Need help with 1999 Silverado rear suspension
09-25-2012, 02:56 PM
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I think your set up is fine you just need to to get everything straightened out.
Maybe a different kit would work better for you. I just don't know that much about lowering kits to recommend one.
09-25-2012, 04:34 PM
#12
If you move the springs under the axle you will be putting the axle closer to the frame.
I think your set up is fine you just need to to get everything straightened out.
Maybe a different kit would work better for you. I just don't know that much about lowering kits to recommend one.
I think your set up is fine you just need to to get everything straightened out.
Maybe a different kit would work better for you. I just don't know that much about lowering kits to recommend one.
My kit is wrong to begin with.
I will be going to another kit as soon as possible and getting a C notch put in.
Any C notches have more room than other?
09-25-2012, 07:20 PM
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09-25-2012, 07:58 PM
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DJM has been known to fail and cause the frame to buckle. I don't think any bolt in notch is any different in regards to "room". Unless I missed something.
I can tell you at 4" with a flip kit I bottom out a bit, but you cracking the frame scares me. Makes me want to check on mine. I think the cracking has more to do with the towing and lack of suspension travel with the flat springs and hitting frame.
I can tell you at 4" with a flip kit I bottom out a bit, but you cracking the frame scares me. Makes me want to check on mine. I think the cracking has more to do with the towing and lack of suspension travel with the flat springs and hitting frame.
09-25-2012, 08:24 PM
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DJM has been known to fail and cause the frame to buckle. I don't think any bolt in notch is any different in regards to "room". Unless I missed something.
I can tell you at 4" with a flip kit I bottom out a bit, but you cracking the frame scares me. Makes me want to check on mine. I think the cracking has more to do with the towing and lack of suspension travel with the flat springs and hitting frame.
I can tell you at 4" with a flip kit I bottom out a bit, but you cracking the frame scares me. Makes me want to check on mine. I think the cracking has more to do with the towing and lack of suspension travel with the flat springs and hitting frame.
It is something to keep a eye on...it appears the newer trucks...after 99..the new body style...the frames are flat and the reason of the notch...makes lowering them rougher...
09-25-2012, 09:21 PM
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Frames are flat? What the hell does that mean?
Anyways having a cracked frame back there? Man I would think you would have to bottom out Really Bad in order for that to happen, the frame is pretty thick metal.
Anyways having a cracked frame back there? Man I would think you would have to bottom out Really Bad in order for that to happen, the frame is pretty thick metal.
09-25-2012, 09:40 PM
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LOL.
What I meant was that does not curve up and over the rearend.
Yeah its thick....Im not sure how all the cracking took place...over a period of time.
09-29-2012, 07:51 PM
#19
Well
Been searching for over several days and I cant find alot of the information I need.
It seems that the Belltech andMcGaughys C notch have the best reviews.
I did find a custom c notch at kmwperformance.com which can be custom made.
Im not interested in a larger drop than 4" with hangers and shackles that I have from Belltech.
The c notches are not really designed for a 4" drop, but ones for more and when using a flip kit with the springs under the axle.
I dont want to use a flip kit either.
Why?
I tow some with my truck....it hauls my chevelle to the drags.
That is about all the hauling I do, but its about 4500 pounds Im pulling.
That is why I need to use helper bags...to bring the back end up.
The problem Im having is if I install the c notch. That will put the frame out toward the tire about a 1/4" and most air bag brackets will bolt to that and this throws out the bracket another 1/4" because of the c notch plate....and I cant find anyone who has a 4" drop, c notch, and helper bags to pic there mind...
It may appear that some air bag set ups have a in and out adjustment on them.
Anyone want to chime in??
Been searching for over several days and I cant find alot of the information I need.
It seems that the Belltech andMcGaughys C notch have the best reviews.
I did find a custom c notch at kmwperformance.com which can be custom made.
Im not interested in a larger drop than 4" with hangers and shackles that I have from Belltech.
The c notches are not really designed for a 4" drop, but ones for more and when using a flip kit with the springs under the axle.
I dont want to use a flip kit either.
Why?
I tow some with my truck....it hauls my chevelle to the drags.
That is about all the hauling I do, but its about 4500 pounds Im pulling.
That is why I need to use helper bags...to bring the back end up.
The problem Im having is if I install the c notch. That will put the frame out toward the tire about a 1/4" and most air bag brackets will bolt to that and this throws out the bracket another 1/4" because of the c notch plate....and I cant find anyone who has a 4" drop, c notch, and helper bags to pic there mind...
It may appear that some air bag set ups have a in and out adjustment on them.
Anyone want to chime in??
Last edited by DAH32; 09-29-2012 at 08:28 PM.
09-30-2012, 10:35 AM
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if you have access to a welder why not the super notch? to me it looks a lot stronger then the McGaughy's notch
AVS :: Air Suspension :: Notches & Bridge Kits :: NOTCHES :: Super C Notch 88-98 and 99-04 GM full size- mount under floor no cutting
AVS :: Air Suspension :: Notches & Bridge Kits :: NOTCHES :: Super C Notch 88-98 and 99-04 GM full size- mount under floor no cutting