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Old 05-29-2011, 01:26 PM
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I missed your last couple posts. Details on the steering components? I like that Budnik wheel too.

Any more updates?

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Old 05-30-2011, 09:50 AM
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The column, shaft and u joints are Flaming River. The box is a AGR. I have been working my butt off so havnt time to work on truck but guess making money for it. Thks i bought the steering wheel to match my wheels.
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Old 06-21-2011, 08:00 PM
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I got get front end down some how.....
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Old 06-22-2011, 07:59 PM
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Any suggestions for gettin the front end down another 2 to 3 inches. I already have lower spindles and springs. I prefer not to bag it. Thks
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Old 06-23-2011, 10:55 AM
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On those trucks, the only way to do it is with spindles and springs. WHat drop springs do you have in there now? 2" or 3"? I think DJM makes dropped control arms. Other than that, the only other option is bagging it.

Question: What size tire are you running in the rear? Thats a 20" wheel, right?
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Old 06-23-2011, 12:32 PM
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I have 2" drop springs on it now and I looked into the DJM control arms but was told they won't work with drop spindles...the rear tires are 20s. 305/50/20s on a 20&10. 255/45/18s on front on a 18&8. I was thinking about bagging it but have coilovers on back with 4 link.
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Old 06-23-2011, 03:30 PM
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I would think with a 2" spring up front, , with a 2" drop spindle, it should be lower. Whenever I lowered that body style 4" in the front, it seemed to sit lower.

You can always try a 3" spring. Bagging it is an option, and fairly simple with the cups. But then, you will have to get all the air management. Valves, compressors, tanks, etc...
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Old 06-23-2011, 04:23 PM
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I wonder if u could use the DJM control arms with 3" springs. I don't want bag it cause I plan to drag race it alittle. I will have to try a few things and see if it changes anything. A 4" drop does seem like it would sit lower thou. Idk
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Old 06-23-2011, 05:20 PM
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How close are the arms to hitting the bump stops? Having the spindle would be better, for a better ride and stuff. If your willing, you can always cut those springs down some and see where it sits. Especially if you have some room before the control arm hits the bump stop.

Now you have me really wondering why your truck seems to sit high for a 4" drop. Either way, it is a very nice truck and the rear tires look sweet!
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Old 06-23-2011, 08:27 PM
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I am thinking about tryin the 3" springs and go from there.
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