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TEAM THC · 01-10-2006, 01:42 PM

HOW MUCH OF A STATIC DROP CAN I USE WITH "20S BEFORE THERE ARE CLEARANCE PROBLEMS? ie RUBBING AND SUCH? COULD SOME ONE PLEASE TELL ME RIM WITH AND BACK SPACING. IM VERY CLOSE TO BUYING NEW WHEELS AND I WANT TO PLAN AHEAD SO THERE ARE NO PROBLEMS.

LOHRTBT · 01-10-2006, 04:35 PM

I ran 20x8.5's w 5" BS on a 4/6 drop and no where near any issues. There were 20's on my current truck and its 5/7 with no issues. He ran 5.25 BS I believe.

hotrodhomi · 01-10-2006, 05:10 PM

it would depend on your tire size.

TEAM THC · 01-10-2006, 06:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hotrodhomi

it would depend on your tire size.

GOOD POINT, OK PLEASE LIST 1.DROP
2.BACKSPACING
3. RIM SIZE AND WITH
4. TIRE SIZE

LOHRTBT · 01-10-2006, 09:12 PM

ON teh above 4/6 I mentioned they were 275/30/20 rear and 245/35/20 front.

**AspecialZ** · 01-10-2006, 10:00 PM

I just went 20/18 combo on a 4.5/6" drop, I like it alot!!!

bagged74 · 01-10-2006, 11:15 PM

4/6
20x8.5 w/ 255/35
22x9.5 w/ 285/35
I dont remember the backspacing, but it was whatever comes standard on these wheels. They were not special ordered or anything.

TEAM THC · 01-11-2006, 11:59 AM

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Originally Posted by AspecialZ

I just went 20/18 combo on a 4.5/6" drop, I like it alot!!!

cool, but lets see some pictures. i was thinking of going with the 18"/20" combo

SCOTI · 01-11-2006, 08:25 PM

5/7 drop
18x8's w/5.25 bs (5" bs would be better) 245/45-18's
20x10 w/5" bs 295/40-20's
No problems w/potholes during the daily grind w/those size tires (35 or 30 series would make me nervous).

**AspecialZ** · 01-11-2006, 11:04 PM

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Originally Posted by TEAM THC

cool, but lets see some pictures. i was thinking of going with the 18"/20" combo

none available yet, sorry

**N2TRUX** · 01-11-2006, 11:57 PM

It's not static, but it don't rub.....

TEAM THC · 01-12-2006, 12:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by N2TRUX

It's not static, but it don't rub.....

DUDE, IVE SEEN PICTURES OF YOUR TRUCK A 100 TIMES AND I THINK IT IS AWESOME. ITS MY SCREEN SAVER AT WORK.(ALONG WITH MANY OTHERS) I REALLY LIKE THE STYLE PERFECT BLEND OF OLD/NEW SCHOOL. ALSO YOUR PHOTO GALLERY IS GREAT AND REALLY HELP FULL. I WAS WONDERING ABOUGHT YOUR REAR SET UP. I LIKE THE IDEA OF USING THE EXISTING LEAF SPRING WITH THE AIR BAG. THAT SEAMS LIKE IT IS WAY CHEAPER THAN GOING WITH A FOUR LINK OR SOMETHNG LIKE THAT. PLUS ITS PROBABLY MORE LIKE STOCK RIDE?WHAT WAS THE APPROX COST(JUST PARTS) FOR YOUR BAG SET UP. I ONLY HAVE ABOUGHT $3500 TO INVEST IN WHEEL, TIRES AND DROP. WHAT DO YOU THINK IS THE BEST WAY TO GO. I GUESS I ASSUMED THAT BAGS WERE TO EXPENSIVE FOR ME. SORRY FOR SO MANY QUESTIONS. HOPE FULLY YOU'LL READ THIS.
THANKX.

hotrodhomi · 01-12-2006, 02:29 AM

you could ride on air for $1500 give or take a few.

bagged74 · 01-12-2006, 09:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hotrodhomi

you could ride on air for $1500 give or take a few.

If you can install it yourself.

**N2TRUX** · 01-12-2006, 09:45 AM

If 3500 is your total budget for everything I would suggest this. Buy the tires and wheels you really want, but get the right size tires for a little more drop later. Just so you know mine are 245/40/20 and 295/45/20. With that done I would get a set of 3" DJM spindles for the front, and a flip kit with a C-notch for the rear. Do some shopping and most of this should fit your budget.

With that done start saving for bags. Everything you have done so far will not be wasted. If you want to do bags on a budget, contact Jason at www.***************** and get an estimate. There may be companies cheaper but you will pay more for shipping and they don't offer customer service. I have yet to hear a bad report on Jason.

What ever you do, DO NOT BUY FROM AIM OR CHASSIS TECH. They are crooks and will screw you if they can.

Thanks for the compliment on my truck. Hopefully I will have it back soon...

TEAM THC · 01-12-2006, 12:24 PM

ok the question i have now is the front bag set is seem s pretty straight forward, but what do you advise for the rear set up? ( keep budget in mine)
also you said spindles with flp kit. wont that make it sit lower in the back?
also what back spacing do i need to make sure everything claers when i go with bags.( can you list tire/wheel size and bs again ) you guys are great.
if i cant get this figured out i going with a 5"/6" with 17" or 18"s but im really interested in trying to go with "20s and a bag set up.

LOHRTBT · 01-12-2006, 02:53 PM

If you are thinking you want 20's a lil bit..GET THEM THE FIRST TIME. Dont spend your money 2x. You will wish you got them if you dont the first time...especially if you go the bag route.

heck ..if you want 17's you could get a full set for 7-800 bux with tires..then bag it..or spend 1500 -2000 or so and get 20's and save for the bag setup.

WHat is this saving thing I keep mentioning???? lol

TEAM THC · 01-12-2006, 04:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LOHRTBT

If you are thinking you want 20's a lil bit..GET THEM THE FIRST TIME. Dont spend your money 2x. You will wish you got them if you dont the first time...especially if you go the bag route.

heck ..if you want 17's you could get a full set for 7-800 bux with tires..then bag it..or spend 1500 -2000 or so and get 20's and save for the bag setup.

WHat is this saving thing I keep mentioning???? lol

GOOD POINT THERE'S NOTHING WORSE THAN SPENDING THAT MUCH AND WISHING YOU'D GONE BIGGER. AMERICA'S TIRE QUOTED ME $1800 OUT THE DOOR FOR "20 EAGLE ALLOY 211'S ( TORQUE THRUST COPYS)
IM JUST WANT MY TRUCK TO LOOK RIGHT. I DID'NT WANT TO HAVE 20'S AND NOT HAVE THE TRUCK SIT LOW ENOUGH. KNOW WHAT I MEAN.
AT THIS POINT I THINK IM GOING TO START WITH THE "20'S AND A "5/"6 STATIC DROP. MAYBE BAGS IN THE FUTURE. IF SOMEONE WILL GIVE ME SIZING ON THE WHEELS AND TIRES SO EVERYTHING CLEARS FOR THIS DROP KEEPING IN MIND BAGS FOR THE FUTURE

**lolife99** · 01-12-2006, 09:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SCOTI

5/7 drop
18x8's w/5.25 bs (5" bs would be better) 245/45-18's
20x10 w/5" bs 295/40-20's
No problems w/potholes during the daily grind w/those size tires (35 or 30 series would make me nervous).

I would go with SCOTI's sizes and backspacing. If you want 20's up front,... substitute the 18's for a 20x8 w/5" bs and a 245/40-20 tire. You can see what it will look like on either truck,... by the pics they posted.

**N2TRUX** · 01-12-2006, 09:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TEAM THC

ok the question i have now is the front bag set is seem s pretty straight forward, but what do you advise for the rear set up? ( keep budget in mine)
also you said spindles with flp kit. wont that make it sit lower in the back?
also what back spacing do i need to make sure everything claers when i go with bags.( can you list tire/wheel size and bs again ) you guys are great.
if i cant get this figured out i going with a 5"/6" with 17" or 18"s but im really interested in trying to go with "20s and a bag set up.

Sorry, I forgot part of the front when I posted that. You can cut your factory coils and get close or buy a 2" spring for the front. They won't cost much and you can sell them when you bag it.

My rear set up is about as basic as you can get but it's not super low. I did this because I did not want to cut my bed for a larger notch. You have to decide how low you want to be before you start buying parts. If you want a simple set up that doesn't cost much use the route I took.

If you want 20's buy 20's. Do not buy wheels or suspension twice. There are quit a few decent styles out there in 20's that can be had cheap enough. If you follow what I have suggested you can have 20's now and a static drop. The only thing you won't use when you add bags are the front springs. Everything else I have siggested will stay in place when you bag it....

bagged74 · 01-12-2006, 09:49 PM

heres another one, similar set up to N2trux's 77. flip kit, 3" spindles, and bags.

powder2 · 01-12-2006, 10:51 PM

my truck has a 3in spindle a 2.5 spring and in the rear it has flip kit with a 3'' block and my 20's are 235/35/20 with a +35 off set but i still had to cut my inner fender wells

TEAM THC · 01-13-2006, 02:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by powder2

my truck has a 3in spindle a 2.5 spring and in the rear it has flip kit with a 3'' block and my 20's are 235/35/20 with a +35 off set but i still had to cut my inner fender wells

IS TOUR FRONT BAGGED? YOUR THE FIRT PERSON THAT HAS SAID THEY HAD CLEARANCE PROBLEMS

Izzy · 01-13-2006, 04:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LOHRTBT

I ran 20x8.5's w 5" BS on a 4/6 drop and no where near any issues. There were 20's on my current truck and its 5/7 with no issues. He ran 5.25 BS I believe.

He had the 245/40/20 and 295/40/20 BFG KDW's.

powder2 · 01-13-2006, 04:38 PM

no my front is not bagged its just low as hell u can ask ken he seen the truck up close when i was running 15''s i was tucking 15" in the front

01-10-2006, 01:42 PM	#1
TEAM THC CUSTOM CHEVY FIEND Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: CHICO CA Posts: 227	How Low With "20s HOW MUCH OF A STATIC DROP CAN I USE WITH "20S BEFORE THERE ARE CLEARANCE PROBLEMS? ie RUBBING AND SUCH? COULD SOME ONE PLEASE TELL ME RIM WITH AND BACK SPACING. IM VERY CLOSE TO BUYING NEW WHEELS AND I WANT TO PLAN AHEAD SO THERE ARE NO PROBLEMS.

01-10-2006, 04:35 PM	#2
LOHRTBT BeWarE tHe eViL CrAnkTOe! Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Yukon, OK Posts: 3,605	Re: How Low With "20s I ran 20x8.5's w 5" BS on a 4/6 drop and no where near any issues. There were 20's on my current truck and its 5/7 with no issues. He ran 5.25 BS I believe. __________________ ~Dave~ You can call me Mike, Mike Oxlong - 1986 Chevy SWB - Stock for now - *1986 Chevy Custom SWB* *Stolen 6/26/05* - 1985 Chevy SWB SOLD - 1999 T/A Some mods www.cardomain.com/id/ramairdave AIM Screenname - Jester84

01-10-2006, 05:10 PM	#3
hotrodhomi Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Sacramento Posts: 3,737	Re: How Low With "20s it would depend on your tire size. __________________ '72 2wd blazer, bagged w/ watts link & EDC '72 C10 "Lowered Farm Truck" STOLEN 5-18-11 '66 impala ht

01-10-2006, 09:12 PM	#5
LOHRTBT BeWarE tHe eViL CrAnkTOe! Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Yukon, OK Posts: 3,605	Re: How Low With "20s ON teh above 4/6 I mentioned they were 275/30/20 rear and 245/35/20 front. __________________ ~Dave~ You can call me Mike, Mike Oxlong - 1986 Chevy SWB - Stock for now - *1986 Chevy Custom SWB* *Stolen 6/26/05* - 1985 Chevy SWB SOLD - 1999 T/A Some mods www.cardomain.com/id/ramairdave AIM Screenname - Jester84

01-10-2006, 10:00 PM	#6
AspecialZ Street Rod Restoration Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Wellsburg, WV Posts: 882	Re: How Low With "20s I just went 20/18 combo on a 4.5/6" drop, I like it alot!!! __________________ Follow me on Instagram @ hot_rod_shop

01-10-2006, 11:15 PM	#7
bagged74 its just $$$$$ Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: OK Posts: 2,078	Re: How Low With "20s 4/6 20x8.5 w/ 255/35 22x9.5 w/ 285/35 I dont remember the backspacing, but it was whatever comes standard on these wheels. They were not special ordered or anything. Attached Images Last edited by bagged74; 01-10-2006 at 11:16 PM.

01-11-2006, 08:25 PM	#9
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 21,963	Re: How Low With "20s 5/7 drop 18x8's w/5.25 bs (5" bs would be better) 245/45-18's 20x10 w/5" bs 295/40-20's No problems w/potholes during the daily grind w/those size tires (35 or 30 series would make me nervous). Attached Images __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.* Last edited by SCOTI; 01-11-2006 at 08:28 PM.

01-11-2006, 11:57 PM	#11
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	Re: How Low With "20s It's not static, but it don't rub..... Attached Images __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

01-12-2006, 02:29 AM	#13
hotrodhomi Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Sacramento Posts: 3,737	Re: How Low With "20s you could ride on air for $1500 give or take a few. __________________ '72 2wd blazer, bagged w/ watts link & EDC '72 C10 "Lowered Farm Truck" STOLEN 5-18-11 '66 impala ht

01-12-2006, 09:45 AM	#15
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	Re: How Low With "20s If 3500 is your total budget for everything I would suggest this. Buy the tires and wheels you really want, but get the right size tires for a little more drop later. Just so you know mine are 245/40/20 and 295/45/20. With that done I would get a set of 3" DJM spindles for the front, and a flip kit with a C-notch for the rear. Do some shopping and most of this should fit your budget. With that done start saving for bags. Everything you have done so far will not be wasted. If you want to do bags on a budget, contact Jason at www.*************** and get an estimate. There may be companies cheaper but you will pay more for shipping and they don't offer customer service. I have yet to hear a bad report on Jason. What ever you do, DO NOT BUY FROM AIM OR CHASSIS TECH. They are crooks and will screw you if they can. Thanks for the compliment on my truck. Hopefully I will have it back soon... __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"**

01-12-2006, 12:24 PM	#16
TEAM THC CUSTOM CHEVY FIEND Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: CHICO CA Posts: 227	Re: How Low With "20s ok the question i have now is the front bag set is seem s pretty straight forward, but what do you advise for the rear set up? ( keep budget in mine) also you said spindles with flp kit. wont that make it sit lower in the back? also what back spacing do i need to make sure everything claers when i go with bags.( can you list tire/wheel size and bs again ) you guys are great. if i cant get this figured out i going with a 5"/6" with 17" or 18"s but im really interested in trying to go with "20s and a bag set up.

01-12-2006, 02:53 PM	#17
LOHRTBT BeWarE tHe eViL CrAnkTOe! Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Yukon, OK Posts: 3,605	Re: How Low With "20s If you are thinking you want 20's a lil bit..GET THEM THE FIRST TIME. Dont spend your money 2x. You will wish you got them if you dont the first time...especially if you go the bag route. heck ..if you want 17's you could get a full set for 7-800 bux with tires..then bag it..or spend 1500 -2000 or so and get 20's and save for the bag setup. WHat is this saving thing I keep mentioning???? lol __________________ ~Dave~ You can call me Mike, Mike Oxlong - 1986 Chevy SWB - Stock for now - *1986 Chevy Custom SWB* *Stolen 6/26/05* - 1985 Chevy SWB SOLD - 1999 T/A Some mods www.cardomain.com/id/ramairdave AIM Screenname - Jester84

01-12-2006, 09:49 PM	#21
bagged74 its just $$$$$ Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: OK Posts: 2,078	Re: How Low With "20s heres another one, similar set up to N2trux's 77. flip kit, 3" spindles, and bags. Attached Images

01-12-2006, 10:51 PM	#22
powder2 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Abilene Texas Posts: 287	Re: How Low With "20s my truck has a 3in spindle a 2.5 spring and in the rear it has flip kit with a 3'' block and my 20's are 235/35/20 with a +35 off set but i still had to cut my inner fender wells Attached Images

01-13-2006, 04:38 PM	#25
powder2 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Abilene Texas Posts: 287	Re: How Low With "20s no my front is not bagged its just low as hell u can ask ken he seen the truck up close when i was running 15''s i was tucking 15" in the front



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