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#1054397 09/06/2014 10:11 AM
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My '49 panel is going up and 4x4. My TF 1957 1 ton pick up , I am thinking about dropping it. I am not going to body drop as to not touch the body much on this truck.
This build is a cheap build. I am into the truck for less than scrap price. Eventually a V8 of some sort will go in , but for now the 235 is running good , so I'll run it under original power. There is a 283 in the shop that was a beast from an ol gasser. but I might use that in panel truck and 455 in the tf . I dont yet know about the fate of the 455.
I dont want to modify the stock suspension much if at all. Aside from the hood , this truck is very close to stock.
I have to buy new shocks. while shopping I started thinking about stance.... I want it a couple of inches lower.
I have considered a couple options...
1 axle flip.... change the way the axle mounts to the spring.
2 spring to frame flip. Take the springs and mount them to the top of the frame.
3 Some sort of replacement spring... junk yard options .... jeep 2" springs from 6 cylinder ... maybe...
4 (your suggestion here)

how about this option

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You are being very budget conscious, so pick the option that fits your wallet.


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I talked to sid from www.dropped axles. 4" drop in front and 3" in back. Cost about 800 total. Very easy drop and which did not change suspension. Price included adjusting steering linkage. cheaper if you only go 3".

Chris


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