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Static dropped 71 help
Just picked up a 71 that's dropped 5.5/7. I want to replace the shocks. The front right is blown I believe so im just going to replace all the shocks while im at it. What shocks do you guys suggest to handle my drop?
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For the rears get you a set of stock front shocks. Thats what most manufactures sell anyways. Done it several times and the fit is perfect.
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My main concern are the fronts. My front right scrapes wheel well
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Sounds like you may no have any bump stops? Put some in and trim them a little
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I'm running 235/75/15's I'm just curious why only the right side scrapes. It scrapes with body roll around a curve
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When I curve to the left or hit a bump the right wheel scrapes wheel well
Pretty sure you have a 5.5/7 drop because my truck has the same stance Posted via Mobile Device |
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Well these are some things i can think of that it could be.
1. A sagging spring on that side,maybe it is getting weak. 2. Weak shock 3. Cab mounts,core mounts wore or cab suppurts in bad shape causing the whole body to sag a little on that side 4. Body not square on frame therfore your clearance is less on that side. 5. Bump stops would be it if it only happened during bumps it should not be riding on stops going around a corner. You could try a front bar to limit body roll! Meaure your clearance on both sides and see if other wore or sagging parts could be the culprit Posted via Mobile Device |
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thanks! i will try the shock and bump stop first
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here is my current stance
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That looks VERY low. I have 2.5 spindles and 1" drop springs on my 71 and still have a couple of inches of space with 20s on 45 series tires (close to stock overall diameter). I am thinking of going 2" springs to get closer to what my rear is with flip kit and new 5/1 leaf pack. I think your springs are sagging or cut. I used stock front sized Monroe Sensa-Tracs all around and love the ride.
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i think i have 2.5 spindles with 3" springs but im not sure.
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