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Old 06-07-2012, 10:12 PM   #1
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djm drop spindle

1985 chevy silverado new member i installed 2.5" drop spindle and 3" spring now i feel truck jerk after i turn either way any help thanks
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Old 06-08-2012, 01:15 AM   #2
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did you take the truck in for a alignment after this work done? my guess its WAY off..
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Old 06-08-2012, 03:04 AM   #3
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3" spring humm
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Old 06-08-2012, 08:40 AM   #4
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Yep, its the alignment. The tires are fighting each other for traction.
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Old 06-08-2012, 08:54 AM   #5
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Re: djm drop spindle

also check that the rim is not touching the control arm when you turn ...this is a common issue with drop spindles and alloy wheels
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Old 06-08-2012, 12:05 PM   #6
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thanks for the help everyone ill take it in today to get that fixed
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Old 06-08-2012, 02:27 PM   #7
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Re: djm drop spindle

Mine did the same thing till i adjusted the toe with a tape measure so i could get it to the alignment shop.
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Old 06-08-2012, 03:39 PM   #8
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Re: djm drop spindle

Have any pics of the truck?
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Old 06-08-2012, 09:24 PM   #9
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ok it happens only when i take sharp turn. it starts to vibrate alot like the tires are loose stops after a while from the front end its more of a vibration than a jerk
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Old 06-08-2012, 09:33 PM   #10
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how do i post the pics
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Old 06-08-2012, 09:37 PM   #11
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Old 06-08-2012, 09:38 PM   #12
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before the spindle installed
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Old 06-09-2012, 12:43 AM   #13
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Rims or tires rubbing the lower control arm
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