Lowering a 88-98 C1500 The Right Way

[@sehtime3601]

Love the way these are being filmed, all the little mechanic's tricks like putting tension on that ball joint to take the nut off, and the pulling the cotter pin out are things that other videos don't share. Those are the things that you learn from years of being a mechanic and working on cars without realizing it. New comers will appreciate all the tricks you share from years of experience.

[@smokeitloudbanks]

I have the same exact truck same year and color it came with a 4/6 drop had 150k miles best truck I have ever had love it and runs good

[@jruiz1724]

What size tire are you running on those 18’s

[@aaronchristoph2298]

Thanks for the video boys! Helped me a ton in dropping my obs chevy. Good tips and tricks!

[@obslife1985]

Tell the c10 kid to start making videos again lol I was wondering what happen to him.

[@jaredshoemaker9196]

Thanks for sharing. You made is easy to understand the process. Take Care!!!

[@DrivenbyGears]

Very nice 👌don't froget the extra bolt on the shock extenders or they will eventually flex.

[@albertybarra7968]

Extra bolt?

[@DrivenbyGears]

@@albertybarra7968 there is a bolt in middle

[@albertybarra7968]

@@DrivenbyGears its a small hole not even the same as the 2 big ones

[@DrivenbyGears]

@@albertybarra7968 I know that I've installed these shoot look at my channel for God sakes

[@DrivenbyGears]

@@albertybarra7968 www.carid.com/belltech/1994-chevy-ck-pickup-suspension-systems/belltech-shock-extension-kit-3451150504.html?relationshipId=3811920394&childId=3451150505&offermpnid=1435816&view=040242&gclid=CjwKCAiAxKv_BRBdEiwAyd40NzOfKOnj6VzpLwqW7tTwQdwOrlXtncpa7jcHDqXsKo9jeHZ4PDmJlhoCNB0QAvD_BwE here you go look at this. See the hardware.

[@danielaruta8816]

Very informative video. Consider adding light so everything is easier seen. It’s dark under there!

[@boxerfan2]

Just once I would like to work on a ride as clean as this one. All the rides I work on are rusty and muddy.

[@artysmotorsports]

That actually looks pretty clean 👍

[@farboy4304]

I thought that was the C10 kid. Bring the channel back c10 kid!

[@ivanjimenez8868]

Belltech shocks are ok, since it’s owned by KW idk why they don’t make a stiffer mono tube shock for us street truck enthusiasts that like lowering our trucks.

[@badboyr66]

I appreciate you list the info on the build..but didn't list wheel backspacing

[@grandparolie]

Perfect stance I love it.

[@SurlyMike]

That looks pretty sick. Can you share the wheel and tire size please? I doubt that I would add that brake kit to my truck but It would be nice to know if it effected the wheel offset.

[@Mark-oh7ec]

There's a link in the description with the complete build bro 🤜🏽🤛🏽

[@dawsoncopeland1423]

Whats the tire size. Ie got an 88 OBS and im not sure what wheel size and tire size I want to run. I put 2in shackles in the rear but i may go lower. Im fixing to build a 4.8 vortec motor to put in the truck. Im also changing the grille. Possibly a roll pan and doing the tailgate handle flip

[@manuelsaavedra3220]

How much it cost a full kit like that one ??? Brakes and lowering kit…. I have a 95 GMC Sierra step side bed…

[@teodociofortanel7882]

nice work can i put s10 springs on 1995 chevrolet to lower the front

[@miguelangelsalazar1675]

Aahsome classic luv the the drop😎🙏 ready to cruise ❤ bow tie 4life

[@chic0_79]

What size are you running on those 18's

[@dubworldvwadventures]

Wish you had a before image side by side.

[@p.b.sHUNTING]

Everything i bought from belltech for my truck (hangars/brackets) were a disaster. Not a single bolt hole was correct and 3 bracket sets the spring wouldn't even go into the pocket.... we had to use 2 sets to make 1 that we still had to open holes up to get in place. Pinion hardware broke while suspension settled and had to immediately get a parts store setup. Belltech's response..."nothing we can do" jegs made it right and billed them for lift time for all the mess I had to go thru. Belltech is a joke that makes parts out of the country and doesn't quality check.

[@cencoast_7.340]

Damn, I thought they were some of the better parts. Luckily DJM is like 30 min from me, I’ll go that route.

[@carlosgonzalez-kh8gm]

What is thw website for jegs i wanto to order my drop too

[@CenaJ675r]

Am I going to run into issues running this kit with a Turbo400 swapped transmission and shorter driveshaft?

[@Clappedoutprojects]

Did you have to notch the bed we’re it sits on the cnotch on the frame ?

[@CarlosSanchez-cj5wo]

Did you have any problems with pinion angle?

[@RobbArmstrong1]

Super Clean!! Love the drop and the kit makes everything pretty straight forward. #RobbArmstrong

[@mikemichaletz7041]

I have a 1977 P-20 step van lowered by cutting one ring in front of the spring and took the overload springs out and kept the regular leif pack and put air shocks front and back! My question to you is do they make a 5 lug pattern swap for front on back? I did buy a 6 bolt disc brake setup from a newer truck but was looking to see if there was a swap kit for the front in order to bag it?Thanks Guys,Mike

[@superc4308]

Hey was ' nt that a cameo from the C10 kid ✌

[@keepinitrealTRUTHFUL]

Have 2000 chevy express 1500 what do u recommend

[@aronkaspar6369]

Easy when you have a nice air conditioned shop with every tool you can imagine.

[@AZProPerformance]

Unfortunately it's not AC, but wish it was! We did this with tools that most car guys would have in their garage as well, minus the lift. With that said, I have done numerous in my own garage over the years just as easily.

[@funguy7979]

What do you recommend on this.... **97 Sierra single cab long bed V6 about to be 350 with 5speed manual**. I want to add add-a-leafs to my suspension and then lower it. Why? Because it's a work truck so I want to have added load capability of the leafs but be able to lower it....if possible. I order 15x10 (3in backspacing (-63mm)) with 275/60r15. I want to have a nice lowered, not slammed, stance. Fender flares will be ordered once I see how the wheels fit. Is it possible to lower after installing add-a-leafs?

[@G_marvelous85]

Will this same kit work on my 93' 2 door yukon?

[@hectorleon4104]

How much is the kit complete

[@obs_vicc4145]

Went from c10 kid to c10 middle aged man Ughhh life hits everyone

[@tkn24s]

Beautiful truck.! 👌🔥

[@Jeol721]

What rims are those?

[@fuelinjectedduck2964]

Love the obs videos.

[@smokeitloudbanks]

All I watch is obs builds and other years cuz there is ts enough obs videos if there is a obs video I don't care what it is I'm watching it

[@kylejennfletchergregory2169]

do you have to cut the bed?

[@rolandmack13]

Could you do this to a c2500 obs truck with the same kit?

[@rjcarrillo6443]

Looks badass 🔥🔥

[@jang6969]

Nice work guys! 🇨🇦

[@xxharrisonwolfxx6924]

I have 20’s in the back and 18’s up front

[@modlist6129]

Is that color pewter grey?

[@joseg40]

Do you guys sell a drop kit for a 1996 Chevrolet 1500 ? it’s all stock looking for a 4-6 “ drop it currently has 20” wheels on as well .

[@AZProPerformance]

azproperformance.com/products/belltech-4-6-drop-kit-88-98-c1500-688?_pos=1&_sid=3bf312af3&_ss=r

[@michaellopez968]

I can use factory control arms for drop spindles?

[@GueroObs]

What color is that, color code?

[@ympmartinez2006]

Is it true belltech spindles make front wheels stick out 1/2 inch?? Nice truck🤙

[@AZProPerformance]

Thanks! Yep, they sure do push the wheel out 1/2", which is why we use these spindles now. azproperformance.com/products/react-2-modular-drop-spindles-88-98-c1500-8898-001?_pos=27&_sid=68198c54b&_ss=r

[@ympmartinez2006]

@@AZProPerformance thanks for responding. I wish I ask u before purchasing the belltech kit where I bought it don’t accept returns.😬 but I haven’t installed in the truck

[@MARKC0R3]

Do you need to cut the bed to fit where the c notch bracket goes above the frame?

[@AZProPerformance]

You can, yes... we have done it both ways.

[@ronhellengreen5968]

Were can I get 3 inch drop spindles for my 94 Silverado 1500? The only ones I've been able to find is 2 inch.

[@AZProPerformance]

Nobody makes one unfortunately. Just the 2".

[@Livemusic1800]

Wish mine was that low/stance. 😕 hopefully soon.

[@derekdavis2192]

I'm doin a Belltech 4/6 kit on a 91 I just bought. On the reg. cab trucks, do u still install the transmission tailshaft spacers or is that for ext. cabs only? I know the carrier bearing spacer is only for ext. cabs, but wasn't sure on the trans. tailshaft spacers. Thanks.

[@AZProPerformance]

Leave driveline as is, and we leave them un touched on regular cabs.

[@derekdavis2192]

@@AZProPerformance thanks man

[@moz088]

@@AZProPerformance what size tire are you running on these 18” wheels

[@sidneibueno8647]

Fantastic! Show, São Paulo Brazil.

[@gerardakau4504]

I noticed there was no shock in the coil can I do that??

[@AZProPerformance]

There are shocks installed.

[@josevargas9844]

How can i get the kit? I need the 4" front and 6" in the back.

[@AZProPerformance]

azproperformance.com/products/belltech-4-6-drop-kit-88-98-c1500-688?_pos=1&_sid=44eb83353&_ss=r

[@gregoryjones9754]

Did you reinstall the bumps stops in the front and rear?

[@AZProPerformance]

Only rear, fronts get removed.

[@groundedgarage5731]

What size tires are on this truck?

[@AZProPerformance]

245/40 and a 275/40

[@patriciocarmona1809]

bruh, much needed video lol

[@ricardosolorzano1883]

I have the same drop and wheels but one side is rubbing. What could cause that?

[@AZProPerformance]

The front wheels aren't the same per side. On all OBS's I have seen, one side is closer than the other. Just the way they are.

[@ricardosolorzano1883]

Just getting back to you. Thanks. Friend of mine said to fender roll the bed.. Good or bad idea.

[@colbyhale8054]

How can I just drop the front 2 inches. I have an 02 Chevy Silverado

[@AZProPerformance]

Just a pair of spindles. We sell the BellTech ones.

[@thecookfamily8607]

How long does it take?

[@highwayjunkie7292]

Can you do the 13inch brake kit without the drop spindle

[@allanb3222]

Yes you can, you'll just need larger wheels to clear them.

[@5809Alejandro]

Can you please let me know wats the exactly wats yhe wheel set up and tires for the fronts and rears please i love the stand of this truck

[@AZProPerformance]

All details can be found here: azproperformance.com/pages/98-silverado

[@dylancopeland6144]

I bought my 91 chevy already dropped. It has a 4/6 djm kit but instead of drop spindles it has 2" lower control arms. Is there a benefit to changing the spindle vs the control arms?

[@scottydoesntknow254]

Control arms are better in my opinion because in most cases it keeps stock geometry.

[@DrivenbyGears]

@@scottydoesntknow254 i agree keep em the spindles limit travel in my opinion vs stock ones.

[@johncalhoun8011]

How much does a Lowering Kit cost for my 91 Chevy Short Bed. Including Installation?

[@johncalhoun8011]

Hello 🙋🏿‍♂️

[@leviathan0232]

@@johncalhoun8011 Those kits are $800-$900..Installation would probably be around the same if not a bit more.

[@johncalhoun8011]

@@leviathan0232 Thank you Sir 👌🏿

[@leviathan0232]

@@johncalhoun8011 no problem. Here’s a link azproperformance.com/products/belltech-5-7-drop-kit-88-98-c1500 You can also buy direct from Belltech. I just ordered mine lol

[@johncalhoun8011]

@@leviathan0232 Got it! Thank you Sir 👌🏿

[@dracoLoomis_223]

Can I lower my truck without cutting?

[@AZProPerformance]

Yep, sure can. Check out the 2/4 drop. azproperformance.com/products/belltech-2-4-drop-kit-88-98-c1500-685?_pos=2&_sid=acea9db0e&_ss=r

[@salvadormontes1092]

Whats a good lowering kit without a c notch for a 96 4dr tahoe 2wd

[@AZProPerformance]

Belltech, and can get it right from us. azproperformance.com/products/belltech-3-4-drop-kit-95-99-tahoe-4-door-2wd-792?_pos=3&_sid=d895bf818&_ss=r

[@rolandosanchez3664]

Ok where are you guys so you guys can drop my truck?? Thanks! 😊

[@mikerodriguez7206]

Where’s this full kit at ?

[@AZProPerformance]

azproperformance.com/products/belltech-5-7-drop-kit-88-98-c1500?_pos=1&_sid=6ced55c8d&_ss=r

[@2dacta635]

Busco ese kit de suspensión

[@bartman1078ify]

What size wheels are those and make. I want those for my truck.

[@wadeepps3443]

hey bro, the wheels are called torque thrust 2s and the brand is american racing wheels, check out there web site, im guessing the sizes are 18 x 8 in the front and 18 x 10 in the back, hope that helps, i have some of these on my obs

[@danielalvarez6193]

Can I run 454ss wheels (15s) with this break kit???

[@AZProPerformance]

No, the 13" kit requires 18" wheels or larger. Only stock brakes will work in the 15" wheels.

[@ryanspell]

Do they make a kit that can fit 15×10 wheels?

[@AZProPerformance]

You can do 15x10 wheels on the back with this kit.

[@TheMilkMan911x]

So you ran with no coil isolator at all?

[@AZProPerformance]

No spacer on top.

[@TheMilkMan911x]

Ok thanks for the reply, and Happy Holidays!

[@thebestpainter734]

Can you do my Chevy 2002 and how much? I really want my truck looking just like that ..low..low...low👍👍

[@AZProPerformance]

We can and just give us a call @ 480-420-8175. We are currently booked until Jan. 2021, but can do after the first of the year.

[@BurningSteel69]

drop spindles and lowering blocks is all you really needed --

[@AZProPerformance]

lol... Glad you have the secret parts list for a 5/7 drop. Good luck getting a 5/7 drop out of your spindles and block.

[@smtbigelow]

putting blocks in the rear of a truck with the axle on top of the leafs will lift the truck, not lower it.

[@GladiatorJT20]

Does it bottom out ?

[@AZProPerformance]

Using the BellTech notch on a 7" drop, it can bottom out at times on large bumps. However, we have developed an under bed step notch to help with this a lot and add 2" additional travel. We also combine that with a drop kit too or available by itself. azproperformance.com/products/pro-performance-ultimate-drop-kit-88-98-c1500?_pos=1&_sid=5dd626284&_ss=r azproperformance.com/products/react-c-notch-88-98-c1500?_pos=1&_sid=28962dec8&_ss=r

[@ivanvargas8531]

Clean work guys!!! I

[@jrperez7773]

Where do you order parts

[@sergiobernal3740]

Does the front get shocks ?

[@AZProPerformance]

Yep, sure does and did.

[@davidfink9729]

Fucking awesome video again. Got a question - how does the belltech 4/6 drop go? In other words same steps as this video?

[@lovemendez5406]

Where did you buy the kit?

[@AZProPerformance]

From ourselves. azproperformance.com/products/belltech-5-7-drop-kit-88-98-c1500?_pos=1&_sid=be1070675&_ss=r

[@robertgarcia7358]

Ever consider selling the truck I really want it

[@AZProPerformance]

We did sell it, but sold before we could even advertise it.

[@deltafarming118]

Did the driveshaft needed to be shortened?

[@AZProPerformance]

No sir.

[@jruiz1724]

What size tires are you running on those wheels

[@johncalhoun8011]

Where are you guys located?

[@AZProPerformance]

We are in Mesa, AZ

[@johncalhoun8011]

Thanks

[@texasmadewhips83]

What’s your contact info how much for the brake kit

[@kevingarroofficial2471]

about $2k

[@rutilioperez5918]

Do you know if there’s anyone who does this type of work in NYC if so lmk please 👍I have a Chevy 1998 that I want to lower

[@jrocha383ws6]

Hey guys! Are those brake kits available for abs brakes?

[@allanb3222]

The truck they installed the brakes on had abs.

[@jrocha383ws6]

Yea just watched the video.. pretty nice brake kit.

[@775automotive9]

I got the same drop but my rear end is so bouncy.

[@AZProPerformance]

Try the Street Performance, as this is what we used with this truck. It is valved a little heavier. azproperformance.com/products/belltech-rear-street-perf-shock-lowered-88-98-c3500?_pos=1&_sid=610fbb585&_ss=r

[@775automotive9]

@@AZProPerformance thanks I will give it a try, can I use the same shock for both sides or are they different part numbers?

[@AZProPerformance]

@@775automotive9 Same PN for both left and right.

[@AZProPerformance]

Make sure you have shock extenders too. azproperformance.com/collections/belltech-88-89-gm-truck/products/belltech-shock-extension-kit-88-98-c1500-6652

[@775automotive9]

@@AZProPerformance I do have them somewhere lol, it’s been years since I did the drop. Another thing I realized is the previous owner must have or who knows, but on my leaf springs I only that 2 leads and that lower one. I have seen most trucks with atleast 3? Not sure if my leaf springs are also not got good anymore.

[@daltoncahn55]

anyone know who makes a 4/6 drop kit for a 97 k1500 4wd?

[@justinwells2903]

I bought mine from Summit Racing Belltech 6605 - Belltech Rear Flip Kit and Belltech 3920 - Belltech Torsion Bar Keys the choice of shocks is yours. This link will also help you: www.powernationtv.com/build/154/red-tide

[@fbbc6495]

Nice

[@yomommajumprcables]

Yes Sir that's the only way I ride...LOW

[@Garcia5.7h]

Will this work on any chevy year?

[@adolph289]

nice

[@johncalhoun8011]

Hello!

[@lifestyletruckin7806]

They still need experience I would did everything with out removeing the bed

[@AZProPerformance]

Yeah, we don’t know much about trucks, you caught us. 😂 Why work harder, when we can work smarter being we have the means to easily remove the bed. If we need any tips or tricks, I’ll be sure to reach out to you. 😉

[@gdub454]

Shouldve done 20s in the rear....duh

[@jakewashere2.016]

My truck sits at the same hight on 20s 😂 I know it’s a 8” drop in the back I thing is a 6” drop all I’m gonna say is it was sorta lowered right

[@AZProPerformance]

It definitely is not a 6" drop and is a 7" drop. Keep in mind that you require more drop to get to the same fender, due to running taller 20" wheels.

[@lukeo9459]

That’s a 4/8 drop. U maxed out the shackles there 2”

[@AZProPerformance]

It is not a 8" drop, as that is only a 1" shackle, as they still have multiple holes, although the others are smaller. Belltech's 2" shackled are physically longer then there 1" when you compared. This is 100% a 1" shackle. Also, it is a 5" drop up front, since we didn't use the spacer up front. Trust me, we done many of these trucks and know them well and know the parts we use and sell on the daily.

[@josezapata602]

You started the wrong way

[@makepeace2850]

Need to be lower.