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Name:
Tryin 2 lay
Email:
wass_up_04@hotmail.com
HomeTown:
Baxley
Date:
October 08, 2007
Time:
11:12:29 PM -0500

Question

Ok here is my problem...ive got an 03 sierra that ive already bodydropped on 22s...when i bodydropped it i found a wheel i like with a +35 offset on a 9 inch wheel and it worked great...but now its old...i was gonna go up to 24s but there are quiet a few silverados poppin up down here on 24s so im gonna just go ahead and buy some 26s and get it back layin on the rockers....i found a wheel i like that is a 26x10 with a +31 offset and thats about the most offset ive been able to find on a wheel that looks decent...i have been lookin at all the pics of eric dunaways truck i can but i want 2 ask b4 i buy the wheels....what am i gonna have 2 do to get it down on 26s...i have belltech drop spindals but i also have a set of spindals that the balljoints are flipped( i think they are AIM) to achieve a 2 inch drop...i think these will help the upper balljoint angle but im not sure if they will be enough to get it on the ground so im prepared to raise the uppers and raise the lower ball joints and what ever else is needed...also what did you do with the tie rods 2 keep the wheels from pushing out when all the way down..any help on this will be greatly appreciated

Name:
Travis Raspotnik
Email:
raspott@fsuimail.ferris.edu
HomeTown:
Ludington MI
Date:
October 09, 2007
Time:
07:10:10 PM -0500

Question

I have a '98 s-10 that I would like to do a 3" body drop on. I am going to leave the 2.2L but I don't know what to do with all the electronics and stuff that are mounted to the inner fender wells. What can I take out or move for a clean look with out losing any thing inportant? Where can I move these things to?

Name:
Michael Hubbard
Email:
michaelshawn69@mchsi.com
HomeTown:
Ottumwa Iowa
Date:
October 10, 2007
Time:
05:58:11 PM -0500

Question

I think you guys are doing an awesome job, and you are trend setters!!

Name:
ben french
Email:
ben.french@comcast.net
HomeTown:
bellingham wa
Date:
October 12, 2007
Time:
09:29:00 PM -0500

Question

i need custom upper a-arms for my 1980 datsun 720 standard cab. 2' body drop. lays frame. 17' caddy rims. cando customs are all that i can find but they only offer 86.5-97 wjish is late 720 through hardbody. interested??? please help. thanks ben

Name:
Jose Mario
Email:
pachuco86@yahoo.com
HomeTown:
houston tx
Date:
October 15, 2007
Time:
03:13:58 PM -0500

Question

I have a 1998 Ford Expedition with airbags already on it. My question is, is there anyone who can tell me the proper way to make it lay frame on 24" wheels. I have no idea beacuase every shop tells me a different way of doing so. I want to take it somewhere where they are going to do it right and where can drive it every day. Do you have to cut into the back door? Is it possible to run the original gas tank or do you have to run a fuel cell? I would greatly appreciate some advice!

Name:
Kevin
Email:
krogers1990@cableone.net
HomeTown:
mar
Date:
October 18, 2007
Time:
02:06:52 PM -0500

Question

I have a 2000 silverado bagged on 20s. I am planning on upgrading to 22s. I am wondering about the brake booster. i see that yall have installed some kind of spacer between the booster and the master cylinder. other people have told me to put a smaller GM booster on it. However i am not sure what will be smaller and still mount the same. Are those spacers safe for a daily driver? if so do yall sell them? and if so how much? Thanks.

Name:
Enrique Reyes
Email:
reyeses@sbcglobal.net
HomeTown:
houston tx
Date:
October 21, 2007
Time:
10:35:19 AM -0500

Question

Paint question, Theres seems to be paint on my hood. Like if someone sprayed paint near my truck and the over spray got on my hood. Now I have a whole bunch of little paint dots on my hood. Whats the best way to remove the paint without damaging my paint on my truck? I thought about buffing it out but I'm afraid to mess up my paint, it a brand new truck. 07 GMC What should I do? HELP

Name:
Jeff
Email:
mugen678@comcast.net
HomeTown:
Nashville TN
Date:
October 25, 2007
Time:
06:48:45 PM -0500

Question

Any idea on the amount of frame to cut off on a 67-72 c-10 to make a short bed?

Name:
John
Email:
popeyeabba@msn.com
HomeTown:
Denver
Date:
October 26, 2007
Time:
03:06:33 PM -0500

Question

I am trying to put my 1937 Chevy 1/2 on a 1992 S10 Chevy. Anyone have any information on how to do this. Would very much appricate any information. Thanks, John.

Name:
jeremy snyder
Email:
soldierboy4902@yahoo.com
HomeTown:
Rustimiyah Iraq
Date:
October 31, 2007
Time:
03:15:35 PM -0600

Question

Fab This, First and foremost, great mag you guys have. Every time i can get my hands on an issue, i see more and more trucks that inspire me to build of my own streetscrapers one day. I am a soldier presently stationed in iraq, but have a truck that i need some help with. its a 1999 silverado ext cab. i am a fan of the 2003 front ends on the silverados,.. what i need to know is if the 2003 fenders, hood, grille and lights can be directly mounted to my silverado, or am i gonna have to do some modification, and if so, what and how much?? also, are there any other parts that i will need other than the ones i listed and of course, the brackets to mount those parts Lastly, if you have an answer for me, do you think that you could take the time to send it in an email to me,as i do not always get your mags on a monthly basis. i have asked everyone else i know for help and none could give any. once again,... you got an awesome mag and please,... keep pumpin out the kick ass rides..... jeremy

Name:
brad
Email:
bmh@aol.com
HomeTown:
dracut
Date:
October 31, 2007
Time:
04:44:19 PM -0600

Question

is there a way to lay frame on 20's with stock control arms

Name:
Daniel
Email:
estsleep36@aol.com
HomeTown:
Ontario Ca
Date:
November 01, 2007
Time:
12:44:24 AM -0600

Question

I was wondering how much it would be for a rendering of a 03' Chevy Silverado with a flat black paint with a silver pin stripe on 24s drop all the way to the ground with blacked out taillights

Name:
Raymond Huseby
Email:
unitedrolaz@yahoo.com
HomeTown:
Rapid City
Date:
November 01, 2007
Time:
08:47:11 AM -0600

Question

I have a 1977 Cadillac Coupe DeVille I want to body drop it 7 1/2" do a 7" body section chop the top 6" do full 3/4" port air ride on 22's can you guys do this i want to trim up into the doors so the front and rear bumpers lay flat on the ground when slammed can you guys do this. I would also like to put t-tops into it thanks.

Name:
Billy
Email:
Billysherman2003@YAHOO.COM
HomeTown:
Honolulu
Date:
November 02, 2007
Time:
02:44:23 PM -0600

Question

I own a 200 model Honda Civic with a dent in the hood. Eventually, I'd like to change out the front endy body components to give the front end a SOPHISTICATED and stylish look that screams class, but doesn't try to make me look 22 yrs old. I'm 40. I also don't want to spend a whole lotta money as fiberlass or ABS plastic is cool, while carbon fiber is very costly. What cheap way out can I start to find matchig parts for my front end? Any grille inserts?

Name:
Juan
Email:
Cfproductions@gmail.com
HomeTown:
Simi Valley
Date:
November 06, 2007
Time:
11:48:09 AM -0600

Question

wanted to see if i can get a quote for a 98 ranger extended cab need to get it done with in the next 3 months

Name:
Dono
Email:
drstanphill
HomeTown:
DFW Texas
Date:
November 07, 2007
Time:
01:27:27 PM -0600

Question

Im glad to see you are updating Luis pro street. That is a cool truck. How about some 20s with Micky's on that thing, maybe an LS1 and a two tone paint job. Im sure you all have in mind what it's going to look like. I just thought I'd through that out there. keep up the good work and bring it back to the Heatwave show when you're done with it.

Name:
Phoe
Email:
drkyprkynrd@hotmail.com
HomeTown:
California
Date:
November 11, 2007
Time:
12:16:05 PM -0600

Question

I'd like to know if you guys can make me a 2 link set-up for the rear of my 1st Gen 2 door Blazer without having to use a pan-hard bar. I tired to get one in but it wouldn't fit due to the shocks. Thank you.

Name:
Phoe
Email:
drkyprkynrd@hotmail.com
HomeTown:
California
Date:
November 11, 2007
Time:
12:16:11 PM -0600

Question

I'd like to know if you guys can make me a 2 link set-up for the rear of my 1st Gen 2 door Blazer without having to use a pan-hard bar. I tired to get one in but it wouldn't fit due to the shocks. Thank you.

Name:
Billy Pitcher
Email:
xnvrsatisfiedx94@hotmail.com
HomeTown:
Sharon
Date:
November 13, 2007
Time:
07:01:36 PM -0600

Question

I am planning on doing a stock floor body drop to my 93 ex cab chevy, and have it laying frame on 22"s. I was wondering what modifications have to be done to the heater box. I was also wondering what size back spacing I would need for the wheels? Any help would be great.

Name:
Dan Alvarez
Email:
danohawaii5_0@yahoo.com
HomeTown:
Brentwood NOR CAL
Date:
November 14, 2007
Time:
11:29:07 PM -0600

Question

i Just purchased a '90 Mitsu Mighty Max. I was wonderin where i can find taillight fillers and replacement body panels?, cause the first thing on my list is to shave and mold everything. All info greatly appreciated, thanks.

Name:
James
Email:
pimpinsports89@aol.com
HomeTown:
Macon
Date:
January 04, 2008
Time:
12:45:15 AM -0600

Question

yeah, my tires in the front are ALWAYS blowing out and i was wonderin how i can stop that...thanks for the help!

Name:
Jesse
Email:
jesandoval06@yahoo.com
HomeTown:
costa mesa
Date:
January 17, 2008
Time:
10:54:19 PM -0600

Question

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Name:
Jesse
Email:
jesandoval06@yahoo.com
HomeTown:
costa mesa
Date:
January 17, 2008
Time:
10:55:18 PM -0600

Question

Triangulated 4 link without having to get rid of my rear seats. 1997 Ex

Name:
Andrei
Email:
dresls@aol.com
HomeTown:
spokane
Date:
January 18, 2008
Time:
10:03:33 PM -0600

Question

channeling an 01 silverado. did the motor clear the stock hood?

Name:
Kelvin
Email:
kayjay_monzon@yahoo.com
HomeTown:
Los Angeles
Date:
February 19, 2008
Time:
03:09:04 PM -0600

Question

how do i contact if customs?

Name:
travis
Email:
sofakingkool80@yahoo.com
HomeTown:
claremore ok
Date:
March 27, 2008
Time:
06:42:09 PM -0600

Question

i cant find filler that go under the headlights 77 coupe deville any ideas

Name:
Eddie
Email:
eddierdz@sbcglobal.net
HomeTown:
houston
Date:
April 22, 2008
Time:
09:12:11 AM -0500

Question

I need a two link system for a 99 chevy tahoe 2 wheel drive.

Name:
laylow
Email:
imerino02@yahoo.com
HomeTown:
kansas city
Date:
June 10, 2008
Time:
06:37:03 PM -0500

Question

need a new cantaliever kit with new brackets made for my 84 chevy bd on 24

Name:
martin
Email:
martin66vw@yahoo.com
HomeTown:
panorama city
Date:
July 07, 2008
Time:
02:44:05 PM -0500

Question

i would like to body drop and bagg my 98 s10 323 251 0587

Name:
garrett
Email:
eckorider07@yahoo.com
HomeTown:
simi valley
Date:
August 15, 2008
Time:
12:50:25 AM -0500

Question

what is the height of the green prostreet and do you have more pics

Name:
Scott
Email:
itk2m3@yahoo.com
HomeTown:
Medina OH
Date:
August 15, 2008
Time:
09:43:09 AM -0500

Question

03 S10 ext cab 4.3L 2wd with a 4/4" drop. How do I remove the wheel wells?

Name:
EAZYED
Email:
epinto@crissair.com
HomeTown:
Lancaster
Date:
August 17, 2008
Time:
11:18:48 PM -0500

Question

How much would it cost to bag my 53 Merc..?? Thank you, ED...

Name:
stefan
Email:
stefanwilson@live.com
HomeTown:
arkansas
Date:
September 13, 2008
Time:
01:39:44 AM -0500

Question

what size 15'' stock rims w

Name:
ray
Email:
alexanderdeere@yahoo.com
HomeTown:
CullmanAlabama
Date:
September 24, 2008
Time:
12:19:43 AM -0500

Question

l got a 95 s10 and i wanna know how to do a body drop

Name:
robert
Email:
rideascion@yahoo.com
HomeTown:
san bernardino
Date:
October 05, 2008
Time:
11:44:19 PM -0500

Question

i have a 2 link on my 87 burban... i need some help ..909-647-3552

Name:
vinnie
Email:
vgalione@yahoo.com
HomeTown:
blairstown
Date:
October 12, 2008
Time:
09:01:31 AM -0500

Question

hey i see travis truck is chopped how many inches

Name:
boogie
Email:
boogie716@yahoo.com
HomeTown:
ALBUQUERQUE
Date:
October 27, 2008
Time:
12:56:56 PM -0600

Question

I HAVE MY S10 GUTTED NOW I WANNA DO THE BODY DROP ANY TIPS TO REMEMBER?

Name:
jesse
Email:
crazy_ford_racer87@yahoo.com
HomeTown:
mission
Date:
October 27, 2008
Time:
07:29:15 PM -0600

Question

what size tubing do you use for your notches and how thick

Name:
carlos
Email:
case0ne@yahoo.com
HomeTown:
anaheim
Date:
October 31, 2008
Time:
08:49:21 PM -0600

Question

i wana body dropp my 2004 scion xb how much for the work.

Name:
Jess
Email:
jdupuis87@hotmail.com
HomeTown:
rossland BC Canada
Date:
November 01, 2008
Time:
08:55:46 PM -0600

Question

98 chev,4/6 drop.will i need to gut inner fenders for 20's?

Name:
Blue
Email:
knokturnal14@yahoo.com
HomeTown:
county
Date:
November 05, 2008
Time:
10:42:39 PM -0600

Question

what i need to put 04 CHEVY 4.8 IN MY 1986 CHEVY C-10