How to lower rear after 4” shackle/hangar drop - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Houston Ben · 09-12-2018, 10:22 PM

Hi all,
Had a 2/4 drop, now have a 4.5/4 drop. Would like to lower rear 1”-2” more, any ideas how?

Thanks

**Palf70Step** · 09-13-2018, 07:54 AM

Easiest way would be to go back to factory hangers and shackles, then do an axle flip.

cochino12 · 09-13-2018, 09:08 AM

^^^ what he said

or you could remove a leaf or two

Houston Ben · 09-13-2018, 11:24 PM

That’s what I thought. I read mixed reports on if I need a C notch or not, is it necessary?

Tom · 09-14-2018, 03:38 PM

You can also de-arch the leafs, or buy lowered leafs.

PunishedC10 · 09-14-2018, 03:45 PM

You will want to C notch if the rear end is slamming up against the frame.

Houston Ben · 09-17-2018, 12:31 PM

Thanks all!

bbbc10 · 09-25-2018, 02:14 AM

I had 6" drop an didn't need a notch but if you plan to tow or haul stuff you will need one

bigblock73 · 09-25-2018, 12:24 PM

After doing a shackle/hanger drop years ago...then wanting to go lower, I took it all back out and did a flip. I would never recommend a shackle/hanger drop to anyone...just because it locks you in to that drop for the most part. With a flip, its easier to install and gives you more options to go lower in the future if you decide to.

Houston Ben · 09-30-2018, 05:26 PM

Thanks bigblock, I think I may take the overload spring out and put bags in later. IDK, we will see what I do.

09-12-2018, 10:22 PM	#1
Houston Ben Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: Houston Texas Posts: 713	How to lower rear after 4” shackle/hangar drop Hi all, Had a 2/4 drop, now have a 4.5/4 drop. Would like to lower rear 1”-2” more, any ideas how? Thanks __________________ 1986 C10, 2011 5.3 w/6L80, 3.42 w/ Detroit TrutTrac Build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=584532

09-13-2018, 07:54 AM	#2
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,223	Re: How to lower rear after 4” shackle/hangar drop Easiest way would be to go back to factory hangers and shackles, then do an axle flip. __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

09-13-2018, 09:08 AM	#3
cochino12 It followed me home? Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Yup Posts: 5,751	Re: How to lower rear after 4” shackle/hangar drop ^^^ what he said or you could remove a leaf or two __________________ Adam That's why they call it a shortcut Kyle, if it was easy it would just be the way. 86 c-10 SWB 85 CCSB 90 GMC K30 Crew SRW 1985 C30 Dually

09-13-2018, 11:24 PM	#4
Houston Ben Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: Houston Texas Posts: 713	Re: How to lower rear after 4” shackle/hangar drop That’s what I thought. I read mixed reports on if I need a C notch or not, is it necessary? __________________ 1986 C10, 2011 5.3 w/6L80, 3.42 w/ Detroit TrutTrac Build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=584532

09-14-2018, 03:38 PM	#5
Tom driving is in my blood Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Mesa AZ Posts: 5,748	Re: How to lower rear after 4” shackle/hangar drop You can also de-arch the leafs, or buy lowered leafs. __________________ -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.

09-14-2018, 03:45 PM	#6
PunishedC10 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Midland Texas Posts: 175	Re: How to lower rear after 4” shackle/hangar drop You will want to C notch if the rear end is slamming up against the frame. __________________ 1964 Coupe Deville(cruiser) 1966 Chevy II Nova 2door Hardtop 1985 C10 LS1/4l80e, Ridetech coilovers,22”Coys 2019 F-250 Platinum-Deleted/Carli Supension 37” MT’s 2000 Trans Am WS6, LS1/T-56, too many mods to list

09-17-2018, 12:31 PM	#7
Houston Ben Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: Houston Texas Posts: 713	Re: How to lower rear after 4” shackle/hangar drop Thanks all! __________________ 1986 C10, 2011 5.3 w/6L80, 3.42 w/ Detroit TrutTrac Build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=584532

09-25-2018, 02:14 AM	#8
bbbc10 Diggin The SquareLife Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: garland,tx Posts: 1,933	Re: How to lower rear after 4” shackle/hangar drop I had 6" drop an didn't need a notch but if you plan to tow or haul stuff you will need one

09-25-2018, 12:24 PM	#9
bigblock73 yeller Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 13,824	Re: How to lower rear after 4” shackle/hangar drop After doing a shackle/hanger drop years ago...then wanting to go lower, I took it all back out and did a flip. I would never recommend a shackle/hanger drop to anyone...just because it locks you in to that drop for the most part. With a flip, its easier to install and gives you more options to go lower in the future if you decide to. __________________ Jeff 73-87.com 73-87.com Facebook page 73-87 cab corner 6x9 speaker brackets for sale 67-72 cab corner speaker brackets for sale 47-54 cab corner speaker brackets for sale

09-30-2018, 05:26 PM	#10
Houston Ben Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: Houston Texas Posts: 713	Re: How to lower rear after 4” shackle/hangar drop Thanks bigblock, I think I may take the overload spring out and put bags in later. IDK, we will see what I do. __________________ 1986 C10, 2011 5.3 w/6L80, 3.42 w/ Detroit TrutTrac Build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=584532



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