I wanna level and drop my truck, HELP please
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I just want to level it out and do a drop that I can still fit 20's with no clearance issues. I have been told I could just buy some shackles for the rear from auto zone that will cost me 40$ and I can get 2 inches out of them. Is that enough to even level it out? I have I have also heard I could just remove the bottom leaf out of the rear and that will give some drop. Just let me know what the best way is of going about this for the front and rear. Thanks.
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2in drop shackles is all you need to level your truck. Removing leafs isnt always 2in, it depends on wich leaf you remove and how many leafs are in your pack. 2in drop shackles will be your best bet. You should be able to do a 3/5in drop with no issues on 20s while leveling it at the same time.
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For the rear you can get 4in drop shackles and hangers($150) or 2in drop shackles and move your hangers up on the frame 4in($50). Any one of these will do fine it just depends on your budget and skill level. |
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Thanks so much man:chevy:. I have the ability to do that stuff, and the tools. I just had no idea where to begin. My budget is kind of a joke compared to a lot of the people on here. I'm 16 and make minimum wage car hopping at a Sonic drive in. I plan to make the regular car club guys jealous when they see my truck in the parking lot once its all done.
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Welcome to the forum MrMilks. Since your on a low buck budget, let me offer some advice. If you don't mind some labor you can lower the truck 2/4 for the cost of a few bolts a new shackle set, and a days worth of sweat equity.
Up front you can cut one coil off of the spring and it will give you around 2" of drop. Note that I said "cut" the coil, not heat it. This is a proven method that will firm the ride with out making it too hash. In the rear, you can remove the the stock shackle and replace it with a lowering set. To gain 2" more (almost) you can remove the front spring hanger and move it up on the frame. This will require some trimming of the stock hanger and drilling new holes, but its a cheap way to get lower. |
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I just did mine, 2" Shackle and Flip Kit in the Rear, In the Front 2-1/2 Drop Spindles and 1 Coil cut of the Front Springs,
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Thanks for all the advice and tips guys. I'm waiting on my 2 inch shackles to come in as we speak and I will post pictures on the thread once I have the shackles on and the coils cut so you guys can see how she turned out.
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There 20 x 10 and 20 x 8.5 with 35 Profile Tires,,,, and yes I have a Wood Bed
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If you don't have access to an air chisel, you can also ground the heads off flat. Then use a punch and hammer to push it out the frame.... this could take a big hammer and some goos swings. :) But it will work, and that is how I did mine. If you have the means, I would remove the bed, as it will make it a lot easier to work in there when doing the hangers and give you more room. Just have 3 of your buddy's come over to help lift the bed. The more buddies the better.
Btw, clean truck and looks like you have a great start. I like the orange. I think working on cars is a great hobby to be into.... and welcome to the forum! |
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the fastest way ive found to get off the rivets is Xing the head and then using an airchistle to shear it off. then taking a BFH and knocking off the hanger
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I say keep it orange, but I am partial as I am thinking of painting my project 84 C10 orange as well. My first truck was an 85 chevy that I got when I was 15, and ended up driving it through college. That is why I have always liked the square bodies.
Give me a call if you ever have any questions doing the things mentioned above. I would be glad to help you and answer any questions you have along the way. |
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