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oldblue1968chevy · 06-01-2010, 10:26 AM

im running jeep coils with no bed right now, it rides about the same (still, no bed) id say the haulability is not the same because the jeep coils spring diameter is smaller i'll letcha know when i get my bed on ima put an ATV back there and see how it squats)

ol_skool_chevy · 06-01-2010, 04:16 PM

3" drop CCP springs Front with 2" drop Spindles...6" CCP springs in back...215-70-17 tires
Im planning to bag it someday
Its just a driver for now

Frizzle Fry · 06-03-2010, 03:21 AM

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Originally Posted by ol_skool_chevy

3" drop CCP springs Front with 2" drop Spindles...6" CCP springs in back...215-70-17 tires
Im planning to bag it someday
Its just a driver for now

That looks great! One question: are you sure those are 17" wheels? They look like 15's from here. If they are 17's where did you get the 17" stamped steel wheels?

halfcockedcustoms · 08-18-2010, 11:27 PM

any more?

Psykosteven · 08-19-2010, 03:32 PM

My '65: ECE rear drop kit with one inch block, belltech 3" drop spindles and 2" drop springs in front with one coil cut out.

chevy_mike · 08-19-2010, 03:45 PM

3" dropped springs front, unknown drop rear. PO changed to leaf springs with an flipped shackles and dropped shackles. Axle is about 2" off the frame. Tires are 235/70-15 front, 255/70-15 rear.

tripleD · 08-19-2010, 08:57 PM

6 in the rear and 3 in front

66coffin · 08-22-2010, 01:36 AM

Here's mine soon to be DD with 5.25/5.50-17's She's got 2000 Jeep Wrangler springs in the back with 2.5" drop spindles and 1 and a half coils cut up front. Bags coming soon for the rear... it's still too high back there for my taste... Nose-up, a$$-down!!

fleetsidelarry · 08-22-2010, 09:38 AM

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Originally Posted by MalibuKasey

Ok so I have to ask.... for those running Jeep coils.... and please be honest.... hows the ride quality? Ive heard its not bad.... but you just cant haul anything is that true? Im thinking of a 5.5/7 static drop for the 66 and this is an option....

Malibu, I'm running CPP 3" drops in the rear and I have to tell you that, in my opinion, based on what I've been reading, they are simply jeep coils in disguise. The wire size is a fraction of my original springs. Yes, they ride great, but they don't have any carrying capacity, I ended up investing in air bag helpers so I could haul stuff once in a while. For all I spent, I would have had a good start on a true airbag system.

CenValyCali · 08-22-2010, 02:25 PM

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Originally Posted by 66coffin

Here's mine soon to be DD with 5.25/5.50-17's She's got 2000 Jeep Wrangler springs in the back with 2.5" drop spindles and 1 and a half coils cut up front. Bags coming soon for the rear... it's still too high back there for my taste... Nose-up, a$$-down!!

Wow, I've never seen another newer style truck with artillery's on it. Your truck looks great. I like the way the bias ply also adds to the truck. Your right were I'd like to be

with my truck. Thanks for sharing.

scot 6 feet eleven · 06-24-2011, 09:32 AM

no bags----my 65 is sitting on a 94 chevy full size pickup frame channelled

**tazattitude** · 06-24-2011, 12:49 PM

I mocked up my bed last week and drove it on the road for the first time.

Front is 5 inches (2" spindle, 3" spring)
rear is 7" (5" spring, 2" block angled for the pinion angle). There is no bed floor which will be wood and no rear bumper and tailgate. So I figure it will be about 1 to 1 1/2" lower from what is shown in the pics.

66redw/white · 06-24-2011, 01:50 PM

scot 6. that thing is wicked low man! ive been wanting to do somethin like that to my blazer for a while now. did you do anything to the suspension?

fryer1979 · 08-08-2011, 04:55 AM

Thought I would bring this one back up since it is a pretty good reference for height ideas, and we seem to be getting some new members. My '65: front 3" McGaughty's (sp?) springs with 1 coil cut off, and rear 5" springs from same company. Soon to come: 2.5" CPP spindles (sitting in my shop), and likely a 1 or 2 inch spacer in the rear with a notch and adjustable track bar.

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NorthstarGMC · 08-08-2011, 05:09 AM

6 pages an NO mention of what Jeep springs/coils people are using? Let's see some specs. There are quite a few Jeep models. Which ones work the best?

fryer1979 · 08-08-2011, 05:13 AM

I believe it is a rear coil spring from an 80's cherokee (I could be wrong though, it's only what I have been told). Gives about a 3 inch drop in the rear.

enick72 · 08-09-2011, 12:15 AM

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Originally Posted by NorthstarGMC

6 pages an NO mention of what Jeep springs/coils people are using? Let's see some specs. There are quite a few Jeep models. Which ones work the best?

TJ coils - Wrangler, 97-2006

**joedoh** · 08-09-2011, 12:36 AM

no bags, yet

NorthstarGMC · 08-09-2011, 05:58 AM

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Originally Posted by enick72

TJ coils - Wrangler, 97-2006

Fronts or rears? I know it's popular to take front ZJ coils and put then in the back for a budget lift, but putting them on old trucks is new to me. Is there a write up or FAQ on making this happen?

66redw/white · 08-09-2011, 08:57 AM

joedoh. is that thing on s10 wheels? i seem to remember one time reading about somebody puttin one of these trucks on an s10 frame. was that you?

**joedoh** · 08-09-2011, 11:04 AM

yep, thats on an s10 frame.

enick72 · 08-09-2011, 01:59 PM

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Originally Posted by NorthstarGMC

Fronts or rears? I know it's popular to take front ZJ coils and put then in the back for a budget lift, but putting them on old trucks is new to me. Is there a write up or FAQ on making this happen?

rears. I have a set to put in, just waiting for my drop spindles to get here to do the whole job at once.

tmills213 · 08-09-2011, 07:36 PM

before and after.

cut one coil about 2-3" drop
rear: 98 tj 4 cyl springs drop about 4-5"

This was a camper special with the overload half leave and hits on the bracket on hard bumps unfortunately

gcwhite · 08-10-2011, 05:11 PM

Here is mine. 2.5 spindles,3inch springs in the front and 5inch springs in the rear. With 235/75/15 tires.

1Bad62Pro/Street · 08-11-2011, 12:09 AM

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oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Post Pics of your Static Drops!! im running jeep coils with no bed right now, it rides about the same (still, no bed) id say the haulability is not the same because the jeep coils spring diameter is smaller i'll letcha know when i get my bed on ima put an ATV back there and see how it squats) __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

06-01-2010, 04:16 PM	#127
ol_skool_chevy Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: Hillsboro, Oregon 97123 Posts: 1,300	Re: Post Pics of your Static Drops!! 3" drop CCP springs Front with 2" drop Spindles...6" CCP springs in back...215-70-17 tires Im planning to bag it someday Its just a driver for now Attached Images __________________ Measure with a yard stick Mark with Chalk Cut with a torch Built it yourself, don't count on others to to do it for you or with you. It will never get done

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halfcockedcustoms Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Rushville IL Posts: 117	Re: Post Pics of your Static Drops!! any more?

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Psykosteven Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: TEXAS Posts: 1	Re: Post Pics of your Static Drops!! My '65: ECE rear drop kit with one inch block, belltech 3" drop spindles and 2" drop springs in front with one coil cut out.

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chevy_mike Never Ending Projects Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 3,836	Re: Post Pics of your Static Drops!! 3" dropped springs front, unknown drop rear. PO changed to leaf springs with an flipped shackles and dropped shackles. Axle is about 2" off the frame. Tires are 235/70-15 front, 255/70-15 rear. __________________ . 1965 C10 Panel, Tiki Express http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=506580 SOLD 1968 Chevy C10, Long, Fleetside, Hot Rod Hauler http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=313233 SOLD 1965 Chevy C10, Long, Fleetside, Hot Rod C10 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=415702 SOLD We were given two ears and one mouth for a reason... listen twice as much and speak half as often...

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tripleD Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: newport,nc Posts: 234	Re: Post Pics of your Static Drops!! 6 in the rear and 3 in front Attached Images __________________ triple d

08-22-2010, 01:36 AM	#133
66coffin Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: diamond bar, calif. Posts: 206	Re: Post Pics of your Static Drops!! Here's mine soon to be DD with 5.25/5.50-17's She's got 2000 Jeep Wrangler springs in the back with 2.5" drop spindles and 1 and a half coils cut up front. Bags coming soon for the rear... it's still too high back there for my taste... Nose-up, a$$-down!! Attached Images __________________ '66 c10ish straight 292 power!

06-24-2011, 09:32 AM	#136
scot 6 feet eleven Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: southdakota Posts: 179	Re: Post Pics of your Static Drops!! no bags----my 65 is sitting on a 94 chevy full size pickup frame channelled Attached Images

06-24-2011, 12:49 PM	#137
tazattitude Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Largo, FL Posts: 532	Re: Post Pics of your Static Drops!! I mocked up my bed last week and drove it on the road for the first time. Front is 5 inches (2" spindle, 3" spring) rear is 7" (5" spring, 2" block angled for the pinion angle). There is no bed floor which will be wood and no rear bumper and tailgate. So I figure it will be about 1 to 1 1/2" lower from what is shown in the pics. __________________ TAZ BUILDS 1966 GMC Suburban 1963 GMC Suburban Patina frame-on FOR Sale 1966 C10 Short Bed (2010-11) Monthly Updates 2015 C10 Pics with my '72 Montego GT 429/521 build 1963 Pro Street C10 back halved. Frame off I did back in 1990 Pics / Video

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66redw/white made in america Join Date: May 2010 Location: baton rouge la Posts: 653	Re: Post Pics of your Static Drops!! scot 6. that thing is wicked low man! ive been wanting to do somethin like that to my blazer for a while now. did you do anything to the suspension? __________________ 2005 gmc sierra- 4/6, t56, cammed 5.3. 4.10, big bars, and brakes. sounds good 1964 c10-283 powerpack, 3 on the tree 2004 corvette- lowered, borla, tuned. slow my old girl 1966 c10- 305v8, t-5 sold

08-08-2011, 04:55 AM	#139
fryer1979 Redneck Hillbilly Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Backwoods Posts: 1,307	Re: Post Pics of your Static Drops!! Thought I would bring this one back up since it is a pretty good reference for height ideas, and we seem to be getting some new members. My '65: front 3" McGaughty's (sp?) springs with 1 coil cut off, and rear 5" springs from same company. Soon to come: 2.5" CPP spindles (sitting in my shop), and likely a 1 or 2 inch spacer in the rear with a notch and adjustable track bar.

08-08-2011, 05:09 AM	#140
NorthstarGMC Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Michigan Posts: 44	Re: Post Pics of your Static Drops!! 6 pages an NO mention of what Jeep springs/coils people are using? Let's see some specs. There are quite a few Jeep models. Which ones work the best? __________________ 1963 GMC Wideside powered by a LH2 32v Northstar

08-08-2011, 05:13 AM	#141
fryer1979 Redneck Hillbilly Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Backwoods Posts: 1,307	Re: Post Pics of your Static Drops!! I believe it is a rear coil spring from an 80's cherokee (I could be wrong though, it's only what I have been told). Gives about a 3 inch drop in the rear.

08-09-2011, 12:36 AM	#143
joedoh Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Doodah Kansas Posts: 7,746	Re: Post Pics of your Static Drops!! no bags, yet __________________ the mass of men live lives of quiet desperation if there is a problem, I can have it. new project WAYNE http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=844393

08-09-2011, 08:57 AM	#145
66redw/white made in america Join Date: May 2010 Location: baton rouge la Posts: 653	Re: Post Pics of your Static Drops!! joedoh. is that thing on s10 wheels? i seem to remember one time reading about somebody puttin one of these trucks on an s10 frame. was that you? __________________ 2005 gmc sierra- 4/6, t56, cammed 5.3. 4.10, big bars, and brakes. sounds good 1964 c10-283 powerpack, 3 on the tree 2004 corvette- lowered, borla, tuned. slow my old girl 1966 c10- 305v8, t-5 sold



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08-09-2011, 11:04 AM	#146
joedoh Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Doodah Kansas Posts: 7,746	Re: Post Pics of your Static Drops!! yep, thats on an s10 frame. __________________ the mass of men live lives of quiet desperation if there is a problem, I can have it. new project WAYNE http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=844393

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tmills213 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Normal il Posts: 173	Re: Post Pics of your Static Drops!! before and after. cut one coil about 2-3" drop rear: 98 tj 4 cyl springs drop about 4-5" This was a camper special with the overload half leave and hits on the bracket on hard bumps unfortunately Attached Images

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gcwhite Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Dallas,Oregon Posts: 77	Re: Post Pics of your Static Drops!! Here is mine. 2.5 spindles,3inch springs in the front and 5inch springs in the rear. With 235/75/15 tires. Attached Images __________________ 1998 K3500 Crew Cab-daily driver 1987 1ton Blazer 1982 2WD Blazer 1970 C3500 dump truck There is NO replacement for displacement!!!!

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