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Old 12-17-2013, 06:22 PM   #1
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Re: How bout some pictures of '73-'87 regular cab dually

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any one using the hanger/shackle kit to lower the rear? how much does it really lower by removing the overload leaf and this combo? and if using a flip kit i read it 8" is a notch really neccesary?
Shackle & hanger combo's typically yield 4" of drop. Removing the helper leaf is prob 1" or less.

When I measured my CC dually for the flip kit it would have left me w/about 1" between the axle tube & the bottom of the frame & a similar amount between the top of the differential (Dana 70HD) & the bed floor.
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Old 12-17-2013, 06:24 PM   #2
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Re: How bout some pictures of '73-'87 regular cab dually

Clunker.... What the stats on your build (drop, wheel/tire sizes, mods, etc...)?
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Old 12-18-2013, 01:09 PM   #3
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Re: How bout some pictures of '73-'87 regular cab dually

im trying to lower mine single cab and still be able to tow a car trailer, would i still be able to with a flip kit?


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Shackle & hanger combo's typically yield 4" of drop. Removing the helper leaf is prob 1" or less.

When I measured my CC dually for the flip kit it would have left me w/about 1" between the axle tube & the bottom of the frame & a similar amount between the top of the differential (Dana 70HD) & the bed floor.
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Old 12-18-2013, 02:23 PM   #4
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im trying to lower mine single cab and still be able to tow a car trailer, would i still be able to with a flip kit?
No 2 trucks are exactly the same. Knowing there's possible differences & w/o looking @ your exact set-up I'm only answering based on what my truck indicated.

Based on mine, shackle & hangers would work w/a air over leaf helper & stock frame rails for sure. With a flip kit, notching the frame would have been mandatory. But if that was done, towing wouldn't have been an issue since nothing was changed other than the flip.
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Old 12-18-2013, 02:26 PM   #5
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gotcha, thanks for the fast responce

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No 2 trucks are exactly the same. Knowing there's possible differences & w/o looking @ your exact set-up I'm only answering based on what my truck indicated.

Based on mine, shackle & hangers would work w/a air over leaf helper & stock frame rails for sure. With a flip kit, notching the frame would have been mandatory. But if that was done, towing wouldn't have been an issue since nothing was changed other than the flip.
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Old 12-17-2013, 06:40 PM   #6
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Sold about 8 yrs ago & guy just let it set up. Now the new owner has contacted us for details on its build & very excited to have it....good to see someone appreciate it again!
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Old 12-18-2013, 10:21 PM   #7
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Looking for a clean low mileage 73-87 single cab dually 2wd. I'm located in California but if the truck is right I will buy anywhere in the US. Must be clean, real clean.

This thread is full of great looking trucks, and this is a cool site. Glad to be here.
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Old 12-19-2013, 06:15 PM   #8
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Nice setup clunker! thats going to be a very cool truck. I like the fact you are running a taller tire in the front and rear than are usually ran. keep the pictures and progress coming.
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Old 12-19-2013, 10:17 PM   #9
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Man. That framework and suspension is totally awesome Clunker. Thanks for sharing!
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Old 12-23-2013, 04:00 PM   #10
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Re: How bout some pictures of '73-'87 regular cab dually

any one flipped a rear that has the casted spring perches?
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Old 01-14-2014, 12:26 AM   #11
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I just found a 77 on Craigslist looks kinda rough but its a factory black it red interior truck and those look so goodfixed up
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Old 01-17-2014, 12:38 AM   #12
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can someone tell me what shocks to use with the wester chassy flipkit, 82 c30
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Old 01-19-2014, 11:02 AM   #13
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I really really like this one. Same colors of my short bed before I started the restoration on it.
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Old 01-19-2014, 11:05 AM   #14
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Same truck as above repainted over a period of time. Not sure in what order. Said to be an old military converted dually.
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Old 01-19-2014, 11:06 AM   #15
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Old 01-20-2014, 11:49 AM   #16
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here are some of my 82


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Old 01-20-2014, 12:40 PM   #17
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about 3 in the front 7.5/8 in the back
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Anybody have any advice or tips for me? My truck is posted here and it's 2wd. I'd like to lift it a little. Any advice is appreciated.
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Really like the way the RC Dually's look. I'm hoping I can find a 2wd 454/auto one to add to my collection soon.
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For all you 4X4 guys out there. I found this rig on eBay. 1987 K30 with a 350 and 4 spd manual. 21,496 original miles! It was an old fire truck. Link: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Chevrolet-Ot...US_Cars_Trucks
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I Love regular cab duallys! This is an awesome thread. We have one at our farm but its not a regular dually lol. 1984 Chevy K20 with dually adapters on the rear axle. Has a 350 and 4 speed with 4WD and also a flatbed a grille guard. Pretty nice truck but we rarely use it.





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Old 03-19-2014, 11:30 PM   #23
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For all you 4X4 guys out there. I found this rig on eBay. 1987 K30 with a 350 and 4 spd manual. 21,496 original miles! It was an old fire truck. Link: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Chevrolet-Ot...US_Cars_Trucks
all those changes and no a/c
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Old 03-20-2014, 10:57 PM   #24
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For all you 4X4 guys out there. I found this rig on eBay. 1987 K30 with a 350 and 4 spd manual. 21,496 original miles! It was an old fire truck. Link: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Chevrolet-Ot...US_Cars_Trucks
That's different. 87 truck with the 70's style trim and paint. Hmmm. Also it says it has a tuned port engine. Not seeing it anywhere.
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nice pics !!!!

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