How much drop without changing spindles??

[tll74]

Trying to deside how much to drop my 72 C10 LWB. I want to lower it without killing the wallet. I want a touch of rake and full wheel house of tire. It is leaf in the rear. So...how much can I go on the front without drop spindles? The rear I planned to have the springs rearched. Any pics of trucks without drop spindles and known tire size would be great!! Or any suggestions?!
Thanks, Tom

[see ten]

Try this thread.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=143835

Since you've got leafs out back have you considered an axle flip? It can be done for practically nothing freeing up your cash for those drop spindles that you know you're going to want. You might also consider posting this in the suspension forum for a better response.

[mixermike]

72 lwb,2 1/2" drop spindles,2" drop coils....flip kit rear 5"
front 255/45/18 rear 295/40/20

[wibilly]

i'm gonna start with the spindels then see how much more drop i want

[72ChevyAZ]

Originally Posted by see ten

Try this thread.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=143835

Since you've got leafs out back have you considered an axle flip? It can be done for practically nothing freeing up your cash for those drop spindles that you know you're going to want. You might also consider posting this in the suspension forum for a better response.

Would you explain the "axle flip" more to me. I have also have a 72 LWB with the auxillary leaf in the rear. I am wanting a 3.5/5 when I do my drop. How much will the axle flip drop the rear?

Thanks and sorry, i am a noob at this.

[70GMCer]

I'd like to maybe do a flip kit also, but it is my understanding that you also have to install a C-Notch kit in the frame. I don't want to do that. A flip kit takes the leafs and puts them below the rear housing. Thus, making the rear go up inside further and lowering the rear of the truck down around 5 to 6 inches.