#ETCGDadsTruck 4” Rear Suspension Drop (Part 1)

21 Feb

In this video I show you how to lower the rear suspension 4” on a 1990 GMT400 pick up truck (1988-1998) by relocating the rear leaf spring. This is not an axle flip, so you don’t have to notch the frame.

#ETCGDadsTruck 4” Rear Suspension Drop (Part 2): https://youtu.be/63SfLDsdKRs

#ETCGDadsTruck 4” Rear Suspension Drop (Full Version): https://www.ericthecarguy.com/exclusive-videos/73-exclusive-videos/2331-etcgdadstruck-4-rear-suspension-drop-full-version-exclusive-video

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Part Links

The Kit I Used: https://www.summitracing.com/parts/mmc-33134/overview/year/1990/make/chevrolet/model/c1500/submodel/silverado

Bushing Kit: https://www.summitracing.com/parts/ens-3-18107g/overview/make/gmc/model/c15

Drop Shocks: https://www.summitracing.com/parts/bel-8535

VHT Chassis Roll Bar Paint: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000CPAVI4/ref=b2b_gw_d_bia_0_2_p/138-7360854-8240723?ie=UTF8&pd_rd_r=ed23a498-dcf1-46ac-a4d7-0d779e75b8e1&pd_rd_w=wrvEu&pd_rd_wg=vEHvY&pf_rd_p=02b097f5-ba77-405d-b0df-1c30d307d24f&pf_rd_r=HV7VV3XTR92T997S299C&refRID=15Q7EJQG61FHY0X99Z6H

Penetrating Oil: http://www.freealloil.com

Tools

Ear Plugs: https://www.jbtoolsales.com/sas-safety-6101-corded-ear-plugs-with-case#oid=1002_1

Air Hammer Set: https://www.jbtoolsales.com/ingersoll-rand-121-k6-air-hammer-kit-401-shank-super-duty#oid=1002_1

Ball Joint Press: https://www.jbtoolsales.com/astro-pneumatic-7865-ball-joint-service-kit#oid=1002_1

Milwaukee 1/2” (the big one): https://milwaukeetool.com/Products/Power-Tools/Fastening/Impact-Wrenches/2863-22

3/8” Electric Impact: https://www.jbtoolsales.com/ingersoll-rand-w5132-k12-iqv20-3-8-drive-impactool-bl2022-kit#oid=1002_1

Milwaukee Sawsall: https://milwaukeetool.com/Products/Power-Tools/SAWZALL-Reciprocating-Saws/SAWZALLS/2722-21HD

Astro Pneumatic Saw: https://www.jbtoolsales.com/astro-pneumatic-930-air-saber-saw-with-5-piece-blade-set#oid=1002_1

Harbor Freight Serpentine Belt Tool: https://www.harborfreight.com/serpentine-belt-tool-kit-63689.html

Trusty Cook Hammers: https://trustycook.com

Angle Drill: https://www.harborfreight.com/38-in-variable-speed-reversible-close-quarters-drill-60610.html

1/2” Breaker Bar: https://www.jbtoolsales.com/k-tool-23081-chrome-breaker-bar-1-2-drive-24-long#oid=1002_1

Torch Kit: https://www.jbtoolsales.com/firepower-0384-0995-250-series-tote-gas-welding-set#oid=1002_1

Torque Wrench: http://www.rakuten.com/prod/282405511.html

Hose Pliers: https://www.jbtoolsales.com/gearwrench-82107-3-piece-double-x-hose-pliers-set#oid=1002_1

Introduction to #ETCGDadsTruck Build (Episode 1):

#ETCGDadsTruck Gets Wheels & Tires (Episode 2):

ETCG Gets a Truck:

Fun Facts About Dads Truck:

How To Find Suspension Noises:

Do You Need and Alignment?:

Honda Element/CRV Lower Control Arm Bushing Replacement:

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Video Title: Here is the first installment of the #ETCGDadsTruck 4” Rear Suspension Drop. It’s a long one so grab some coffee or some popcorn and dig in. FYI, there is a full version of this video available to Premium Members of EricTheCarGuy.com if you don’t want to wait till next week for the conclusion. #ETCGVideo #SuspensionDrop #ChevyTruck Thumbnail: http://www.ericthecarguy.com/images/Youtube_Thumbs/feb/2019/ETCGDadsTruck_4_Rear_Drop_Part_1.jpg