Hotchkis Lowering springs install

[W.I.P.72]

Hey quick question the 4in lowering springs came with bumpstops, I know they go on the lower arm but where and how...lol

Seth

[lolife99]

Don't be surprised if you don't get a 4" drop from those springs.
From Hotchkis' website:

Improve the looks, ride quality and control of your 1967-72 2wd C-10 pickup with a set of Hotchkis Sport Suspension Springs. These springs have been specifically designed by Hotchkis to offer the maximum level of performance and ride quality. The front features a 2” drop spring with a rate of 1500lbs/in. This combination is particularly popular when used with 2” drop spindles to achieve a 4” total drop up front. These springs will offer a balanced feel and improved grip under any performance driving condition. Springs come in sets of 2 with front bump stops, and are finished in gray powder coat. PROUDLY MADE IN THE USA.

Look here:
http://www.hotchkis.net/_uploaded_fi...ons212file.pdf

[W.I.P.72]

No I got these ones, i saw those too. thanks for the heads up though.

http://www.hotchkis.net/6772-c10-fro...l-springs.html

Improve the looks, ride quality and control of your 1967-72 2wd C-10 pickup with a set of Hotchkis Sport Suspension Springs. These springs have been specifically designed by Hotchkis to offer the maximum level of performance and ride quality. The front features a 4� drop spring with a rate of 1100 lbs/in. These springs will offer a balanced feel and improved grip for any performance driving conditions. Springs come in sets of 2 with front bump stops, and are finished in gray powder coat. PROUDLY MADE IN THE USA.

[lolife99]

Do me a favor.
Please measure the before and after heights with these springs.
Most people have issues getting a good alignment with a 3" drop spring.

I'd like to know what you come up with.
Thanks.

[lolife99]

Maybe with the Hotchkis rubber snubber installed in the upper a-arm,... it will prevent the lower a-arm from dropping enough to let the spring fall over in the spring pocket,... when all the weight is off the front tires.

[W.I.P.72]

yeah I was thinking about that, I well just have to see when I get there tomorrow, ill get some pics...

[W.I.P.72]

So I installed the drop springs and drop shocks today, I will get pics in the morning. But I can tell you now that it did lower the truck just about 4 inches, I've got a small block so I am sure Hotchkis ment 4 in with a BB. But overall I love the look and it drives great. Also, it didn't mess with the camber as bad as I thought it would, still gonna get an alignment though.

[GoaterAz]

I'm assuming that you don't have front drop spindles?

[W.I.P.72]

Not yet, that will be with taxes this year, I am doing the disc conversion. By the way everyone sorry for the lack of photos, been super busy at work, I will try to get them up soon...

[Portmod7]

Originally Posted by lolife99

The front features a 2” drop spring with a rate of 1500lbs/in.

Originally Posted by W.I.P.72

The front features a 4� drop spring with a rate of 1100 lbs/in.[/COLOR][/I]

Is it just me, or is it interesting that the 2" drop springs are stiffer than the 4"? I would think it would be the other way around... With less travel available with a 4" drop spring, you'd think they'd need more rate to keep it from bottoming.

Very interested to see if you have any problems aligning your truck too.

[W.I.P.72]

The way I thought the springs worked is that generally they want to keep them the same size just allow them to be softer for more of a drop. FYI, I haven't rubbed once and I haven't been going easy, so thats a plus. Also, had it alinged, no issues.

[W.I.P.72]

Finally got some time to load some pics, sorry for the delay...

[Hotchkis]

Originally Posted by W.I.P.72

Finally got some time to load some pics, sorry for the delay...

Great looking Stepside, W.I.P. Glad you are happy with your springs.

[shawno72]

So what was the before and after measurements?

[W.I.P.72]

Originally Posted by Hotchkis

Great looking Stepside, W.I.P. Glad you are happy with your springs.

Thanks Buddy

Originally Posted by shawno72

So what was the before and after measurements?

I didn't do a measurement from the ground, but I measured from the top of the tire to the fender and it was about 3.5 inch difference. I have the 250 in it so I think that might be why i didn't get the full 4 inches.

[5567Cruiser]

Picture of my 67 CST LWB with Hotchkis 4" springs in Front and 5" in rear with short shocks,adjustable panhard bar, shock relocators, Alignment was straight forward,had a 4 wheel laser alignment done and it drives great with a somewhat firm ride but corners great. I don't plan on carrying heavy loads in the box.

[Ken.KBCA]

Originally Posted by W.I.P.72

No I got these ones, i saw those too. thanks for the heads up though.

http://www.hotchkis.net/6772-c10-fro...l-springs.html

Improve the looks, ride quality and control of your 1967-72 2wd C-10 pickup with a set of Hotchkis Sport Suspension Springs. These springs have been specifically designed by Hotchkis to offer the maximum level of performance and ride quality. The front features a 4� drop spring with a rate of 1100 lbs/in. These springs will offer a balanced feel and improved grip for any performance driving conditions. Springs come in sets of 2 with front bump stops, and are finished in gray powder coat. PROUDLY MADE IN THE USA.

Is the front spring loose at full droop? Also whats the specs on your front shock with that spring? Thanks

[zach_carver]

Originally Posted by W.I.P.72

Not yet, that will be with taxes this year, I am doing the disc conversion. By the way everyone sorry for the lack of photos, been super busy at work, I will try to get them up soon...

Your doing drop spindles as well as 4" drop springs??? Holy smokes.. I thought I was brave with a 5" drop up front.