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f.monroe · 04-04-2008, 07:26 AM

Last night I installed the rear leaf springs on the tan 78 . I hope to get time this week or weekend to finish with the front spindles . I will post some pics but figured I would show how the fender sits over the rear tires now . This pic was last night and I swear that it settled a little because it looked lower tonight . Just in case someone is looking for a very nice set of Rallys and tires , I listed mine in the 67-72 parts section since they get many more views . Frank

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=286225

andresco50 · 04-04-2008, 07:31 AM

looks great

**N2TRUX** · 04-04-2008, 07:38 AM

Dantana · 04-04-2008, 10:56 AM

Looking good, what size tires?

f.monroe · 04-04-2008, 04:07 PM

275/60/18 on an 18x10 wheel .

bigblock73 · 04-04-2008, 04:25 PM

Looks great Frank!! Can't wait to see the whole truck once the entire drop is installed.

72BlckButy · 04-04-2008, 04:26 PM

Looks like it's coming together.

Rooster's82 · 04-04-2008, 05:54 PM

looks great, i can't wait to get to that point in my project...people are still making fun of my chariot, once it gets painted i think that will stop.

knightlife · 04-07-2008, 11:44 AM

teh sexy it be...

84 400 · 04-07-2008, 09:48 PM

looks great!

**N2TRUX** · 04-17-2008, 03:27 PM

Weeeeell? Wheres the pics?

SBTork · 04-17-2008, 05:03 PM

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Originally Posted by N2TRUX

Weeeeell? Wheres the pics?

x2

**Captkaos** · 04-17-2008, 11:40 PM

tease!

tvblazer78 · 04-18-2008, 04:53 AM

lookin good

C-10volvo · 04-18-2008, 05:52 AM

HURRY

daman18 · 04-18-2008, 04:07 PM

what are the backspacing specs on your rear wheels and how much drop are you getting out of the back?

KMK454 · 04-18-2008, 07:08 PM

Frank, before I leave for Afghanistan this summer, we need to meet up with our trucks. Hell, I'll even drive out to you. I know you aren't that far from me...

84 400 · 04-18-2008, 09:49 PM

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Originally Posted by KMK454

Frank, before I leave for Afghanistan this summer, we need to meet up with our trucks. Hell, I'll even drive out to you. I know you aren't that far from me...

My truck is from Killeen TX ever see it?

KMK454 · 04-19-2008, 04:30 AM

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Originally Posted by 84 400

My truck is from Killeen TX ever see it?

Nope, is it in Killeen? Your profile says you're from New England!

84 400 · 04-19-2008, 05:24 AM

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Originally Posted by KMK454

Nope, is it in Killeen? Your profile says you're from New England!

Yeah it is not there now. I bought it of a guy who was stationed there in 2006.

sorry for hijacking

f.monroe · 04-21-2008, 07:44 PM

Sorry guys , The last two weeks have been a little hectic . Work has kept me away and when I am at home , I do not even turn on the computer . I am going to try to get something done on it today . I will update it if all goes well . Kurt , We do need to meet somewhere since I would like to see your truck in person . Any car shows you will be attending in the next months ? Frank

f.monroe · 04-22-2008, 12:50 AM

Here is a pic of stock height .

f.monroe · 04-22-2008, 12:53 AM

4 inch drop leaf springs on Rear .

f.monroe · 04-22-2008, 01:00 AM

Front 2.5 inch drop spindles with factory coil springs .
What do you think . I like the fact that the front tire to fender spacing and the rear tire to fender spacing is about the same . Frank

f.monroe · 04-22-2008, 01:14 AM

A couple more . Frank

04-04-2008, 07:26 AM	#1
f.monroe Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Caldwell,Tx. Posts: 3,648	Started installing the drop kit . Last night I installed the rear leaf springs on the tan 78 . I hope to get time this week or weekend to finish with the front spindles . I will post some pics but figured I would show how the fender sits over the rear tires now . This pic was last night and I swear that it settled a little because it looked lower tonight . Just in case someone is looking for a very nice set of Rallys and tires , I listed mine in the 67-72 parts section since they get many more views . Frank http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=286225 Attached Images __________________ Born and proudly residing in a Red State ! Last edited by f.monroe; 04-04-2008 at 07:55 AM.

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KMK454 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: USA Posts: 440	Re: Started installing the drop kit . Frank, before I leave for Afghanistan this summer, we need to meet up with our trucks. Hell, I'll even drive out to you. I know you aren't that far from me... __________________ Kurt Instagram: @kurtkphoto 1978 C10 Silverado 1991 Camaro B4C

04-21-2008, 07:44 PM	#21
f.monroe Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Caldwell,Tx. Posts: 3,648	Re: Started installing the drop kit . Sorry guys , The last two weeks have been a little hectic . Work has kept me away and when I am at home , I do not even turn on the computer . I am going to try to get something done on it today . I will update it if all goes well . Kurt , We do need to meet somewhere since I would like to see your truck in person . Any car shows you will be attending in the next months ? Frank __________________ Born and proudly residing in a Red State !

04-22-2008, 12:50 AM	#22
f.monroe Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Caldwell,Tx. Posts: 3,648	Re: Started installing the drop kit . Here is a pic of stock height . Attached Images __________________ Born and proudly residing in a Red State !

04-22-2008, 12:53 AM	#23
f.monroe Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Caldwell,Tx. Posts: 3,648	Re: Started installing the drop kit . 4 inch drop leaf springs on Rear . Attached Images __________________ Born and proudly residing in a Red State !

04-22-2008, 01:00 AM	#24
f.monroe Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Caldwell,Tx. Posts: 3,648	Re: Started installing the drop kit . Front 2.5 inch drop spindles with factory coil springs . What do you think . I like the fact that the front tire to fender spacing and the rear tire to fender spacing is about the same . Frank Attached Images __________________ Born and proudly residing in a Red State !

04-22-2008, 01:14 AM	#25
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