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87chebby · 01-25-2011, 05:59 PM

I picked up a 87 Swb Tbi 350/700r4. Wanting some advise on some drops. Im thinking 4/6. Post some pics with which drop and what you used

chevymotocross · 01-25-2011, 08:49 PM

I have the same truck as you except with the 305 :-(

I installed 2.5'' western chassis drop spindles, 2'' Belltech springs, and a 6'' rear drop via flip kit and shackles. Also installed a western chassis notch. Fitment of all components were excellent.

87chebby · 01-25-2011, 09:07 PM

Why did you put a notch?

chevymotocross · 01-25-2011, 09:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 87chebby

Why did you put a notch?

It came with the kit. It isn't 100% needed with my drop, but it's nice to know if I put heavy weight in the back, the axle won't bottom on the frame.

slb1985 · 01-25-2011, 10:17 PM

Hey moto, I will be doing this drop also. what size tires are u running?

right now I have stock rallies and 275/60 about 28in tall tire and 9.5 or 10 tread width. Do u rub at all?
Posted via Mobile Device

Sorry for kinda hijackin your thread.

chevymotocross · 01-26-2011, 01:37 PM

Doesn't rub at all but I'm running wimpy 235/60/15 front and 255/60/15 rear. I plan on switching to rallies and 275/60 rear 255/60 front.

I'd say it might be darn close to rubbing with the 275 in the front though.

87chebby · 03-11-2011, 01:23 AM

Hey Chevymotocross, have you ever had any problems with your rocker arms coming loose or anything else. My truck overheated on my way to get parts to drop it and I ended up having to replace the intake so I put one from a 95 and ever since then the rocker arms are loose and im getting several engine codes. Id greatly appriciate any help you can give or point me in the right direction.

01-25-2011, 05:59 PM	#1
87chebby Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Arlington,Texas Posts: 9	New 87 Swb I picked up a 87 Swb Tbi 350/700r4. Wanting some advise on some drops. Im thinking 4/6. Post some pics with which drop and what you used

01-25-2011, 08:49 PM	#2
chevymotocross Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: East Haven, CT Posts: 882	Re: New 87 Swb I have the same truck as you except with the 305 :-( I installed 2.5'' western chassis drop spindles, 2'' Belltech springs, and a 6'' rear drop via flip kit and shackles. Also installed a western chassis notch. Fitment of all components were excellent. __________________ 87 Chevy 2wd SWB: 305/700r4 Dual Exhaust, K&N Filter, Injector Pod Spacer, TBI Spacer, Belltech Front Sway Bar, Corvette Servo, Western Chassis 4/6 and c-notch Last edited by chevymotocross; 01-25-2011 at 08:50 PM.

01-25-2011, 09:07 PM	#3
87chebby Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Arlington,Texas Posts: 9	Re: New 87 Swb Why did you put a notch?

01-25-2011, 10:17 PM	#5
slb1985 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Sandusky,OH Posts: 71	Re: New 87 Swb Hey moto, I will be doing this drop also. what size tires are u running? right now I have stock rallies and 275/60 about 28in tall tire and 9.5 or 10 tread width. Do u rub at all? Posted via Mobile Device Sorry for kinda hijackin your thread. __________________ 1987 R10 Silverado - Rusty But trusty Daily 1984 C10 Custom Deluxe - Newest Project Last edited by slb1985; 01-25-2011 at 11:44 PM.

01-26-2011, 01:37 PM	#6
chevymotocross Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: East Haven, CT Posts: 882	Re: New 87 Swb Doesn't rub at all but I'm running wimpy 235/60/15 front and 255/60/15 rear. I plan on switching to rallies and 275/60 rear 255/60 front. I'd say it might be darn close to rubbing with the 275 in the front though. __________________ 87 Chevy 2wd SWB: 305/700r4 Dual Exhaust, K&N Filter, Injector Pod Spacer, TBI Spacer, Belltech Front Sway Bar, Corvette Servo, Western Chassis 4/6 and c-notch

03-11-2011, 01:23 AM	#7
87chebby Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Arlington,Texas Posts: 9	Re: New 87 Swb Hey Chevymotocross, have you ever had any problems with your rocker arms coming loose or anything else. My truck overheated on my way to get parts to drop it and I ended up having to replace the intake so I put one from a 95 and ever since then the rocker arms are loose and im getting several engine codes. Id greatly appriciate any help you can give or point me in the right direction.



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