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Old 03-23-2015, 05:40 PM   #1
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My ECE 4/6 Drop 71 L/B

I just had my truck lowered at a local shop. The guys who did the work said the ECE kit was well made and went on easy for a 40 year old truck. I think it looks good but I noticed that there is a slight rake front to back. Is there a way I can fix this without taking the back springs out?


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Old 03-23-2015, 05:57 PM   #2
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Re: My ECE 4/6 Drop 71 L/B

Looks good and you can't go wrong with ECE. Great product and their spindles are cast in the USA right here in Lodi, Ca
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Old 03-23-2015, 05:59 PM   #3
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Re: My ECE 4/6 Drop 71 L/B

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Is there a way I can fix this without taking the back springs out?
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But seriously, that truck looks awesome.
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Old 03-23-2015, 06:09 PM   #4
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Re: My ECE 4/6 Drop 71 L/B

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Is there a way I can fix this without taking the back springs out?
Sure! Put slightly taller front springs in.
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Old 03-23-2015, 06:21 PM   #5
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Re: My ECE 4/6 Drop 71 L/B

You can use a 1" or 2" drop block.
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Old 03-23-2015, 06:23 PM   #6
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You can use a 1" or 2" drop block.
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Lowering block for the rear is the best option.
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Old 03-23-2015, 06:28 PM   #7
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Lowering block for the rear is the best option.
X3 Drop the back
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Old 03-23-2015, 06:38 PM   #8
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Re: My ECE 4/6 Drop 71 L/B

Hit up Boris aka way2lo2 and he can set you up with a lowering block kit that is quality and a great price.

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Old 03-23-2015, 07:36 PM   #9
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Thanks everyone for the compliments and advice.
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