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Nov 15, 2013 | 12:04 PM

jadavis7

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From: Christiansburg, VA

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I have a complete 1973 Ford F100 truck front end on my 1960 F100. It needs some rebuilding. I really would like to lower the front end 2 to 4 inches. I can use drop I beams and rebuild the front end. This will be pretty costly and still not give me a very good ride. Would I be better off with a Fat Man front end (or some other?). This would be expensive but would give me a much better ride. Any opinions or suggestions would be much appreciated. What are any members with 1957-1960s doing to lower theirs? Thanks to anyone for replies.

Nov 15, 2013 | 12:44 PM

Maltman

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From: Manteca, CA

I see a lot of guys go with a crown vic swap in front, very well documented in this forum. I myself am going with Sids drop front axle and flip the hangers in rear...can get 2-4 inches easily. I may regret going this option in the long run. But for $400 and a weekends work, I feel this is the best option for me at this point in time. I don't mind the "truck" ride. I actually appreciate the simplicity and quirks that come along with a 53 year old truck...

Nov 15, 2013 | 01:21 PM

Danleig

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From: Simi Valley, CA.

TCI Mustang II for me, I upgraded to 4 piston Willwood calipers. With the power rack and pinion I'm hoping for car-like drive, but it'll be a while until I hit the streets.