Help please, Rear drop shocks won’t stretch far enough

[64 rust]

Yeah I am right below the line, I read all over 15 inch wheels were safe, I’m honestly not worried about it just going to run with 235/75/r15’s, it’s really close to the line just have to be careful
Posted via Mobile Device

[SCOTI]

Originally Posted by 64 rust

Yeah I am right below the line, I read all over 15 inch wheels were safe, I’m honestly not worried about it just going to run with 235/75/r15’s, it’s really close to the line just have to be careful
Posted via Mobile Device

It's only when there's no tire on the rim that it could dig in to the road surface ( w/a 1.5" block). Just getting a flat w/a tire still on the rim won't let it happen but you have to plan for worst case scenario so OTHERS on the road around you don't get hurt if it happens.

[64 rust]

Originally Posted by SCOTI

It's only when there's no tire on the rim that it could dig in to the road surface ( w/a 1.5" block). Just getting a flat w/a tire still on the rim won't let it happen but you have to plan for worst case scenario so OTHERS on the road around you don't get hurt if it happens.

Makes sense. Thanks for the heads up and clarification there!
Posted via Mobile Device

[forestb]

I don't want to hijack the thread but what would you all recommend when determining how long your shocks need to be. How much longer does it need to be and how much shorter at full compression does it need to be? Also how much room would you give the suspension to compress before you make contact with the bump stops.

[SCOTI]

Originally Posted by forestb

I don't want to hijack the thread but what would you all recommend when determining how long your shocks need to be. How much longer does it need to be and how much shorter at full compression does it need to be? Also how much room would you give the suspension to compress before you make contact with the bump stops.

I like mine @ 3" compression travel & would target a shock that is @ least 5" of stroke (3" compression; 2" extension). The more I can get the better. I figure driving around within that range should accommodate 90% of roadways.

I've never ran a 'drop' shock that's shorter than what came on a vehicle & opt for relocating brackets instead to allow @ least the factory length shock.

[dano3]

Now I'm worried forced my shocks on everyone told me with lowered springs rear would be stiffer so now I wander if I have the wrong shocks. I bought it all as a kit

[SCOTI]

Originally Posted by dano3

Now I'm worried forced my shocks on everyone told me with lowered springs rear would be stiffer so now I wander if I have the wrong shocks. I bought it all as a kit

Since you have them & they're already installed, drive it & see if the ride quality is acceptable. If so, don't worry about it. If you feel the ride quality is not good enough then work @ it from there.

Ride quality is subjective. People that drive around in 2019 vehicles might expect the same ride quality from a 1070 vehicle. That's unlikely. Some people ride around in trucks that bottom out constantly & consider that as the price to pay for "looking cool". It's not.

I want my stuff low, safe, w/a decent ride quality, & I don't want things banging/scrubbing on every little bump encountered. I also want to improve the handing as much as possible within the sum of parts swapped/installed.

Everybody wants different things. Work from your list of 'wants'.

[verdell]

Originally Posted by SCOTI

I like mine @ 3" compression travel & would target a shock that is @ least 5" of stroke (3" compression; 2" extension). The more I can get the better. I figure driving around within that range should accommodate 90% of roadways.

I've never ran a 'drop' shock that's shorter than what came on a vehicle & opt for relocating brackets instead to allow @ least the factory length shock.

X2...this is exactly what I did and it worked out pretty good. Even shared this advice with a couple of other guys and they really like how their C10s ride now..

[Trash]

I had the exact same problem with CPP lowering shocks. I ordered the next size bigger and now they fit fine.

[lil hoodlum]

Not sure if this helps your current dilemma, but this posted link http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444925 seems to have some good information in it. Maybe something in it may help you.