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Here is mine. Bad thing is I picked up the truck after getting done over a week ago and it has been at the dealership because of the shaking and problems I am having. Hopefully will find out something soon. The tech was like 'man I don't know what it could be.

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A few pics from last week:    

bakerrr
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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 ??  

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Texas Xtreme New Member

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I have a 2014 6.2 auto 6 speed Denali. I did the 2" shackles and took the block out. I have a humming sound and it seems to axle wrap. Would shims help this just looking for ideas? Thinking about throwing the blacks back on.

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y0ureviltwin Enthusiast

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Had the belltech 6401 kit installed with rear wheel liners, so far so good, except im getting a click sound when im backing into a parking spot at times.

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Devon Cormier Enthusiast

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On my 2014 i noticed a bolt running through my leaf springs and my blocks.. I have the belltech shackles but in order to remove the block as well that bolt needs to come out but it is just free spinning and the head of the bol is inside the welded tab on top of the axle. HELPPPP

DirtyMarcus Enthusiast

DirtyMarcus

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On my 2014 i noticed a bolt running through my leaf springs and my blocks.. I have the belltech shackles but in order to remove the block as well that bolt needs to come out but it is just free spinning and the head of the bol is inside the welded tab on top of the axle. HELPPPP

When you remove the block you have to lower the axle from the leaf springs. The bolt isnt welded. You simple get a socket to fit the nut, then get a pair of channel locks to hold the bolt head and unscrew it. You will have to lower the axle all the way and lift the leaf spring with a jack to get the bolt out because its pretty long. I dont remember having to remove that bolt just for shackles though, unless you are adding shims. In which case my shims came with instructions on how to do this.

IMPALADAKID Enthusiast

IMPALADAKID

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I just ordered the Belltech 984 2/3 drop for my truck. I decided on it because they have been around for a long time, the drop will not require any major cutting on a new truck like some I have seen. It should have a more sporty look without sacrificing stock ride quality, or running into driveline issues.

http://www.summitracing.com/parts/BEL-984

Slo281 Enthusiast

Slo281

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Had the belltech 6401 kit installed with rear wheel liners, so far so good, except im getting a click sound when im backing into a parking spot at times.

Nice wheels bro lol

 

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wantavant Enthusiast

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Sorry guys, I have read this whole thread and I'm still confused. I am looking to lower my 15 4wd Denali and was wondering if it is possible? I would love a 3/5 drop but would settle for a 2/4? I haven't seen a lowered Denali on here yet. Any help is appreciated. Thanks!

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y0ureviltwin Enthusiast

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Has anyone who has used lowering shackles and removed the factory block have noise coming from the rear of the truck, sounds like a pop or clunk noise, it only happens when im backing and turning or hitting a bump, went to the dealer and they said they found some loose bolts on the suspension and tightened them down but drove around and can still hear it.

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IMPALADAKID Enthusiast

IMPALADAKID

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Has anyone who has used lowering shackles and removed the factory block have noise coming from the rear of the truck, sounds like a pop or clunk noise, it only happens when im backing and turning or hitting a bump, went to the dealer and they said they found some loose bolts on the suspension and tightened them down but drove around and can still hear it.

Maybe a u-joint. You might need to shim the rear a couple degrees at the rear of the spring pad to align the rear back with the rest of the drivetrain. The shackles would have caused it to turn down as they pushed the springs up in the back. I am doing the entire kit including the front spindles. I am going to get it back together, and see how much shim I need to correct the angle.

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