More drop and Pics... whatch'a think?

[CLASSIC87']

Originally Posted by andresco50

can you post some BEFORE - AFTER pics???

I wish I did... they were misplaced about 6 years ago unfortunately. I do have some when I had 17's installed and a 5/6 drop. Here's a few things I remember when I first got it:
- no tint and a rear slider out back
- bedliner was installed
- chrome bed rails installed over the stainless steel bedcaps
- diamond plated mud flaps at all corners
- smoked bug shield up front
- bumper gaurds guiding the way up front
- cow puller bumper out back... that thing weight a ton! Also had a receiver hitch installed as well
- dual chrome tip pipes shooting out beneath the rear

I will never forget the 1st night that I owned the truck: I was outside till about 3am and my neighbor (the lady I bought it from) called me and asked... WTF are you doing to my truck!!!! Well... I was removing ALL of the stuff mentioned above She was my best friend back then (she has passed)... and I think she "rolls over" everytime I do another mod

R.I.P DELO

[Richard D]

Originally Posted by CLASSIC87'

I will never forget the 1st night that I owned the truck: I was outside till about 3am and my neighbor (the lady I bought it from) called me and asked... WTF are you doing to my truck!!!! Well... I was removing ALL of the stuff mentioned above She was my best friend back then (she has passed)... and I think she "rolls over" everytime I do another mod

R.I.P DELO

How funny, she probably wondered, "Damn, I spent a lot of money on that stuff and he yanked it all off." She'd probably like it if she could see it now; I know I do.

[MEANlowGREEN]

That's a sweet looking ride. The stance is spot on! I am a big fan of square body C-10s. They look so good lowered. Keep up the great work and keep us updated on your progress :O

[yellowGT]

Originally Posted by CLASSIC87'

Thanks man... The color is stock Chev. white- what your are seeing is the reflection from the sun. I will be getting rid of the mirrors when ever I save enough to get it repainted. As far as the ride... NO it's not good for a DD; my fronts are rubbing on the top inside right now at the slightest bumps. If it was bagged... then it could be a good DD. Btw- the exhaust exits before the rear axle.

Thanks,
Anthony

If its rubbing and you are willing to sell the wheel/tire package I will buy them from you.

[CLASSIC87']

Thanks guys... and I no longer have the rubbing problem.

Anthony

[Stitch]

how'd you fix the rubbing problem?

Chuck

[slugish]

Originally Posted by benoit454

Thanks, man it's no biggie, I figured ya just looked over it.

yea seems like a 6 inch front drop is way too much for this area, maybe a show only vehicle, or around the block.

I'm wanting to do a 3/5 or 4/6, leaning more towards a 4/6 but that costs more to get the front down.

I freakin love it though, you got the perfect look and stance though.


I think my tires are smaller though, they are 255/60-15's not sure on their overall height.

Yea Chris , Iwas down rt 44 the other week , youre right you definitely dont want to go that low where you live. Those coal trucks would probably run right over you if you were that low.

[CLASSIC87']

Originally Posted by Fat Hoe

how'd you fix the rubbing problem?

Chuck

I had the truck aligned (tires were pointed in on the top). I also removed the stock bolts from the jack accessories on the drivers inner fender well... the tires would rub the bolt heads during suspension travel, etc.

Thanks,
Anthony

[boatpuller]

Originally Posted by CLASSIC87'

I had the truck aligned (tires were pointed in on the top). I also removed the stock bolts from the jack accessories on the drivers inner fender well... the tires would rub the bolt heads during suspension travel, etc.

Thanks,
Anthony

i had the same problem with the jack bolts.i took jack out and cut the bolts just short enough to thread on a nut.that way i didn't have the holes in the fenderwell.after i dropped it the jack's useless any way.in fact the only way i can get the rear tires off is to let the rear end hang.if i get a flat out on the road.i'll use my aaa to get a flat bed tow truck.

[MEANlowGREEN]

Mines a '63 but I have the same issue with the jack. It won't fit under the truck, I moved my tank to the spare tires location and don't even carry a spare. I keep a can of fix-a-flat in the cab just in case. So far I haven't needed it and I hope if I ever do it's not a total blow-out so the fix-a-flat will work! I'm glad to hear you solved your rubbing issue without too much surgery though ) I'm sure you were relieved!

[boatpuller]

Originally Posted by MEANlowGREEN

Mines a '63 but I have the same issue with the jack. It won't fit under the truck, I moved my tank to the spare tires location and don't even carry a spare. I keep a can of fix-a-flat in the cab just in case. So far I haven't needed it and I hope if I ever do it's not a total blow-out so the fix-a-flat will work! I'm glad to hear you solved your rubbing issue without too much surgery though ) I'm sure you were relieved!

shoot man,never thought about fix a flat good one.

[MEANlowGREEN]

I generally don't like the stuff (fix-a-flat) because of the mess it makes but I figure I like it better than being stuck on the side of the road...

[Step Down]

Nice Ride. Quick question. I basically have the same deal in the back. Hangers, dearched springs. I need another inch or so to get rid of some of the rake. How hard is it to take out a couple of leafs?

Thanks!

[CLASSIC87']

Originally Posted by Step Down

Nice Ride. Quick question. I basically have the same deal in the back. Hangers, dearched springs. I need another inch or so to get rid of some of the rake. How hard is it to take out a couple of leafs?

Thanks!

Its quite simple... but can be time consuming depending on how many times you have to reassemble to get the correct drop. You'll need a couple of jacks (one for the frame/body and the other for the axle). Undo your leaf bolts and the center bolt and disassemble them.... kinda short but thats the basics.

Thanks,
Anthony

[merca]

absolutely perfect.!!

[joe231]

Originally Posted by CLASSIC87'

Its quite simple... but can be time consuming depending on how many times you have to reassemble to get the correct drop. You'll need a couple of jacks (one for the frame/body and the other for the axle). Undo your leaf bolts and the center bolt and disassemble them.... kinda short but thats the basics.

Thanks,
Anthony

I just want to add....support the frame with suitable jack stands
you should never work under a vehicle that is supported by a jack only
my 2 cents on safety

oh and....love the truck!!!

[manimal]

Anthony, that is one amazing truck you have. I love it.
-Lance

[ChaseDale3and8]

CLASSIC87, love your truck! I'm more of a 4x4 guy so I'm not much into the lowered truck scene, but I really like them when they are tastefully done like yours is. ...Joe

[eelicerio18]

Super nice truck!!!! Perfect stance. Nice and clean!!

[eelicerio18]

Hey i was just wondering how much it cost for the front suspension;
3 inch Belltech drop spindles, and 3 inch drop coil

[justpball]

Hotness!

[jared78]

man I love that thing. absolutly perfect.

[BIG KRIS]

You have the look im going afterSorry but i just might have to bite your style!

[p_rubottom]

I saw your truck at Sams shop last weekend. Very nice!! Almost convincing me to go square body...

[rome704]

What are those wheels