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Title: 82 chevy stepside lowering project
Post by: Jakes82 on November 21, 2007, 11:01:08 am
im thinking about lowering my truck 3/5 inches. is that pretty good? i was thinking about using a flip kit and 3in drop spindles. is that the best way to go about this? and another problem this is a stepside and the rear wheel is really wide and the fender lip looks like it will rub. i thought about cutting the lip out from the inside and it would give it a lil bit of room. i need help and any tips this is my first time so THANKS!!!!
Title: Re: 82 chevy stepside lowering project
Post by: Captkaos on November 21, 2007, 05:40:25 pm
How much is what you personal preference is.  Do you want it level, slight rake or a noticable rake?
what you listed is fine.  DJM is the only place that makes a 3" spindle. (nothing wrong with them, just pointing it out.)
Title: Re: 82 chevy stepside lowering project
Post by: VileZambonie on November 21, 2007, 07:18:38 pm
Cutting looks like crap IMO to make tires fit. Whether it's to fit bigger tires or whatever it just doesn't look good. Why not go with front spindles and rear shackles and see how you like it.
Title: Re: 82 chevy stepside lowering project
Post by: cruppert77 on November 24, 2007, 08:01:02 am
I have a step side with a 3/5 drop, and I fit 325/50-15 in the back without rubbing, or trimming.
Title: Re: 82 chevy stepside lowering project
Post by: 79shortbed on November 24, 2007, 08:07:26 am
im running lower control arms up front with cut springs...

i like the control arms over spindles because the arms keep your wheels sucked in and the spindles push them out
Title: Re: 82 chevy stepside lowering project
Post by: bigblock73 on November 29, 2007, 08:02:51 am
Chris, Bell Tech also make a 3" drop spindle...I have them on Yeller.
Title: Re: 82 chevy stepside lowering project
Post by: Captkaos on November 29, 2007, 09:21:55 am
Thanks Jeff, I forgot those were available.
Title: Re: 82 chevy stepside lowering project
Post by: izzys75 on December 07, 2007, 07:02:11 pm
what ever you do, don't cut the fender. The metal is alot stronger with that bend, removing the bend will only leave the fender flimsey. the fender will raddle and vibrate when you are driving. you can always go wit on offset rim and still have a wide tire.