How to Lower NBS Crew Cab Silverado

[@markb3129]

Travis when you do mods on a vehicle it's always top-notch. It's one of the reasons your videos are interesting to watch and keep us waiting for the next one. A few months ago I replaced all the front suspension on my 2000 Z71 and it made a world of difference in the ride and handling. ✌

[@TWAMotorsports]

Thank you. I figure if you are going to do it, do it right with the right parts.

[@JuanGonzalez-qe4gc]

Bud!!! I dropped my 05 crew cab Silverado my self watching your videos. I appreciate all your work. And also appreciate you share you’re skills for everybody out there.

[@TWAMotorsports]

Thank you. Glad I could help

[@miguelrubio8243]

I come to your channel to see how things should be done the right away and what correct parts to order big thank you for the content 🙏🏻

[@TWAMotorsports]

I appreciate that

[@dangtz1985]

Awesome video, very thorough explanation of all the parts installed. No stupid background music and vlog bullshit. Thanks man

[@TWAMotorsports]

Thank you.

[@jaymonmiller3142]

Been waiting on this vid for a while gives me motivation to drop my truck. !!

[@Jessie-em9ck]

Do it, I’ve been thinking about it too and I’m gonna drop mine soon🕺

[@TWAMotorsports]

I have had the parts for months and it was making me crazy. Lol

[@TWAMotorsports]

Definitely

[@keilylmm6377]

Good Thursday evening from here Travis.. I'm just getting home from work and going to have dinner with my wife and tune in to your video 👍

[@TWAMotorsports]

Sounds good. Have a great evening

[@keilylmm6377]

@@TWAMotorsports good Friday evening Travis.. have a safe weekend out there.. my wife and I will catch your next video on Monday evening when I get home from work 🤙

[@TWAMotorsports]

Thank you Keith. You as well

[@im4usm2]

1:40 in "This is a 200K dollar truck..." we all know you meant miles but with your hard work and restoration skills...and the cost of vehicles nowadays by the time you are done it may go for that. Great job as always.

[@TWAMotorsports]

Lol. Yeah. Sometimes I say crap like that on accident.

[@ant-be-truckin1677]

He said mile not 200k dollar truck

[@Titoo.1]

This is the next thing I'm doing to mine after redoing my headliner with a soundbar. I'm sure this video will save me a lot of time

[@TWAMotorsports]

I love the look

[@Titoo.1]

@@TWAMotorsports 100% crewcabs always look good on 4/6 drops

[@TWAMotorsports]

Agree

[@larryivy8065]

Can't wait to it see it finished

[@TWAMotorsports]

Can't wait to show it. Hopefully Monday nights video

[@lolife999]

Cheap wheel dollies make sliding the rear axle around on your concrete floor, easy. Great video

[@TWAMotorsports]

I know. I need a set

[@JB_Kustom]

That weld in notch looks super good! I’ve been wanting to get the bed off mine to weld the Mcgaughys notch I have, in on the back side.

[@TWAMotorsports]

Thank you. Probably not a bad idea

[@TheOne-yc1wt]

If you end up finding the front rides a little stiff I would definitely recommend the nitro drop 2 shocks up front, same truck except lowered 2" in the front with 2" drop coils only, and man what it difference it made, the SP shocks have more of that sporty stiff feel and the Nitros have a smoother ride, running a 275/30/24 tires which probably had a role in that as well with the SP shocks

[@TWAMotorsports]

Yeah that tire would not help the ride but probably looks great.

[@VenomWorks]

Great work Travis, it's going to look sweet lowered!

[@TWAMotorsports]

Thank you. Check it out tomorrow

[@ronniemiller5771]

I have the 1/4" drive the 3/8" drive and the 1/2" drive dewalt impact and they are all three very impressive to me !

[@TWAMotorsports]

They are game changers. Lol

[@falcondriver1000]

When i lower these trucks..on the drivers side rear the front spring bolt by the gastank...loosen it up a little and cut the head off with a sawzaw and put a new bolt in backwards...takes literally 5 mins to pull the spring out...

[@TWAMotorsports]

Probably not a bad idea

[@biz504]

I swapped my aluminum drive shaft for the 4inch steel replacement and it's drives sooooo good.. so if you need to definitely get it..

[@TWAMotorsports]

I may do that.

[@32lucky13]

Where did you get 4 inch driveshaft ?

[@TWAMotorsports]

You can get them made

[@32lucky13]

Do you remember what length I’ll need ?

[@TWAMotorsports]

No. You can take your old one for measurements

[@danielhibbard2391]

Great video man can’t wait to see next one

[@TWAMotorsports]

Thank you Daniel. Hopefully Monday night

[@zach5357]

I have a 09 ppv tahoe and need a kit or parts list to lower it. If you already have a video shoot me the link, thanks

[@TWAMotorsports]

I have. Type in how to lower Tahoe

[@Vagos-Performance]

Damn I got the wrong shocks for the front annoying asf lmao but thanks man did my own drop becuase of you

[@TWAMotorsports]

Glad I could help

[@scottmontgomery2892]

Love your videos Travis! Always informative and done the right way. Keep it coming.

[@TWAMotorsports]

Thank you very much Scott

[@shelbysimpson1807]

If you loosen the gas tank a little you’ll have room to push it over, also it’s plastic so it’ll flex, you can get the bolt on. Then put the bolt in from the outside so you won’t have to do it again. Also bottom bolt for the shackle if you put the hex end off you can install it from the outside so you won’t have to take the hitch off if you need to relive them again

[@TWAMotorsports]

True but I do things differently than most. Like it back together the same way it was before. More work I know.

[@Otf_Javy300]

Is it best to install lowering kit first and then do the c notch? Or c notch it first?

[@TWAMotorsports]

C notch in my opinion. More room to work

[@michaeldunn9524]

You think a bolt in notch, that’s also welded would be as strong as a weld in notch?

[@TWAMotorsports]

Stronger for sure but not as strong as this one.

[@JulioRangel-w5l]

Hey I have brake lines that look like they’re gonna hit on the bed!! Did you relocate some of the lines!?

[@TWAMotorsports]

I didn't

[@soysaucebtw6108]

i know this is an old video but how long do rear ends usually take you? flip kit, shocks, and shackles. i've had the parts for my truck a while, but i've never done anything like this and don't have the money to take it to a shop. seems somewhat simple though

[@TWAMotorsports]

Probably 8 hours with notch

[@soysaucebtw6108]

@ How long would you say without the notch because i'm gonna use 2in lift shackles to raise it back up to a 4" drop. i just didn't want to get the shackles and hanger kit and have to get new hangers plus flip kit when i wanted to go lower.

[@TWAMotorsports]

@soysaucebtw6108 maybe 2 less hours

[@ricardoextcab6942]

Check out ihc suspension next time you drop a truck man definitely recommend their kits, rides way better than springs and spindles and no camber

[@TWAMotorsports]

Been there done that. Never again

[@JulioRangel-w5l]

Do you torque everything while it’s in jack stands or after you put weight on the axle!?

[@TWAMotorsports]

You need weight on suspension

[@seanstickler3011]

Found the page recently, phenomenal and helping me greatly with my NBS projects. I know you didn’t install it on your videos, but could you link or indicate what grille this is on this truck?

[@TWAMotorsports]

Stock 2006 and 2007 classic

[@Old-time-miner]

I live in Missouri , just like you. I need a 6.5 bed 99-06 silver/gray. Same as this truck. Mine is a single cab short bed 2000

[@TWAMotorsports]

That's awesome

[@Old-time-miner]

@@TWAMotorsports Yeah, but when I got it, the bed was like swiss cheese. The rust was so bad you could see daylight from one side to the other. That is 4 panels. I ended up installing baja style fiberglass bedsides.

[@TWAMotorsports]

At least the new bed won't rust.

[@josiahguthrie5797]

Curious as to why you don't to a disk brake conversion for the rear of that truck? I did happen to notice you were running drums.

[@TWAMotorsports]

I need to eventually

[@ezequielgonzales210]

If you didnt have the helper bags on the back, what bump stops would you recommend for a 4/6 dropped crew cab? Also did you have any driveshaft rubbing issues? Thanks.

[@TWAMotorsports]

No rubbing on driveshaft with the helper bags. Probaby just use a standard belltech or other bump stop

[@alexagarcia-benavides7597]

Would the driveshaft rub a lot if it’s a 5 inch drop in the back

[@TWAMotorsports]

Mine didn't

[@JoseRuiz-dt6oe]

What ball joints did you use?

[@TWAMotorsports]

Moog.

[@TWAMotorsports]

Parts listed in video description

[@mcmobski1657]

Sick bro keep doing these

[@TWAMotorsports]

Thank you. Gonna try.

[@32lucky13]

Did you have any vibration at 70 plus? Mine is 5/7 also. Did you need shim in the driveshaft ?

[@TWAMotorsports]

I didn't

[@fknwayne_]

Sup Travis, have you experienced your driveshaft rubbing by any chance? I know video is years old. Thanks

[@TWAMotorsports]

No issues at 6 inches in the rear

[@jaymonmiller3142]

How much better did this thing ride after all this ?

[@TWAMotorsports]

Will see soon

[@arturo5.374]

Why did you not try djm drop kit

[@TWAMotorsports]

Because its not good quality parts in my opinion. Been there done that

[@JorgeGarcia-lu5sn]

I have the same flip kit you going to have to get a 2 peace drive shaft it will start to dig little by little till the 1 peace driveshaft is cut in half

[@TWAMotorsports]

That's not true with the helper bags

[@josedejesuslopex975]

Hello, how are you? A few weeks ago, I lowered my truck but it vibrates in the back and I noticed that one side is higher than the other.

[@TWAMotorsports]

Bummer

[@JesusOrtiz-qp1so]

Is that a 4/6 drop

[@TWAMotorsports]

Yep

[@macielandsons]

Will this air bag kit only work and a flip kit ? I installed a 2 inch hangers and 2 in drop shackles and a bolt on c notch.

[@TWAMotorsports]

Generally 5-7" is the range.

[@macielandsons]

Ok thank you. Nice video 👍

[@TWAMotorsports]

Thank you

[@leecochran5912]

Hey did you have any bump steer with the 17” spindles on this truck, I know you said you had it before with them and didn’t have it with the 16” ones.

[@TWAMotorsports]

More than the 16" version but not undriveable

[@leecochran5912]

@@TWAMotorsports ok , but you said the 16 version have steering Ratio problem right

[@TWAMotorsports]

@@leecochran5912 no issues with they 16" version other than more work to install

[@leecochran5912]

@@TWAMotorsports okay thanks for the reply, I have djm 4” lower control arms on my 2004 Silverado single cab and it has alot bump steer , I have been looking at the bump steer kits you can get to change the angle on the tie end rods that the say will stop the bump steer, just don’t know what will work the best 2” spindles and 2” springs or that kit.

[@TWAMotorsports]

@@leecochran5912 yeah I am not a fan of djm arms.

[@elplopplo]

Very detailed video. Question though, I lowered my 04 extended cab with the DJM 4/6 drop and I find my front end seems to bounce when hitting bumps or potholes on the freeway. Anything I can do to fix this? I have brand new upper and lower control arms, new sway bar end link and struts up front.

[@TWAMotorsports]

Nature of that kit unfortunately. Replace with quality products will fix your issue

[@elplopplo]

@@TWAMotorsports dang I thought DJM suspension was a good company

[@TWAMotorsports]

Some parts are. I'm not a fan of the drop a arms however

[@TWAMotorsports]

Pretty common. I don't like poly bushings in my a arms

[@mikewhite4541]

I'm looking for a truck just like this. Crew cab 2 wd cateye. If you don't mind me asking what did you have to give for it and where was it located. Everything around me is outrageously priced. Like 13k and upfor 200k miles.

[@TWAMotorsports]

I paid way less than that. I would sell mine for close to that price. Lol

[@jasonshelley7303]

Hello I have a question, I'm gonna lower my 1995 chevy Tahoe. If I was going with a kit which kit would you suggest? And is 3 inches to much in the front, it is a 4×4 and I want it pretty level, and don't want any issues with stock wheels

[@TWAMotorsports]

I don't use kits and I have also done a drop on one of those on this channel with all parts listed in video description

[@jasonshelley7303]

@TWAMotorsports ok I will check it out thanks! Love the videos

[@GasparRamirez-g5b]

You got any web to get a 6/8 drop kit? Like parts

[@TWAMotorsports]

No

[@iwuzheree]

I have a 06 Sierra with mcgaughys drop spindles part number 2003T. Would you happen to know the part number for the replacement upper ball joints?

[@TWAMotorsports]

I don't. Always buy a arms

[@iwuzheree]

@@TWAMotorsports the ones you have listed on the description are it correct?Thank you for the response.

[@TWAMotorsports]

Yes

[@iwuzheree]

@@TWAMotorsports thanks, i appreciate it.

[@TWAMotorsports]

You're welcome

[@abelrodriguez9490]

Would you ever consider laying it completely out on the ground?

[@TWAMotorsports]

Not for a daily

[@aaronzavala4336]

Hope you or someone in the comments answer my question do 2006 spindles fit my 08 I already ordered and I’m stressing about them not fitting

[@nismogsus6297]

Im just curious how people get a 5 inch drop in the back.

[@TWAMotorsports]

6 inch flip with 1 inch lift shackle.

[@zacktrnr1]

You ever have a problem with the helper bags bottoming out with big bumps. I put mine on yesterday and now it bottoms out like the bag it to long.

[@TWAMotorsports]

Not at all

[@zacktrnr1]

@@TWAMotorsports dang ok they truck road good now it bottoms out with 5psi in the bags

[@TWAMotorsports]

That's weird. Maybe if I hit a big bump

[@rubenkayaks2469]

Hey bro is there a way to lower a 4.3 regular cab short bed, shops told me that they only sell for the v8 cause the 4.3 is to light..

[@TWAMotorsports]

I did on my 4.3. May need to trim front springs a little

[@bowtiebuilding]

So if I’ve already done the drop shackles, what’s the next best thing to get a few more inches? I’ve got a crew cab short bed and the hangers are welded….

[@TWAMotorsports]

No ither options than flip kit

[@bowtiebuilding]

@@TWAMotorsports will I have to c-notch if I go flip kit?

[@TWAMotorsports]

Yes

[@bowtiebuilding]

@@TWAMotorsports thank you good sir

[@TWAMotorsports]

You're welcome

[@10dannylanderos]

What’s the code on the color of your truck. ?

[@TWAMotorsports]

Don't remember. Greystone Metallic. Go to dr color chips website site. Look up 2006 Silverado and that color. Code will be there.

[@Nbspapa]

Why couldn’t you run the 20inch rims on that drop?

[@TWAMotorsports]

You can

[@trillemmanuel2834]

Awesome video 🔥🔥

[@TWAMotorsports]

Thank you. More on Monday

[@1slow.o485]

Clean 🔥

[@TWAMotorsports]

Thank you

[@nickbrooks8384]

Did you end up having bump steer issues with those 17 in spindles?

[@TWAMotorsports]

Not a crazy amount

[@nickbrooks8384]

Would you go with the 16 in spindles if you were to do it again?

[@TWAMotorsports]

I always do when available

[@jamescrawley949]

I have a 2/4 kit for my 05 crew cab and it came with new cam plates, do I need those or do I just remove the lock out on the factory cam plates like you did? Thanks

[@TWAMotorsports]

I just remove lock outs

[@jamescrawley949]

@@TWAMotorsports Did you’re truck do good without the 2 degree shim on the rear leaf spring or did you have to reinstall it? My truck had one also and I left it off.

[@TWAMotorsports]

Not sure what you are saying

[@jamescrawley949]

@@TWAMotorsports I updated my question

[@TWAMotorsports]

It has a little shake at 65ish. One day I may try to reinstall with longer u bolts.

[@miggz5595]

I've been waiting for this lol

[@TWAMotorsports]

Its exciting

[@serahandy8916]

I have a 2002 chevy silverado 4x4 1500 my son wants to lower his truck I don't have alot of money how is the cheapest way to lower it and I'm not good with this sort of work pls help

[@TWAMotorsports]

Cheap and good are 2 very different things

[@serahandy8916]

@@TWAMotorsports easiest way I guess

[@TWAMotorsports]

If its 4wd torsion keys, spindlea and shocks. Flip kit in the rear.

[@jeffgraham48]

Ooooh Travis that was dirty dropping the end on ever body! Lmao!! Can't wait to see wheels and the stance.

[@TWAMotorsports]

Lol. It was. Stance and wheels Monday

[@carlosquintero6682]

Do I need a c-notch for a flip kit on my ext cab Sierra 05?

[@TWAMotorsports]

Absolutely you do

[@Garcias_rt]

Nice man 🔥🔥

[@TWAMotorsports]

Thank you

[@lolife999]

How much for the wheels and tires you are removing?

[@TWAMotorsports]

Already sold

[@ronniemiller5771]

After replacing almost entire front suspension I can't believe you reused the front hubs those go bad so often

[@TWAMotorsports]

I know. They made zero noise though.

[@llpsychopathll2260]

Hey could you please find or give us part number for the driver control arm and ball joint assembly

[@TWAMotorsports]

Its listed in video description

[@llpsychopathll2260]

it says sorry couldn’t find page

[@TWAMotorsports]

Might try the link on my green sierra. Same part.

[@llpsychopathll2260]

@@TWAMotorsports okay thank you

[@josevaldivia9963]

Hey Travis I’m wanting to lower my crew cab but I don’t want to go 6” in the back more like a 4” rear drop , what parts would I need , I already have the 2” lowering shackles.

[@TWAMotorsports]

Front hangers

[@demarcusbody9437]

What year is the truck ?

[@TWAMotorsports]

Mine is 2007 Classic

[@demarcusbody9437]

@@TWAMotorsports I was asking the other guy I wanna trying to give him a helpfull preference

[@peeweegonzalez5338]

Part number for the helper bags?

[@TWAMotorsports]

Link in video description

[@nathanbennett9025]

This is exactly how I build my daily driver Ram

[@TWAMotorsports]

Nothing wrong with that

[@Speedy2246]

I have a 2014 gmc I just purchased you interested in lowering ?

[@TWAMotorsports]

No sir. I don't have time to do the things I have

[@demarcusbody9437]

Yo Travis I have a question I have a 2001 ext cab on 18’s currently on a 2/6 drop but I bought some 2 inch lowering springs for the front to to go lower & even everything out I’m using 2 inch drop spindles & drop springs do u think my 18’s will clear

[@TWAMotorsports]

Depends on tire size.

[@demarcusbody9437]

@@TWAMotorsports it’s a 255/55r18 what do u think will it work with that method ?

[@TWAMotorsports]

I use 275/40 20

[@demarcusbody9437]

@@TWAMotorsports I have 18’s that’s why I was asking do u think it will work ?

[@TWAMotorsports]

No idea if that will work. If you find a tire size calculator and put your size and the size I use that should tell you.

[@elnany8632]

I can do all this if the truck has 4x4

[@TWAMotorsports]

Not the same way

[@abigailbautista6710]

2006 2wd 4.3 chevy silverado replacement part

[@TWAMotorsports]

?

[@gabrielnever1133]

👌

[@TWAMotorsports]

Thank you

[@abigailbautista6710]

Draybe safit sahy 2006 2wd 4.3l chevy silverado

[@elferebilliot5940]

4/6 is the way bro

[@TWAMotorsports]

Thank you

[@rubenr7650]

This is going to make me want to lower my crew cab lol but it's going to have to wait for me😢

[@TWAMotorsports]

It does look so good in my opinion

[@abigailbautista6710]

Porke no muestra como se hace par aprender a Abla mucho y no aprendí nadA

[@kc8653]

Trucks go up not down. Dont care if its 2wd or 4x4. Want low by a car. Thats my 2 cents

[@TWAMotorsports]

Yeah it isn't for everyone

[@jamiefehr2180]

You would lift a 2wd truck?🥴

[@TWAMotorsports]

Lol

[@justinbevis376]

😂😂

[@robertcarden8141]

You just waisted a beautiful truck 😢

[@TWAMotorsports]

Yep.

[@justinbevis376]

😂😂