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Lowering the rear end 1961 F100
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Lowering the rear end 1961 F100
Hello again all I need some help with a question how does one lower the rear end on a 1961 F100 without C-notching the frame or swapping out the rear ends? I read you can take out leaf springs (if someone can like me to a page on that thanks) or I could use lowering shackles? But I can't seem to find anything on google on how to use the shackles or where to buy thanks in advance.
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You would need to check with a local shop. Prices can vary from locale to locale. I could be wrong, but IMHO, you probably will find it difficult to locate a shop to perform such a project, due to the potential liability issues with frame modification.
I would suggest you spend some time reading through previous post on this and other truck sites. Use the search function and take a look at what others have done, questions asked and answers given. This will give you a look at various options and supplies which can help you accomplish your goals. For example: you may find that by adjusting your drop by 1" you can avoid frame modifications and save $$ and time.
I would suggest you spend some time reading through previous post on this and other truck sites. Use the search function and take a look at what others have done, questions asked and answers given. This will give you a look at various options and supplies which can help you accomplish your goals. For example: you may find that by adjusting your drop by 1" you can avoid frame modifications and save $$ and time.
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Typical notch job is a days work at 100 bucks an hour...All depends on the shop.
also when you lower the truck you need to purchase custom shorter shocks.
Notching with a bolt on kit is fairly easy and can be accomplished by a novice. Most manufactures offer a bolt on notch.
Removing leafs will drop the truck a few inches but mush the ride.
Garbz
also when you lower the truck you need to purchase custom shorter shocks.
Notching with a bolt on kit is fairly easy and can be accomplished by a novice. Most manufactures offer a bolt on notch.
Removing leafs will drop the truck a few inches but mush the ride.
Garbz
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