Thread: Lowering a Chevy Truck

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Thanks for all the info. I would be ok doing 2" in the front and 4" in the rear. I would like it to sit level. Can I get spring brackets for the rear to lower it 4 inches? Also is it normal to have to notch out the box for clearance? I have no problem modifying it. I just want to do it correct.

Dave thanks for the feedback on my website.


Jason
www.TherkelsenRacing.com

I lowered my son's 84 Chevy with spindles and hanger/shackles. I think the spindles we used were 2.5 inches and the hanger and shackles were 4 inches.

We did not need to C-notch the frame in the rear and stock length shocks worked OK.

There were a few modifications required.

The first was on the front brake lines. The steel portion where the line attaches to the caliper had to be bent for clearance with the spindle. This is pretty heavy tubing and took a little work to bend and not kink. Go slow and work the bend a little at a time.

Also, the front spring hangers are riveted to the frame. These are tough to get out. You really need to drop the gas tank to get to the rivets.

The longer rear shackles will usually interfere with one of the bed cross-members and it will need to be notched for clearance. If you were just going to do shackles, you could probably do it without pulling the bed. If you're going for the front hangers I would pull the bed.

Keep in mind that messing with the rear springs could change the pinion angle on the rear end and you would need to check that also. The angle on my son's truck didn't change.

Here's a picture of my son's truck.

Mike

That is awesome! That is what I want my pile of junk to look like. Where can I get a grill like that? Most don't cover the headlights. Thanks for the added info. I wasn't sure about notching the box. Now i can start my parts search.

Jason
www.TherkelsenRacing.com

Jason

That grille was made by T-Rex. It's called a Phantom Grille. Sorry, I can't remember where I ordered it. Do a web search on T-Rex and Phantom and you should get some hit's.

The hood came from Keystone. They make aftermarket body parts for body shops. Check with your local shop and see if they can get you one delivered on their supply truck. The shipping on hoods is pretty high.

Mike