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wrbenson · 10-28-2009, 05:32 PM

I didn't see this in the FAQ's so here goes:

If I get the 2.5" lowering spindles, is that all you have to do to get 2.5"? Or do I still need to cut a round out of the springs too? Thanks for any help on this subject.

72BlckButy · 10-28-2009, 05:55 PM

No, to accomodate the 2.5" drop up front, just throw on a set of 2.5" drop spindles and you will be set.

Unless... you are putting them on a 67-70. If so, you will have to update to disc brakes.

sdime95 · 10-28-2009, 06:29 PM

i would suggest new drop shocks as well

wrbenson · 10-28-2009, 06:37 PM

Thanks for the info guys. I have a 68, but it already has disc brakes. Who knows where from?

SCOTI · 10-28-2009, 07:37 PM

For spindle drops only, the shock requirements don't change (length of travel needed) so there's not much need for special 'drop' shocks. Off the shelf replacement p/n's would work too.

If shorter springs or bags are in the future plans & you're spending the coin for new shocks, drop shocks are the better investment.

flamingbig10 · 10-30-2009, 09:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wrbenson

Thanks for the info guys. I have a 68, but it already has disc brakes. Who knows where from?

if there 5x5 bolt pattern and they look unchanged in any way there from a 71-87 or they could be after market

10-28-2009, 05:32 PM	#1
wrbenson Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Nashville TN Posts: 10	Lowering the front end I didn't see this in the FAQ's so here goes: If I get the 2.5" lowering spindles, is that all you have to do to get 2.5"? Or do I still need to cut a round out of the springs too? Thanks for any help on this subject.

10-28-2009, 05:55 PM	#2
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Lowering the front end No, to accomodate the 2.5" drop up front, just throw on a set of 2.5" drop spindles and you will be set. Unless... you are putting them on a 67-70. If so, you will have to update to disc brakes. __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package) Last edited by 72BlckButy; 10-28-2009 at 05:55 PM.

10-28-2009, 06:29 PM	#3
sdime95 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Littleton, CO Posts: 33	Re: Lowering the front end i would suggest new drop shocks as well

10-28-2009, 06:37 PM	#4
wrbenson Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Nashville TN Posts: 10	Re: Lowering the front end Thanks for the info guys. I have a 68, but it already has disc brakes. Who knows where from?

10-28-2009, 07:37 PM	#5
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,066	Re: Lowering the front end For spindle drops only, the shock requirements don't change (length of travel needed) so there's not much need for special 'drop' shocks. Off the shelf replacement p/n's would work too. If shorter springs or bags are in the future plans & you're spending the coin for new shocks, drop shocks are the better investment. __________________ 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.*



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