Re: Lowering Blocks

From: Bob Nichols (bnich@bellatlantic.net)
Date: Sat Oct 24 1998 - 17:42:42 EDT


jsm@iglou.com wrote:
>
> >Went to Poop boys today to get some 2" lowering blocks to level out my
> >rearend. All they had were Aluminum ,
>
> Coming out of lurk mode.... I too pondered how to go about lowering the
> rear of my Dak. I thought about blocks but decided against using them.
> Instead I went with 2" shackles from Sport Truck Direct. They are made
> by Western Chassis and IMHO worth the extra $$$. Made the truck almost
> level. Still a little higher, but not much, in back.
>
> Now I'm seriously thinking about getting their 2" hangers, actually 1" 1
> 1/2" 2" choice, and 2" A-Arms for a 2" x 4" overall drop. I realize this
> is not a cheap way to go, will need new shocks too, but I think being
> able to keep the basic suspension components more or less stock is
> important to longevity.
>
> I also got a rear roll pan (fiberglass) with flip-up plate mounting and
> light kit from Trader's. If all goes well it will be on the truck this
> afternoon(Tues). However, I have to say the so-called template for the
> flip-up plate and light kit are not to size.
>
> I took some pictures before the 2" drop and will take some after the pan
> install. And when I do the additional 2" front and back will take some
> more pics. I don't have a web page, but when all is done I will make the
> pics available for anyone that wants to see them.
>
> Then it will be tires. I'm thinking of getting 245 60's when it's time
> to retread. Any comments, pro or con, on that size for the Sport 7"
> rims? Stock is 215 75's In-slick-tas.
>
> Of course the basic disclaimers for Sport Truck Direct and Trader's
> apply.
>
> Steve
> Lou-a-vul
> jsm@iglou.com
>
> 97 Sport V6 CC Auto

Steve, Any Updates on your lowering project? Just looking for input, I'd
like to do somthing with mine soon. Bob



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