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Sodell · 06-21-2013, 07:13 PM

yea, I would check the springs the top has an oval shape and one of them might not be seated correctly.

Claytona08 · 06-25-2013, 09:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Sodell

yea, I would check the springs the top has an oval shape and one of them might not be seated correctly.

I will try and turn them in the bucket to see if that will make a difference.

Claytona08 · 06-25-2013, 09:21 AM

Here are a few pic I took yesterday.

Claytona08 · 06-25-2013, 09:52 AM

Notice that both front driver and passenger lowered 3 1/2" and that both driver and passenger side rear lowered 4 1/4". I need to take a new pic of the bump stops as they are similar now that the truck has been aligned.

SeTx67 · 06-21-2013, 07:37 PM

Check it before the alignment if possible. I hope it's something simple like that
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killthewabbit · 06-21-2013, 07:45 PM

Looking at your bumpstop pics, it almost looks like you have two different sized springs or lower arms with different drops in front. If you want to troubleshoot, you could always take them out and switch sides to see if it leans to the other side. It doesn't look like it leaned that bad before, or at least I don't see a picture where I can tell it does.

Claytona08 · 06-25-2013, 09:12 AM

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Originally Posted by killthewabbit

Looking at your bumpstop pics, it almost looks like you have two different sized springs or lower arms with different drops in front. If you want to troubleshoot, you could always take them out and switch sides to see if it leans to the other side. It doesn't look like it leaned that bad before, or at least I don't see a picture where I can tell it does.

This pic is prior to the lowering kit being installed. I will try and turn the springs in the buckets to see if I can adjust it out.

SeTx67 · 06-25-2013, 10:09 AM

I really like the new stance. When are the new wheels going on?
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Claytona08 · 06-25-2013, 10:19 AM

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I really like the new stance. When are the new wheels going on?
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The wheels and tires are sitting at the tire shop. The paint and body shop told me to wait until after the truck is painted to install the rims so they won't get dirty and dust all over them while it is at the paint shop.

SeTx67 · 06-25-2013, 10:35 AM

Good call on waiting on the wheels. Although I'm sure it'll be tough to wait

I'll be stripping down my interior possibly tomorrow or next Tuesday and getting it ready for paint
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Claytona08 · 06-25-2013, 11:05 AM

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Good call on waiting on the wheels. Although I'm sure it'll be tough to wait

I'll be stripping down my interior possibly tomorrow or next Tuesday and getting it ready for paint
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How much is it going to cost you to get the interior painted? Is it just the dash getting painted or what?

cyclefreak207 · 06-25-2013, 11:20 AM

Wait, did you do a flip kit in the back? I thought those kits were a 5" drop...

SeTx67 · 06-25-2013, 11:24 AM

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Wait, did you do a flip kit in the back? I thought those kits were a 5" drop...

I doubt you'd get a 5" drop without a flip kit
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Claytona08 · 06-25-2013, 11:41 AM

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Wait, did you do a flip kit in the back? I thought those kits were a 5" drop...

I did the 5" flip kit but it only measured out to 4.25". Not sure why that is though.

cyclefreak207 · 06-25-2013, 11:44 AM

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I did the 5" flip kit but it only measured out to 4.25". Not sure why that is though.

What shocks are you using in the back?

Claytona08 · 06-25-2013, 11:55 AM

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What shocks are you using in the back?

DJM shocks that they recommended for the kit. I think they are Part# 2100

Claytona08 · 06-25-2013, 12:16 PM

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What shocks are you using in the back?

After you asked me this question I got to looking at the kit that I ordered and realized that the shocks for the front were not the correct shocks that I installed. They sent me a Part# 1409 and DJM website says that I need a Part#1309. It shows that the 1309 has approx. 11/16" more travel than the 1409. Does this mean the front end will lower 11/16" more with the correct shock?

77ChevySharkBite · 06-25-2013, 01:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Claytona08

After you asked me this question I got to looking at the kit that I ordered and realized that the shocks for the front were not the correct shocks that I installed. They sent me a Part# 1409 and DJM website says that I need a Part#1309. It shows that the 1309 has approx. 11/16" more travel than the 1409. Does this mean the front end will lower 11/16" more with the correct shock?

Yeah I would imagine that using the correct shock would drop it 11/16ths more I could be mistaken too.

SeTx67 · 06-25-2013, 11:23 AM

$650ish with some minor patches and a few other things thrown in the bill. He's going to paint dash, kick panels, floor, roof etc. (Basicly complete interior paint). If you're free one of the days I'm gutting it swing by and have a beer. I'd like to see your truck
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Claytona08 · 06-25-2013, 11:42 AM

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$650ish with some minor patches and a few other things thrown in the bill. He's going to paint dash, kick panels, floor, roof etc. (Basicly complete interior paint). If you're free one of the days I'm gutting it swing by and have a beer. I'd like to see your truck
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Yeah man I will definitely try and swing by there. I drive home from work through Lumberton everyday.

SeTx67 · 06-25-2013, 03:43 PM

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Yeah man I will definitely try and swing by there. I drive home from work through Lumberton everyday.

I may try to put a few hours in tomorrow afternoon. Shoot me a PM and I'll give you my number
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cyclefreak207 · 06-25-2013, 01:49 PM

using the calmax shocks?

I'm curious to see how she rides with the calmax/djm component set up...

Claytona08 · 06-25-2013, 01:55 PM

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Originally Posted by cyclefreak207

using the calmax shocks?

I'm curious to see how she rides with the calmax/djm component set up...

I haven't driven the truck much but it seems to ride good with the combo.

77ChevySharkBite · 06-26-2013, 10:14 AM

Okay, so now educate me if you don't mind. That looks like a "support" piece that looks like its bent is that, what that is or am I wrong?

Claytona08 · 06-26-2013, 10:20 AM

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Okay, so now educate me if you don't mind. That looks like a "support" piece that looks like its bent is that, what that is or am I wrong?

That is the frame underneath the drivers side door.

06-25-2013, 09:21 AM	#3
Claytona08 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Silsbee Tx. Posts: 880	Re: Project Platinum C10 Here are a few pic I took yesterday. Attached Images __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=580955 http://youtu.be/JYoQJYTXKqI 1984 Chevrolet Scottsdale C10 "Project Platinum C10" 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle "Project Car"

06-25-2013, 09:52 AM	#4
Claytona08 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Silsbee Tx. Posts: 880	Re: Project Platinum C10 Notice that both front driver and passenger lowered 3 1/2" and that both driver and passenger side rear lowered 4 1/4". I need to take a new pic of the bump stops as they are similar now that the truck has been aligned. Attached Images __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=580955 http://youtu.be/JYoQJYTXKqI 1984 Chevrolet Scottsdale C10 "Project Platinum C10" 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle "Project Car"

06-21-2013, 07:37 PM	#5
SeTx67 Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: Lumberton, TX Posts: 795	Re: Project Platinum C10 Check it before the alignment if possible. I hope it's something simple like that Posted via Mobile Device

06-21-2013, 07:45 PM	#6
killthewabbit Spear and magic helmet! Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 1,226	Re: Project Platinum C10 Looking at your bumpstop pics, it almost looks like you have two different sized springs or lower arms with different drops in front. If you want to troubleshoot, you could always take them out and switch sides to see if it leans to the other side. It doesn't look like it leaned that bad before, or at least I don't see a picture where I can tell it does.

06-25-2013, 10:09 AM	#8
SeTx67 Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: Lumberton, TX Posts: 795	Re: Project Platinum C10 I really like the new stance. When are the new wheels going on? Posted via Mobile Device

06-21-2013, 07:13 PM	#1
Sodell Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Fayetteville Arkansas Posts: 830	Re: Project Platinum C10 yea, I would check the springs the top has an oval shape and one of them might not be seated correctly.

06-25-2013, 10:35 AM	#10
SeTx67 Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: Lumberton, TX Posts: 795	Re: Project Platinum C10 Good call on waiting on the wheels. Although I'm sure it'll be tough to wait I'll be stripping down my interior possibly tomorrow or next Tuesday and getting it ready for paint Posted via Mobile Device

06-25-2013, 11:20 AM	#12
cyclefreak207 Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: Duncanville, TX Posts: 219	Re: Project Platinum C10 Wait, did you do a flip kit in the back? I thought those kits were a 5" drop... __________________ 86 Short Bed Build I don't always downshift when I want to change lanes... But when I do, I make sure it's next to a prius so they know I'm hurting the environment!

06-25-2013, 11:23 AM	#19
SeTx67 Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: Lumberton, TX Posts: 795	Re: Project Platinum C10 $650ish with some minor patches and a few other things thrown in the bill. He's going to paint dash, kick panels, floor, roof etc. (Basicly complete interior paint). If you're free one of the days I'm gutting it swing by and have a beer. I'd like to see your truck Posted via Mobile Device

06-25-2013, 01:49 PM	#22
cyclefreak207 Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: Duncanville, TX Posts: 219	Re: Project Platinum C10 using the calmax shocks? I'm curious to see how she rides with the calmax/djm component set up... __________________ 86 Short Bed Build I don't always downshift when I want to change lanes... But when I do, I make sure it's next to a prius so they know I'm hurting the environment!

06-26-2013, 10:14 AM	#24
77ChevySharkBite Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 2,475	Re: Project Platinum C10 Okay, so now educate me if you don't mind. That looks like a "support" piece that looks like its bent is that, what that is or am I wrong? __________________ Korwin 77 C10 Silverado Sharkbite LWB Build 67 Chevy C10 Frame Off 06 Dodge Magnum 2.7v6 aka swag wag! 2010 Honda Accord 2.4I4 DD aka Liquid Metal



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