Will Coughlin wrote:
> Anybody have any opinions on wich suspension company to but from? Western
> chassis, DJM, belltech, hotchkis, AIM ? Good or bad experiences? What about
> the ball joints in the front? Is it really that hard to get the rivets off
> in the rear? Anybody have pics of a 3/5? Thanks,
>
> Will Coughlin willcoughlin@hotmail.com
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I have the Western Chassis Kit on my truck for 2-4 drop. I don't know what the
roads are like where you live but I don't recommend a 3-5 unless you do a c
notch....
you also need to make sure your tires are inside the wheel wheel lips. Even a
2-4 does not give you a whole lot of travel....even if you do (and will have
to) change out the bump stops for pancakes. Handles like a Fu&&er though!
The rivets aren't too bad....start out center punching each rivet and drill
each one with a 1/8" then a 1/4" drill. Drill into the rivet about 3/8
deep....then you'll be able to
knock the rivet head off with a hammer and chisel. Don't use a grinder with a
cut off wheel it makes a mess of everything. Some guys take the bed off but I
didn't.
I'd check with the guys who have the Hotchkis....It may give you a better ride
with the Sport Leaf they have. I'm running the special valved shocks they
sell.....they are the best I've used.
Regards,
Bob
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