually Project92 SWB stepside Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Louisville KY Posts: 4,793	From the pic you look awful young to drive!! __________________ 92 C1500 stepside 496 Stroker Competiton Engineering Ladder bars/QA1 coilovers. Dana 60 rear with 4.10 gear and posi. Bonspeed Palisade 20x12 in rear w/335/30/20 and 20x8.5 front w/245/40/20. 5/8 drop with Belltech springs/DJM spindles/drop shocks. WWS Progress thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=140448

07-27-2003, 04:01 PM	#5
Senor_paco Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 441	Well, I've already dropped the front springs 2", and the 2": drop on the rear hangers. Are you telling me I need spindles with a 1" drop? I thought 2" spindles and a flip kit on the rear will give me a 4/6. Issat so? If so, I don';t need the shackles I bought (damn.)



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