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1990 D150 lowering kit?

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Old Aug 27, 2013 | 12:56 PM
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yeah I would just do an axle flip on the rear and a 2 in drop spindle on the front that would make it sit relatively low and would still have that fairly smooth factory ride that these trucks have.
 
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Old Aug 28, 2013 | 11:29 AM
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Originally Posted by aaronteagueautomotive
yeah I would just do an axle flip on the rear and a 2 in drop spindle on the front that would make it sit relatively low and would still have that fairly smooth factory ride that these trucks have.
I haven't looked at the drop spindles yet but thanks for the idea, might save some money!
 
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Old Mar 17, 2017 | 01:17 AM
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how much lower will my truck set in the front when i replace the slant six with a 440? also wanting to find a good aftermarket lowering kit to purchase,that works. any ideals or websites
 
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Old Mar 26, 2017 | 09:28 PM
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Originally Posted by ramit81
how much lower will my truck set in the front when i replace the slant six with a 440? also wanting to find a good aftermarket lowering kit to purchase,that works. any ideals or websites

slant 6 weights 475 lbs and the 440 weights 670lbs. From what I found on spring rates I think it will lower the front about 1/4". Others can chime in if they actually done the same swap and measured before and after.
 

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Old Nov 4, 2017 | 08:37 AM
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What is involved in a rear axle flip. 90 D150. Thanks, Jerry
 
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