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69_C10 · 08-06-2009, 09:34 PM

Hey guys, I'm building my suspension and have a couple of quick questions...

1) I'm simply using the drop coild to give my C10 the stance I want. 5" in the back and 2 1/2 in the front. What size springs should I buy for the front?

2) What size shocks for the front and rear?

Thanks guys,
Have a great day!

oldblue1968chevy · 08-06-2009, 10:09 PM

i dont THINK you can get a 2.5" drop SPRING you can get a spindle....you could go 2" 5" or they MIGHT make a 3" front drop spring......get pics im interested in how much drop it give..(pic wise)

jbristo67 · 08-07-2009, 02:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by oldblue1968chevy

i dont THINK you can get a 2.5" drop SPRING you can get a spindle....you could go 2" 5" or they MIGHT make a 3" front drop spring......get pics im interested in how much drop it give..(pic wise)

I have 2.5 front springs they are western chassis from sport truck direct

Tx Firefighter · 08-07-2009, 06:23 AM

You can get three inch front springs. I always use the Summit brand springs, part number SUM-G727. When you get them and open the box, you will find they are Ground Force brand that Summit reboxes and sells as their own store brand.

69_C10 · 08-07-2009, 01:07 PM

[QUOTE=Tx Firefighter;3451603]You can get three inch front springs. I always use the Summit brand springs, part number SUM-G727. When you get them and open the box, you will find they are Ground Force brand that Summit reboxes and sells as their own store brand.[/QUOTE

Tx Firefighter, thats a good tip on the Summit Shocks. I'll be placing my order there for shocks. Thanks. Love the build thread

cdowns · 08-07-2009, 01:15 PM

you'll need shorter shocxcks in the rear plus a shock relocation kit and of coursae the adjustable panhard bar so you can center the rear end

72BlckButy · 08-07-2009, 01:40 PM

Look no further than Early Classic Enterprises (ECE), as they will have everything you will need.

Check out my build thread in my signature for the install of a 4.5/6" ECE drop kit.

One thing you will need to consider.... if you are wanting a 2.5" drop in the front and decide to use a spindle, you will need to upgrade to disc brakes. Don't worry though, as this is covered in my build thread as well.

Just click on Blank Slate, and let me know if you have any questions.

Also, once you get the kit on, you will always want to go lower.

ChevLoRay · 08-07-2009, 02:05 PM

If you get the dropped spindles from ECE, or just about any other supplier, you'll be doing a conversion to disc brakes. W/O doing that conversion, then lowering springs are your option. As far as ECE is concerned, you can get another inch of lowering by using their one-lower spring with their spindles, for a total of 3.5 inches. 5 inches in the rear will look good, too. You gotta watch going too low in the rear because of interference between the drive shaft and the crossmember that the rear trailing arms attach to. You can get another crossmember, and ECE has those, too.

72BlckButy · 08-07-2009, 02:11 PM

ChevLoRay is correct. I wouldn't go any lower than a 6" spring for a daily driver.

As far as the shocks, ECE offers a KYB gas shock which provides an excellent ride.

08-06-2009, 09:34 PM	#1
69_C10 Doing it my damn self..... Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Asheville, NC Posts: 82	Suspension question... Hey guys, I'm building my suspension and have a couple of quick questions... 1) I'm simply using the drop coild to give my C10 the stance I want. 5" in the back and 2 1/2 in the front. What size springs should I buy for the front? 2) What size shocks for the front and rear? Thanks guys, Have a great day! __________________ Mark... *Project 69 Stepside*...http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=290761 69 C10 Stepper - Current Build 94 Silverado - Driver 05 Hummer H2 - Unique Whip

08-06-2009, 10:09 PM	#2
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Suspension question... i dont THINK you can get a 2.5" drop SPRING you can get a spindle....you could go 2" 5" or they MIGHT make a 3" front drop spring......get pics im interested in how much drop it give..(pic wise) __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

08-07-2009, 06:23 AM	#4
Tx Firefighter Watch out for your cornhole ! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Azle, Texas Posts: 14,162	Re: Suspension question... You can get three inch front springs. I always use the Summit brand springs, part number SUM-G727. When you get them and open the box, you will find they are Ground Force brand that Summit reboxes and sells as their own store brand. __________________ I'm on the Instagram- @Gearhead_Kevin

08-07-2009, 01:07 PM	#5
69_C10 Doing it my damn self..... Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Asheville, NC Posts: 82	Re: Suspension question... [QUOTE=Tx Firefighter;3451603]You can get three inch front springs. I always use the Summit brand springs, part number SUM-G727. When you get them and open the box, you will find they are Ground Force brand that Summit reboxes and sells as their own store brand.[/QUOTE Tx Firefighter, thats a good tip on the Summit Shocks. I'll be placing my order there for shocks. Thanks. Love the build thread __________________ Mark... *Project 69 Stepside*...http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=290761 69 C10 Stepper - Current Build 94 Silverado - Driver 05 Hummer H2 - Unique Whip

08-07-2009, 01:15 PM	#6
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: Suspension question... you'll need shorter shocxcks in the rear plus a shock relocation kit and of coursae the adjustable panhard bar so you can center the rear end __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

08-07-2009, 01:40 PM	#7
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Suspension question... Look no further than Early Classic Enterprises (ECE), as they will have everything you will need. Check out my build thread in my signature for the install of a 4.5/6" ECE drop kit. One thing you will need to consider.... if you are wanting a 2.5" drop in the front and decide to use a spindle, you will need to upgrade to disc brakes. Don't worry though, as this is covered in my build thread as well. Just click on Blank Slate, and let me know if you have any questions. Also, once you get the kit on, you will always want to go lower. __________________ -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) Last edited by 72BlckButy; 08-07-2009 at 01:41 PM.

08-07-2009, 02:05 PM	#8
ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	Re: Suspension question... If you get the dropped spindles from ECE, or just about any other supplier, you'll be doing a conversion to disc brakes. W/O doing that conversion, then lowering springs are your option. As far as ECE is concerned, you can get another inch of lowering by using their one-lower spring with their spindles, for a total of 3.5 inches. 5 inches in the rear will look good, too. You gotta watch going too low in the rear because of interference between the drive shaft and the crossmember that the rear trailing arms attach to. You can get another crossmember, and ECE has those, too. __________________ Member Nr. 2770 '96 GMC Sportside; 4.3/SLT - Daily driven....constantly needs washed. '69 C-10 SWB; 350/TH400 - in limbo The older I get, the better I was.

08-07-2009, 02:11 PM	#9
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Suspension question... ChevLoRay is correct. I wouldn't go any lower than a 6" spring for a daily driver. As far as the shocks, ECE offers a KYB gas shock which provides an excellent ride. __________________ -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)

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