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ozman3803 · 09-12-2010, 09:00 PM

Having trouble finding pics and specs. So links, pics or any help would be appreciated. Ok, here is my ideal set up. 70 c10 with the 73+ front crossmember. 5/7 static drop with 3" belltech spindles and 2" drop spring. Rear with c-notch and would be 5" spring with 2" block. I'd like 17/18 coy's staggered. Any preference on backspacing and tire size? Would like the wheels to tuck wheel wells or at least come close. Am i going to run into turning or alignment issue? How is handling and ride quality? Thanks for the help everyone.
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ozman3803 · 09-13-2010, 06:06 PM

Bump for some help
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ozman3803 · 09-15-2010, 03:58 PM

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tubbedII · 09-15-2010, 04:17 PM

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Originally Posted by ozman3803

Having trouble finding pics and specs. So links, pics or any help would be appreciated. Ok, here is my ideal set up. 70 c10 with the 73+ front crossmember. 5/7 static drop with 3" belltech spindles and 2" drop spring. Rear with c-notch and would be 5" spring with 2" block. I'd like 17/18 coy's staggered. Any preference on backspacing and tire size? Would like the wheels to tuck wheel wells or at least come close. Am i going to run into turning or alignment issue? How is handling and ride quality? Thanks for the help everyone.
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I've only read a lot of posts about this...so this is just from what I've heard:
-You don't need the 73+ x-mbr...just swap the bjs in your control arms for 73+ bjs and get the 3" drop spindles/springs for the front end 5" drop.
-You got it right for the 7" drop in the rear.
-Tire size is a matter of your preference...pick what you like best
-Backspacing could be different on each ride, so it's best to measure to see what fits (after you drop it)
-Turning shouldn't be a problem with 17/18's unless you get a really big tires
-Get an alignment when done (with new tie rods most will say)
-I have a 4/6 on my blazer...it rides decent

hotrodhomi · 09-15-2010, 05:37 PM

if you are going that low, why not bag it? it will help when you need more clearance.

ozman3803 · 10-09-2010, 10:01 PM

Well it's been awhile and still no pics. Thanks for the input everyone that has post. I really considered baggin it but for now I want to do a static drop primarly due to budget and I just want to drive it. Don't have an extra 2000 laying around for my ideal bag set up. Well I ended up getting the 77 crossmember disassembled and hopefully send the frame in for sandblasting soon! Thanks again, pics would be great.

TonyC66 · 10-09-2010, 11:31 PM

Not sure if this helps:

7in drop in the rear with a c-notch, 5 in coil and 2 in block
3 1/2 in the front, 2 1/2 spindle and 1 in coil.

The rear tucks a bit and the front fender meets the tire in the front. I would like the front an inch lower, but this way I am able to drive it with no issues. It is my daily driver, so i have to keep it this way.

stefan · 10-10-2010, 01:31 AM

that is one nice truck.

ozman3803 · 10-10-2010, 05:55 PM

Nice ride tony and thanks for the picture. Nice stance, would there be rubbing issues you think with an additional inch in front?
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chuckmc8 · 10-10-2010, 08:29 PM

Mine has 5" drop springs in the rear, drop spindles and 1 coil off the front springs, no C notch and no rubbing issues, drives and rides good

TonyC66 · 10-10-2010, 08:50 PM

Thanks for the compliments,

ozman,

I think you should be ok going down another inch with 18s, as for me it might rub since i have 20s up front. I would love to try it, but don't want to risk it since its my driver.

ozman3803 · 10-10-2010, 10:04 PM

Nice lookin stance to chuck. You running 15 in wheels on that. Awesome color choice to man.
Hey tony, I might have to consider 20's (coys c5's?) after seeing your ride. What backspace did you go with on front and rear. Also tire specs would be great to. Appreciate the help that's coming through guys!
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TonyC66 · 10-10-2010, 10:10 PM

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Nice lookin stance to chuck. You running 15 in wheels on that. Awesome color choice to man.
Hey tony, I might have to consider 20's (coys c5's?) after seeing your ride. What backspace did you go with on front and rear. Also tire specs would be great to. Appreciate the help that's coming through guys!
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They are actually American Racing TTII's. I went with 4 3/4 bs all around, that might work for you in the front depending on your brake setup, but wouldn't in the rear since your year truck has a longer rear end. I would reccommend you measure for your bs before you order wheels. I must have measured 3 times before i ordered mine. Tire sizes are 245/40 and 295/40.

denny5625 · 10-10-2010, 10:52 PM

I have 15 x 10's on the rear with 5" BS and 295/50-15 tires and the tuck pretty well. If you go with a narrower tire you should have plenty of room.

**lolife99** · 10-10-2010, 11:12 PM

5.5"/7.5" drop.

72BlckButy · 10-10-2010, 11:14 PM

4.5/6" (not quite a 5/7) running 20x8's and 20x10's:

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bucktruck68 · 09-23-2019, 09:18 AM

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5.5"/7.5" drop.

Any issues with the drive shaft? Did you have to adjust the rear axle angle?

**lolife99** · 09-23-2019, 11:36 AM

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Any issues with the drive shaft? Did you have to adjust the rear axle angle?

No.
The truck now belongs to member "n2billet" and has a 2" lowering block. for a 5.5"/8" drop.

bucktruck68 · 09-23-2019, 12:56 PM

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No.
The truck now belongs to member "n2billet" and has a 2" lowering block. for a 5.5"/8" drop.

Thanks

Andy4639 · 09-23-2019, 07:33 PM

My 71 static drop with 2" springs up front 4" springs out back. I have air lift air bags in all 4 of them for a better ride.

1972 C10 · 09-24-2019, 11:34 AM

I put in Air-Lift bags in rear many years ago. Now 1 needs replacing and Air-Lift is no help. Do you happen to have part number for rear bags? I probably need to mention, this is stock height, bags were to support load.

THANX

Andy4639 · 09-24-2019, 07:26 PM

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I put in Air-Lift bags in rear many years ago. Now 1 needs replacing and Air-Lift is no help. Do you happen to have part number for rear bags? I probably need to mention, this is stock height, bags were to support load.

THANX

Read my signature it's in it.

1972 C10 · 09-24-2019, 08:12 PM

THANX, I'll check it out w/only one number I thought that was for a kit, front & Rear.

Andy4639 · 09-24-2019, 09:35 PM

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THANX, I'll check it out w/only one number I thought that was for a kit, front & Rear.

No it's just for the back. I added the fronts after this.

Here is a link for more.

https://www.sdtrucksprings.com/index...&keyword=81560

1972 C10 · 09-24-2019, 10:11 PM

Thanks again, info has gotten me closer but I need to measure to be sure. Airlift wanted exact measurements from me. I was afraid w/o removing bad bag & spring, measuring used bag w/grooves from spring, I would end up w/the wrong bag. This leads me to measurements of available bags to find the right ones. I thought w/the popularity of these trucks and air lifts involvement in converting to air suspensions, that they might have revived their old applications list. I bought mine over 20 years ago by application. I will admit to being old and getting somewhat lazier.lol

09-12-2010, 09:00 PM	#1
ozman3803 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Lincoln, NE Posts: 125	static drop pics and help please Having trouble finding pics and specs. So links, pics or any help would be appreciated. Ok, here is my ideal set up. 70 c10 with the 73+ front crossmember. 5/7 static drop with 3" belltech spindles and 2" drop spring. Rear with c-notch and would be 5" spring with 2" block. I'd like 17/18 coy's staggered. Any preference on backspacing and tire size? Would like the wheels to tuck wheel wells or at least come close. Am i going to run into turning or alignment issue? How is handling and ride quality? Thanks for the help everyone. Posted via Mobile Device Last edited by ozman3803; 09-12-2010 at 09:02 PM.

09-13-2010, 06:06 PM	#2
ozman3803 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Lincoln, NE Posts: 125	Re: static drop pics and help please Bump for some help Posted via Mobile Device

09-15-2010, 03:58 PM	#3
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09-15-2010, 05:37 PM	#5
hotrodhomi Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Sacramento Posts: 3,737	Re: static drop pics and help please if you are going that low, why not bag it? it will help when you need more clearance. __________________ '72 2wd blazer, bagged w/ watts link & EDC '72 C10 "Lowered Farm Truck" STOLEN 5-18-11 '66 impala ht

10-09-2010, 10:01 PM	#6
ozman3803 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Lincoln, NE Posts: 125	Re: static drop pics and help please Well it's been awhile and still no pics. Thanks for the input everyone that has post. I really considered baggin it but for now I want to do a static drop primarly due to budget and I just want to drive it. Don't have an extra 2000 laying around for my ideal bag set up. Well I ended up getting the 77 crossmember disassembled and hopefully send the frame in for sandblasting soon! Thanks again, pics would be great.

10-09-2010, 11:31 PM	#7
TonyC66 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Ontario, CA Posts: 110	Re: static drop pics and help please Not sure if this helps: 7in drop in the rear with a c-notch, 5 in coil and 2 in block 3 1/2 in the front, 2 1/2 spindle and 1 in coil. The rear tucks a bit and the front fender meets the tire in the front. I would like the front an inch lower, but this way I am able to drive it with no issues. It is my daily driver, so i have to keep it this way. Attached Images

10-10-2010, 01:31 AM	#8
stefan New Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: texas Posts: 118	Re: static drop pics and help please that is one nice truck.

10-10-2010, 05:55 PM	#9
ozman3803 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Lincoln, NE Posts: 125	Re: static drop pics and help please Nice ride tony and thanks for the picture. Nice stance, would there be rubbing issues you think with an additional inch in front? Posted via Mobile Device

10-10-2010, 08:29 PM	#10
chuckmc8 It's alsways something..... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Douglasville GA Posts: 1,171	Re: static drop pics and help please Mine has 5" drop springs in the rear, drop spindles and 1 coil off the front springs, no C notch and no rubbing issues, drives and rides good Attached Images __________________ 1968 RS Camaro 'Vert Matching number 327 and M21 Muncie 1968 C10 Black with red interior and orig paint. 5.3 / 4l60e,3:73 POSI 17" Torq Thrusts 1968 CST 514 Red with black interior. Buddy Buckets, Factory A/C, PS, PB- 20" AR custom shop TT, 5.3 and 4l60e

10-10-2010, 08:50 PM	#11
TonyC66 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Ontario, CA Posts: 110	Re: static drop pics and help please Thanks for the compliments, ozman, I think you should be ok going down another inch with 18s, as for me it might rub since i have 20s up front. I would love to try it, but don't want to risk it since its my driver.

10-10-2010, 10:04 PM	#12
ozman3803 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Lincoln, NE Posts: 125	Re: static drop pics and help please Nice lookin stance to chuck. You running 15 in wheels on that. Awesome color choice to man. Hey tony, I might have to consider 20's (coys c5's?) after seeing your ride. What backspace did you go with on front and rear. Also tire specs would be great to. Appreciate the help that's coming through guys! Posted via Mobile Device

10-10-2010, 10:52 PM	#14
denny5625 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Kennewick, WA Posts: 152	Re: static drop pics and help please I have 15 x 10's on the rear with 5" BS and 295/50-15 tires and the tuck pretty well. If you go with a narrower tire you should have plenty of room. Attached Images __________________ 66 el Camino 70 1/2 RS Z-28 71 C10 2wd 72 2 wd Blazer (2) 72 4 x 4 Blazers 88 24' Mirage 70 mph+ 08 Harley Night Train 08 Silverado 4d 4 x 4

10-10-2010, 11:12 PM	#15
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,701	Re: static drop pics and help please 5.5"/7.5" drop. Attached Images __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

10-10-2010, 11:14 PM	#16
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: static drop pics and help please 4.5/6" (not quite a 5/7) running 20x8's and 20x10's: __________________ -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)

09-23-2019, 07:33 PM	#20
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: static drop pics and help please My 71 static drop with 2" springs up front 4" springs out back. I have air lift air bags in all 4 of them for a better ride. Attached Images __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.



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09-24-2019, 11:34 AM	#21
1972 C10 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Amarillo, Texas Posts: 49	Re: static drop pics and help please I put in Air-Lift bags in rear many years ago. Now 1 needs replacing and Air-Lift is no help. Do you happen to have part number for rear bags? I probably need to mention, this is stock height, bags were to support load. THANX __________________ 64 Chevy Suburban/Carryall 4x4 72 C10 Highlander LWB 34 Chevy 5 wdo Street Rod 64 Corvette Roadster w/AC 78 TransAm WS6 78 GMC Jimmy 2WD Slammed SOLD! Last edited by 1972 C10; 09-24-2019 at 11:36 AM. Reason: Forgot to include info

09-24-2019, 08:12 PM	#23
1972 C10 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Amarillo, Texas Posts: 49	Re: static drop pics and help please THANX, I'll check it out w/only one number I thought that was for a kit, front & Rear. __________________ 64 Chevy Suburban/Carryall 4x4 72 C10 Highlander LWB 34 Chevy 5 wdo Street Rod 64 Corvette Roadster w/AC 78 TransAm WS6 78 GMC Jimmy 2WD Slammed SOLD!

09-24-2019, 10:11 PM	#25
1972 C10 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Amarillo, Texas Posts: 49	Re: static drop pics and help please Thanks again, info has gotten me closer but I need to measure to be sure. Airlift wanted exact measurements from me. I was afraid w/o removing bad bag & spring, measuring used bag w/grooves from spring, I would end up w/the wrong bag. This leads me to measurements of available bags to find the right ones. I thought w/the popularity of these trucks and air lifts involvement in converting to air suspensions, that they might have revived their old applications list. I bought mine over 20 years ago by application. I will admit to being old and getting somewhat lazier.lol __________________ 64 Chevy Suburban/Carryall 4x4 72 C10 Highlander LWB 34 Chevy 5 wdo Street Rod 64 Corvette Roadster w/AC 78 TransAm WS6 78 GMC Jimmy 2WD Slammed SOLD!

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