Jump to content

2014+ Lowering / Drop Kits

mjw930

By mjw930
in Modifications & Accessories

 Share

Recommended Posts

bakerrr Enthusiast

bakerrr

Posted
Posted

First post here

Picked her about 2 weeks ago couldn't wait to start modifying it.

Just installed Belltechs 4/7 drop this weekend

It's low enough for the time being ??

 

08fde8aa7d372eb9b54bbc050a4ae963.jpg

2f01df0b2060c49c4c6774c1c6f0dba8.jpg

  • Like 6
  • Replies 3.4k
  • Created
  • Last Reply

Top Posters In This Topic

Popular Days

Top Posters In This Topic

Popular Days

Popular Posts

Heavy_Static
Heavy_Static

A few pics from last week:    

bakerrr
bakerrr

First post here Picked her about 2 weeks ago couldn't wait to start modifying it. Just installed Belltechs 4/7 drop this weekend It's low enough for the time being ??  

Nasty
Nasty

Posted Images

Cooldaddygroove Enthusiast

Cooldaddygroove

Posted
Posted (edited)

 

 

The DJM rear shocks are at best adequate. I definitely feel the rear is out of sorts compared to the factory bilsteins up front. .

:(

 

What is the reasoning behind changing the rear shocks versus just using lower shock mounts?

Edited by Cooldaddygroove
CrRdz Enthusiast

CrRdz

Posted
Posted

First post here

Picked her about 2 weeks ago couldn't wait to start modifying it.

Just installed Belltechs 4/7 drop this weekend

It's low enough for the time being

 

08fde8aa7d372eb9b54bbc050a4ae963.jpg

2f01df0b2060c49c4c6774c1c6f0dba8.jpg

Nice truck would like to have one

 

Sent from my SM-N920T using Tapatalk

93yukon Enthusiast

93yukon

Posted
Posted

I recently lowered my sierra with the mcgaughys 2/4 drop. I'm bottoming out the rear semi regularly. Is this a) due to the shocks as I am running the stockers without extenders or b) needing aftermarket bump stops instead of trimmed stock stops or c) both need to be addressed .also is it better to use a" lowered" shock or a stock spec shock with extenders?

Kamkaze Enthusiast

Kamkaze

Posted
Posted (edited)

I have a 16 Silverado 4x4 z71, im wanting to lower the rear to be level or just slightly higher than the stock front height, what is my best way to accomplish this. I read the whole thread and didn't see this discussed. Thanks in advance.

Edited by Kamkaze
07Softail Senior Enthusiast

07Softail

Posted
Posted (edited)

I recently lowered my sierra with the mcgaughys 2/4 drop. I'm bottoming out the rear semi regularly. Is this a) due to the shocks as I am running the stockers without extenders or b) needing aftermarket bump stops instead of trimmed stock stops or c) both need to be addressed .also is it better to use a" lowered" shock or a stock spec shock with extenders?

Both.... the stock shocks are too long and so are the bump stops. I personally do not like shock extenders so I went with bell tech 2210 Street performance shocks and cut the metal bracket off of the frame that the bump stop bolts onto and cut the rubber bumper also.

 

RT

I have a 16 Silverado 4x4 z71, im wanting to lower the rear to be level or just slightly higher than the stock front height, what is my best way to accomplish this. I read the whole thread and didn't see this discussed. Thanks in advance.

Regular Cab Short Bed?

 

RT

Edited by 07Softail
93yukon Enthusiast

93yukon

Posted
Posted (edited)

ty 07softtail , i called my guy today and should have everything ironed out tomorrow morning. that is what he was telling me too but I'm new to lowered trucks so just wanted to check on here to confirm

Edited by 93yukon
07Softail Senior Enthusiast

07Softail

Posted
Posted

Sorry crew cab short bed

Pull the block out between the axle and springs first to see if you like. It's 1 1/4" and then add shackles for more drop.

 

RT

93yukon Enthusiast

93yukon

Posted
Posted

happy to say i got aftermarket bumpstops put on and shock extenders and all is well. :cheers:

Kamkaze Enthusiast

Kamkaze

Posted
Posted

Ok thanks, that was the plan, I was just wondering if there was a proven drop already.

 

Pull the block out between the axle and springs first to see if you like. It's 1 1/4" and then add shackles for more drop.

 

RT

happy to say i got aftermarket bumpstops put on and shock extenders and all is well. :cheers:

Which bump stops did you go with?

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
 Share
Go to topic listing

  • Recently Browsing   0 members

    • No registered users viewing this page.

  • Forum Statistics

    250.5k
    Total Topics
    2.7m
    Total Posts

  • Member Statistics

    342,972
    Total Members
    8,960
    Most Online
    Whit.the.COB
    Newest Member
    Whit.the.COB
    Joined

  • Who's Online   1 Member, 0 Anonymous, 1,146 Guests (See full list)

  • Latest Articles

  • Posts

    • MikeBMW
      Installing tow mirrors

      By MikeBMW · Posted

      Yep! This should be a pin somewhere as @pgamboa really dives into all of this. Thanks for reposting the link!
    • Grumpy Bear
      TCM Tuning 6L80E

      By Grumpy Bear · Posted

      I did the new thermostat after doing a 'flip' for a year. Runs as cool one way as the other in the summer but in the winter there is a bit of a floor. Yellow with the new 70 C thermostat. My data over the life of the unit to date. Still need more cooler. Anyway that floor helped both winter fuel economy and shift quality in the winter. I found it a good balance.       
    • Grumpy Bear
      Food & Drink

      By Grumpy Bear · Posted

      Evan Williams Bottled in Bond   So pouring the last of a bottle of Evan Williams Black label last night I set off the the state store for a refill only to be denied the by an empty shelf. Rats.    What the did have was a bottle of Evan Williams Bottled in Bond. 100 proof. Hum, a few bucks more but a known distiller. Lets have a swing at it. ( I have before )    Cracked it open and pour a serving over ice. Hum.... more heat, yes. More alcohol naturally. But the barreling not the proof brings the taste and this one came up short.    Oh is was familiar but the heat ran the barrel over like a Peterbilt runs over a squirrel. Could use a heavier toasting of the oak me thinks or perhaps a longer barreling. Who knows. But what I can say is ice or a water back isn't the answer. What kills one kills them both. Sad. It is a pleasant drink....if you have little to compare it to.  
    • Grumpy Bear
      Bridgestone vs Goodyear tires?

      By Grumpy Bear · Posted

      I've had exactly one set of Bridgestone. Lasted five year and 125,000 miles and had I known better 15oK would have been a cake walk. I would have bought a like set had they not tripled in price since the first set. I removed them at said mileage with 5/32" remaining in dead even wear all four. They were fuel efficient, quite, comfortable and predictable.    Early on I got a very good alignment checked at least once a year, sometimes twice; kept the tires properly inflated, balanced and rotated. And I've found that many a tire issue can be avoided with great maintenance practices. Lot's of tire dealers will do rotation and balance (simple) for free for as long as you own the tire they sold you so no excuse not to.    Bead prep, alloy integrity and stem health have a huge impact on inflation stability. There are more mountings done poorly that perfectly. Finding a good tire guy is gold and as important as finding a tire you like.    That 3X price increase now two sets of "other tires' later is starting look like a bargain.      Bad maintenance kills more tires than bad tires. 
    • Grumpy Bear
      Wow I'm in a pickle. (Broke down truck) and a story.

      By Grumpy Bear · Posted

      Atlas, you kill me As aggravating as a project like this can be you have been unable to hide your fascination with learning and using that angst against this beast like a Ninjitsu Master. It amuses you, admit it now.      BTW, love your writing style. 😉       

  • GM-Trucks.com Clubs

  • Popular Contributors

×
×
  • Create New...