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apachedaddy · 05-27-2008, 03:21 AM

Ok guys, i want to order a lowering kit to be there for when i get home in july from iraq. did a search and found plenty of stuff but my real question is how low can i go without doing a bunch of mods on a statis drop. i know i will prob need a adj trac locator and i can do a c-notch if needed. just wanted to know how much i can go and have the truck sit level. any help would be great. thank you for your help.

**scotts62** · 05-27-2008, 05:38 AM

What kind of truck?

Frizzle Fry · 05-27-2008, 07:31 AM

Looks like he has a 66.

You can do 3" drop springs and 2.5" spindles up front, and 6" drop springs and whatever size block you want in the rear. 1.5" blocks would get you "level" at a 5.5/7.5 drop ...assuming you don't have leafs. You'll definitely want the adjustable track bar (I like the ECE super track bar for it's longer bar), C-Notch, and shock relocators at that point.

SIR · 05-27-2008, 07:41 PM

.....this has a 4/4 drop,actualy 3 1/2 in front but it did settle just around 4" hope this helps come home safe...and thanks.......

joe231 · 05-27-2008, 10:45 PM

hey sir, what size tire you running?

apachedaddy · 05-28-2008, 01:59 AM

hello again, sorry for the lack of info yes its a 66 short/fleet. no leafs trailing arms set up. have not even though of rim tire combo as of yet. Just want to do a good drop without doing any crazy front end mods and keep it level. was thinking of the grand slam kit from CPP because i wouldnt have to try and piece anything together. If anyone knows of a better kit out there please let me know. and thanks for your support.

SIR · 05-28-2008, 06:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by joe231

hey sir, what size tire you running?

....255-60-r15 on torq thurust-o 15x8-1/2 .......

joe231 · 05-28-2008, 03:25 PM

thanks for the info

Dadsredwagon · 05-29-2008, 05:33 AM

I just did the CCp kit, it comes with DOstech shocks , not sure if they are the best, others will chime in , I just installed mine , use lots of PB blaster non th ebolts for sure...mine ended up breaking , but it worked out ok

72BlckButy · 05-29-2008, 03:14 PM

Check out ECE (Early Classic Enterprises) for some great kits, products and service. On their site they have a page with drop stance photos with various drops, which will help give you a good idea on what you can expect.

Good luck with the project, and thank you for your service! Make it home safe!

05-27-2008, 03:21 AM	#1
apachedaddy Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: pooler, GA Posts: 213	need a little lowering help Ok guys, i want to order a lowering kit to be there for when i get home in july from iraq. did a search and found plenty of stuff but my real question is how low can i go without doing a bunch of mods on a statis drop. i know i will prob need a adj trac locator and i can do a c-notch if needed. just wanted to know how much i can go and have the truck sit level. any help would be great. thank you for your help.

05-27-2008, 05:38 AM	#2
scotts62 One day... Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Tuttle, Ok Posts: 9,243	Re: need a little lowering help What kind of truck? __________________ Scott 93 crew cab build Project 62

05-27-2008, 07:31 AM	#3
Frizzle Fry Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Hillsboro Oregon Posts: 6,449	Re: need a little lowering help Looks like he has a 66. You can do 3" drop springs and 2.5" spindles up front, and 6" drop springs and whatever size block you want in the rear. 1.5" blocks would get you "level" at a 5.5/7.5 drop ...assuming you don't have leafs. You'll definitely want the adjustable track bar (I like the ECE super track bar for it's longer bar), C-Notch, and shock relocators at that point. Last edited by Frizzle Fry; 05-27-2008 at 07:33 AM.

05-27-2008, 07:41 PM	#4
SIR SIR Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: grants pass oregon,usa Posts: 658	Re: need a little lowering help *.....this has a 4/4 drop,actualy 3 1/2 in front but it did settle just around 4" hope this helps come home safe...and thanks.......* Attached Images __________________ 66long low fleet http://community.webshots.com/user/LVNR66

05-27-2008, 10:45 PM	#5
joe231 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Palmer, Alaska Posts: 13,821	Re: need a little lowering help hey sir, what size tire you running? __________________ *CHEVY ONLY*

05-28-2008, 01:59 AM	#6
apachedaddy Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: pooler, GA Posts: 213	Re: need a little lowering help hello again, sorry for the lack of info yes its a 66 short/fleet. no leafs trailing arms set up. have not even though of rim tire combo as of yet. Just want to do a good drop without doing any crazy front end mods and keep it level. was thinking of the grand slam kit from CPP because i wouldnt have to try and piece anything together. If anyone knows of a better kit out there please let me know. and thanks for your support.

05-28-2008, 03:25 PM	#8
joe231 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Palmer, Alaska Posts: 13,821	Re: need a little lowering help thanks for the info __________________ *CHEVY ONLY*

05-29-2008, 05:33 AM	#9
Dadsredwagon Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Spring,TX Posts: 342	Re: need a little lowering help I just did the CCp kit, it comes with DOstech shocks , not sure if they are the best, others will chime in , I just installed mine , use lots of PB blaster non th ebolts for sure...mine ended up breaking , but it worked out ok

05-29-2008, 03:14 PM	#10
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: need a little lowering help Check out ECE (Early Classic Enterprises) for some great kits, products and service. On their site they have a page with drop stance photos with various drops, which will help give you a good idea on what you can expect. Good luck with the project, and thank you for your service! Make it home safe! __________________ -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; 05-29-2008 at 03:15 PM.

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