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Ryan Mills 07-15-2017 09:11 AM

better lowering struts?
 
Hey guys, I was just wondering if you know of any better lowering struts than the McGaughy's that I'm currently running. I think I have them about 1" lower than stock, but they are way too soft in my opinion. If I hit a dip after a bridge on the highway, the front end bounces 2-2 1/2 times before settling out. So, Anything adjustable out there? coilovers maybe? Thanks!!!

ToNasty 07-15-2017 10:47 AM

The belltech are a little stiffer but I think they're all pretty much the same

Feed 07-15-2017 06:25 PM

I have run belltechs on a regular cab and crew cab. I like them. They weren't bouncy.

Atomic Performance 07-15-2017 09:54 PM

I make a coilover bracket kit for these trucks and am a dealer for Viking to get you set up with everything you need for coilovers so you can tune the ride however you want ;)

https://atomicfabandperformance.com/...over-brackets/

ToNasty 07-16-2017 11:27 AM


Originally Posted by Atomic Performance (Post 5414348)
I make a coilover bracket kit for these trucks and am a dealer for Viking to get you set up with everything you need for coilovers so you can tune the ride however you want ;)

https://atomicfabandperformance.com/...over-brackets/

This is what he been wanting to do but I can't figure out the length and spring rate for the coilover

Atomic Performance 07-16-2017 05:46 PM

I can do all of that for you, I just need you to measure from the center of the wheel straight up to the fender as it sits right now and let me know how much drop you want ;)

ToNasty 07-16-2017 07:41 PM


Originally Posted by Atomic Performance (Post 5414411)
I can do all of that for you, I just need you to measure from the center of the wheel straight up to the fender as it sits right now and let me know how much drop you want ;)

I m already lowering struts and spindles but I want to ditch the struts for more adjustability

Atomic Performance 07-16-2017 10:51 PM

Sure thing, I just need you to measure how your truck sits right now. Ideally from the top of the spring shock perch on the frame to where the strut mounts on the LCA at the ride height you want. The other way is to measure from the center of the wheel straight up to the fender and tell me that and what lowering components you currently have.

I can get you set up with what you need, but I need to know one of those things to get you the right shock and spring.

ToNasty 07-17-2017 12:21 AM


Originally Posted by Atomic Performance (Post 5414443)
Sure thing, I just need you to measure how your truck sits right now. Ideally from the top of the spring shock perch on the frame to where the strut mounts on the LCA at the ride height you want. The other way is to measure from the center of the wheel straight up to the fender and tell me that and what lowering components you currently have.

I can get you set up with what you need, but I need to know one of those things to get you the right shock and spring.


Awesome. When I get the truck back I'll send you measurements

Ryan Mills 07-17-2017 09:26 AM

This is an interesting option! with the coilover brackets, is there any additional vibration or noise? Also, it does state that they're for the GMT900, but I'm assuming they will work on the newer model as well, correct?
When looking at the brackets, are the coilovers that show up under "bought together" or whatever the coilover that you would suggest?
I have no idea what spring rate I would need either.. I'm really interested, just need help!


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