Stock, or 2" drop? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

oldblue1968chevy · 10-18-2011, 11:54 PM

FRONT REAR

1- 2" front drop (cut coil) stock height

2- Stock Height Stock height

3- 2" front drop (cut coil) 1.5" drop block

*1.5" block is only because my u bolt is long enough*

oldblue1968chevy · 10-18-2011, 11:56 PM

OR

Stock front height and a small drop block in the rear to level it completely?

67chevy1series · 10-19-2011, 12:14 AM

i voted

AustinScott · 10-19-2011, 12:16 AM

option 3
IMO -Lower looks & rides better.

*project 67 sub* · 10-19-2011, 03:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AustinScott

option 3
IMO -Lower looks & rides better.

x2

OR.........

option 4......6'' front drop, 8" rear drop with a small c notch

VA72C10 · 10-19-2011, 04:00 AM

50bomb · 10-19-2011, 04:27 AM

3"/6" drop coils.

fastwillie 696969 · 10-19-2011, 06:29 AM

i like the stock height look

68Stepbed · 10-19-2011, 08:18 AM

2/4 or 3/5

96blazr · 10-19-2011, 10:17 AM

I voted

I voteed for the 2" Drop Front w/ 1.5" Rear..........BUT instead of cutting the springs, I would highly recommend contacting Early Classic Enterprises (ECE) and getting their 2" drop springs. They're only $114 for a set of 2.
I'm using their 2" drop Springs on all four corners and that was one of the best investments I've made.
You truck would look great lowered all the way around.

Here's mine after installation of all 4 2" Drop Springs:

STOCKISH · 10-19-2011, 10:28 AM

Wheres the poll option for full Porterbuilt suspension?

Seriously, drop the rear so the rake isnt so much and roll out. Truck looks killer man.

CC69Rat · 10-19-2011, 01:25 PM

Bag it

Kidding .. Looks good like it is man! I personally prefer a drop maybe 4.5 / 6 and a slight rake. I build the rake into the tires though .. all just personal preference.

50bomb · 10-19-2011, 01:50 PM

I personally dont like them slammed to the floor unless you have bags to bring it back up when driving. I think it looks dumb when people have to drive a truck slow over bumps. I say just a simple drop like I said before 3"/5" or mayb 6 in rear with good size tires and your done. Any lower I say bag it.

The Youngen · 10-19-2011, 05:50 PM

Ive been looking at our trucks lowered and just like the stance of slightly lowered. Bringing the front down 2 and the rear none will make it look wierd imo.

VA72C10 · 10-19-2011, 09:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Youngen

Ive been looking at our trucks lowered and just like the stance of slightly lowered. Bringing the front down 2 and the rear none will make it look wierd imo.

that's what his truck has right now

longbed67 · 10-19-2011, 11:03 PM

I agree that is way to much rake for stock height... It does appear that the front has already been lowered. I would take the rear down so that it is 1" higher than the front so that your front end alignment will stay in a little better and if you do ever stick anything in the back your front end wont be floating down the road.

View Poll Results: Stock or slighty dropped
2" front drop/stock height in rear	0	0%
Stock height front and back	5	15.15%
2" drop in the front/1.5" in the rear	28	84.85%
Voters: 33. You may not vote on this poll

10-18-2011, 11:54 PM	#1
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Stock, or 2" drop? FRONT REAR 1- 2" front drop (cut coil) stock height 2- Stock Height Stock height 3- 2" front drop (cut coil) 1.5" drop block 1.5" block is only because my u bolt is long enough Attached Images __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

10-18-2011, 11:56 PM	#2
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Stock, or 2" drop? OR Stock front height and a small drop block in the rear to level it completely? __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

10-19-2011, 12:14 AM	#3
67chevy1series Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: a t w a t e r cali 95301 Posts: 10,713	Re: Stock, or 2" drop? i voted

10-19-2011, 12:16 AM	#4
AustinScott Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Southington CT Posts: 548	Re: Stock, or 2" drop? option 3 IMO -Lower looks & rides better.

10-19-2011, 04:00 AM	#6
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: Stock, or 2" drop? __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

10-19-2011, 04:27 AM	#7
50bomb Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Hemet,Ca Posts: 1,502	Re: Stock, or 2" drop? 3"/6" drop coils.

10-19-2011, 06:29 AM	#8
fastwillie 696969 ~Rest In Peace~ Join Date: May 2005 Location: CALIFORNIA NOR CAL Posts: 9,707	Re: Stock, or 2" drop? i like the stock height look __________________ is it fast ? it has a lighting bolt donut? B___H please, I can remove 90% of your so called "beauty" with a kleenex

10-19-2011, 08:18 AM	#9
68Stepbed Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: 10-Uh-See Posts: 5,609	Re: Stock, or 2" drop? 2/4 or 3/5 __________________ Matt 68 C10 stepside, LS1/700R4, TCI Engineering suspension system

10-19-2011, 10:17 AM	#10
96blazr Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: VA Posts: 740	Re: Stock, or 2" drop? I voted I voteed for the 2" Drop Front w/ 1.5" Rear..........BUT instead of cutting the springs, I would highly recommend contacting Early Classic Enterprises (ECE) and getting their 2" drop springs. They're only $114 for a set of 2. I'm using their 2" drop Springs on all four corners and that was one of the best investments I've made. You truck would look great lowered all the way around. Here's mine after installation of all 4 2" Drop Springs: Attached Images __________________ 1968 SWB. GMPP 350/350 Turbo Trans, Edelbrock Performer & Carb. Hedman Hedders, Hooker Aerochambers Mufflers. Tuff Stuff Alternators. Remember, no matter where you go, There you are. Gary

10-19-2011, 10:28 AM	#11
STOCKISH Formerly- 1972SuperCheyenne Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wake Forest NC Posts: 5,782	Re: Stock, or 2" drop? Wheres the poll option for full Porterbuilt suspension? Seriously, drop the rear so the rake isnt so much and roll out. Truck looks killer man. __________________ --Josh My Build Thread:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799218 A good crossthread is better than Loctite any day. Life is not about what you have, but who you have to share it with.

10-19-2011, 01:25 PM	#12
CC69Rat Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,209	Re: Stock, or 2" drop? Bag it Kidding .. Looks good like it is man! I personally prefer a drop maybe 4.5 / 6 and a slight rake. I build the rake into the tires though .. all just personal preference. __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

10-19-2011, 01:50 PM	#13
50bomb Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Hemet,Ca Posts: 1,502	Re: Stock, or 2" drop? I personally dont like them slammed to the floor unless you have bags to bring it back up when driving. I think it looks dumb when people have to drive a truck slow over bumps. I say just a simple drop like I said before 3"/5" or mayb 6 in rear with good size tires and your done. Any lower I say bag it.

10-19-2011, 05:50 PM	#14
The Youngen Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Westbrook CT Posts: 81	Re: Stock, or 2" drop? Ive been looking at our trucks lowered and just like the stance of slightly lowered. Bringing the front down 2 and the rear none will make it look wierd imo. __________________ 71 Chevy C10 350/TH350 71 GMC C20 350 (donor truck) 82 Chevy K20 Suburban 6.2/TH400/NP 95 Chevy 4x4 1500 Tahoe 6.5T/4L80E 04 Chevy 4x4 3500 Silverado 6.6T Duramax/Allison 1000 (work truck) 09 Chevy Aveo 1.6L/5 speed manual

10-19-2011, 11:03 PM	#16
longbed67 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Monroe, WI Posts: 1,415	Re: Stock, or 2" drop? I agree that is way to much rake for stock height... It does appear that the front has already been lowered. I would take the rear down so that it is 1" higher than the front so that your front end alignment will stay in a little better and if you do ever stick anything in the back your front end wont be floating down the road. __________________ *Adam* My 1967 C10 - Turbo 250 Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=485843 (608) 214-8706



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