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Heavy_Static
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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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blownZ71 Enthusiast

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Whats up Fellas!. Newbie here. Here is my blacked out 15 Sierra Elevation Edition. I just wanted to post my setup in case anyone else was thinking of running a similar set up. Im currently only running 2" belltech shackles in the rear. Wheels are 22x9.5 with 31mm offset. Tires are 305/45/R22 Grabber UHP. No Vibrations, bottom out or rubbing, even on full lock. Hit me up with any questions.

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What kind of wheels are those? Where did you get them?

jon_solo New Member

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So original measurements were 36.5F and 39.75R which led me to purchase a .25" replacement block, but turns out they were able to just remove the factory block and do the shackles which ended with 37F and 37.5R. I guess it pivots some when lowering the back which makes sense now that I think about it. I'll get some pics when it stops raining but it looks level to the naked eye, rides the same and improves the look for sure. It's a good use of $250 for parts and labor.

 

Now if I could just find some reasonable color matched door handles and mirror caps in onyx black :) Parts department wants $350 for parts and $300 to paint.

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Blownz71

They are made by Verde custom wheels. Invictus v24 model. I've been getting a lot of positive comments on them. They also come in a 24" if your looking for that look. I opted for the 22 with a beefy tire. They are also available in a gloss black with the milled accents. I was really torn with the color because I know the black also would have looked killer on my black truck but the murdered out black truck is bit over used in my town. I wanted something to offset the black a bit. Came out good I think.

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Goatherd Enthusiast

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So, is a 2/4 drop the limit for a daily driven 2016 4x4 rcsb? Thinking about buying the DJM2515-2/4 kit, are the shocks DJM sells good?

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So, is a 2/4 drop the limit for a daily driven 2016 4x4 rcsb? Thinking about buying the DJM2515-2/4 kit, are the shocks DJM sells good?

 

I hope not, I intend to be daily driving my DCRB 4x4 at 4/7 in a couple weeks. I know hoowybrow was dailying a DCRB 4x4 with a 6/9 drop up until the winter.

 

As for DJM shocks, I haven't had any firsthand experience with them but I heard negative things. I went with Belltechs for now, may go with something a little more fancy in the future.

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The DJM site says "not recommended for 4x4" on every kit lower than 2/4, but if it works, I would like to be at least 3/5.

Good to know about the shocks, Belltechs it is. I'm sure I can figure out what size I'll need.

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What is the maximum rear drop without having to go to a flip kit?

 

It seems like manufacturers call it a 4" drop but in reality it's less. 2" shackles and 1.25" adds up to 3 1/4" in my world. Any thing more requires and flip kit which I am choosing to avoid and because I like the rake. If you absolutely have to have it level you won't be happy if you drop the front at all.

 

After 5000 km's I'm happy with my choice of DJM 2" lower control and 3.25" rear kits. The DJM rear shocks are at best adequate. I definitely feel the rear is out of sorts compared to the factory bilsteins up front. I intend change them out and bolt on a Helliwig sway bar in the near future.

My front spoiler has taken a bit of a beating. :(

blownZ71 Enthusiast

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It seems like manufacturers call it a 4" drop but in reality it's less. 2" shackles and 1.25" adds up to 3 1/4" in my world. Any thing more requires and flip kit which I am choosing to avoid and because I like the rake. If you absolutely have to have it level you won't be happy if you drop the front at all.

 

After 5000 km's I'm happy with my choice of DJM 2" lower control and 3.25" rear kits. The DJM rear shocks are at best adequate. I definitely feel the rear is out of sorts compared to the factory bilsteins up front. I intend change them out and bolt on a Helliwig sway bar in the near future.

My front spoiler has taken a bit of a beating. :(

Any chance you have a picture of your front set up with the new control arms? Also, if the DJM shocks are that bad, any idea of a particular shock or size that would be better suited for this application? I figure I might as well do it right the first time.

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I installed a McGaughys 5/7 drop on my 15 Sierra single cab and the after the install the driveshaft doesn't go back on. Has anyone had this issue

65Wetdog Enthusiast

65Wetdog

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I installed a McGaughys 5/7 drop on my 15 Sierra single cab and the after the install the driveshaft doesn't go back on. Has anyone had this issue

 

Go back and read Darth_Vader's posts in this thread. Posts # 589 and #602.

65Wetdog Enthusiast

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Any chance you have a picture of your front set up with the new control arms? Also, if the DJM shocks are that bad, any idea of a particular shock or size that would be better suited for this application? I figure I might as well do it right the first time.

I can snap a pic later today. Not much to see under there really.

I believe the Belltech's are a better shock. The DJM's are ok and considering they cost what, $80 or something I'm not complaining or surprised.

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