[GMCJOE]

I suggest on your drop using drop spindles in the front, and coils in the rear. I am not sure if you are running disc brakes or not, but if not is would be a good time to convert to them.

One of the main reason I recommend using spindles for lowering is because it keeps all your factory steering components in the same locations instead of changing the geometry of them. In other wards it keeps undo stress off the components allowing them to have a longer life. It also makes the alignment process easier, and tends to stay at proper alignment longer.

When I was in Vo-Tech I spent a lot of time on the alignment machine dealing with lifted and lowered vehicles. Our instructor always harped on the effects of doing things properly when lowering and try to stay at stock specs. With lifts, he told us there isn't much you can do other than ensure your components are in good shape and get an alignment every time the tires are rotated. And believe me, I aligned a dudes truck about every 2 months for my 2 years there, always needed tuned back in.

What I am really saying, spending a little more money in the beginning will save you money over time.