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Blazer383 · 01-23-2013, 06:40 PM

I'm going to order my lowering parts soon and I was wondering how low can you go front and back on 20" rims without C-notching the frame? I would like the 71 Blazer to sit level. I was thinking of on of these two, a 3-5 drop and a 2-4 drop. If you have any pictures that would be a big help too.
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Groyd · 01-31-2013, 02:39 PM

Bump.

I'm interested too.
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**lolife99** · 01-31-2013, 03:05 PM

http://www.earlyclassic.com/tech.aspx?category=Stance Photos-3
Look for "stance photos.
First is stock.
Then 2.5/4
Then 3.5/6

Personally I would go 4.5/6.

4oldcars · 02-01-2013, 10:51 AM

So how do you achieve the 3.5/6? Spindles (2 1/2) and - - -

fxdxharley · 02-01-2013, 12:43 PM

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Originally Posted by 4oldcars

So how do you achieve the 3.5/6? Spindles (2 1/2) and - - -

2" spindles and 1.5 springs then 6 " rear springs

**lolife99** · 02-01-2013, 01:20 PM

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Originally Posted by 4oldcars

So how do you achieve the 3.5/6? Spindles (2 1/2) and - - -

ECE parts:
2.5 spindle
1" spring
6" rear spring

**lolife99** · 02-01-2013, 01:23 PM

My old 5/6 static drop,...

Sandemonium · 02-01-2013, 02:22 PM

I have a CPP 3/5 drop on my '72 2wd Jimmy.

With the top on and the carpet and back seat out it sits a little high in the rear. Once I put the back seat and carpet in it should sit level. However, once I remove the top then it will again not sit level.

I had to put a c-notch in because the clearance between the axle tube and frame was too close and would have made contact while driving.

At some point I will be replacing the 5" rear springs with 6" springs.

Good luck,

Bob
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Groyd · 02-08-2013, 08:39 PM

Just got off the phone with ECE and they said you can do a 4/6 drop without c-notch. Does that sound right? Wouldn't the axle hit the frame with every little bump?

Next question, what is the easiest c-notch? The porterbuilt bolt in notch looks easy, but you have to take off the body.

Thanks,
Matt

**lolife99** · 02-08-2013, 09:08 PM

You can do a 6" rear drop on a truck without a c-notch.
The blazer would need it.
I know that from my own 71 2wd blazer.

YBNORML · 02-09-2013, 04:14 AM

I agree with lolife, my Blazer has a 5/7 drop. 2" spindles, 3" coils in the front, 6" coils and 1" block in the rear. Before I added the 1" block I had to put in a c-notch because it was too close for comfort.
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**Tom Vogel** · 02-09-2013, 11:08 AM

I would get the air bag kit from ECE for the rear if you can afford it. This will elimenate all the issuses of ride height differences due to top/seat/payload. Thats what I did, and I liked the ride so well that I put airbags on the front when I did my frame off. Oh, btw, I didnt notch my frame, because I never really had any problem with it before I quit driving it for the restoration process.

BigCountryx · 02-10-2013, 10:11 PM

5.5"/7" with a cpp bolt in notch

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**Tom Vogel** · 02-11-2013, 01:48 AM

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5.5"/7" with a cpp bolt in notch

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Did you have to remove the body to put in that bolt in notch?
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BigCountryx · 02-11-2013, 07:20 AM

No need to remove the body for the cpp notch. It bolts from the sides and the bottom. Also the setup is McGaughy's 2.5" spindles and GMC Paul's 3" springs up front. GMC Paul's 5" springs and some 2" blocks out back. I used a McGaughy's adjustable panhard bar in the stock location (PB's panhard will not fit with the CPP notch by the way) and No Limit's shock relocator kit.
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Groyd · 02-11-2013, 10:10 PM

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Originally Posted by lolife99

My old 5/6 static drop,...

What size tires did you have on those 15's? I like the look.

tnamarine · 02-17-2013, 02:18 PM

I have the coils you need , just removed them from my 72 to do air ride , there might be 2000 miles on them in total.

Blazn C5 · 02-19-2013, 01:18 AM

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Originally Posted by YBNORML

I agree with lolife, my Blazer has a 5/7 drop. 2" spindles, 3" coils in the front, 6" coils and 1" block in the rear. Before I added the 1" block I had to put in a c-notch because it was too close for comfort.
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Nice blazer! I was wondering how your blazer drives with that much static drop ? Any issues ?

BigCountryx · 02-19-2013, 08:53 AM

Can't speak for YBNORMAL but my blazer drives better now than before the drop.

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Originally Posted by Blazn C5

Nice blazer! I was wondering how your blazer drives with that much static drop ? Any issues ?

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tdkosta · 02-19-2013, 11:47 AM

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Originally Posted by BigCountryx

5.5"/7" with a cpp bolt in notch

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Great looking Blazer.

YBNORML · 02-20-2013, 08:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Blazn C5

Nice blazer! I was wondering how your blazer drives with that much static drop ? Any issues ?

Thanks for the compliment. I personally think the ride is fantastic.
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01-23-2013, 06:40 PM	#1
Blazer383 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Deltona, FL Posts: 23	How low? I'm going to order my lowering parts soon and I was wondering how low can you go front and back on 20" rims without C-notching the frame? I would like the 71 Blazer to sit level. I was thinking of on of these two, a 3-5 drop and a 2-4 drop. If you have any pictures that would be a big help too. Posted via Mobile Device

01-31-2013, 02:39 PM	#2
Groyd Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Edmond, OK Posts: 393	Re: How low? Bump. I'm interested too. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1951 Chevy 3100/S-10: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=406072 1957 Chevy 3200 1971 2WD Blazer - Sold

01-31-2013, 03:05 PM	#3
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,700	Re: How low? http://www.earlyclassic.com/tech.aspx?category=Stance Photos-3 Look for "stance photos. First is stock. Then 2.5/4 Then 3.5/6 Personally I would go 4.5/6. Attached Images __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

02-01-2013, 10:51 AM	#4
4oldcars Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: On The Beach, S C Posts: 613	Re: How low? So how do you achieve the 3.5/6? Spindles (2 1/2) and - - - __________________ 4oldcars Driving: 1971 Jimmy w/68 Chev front clip, 1953 Bel Air 2 dr hdtp, 1996 Roadmaster wagon, 2000 Eldorado The ones I let go: 1931 2 dr sedan, 1935 pick up, 1938 2 dr sedan, 1962 SS 454, 1963 409 wagon, 1970 short bed, 1972 short bed, 1972 sub, 1976 short bed, 1986 long bed, 03 short bed

02-01-2013, 01:23 PM	#7
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,700	Re: How low? My old 5/6 static drop,... Attached Images __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

02-01-2013, 02:22 PM	#8
Sandemonium Proud owner of a 55.1 AD Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Desert Hills, AZ Posts: 460	Re: How low? I have a CPP 3/5 drop on my '72 2wd Jimmy. With the top on and the carpet and back seat out it sits a little high in the rear. Once I put the back seat and carpet in it should sit level. However, once I remove the top then it will again not sit level. I had to put a c-notch in because the clearance between the axle tube and frame was too close and would have made contact while driving. At some point I will be replacing the 5" rear springs with 6" springs. Good luck, Bob Posted via Mobile Device

02-08-2013, 08:39 PM	#9
Groyd Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Edmond, OK Posts: 393	Re: How low? Just got off the phone with ECE and they said you can do a 4/6 drop without c-notch. Does that sound right? Wouldn't the axle hit the frame with every little bump? Next question, what is the easiest c-notch? The porterbuilt bolt in notch looks easy, but you have to take off the body. Thanks, Matt __________________ 1951 Chevy 3100/S-10: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=406072 1957 Chevy 3200 1971 2WD Blazer - Sold

02-08-2013, 09:08 PM	#10
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,700	Re: How low? You can do a 6" rear drop on a truck without a c-notch. The blazer would need it. I know that from my own 71 2wd blazer. __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

02-09-2013, 04:14 AM	#11
YBNORML Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: Edmonton, Alberta Posts: 3,844	Re: How low? I agree with lolife, my Blazer has a 5/7 drop. 2" spindles, 3" coils in the front, 6" coils and 1" block in the rear. Before I added the 1" block I had to put in a c-notch because it was too close for comfort. Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device Attached Images __________________ --------------------------------------------------------------- Jason. 68’ GMC shortbox https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=794201 72' 2WD Blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=425385 67' LongBox C-10 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=691845 InstaGram ybnorml67

02-09-2013, 11:08 AM	#12
Tom Vogel 2WD Jimmy Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Davis County, Utah Posts: 2,565	Re: How low? I would get the air bag kit from ECE for the rear if you can afford it. This will elimenate all the issuses of ride height differences due to top/seat/payload. Thats what I did, and I liked the ride so well that I put airbags on the front when I did my frame off. Oh, btw, I didnt notch my frame, because I never really had any problem with it before I quit driving it for the restoration process.

02-10-2013, 10:11 PM	#13
BigCountryx Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Gonzales, LA Posts: 779	Re: How low? 5.5"/7" with a cpp bolt in notch Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1972 Pale Yella 2WD Blazer ..... 350HO/700R4.... '68 Clipped 1970 Original Paint SWB Farm Truck ..... 5.3/4L80.... 2x HRPT Participant

02-11-2013, 07:20 AM	#15
BigCountryx Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Gonzales, LA Posts: 779	Re: How low? No need to remove the body for the cpp notch. It bolts from the sides and the bottom. Also the setup is McGaughy's 2.5" spindles and GMC Paul's 3" springs up front. GMC Paul's 5" springs and some 2" blocks out back. I used a McGaughy's adjustable panhard bar in the stock location (PB's panhard will not fit with the CPP notch by the way) and No Limit's shock relocator kit. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1972 Pale Yella 2WD Blazer ..... 350HO/700R4.... '68 Clipped 1970 Original Paint SWB Farm Truck ..... 5.3/4L80.... 2x HRPT Participant

02-17-2013, 02:18 PM	#17
tnamarine Guy with a Blazer Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Vancouver BC Posts: 118	Re: How low? I have the coils you need , just removed them from my 72 to do air ride , there might be 2000 miles on them in total.

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