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blazins10 04-18-2013 10:31 AM

3 in lowering block for coil springs rear
 
looking for a nice 3 in block for coil spring rears
like those aluminium 2 in versions ,
already have 2 by 3 box block but im putting it back togeather for the last time
and want sumthing nicer looking
does anyone make them?
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N2TRUX 04-18-2013 11:25 AM

Re: 3 in lowering block for coil springs rear
 
I don't know if any one makes a 3" block. You need to consider that might create scrubline issues in the event of tire failure. If your running a 15" rim it is not advised to go more than a 2" block.

blazins10 04-18-2013 03:12 PM

Re: 3 in lowering block for coil springs rear
 
not worried about scrub line on a bagged and body dropped
truck and ive already have 3 in blocks and have 15 steelies without any issues and i have 22s too just looking for a nicer set of blocks as stated before ,
can anyone make a nice set ?
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TexasSteve 04-18-2013 03:24 PM

Re: 3 in lowering block for coil springs rear
 
Take your 2" bock to a CNC shop & ask them to duplicate in a 3" version. Might need to adjust the top angle to keep the pinion angle good though. I used to be a CNC machinist & that wouldn't be hard to do at all.

blazins10 04-18-2013 04:16 PM

Re: 3 in lowering block for coil springs rear
 
good idea , ive already put a email into taylor at mmw to see , ive set the angle with a 3 in block installed so i just need a block , i can make a nicer block out of steel but i kinda wanted a billet one lol

SCOTI 04-18-2013 04:33 PM

Re: 3 in lowering block for coil springs rear
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by blazins10 (Post 6019934)
not worried about scrub line on a bagged and body dropped
truck and ive already have 3 in blocks and have 15 steelies without any issues
and i have 22s too just looking for a nicer set of blocks as stated before ,
can anyone make a nice set ?
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You haven't had a flat I guess.

Reyals Bemus 04-18-2013 08:37 PM

Re: 3 in lowering block for coil springs rear
 
My truck had 3" blocks in the rear when I bought it. Had 15" wheels too. Got a flat one time, and just barely didn't drag the bottom of the u-bolts along the road. I got rid of all that and did proper drop spring. Still have the blocks though if anyone wants em.

T Smith 04-18-2013 08:57 PM

Re: 3 in lowering block for coil springs rear
 
He should be OK with the 22" rims but that much block may look kinda funny from behind, just my opinion.

blazins10 04-19-2013 01:07 AM

Re: 3 in lowering block for coil springs rear
 
if u drive a bagged truck high enough to see the blocks u dont
need the bags , and really are 3 in blocks so much worse than 2 in ones ?
i only have the 15s as extra rollers
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T Smith 04-19-2013 08:02 AM

Re: 3 in lowering block for coil springs rear
 
my bad

N2TRUX 04-19-2013 10:39 AM

Re: 3 in lowering block for coil springs rear
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by blazins10 (Post 6021238)
if u drive a bagged truck high enough to see the blocks u dont
need the bags , and really are 3 in blocks so much worse than 2 in ones ?
i only have the 15s as extra rollers

As previously stated, yes 3" blocks are a safety issue with 15" rims. If your running 22's then its a non issue.

If you want assistance and information we are glad to offer it. You can check the attitude at the door.

ratty65 04-24-2013 03:36 PM

Re: 3 in lowering block for coil springs rear
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by Reyals Bemus (Post 6020599)
My truck had 3" blocks in the rear when I bought it. Had 15" wheels too. Got a flat one time, and just barely didn't drag the bottom of the u-bolts along the road. I got rid of all that and did proper drop spring. Still have the blocks though if anyone wants em.

If in decent shape let me know how much and i may be interested in taking them off your hands.

nachodog2 04-27-2013 03:03 PM

Re: 3 in lowering block for coil springs rear
 
Try summit racing, bought some 3 and 4" from there before.
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blazins10 04-27-2013 04:20 PM

Re: 3 in lowering block for coil springs rear
 
summit doesnt sell them for coil spring/trailing arm trucks only leaf spring trucks but thanks for the suggestion

Reyals Bemus 04-27-2013 05:09 PM

Re: 3 in lowering block for coil springs rear
 
$30 shipped for the pair of 3" blocks I just pulled out. They're not pretty but they're strong.

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