My 4.5/0 ba-donk-a-donk drop - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**leddzepp** · 08-16-2010, 03:08 AM

I started the install of my "budget drop" kit. I picked up a pair of McGaugheys 2.5" drop spindles from a parted project for $50. I used a set of factory HD front coils, cutting one full coil off of each one. Afterwards, I measured 27" from the garage floor to the bottom lip of the fenderwell on both sides, running 215/70's on a set of 15x7 rallyes. Prior to swapping out the factory 1/2 ton coils and factory spindles, I measured 31.5" and 31" respectively. I figured with this combo I have around a 4-4.5" drop in front. I am going to need shorter sway bar brackets, as my floor jack is no longer able to slide underneath from the front.

New shocks/alignment will also follow.

I also put in 02 Wrangler coils in the rear (free), hoping for a 4" drop. As you can see, that did not happen.

Even with a lot of heavy junk in the bed, it remained at the same height as the factory coils.

Can't figure, everyone else says they get 4" out of them. Oh well, with the front the way it is now I am going to go with a 5" rear drop, as I prefer a slight rake rather than a level stance that the 6" coils give. Before that however, I plan to cruise around as-is, with the Ba-Donk-a-Donk look

Here are some pics, I also got the front end/doors/cab/hood aligned and the 402/400 driveline installed, so this is with full weight. Looks like a stinkbug

OARNGESI · 08-16-2010, 05:59 AM

Looks really good down in the front

**Stocker** · 08-16-2010, 09:46 AM

By golly, a pair of L78-15 bias-ply tires out back and you be period-correct redneck stylin'....

Sinister · 08-16-2010, 10:43 AM

Looking good Scott. You've got a lot done to it since I saw it last.

big_al_71 · 08-16-2010, 10:54 AM

looks pretty good

stevencvn72 · 08-16-2010, 04:10 PM

When I read "donk" in the title, I half expected 24" rims with a lift. Pleasantly surprised. Nice look!

bigguy69 · 08-16-2010, 04:55 PM

i had one do that one time found out the exhaust got in the way and wouldnt let drop. i like the truck. of course you do need a chrome rear end cover to be correct!

oldblue1968chevy · 08-16-2010, 09:30 PM

I still cant figure out why it didnt lower the rear with the jeep coils..lol could they be 'lifted' coil springs lol?

Front looks good, STEAL ON THE DROP SPINDLES!!! Nice

**leddzepp** · 08-19-2010, 02:40 AM

I got the driveshaft put in today...was able to find a combination U-Joint to run the TH400 yoke, keeping the factory set-up

I go on vacation next week, and hope to get it running then. I'll take a torch to the rear springs

just for fun before I put in the 5" drop springs. I plan on driving it down to the exhaust shop

(already got the mufflers in the bed) and getting it on the road...

C/10 King · 08-19-2010, 11:25 AM

Don't forget to shoot a "Rap Video" before you change the coils.

Ba-Donk-a Do.......

oldblue1968chevy · 08-19-2010, 10:46 PM

lol^^ Im ridin cali i need a rap video for you tube lol

08-16-2010, 03:08 AM	#1
leddzepp Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Southern Cal Posts: 20,117	My 4.5/0 ba-donk-a-donk drop I started the install of my "budget drop" kit. I picked up a pair of McGaugheys 2.5" drop spindles from a parted project for $50. I used a set of factory HD front coils, cutting one full coil off of each one. Afterwards, I measured 27" from the garage floor to the bottom lip of the fenderwell on both sides, running 215/70's on a set of 15x7 rallyes. Prior to swapping out the factory 1/2 ton coils and factory spindles, I measured 31.5" and 31" respectively. I figured with this combo I have around a 4-4.5" drop in front. I am going to need shorter sway bar brackets, as my floor jack is no longer able to slide underneath from the front. New shocks/alignment will also follow. I also put in 02 Wrangler coils in the rear (free), hoping for a 4" drop. As you can see, that did not happen. Even with a lot of heavy junk in the bed, it remained at the same height as the factory coils. Can't figure, everyone else says they get 4" out of them. Oh well, with the front the way it is now I am going to go with a 5" rear drop, as I prefer a slight rake rather than a level stance that the 6" coils give. Before that however, I plan to cruise around as-is, with the Ba-Donk-a-Donk look Here are some pics, I also got the front end/doors/cab/hood aligned and the 402/400 driveline installed, so this is with full weight. Looks like a stinkbug Attached Images __________________ 1972 C/10 Cheyenne Super SWB. Restored, loaded, slammed. 1968 C/10 50th Anniversary LWB. Unrestored, stock, daily driver/work truck. RIP ElJay RIP 67ChevyRedneck RIP Grumpy Old Man RIP FleetsidePaul

08-16-2010, 05:59 AM	#2
OARNGESI Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: CASA GRANDE AZ Posts: 4,276	Re: My 4.5/0 ba-donk-a-donk drop Looks really good down in the front __________________ 70 SWB STEPSIDE 70 BLAZER 09 challenger

08-16-2010, 09:46 AM	#3
Stocker 20' Daredevil (Ret) Join Date: May 2003 Location: Jefferson State Posts: 13,812	Re: My 4.5/0 ba-donk-a-donk drop By golly, a pair of L78-15 bias-ply tires out back and you be period-correct redneck stylin'.... __________________ - Mike - 1972 K20 LWB 350/350/205 RIP El Jay

08-16-2010, 10:43 AM	#4
Sinister Between Trucks... Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Los Angeles, CA. Posts: 3,830	Re: My 4.5/0 ba-donk-a-donk drop Looking good Scott. You've got a lot done to it since I saw it last. __________________ Beat it to fit, Paint it to match...

08-16-2010, 10:54 AM	#5
big_al_71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South Florida Posts: 11,375	Re: My 4.5/0 ba-donk-a-donk drop looks pretty good __________________ Get your facts first, and then you can distort them as much as you please!!!!!. Sylvester's build thread >>>http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ht=big+rebuild

08-16-2010, 04:10 PM	#6
stevencvn72 Kill Bill...et Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Winchestertonfieldville, Wa Posts: 366	Re: My 4.5/0 ba-donk-a-donk drop When I read "donk" in the title, I half expected 24" rims with a lift. Pleasantly surprised. Nice look! __________________ -Steve I ♥ Grease '67 Chev stepper http://youtu.be/38p_2Iu2fd0

08-16-2010, 04:55 PM	#7
bigguy69 dazed and confused Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: marion nc Posts: 1,649	Re: My 4.5/0 ba-donk-a-donk drop i had one do that one time found out the exhaust got in the way and wouldnt let drop. i like the truck. of course you do need a chrome rear end cover to be correct! __________________ members met: redbaron69, billsbowtie,nc67

08-16-2010, 09:30 PM	#8
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: My 4.5/0 ba-donk-a-donk drop I still cant figure out why it didnt lower the rear with the jeep coils..lol could they be 'lifted' coil springs lol? Front looks good, STEAL ON THE DROP SPINDLES!!! Nice __________________ 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

08-19-2010, 02:40 AM	#9
leddzepp Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Southern Cal Posts: 20,117	Re: My 4.5/0 ba-donk-a-donk drop I got the driveshaft put in today...was able to find a combination U-Joint to run the TH400 yoke, keeping the factory set-up I go on vacation next week, and hope to get it running then. I'll take a torch to the rear springs just for fun before I put in the 5" drop springs. I plan on driving it down to the exhaust shop (already got the mufflers in the bed) and getting it on the road... __________________ 1972 C/10 Cheyenne Super SWB. Restored, loaded, slammed. 1968 C/10 50th Anniversary LWB. Unrestored, stock, daily driver/work truck. RIP ElJay RIP 67ChevyRedneck RIP Grumpy Old Man RIP FleetsidePaul

08-19-2010, 11:25 AM	#10
C/10 King Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: A****er, CA Posts: 5,594	Re: My 4.5/0 ba-donk-a-donk drop Don't forget to shoot a "Rap Video" before you change the coils.Ba-Donk-a Do....... __________________ C/10 Rene 1966 Short Fleet "The Hag" 1967 CST Short Fleet "Dark Poly" 1971 Short Fleet 1970 Jimmy Custom 2 WD "Golden Ticket" 1972 Blazer 2 WD "Retro Blaze"

08-19-2010, 10:46 PM	#11
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: My 4.5/0 ba-donk-a-donk drop lol^^ Im ridin cali i need a rap video for you tube lol __________________ 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



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