85 gmc drop spindle question...

[JOHN954]

Hey everyone im new to the forum and PROUD owner of a 85 short bed 1500 so my question is when you use lowering spindle can i use all the factory parts?(springs/shocks/ball joints/tie rod ends) or do i have to upgrade? Im sure this is a noob question but be easy on me im new this lol

 

[J Knight]

Yes you can use all the factory parts just be sure to order the correct spindle for your rotor thickness.(1in or 1.25in thick)

 

[JOHN954]

Is there a brand i should stay away from? I dont want to see my wheel passing me on the road...

 

[J Knight]

Western chassis, McGaughys, Belltech, CCP are good stuff but stay away from the rest.

 

[killthewabbit]

I used McGaughy's 2.5" drop spindles on my 85 GMC when I dropped it a year and a half ago. I drive it every day and they have held up great. I would recommend them to anyone looking.

 

[JOHN954]

Thanks for the info guys! When i get the spindles im going to do pads/rotors/tie rod ends/bearings the same time might as well do it when im doing the spindle

 

[Jeff Dodson]

I just got mine off EBAY, they were 199.00 free shipping. I believe they are DJM. Look and feel QUALITY

 

[John-e Bravada]

I have a set of DJM's for sale but I can't post in the FOR SALE section yet, not enough posts. That's what happens when you keep your mouth shut.

Better to be assumes a fool then open your mouth and confirm it

 

[ohchiiit]

I have a set of DJM's for sale but I can't post in the FOR SALE section yet, not enough posts. That's what happens when you keep your mouth shut.

Better to be assumes a fool then open your mouth and confirm it

what rotor they fit? price?

 

[John-e Bravada]

what rotor they fit? price?

1.25" rotors, PM sent.