Nice, clean 1988! I had a 89 black Silverado for about 10 years that I miss a lot. I like the nose down rake so used 2" shackles in the rear and 2" drop Springs in the front (maintained factory alignment). American Racing Torq Thrust I I wheels (retirement present to myself). Stainless cat-back system. 350 v8 with ceramic coated Edelbrock Tri-Y headers. Matching Lear topper with dark smoked glass. Wish I had kept it, but good memories. Fair winds and following seas to all.
I bought a brown and gold 89 in 90, I still regret trading that truck! I didn't like the unlevel stance either so all me and my friend did was take a leaf spring out (first one up from the bottom) it was level after that with no issues with hauling or towing.
I used to flip the rear drill the holein the saddle forward and wielded it together and in front evenly heat up the Springs and put as many shims on the upper control arms as i needed and then adjust my tierodends
It does look nice. It is the opposite way of my intention on my 14 Silverado. I plan on installing an add a leaf, new shackles, and new hangers, because I have a broken hanger now. as well as I will be installing new shocks.
@@melindaortiz9741 you are absolutely correct. I did purchase the truck used approximately a year and a half ago. The truck was used as a fleet vehicle. The side of the truck where the broken hanger was, there is a steel plate bolted to the bed. I do not know which fleet this truck came from.
Rough country kit? 2"/4"? Drop spindle/ rear shackle & bracket with sport shocks? At least, it looks like you have that kit. I bought that kit for my truck. I am interested in seeing the finished project. I haven't started on mine. Right now, I'm finishing up the rust repairs to the cab. I have the bed off of the frame. Should be a lot easier to drop the suspension while the bed is off.
Gotta find the sweet spot with your jack under the rear-end.. then it should be relatively easy. Also maybe you. An use something like a punch or a skinny socket extender to push out the bolt with a hammer
Very good video. I bought my one owner SWB 112K mile 1998 Chevy C1500 W/T a couple of weeks ago. One of my first upgrades is to get the back of the truck level with the front. I bought the same shackles that you have. I was concerned about getting the top bolt out, but your plan was a good one. My truck may be a little more complicated as mine has a receiver hitch in the way. I will leave the bolts snug ( not tight) until the truck is on the ground and then tighten just a tad more. Did you have to get the truck frontend aligned again?
@@Mhenson707 I’m looking forward to it. I ordered the Shackles tonight and I was originally going to raise the front end by 2” but this makes way more sense. Thanks again for the instructional video! 🤘🏻
Truck looks good man I’m a new subscriber as of today, I own two OBS Chevy trucks a 2000 K2500 with a vortec 454 to a 4L80e trans and recently picked up a super clean 1995 C1500 extended cab stepside with the 5.7l and 5speed. Love to see how the truck turns out for you 👌🏻🤙🏻
@@oswaldomorales5154 ok. So I'm guessing that would be just a flip kit in the rear with shock extenders.. if so then you can add a drop shackle to get and extra 1 or 2 inches. For the front you will probably have to find a 3 inch drop spring to get an extra inch.. I'm guessing you have a drop spindle and a 2 inch drop spring up front currently..?
im currently working on dropping my truck more .. i will have a new video out in a week or so, lots of new drop parts. you should check out djm suspension .com
@@Mhenson707 I want to order the parts you had when you made this video. Do you still recommend them & are they correct? They say 1 inch drop when I check them out
Try doing this on a truck from New England. You will need a torch , sawzall and an air chisel just to get the old bolts out that will not survive the battle
@@Mhenson707 just do the ls2 their around 2k and your year model is easier to swap with a 5.3 cause you have a 4l60 transmission if I'm not mistaken . To put the engine and trans is is easy only extreme hard part is wiring
Roy Reynolds I did not use any shins and the truck seems to be just fine ! At just 2 inches I personally am not going to worry about it But later I am planning on going way lower in the back, that’s when I will look into shimming.
N.C Kayak King I will most likely go with a leaf spring flip kit , that will give another 4 inches to the rear drop.. unless I do air bags .. I can’t decide lol
To drop the bacc you can do a number of things. I think a good start is a flip kit(6in). From there you can add the shackles to get (1-2in) you can also get some drop hangers for (2in) you can also after you get a flip kit, you can use drop blocks (different sizes) you can even simply remove a single leaf (the drop will very... I have a 94 obs in the bacc I have a flip kit, drop shackles, and drop bloccs for a 10in drop. I would've gone more but I need a step notch, once I get that then I'ma go another 4-5 drop in the bacc
HENSON GARAGE I’m probably goading to install 2” drop shackles and removing the overload springs in the rear gonna be sweet! I’ve already ordered my 6.2l fully built motor for it now I’m just waiting to purchase the twin turbo kit!
Not saying its a bad video. But it seems like a lot of effort for not a real difference. You did sabe me from buying those. I'm going to go ahead and do the flip kit and c notch. Thanks for the video. You have a great looking truck
Wow that truck is in great shape. Oh bye the way while you were driving back and forth past your driveway someone messaged you on offer up lol. $Ca-ching$
Jacks backing up jack stands is overkill for me but definitely doesn’t hurt anything. The Jack under the rear end is back up for the Jack stands as it will support the weight if the stands fail but again, nothing wrong with extra safety..
@@1990CUEVAS i havent done nothing yet. Im aquiering other pieces to the body first. Matching color escalade roof rack today,limited side skirts,front limited/z71 front bumper and rear escalade bumper cover.
You should mention that the bed frame needs to be lifted from under as well, otherwise leaf spring tension WILL chop your fingers right off and or dent frame. The video paused for a second, then you came back and removed bolt with ease. Assuming you did lifted the bed frame. Smh.
Jay Val All you have to do is use the floor jack and lift the rear end up or lower it to the sweet spot where the bolt will just pull right out. That’s what I did but it took me a while to find the sweet spot that’s why I paused it and then continued once I found the spot.
@@Mhenson707 That's exactly what I just said. I meant you should have recorded it in n the video because most people won't know this, would attend to remove it and get hurt in the process. I know you're trying to do good but the safety of others are the key. ;) keep it up man, thumbs up
@@bigpapatyr0ne732 no you start beating on it with the nut on It so you don't kill the threads and can screw the nut off after it starts to break free....wow this is beginning mechanic tactics!
Nice, clean 1988! I had a 89 black Silverado for about 10 years that I miss a lot. I like the nose down rake so used 2" shackles in the rear and 2" drop Springs in the front (maintained factory alignment). American Racing Torq Thrust I I wheels (retirement present to myself). Stainless cat-back system. 350 v8 with ceramic coated Edelbrock Tri-Y headers. Matching Lear topper with dark smoked glass. Wish I had kept it, but good memories.
Fair winds and following seas to all.
I could so use some of your knowledge to help build my 89 c1500
Never in my life have I seen a shackle bolt come out like that. I WISH.
I’ve been working for hours trying with my air chisel and a torch. Now I need a new bushing ☹️
Pulling the bed gonna try the ol slug hammer
You are not mfkn lying
heat is your friend.
Its coming along man! Would've been good to see some before and after measurements. Keep the videos coming!
Congrats on the baby man
One day hopefully ill have my own
I bought a brown and gold 89 in 90, I still regret trading that truck! I didn't like the unlevel stance either so all me and my friend did was take a leaf spring out (first one up from the bottom) it was level after that with no issues with hauling or towing.
I just did the same thing to my 2003 Silverado. They look so much better leveled out.
So you just installed the shackles only right, not the extended shocks you mentioned?
Wish my truck was that clean
It's crazy to see this model of truck that clean and not all rusted out in ohio we have to cut and torch
We don't have to worry about rust to much in California unless you live close to the ocean or the snowy mountain area,
What are you planning for the front?
Lowering springs? Spindles?
exactly the info I was looking for buddy. Thanks!
Nice Job 🎉I’m glad that work for you looking at doing this thanks for the content
I used to flip the rear drill the holein the saddle forward and wielded it together and in front evenly heat up the Springs and put as many shims on the upper control arms as i needed and then adjust my tierodends
Do you need to get 2in shorter shocks? Some say yes, but 2 inches should not affect the shock travel much.
Great and helpful video unless your truck is rusty. Gonna have to get the torch after mine.
What did you do to take the tension off the leaf springs ? I tried today and could not take em out
You really came in clutch 💯🔥
David Colon haha thanks man !
It does look nice. It is the opposite way of my intention on my 14 Silverado. I plan on installing an add a leaf, new shackles, and new hangers, because I have a broken hanger now. as well as I will be installing new shocks.
Broken hanger ? U carry heavy loads rust ?
Truck seems to new
@@melindaortiz9741 you are absolutely correct. I did purchase the truck used approximately a year and a half ago. The truck was used as a fleet vehicle. The side of the truck where the broken hanger was, there is a steel plate bolted to the bed. I do not know which fleet this truck came from.
Did you have to use any shims to correct the pinion angle?
NO
Rough country kit? 2"/4"? Drop spindle/ rear shackle & bracket with sport shocks? At least, it looks like you have that kit. I bought that kit for my truck. I am interested in seeing the finished project. I haven't started on mine. Right now, I'm finishing up the rust repairs to the cab. I have the bed off of the frame. Should be a lot easier to drop the suspension while the bed is off.
How did it turn out I'm trying to do the same?
That’s one clean obs , love them all stock
My kit came with new hangers for front of leaf spring. Is it necessary to change them out too?
What did u stick in the hole to get the bolts out
Gotta find the sweet spot with your jack under the rear-end.. then it should be relatively easy. Also maybe you. An use something like a punch or a skinny socket extender to push out the bolt with a hammer
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Very good video. I bought my one owner SWB 112K mile 1998 Chevy C1500 W/T a couple of weeks ago. One of my first upgrades is to get the back of the truck level with the front. I bought the same shackles that you have. I was concerned about getting the top bolt out, but your plan was a good one. My truck may be a little more complicated as mine has a receiver hitch in the way. I will leave the bolts snug ( not tight) until the truck is on the ground and then tighten just a tad more. Did you have to get the truck frontend aligned again?
What size tires are those? Are those wheels 15x8?
So much a better stance. I’m planning on doing that to my 1993 Silverado
I definitely recommend it. It doesn't change ride quality either
@@Mhenson707 I’m looking forward to it. I ordered the Shackles tonight and I was originally going to raise the front end by 2” but this makes way more sense. Thanks again for the instructional video! 🤘🏻
@@Mhenson707 I did it the other day and it’s looking killer! Thanks for all your help🤘🏻
This video was super helpful 🙏🏼 Thank you so much... OBS is looking amazing
Did you have to get those bolts to a specific tourque?
75 lbs
So did u have to do anything to the front shackles of the rear leaf spring or one the rear shackles of it?
Truck looks good man I’m a new subscriber as of today, I own two OBS Chevy trucks a 2000 K2500 with a vortec 454 to a 4L80e trans and recently picked up a super clean 1995 C1500 extended cab stepside with the 5.7l and 5speed. Love to see how the truck turns out for you 👌🏻🤙🏻
what size tires and rims you riden on
Stock
By any chance do you know if the shackles hit the bed ?
No they shouldnt. Mine were about an inch away from the bed
That's on long bed
Does it matter on witch side it’s facing ?
It doesn't seem like it. Idk
Does the leaf spring hit the bed with the shackles on?
Not at all
Man that’s clean.
I tell you what...I just did this install. Not too bad. But I put the bolts back in the way that makes sense so I won't have to go through that again.
Do I have to buy another lowering kit if I wanna lower my truck more? Currently have a 4/6 drop I wanna go with a 5/7.
No.most of the time you can just add to what you already have .. do you know what is being used in the rear?
@@Mhenson707 I have the 4/6 flip kit from mcgaughys.
@@oswaldomorales5154 ok. So I'm guessing that would be just a flip kit in the rear with shock extenders.. if so then you can add a drop shackle to get and extra 1 or 2 inches. For the front you will probably have to find a 3 inch drop spring to get an extra inch.. I'm guessing you have a drop spindle and a 2 inch drop spring up front currently..?
Looks way better..ihave the same problem..could you tell me the part number to where I can purchase ..
Nice. I have a stock height truck too but wanted a little more than a 2inch drop. Anything you recommend ? As I have no clue what to buy
im currently working on dropping my truck more .. i will have a new video out in a week or so, lots of new drop parts. you should check out djm suspension .com
@@Mhenson707 I want to order the parts you had when you made this video. Do you still recommend them & are they correct? They say 1 inch drop when I check them out
Do the shackles make ride stiffer or hit the bed? I'm planning to do mine but i'm concerned about that.
Josue Rivera It still rides like stock. But if you go any lower then 2 inches then you will need shock extenders and better shocks.
@@Mhenson707 thanks for the information. I feel more confident now!
Nice truck👌🏽
I’m getting one just like that soon
Julio Deluna nice! All stock ?
Hows it riding
It road great with the 2-in drop in the back just like factory. but I recently dropped the truck even more just haven't put up a video yet
I see im undecided to level the front or back since i tow with my truck dont want the back squatting to much
@@joseramirez9932 you can get the shackles that I got they have 2 holes one for 2" and one for 1 inch drop
Do you have a link
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Thanks for the video great I can’t wait to do my 97 gmc
How’d you take some tension off the leaf spring?
I believe he used a floor Jack
I installed this kit on my 94 c2500 but only gave me a one inch drop...I'm confused 😕
Can i do this to my 1995 C2500 ? The back is too high!
I would like to do mine but i don’t think it’s enough! Mine needs a healthy 3 to 3 1/2
Would this work for a 4x4 1988 Silverado ?
Is it bouncy?
Not at all
What (mm) are the shackle bolts?
will them shackles work on a 3500 chevy and wher can i get
Where did u get the parts n how much
I have links in the video description box
Hey bro high high did u lift ur truck on the stands
I can’t get my bolt out :(
Did you end up getting it out?
@@Mhenson707
Seems to
Be seized
I’m going to get a sledge hammer
Tmrw
@@mrchrisoben maybe let some pb blaster soak on it until you get the hammer ?
@@Mhenson707
I just soaked it from satuday
I managed to get the bottom one to
Spin but there not coming out
@@mrchrisoben so the nuts came off but the bolts won't slide out?
Where I Can Find dos brackets To To Lord Mind
Try doing this on a truck from New England. You will need a torch , sawzall and an air chisel just to get the old bolts out that will not survive the battle
Lmao
I have a 1989 in the same silver paint red interior I'm undergoing an ls 2 swap it's got a 4/6 drop
joshua avila nice! I can’t wait to do a swap .. I’m leaning towards the ls3 Erod but their so expensive lol
@@Mhenson707 just do the ls2 their around 2k and your year model is easier to swap with a 5.3 cause you have a 4l60 transmission if I'm not mistaken . To put the engine and trans is is easy only extreme hard part is wiring
Why didn’t you replace hangers?//
What size tires do you have on the truck
235 75 15
Do you have a video for the front end?
Planning on doing the front end in about a month
What size bolt was it
did those wheels come with the truck or did you find em somewhere? they look good with the truck.
They are the factory wheels that came on it new from the dealership
You put the shock extender in backwards..
tclott316 I Baught the wrong ones
They’re still backwards regardless
Bought a truck with the rear dropped 2" i put factory shackles back in went to use it as a truck and it was nose to the moon
Lol
Can you tell me if doing a two inch like in the video,would you have to get a shim for the pinion angle?
Roy Reynolds I did not use any shins and the truck seems to be just fine ! At just 2 inches I personally am not going to worry about it But later I am planning on going way lower in the back, that’s when I will look into shimming.
They recommend the shims. I put a 2" drop shackle on mine with no shims and it seems to be just fine.
Realizing I put it in inside out
So if you drop the front what are you going to do to the back to make it lower?
N.C Kayak King I will most likely go with a leaf spring flip kit , that will give another 4 inches to the rear drop.. unless I do air bags .. I can’t decide lol
@@Mhenson707 a flip kit on the OBS gives you 6in drop
To drop the bacc you can do a number of things. I think a good start is a flip kit(6in). From there you can add the shackles to get (1-2in) you can also get some drop hangers for (2in) you can also after you get a flip kit, you can use drop blocks (different sizes) you can even simply remove a single leaf (the drop will very... I have a 94 obs in the bacc I have a flip kit, drop shackles, and drop bloccs for a 10in drop. I would've gone more but I need a step notch, once I get that then I'ma go another 4-5 drop in the bacc
I’ve also have one just alike mines a white 98 single cab shortbed imma bout to lower the rear end also I can’t stand the nose dive!
Joshua Moody nice! What are you planning on lowering with?
HENSON GARAGE I’m probably goading to install 2” drop shackles and removing the overload springs in the rear gonna be sweet! I’ve already ordered my 6.2l fully built motor for it now I’m just waiting to purchase the twin turbo kit!
Do you have to have the shock extenders for the 2” drop??
shane dav The ones I ordered ended up not being the right ones so I ended up not using any. It’s still rides good though without the shock extenders
Do the shackles hit the bed when you hit bumps??
you should really tighten those bolts up with the truck on the ground so the'yre tightened at ride height and not while the truck is in the air
Bobby Larkler thanks for the tip !
Nice man...do you happen to know that tire size on the obs...
235/75/15
@@Mhenson707 thanks brotha
Not saying its a bad video. But it seems like a lot of effort for not a real difference. You did sabe me from buying those. I'm going to go ahead and do the flip kit and c notch. Thanks for the video. You have a great looking truck
What kit did you use?
omar daly a brand named Crown suspension
Nice
So would it of looked lower if you put the screw in the other whole or no?
Mario Maguellal No. That is as low as it goes. I definitely want to go way lower eventually, with other suspension parts though .
JACKS!!
you put the shock exteders backwards bro, the backing plate of the extender goes behind the shock mount lol
I was screaming the same thing.....lol
Did you have to drop your hitch?
Ren De La Fuente no
Wow that truck is in great shape. Oh bye the way while you were driving back and forth past your driveway someone messaged you on offer up lol. $Ca-ching$
Dan Hodgkiss lol yea that was funny when I heard the offer up sound !
Ok that part doesn’t seem to fit my truck on Amazon??
Joel Castro it’s universal bro
💯
Where did u get the parts from
China
When you drop it more you should get some 15s on it!
Juan Serrato it’s alwready on 15’s lol. What kind of rims are you talking about
@@Mhenson707 get some centerlines , i have them in my gmc with wide tires
I have the same exact truck
me too🤣
Wait but you forgot the jack for the jack ...for the jack!!!
Those Views Though! 🎉
Jacks backing up jack stands is overkill for me but definitely doesn’t hurt anything. The Jack under the rear end is back up for the Jack stands as it will support the weight if the stands fail but again, nothing wrong with extra safety..
I'm paranoid lol
2" drop is where my max would be since i have a set of 26s and 24s.
I got 26 irocs on my 93 I think I’m also gonna drop it 2 inches did u just do the rear?
@@1990CUEVAS i havent done nothing yet. Im aquiering other pieces to the body first. Matching color escalade roof rack today,limited side skirts,front limited/z71 front bumper and rear escalade bumper cover.
Don’t look so down man. That’s all great news
👍🏻
Looks exactly the same to me
Looks like the shock extender was installed backward...
Therevdon it was for a different truck I ordered the wrong ones
@@Mhenson707 I understand, but it's still backward.
The shackle is on backwards
adrian headley it seems to work either way you mount it.
Presion aseite dago
You really should buy yourself a set of 6 ton jack stands bro, thanks for the video, and congrats on the new house 👨🏼🔧😉
Thanks man! Yup I want to have at least four 6 ton stands Soon
You should mention that the bed frame needs to be lifted from under as well, otherwise leaf spring tension WILL chop your fingers right off and or dent frame. The video paused for a second, then you came back and removed bolt with ease. Assuming you did lifted the bed frame. Smh.
Jay Val All you have to do is use the floor jack and lift the rear end up or lower it to the sweet spot where the bolt will just pull right out. That’s what I did but it took me a while to find the sweet spot that’s why I paused it and then continued once I found the spot.
@@Mhenson707 That's exactly what I just said. I meant you should have recorded it in n the video because most people won't know this, would attend to remove it and get hurt in the process. I know you're trying to do good but the safety of others are the key. ;) keep it up man, thumbs up
Do not tighten until all the weight is on top of the truck…
WRENCHES
Obs
You lost me when you started beating the bolt out without the nut on it!
As you should when knocking a bolt out as to not mushroom the end of the bolt causing it to get stuck in?
@@bigpapatyr0ne732 no you start beating on it with the nut on It so you don't kill the threads and can screw the nut off after it starts to break free....wow this is beginning mechanic tactics!
That headlight its out
xxx3s3sl33pyxxx lol yea the ballast stopped working . I’m probably just going to get a new HID kit