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Just got an '84 C10...maybe 6.0 swap candidate

Old Mar 8, 2013 | 07:18 AM
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Thanks bro. Did you ever say how you got your truck that low?
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Old Mar 8, 2013 | 09:38 PM
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Originally Posted by kainedogg
Thanks bro. Did you ever say how you got your truck that low?
Me? I did 3" drop spindles (recommend 2.5" to clear 15" wheels) and 1" springs in the front for a total of 4". Rear was shackles and hangers. A flip kit would be cheaper and easier but would lower it one more inch for a total of 5" rear drop.
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Old Mar 9, 2013 | 10:19 PM
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Originally Posted by AGearHead4Life
Me? I did 3" drop spindles (recommend 2.5" to clear 15" wheels) and 1" springs in the front for a total of 4". Rear was shackles and hangers. A flip kit would be cheaper and easier but would lower it one more inch for a total of 5" rear drop.
Yes you, lol. Thanks. Any prices?
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Old May 1, 2013 | 04:43 PM
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Any more progress? I need more motivation for my truck...
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Originally Posted by kainedogg
Yes you, lol. Thanks. Any prices?
Hey kain! Not sure why I didnt get this message. I've got prices though. I just rebuilt my front end and will be posting a video of it once I get it edited. I found out that even the 2.5" spindles wont clear stock 15x8 ralleys. The control arm clears but the tie rod end hits.

2.5" McGauphy spindle = $250
2" McGauphy Spring = $150
Not sure on the flip kit. under $100 I think.
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Originally Posted by AGearHead4Life
Hey kain! Not sure why I didnt get this message. I've got prices though. I just rebuilt my front end and will be posting a video of it once I get it edited. I found out that even the 2.5" spindles wont clear stock 15x8 ralleys. The control arm clears but the tie rod end hits.

2.5" McGauphy spindle = $250
2" McGauphy Spring = $150
Not sure on the flip kit. under $100 I think.

Hey bro, I know you are a truck guy. Just got an '08 Silverado 3500 LTZ 4x4. Got the diesel bug again.
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Hey bro, I know you are a truck guy. Just got an '08 Silverado 3500 LTZ 4x4. Got the diesel bug again.
Daumn! thats a big *** truck! Nice! You still have the C10 right?

Actually I started out as a 3rd gen Camaro guy for about 15 years. I love all rides and got into trucks a couple years ago.
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Originally Posted by AGearHead4Life
Daumn! thats a big *** truck! Nice! You still have the C10 right?

Actually I started out as a 3rd gen Camaro guy for about 15 years. I love all rides and got into trucks a couple years ago.
Third gens are awesome. I still have the C10. Hope to have it done by September
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Originally Posted by kainedogg
Third gens are awesome. I still have the C10. Hope to have it done by September
Sweet! I'm trying to get my "Squirter" project into my 3rd gen in time to make LS Fest also. Hope I see you there then! Will you truck still be the same color as in the first couple posts?
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Old Jul 20, 2013 | 05:39 AM
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Originally Posted by AGearHead4Life
Sweet! I'm trying to get my "Squirter" project into my 3rd gen in time to make LS Fest also. Hope I see you there then! Will you truck still be the same color as in the first couple posts?
Good luck with your build. I will be following it. Especially since I want a T56 in my Lemans. The truck will be the factory red when I get done. Something cool about a little red truck.
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