[N2TRUX]

WOW! There sure are a LOT of opinions on how to do things correctly. This thread is full of so much incorrect information, I don't know where to begin to clear it up.

First, let talk about the OP that states he used 2.5" spindles, but somehow his front is 5" lower with stock springs. How did you come to that figure? The best way to lower the front is 2.5 or 3" spindles because they have no impact on the ride.

From there, a stock coil can be cut (not heated) or a lowering spring can be used to get the desired drop needed.

On the rear of a "leaf spring" suspension, start with a shackle. If you need more use a hanger kit, or raise the stock hanger. A flip kit is the next step, and should include shock extenders. If you did a flip kit and got "unbearable ride, stiff as a rock" you did it wrong.

If you really don't want to go with a flip kit, and want to remove leaves from the spring pack, start from the bottom and work up. The short overload spring is good for 3/8 to 1/2 drop depending on its thickness. You really should leave the top three leaf's in unless you are going to run bags.

And last but not least, please DO NOT buy from airbagit.com/AIM/Chassis Tech until you Google these names. They have a huge reputation for horrendous customer service.