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Robznob11 · 04-04-2018, 01:20 PM

6" is a little narrow, you can run that tire on a 7" rim. As for the back well you can go fat with tubs, not sure with out! First pic is stock width 68 rear, second pic is 9" 4" narrower than stock 68

mbzaungst · 04-04-2018, 01:52 PM

Love that stance, let me get this right you tubbed this truck to get this tire in here?

jessemthompson · 04-04-2018, 07:40 PM

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jesse can you post a pic of your if possible?
Thanks

**RodnRudy** · 04-05-2018, 01:06 PM

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Originally Posted by LEEVON

I have ran 4.5/6 on numerous trucks and they have ridden better than factory (when done correctly).

I just finished up going from a 5 1/2, 7" drop to a 4 1/2, 6" and like Leevon says it definitely rides much better. As to whether I like the look, not near as much as the lower version. First pic 5 1/2, 7 and second 4 1/2 6. Still need to throw the hood on maybe that'll bring the front down a little more.

mbzaungst · 04-05-2018, 01:31 PM

Rod, what kit did you go with ? I like the 4/6 route, roads in Michigan are terrible. I'd love to hear what brand, components, tires brand and sizes. Looks great both ways tho. nice truck

mroedl · 04-05-2018, 01:38 PM

I have a 71 C10 and I'm thinking about doing a 3-1/2"/5" drop. Ill be running 20x8's up front and 20x9.5's in the rear. Will I need a c notch kit or will it ride without it? I keep hearing different things. Thanks in advance!

original-71 · 04-05-2018, 02:36 PM

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Originally Posted by mroedl

I have a 71 C10 and I'm thinking about doing a 3-1/2"/5" drop. Ill be running 20x8's up front and 20x9.5's in the rear. Will I need a c notch kit or will it ride without it? I keep hearing different things. Thanks in advance!

shouldn't need one with a 5 rear. mines 4-1/2 front 7 rear no c notch. just try to go as low as you can if you don't want a notch like I did.

**RodnRudy** · 04-05-2018, 06:29 PM

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Originally Posted by mbzaungst

Rod, what kit did you go with ? I like the 4/6 route, roads in Michigan are terrible. I'd love to hear what brand, components, tires brand and sizes. Looks great both ways tho. nice truck

I used CPP's grand slam kit: 2 1/2" drop spindles 3" drop springs in front, since changed to 2" drop springs, 5" drop springs and 2" lowering blocks in the rear since changed to 1" lowering block. Rear wheels are 15x 8" rallies with 275 60 15 Cooper Cobras. Front wheels are 15x 6 1/2" rallies with 225 70 15 Cobras. The ride quality is better up front because the tie rods are more parallel which helps with bump steer.

mbzaungst · 04-06-2018, 07:41 AM

Rod, That's perfect thank you, and everyone else that has replied. Very helpful

1badmonza · 04-06-2018, 11:47 AM

4.5 and 7 with c notch to be safe. Rides great!

IMG_1337 by Mike Lanclos, on Flickr

Ekliptix · 04-06-2018, 01:27 PM

I will always want more low. Ride quality is impacted by shock choice. I got rid of the KYB shocks and installed CPP shocks. Better, but not like a caddy. Bilstines or Ride Techs would be best.

4.5/6.25" ECE parts. No c notch needed in my case.

OARNGESI · 04-06-2018, 10:00 PM

I got 2.5 western spindles in front rear is 3in spring 1.5 drop block 15x8 245-60-15 up front 295-50-15 in rear it rides great

**Boog** · 04-07-2018, 07:30 AM

turns

CC69Rat · 04-08-2018, 08:50 AM

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Originally Posted by mroedl

I have a 71 C10 and I'm thinking about doing a 3-1/2"/5" drop. Ill be running 20x8's up front and 20x9.5's in the rear. Will I need a c notch kit or will it ride without it? I keep hearing different things. Thanks in advance!

No c notch needed at 5" drop but I would definitely suggest rear shock relocation brackets.

04-04-2018, 01:20 PM	#26
Robznob11 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: brownfield texas (west texas) Posts: 1,936	Re: how low to go? 6" is a little narrow, you can run that tire on a 7" rim. As for the back well you can go fat with tubs, not sure with out! First pic is stock width 68 rear, second pic is 9" 4" narrower than stock 68 Attached Images __________________ The Ghost 67 short wide full custom. 550 hp LSX, 4l80E, narrowed 9". Body dropped w/air ride! ........................ ___ .........________//__{\_____ ,,,,,,,/__(⊙)___//___/__(O)_/ @disciple2.rc 💪instagram💪 LED TAILS

04-04-2018, 01:52 PM	#27
mbzaungst Registered User Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Wacousta, Mich Posts: 90	Re: how low to go? Love that stance, let me get this right you tubbed this truck to get this tire in here?

04-05-2018, 01:31 PM	#30
mbzaungst Registered User Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Wacousta, Mich Posts: 90	Re: how low to go? Rod, what kit did you go with ? I like the 4/6 route, roads in Michigan are terrible. I'd love to hear what brand, components, tires brand and sizes. Looks great both ways tho. nice truck

04-05-2018, 01:38 PM	#31
mroedl Registered User Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: St. Louis, MO Posts: 1	Re: how low to go? I have a 71 C10 and I'm thinking about doing a 3-1/2"/5" drop. Ill be running 20x8's up front and 20x9.5's in the rear. Will I need a c notch kit or will it ride without it? I keep hearing different things. Thanks in advance!

04-06-2018, 07:41 AM	#34
mbzaungst Registered User Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Wacousta, Mich Posts: 90	Re: how low to go? Rod, That's perfect thank you, and everyone else that has replied. Very helpful

04-06-2018, 11:47 AM	#35
1badmonza Registered User Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Sulphur, Louisiana Posts: 42	Re: how low to go? 4.5 and 7 with c notch to be safe. Rides great! IMG_1337 by Mike Lanclos, on Flickr __________________ 1968 C10, 5.3 with 4L60, 2600 Circle D converter, all CPP suspension with big brakes, 4.5-7 drop, 20" Billet Specialties Vintec wheels all around, AC with Jam and ready to CRUISE!

04-06-2018, 01:27 PM	#36
Ekliptix Registered User Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Calgary, Alberta Posts: 683	Re: how low to go? I will always want more low. Ride quality is impacted by shock choice. I got rid of the KYB shocks and installed CPP shocks. Better, but not like a caddy. Bilstines or Ride Techs would be best. 4.5/6.25" ECE parts. No c notch needed in my case. __________________ 1972 Cheyenne Super SWB PS, PB, Tach, A/C, Tilt. Drivetrain: Built 402BB, TCI Streetfighter 700R4, 2,500 stall, Eaton posi, 3.73. Suspension/Chassis: ECE 4.5/6.5 drop, CPP nitrogen shocks, CPP front and rear sway bar, CPP cross members. Exhaust: 3" exhaust with x-pipe, Spintech 3000 mufflers, Hooker ceramic coated headers. Best 1/4 mile time: TBD.

04-06-2018, 10:00 PM	#37
OARNGESI Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: CASA GRANDE AZ Posts: 4,276	Re: how low to go? I got 2.5 western spindles in front rear is 3in spring 1.5 drop block 15x8 245-60-15 up front 295-50-15 in rear it rides great Attached Images __________________ 70 SWB STEPSIDE 70 BLAZER 09 challenger

04-07-2018, 07:30 AM	#38
Boog laying low Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Searcy, Ark. USA Posts: 13,513	Re: how low to go? turns Attached Images __________________ Boog 69 Chevy stepside, 358/T350, 4.11 posi, 4.5/4 drop, rallys, poboy driver primer is finer 91 Chevy sportside, Tahoe, Yukon & GMC Crewcab All GM..'nuff said. I stand for the flag and kneel at the cross



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