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Old 08-17-2011, 08:47 AM   #1
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2'drop coil question.

Will I have any problems putting in my new front coil springs, they are 2" drop springs. I Don't have any weight , its just the frame. I Figure since they are 2" shorter they should go in with out any problems. I have the control arms on and ready to go for this weekend.

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Old 08-17-2011, 09:09 AM   #2
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Re: 2'drop coil question.

We did when we put coil springs in the front of my truck. We ended up putting 2 concrete blocks and two people on the frame to hold it down.

Later I read a post where you can run a chain under the floor jack and up and over the upper control arm and when you jack it up the chain will pull things in place. I have never tried this method yet so I am not sure about how it all works.
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Old 08-21-2011, 12:04 AM   #3
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Re: 2'drop coil question.

Is engine weight alone enough to jack up the lower control arm to install the spindle ?
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Old 08-24-2011, 07:49 PM   #4
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Re: 2'drop coil question.

bump ?
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Old 08-24-2011, 08:41 PM   #5
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Re: 2'drop coil question.


http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ad.php?t=18305

Read this thread. Bolt the a-arm crosshafts in place, without springs. READ AND LEARN!

Good luck.
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