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elektrik · 12-07-2007, 07:06 PM

Hey guys-the 69 is back from the mechanic (after being gone for 2 months) and I'm happy as a clam working on all the "little" things to bring joy to my DD, however, I got a question for you all...

I have 15" rims on the truck now, which makes the truck look...well....dumb. I'm trying to figure out if I should lower the truck a little to not make it look so high or get bigger rims/tires.....

What do you all think?

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68 P.O.S. · 12-07-2007, 07:10 PM

What type of look are you trying to achieve? Do you plan on going with bigger rims? I personally like the look of our trucks lowered so I say lower it. You don't have to go too extreme, go with what you're comfortable with.

Big Block · 12-07-2007, 07:11 PM

Drop it!

Sinister · 12-07-2007, 07:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Big Block

Drop it!

X2

*Shane* · 12-07-2007, 07:25 PM

Everything looks better lowered.

Mondo · 12-07-2007, 07:28 PM

nice truck,

go 4/6 and you won't have to C-notch the frame etc... all bolt on/replacement parts; basically spindles/discs (if you have front drums) & springs. You'll still have a nice comfortable ride but will be limited in cargo weight unless you go with airbags in the rear (much more $$$ than a set of springs).

my two cents anyway...

**SactoJim** · 12-07-2007, 07:30 PM

Lower it.......or put some big ole balloon tires on it to fill up that "tire to fender" gap!

bad6772 · 12-07-2007, 07:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Shane

Everything looks better lowered.

agreed..............

cdowns · 12-07-2007, 07:46 PM

i like a moderate drop 21/2spindles with 4"rear coils big and little tires to get the hotrod type look and it actually improves the way the truck looks and handles a lot better to if you include the front and rear sway bars

BigDaddyDave · 12-07-2007, 08:00 PM

That is a sweet ride dude! I like the 15" wheels and tires, and yes, it would look even better lowered some.

clemson71guy · 12-07-2007, 08:09 PM

lower it

ChevLoRay · 12-07-2007, 08:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cdowns

i like a moderate drop 21/2spindles with 4"rear coils big and little tires to get the hotrod type look and it actually improves the way the truck looks and handles a lot better to if you include the front and rear sway bars

This is exactly what I have. Ride and drive is great! I did a little photoshopping and did away with some of the side trim/handles, etc. It's not what it has, but the truck has a 2.5/4.0 drop and is riding on 245-60's up front and 275-60's in the rear, all on Wheel Vintiques 15-inch rallye wheels. Front are 8-inches wide, while rears are 10-inches wide.

weasel29gm · 12-07-2007, 08:24 PM

Cliffs right on the drop, moderate and not to costly. And the right look!!

**Boog** · 12-07-2007, 08:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by elektrik

Hey guys-the 69 is back from the mechanic (after being gone for 2 months) and I'm happy as a clam working on all the "little" things to bring joy to my DD, however, I got a question for you all...

I have 15" rims on the truck now, which makes the truck look...well....dumb. I'm trying to figure out if I should lower the truck a little to not make it look so high or get bigger rims/tires.....

What do you all think?

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It sits up like a 4wd. Putting larger diameter wheels n tires on that would really make it look dumb. You've got to lower it.

streetstar · 12-07-2007, 09:10 PM

lower it and score some 6 lug rally wheels and some 60 series tires to replace the wagons -- or shoot the moon and get some 18's and o-ring tires (i'd do the rallyes if i was on a budget, as you can find sets for 100-200 bucks and 15" tires are cheap, if i wanted to spend more , i'd follow the herd and get some 18" 6 lug Torq Thrust ST's with 245/55 tires)

but its your truck you decide

1sik7t2 · 12-07-2007, 09:16 PM

lower it AND get bigger wheels

ossman99 · 12-08-2007, 12:08 AM

DROP IT! i lowered my 71 short box 4/6 using a kit i got from brothers trucks it came with shocks,springs and front and rear sway bars. not only did it give my truck one hell of an attitude adjustment the truck handles awsome! the whole job took about 4 hours but we did have a lift and a good welder to mount the sway bars.

**SactoJim** · 12-08-2007, 12:47 AM

Here ya go....pick one.

My guess is most prefer the second pic.

72BlckButy · 12-08-2007, 08:19 AM

Get that thing in the weeds!

c10crazy · 12-08-2007, 08:25 AM

Lower it!

jorgensensc · 12-08-2007, 09:17 AM

It's not the 15" wheels that look "dumb", it's the too small tires. Those tires sure seem little for those wheel wells.
Shawn

cstm68 · 12-08-2007, 11:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1sik7t2

lower it AND get bigger wheels

SLAM it and get 18s

cstm68 · 12-08-2007, 11:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1sik7t2

lower it AND get bigger wheels

SLAM it and get 18s

wibilly · 12-08-2007, 12:09 PM

my truck used to look all jacked up too i put some tall tires on it to fill the wheel wells and it looks much better. i have never cared for the looks of lowered trucks[mostly for lose of function] but i can't argue these trucks look awsome dropped. mine will be droped probaly 2/4 when she gets her turn in my shop

crm318 · 12-08-2007, 01:01 PM

i say keep the 15s and slap on a set of 275/60/15 tires. it worked for me.

12-07-2007, 07:06 PM	#1
elektrik Foolish Mortal Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Livermore, CA Posts: 243	to lower or not to lower... Hey guys-the 69 is back from the mechanic (after being gone for 2 months) and I'm happy as a clam working on all the "little" things to bring joy to my DD, however, I got a question for you all... I have 15" rims on the truck now, which makes the truck look...well....dumb. I'm trying to figure out if I should lower the truck a little to not make it look so high or get bigger rims/tires..... What do you all think?

12-07-2007, 07:10 PM	#2
68 P.O.S. Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Puyallup, WA Posts: 1,662	Re: to lower or not to lower... What type of look are you trying to achieve? Do you plan on going with bigger rims? I personally like the look of our trucks lowered so I say lower it. You don't have to go too extreme, go with what you're comfortable with. __________________ 72 C10 lwb fleetside -stock 350/350 combo

12-07-2007, 07:11 PM	#3
Big Block Big Block Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Durham, N.C. Posts: 1,649	Re: to lower or not to lower... Drop it!

12-07-2007, 07:25 PM	#5
Shane Account Suspended Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: over yonder Posts: 14,270	Re: to lower or not to lower... Everything looks better lowered.

12-07-2007, 07:28 PM	#6
Mondo Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Bakersfield, Ca Posts: 538	Re: to lower or not to lower... nice truck, go 4/6 and you won't have to C-notch the frame etc... all bolt on/replacement parts; basically spindles/discs (if you have front drums) & springs. You'll still have a nice comfortable ride but will be limited in cargo weight unless you go with airbags in the rear (much more $$$ than a set of springs). my two cents anyway...

12-07-2007, 07:30 PM	#7
SactoJim Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 1,970	Re: to lower or not to lower... Lower it.......or put some big ole balloon tires on it to fill up that "tire to fender" gap! __________________ 72 Cheyenne SWB Fleet Nut & bolt frame off in progress...99.9999% - supercharged 383 - 4 wheel discs - relocated fuel tank - My Build Thread

12-07-2007, 07:46 PM	#9
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: to lower or not to lower... i like a moderate drop 21/2spindles with 4"rear coils big and little tires to get the hotrod type look and it actually improves the way the truck looks and handles a lot better to if you include the front and rear sway bars __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

12-07-2007, 08:00 PM	#10
BigDaddyDave RIP BigDaddyDave ~7-23-09~ You will be missed~ Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Concord NC Posts: 1,361	Re: to lower or not to lower... That is a sweet ride dude! I like the 15" wheels and tires, and yes, it would look even better lowered some. __________________ BigDaddyDave's Truck: http://www.flickr.com/photos/daves71chevy/ \| See it in Action!

12-07-2007, 08:09 PM	#11
clemson71guy Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: north carolina Posts: 470	Re: to lower or not to lower... lower it

12-07-2007, 08:24 PM	#13
weasel29gm SLOW BUT SURE,BUT CLOSER Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: eleanor wv usa Posts: 3,096	Re: to lower or not to lower... Cliffs right on the drop, moderate and not to costly. And the right look!! __________________ 69 C-10, OWNED 38YRS... 350 over 30, 350 Turbo, 3:73 Posi P/S, P/B Black with red and black int. ''LOVE THESE OLD ''TRUCKS.......

12-07-2007, 09:10 PM	#15
streetstar Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: Moore, Oklahoma Posts: 2,396	Re: to lower or not to lower... lower it and score some 6 lug rally wheels and some 60 series tires to replace the wagons -- or shoot the moon and get some 18's and o-ring tires (i'd do the rallyes if i was on a budget, as you can find sets for 100-200 bucks and 15" tires are cheap, if i wanted to spend more , i'd follow the herd and get some 18" 6 lug Torq Thrust ST's with 245/55 tires) but its your truck you decide Last edited by streetstar; 12-07-2007 at 09:12 PM.

12-07-2007, 09:16 PM	#16
1sik7t2 dave Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: el cajon Posts: 558	Re: to lower or not to lower... lower it AND get bigger wheels __________________ check out my build "DIRTY BURB"

12-08-2007, 12:08 AM	#17
ossman99 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: dunkirk new york Posts: 12	Re: to lower or not to lower... DROP IT! i lowered my 71 short box 4/6 using a kit i got from brothers trucks it came with shocks,springs and front and rear sway bars. not only did it give my truck one hell of an attitude adjustment the truck handles awsome! the whole job took about 4 hours but we did have a lift and a good welder to mount the sway bars.

12-08-2007, 12:47 AM	#18
SactoJim Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 1,970	Re: to lower or not to lower... Here ya go....pick one. My guess is most prefer the second pic. Attached Images __________________ 72 Cheyenne SWB Fleet Nut & bolt frame off in progress...99.9999% - supercharged 383 - 4 wheel discs - relocated fuel tank - My Build Thread

12-08-2007, 08:19 AM	#19
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: to lower or not to lower... Get that thing in the weeds! __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)



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12-08-2007, 08:25 AM	#20
c10crazy Like a Rock! Join Date: May 2002 Location: USA Posts: 1,092	Re: to lower or not to lower... Lower it! __________________ 69 LWB Runs great - work in progress Mess with me and you mess with the whole trailer park!

12-08-2007, 09:17 AM	#21
jorgensensc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Cypress, Tx Posts: 4,005	Re: to lower or not to lower... It's not the 15" wheels that look "dumb", it's the too small tires. Those tires sure seem little for those wheel wells. Shawn __________________ 1972 C20 Suburban- Big Blue Betty '56 Chevy Bel Air Sedan- Frame up Restoration -What would you attempt to achieve if you knew you could not fail?- -I Refuse To Tiptoe Through Life, Only To Arrive Safely At Death's Door- R.I.P. EAST SIDE LOW LIFE

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wibilly Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: northwestern wi Posts: 2,111	Re: to lower or not to lower... my truck used to look all jacked up too i put some tall tires on it to fill the wheel wells and it looks much better. i have never cared for the looks of lowered trucks[mostly for lose of function] but i can't argue these trucks look awsome dropped. mine will be droped probaly 2/4 when she gets her turn in my shop __________________ common sense isn't so common anymore

12-08-2007, 01:01 PM	#25
crm318 Alright Alright Alright Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Midland, Texas Posts: 1,672	Re: to lower or not to lower... i say keep the 15s and slap on a set of 275/60/15 tires. it worked for me. __________________ 1972 Cheyenne Chevrolet red and white 357ci, Vortec heads, GM Performance high rise intake, Comp 268H .454/.454 218/218 110 LSA Quadrajet carb, Flowtech headers, 2.25 40 series HEI, Curve kit, TH 350, 3.07 gears 275/60/15s on 15x8 rallies

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