Drop measurement question?

[johnboy1861]

Hey guys, I am trying to find out what the distance between the bumbstop and the axle u-bolt is for guys running a 4" or 5" drop with out a c-notch. The reason I ask is, the PO thought it would be a good ideal to cut the center coil out of the rear springs and weld them back together, so I have no idea how much of a drop this is. I like the ride height and would like to keep the same drop, but definitely need some new springs and don't want to have to c-notch the frame. The way it sits, I have 1 1/2" between the bumbstop and the axle u-bolt. The center of the fender lip to the ground is 29 3/4" with 275/60 15's on 15x8 rallies. I have 2 1/2" between the tire and the fender. This is on my 72 2wd SWB fleet. Thanks guys.