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Old 07-17-2007, 07:35 AM   #1
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More drop and Pics... whatch'a think?

Hey guys,
I spent the day dropping her yesterday... I still have somethings to work out; but this is what I have so far. The pic's are from my phone (so not the best of quality)... what's your thoughts?
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Old 07-17-2007, 07:36 AM   #2
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Interested in selling ? That truck is awesome man.

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Old 07-17-2007, 07:37 AM   #3
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Other than replacing the dumbo mirrors with factory sport mirrors...I wouldn't change a damn thing!! Looks excellent, and I love the drop!!
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Old 07-17-2007, 08:20 AM   #4
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I like the color- kind of looks like Chryslers pearl in those pictures and the wheels really set it off. The mirrors didn't bother me until Jeff mentioned it and then my eyes wouldn't leave them alone. LOL. BTW- where is your exhaust exiting? Is the ride still good for a daily driver?
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I like the stance. Sit's nice.
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Old 07-17-2007, 08:38 AM   #6
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I like the color- kind of looks like Chryslers pearl in those pictures and the wheels really set it off. The mirrors didn't bother me until Jeff mentioned it and then my eyes wouldn't leave them alone. LOL. BTW- where is your exhaust exiting? Is the ride still good for a daily driver?
Thanks man... The color is stock Chev. white- what your are seeing is the reflection from the sun. I will be getting rid of the mirrors when ever I save enough to get it repainted. As far as the ride... NO it's not good for a DD; my fronts are rubbing on the top inside right now at the slightest bumps. If it was bagged... then it could be a good DD. Btw- the exhaust exits before the rear axle.

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Old 07-17-2007, 09:08 AM   #7
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Great looking truck. About all I would change is the shields behind the wheels. I'd rather see drum brakes than a cover. I don't even mind the dumbo mirrors!
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Old 07-17-2007, 11:29 AM   #8
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So how much drop do you have now then? Also what heaight tires are you running?

I think it looks great, but if you are hitting there's NO WAY I could ever go that low, we got some crappy roads.

I like it, I'm a fan of the dumbo mirrors, yet I love the sport mirriors also.

Paintjob? man it looks great I don't think it needs one. Then again I aint seeing it in person, they may be small issues you know of that we don't and I know what you mean there.
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Man, that looks sweet!!
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Old 07-17-2007, 12:00 PM   #11
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man,you nailed it.........."perfect stance".........now what?
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Looks great!
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I like it...including the Dumbo ear mirrors.

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Now that's kick butt!!! you got it Anthony. yeah ditch the elephant ears and go with the sport mirrors or even those small peep mirrors that mount on top of the doors??? are you gonna stick with the egg crate grill or update to a billet grill? she's looking good
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If you do ditch the egg crate grill I'll buy it!
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Now that's kick butt!!! you got it Anthony. yeah ditch the elephant ears and go with the sport mirrors or even those small peep mirrors that mount on top of the doors??? are you gonna stick with the egg crate grill or update to a billet grill? she's looking good
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Thanks... I will be doing the sport mirrors when ever I get it painted... and I'm sticking to the stock grill- hense keeping the classic look.

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Old 07-17-2007, 02:28 PM   #17
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man,you nailed it.........."perfect stance".........now what?
Ummm.. not for sure yet- I gotta stop the front tires from rubbing first.

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I think your stance, drop, rake and overall the 'tuck job' is right on. That's what I think.

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... As far as the ride... NO it's not good for a DD; my fronts are rubbing on the top inside right now at the slightest bumps. If it was bagged... then it could be a good DD. ...
Maybe modding the inner fenders is next. Then bags...

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... The mirrors didn't bother me until Jeff mentioned it and then my eyes wouldn't leave them alone. LOL. ...
Here you go wolfewerx, POOF....
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Old 07-17-2007, 03:30 PM   #20
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That thing is bad a**. I love that truck. That thing is so freakin awesome.

Dang got the truck editor drooling. Heck just change the mirrors and it should be perfect. Holycrap, don't change a thing.
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Looking great Anthony! Love that truck!
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Again,


what's the total drop front and rear now? How tall are your tires?
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what's the total drop front and rear now? How tall are your tires?
Sorry man..... thought u werent interested because u said above u cant go this low anyways. Its approx. 6/8 drop.... tires are approx. 28'' & 29'' tall- hope this helps you.
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Oooh, I liiiike that.....:happy:
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Old 07-18-2007, 12:15 AM   #25
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Thanks, man it's no biggie, I figured ya just looked over it.

yea seems like a 6 inch front drop is way too much for this area, maybe a show only vehicle, or around the block.

I'm wanting to do a 3/5 or 4/6, leaning more towards a 4/6 but that costs more to get the front down.

I freakin love it though, you got the perfect look and stance though.


I think my tires are smaller though, they are 255/60-15's not sure on their overall height.
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