How To Lower a 4X4 Chevy Truck
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- Опубликовано: 2 дек 2019
- In this video we make a mess on how to make a 4X4 chevy truck as low as we can get it. We get there at the end but probably didn't do everything "right way". I mean, come on! Who lowers a four wheel drive anyway!
one side... www.summitracing.com/parts/dj... ...
the other side www.summitracing.com/parts/dj... ...
the part references as a 4x4 or a 2500 it’s for torsion bar trucks only ( obviously).
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Awsome video. Doing the same set up as you guys
I need to know where you got your control arms, currently gathering up all the parts to do this too my 06 4x4 Sierra but having issues finding control arms
What shockes you guys used in the front. And what drop spindles you guys used i got the flick kit and the arms you guys used. Just cant find the right shocks or spindles
That’s pretty sick!
Would like to see an update video and also show the cv angles. Looking at doing this to mine.
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Also here for update, just bought this exact truck looking to see what kit he bought and also were shocks changed?
did you have to clearance the driveshaft at all? did it rub/hit anywhere?
Wat shocks are u use for the front show link thanks
So it's preferable get the lower control instead of the upper?
Cuz I have a problem i got the oem parts but if I drop the front and i got a negative camber
will c1500 lowering control arms fit into my k1500 or what kind do i need ????
what brand spindles or where did you get them from ?
It was all good til we got to the rear cutting and welding part....well shiit anyways, I won't be doing this on my own.! Great video. Thank you SUBSCRIBED !
Are the rearmost leaf spring hanger brackets different from ext/single cab? Im trying to replace mine but amazon says they dont fit crew cab smh
Does your drive shaft hit ?
What’s shock you running in front for the 7” drop thanks great video
You ever find shocks?
What sway bar links were used in this video? please and thank you
Is this an extreme lowering kit?
What shocks did you use front and rear
Can you please send me a list of all parts you used to drop your 4x4? I have one that I am looking to drop 5/7.
Or at least put a parts list with links in the description of the video
So you did lower controls arms and spindles inthe front?
i have a 99 Silverado Single cab 4x4 and advice on what brand drop kit i should get for a 4/6 or 5/7 drop
It really depends on what you're using the truck for. A 4/6 is "more practical" but a 5/7 looks really nice. You're going to have to keep in mind as well that you will be blowing through axle boots the lower you go. I like mcgaughys brand stuff because they're consistant and made in the US. DJM is a good brand as well.
I have a 2000 Silverado 4x4 drop do you recommend without messing up the 4x4?
4/6
Hi I was wondering if you ever heard of or can I flip my torsion key upside down on my s10 because I need at least another inch lower up front I have the torsion bolts unscrewed all the way .. any suggestions?
Yea you can from what I've found it would be a good idea to dimple they key the same as the factory does on the side the adjustment bolt will be touching, that and blocks is all you need to lower s10s or blazers, it's actually cheaper and more proper than lowering a 2wd front end lmao
Where did u get the lower control arms? I’ve looked everywhere and can’t find one for a 4x4
me neither but if you do ,reply and let me know
Every one of my cars and trucks outside r Lowing I recently brought a 96 Chevy Z71 a lot of people telling me that I cannot lower the front I was wondering where did you buy your parts from
I got a lot of the parts from Switch And bought the lower a-arms from summit.
Nice one
Got a 2004 4x4 Silverado I’m trying to go lower then 3/4 what u recommend?
Benjamin Hernandez drop spindles and those a arms (link in video description).
I don't haul much but I am short. How low might I go without bottoming out as someone mentioned or scraping backing out of drive? Front and rear and how to accomplish? Thanks a million!!
2/4
Are the spindles any special ones for the 4wd or just the same as a 2wd?
The same, actually.
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How did you go lower with the 3 inch drop control arms?
It clocks the torsions in a different location to get the desired drop.
What kit did you use ? I have a bagged 4x4 but want better arms and have a friend that has a 2003 silverado ss that wants to drop it
Bagged 4x4 ? How’d you do it ?
Did you use drop keys or the stock keys for the torsion bar??
Chuchuus I actually ended up using lift keys a few weeks after this video. Gave me a better ride. I know it sounds weird but it worked well.
Did you do drop springs in the front also or just drop arms and drop spindles
No springs, just torsions with the LCA’s
Is there any cons about lowering a 4x4 or any common problems?
The only issue we found was that the CV boots tore... But, no evidence of exploding CVs like the internet said.
What’s the drop kit called?
Damn nice that mean that a 3/5 would be no problem on mine hell yeah
Did you find a 3/5 drop?
On a scale of "must avoid pebbles on the road" to "I never notice it's dropped", how tough is this thing to live with in terms of speed bumps, steep curbs, ramp transitions ets?
It’s a cautious back out of the driveway at a specific angle and a go over speed bumps one tire at a time kind of low. Still drivable on decent roads but avoid big potholes.
@@garagejunkie6742 thanks for the answer... looks sick, but I don't have that kind of patience.
What drop spindles did you use
mcgaughys
Is it possible yet for a 4x4 truck to be lowered on airbags all 4 corners?
Yes. Anything’s possible. Might just have to figure a few things out.
So did you just buy lowering spindles also if so where did you buy them from
This truck used drop spindles, and dropped lower control arms, and we had to use lift keys to get tension on the torsion bars.
do you need a c notch for the 4x4 to drop it?
Yes the rear is the same as 2wd (minus factory lift blocks)
I like it. Looks great. Don’t know why you wouldn’t drop it. ( in my case)
By any chance do you have a link as to where you got the drop control arms from. Thanks a bunch and love the videos you do.
LNS KUSTOMS one side... www.summitracing.com/parts/djm-ca2602l-3p/ ... the other side www.summitracing.com/parts/djm-ca2602l-3d/ ... the part references as a 4x4 or a 2500 it’s for torsion bar trucks only ( obviously). Thanks for watching and I hope those links work for what you’re doing.
REALLY low cars do go through axles more frequently only because they get somewhat “stretched” because of the angle. At least my 240sx does. Lucky o’Reilly axles have lifetime warranty.
sanjuan240 it’s worth it!
Garage Junkie Official haha I agree with you 100%
do you think a 4/6 or a 4/8 is too low for a 2009 Chevy Silverado z71 4x4. ?
If you’re planning to do a 8 in the rear do a underbed notch and have your crossmember notched so you can have clearance for the driveshaft
i have a 08 crew cab sliverado 4wd wanting to do a 2/4 drop what is the easieies way any info would help
hit up switch suspension they can set you up with anything you need!
@@garagejunkie6742 did you have to notch the cab?
@@brendenledet8152 no we did not.
Would a 5/7 drop on a 4wd have too much problems ? I’m in a wheelchair so I’m trying to get the truck as low as possible.
The only real “problem” is ripping the boots off the front axles. The fix for that would just be shortening where that boot clamps do own on the axle. You could probably achieve that sort of stance with drop keys and spindles just fine.
@@garagejunkie6742 sounds good definitely gonna give that a try. Thanks.
And the 4x4 would still be functional correct ?
What kit did you get?
It wasn’t a “kit”. Drop spindles with lowered control arms in the front and a flip kit with shackles in the rear.
You kept stock shocks in the rear?
No. I used a shorter shock both front and rear.
Can this be done to a 4x4 obs? Drop the links man! Nice video!
It can actually... www.gmt400.com/threads/lowered-4x4.28555/
Any idea what it would take if I had the same truck but just wanted a 3 inch in the front and 6 in the back drop, like what parts would I need?
An axle flip kit will get you the 6” roughly. These front a arms are advertised as a 3” drop but due to the price I would recommend just the spindles up front and the lowering keys. Just depends on your budget.
Garage Junkie Official thanks a lot, I’ve been looking everywhere for answers and I finally got one 👍🏻
nK Red • no problem. Just to be clear I’m referring to a torsion bar front end. Glad we could help.
Garage Junkie Official Yeah that’s exactly why I was asking, I’ve got torsion bars.
I have a 2003 Chevy Silverado 4x4 that I want to drop 4/6 but I was needing help on what to get !
Hit up @switch suspension they will set you up like a king bro!!!!
@@garagejunkie6742 on Instagram?
Yes sir!
What drop is it sitting on?
It’s a 7-9 drop.
Did you have to change your tire size
No, I kept the overall tire height. Had to roll the inside of the bed for the tires not to rub.
Does 4x4 still function good ?
It still works, but, the CV boots ripped... (We didn't replace those, so we'll blame it on that)
I can do this to a 4x4 nissan d21?
Sure could
I have a 2006 Crew cab 4x4, can find lowering control arms, all it says is non crew cab
one side... www.summitracing.com/parts/djm-ca2602l-3p/ ... the other side www.summitracing.com/parts/djm-ca2602l-3d/ ... the part references as a 4x4 or a 2500 it’s for torsion bar trucks only ( obviously). Thanks for watching and I hope those links work for what you’re doing.
Did you end up doing a 2 piece drive shaft?
Nope, factory driveshaft...
@@garagejunkie6742 but did it rub on the cross members? did you have to do anything with the driveshaft ?
You still have it?
Lol here did you get the drop knuckles
Lower all the things!
Jonny Chops heck yeah!
I really want to lower my 1998 ford f150 4wd but man there's no drop kit for them or anything just for 2wd, so here I am to get a general point of view of how it's done
A Ford is a whole different ball game, with their silly twin I beam suspension and whatnot.
@@garagejunkie6742 damn I got shit luck but thx for replying💪💪💪
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So what did they do to get ur alignment done
I’m sure they used lazer beems....
@@garagejunkie6742 Mmm cause all I did was 3 inch torsion keys and 2 inch drop spindle
Did you drop it with out messing up the 4x4?
Yes, it puts stress on the rubber boots but it all still works.
So im on this video because I drive a lowered 4x4 maybe 5 or 4in drop up front and I activated my 4L yesterday and my right axle snapped out lol. Is there any way of being able to have my 4x4 work fine and still be as low as I am
@@Lazurite1 we never had a problem with axles snapping... I'm thinking though, that maybe shorter axle shafts need to be used. Like, they may be too long and binding inside the stub axles. But, that doesn't make a whole lot of sense to me, because they're fine when the 4wd is not engaged. Just a thought.
I have a 2011 Sierra Z71 4x4 dropped 5/7 since 2016 and still in good shape. I launch in 4 hi all the time and have a heavy foot. I say this is the max if you want your axles and boots too last.
Yooo link the items
one side... www.summitracing.com/parts/djm-ca2602l-3p/ ... the other side www.summitracing.com/parts/djm-ca2602l-3d/ ... the part references as a 4x4 or a 2500 it’s for torsion bar trucks only ( obviously). Thanks for watching and I hope those links work for what you’re doing.
Just took off A Tunt Hair.. Just a scoshe' there!
Guys I had a “fab shop” tell me last week they couldn’t drop my 2000 1500 z71 because of cv’s. I knew it was bullshit. Can you post your parts numbers so I can transfuckulate my box closer to the street plz,if no numbers maybe a Co name drop for arms and shit
Nice A.. Work!!!! Now that Truck is even more Bad A.. with those rims on it!!
Augie Najera definitely better than those stock rims!
I just dropped my front end 4 inches and I toke it to a Alignment shop and they telling me that they can’t do it, and said 4x4 are not meant to be lowered and I’m like fuck you 😂
They didn’t fight me over it. Got it done in under an hour actually.
Bought a lowered '95 4 door dually with a 12 valve swap... (why? I dunno...) It will scald the rear tires until you're sick of doing it, accelerate like God shot you out of a slingshot, make every kid under 20 drool... but you can't carry a 12 pack of beer in the back (suspension bottoms out), point it in a straight line (suspension again, I assume), or make a U-Turn in anything less than an empty WalMart parking lot. It's as useless as tits on a boulder... But it STILL makes more sense than lowering a 4x4 pickup and putting goofy rims with the rubber band tires on 'em. I can't wait to sell the only lowered truck I'll ever own!
This is 100% going in our next video that’s the funniest thing I’ve ever read.
@@garagejunkie6742 Thank You! My wife tells me all the time I'm full of (funny?) shit.
Would you be interested in lowering my GMC 4 wheel drive Obviously if I paid you and bought the parts
Looks like you're outside of Moe's shop
Why would you lower a 4wd
Well, duh, might as, might as well ask why is a tree green? Why is the sunset yellow?
Why not Man!!!! Yeehaw!!!
Why would one want to lower a 4wd? Serious question
Because someone told me I couldn't... Hold my beer!
Chris Kladky in all seriousness... there really isn’t a “good” reason. If you like lowered trucks and want it to handle in the snow, maybe. Or you have a high HP engine and want to be fast on all four legs.
Because drag racing
Because its trokiando cuhhh
To be different, and still have 4x4 capability