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Old Dec 28, 2004 | 02:26 AM
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Question what kind of drop should i do?

i have a 04 lightning that looks like a 4x4 what kind of drop should i do 1/2, 2/4, 1/3 what do you guys think
 
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Old Dec 28, 2004 | 04:55 AM
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i'd go with the hotchkis tvs system. i believe its coils, leafs, shackles, and swaybars.. i also think its 2/4.. correct me if i'm wrong?
 
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Old Dec 28, 2004 | 07:19 AM
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My 03' had the monster truck look going also so I went with a Western Chassis 2/4 drop(2" drop A-arms/hanger and shackle combo that allows you to adjust from 3-5" in the rear).I think to get to 5" though I would have to lose a leaf spring since the 02' and below have 4 opposed to our 5. When it was all said and done I had 1.75" lower F. And 3.50" R.
I also ditched the stock shocks and went with the Doetsch Tech Nitro Slammers(not the other nitro's,blah).
This was all off of recommendation of a friend of mine since I was new to all this when I got the ride in Aug. I have heard good things about the Hotchkins TVS and Roush as well but for me and my set up I am very happy.
I have before and after pics in the gallery for referance. Happy searching.
 

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Old Dec 28, 2004 | 09:06 AM
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I love the Hotchkis TVS... But I couldn't afford it.
 
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Old Dec 28, 2004 | 09:34 AM
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Originally posted by birdy111
i'd go with the hotchkis tvs system. i believe its coils, leafs, shackles, and swaybars.. i also think its 2/4.. correct me if i'm wrong?
ditto. If your looking for a level drop and not looking to spend that much money, the JLP 3'' Drop Shackles or the Hotchkis rear leaf springs are the way to go.
 
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Old Dec 28, 2004 | 09:58 AM
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I just bought a new '04 L myself, and didn't like the ***-in-the-air look either. I installed the 2" drop shackles in the rear. Although it definitely improves the look, I have to say I was hoping for a little more drop. I guess 3" would have been better. So plan it out before you buy, so you don't have to do it all over again.
 
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Old Dec 28, 2004 | 11:14 AM
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what about ground force?

What do yall think about ground force.Im thinking about getting it i just want to regret it at the end.1/2 or1/3?
 
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Old Dec 28, 2004 | 11:21 AM
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I have the ground force kit on mine. I'd like the rear a little lower, but I'm happy w/ it.

 
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Old Dec 28, 2004 | 11:29 AM
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truck looks great!did you go with the 1/2 or1/3 and how does it handle?
 
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