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Old 02-10-2009, 12:26 AM   #1
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Post Pics of your Static Drops!!

I would like to see pics of everyone static drops no matter how radical or ghetto they are. I'm thinking about buying a 5/7 drop kit from a supplier, but wanted to see one on an actual bodystyle like ours first. All I get is pics of 67-72 trucks. Also, can you guys shoot me in good directions for kits. All I have found is one supplier for the 5/7" drop. Thanks.
It would be cool if you guys had before and after too.
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Old 02-10-2009, 12:30 AM   #2
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This is early classics stance photo Link they only go to 4/6
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Old 02-10-2009, 12:34 AM   #3
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3.5/5 (2.5 spindles, 1 inch coil, 5 inch rear coils) BEFORE / AFTER / STINKBUG LOOK
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Old 08-29-2018, 03:57 PM   #4
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3.5/5 (2.5 spindles, 1 inch coil, 5 inch rear coils) BEFORE / AFTER / STINKBUG LOOK
can i get some details on the setup, tires and wheel sizes? looks great.
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Old 02-10-2009, 12:45 AM   #5
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What was the setup in the second picture? The third picture - what did you do? Put the rear back to stock and slam the front? Are those 20's?
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Old 02-10-2009, 12:49 AM   #6
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What was the setup in the second picture? The third picture - what did you do? Put the rear back to stock and slam the front? Are those 20's?
First pic is no drop (stock), Second is 3.5/5 (finished), third is front (3.5) rear (stock). Yes those are 20x8.5 Boyd Coddington Smoothie II's
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Old 02-27-2021, 12:03 PM   #7
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First pic is no drop (stock), Second is 3.5/5 (finished), third is front (3.5) rear (stock). Yes those are 20x8.5 Boyd Coddington Smoothie II's
did you do a crossmember swap to use coils upfront? i have a 62 all stock with torsoion bars looking to lower
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Old 02-10-2009, 12:53 AM   #8
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Re: Post Pics of your Static Drops!!

here is my 66.. REAR: Custom boxed and welded c-notch 5 inch drop springs/drop shocks/custom panhard bar with custom mounts/ 3 inch blocks.. Total of 8 inch static in the rear.. Going to put in 250 pounds of lead on my frame for a total of 9 in rear.. FRONT: 2 inch drop coil.. (I think) somewhere between 2 and 3 in the front..

Drives?? Like butter.. power steering and disc brakes.. Stop, steers and goes down the road like a cadi. Love it.. Some done by me and the rest by Drop Shop in Portland.
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Old 02-10-2009, 12:55 AM   #9
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Looks good all 3 ways. Nice truck! and thank you for the reply.
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Re: Post Pics of your Static Drops!!

Thanks guys. YOu got one up in the back and the other down in the back. I like the different styles!

BIRD7263 - Do you have problems with the back end bottoming out over bumps or down the feeway? I like ho your wheels are tucked under the stepsides.. what are the wheels and tire size? Are they just some stock steel wheels off of?
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Old 02-10-2009, 10:53 PM   #11
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Thanks guys. YOu got one up in the back and the other down in the back. I like the different styles!

BIRD7263 - Do you have problems with the back end bottoming out over bumps or down the feeway? I like ho your wheels are tucked under the stepsides.. what are the wheels and tire size? Are they just some stock steel wheels off of?
I have NO problems down the freeway.. Like I said, it drives like a Cadi.. Very smooth and never scrapes or bottoms out.. I have owned several of these 63-72 chevy trucks..This is how we do it and keep the best ride... My rear fender is just under 21 inches off the ground..

Now for my wheels.. They are stock steel 15 inch wheels off of a 71 impala. Then I bought 3 1/8 bullet center caps off of ebay for $20

Drop coils.. Just start looking around.. Several companies make them.. They are all over Ebay.. Some times if you type in 67-72 it makes them easier to find..

Like chevytrucknut said.. You can make your rear 3 inch blocks easy.. I have a guy here in Portland that makes the steel blocks for $10 and then the Makes the u-bolts for around $40.. Easy way to keep your stock ride and budget good.. I could have ya a set made and shipped if you want..
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Old 02-10-2009, 12:59 AM   #12
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Where are you guys getting these 5" drop springs" "drop shockS" and blocks? I cant find any site that has them in 5"
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Old 02-10-2009, 01:45 AM   #13
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Rear u bolts and blocks can be made for about 40-60 bucks. I have mine made at 11 inches. That allows for a 3 inch block. I also have 4 inch lowered coils in rear and cut front coils.
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Old 02-10-2009, 02:12 AM   #14
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Chevytrucknut - Man the wheels on both of your trucks is what ive been searching for. Where do I get a set? The wheels on the black truck look killer. Do you have a side shot of the orange truck? I like the centers on it.
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Old 02-10-2009, 03:28 AM   #15
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Thanks...the wheels are vette style ralleys.The black truck has the "police" centers and the other has the vette/chevelle style. The wheels are made by vintage wheel and they are available at many tire shops.15x8's with 225/60 in front 15x10's with 275/60 out back.
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Old 02-10-2009, 10:03 AM   #16
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Here's my truck...with the "mutilated coil spring drop" (PO) ....
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Here's my '62. The rear has 4" drop coils, the front has a 2" drop coils with another coil torched off, on a '73 front suspension. (about 3-4")....
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Old 02-10-2009, 02:42 PM   #18
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...3/4 drop,1"drop springs with 2 1/2 drop spindles,front, 4" coil rear....
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Jeep coils in back. 1" drop springs up front. Both found on Craigslist for less than $50 for them both. Currently she is blown appart and will go back together with bags.


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Okay, that is by far the best looking stance I have seen. What is your tire sizes? Well done man that thing is gorgeous!
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Lets See Some Static Drops An Details Focused On The 1960-62s Please. I Have A 62 I'm Looking To Do A Static Drop On.. Not Sure If Going The Full Disc Brake Swap Or Just Torsion Bar Tweaking. I Also Will Be Pulling A 13ft Vintage Camper. So Thinking Maybe C Notch For Travel Or Not
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Lets See Some Static Drops An Details Focused On The 1960-62s Please. I Have A 62 I'm Looking To Do A Static Drop On.. Not Sure If Going The Full Disc Brake Swap Or Just Torsion Bar Tweaking. I Also Will Be Pulling A 13ft Vintage Camper. So Thinking Maybe C Notch For Travel Or Not
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spindles with the T-bars turned down a little. 15 x 8 inch wheels. 255-60-15 front and 275-60-15 rear. 4 inch lowered rear coils. No C-notch.
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Hey bro hows it going ,, I was wondering what size of tires are on your truck , I want to put white walls but not sure what size to get ,, I'm going to drop my truck 5" rear and 3" front,, I had thought of 215/70-15 ? , what do you think?
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Hey bro hows it going ,, I was wondering what size of tires are on your truck , I want to put white walls but not sure what size to get ,, I'm going to drop my truck 5" rear and 3" front,, I had thought of 215/70-15 ? , what do you think?
That sounds like a good size. I'm running 215/65r15's.
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That sounds like a good size. I'm running 215/65r15's.
All right , thanks Joe That helps alot ,
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