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carrzy4 · 05-05-2006, 01:17 AM

Has anyone gone with 4.5/6, what ive got so far is 2" drop front coils and 3" drop rear coils. I was thinking of going with the 5" spring in the back and 1" block. and 2" front drop spring with drop spindles.
What things will i need to change in order to keep my truck driving straight and not ruining other suspension parts?
my headers are full length and i worrie about clearence for those because its a long box!
or am i just hallucinating?

carrzy4 · 05-05-2006, 07:02 PM

anyone?

jsbgump · 05-05-2006, 07:34 PM

You will need the adjustable panhard bar and a rear shock relocater kit

SCOTI · 05-05-2006, 11:49 PM

Depending on the brand & type of headers, you may/may not have clearance issues. Stick a 2x4 under your headers & exhaust @ the current ride height. If it looks too close, you'll have problems & will need to consider swapping back to manifolds or shorty headers.

My 68 has dropped spindles & ~3" shorter coils up front w/a 27.5" front tire diameter. For reference, you have to remove the plate off of a standard 2-ton floor jack to roll it under the front crossmember. I don't have problems @ that height but it had headers that had to be removed. It has bottomed out in a construction zone before, typically it just buzzes the tops of the front inner fenderwells occasionally.

For the rear, @ a 6" drop (5" coil + 1" block) you can get away w/modifying your stock panhard bar or get an aftermarket adjustable one. Shock relocators would be good but not mandatory because it's technically only a 5" drop (blocks don't alter the travel distance on the shocks). Even then, you can relocate the stock brackets or use shorter off the shelf shocks. 6" drops will work w/o a c-notch but you will prob need to remove or relocate the bumpstop.

carrzy4 · 05-06-2006, 12:26 AM

heres how low they hang. this was before the 2/3 drop and 18's i dont know if you can get an idea from this pic, but here it is anyways.

SCOTI · 05-06-2006, 05:48 PM

It's hard to tell from pics. Drop spindles will lower the current ride height either 2.5" or 3" (depending on the spindle brand).

Stack some wood pieces together to get the same thickness as the amount of spindle drop. Slide the wood under the headers & get a buddy to bounce on the front end w/you (we stand on the front bumper & hold on to the opened hood to keep from falling). If the headers hit the wood..... you'll have your answer.

JAMESCHURCH13 · 05-19-2006, 01:01 PM

who sells 3 inch drop spindals? I can only find 2.5s

cornutz · 05-19-2006, 11:39 PM

Bell Tech has 3" droppers! Not sure on the part # tho!

JAMESCHURCH13 · 05-20-2006, 12:15 AM

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Originally Posted by cornutz

Bell Tech has 3" droppers! Not sure on the part # tho!

Where could one find said Spindles. Tried google and the only site was carolina classics but there site is down or somthing... Any where else?

SCOTI · 05-20-2006, 01:38 AM

Summit & Jegs each sell BellTech spindles. DJM also makes a 3" spindle.

JAMESCHURCH13 · 05-20-2006, 03:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SCOTI

Summit & Jegs each sell BellTech spindles. DJM also makes a 3" spindle.

Thanks alot now just have to find a truck with discs and steal its front suspension. Swap the whole thing under my drumed 67. Peace.

**raggedjim** · 05-25-2006, 05:25 PM

Carrzy4, If you go with 4" springs and a 2" block (rear) you won't need the shock relocators or the adj. bar. This is what I run with out any problems.

Good luck, Rg

Tx Firefighter · 05-25-2006, 10:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JAMESCHURCH13

Where could one find said Spindles. Tried google and the only site was carolina classics but there site is down or somthing... Any where else?

BellTech 3 inch drop spindles for 71-72 trucks. Straight bolt on, no mods needed. In stock and ship tomorrow if you want...

http://store.summitracing.com/partde...5&autoview=sku

SCOTI · 05-26-2006, 01:56 AM

Thanks TX.

Chevrolet4x4s · 05-27-2006, 04:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JAMESCHURCH13

who sells 3 inch drop spindals? I can only find 2.5s

Are the 3'' spindals available for 73- 87s?
Thanks
Shane

Tx Firefighter · 05-28-2006, 06:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chevrolet4x4s

Are the 3'' spindals available for 73- 87s?
Thanks
Shane

Yes they are. BellTech part number BEL-3100

Summit has them in stock too.

**special-K** · 05-28-2006, 09:08 AM

No c-notch with 6" drop?

Joe67 · 05-28-2006, 09:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by special-K

No c-notch with 6" drop?

No C-notch necessary with a 6" rear drop.
Coil spring trucks anyway, I assume same for leaf.

05-05-2006, 01:17 AM	#1
carrzy4 Active Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: BC Canada Posts: 152	4.5/6 drop. Has anyone gone with 4.5/6, what ive got so far is 2" drop front coils and 3" drop rear coils. I was thinking of going with the 5" spring in the back and 1" block. and 2" front drop spring with drop spindles. What things will i need to change in order to keep my truck driving straight and not ruining other suspension parts? my headers are full length and i worrie about clearence for those because its a long box! or am i just hallucinating? __________________ S.h.i.t happens when you party naked.

05-05-2006, 07:02 PM	#2
carrzy4 Active Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: BC Canada Posts: 152	Re: 4.5/6 drop. anyone? __________________ S.h.i.t happens when you party naked.

05-05-2006, 07:34 PM	#3
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05-05-2006, 11:49 PM	#4
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,066	Re: 4.5/6 drop. Depending on the brand & type of headers, you may/may not have clearance issues. Stick a 2x4 under your headers & exhaust @ the current ride height. If it looks too close, you'll have problems & will need to consider swapping back to manifolds or shorty headers. My 68 has dropped spindles & ~3" shorter coils up front w/a 27.5" front tire diameter. For reference, you have to remove the plate off of a standard 2-ton floor jack to roll it under the front crossmember. I don't have problems @ that height but it had headers that had to be removed. It has bottomed out in a construction zone before, typically it just buzzes the tops of the front inner fenderwells occasionally. For the rear, @ a 6" drop (5" coil + 1" block) you can get away w/modifying your stock panhard bar or get an aftermarket adjustable one. Shock relocators would be good but not mandatory because it's technically only a 5" drop (blocks don't alter the travel distance on the shocks). Even then, you can relocate the stock brackets or use shorter off the shelf shocks. 6" drops will work w/o a c-notch but you will prob need to remove or relocate the bumpstop. __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

05-06-2006, 12:26 AM	#5
carrzy4 Active Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: BC Canada Posts: 152	Re: 4.5/6 drop. heres how low they hang. this was before the 2/3 drop and 18's i dont know if you can get an idea from this pic, but here it is anyways. Attached Images __________________ S.h.i.t happens when you party naked.

05-06-2006, 05:48 PM	#6
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,066	Re: 4.5/6 drop. It's hard to tell from pics. Drop spindles will lower the current ride height either 2.5" or 3" (depending on the spindle brand). Stack some wood pieces together to get the same thickness as the amount of spindle drop. Slide the wood under the headers & get a buddy to bounce on the front end w/you (we stand on the front bumper & hold on to the opened hood to keep from falling). If the headers hit the wood..... you'll have your answer. __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

05-19-2006, 01:01 PM	#7
JAMESCHURCH13 JamesChurch13 Join Date: May 2006 Location: Edwards AFB Sunny California Posts: 151	Re: 4.5/6 drop. who sells 3 inch drop spindals? I can only find 2.5s __________________ *HG/FTW!!!* Current vehicle collection: 1968 Chevy C-10 SWB Fleet Side, 327ci, TH350 (MD) 1987 Chevy Dually Quad Cab, 427ci, TH400 2008 Buell XB12SS, 1203cc 2006 YZ450F Wheelie Machine! 1997 Suzuki Bandit 600cc And the Wife has some cars I pay insurance on and use to transport the kids!(01' Grand Cherokee and 06' Pontiac Grand Prix)

05-19-2006, 11:39 PM	#8
cornutz All Praise RANDY!! Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Central California Posts: 391	Re: 4.5/6 drop. Bell Tech has 3" droppers! Not sure on the part # tho!

05-20-2006, 01:38 AM	#10
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,066	Re: 4.5/6 drop. Summit & Jegs each sell BellTech spindles. DJM also makes a 3" spindle. __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

05-25-2006, 05:25 PM	#12
raggedjim Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Murray, Kentucky Posts: 3,484	Re: 4.5/6 drop. Carrzy4, If you go with 4" springs and a 2" block (rear) you won't need the shock relocators or the adj. bar. This is what I run with out any problems. Good luck, Rg __________________ Roger '68 Short step - https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=849675 '69 ('70?) 2wd Blazer '70 GMC Jimmy 2wd '73 Firebird - https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=853203 Ideas - https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=851743

05-26-2006, 01:56 AM	#14
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,066	Re: 4.5/6 drop. Thanks TX. __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

05-28-2006, 09:08 AM	#17
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