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Old 02-17-2017, 05:34 PM
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Default Coilovers for the front of nnbs 07-13 2wd

Can someone steer me in the right direction to get coilovers on the front of my 2008 rcsb. Anyone have pics? What brand? What's the spring rate?
I have a 5/7 drop on it now and want coilovers. I have the brackets from procomp already. TIA
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Here's the thread dedicated to the swap. Might be able to find the info you're looking for.
https://www.performancetrucks.net/fo...estion-516946/

Where did you get the brackets from?
Do you have a part number?
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I'm pretty sure madman makes a bolt on kit for that body style
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Does madman have a thread going for his kit?

Blown your set up is pretty sweet.
You had mentioned it was too heavy and over built for your application, would you think it would be suitable for a street application?
I like the set up, seems simple. IIRC, I don't think strong arms are compatible to my 07 Tahoe.
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Atomic makes some brackets that I am currently testing for him. Should have parts available shortly.


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Oh wow, very nice.
What are the specs on the material? Thickness as well as what material it is?
Would he make them in kit form, not welded?
Looks like a joy to weld up. Not that I don't trust his welds but being a weldor they would be fun to tig weld.
Do you have a shot of the flat side?

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They are mild steel, 3/16" thick. For the prototypes I had enough material cut to make 2 sets; he has one and the other I have already welded and powdercoated.
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Cool, thanks for the info.
How many do you plan on making?
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After three6 confirms the fitment and function on his I will probably order enough for 10-15 sets at first and keep them in stock from then on. How quickly are you wanting some?
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Sounds good.
I'm in no hurry. This has been a lingering idea for a while and I'm planning on dropping my Tahoe this summer or sooner.
What price point are you aiming for?

three6,
What coil overs are you using?
What are your drop specs?

Thanks guys



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