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love it loud · 10-19-2002, 04:41 PM

Hello all fellow 73-87 chevy truck owners, I'm new to the board and I was just wonderin what size drops you guys are all running, as well as wheel sizes, backspacing, and tire sizes. Just wanna see what works and what's popular and stuff, any replies greatly appreciated!

BaggedC10 · 10-20-2002, 06:42 PM

A 5/7" drop with plain stock sized aftermarket wheels.

love it loud · 10-20-2002, 06:47 PM

thanks for the reply, it's appreciated, if only more people would reply now..

gchemist · 10-21-2002, 10:22 AM

Hey FNG!!

I have a 2.5 spindal front and 4" hanger/shackel combo on mine. 235/60R15 on the front and 255/60R15 on the back. All on 15X8 aluminum wheels. If I put 255/60R15 on the front my truck would be nearly level. I plan on doing it soon. Front too low!! I've damaged an A-arm that I need to replace. Luckly I have a suburban front end ready to rebuild.

low 84 · 10-21-2002, 10:09 PM

5/7 drop with 255/60/15's all the way around with factory ralley wheels. pictures in signature

love it loud · 10-31-2002, 09:57 PM

ttt

bigblock73 · 10-31-2002, 10:14 PM

4/4 drop here...1" springs/3" spindles up front and 4" shackle/hanger combo out back. I am going to lower it 1 more inch out back by removing a leaf or two from my current springs.

-Jeff

messed up c-10 · 10-31-2002, 10:15 PM

I have a 2" drop on the back (i think).

**swervin ervin** · 10-31-2002, 11:20 PM

I have a 4/5 drop on mine, with 17x8 American Racing Torq Thrust II's. My tires are Nitto NT-450 255/50R17's all the way around. The BS is same as stock, 4 inches.

Mine is lowered with 2.5" spindles and 1.5" coils in front. Out back it's 4" leafs and shackles. All my stuff is Western Chassis.

bigd65 · 11-01-2002, 09:00 AM

I just put the 2in drop shackles back in the GHOST yesterday, i took them out cause i thought it was causing the problems i was having with noise in the drive train, well it wasnt , it was the U joints, now i have them back in. the only other lowering i am going to do in the 1 or 2 in drop springs in the front, i havnt desided yet. BTW mine is a LWB so it wouldnt look as good as yalls SWB trucks as low as yall lower them.

BigRed · 11-01-2002, 09:40 AM

Jeff, let me know how the drop springs go. I'm looking for a low-cost way to drop slightly and think that would be a good way to go. By just changing the springs, does that not alter the geometry of the front wheels?

LOHRTBT · 11-01-2002, 11:12 AM

I have a 4/6 drop running 20x8.5 Centerline Lexi IV's WIth Nitto 255/35/20 up front and 275/30/20 out back. 5" backspacing

Tom · 11-01-2002, 11:23 AM

The 78 rides on a 5" drop using belltech 3" spindles, suspension techniques 2" springs, belltech shackle and hanger kit, and the overload spring removed. I use 15" progressive rims with 275/60/15's all around.

The 79 is running Eibach 2" springs right now, and the rest of the drop kit is in the backyard awaiting new tires. I have waiting: 3" DJM sprindles, toxic shocks, flip kit, c-notch, and shock extenders. Tires will be 255/60/15's.

c10scotty · 11-01-2002, 02:45 PM

2.5/4 drop here. i want more but wont do it as long as it is a daily driver and main source of transportation. 235/60/15 tires on 8 wide wheels all the way around. hopeflully i will have pics on here shortly.

Low83 · 11-02-2002, 10:19 PM

Cruisin with a 4/5 drop, 2 cut coils and front spacer kit. (Will update with tubular A-arms and springs when the front end gets overhauled) and flip kit on the rear. 15x9 rims, 4" BS. 245/60/15's all around.

bigd65 · 11-03-2002, 05:04 PM

BIGRED, im sure it will but not real sure as this is the first time i have ever dropped anything

i am already comnplaining about the ride now with the poly bushings, i am hoping it wont make it stiffer than it already is

being it is a LWB, i dont think it would look as good as the those SWB you see on here so all i want is a lower stance 2/2 to make it look mean

1974ChevyC10 · 11-03-2002, 06:48 PM

mine is going to be the exact opposite.im adding 3/4 springs to it to make it sit a little higher and ride a little rougher....its rides to much like a cadillac right now and it needs to change.i like rough riding trucks........if i wanted a car like ride i would buy a car damnit.

*mike reeh* · 11-03-2002, 09:29 PM

5 inches of lift thanks. not everyone drops their 73-87!

mike

1974ChevyC10 · 11-04-2002, 02:14 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by mike reeh
5 inches of lift thanks. not everyone drops their 73-87!

mike

couldnt agree more mike

79BIG10 · 11-04-2002, 05:03 AM

Same here

10-19-2002, 04:41 PM	#1
love it loud Calibration Engineer Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Windsor, Ontario, Canada Posts: 361	question about your rides Hello all fellow 73-87 chevy truck owners, I'm new to the board and I was just wonderin what size drops you guys are all running, as well as wheel sizes, backspacing, and tire sizes. Just wanna see what works and what's popular and stuff, any replies greatly appreciated!

10-20-2002, 06:42 PM	#2
BaggedC10 Under construction! Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: NorCal Posts: 1,065	A 5/7" drop with plain stock sized aftermarket wheels. __________________ 2001 Silverado bagged on 22's. Sold

10-21-2002, 10:22 AM	#4
gchemist BAD BOW-Silverado XST Join Date: May 2000 Location: Senior Member from Austin, TX Posts: 6,431	Hey FNG!! I have a 2.5 spindal front and 4" hanger/shackel combo on mine. 235/60R15 on the front and 255/60R15 on the back. All on 15X8 aluminum wheels. If I put 255/60R15 on the front my truck would be nearly level. I plan on doing it soon. Front too low!! I've damaged an A-arm that I need to replace. Luckly I have a suburban front end ready to rebuild. __________________ Gerardo a.k.a. Mad Chemist Silverado XST videos

10-21-2002, 10:09 PM	#5
low 84 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 2,144	5/7 drop with 255/60/15's all the way around with factory ralley wheels. pictures in signature __________________ '51 F100, backhalf with a narrowed 9 and coil overs, 18.5" mickeys, monte front clip, +400" sbc in the works '05 1500 Crew Cab RIP '84 swb 5/7 drop, solid cammed 408 w/ fully ported dart heads, th350 w/ 10 inch hughes, 12 bolt w/ 3.73 richmonds and a locker '80 swb 4x4 in progress: 7" lift, 350 th350/np205, d44 and 1.5" ORD tie rod, 14BFF w/discs , armored diff covers, 40" MTR's

10-31-2002, 10:15 PM	#8
messed up c-10 RHCP afficianado Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: McLoud, OK Posts: 789	I have a 2" drop on the back (i think). __________________ ~Ryan~ 89 S-10 Blazer with a 4.3L 96 Ford Crown Vic P71 4.6L V8. This car rocks. Here are some links to some good music. Jack Johnson Donavon Frankenreiter

10-20-2002, 06:47 PM	#3
love it loud Calibration Engineer Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Windsor, Ontario, Canada Posts: 361	thanks for the reply, it's appreciated, if only more people would reply now..

10-31-2002, 09:57 PM	#6
love it loud Calibration Engineer Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Windsor, Ontario, Canada Posts: 361	ttt

10-31-2002, 10:14 PM	#7
bigblock73 yeller Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 13,824	4/4 drop here...1" springs/3" spindles up front and 4" shackle/hanger combo out back. I am going to lower it 1 more inch out back by removing a leaf or two from my current springs. -Jeff

10-31-2002, 11:20 PM	#9
swervin ervin You get what you pay for Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Cherryville, NC Posts: 4,798	I have a 4/5 drop on mine, with 17x8 American Racing Torq Thrust II's. My tires are Nitto NT-450 255/50R17's all the way around. The BS is same as stock, 4 inches. Mine is lowered with 2.5" spindles and 1.5" coils in front. Out back it's 4" leafs and shackles. All my stuff is Western Chassis. __________________ Mike 1985 Chevy C-10

11-01-2002, 09:00 AM	#10
bigd65 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Clute, TX. Posts: 1,935	I just put the 2in drop shackles back in the GHOST yesterday, i took them out cause i thought it was causing the problems i was having with noise in the drive train, well it wasnt , it was the U joints, now i have them back in. the only other lowering i am going to do in the 1 or 2 in drop springs in the front, i havnt desided yet. BTW mine is a LWB so it wouldnt look as good as yalls SWB trucks as low as yall lower them. __________________ 2004 Silverado Crewcab 1972 Chevy Monte Carlo 2017 Chevy Tahoe

11-01-2002, 09:40 AM	#11
BigRed Registered User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: DFW, TX Posts: 1,680	Jeff, let me know how the drop springs go. I'm looking for a low-cost way to drop slightly and think that would be a good way to go. By just changing the springs, does that not alter the geometry of the front wheels? __________________ Scott Shelbourne

11-01-2002, 11:12 AM	#12
LOHRTBT BeWarE tHe eViL CrAnkTOe! Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Yukon, OK Posts: 3,605	I have a 4/6 drop running 20x8.5 Centerline Lexi IV's WIth Nitto 255/35/20 up front and 275/30/20 out back. 5" backspacing __________________ ~Dave~ You can call me Mike, Mike Oxlong - 1986 Chevy SWB - Stock for now - *1986 Chevy Custom SWB* *Stolen 6/26/05* - 1985 Chevy SWB SOLD - 1999 T/A Some mods www.cardomain.com/id/ramairdave AIM Screenname - Jester84 Last edited by LOHRTBT; 11-01-2002 at 11:15 AM.

11-01-2002, 11:23 AM	#13
Tom driving is in my blood Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Mesa AZ Posts: 5,748	The 78 rides on a 5" drop using belltech 3" spindles, suspension techniques 2" springs, belltech shackle and hanger kit, and the overload spring removed. I use 15" progressive rims with 275/60/15's all around. The 79 is running Eibach 2" springs right now, and the rest of the drop kit is in the backyard awaiting new tires. I have waiting: 3" DJM sprindles, toxic shocks, flip kit, c-notch, and shock extenders. Tires will be 255/60/15's. __________________ -78 c10 short/step: 388cid, M20, 5/5 drop, lots more. Playtoy and first vehicle. -98 c1500 x-cab: 5.7L, 17" rims, 5/6 drop, flowmaster, helper bags,NBS rear disk brakes. -02 Suburban 4x4: leveled front -CBR600F4i, CBR600RR, CBR1000RR, and standup skis DISCLAIMER: I cant spell for the life of me.

11-01-2002, 02:45 PM	#14
c10scotty ~THE SILVER BULLET~ Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: WYOMING Posts: 285	2.5/4 drop here. i want more but wont do it as long as it is a daily driver and main source of transportation. 235/60/15 tires on 8 wide wheels all the way around. hopeflully i will have pics on here shortly. __________________ ~1980 c10 chevy scottsdale~ ~2.5/4 drop 305/th350c~

11-02-2002, 10:19 PM	#15
Low83 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Porterville,Ca. Posts: 118	Cruisin with a 4/5 drop, 2 cut coils and front spacer kit. (Will update with tubular A-arms and springs when the front end gets overhauled) and flip kit on the rear. 15x9 rims, 4" BS. 245/60/15's all around.



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11-03-2002, 05:04 PM	#16
bigd65 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Clute, TX. Posts: 1,935	BIGRED, im sure it will but not real sure as this is the first time i have ever dropped anything i am already comnplaining about the ride now with the poly bushings, i am hoping it wont make it stiffer than it already is being it is a LWB, i dont think it would look as good as the those SWB you see on here so all i want is a lower stance 2/2 to make it look mean __________________ 2004 Silverado Crewcab 1972 Chevy Monte Carlo 2017 Chevy Tahoe

11-03-2002, 06:48 PM	#17
1974ChevyC10 Overworked and Underlaid Join Date: May 2002 Location: Flagstaff,Arizona Posts: 1,279	mine is going to be the exact opposite.im adding 3/4 springs to it to make it sit a little higher and ride a little rougher....its rides to much like a cadillac right now and it needs to change.i like rough riding trucks........if i wanted a car like ride i would buy a car damnit. __________________ I'd rather push a Chevy than drive a Ford The Beast-1978 C10 LWB Red-1978 C10 LWB (Uncle Mike)Michael Henry Millett 11/5/1957 to 03/08/2012 Gone but will never be forgotten-RIP (Uncle Chuck)Charles Manning Gulbronsen Sr 1956-2012 Taken from us to soon but you will live on in our hearts-RIP

11-03-2002, 09:29 PM	#18
mike reeh 5 day ban, learn to behave. Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: san diego, ca Posts: 683	5 inches of lift thanks. not everyone drops their 73-87! mike

11-04-2002, 05:03 AM	#20
79BIG10 I'm back with 2nd truck! Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Texas Posts: 3,774	Same here __________________ 1979 Chevrolet Bonanza Big10 "Tootsie Roll" 1985 Chevrolet Silverado (wife's) Member of the Southern Bowties Club "Don't underestimate how sexy a fat man who drinks to excess can be." Homer Simpson

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