Who's done the DJM 5" rear flip kit install? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

superchevy · 06-03-2005, 08:41 AM

I just got the kit...not a lot to it. I've used BellTech flipkits before.
Any tips on this DJM install? Thanks, SC.

**Captkaos** · 06-03-2005, 09:57 AM

Shouldn't be any different for Belltech vs DJM

beaterC10 · 06-03-2005, 12:23 PM

Check for clearance with the DJM spring plates. I had to do some grinding on mine to the required clearance. I think the interference was with the shock on one side. I have had mine on about 18 months and I forget the exact point of interference.

loblazer · 06-03-2005, 12:30 PM

I insatlled one on my 1980 2WD Blazer. No problems at all. Also Belltech drop shocks and C notch by me.

Doug
TOTM Oct 2004

Izzy · 06-03-2005, 02:24 PM

I helped with an install using the stock spring plates and with a good titanium bit it was cake and was way cheaper than buying the deluxe kit.

jermasaurus · 06-03-2005, 06:41 PM

It says to take the bolt out of the center of the leaf springs and put it in reverse.... you dont have to do that. (At least not on mine, 85 C10) as long as the nut fits inside the hole on the bracket it is fine. -if you can make anything from that poor explanation
Like BeaterC10 said, You may not be able to get the nut on the bolt for the shock extender, being so close to the leaf springs.

Tom · 06-04-2005, 06:15 PM

I've only done the western chassie flip kit, very easy install. Just new plates and u-bolts as far as I remember...

chevyrestoguy · 06-05-2005, 12:56 PM

I bought a AIM kit about a year ago, and it was junk. The rear is flipped and the new spring plates are installed, but there is no physical way to install the shock bolt without removing the spring. I went on to another project, but will be back on it soon to either make it work or remove the kit and buy one that fits right. I've never had a problem with a Bell-Tech or Western kit, so I guess you get what you pay for.......
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06-03-2005, 08:41 AM	#1
superchevy Got big-block? Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 2,453	Who's done the DJM 5" rear flip kit install? I just got the kit...not a lot to it. I've used BellTech flipkits before. Any tips on this DJM install? Thanks, SC. __________________ '68 CST SWB factory 396/T400 buddy buckets, a/c, ps, pb '72 Corvette convertible 454/4spd/ac, ps, pb '73 GMC Sierra Grande short wide 454/T400 ps, pb, ac '77 K5 Blazer black on red, 350/T350/NP205 ps, pb, ac all original '78 GMC Sierra Classic short wide 454/T400 ps, pb, ac '72 GMC Sprint SP454. 1 of 38 built. '73 GMC Sprint SP454. 1 of 71 built. '75 GMC Sprint SP454. 1 of 25 built. SOLD! '72 GMC K25 4x4 468/4L80e/NP205 build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...23#post4324423 SOLD!'55 Chevy gasser 496/4spd build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...96#post4324396

06-03-2005, 09:57 AM	#2
Captkaos www.73-87chevytrucks.com Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 6,935	Shouldn't be any different for Belltech vs DJM __________________ Chris Lucas 1973 Chevy C-10 1978 GMC Jimmy (2WD) - SOLD 1987 R10 twin turbo LS 1991 R3500 SRW CrewCab 1985 K5 diesel swapped project 1989 K5 2WD conversion w/ Vette susp Project Captkaos Customs 73-87chevytrucks.com

06-04-2005, 06:15 PM	#7
Tom driving is in my blood Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Mesa AZ Posts: 5,748	I've only done the western chassie flip kit, very easy install. Just new plates and u-bolts as far as I remember... __________________ -78 c10 short/step: 388cid, M20, 5/5 drop, lots more. Playtoy and first vehicle. -98 c1500 x-cab: 5.7L, 17" rims, 5/6 drop, flowmaster, helper bags,NBS rear disk brakes. -02 Suburban 4x4: leveled front -CBR600F4i, CBR600RR, CBR1000RR, and standup skis DISCLAIMER: I cant spell for the life of me.

06-05-2005, 12:56 PM	#8
chevyrestoguy Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: apple valley, ca Posts: 2,670	I bought a AIM kit about a year ago, and it was junk. The rear is flipped and the new spring plates are installed, but there is no physical way to install the shock bolt without removing the spring. I went on to another project, but will be back on it soon to either make it work or remove the kit and buy one that fits right. I've never had a problem with a Bell-Tech or Western kit, so I guess you get what you pay for....... ________ CHEVROLET TRAVERSE Last edited by chevyrestoguy; 02-18-2011 at 10:52 AM.

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06-03-2005, 12:23 PM	#3
beaterC10 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 1,277	Check for clearance with the DJM spring plates. I had to do some grinding on mine to the required clearance. I think the interference was with the shock on one side. I have had mine on about 18 months and I forget the exact point of interference.

06-03-2005, 12:30 PM	#4
loblazer Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Fergus, Ontario Posts: 481	I insatlled one on my 1980 2WD Blazer. No problems at all. Also Belltech drop shocks and C notch by me. Doug TOTM Oct 2004

06-03-2005, 02:24 PM	#5
Izzy Trucker. Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Fort Worth, TX Posts: 1,364	I helped with an install using the stock spring plates and with a good titanium bit it was cake and was way cheaper than buying the deluxe kit.

06-03-2005, 06:41 PM	#6
jermasaurus Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: New Lenox, IL Posts: 442	It says to take the bolt out of the center of the leaf springs and put it in reverse.... you dont have to do that. (At least not on mine, 85 C10) as long as the nut fits inside the hole on the bracket it is fine. -if you can make anything from that poor explanation Like BeaterC10 said, You may not be able to get the nut on the bolt for the shock extender, being so close to the leaf springs.



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