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SkylineNXS · 01-24-2008, 04:01 AM

Hey guys. My dads got a 2000 GMC Sierra EXT cab 4x4 that i drove through my last 2 years of highschool. Its got the torsion bar setup in the front and i was wondering if anyone knew if it was possible to drop the front and how far? I think ive found spindles that are supposed to work that are 2 inches and then LMC has torsion keys that are adjustable (1" - 2"), but they say their for the suv's, and i wasnt sure if these would work? For the back i would just do blocks and shackles or a flip kit or something...thanks, sorry for the long post...how bout a coulpe pics...one of as is, one of maybe...?...

BRAD

**N2TRUX** · 01-24-2008, 02:03 PM

Nice truck. Sounds like you need to convert it to 2wd and go from there.

Who's truck is for sale in the background?

72BlckButy · 01-25-2008, 04:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by N2TRUX

Nice truck. Sounds like you need to convert it to 2wd and go from there.

Who's truck is for sale in the background?

This truck would look sweet though if it was brought closer to the pavement..

Pyrotechnic · 01-25-2008, 05:47 AM

Or...you can get the AWD transfer case out of a SS, Denali, Escalade, etc...and convert to AWD. That'll shut anyone up who wants to criticize you for lowering a 4x4. Don't forget to remove the Z71 sticker.

red02chevy · 01-24-2008, 03:38 PM

How low are you wanting to go?

Up front you can do spindles and/or drop keys. Both will get you about 2" each.

For the rear you can get a flip kit, shackles, hangers, or drop leafs. I'd start out with removing the block and then go from there. After you remove the block and you decide that isn't low enough make sure that you install a bolt in notch on 5 or more inches of drop. If not it wont be a very good ride.....

If you need any more help PM me or post up here

SkylineNXS · 01-25-2008, 08:24 AM

The truck in the background is mine, the main reason we use the 4 wheel drive isnt necessarily for offroading but really just to get through conditions a 2wd wont, like snow. My parents own a small piece of land in wisconsin and to get to it there is a rather steep windy gravel road, nad in the winter, 2wd just doesnt do it, that and doin some sweet doughnuts in the highschool parking lot. Really i would just wanna o for like a 3-5 drop or maybe a little less, i just dont really like the way the fenders are so far above the tires, im sure somebody knows what im talkin about. Of course this isnt my truck, but i might somehow cut a deal with em and sometime make it mine, but for then i suppose...thanks guys...

BRAD

kszygc · 01-25-2008, 10:22 AM

The problem that I see is the compression stops in the front end. I read that one of the reason that lifted chevy's with the torsion bar suspension ride all screwy is that they lift the suspension up off the compresson stops. GM engineered them into the spring system. They are not just bumpstops. They add to the spring rate of the front end torsion bars. Take a look at the front end at normal ride height. The compression stop are touching the lower a-arm, aren't they? It might be fine if you pull them out, then measure the opening and cut off a portion of the stop. I'm not sure if this would cause problems or not.

One of the lift companies, either Superlift or Skyjacker include spacer washers to maintain contact with the stop and lower a-arm.

I bet it would pretty tough sitting down low. What size tire are you running? My 99 Z71 has 285/75/16's and they don't have a lot of fenderwell space, although much more than the second image you have. they just kinda touch a little bit at the back side of the well at full lock.

SkylineNXS · 01-25-2008, 02:05 PM

Yea i was wondering about those "bumpstops", but never figured out how it really worked. I guess now i know, and yes they do touch at ride hight, and i see the dilema. Im not quite sure what size tires they are, sorry, im 3.5 hrs from the truck right now, sadly, so i cant really check it out...thanks...

BRAD

67ChevyRedneck · 01-26-2008, 03:46 AM

You probably won't be able to get it anywhere near as low as the second pic, but these may help:

http://www.gm-trucks.com/forums/inde...opic=45491&hl=

http://www.gm-trucks.com/forums/inde...opic=56687&hl=

SkylineNXS · 01-26-2008, 06:00 AM

yea i kno, im not plannin that low, just 4 fun...thanks for the links

BRAD

kszygc · 01-26-2008, 09:45 AM

I knew that I shouldn't have looked at those links. Now I want to drop my Z71!

But my driveway entrance may disagree with me.

Joe67 · 02-07-2008, 10:54 PM

No need to convert it to 2wd, not sure where that comes from.

There are kits out there for 4x4 trucks, let me dig up a few links.

Joe67 · 02-07-2008, 10:58 PM

Here are a few from FSC.com - they have a forum dedicated to this

http://www.fullsizechevy.com/forums/...-6-8-drop.html

http://www.fullsizechevy.com/forums/...x4-7-drop.html

01-24-2008, 04:01 AM	#1
SkylineNXS Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Elgin, IL Posts: 658	2000 GMC Sierra 1500 4x4 drop? Hey guys. My dads got a 2000 GMC Sierra EXT cab 4x4 that i drove through my last 2 years of highschool. Its got the torsion bar setup in the front and i was wondering if anyone knew if it was possible to drop the front and how far? I think ive found spindles that are supposed to work that are 2 inches and then LMC has torsion keys that are adjustable (1" - 2"), but they say their for the suv's, and i wasnt sure if these would work? For the back i would just do blocks and shackles or a flip kit or something...thanks, sorry for the long post...how bout a coulpe pics...one of as is, one of maybe...?... BRAD Attached Images __________________ 2000 GMC Sierra EXT Cab Short 4x4, finally mine... 1966 C10 SWB Fleet, 250 I6, three on the tree.... Previously Owned.... 1987 Chevy R10 "Silverado" (at least the badges were) Short Step 350 700r4.... 1972 Chevy LWB Fleet 350/350 EXTENDED CAB ALL THE WAY! .._..~...-...._...____ .._..-...______\|_\|__\____ ..-..~.\|_(O)__\|_\|__\|_(O)]

01-24-2008, 02:03 PM	#2
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: 2000 GMC Sierra 1500 4x4 drop? Nice truck. Sounds like you need to convert it to 2wd and go from there. Who's truck is for sale in the background? __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

01-25-2008, 05:47 AM	#4
Pyrotechnic Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 3,930	Re: 2000 GMC Sierra 1500 4x4 drop? Or...you can get the AWD transfer case out of a SS, Denali, Escalade, etc...and convert to AWD. That'll shut anyone up who wants to criticize you for lowering a 4x4. Don't forget to remove the Z71 sticker.

01-24-2008, 03:38 PM	#5
red02chevy Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: TX Posts: 499	Re: 2000 GMC Sierra 1500 4x4 drop? How low are you wanting to go? Up front you can do spindles and/or drop keys. Both will get you about 2" each. For the rear you can get a flip kit, shackles, hangers, or drop leafs. I'd start out with removing the block and then go from there. After you remove the block and you decide that isn't low enough make sure that you install a bolt in notch on 5 or more inches of drop. If not it wont be a very good ride..... If you need any more help PM me or post up here __________________

01-25-2008, 08:24 AM	#6
SkylineNXS Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Elgin, IL Posts: 658	Re: 2000 GMC Sierra 1500 4x4 drop? The truck in the background is mine, the main reason we use the 4 wheel drive isnt necessarily for offroading but really just to get through conditions a 2wd wont, like snow. My parents own a small piece of land in wisconsin and to get to it there is a rather steep windy gravel road, nad in the winter, 2wd just doesnt do it, that and doin some sweet doughnuts in the highschool parking lot. Really i would just wanna o for like a 3-5 drop or maybe a little less, i just dont really like the way the fenders are so far above the tires, im sure somebody knows what im talkin about. Of course this isnt my truck, but i might somehow cut a deal with em and sometime make it mine, but for then i suppose...thanks guys... BRAD __________________ 2000 GMC Sierra EXT Cab Short 4x4, finally mine... 1966 C10 SWB Fleet, 250 I6, three on the tree.... Previously Owned.... 1987 Chevy R10 "Silverado" (at least the badges were) Short Step 350 700r4.... 1972 Chevy LWB Fleet 350/350 EXTENDED CAB ALL THE WAY! .._..~...-...._...____ .._..-...______\|_\|__\____ ..-..~.\|_(O)__\|_\|__\|_(O)] Last edited by Joe67; 02-07-2008 at 10:59 PM.

01-25-2008, 10:22 AM	#7
kszygc Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Tx Posts: 81	Re: 2000 GMC Sierra 1500 4x4 drop? The problem that I see is the compression stops in the front end. I read that one of the reason that lifted chevy's with the torsion bar suspension ride all screwy is that they lift the suspension up off the compresson stops. GM engineered them into the spring system. They are not just bumpstops. They add to the spring rate of the front end torsion bars. Take a look at the front end at normal ride height. The compression stop are touching the lower a-arm, aren't they? It might be fine if you pull them out, then measure the opening and cut off a portion of the stop. I'm not sure if this would cause problems or not. One of the lift companies, either Superlift or Skyjacker include spacer washers to maintain contact with the stop and lower a-arm. I bet it would pretty tough sitting down low. What size tire are you running? My 99 Z71 has 285/75/16's and they don't have a lot of fenderwell space, although much more than the second image you have. they just kinda touch a little bit at the back side of the well at full lock. Last edited by kszygc; 01-25-2008 at 10:26 AM.

01-25-2008, 02:05 PM	#8
SkylineNXS Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Elgin, IL Posts: 658	Re: 2000 GMC Sierra 1500 4x4 drop? Yea i was wondering about those "bumpstops", but never figured out how it really worked. I guess now i know, and yes they do touch at ride hight, and i see the dilema. Im not quite sure what size tires they are, sorry, im 3.5 hrs from the truck right now, sadly, so i cant really check it out...thanks... BRAD __________________ 2000 GMC Sierra EXT Cab Short 4x4, finally mine... 1966 C10 SWB Fleet, 250 I6, three on the tree.... Previously Owned.... 1987 Chevy R10 "Silverado" (at least the badges were) Short Step 350 700r4.... 1972 Chevy LWB Fleet 350/350 EXTENDED CAB ALL THE WAY! .._..~...-...._...____ .._..-...______\|_\|__\____ ..-..~.\|_(O)__\|_\|__\|_(O)]

01-26-2008, 03:46 AM	#9
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	Re: 2000 GMC Sierra 1500 4x4 drop? You probably won't be able to get it anywhere near as low as the second pic, but these may help: http://www.gm-trucks.com/forums/inde...opic=45491&hl= http://www.gm-trucks.com/forums/inde...opic=56687&hl= __________________ Jesse James 1967 C10 SWB Stepside: 350/700R4/3.73 1965 Ford Mustang: 289/T5-5spd/3.25 Trac-Loc 1968 Pontiac Firebird: Project Fire Chicken! 2015 Silverado Double Cab 5.3L Z71 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0L 5spd 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Premium 2.0L Turbo 2011 Mustang V6 ~ Wife's ride American Born, Country by the Grace of God 1967 CST Shop Truck Rebuild! My 1967 C-10 Build Thread My Vintage Air A/C Install Project "On a Dime" Trying my hand at Home Renovation! 1965 Mustang Modifications!

01-26-2008, 06:00 AM	#10
SkylineNXS Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Elgin, IL Posts: 658	Re: 2000 GMC Sierra 1500 4x4 drop? yea i kno, im not plannin that low, just 4 fun...thanks for the links BRAD __________________ 2000 GMC Sierra EXT Cab Short 4x4, finally mine... 1966 C10 SWB Fleet, 250 I6, three on the tree.... Previously Owned.... 1987 Chevy R10 "Silverado" (at least the badges were) Short Step 350 700r4.... 1972 Chevy LWB Fleet 350/350 EXTENDED CAB ALL THE WAY! .._..~...-...._...____ .._..-...______\|_\|__\____ ..-..~.\|_(O)__\|_\|__\|_(O)] Last edited by SkylineNXS; 01-26-2008 at 06:15 AM.

01-26-2008, 09:45 AM	#11
kszygc Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Tx Posts: 81	Re: 2000 GMC Sierra 1500 4x4 drop? I knew that I shouldn't have looked at those links. Now I want to drop my Z71! But my driveway entrance may disagree with me.

02-07-2008, 10:54 PM	#12
Joe67 67 is sold Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Troy, Michigan Posts: 6,733	Re: 2000 GMC Sierra 1500 4x4 drop? No need to convert it to 2wd, not sure where that comes from. There are kits out there for 4x4 trucks, let me dig up a few links. __________________ Joe - Formerly 67c10step ------------------------------- 1967 Chevy Stepside - ECE 4/6, fuelcell, 5lug - SOLD gr8lakes - My ebay auctions Click here to order forum apparel :: Click here to become a subscribing member

02-07-2008, 10:58 PM	#13
Joe67 67 is sold Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Troy, Michigan Posts: 6,733	Re: 2000 GMC Sierra 1500 4x4 drop? Here are a few from FSC.com - they have a forum dedicated to this http://www.fullsizechevy.com/forums/...-6-8-drop.html http://www.fullsizechevy.com/forums/...x4-7-drop.html __________________ Joe - Formerly 67c10step ------------------------------- 1967 Chevy Stepside - ECE 4/6, fuelcell, 5lug - SOLD gr8lakes - My ebay auctions Click here to order forum apparel :: Click here to become a subscribing member



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