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73-87 Chevy _ GMC Trucks => Brakes, Frame, Steering & Suspension => The Lows (Lowering/Drops) => Topic started by: bnhall on October 31, 2016, 02:58:24 pm
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Ok guys, I need some advice. I have a 1982 Chevy Shortwide C10 with a 350. I have purchased the DJM upper and Lower control arms and the 6" flip Kit from bell tech. I also purchased the CPP big brake kit installing all new 13" disk brakes all around. Ok here is the question, The CCP BBK came with new spindles what I didn't know is those spindles have a 2 1/2" drop in them. Can I still use the upper and lower control arms from DJM Because they have the deep spring pocket built in giving them a 3" drop. I am wanting a 4 to 5" drop in the front and a 6" drop in the back. I am also wanting to run 20x10, 285x50x20 in the front and back. Will i have any road clearance issues if i go with a rim and tire this tall. also will i have any problems alining the front end?
Thanks
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Can I run DJM lowers with a 2.5" drop spindle?
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It is not good practice to run a dropped arm and a dropped spindle at the same time.
The bottom of the factory arms get pretty close to the ground with spindles. Mine are a bit over 3" off the ground at the lowest. Dropped control arms lower the spring pocket even further - this could be dangerous on the street; don't do it.
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Ok guys, I need some advice. I have a 1982 Chevy Shortwide C10 with a 350. I have purchased the DJM upper and Lower control arms and the 6" flip Kit from bell tech. I also purchased the CPP big brake kit installing all new 13" disk brakes all around. Ok here is the question, The CCP BBK came with new spindles what I didn't know is those spindles have a 2 1/2" drop in them. Can I still use the upper and lower control arms from DJM Because they have the deep spring pocket built in giving them a 3" drop. I am wanting a 4 to 5" drop in the front and a 6" drop in the back. I am also wanting to run 20x10, 285x50x20 in the front and back. Will i have any road clearance issues if i go with a rim and tire this tall. also will i have any problems alining the front end?
Thanks
You wont like 285 all the way around. Its going to pull hard at every notch in the road. a 50 series tires is most likely going to rub if you have tire wells still. If you want 4 in the front go with either the spindle and a 3/4 ton spring with one coil cut or the control arms.
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Thanks for all the advice. Returning the lowers, next question can you mix lower and upper control arm manufacturers? Like DJM uppers and CPP LOWERS?
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Thanks for all the advice. Returning the lowers, next question can you mix lower and upper control arm manufacturers? Like DJM uppers and CPP LOWERS?
I wouldn't suggest it. Its like using lowering springs from two different companies, too many variables, fitment issue ect. What do you plan on doing now?
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I have two options keep the DJM upper tubular control arm and buy a stock lower control arm, send both upper and lower control arms back and go with a different manufacturer, Like CPP. Only thing is they are way more expensive!$$$$
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Any suggestions?
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I have two options keep the DJM upper tubular control arm and buy a stock lower control arm, send both upper and lower control arms back and go with a different manufacturer, Like CPP. Only thing is they are way more expensive!$$$$
Honestly, I would go with CPP modular spindle with a 3/4 ton factory spring, cut one coil. it will give you a 4-4.5 inch drop in front. Less work, and the ride is really good. Dont stick with factory 1/2 ton springs they are too spongey and will not give a good ride.