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- Опубликовано: 28 фев 2019
- This is (Episode 4) of the #ETCGDadsTruck Series.
This is the conclusion of how to lower the rear suspension 4” on a 1990 GMT400 pick up truck (1988-1998) by relocating the rear leaf spring. This is not an axle flip, so you don’t have to notch the frame.
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Never get tired of watching someone wrenching on old Chevy's...it's therapeutic...
Cool!!! I can't wait to try it!!!
Don't be disappointed with the drop, the leaf springs have relaxed and over time will settle and you will probably get close to the advertised ride height. Keep up the good work! Always love to see some of your tricks when working on older vehicles.
I did a similar kit. My rear settled after driving it after a few miles. It settled down another 1”. Total drop just under 4”
its 4 inches is probably compared to stock height, not worn out old suspension height.
@@PandaMan02 my thought exactly!
@@PandaMan02 that way of thinking would apply if the kit replaced the springs with new ones but his kit reused the worn out factory springs and moved the mounts up. The springs have relaxed by not having weight on them, they will settle down to the advertised drop.
1) I'm definitely staying dirty. 2) I've started hollering "I win" when I get something to finally come off or go on. It gives me a boost of happy. Thanks for saying it enough that I caught on!
Good one! That air chisel is oddly satisfying to watch!
Man, I took a break trying to get front hangers off my pops 70 Ford stepside. I could not get those suckers to break free. After seeing you use the same process and having success, gave me confidence to get mean with pry bar and air hammer the seam. After partial hearing loss, and pissing off all neighbors, Yay, success! Thank you. 81 chevy SWB next...
Another AWESOME video man, you really make it look easy . Thanks for taking the time to do these its really a big help. Keep up the good work brother !
I truly appreciate the "Dezz Nuttz" reference from Eric. Eric S, Eric O & Scotty "Money Pits" Kilmer always have me entertained with their years of certified knowledge & sense of humor. Oh, cannot forget ChrisFix.
Thanks for your time and help. I've got a 1999 Chevy Silverado that I'm slowly doing a drop in it and your a great help with the videos
Literally just got done watching the first episode and was searching for this episode when I got the alert
Chiseling bolt or rivet heads is suuuch a cathartic experience especially when your chisel is sharp. Like cuttin' buttah! :)
Great job!! I did the same thing on my Tahoe. But I for sure got the full four inch drop. I love the way she looks!!
Looks very good. Perfect. And keep the truck still very usable.
Loving this series so far. Can't wait for more
hi eric thanks for all the videos man love these ol trucks
Thank you!
Love this “building dads truck series”!! 👍🏼 great job Eric
Thanks!
Great look Eric and great work love it ♥️♥️!! Makes me miss my old square body even moreee
Ughhh I'm loving this series but damn you I need MOAR. Keep up the good work cant wait for the new videos
I'm editing as fast as I can. ;)
At work with this playing and I laughed out loud at the “de’s nuts” haha
Very nice . Glad the truck is not too low , it looks better at that height and is still a Usable TRUCK .
Eric I loved the fairmont project but I’m almost tempted to say I like this project a little bit more cause a few years ago my stepdad owned a 93 Chevy c1500 single cab pick up truck still with its stock 5 speed manual transmission and the 5.3l v8 these videos are bringing back memories and I love it thanks
No offense taken. I'm just happy you're watching. Thanks for the comment.
I'm not really a Chevy guy, but I'm digging this project. Can't wait to see the final stance.
I'm not either. More of a Ford guy. But I have to say I really do like the GMT400 body style. Always thought they were easy to work on for the most part and very flexible in terms of what you want to do.
BELT TENSIONING TOOL!! why didn't I know that existed? I remember fighting with my 02 Explorer with the 4.6 which had no clearance to do a serpentine belt; this think would have made life easier, ah well, that was a loooooong time ago; might still pick one up though, as it has other uses due to its profile - thanks for the tip.
EDIT: These videos appear to have a much lighter mood than the mini series did, maybe Camera man Brian being back in the fold has something to do with it, but I think it's really the fact that you are into this project and very much enjoying it; keep the content coming, and keep having fun.
Thank you for the insight. Well, I like working on this truck more than the Mini. Not because the Mini was bad so much as I'm excited to see what my dad thinks of this truck when I'm done. Also, I'm in a better mood these days. Thanks for noticing.
10:35 Gravity check complete! I'm an aircraft mechanic by trade and someone saw me watching your videos. He asked me if I don't get enough "mechanic shit" every day. lol.
Well, I appreciate you watching!
Eric dont you love it when you do some work your way, rather then doing what the manual says, and it saves you time and money. #automotivehacks ty for content. The differential cover and rear brakes look good btw
Super nice job Eric when i do these i put the diff over the top of the leaf springs and cut a c notch weld in plates keep all neat. Ive not had a chance to make videos but some day once agin great job.
I have a 1992 C1500 single cab long box, I plan on lowering it like this as well, my wheel setup is a bit different though... Cragar SS 15x8 on the front, 15x15 on the rear. these videos should help me for when I do it to mine, thanks for these Eric, and expect videos of mine as well
Don't stop the shock with your face. Lol love it. Great video man.
I've just started working on my own channel. Editing is a beating and yours is awesome. Nice work sir! Really liking the Dad's truck series so far!
Thanks. Good luck with your channel!
Thanks Eric for the video of your dad's truck. I have a 1990 Chevrolet Scottsdale K1500 I want to restore so i have been very interested in this series you are doing
Very cool, looking forward to the next video!
If you need a shorter drive shaft, you can always get in touch with a big rig shop and get them to either make you one or alter the one you have. They do that kind of work surprisingly often from what I'm told. I'm also told they don't charge much to make it/modify it. I haven't actually needed a driveshaft cut yet, but I got the info from a buddy that has. Good luck.
I did this same kit on my 91 Extra cab long ago and it was perfect as you say not slammed but nice rake using the 2 - 4 drop kit. I so miss that truck it was t boned back in 1997. I do have a picture of it before though ;-)
Really enjoyed that. Thanks for making it 👍
I don’t care for dropped trucks but that does look good. You spent some time cleaning and painting all of those parts and frame rails. Nice work. 👌🏻
Looking good .... Makes me wanna get these trucks again and do this haha. Keep it up, love your vids :)
I'm sure you've probably already filmed all of this, but... I'm willing to bet the suspension will settle after a bit. Obviously you only replaced the shocks, but even then, those are still brand new parts that have yet to "break in." I agree, though, it looks fantastic the way it is, and I can't wait to see the front suspension finished up!
You have done a good 👍 job on repairing the Rear suspension Drop on your dad truck I love ❤️ your video 📷 the are best thing I can't wait for the next video 📷
Thank you!
I would highly recommend adding a rear sway bar. It really transforms the way a truck drives.
I have considered it.
How I can do that I need video
"Well if it was easy, everyone would do it!" I don't remember which wise man told me that. Great progress.
Liking this build series!
I love the series!
great work eric..looks awesome..
Those wheels look great with that ride height!
looks real nice Eric
Can’t wait to see this truck done
The Shock part about watch it grow was the utmost comic relief. Some minds were most likely in the gutter.
Cant wait for the next episode!
Some fish wires used in trailer hitch installation would've been perfect for those bolts. Surprisingly handy with vehicle frames
My type of ride height, not too low but low enough. Looking good,Eric!
I agree.
Eric, anyone ever tell you that you are SUPER MANLY?
I coud not have remoed that hanger with a cut off wheel and air chisel, but you did it like a seasoned pro. Because you have lots of experience do such things, because you have lived your life in a manly way.
Future tip: use some like 22g welding wire or some thin bailing wire wrapped around the threads of the bolts will make it super easy to thread bolts through the holes
Just to give you a heads up Eric. Did this to an 89, ran into the same problem with the drive shaft. It all worked flawlessly after it settled.
great video eric 😊
Rule of thumb for 88-98s... If the cab corners are mint, you have yourself a decent truck worth restoring.
Wow, a harbor freight drill that didn't just fall apart when you pulled the trigger color me impressed.
You can never go too low. My 95 ranger had the frame sitting on the axle. It was literally a hard tail. It was awesome.
I had a 4/6 on my 95 ranger, it was pretty damn awesome except that damn transmission cross member that liked to hit everything!
That stance looks amazing
If treated properly, this truck will last forever, it seems it has had a good life so far, so I suspect it will be in your family for a long time to come. Years ago, out in a driveway in the cold of February, I helped a friend make up all new brake lines for a truck very similar to this. I did not like the truck after that cold day. Glad you have a place inside to work.
*_💪🚘💪beautiful and waiting for more success and excellence💪🚘💪_*
Great job - love the way you work & present this. Oh, did you see that our friend Scotty "cleaned" his garage ?
next tool on the shopping list , magnetised bolt holder
Hi, Eric! Hope you're well.
(Also, would not the whole set up, settle after been loaded/unloaded and driven?)
Great video!
Nice Video. By not dropping the gas tank you showed how a person would be able to perform a chasis lower without the use of a lift. Lets face it dropping a gas tank on your back in your garage/driveway is a BIG "B".
I like the fact that ETCG still thinks about the people doing the work without lifts and major shop tools.
Love it when Eric says "fasteners". lmao!!!
His dry sense of humor just kills me sometimes🤣
Great work man i like it
Eric that looks great
Thank you!
Good tip using the cut off tool and air hammer combo to remove those rivets. I would have wasted a lot of time with a grinder that doesn't want to fit and would have gouged everything in the surrounding area. :)
blowtorch and a noisemaker works even better
All us Maintenance guy are watching this on our lunch at Robert Mondavi Woodbridge wines ETCG1!
Awesome. My wife would request a tour and tasting.
Any time you are In the Sacramento area in ca you can come visit we are about 40 mins south, I will give you guys the Mechanics tour !!!
I'll have to remember that belt tensioner trick. 👍
done the same type spring relocation kit on my ck 1500 extra cab .. got my nuts on the inside looks tidier just takes a few more swear woods .. i lifted the rear of the trans with 1 inch spacer and put 6 degree wedges between the springs and diff to correct the pinion angle .. the drive shaft length is fine .. no real vibration problems ... the drop was not 4 inches as advertised ... people looking for the wedges may look at a 4x4 shop as theyre also used in a lift kit in the front with solid axle .. i notice on your u bolts some u tightened up and some you torqued down .. witch is best
What do you think about welding the nuts to the tank side of the frame when you pull the tank off?
These old c1500 trucks have a really nice look and when they get lowered they have great stance. My 93 chevy cheyenne 1500 needs a lowering like your dads truck
Nice brakes and diff cover ;)
Third time charm, good morning sir!
It should settle a bit when you drive it. I've also had a drive shaft shop tell me that when lowering that much you'll most likely need to have the driveshaft shortened. I have a 4 inch drop that I'll be putting in my Dakota soon and I know I'm going to have to bring the driveshaft back to them to have them shorten it (I had a driveshaft made for it when I swapped the trans and rear end, since a Dakota never came with an 8 3/4).
A guy at work was listening to the Joe Rogan podcast the other day. Joe mentioned Eric The Car Guy.
Really good video don’t taking to much direct to the job thank you
Love the click style torque wrench your using
9:06-9:07 that meme may be dead but it's still funny😂
EricTheCarGuy=EricTheMemeGuy
GMT400 for life.
"I like getting punched in the face every now and again, cause, y'know, from my MMA days"
I was too busy laughing to hear whatever you said for the next few minutes 😂
Seeing that adjuster, I understand now why it's still available from GM for my Fiero, looks like it's the same part number.
nothing i like hearing more that air hammer blasting after hearing air hammer blasting all day at work
very good your service. BRASIL
Love it!
I like it!!! I am concerned about drive shaft length too
I had to loosen the ebrake cable treaded bit on my Ford E150 van with the undercoating getting sucked in. I finally removed the cable and cleaned it as you did. Ugh!
Would you need leaf spring shims to realign the axel on a 4" drop? Anything over 2 from factory I thought had to be shimmed to realign the pumpkin with the drive shaft.
Eric, As always it was another great video. I would like to comment that style of lower u-bolt retainer was a bad design. It collects dirt and water and I have seen them rust through. Yours has held up this long so it probably won't be a problem for you but you might consider replacement them.
i had that problem with H&R springs on my maxima, even after years of use thew never "broke in" out of 2 inches i got 1/2" and full drop in the rear, it looks weird. until i cut the springs witch is a bad idea no no.
“Watch it grow! WATCH IT GROWWWW!!!!”
Turned into one of those channels, has it now Eric? :D
Could you help me out so I did this install to my c1500 1998 and I put one hanger in but the leaf spring by the gas tank expanded or something because the hanger doesn’t match the holes to the chaise
Yay part 2
Could going from old, worn out bushings to stiff polyurethane ones have something to do with the less-than-expected drop?
so if the socket on the end of the drive shaft is deeper then it needs to be... could it not be ground down and shortened a bit?
Nice truck
I usually tighten the shackles and spring eyes with the weight of the truck on them . You can actually bind up the rubber bushing . Kind of a pain but doable on jack stands or 4 post lift .
Can’t wait till you get to under the hood!! Good job