Re: How about some pics of Static Dropped C-10's
1 Attachment(s)
Quote:
|
Re: static drop pics
Quote:
|
Re: How about some pics of Static Dropped C-10's
Quote:
|
Re: How about some pics of Static Dropped C-10's
Nice stance
|
Re: How about some pics of Static Dropped C-10's
Quote:
Quote:
|
Re: How about some pics of Static Dropped C-10's
1 Attachment(s)
Quote:
|
Re: How about some pics of Static Dropped C-10's
Any of you guys running a 4/6 drop have issues with hitting the stops? My shop is saying if I go over a 2/3 drop on my '70 c10 longbox I am going to have issues of hitting, and a 2/3 drop in my opinion does nothing for the stance. I don't want to notch the frame if I can avoid it. A whole lot of nice looking rides on here!!!
|
Re: How about some pics of Static Dropped C-10's
I had a 3.5/5 before going with air and would notice the rear would hit the cut down bump stops on a large bump, but nothing too bad (no notch). I'd imagine you'd be hitting the bump stops pretty regular with a 6" rear drop. But that will also depend on the company you buy the springs from. Some companies will advertise a drop based on out-of-the-box height while others will advertise their drop based on a settled suspension which can take months to get there. I don't know which companies drop is out-of-the-box vs. settled though, so good luck.
I wouldn't imagine a long bed would make much difference on the drop, but I doubt a 3" or even a 4" drop would be a problem with bump stops. |
Re: How about some pics of Static Dropped C-10's
It also depends on spring rates. One company's 5" spring might have a lower spring rate to allow it to compress more than another company's 6" spring that has a higher spring rate when hitting bumps, or being loaded down.
That being said, my only experience with drop springs has been with Early Classic's 6" drop springs for the rear. I cut down my bump stops with no notch and never bottomed out unless it was loaded down and I was driving like an @ss. I did add 2" lowering blocks later with a CPP bolt-in notch and it was even better then. |
Re: How about some pics of Static Dropped C-10's
Almost ready to put the body back on! 68 c10
https://i.imgur.com/YB8EJ8Q.jpg https://i.imgur.com/1zz8HKS.jpg |
Re: How about some pics of Static Dropped C-10's
1 Attachment(s)
I have to say there are some great looking trucks on here, it has my head spinning on which direction I want to go now haha. Getting ready to lower my 66. Are there any drop spindles that will enable me to keep my drum brakes? Everything I find requires a disc conversion. I’m looking to do a 4/5. Thanks!
|
Re: How about some pics of Static Dropped C-10's
Quote:
There aren't any drop spindles for drum brakes. Why not just make the disc brake swap? |
Quote:
Posted via Mobile Device |
Re: How about some pics of Static Dropped C-10's
1 Attachment(s)
'71 work in progress. Currently at 4.5/7 drop with spindles/springs/blocks/shock relocation. Once I get new wheels and tires I have shorter springs for a 5.5/7 drop. It needs to have the driveshaft shortened a bit before I can get it back on the road.
|
Re: How about some pics of Static Dropped C-10's
2 Attachment(s)
New paint and wheels. Drop spindle in front and flip kit in back with 1.5 -2 inch block
|
Re: How about some pics of Static Dropped C-10's
1 Attachment(s)
I call her Brick :D
I've got new shocks, springs, and away bars going on tomorrow, all around. |
2 Attachment(s)
This is Loki
Posted via Mobile Device |
Re: How about some pics of Static Dropped C-10's
Quote:
|
Re: How about some pics of Static Dropped C-10's
1 Attachment(s)
my 64 with 5.5"/8" drop
|
Re: How about some pics of Static Dropped C-10's
2 Attachment(s)
My 85 Silverado
4/6 Belltech with 3/4 coil cut |
Re: How about some pics of Static Dropped C-10's
2 Attachment(s)
67 Gmc 4/6
|
Re: How about some pics of Static Dropped C-10's
1 Attachment(s)
For the guys running 4"/6" or 5"/7+" how do they actually ride? Please be honest. I just picked up a '66 Suburban and I am really torn on Static or Air suspension. I want to be able to travel.
I'm considering a 2.5"spindle with 2" spring and then 6" spring out back so I can use a block if it needs to go to 7" to level it out. Obviously a notch and shock relocators and good shocks. Or just Bag it Thoughts? |
Re: How about some pics of Static Dropped C-10's
Quote:
|
Re: How about some pics of Static Dropped C-10's
2 Attachment(s)
Quote:
Quote:
When you get past 4/6 static drops using OE geometry/pick-up points, the driving experience diminishes quickly. 4/6 is usually the most you should drop for mostly trouble free driving. Once you pass that mark, those lower control arm pivot points (& bottom of the front x-member) get real close to mother earth. The lower they are, the closer you need to pay attention to the bumps & dips in the road surface. Air can offer better ride quality & definitely offers adjustability as mentioned. But air alone doesn't improve ride quality if you're bottoming out unless you're adjusting it. Set the ride up w/proper clearance & either choice works well. I drive my stuff low (5/7 or more). With no mods, it does suck on crappy roads. Static or air doesn't make a difference if you're bottoming out. To make it better, I use a modified factory or aftermarket raised front x-member. It allows for the more aggressive drop I like while provide additional ground clearance. The additional ground clearance is only part of it though. Once you have the aggressive drop w/a modified or raised x-member, you now will most likely need some raised fender wells so the tires don't constantly buzz. Same for the rear.... C-sections provide some clearance but not much. They also can impact using a truck as a truck to some degree. Usually w/C-sections the differential gets closer to the flooring & can hit on the 5/7 drops. That can also be remedied... w/more work. Target a minimum of 3" clearance to your bump-stop @ the lowest point of rear suspension travel on the road for trouble free driving. How low w/a good ride is impacted by how much will you modify. In the pics below, my 74swb bottomed out. A lot. The dually is a little lower than the 74 was but never bottoms out. The difference is the mods (raised x-member, shock mounts, rear rails, wheel wells, bed floor) |
Re: How about some pics of Static Dropped C-10's
1 Attachment(s)
Quote:
|
All times are GMT -4. The time now is 03:40 AM. |
Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.11
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions Inc.
Copyright 1997-2022 67-72chevytrucks.com