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coony278 · 01-02-2004, 01:31 AM

First off let me say hi to every one , you guys have a great forum here.

i was wondering if you all could tell me where to get 2" drop spindles and what is the best way to lower the rear of a 71 pickup.

i just installed all new stock spings all the way around on my truck because the last owner took a torch to the springs and ruined the suspension, i have all the worn out parts replaced now and want it lowered the right way. i dont want it way low just a good stance to the truck. any sugestion's would be appreciated. thanks

Chad

doughby82 · 01-02-2004, 03:16 AM

well the bad news is you could have just ordered lowering springs for the rear if its coil springs.instead of stock springs.but i guess you could go with a lowering block .hope this helps.and welcome to the board

coony278 · 01-02-2004, 10:46 AM

yes i realized that i should of just bought the lowering springs first but i wanted the truck fixed cause the suspension was trashed so i just ordered the springs from a local parts store

Chad

chevydog66 · 01-03-2004, 01:33 PM

Coony, you could always sell the new springs you bought on ebay and get most of your money back out of them. Then you can purchase a new set from Early Classics Enterprises or Classic Performance Products or GMC Pauls. Welcome to the site, and good luck!!

71chevylongbed · 01-04-2004, 11:11 PM

I bought my lowering kit from Early Classic Enterprises

**GMCPaul** · 01-05-2004, 04:22 AM

You will find our drop spindles here
http://www.gmcpauls.com/Suspension.htm
If you decide to use lowering blocks or springs on the rear you will find them here
http://www.gmcpauls.com/lowering_springs_&_parts.htm
GMCPaul

coony278 · 01-05-2004, 10:16 AM

Thanks guys that is the info i needed !!!!

Chad

01-02-2004, 01:31 AM	#1
coony278 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: mississippi Posts: 26	71 lowering parts ? First off let me say hi to every one , you guys have a great forum here. i was wondering if you all could tell me where to get 2" drop spindles and what is the best way to lower the rear of a 71 pickup. i just installed all new stock spings all the way around on my truck because the last owner took a torch to the springs and ruined the suspension, i have all the worn out parts replaced now and want it lowered the right way. i dont want it way low just a good stance to the truck. any sugestion's would be appreciated. thanks Chad __________________ drive it like you stole it !!!!

01-02-2004, 03:16 AM	#2
doughby82 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: springfield ill Posts: 836	well the bad news is you could have just ordered lowering springs for the rear if its coil springs.instead of stock springs.but i guess you could go with a lowering block .hope this helps.and welcome to the board __________________ springfield illinois 2003 custom (harley)built from scratch 68 swb

01-02-2004, 10:46 AM	#3
coony278 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: mississippi Posts: 26	yes i realized that i should of just bought the lowering springs first but i wanted the truck fixed cause the suspension was trashed so i just ordered the springs from a local parts store Chad __________________ drive it like you stole it !!!!

01-03-2004, 01:33 PM	#4
chevydog66 GM ONLY BABY!!! Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Fort Wayne, IN. Posts: 1,998	Coony, you could always sell the new springs you bought on ebay and get most of your money back out of them. Then you can purchase a new set from Early Classics Enterprises or Classic Performance Products or GMC Pauls. Welcome to the site, and good luck!! __________________ 2 wrongs don't make a right, but 3 lefts do. 66 Chevelle Malibu 406ci, 573hp, 10.99@121mph 96 Chevy Silverado Z71 72 GMC 1500 Super Custom LS 6.0/4L65 on airride http://www.cardomain.com/ride/707879...mc-c-k-pick-up

01-04-2004, 11:11 PM	#5
71chevylongbed Got Horsepower? Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: IDAHO Posts: 406	I bought my lowering kit from Early Classic Enterprises __________________ 2001 Dodge 2500 Cummins, 4 inch lift, 35" Toyo MT's on Ultra wheels, P-Pump Conversion, AFE intake, Fass, 5 inch exhaust, Pyro,Boost,and Fuel pressure guages, and a whole bunch of other stuff "The Money Pit" SOLD-71 Chevy C10 long bed- 2/4 drop-- 350,th400, Edelbrock performer RPM intake,Edelbrock 600 CFM carb,Crower 240 cam,port and polish,Dynomax headers,HEI ignition,dual 2.5 inch exhaust with Flowmaster 50 series mufflers

01-05-2004, 04:22 AM	#6
GMCPaul Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Rockville,In. USA Posts: 3,719	You will find our drop spindles here http://www.gmcpauls.com/Suspension.htm If you decide to use lowering blocks or springs on the rear you will find them here http://www.gmcpauls.com/lowering_springs_&_parts.htm GMCPaul __________________ Secure Online Catalog for-GMCPauls Truck Parts Email- GMCPAULS@GMAIL.COM

01-05-2004, 10:16 AM	#7
coony278 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: mississippi Posts: 26	Thanks guys that is the info i needed !!!! Chad __________________ drive it like you stole it !!!!



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