Lowering an S10 front end in less than 30 minutes. Adding drop springs to the Work Truck. 5/7 drop

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  • The #worktruck finally gets a respectable drop. Adding 3" drop springs with the spindles gets us that 5" low
    See the spindle install here: • Lowering the front of ...
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  • @RyanCoyer
    @RyanCoyer 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I just like hanging out and hearing your voice. Great video man. Very well presented!

  • @Jay-Moneyshot
    @Jay-Moneyshot 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Nice video, very informative and descriptive. You did a great job explaining

    • @HardCoreGarage
      @HardCoreGarage  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @boominS10
    @boominS10 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Had an 87 s10 2 door blazer and a 91 single cab that were 6/8 static, all beltech.
    My 85 2 door s10 blazer was originally 6/8 static but the coils and shocks were replaced with bags.
    My 89 s10 2 door blazer is a 6/6 static drop and with the stereo system in it is 6/8.
    The others (88 single cab, the other 91 single cab, the other 85 2 door blazer, 86 2 door blazer)were all stock height. Yes you could say i like my 1st gen s10s and blazers. It all started with the 88 single cab.

    • @HardCoreGarage
      @HardCoreGarage  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Gotta have them squares

    • @boominS10
      @boominS10 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yep. I have an option for an 04 single cab, all I have to do is build the speaker box and do the stereo system in his 03 single cab, but I'm still not sure I want it because I'm partial to the 1st gen

    • @HardCoreGarage
      @HardCoreGarage  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I looked at an 02 xtreme blazer a while back. Id drive one! Lol

  • @whiteb68
    @whiteb68 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m putting in larger springs for a 2” lift on mine (farm truck keeps bottoming out in the field) and I couldn’t figure out how to pull it apart! This video helped a ton!!

  • @evilfingers4302
    @evilfingers4302 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Awesome video, haven't watched you videos for some time, only because I've been working on the 3rd shift at a new job since last year, also at the same time, I had my 01 Sonoma dropped 2 inches in the front with a pair Belltech 2102 Drop Spindles, 2004 Corvette C5 13" slotted and cross drilled disc brakes and Corvette C5 dual calipers during the summer last year, better stopping power than OEM for the 18x8's

  • @marcoescobar1513
    @marcoescobar1513 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Excellent tanks for the video

  • @axelsalazar6025
    @axelsalazar6025 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good evening, I want to put outdated handles on my truck, but on my truck I have a 14 rim. You can put the outdated handles with the 14 rim. There is no problem if the rim rose because it is 14

  • @thevillageshaman
    @thevillageshaman ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You got a good wrench dude

  • @giosgarage5428
    @giosgarage5428 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Looks 🔥. Need this drop on my s10 🤙🏼

  • @davidharbin4969
    @davidharbin4969 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Those “bolts” look a lot like nuts.

  • @craigconcrete5936
    @craigconcrete5936 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Needs more Ellie!

  • @nyddubwarren
    @nyddubwarren 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    "Need a big screw driver" Literally pulls out a big ass screwdriver that could be classified as a pry bar LOL

    • @HardCoreGarage
      @HardCoreGarage  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      My pops used to work on busses way back in the day. Thats where that huge screwdriver came from.it was used as a window lock in a garage i used to have also.. lol

    • @boominS10
      @boominS10 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Dad was an aircraft mechanic and my uncle worked in the oilfield and I remember that 3ft long screw driver/pry bar. Dad still has his I think

  • @paintgunexpress1949
    @paintgunexpress1949 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    NICE...👊😎..KEEP ON TRUCKN.🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

    • @paintgunexpress1949
      @paintgunexpress1949 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      LOOKS.GOOD...👌...BOX📦 DIME 4 LIFE🔥✨🔥✨🔥✨✨🔥

  • @chrstiano2497
    @chrstiano2497 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hell yeah man truck looks good!!! Keep at it. Do a rat rod look lol go crazy with it

    • @HardCoreGarage
      @HardCoreGarage  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      My 90 is kinda a retro rat 50s style

  • @electricguysvcs
    @electricguysvcs 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I just did something similar a few weeks back.
    You were seriously making me cringe sticking your fingers in the coil
    while raising the lower arm.
    Good safe method (next time) get a 2'piece of 1/2" all thread - 2 square
    washers and 2 nuts
    take the shock out and run the all thread from top to bottom
    with the square washers on top and bottom.
    If anything EVER comes loose it will not let the coil come out plus you can can compress
    with turning the nuts.

    • @HardCoreGarage
      @HardCoreGarage  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ive used a compressor when removing or installing full size spring. These don't scare me anymore . But better safe than sorry

  • @outoftime788
    @outoftime788 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    your truck is awsum

    • @HardCoreGarage
      @HardCoreGarage  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      This one sold in June. Check out the cameo project!

    • @outoftime788
      @outoftime788 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@HardCoreGarage u mean u sold this truck? wtf. didnt u hav it like forever?

  • @angelgarcias8219
    @angelgarcias8219 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good jod SR where got the space need put my the rim little big

  • @abels_04
    @abels_04 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I've got a stock 91 the front is a lil soft and bouncy still after a shock replacement so im guessing springs are wore out. Would some lowering spring help stiffen it up some or are those springs soft as well?

    • @HardCoreGarage
      @HardCoreGarage  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes the lowering springs have a stiffer spring rate

  • @kmnremtp
    @kmnremtp 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I been stressing over this job for years... but it’s about time! I don’t have drop spindles, just the springs but I’m still not sure which shocks to run?

    • @HardCoreGarage
      @HardCoreGarage  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same process without spindles

    • @evilfingers4302
      @evilfingers4302 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Get Belltech Shocks, they're designed for Lowered Trucks.

    • @HardCoreGarage
      @HardCoreGarage  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Those are bell techs i put on when I did the spindles. Lol

  • @bassboosthq2673
    @bassboosthq2673 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    " if you launched your vehicle in the air. You would not have complete steering"

  • @pairsnpaint
    @pairsnpaint 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    At 19:17, you show replacing the cotter pin on the upper ball joint. Did you tighten the nut down too much? Shouldn't the cotter pin go between the castle slots on the nut? It looks like it's outside of the notches.

    • @HardCoreGarage
      @HardCoreGarage  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah I'm not sure why its that way. It honestly wasn't very tight. The cotter pin would stop it from backing out still.

    • @oldfag_adventures
      @oldfag_adventures ปีที่แล้ว

      you should always torque the nut down first then continue to tighten until your pin holes line up. doing it any other way will lead to excess wear and even failure. if the hole is over the top of the castle nut slots then instead of wrapping the pin parallel to the threads wrap it perpendicular to the threads with one arm of the pin being pressed down into the castle and the other wrapping over the end of the stud. failure to torque tie rods down will bare minimum give you a very annoying clunk and lots of slop in your steering

  • @SirGuidemere91
    @SirGuidemere91 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That’s so cool man. I’d love to open my own suspension garage, how much do you love having one?

    • @HardCoreGarage
      @HardCoreGarage  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      This is just a hobby dude! Thanks for your support

  • @2wdDenali
    @2wdDenali ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I know you sold it... But did the nitro drop 2s ride good? Or are the street performance shocks a better choice?

    • @HardCoreGarage
      @HardCoreGarage  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I prefer street performance.

    • @2wdDenali
      @2wdDenali ปีที่แล้ว

      @@HardCoreGarage Did the lower control arm bottom out on the frame being this low?

  • @user-vy7bw7dl8h
    @user-vy7bw7dl8h ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Friend, what average are your springs. Regards

    • @HardCoreGarage
      @HardCoreGarage  ปีที่แล้ว

      Not exactly sure what you're asking?

  • @tristannhoyle9998
    @tristannhoyle9998 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can you help me with telling me where you got your Chevy black grill bowtie emblem at???

    • @HardCoreGarage
      @HardCoreGarage  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Was on the grill when I got it man

  • @spencerread732
    @spencerread732 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Super helpful! Was my first time completely overhauling an ifs truck and this video answered so many questions. Thank you!

  • @nathanjunior2294
    @nathanjunior2294 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey got a question kinda off topic but figured you could help my 93 just did my starter it’s a carquest starter put both shimes back in there’s a big shime and a small shime and it sounds way different with this starter when cranking. do the shimes go back in or do they come out? Does 1 just go back in?

  • @fokuz02
    @fokuz02 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looking to lower my 90 S10 Blazer coupe' 2wd and not sure how low I will go. I don't want to be in the weeds as much as you and I will be adding a L33 in the near future, how low do you recommend?

    • @HardCoreGarage
      @HardCoreGarage  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I always recommend getting spindles and leafs to start with. Will retain most of the factory ride and specs. That gives you a 2/3 drop. And you can adjust from there depending on the look you're going for.

  • @electricguysvcs
    @electricguysvcs 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Curious question - when you re-installed your outer tie rods to
    the new drop knuckle - did you install from bottom with the screw facing up?
    My 97 was like that then I wondered if I should have reversed them due to the lower knuckle point?

    • @HardCoreGarage
      @HardCoreGarage  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ive never had issues with up to a 6" drop.

    • @electricguysvcs
      @electricguysvcs 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@HardCoreGarage Ok thanks

  • @danim1017
    @danim1017 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    How are the lowering springs compared to the drop spindles? I’m doing a tight budget build on my s10 and I was thinking of getting lowering springs with lowering shocks or should I do spindles for ride quality? Thank you

    • @HardCoreGarage
      @HardCoreGarage  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I always buy spindles first. You'll maintain factory ride and specs. Id suggest getting lowered shocks too!

    • @HardCoreGarage
      @HardCoreGarage  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ive never had a truck with just springs.

    • @boominS10
      @boominS10 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Spindles 1st then coils. If you go coils 1st you'll probably have a raised portion of the roof due to hitting your head every time you hit a bump. Actually rides worse than 1 with hydraulics.

    • @ultradude9930
      @ultradude9930 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@HardCoreGarage So, I was just wanting to drop my 96 S10 in the front 3". Your saying I should do the 2" spindles then a 1" coil drop vs a 3" coil drop?

    • @ultradude9930
      @ultradude9930 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@boominS10 That doesn't make sense. Why does it matter whether springs are used first or second? The same drop springs are being used. Just askin.

  • @jake12.48
    @jake12.48 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have a quick question, I'm planing on putting in a 2" lift. Would replacing the spring work the same way? (91 s10 2wd)

    • @jake12.48
      @jake12.48 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      For the bigger spring will I need a compressor?

    • @HardCoreGarage
      @HardCoreGarage  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes you'll need an inside mount spring compressor

  • @kenbaker1353
    @kenbaker1353 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Put 350 caberated auto in it I did

    • @HardCoreGarage
      @HardCoreGarage  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Not my thing man.

    • @ericwilkes238
      @ericwilkes238 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      How low was yours after a 350 swap

  • @vincentrodarte2880
    @vincentrodarte2880 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    what kind of spoke rim size
    do you have

  • @woodzy2976
    @woodzy2976 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    so you used drop spindles and lowered coils to get the five?

    • @HardCoreGarage
      @HardCoreGarage  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes. I always buy leafs and spindles first and adjust ride height from there.

    • @woodzy2976
      @woodzy2976 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@HardCoreGarage sweet, just ordered new coils and leafs! I got spindles and blocks with the truck

    • @woodzy2976
      @woodzy2976 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I love the look of this door truck, probably makes getting sections off easier 😆

  • @jonathanhankins790
    @jonathanhankins790 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What size tire is on it in this video ? I want to do a 3/4 drop but don't want any rake either i want a level stance. But will b running factory wheels n tires for a while

    • @HardCoreGarage
      @HardCoreGarage  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Man I don't remember I sold the truck. It was a 5/7 drop on the factory 14s

  • @s10-Mike
    @s10-Mike 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Why are you taking so much off? You just need to take the lower ball joint bolt out and the shock

    • @HardCoreGarage
      @HardCoreGarage  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      And the sway bar link... (; I show both ways in another video.

    • @mister.garcia
      @mister.garcia 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Where’s this video? 😅 I can’t find it.

  • @faustinomartinez707
    @faustinomartinez707 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Deja conducir a la niña se lo merece después de tanto trabajo.

  • @alfredomartinez6043
    @alfredomartinez6043 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What tire size are you running

  • @lupillosaldana3523
    @lupillosaldana3523 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Is it ok with the same shocks??

    • @HardCoreGarage
      @HardCoreGarage  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Already had drop shocks from the first lowering.

    • @lupillosaldana3523
      @lupillosaldana3523 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      So if you gon drop it lets say 2 or 3 inch you have to get smaller shocks

  • @davecarey913
    @davecarey913 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How was the rear lowered?

    • @HardCoreGarage
      @HardCoreGarage  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      th-cam.com/video/8O3VOT8jR5Q/w-d-xo.html

  • @mrfreeze265
    @mrfreeze265 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Suicide doors

    • @HardCoreGarage
      @HardCoreGarage  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      My 89 has suicide doors and much more.
      th-cam.com/video/zCoR8XZvnic/w-d-xo.html

  • @davejohnson4472
    @davejohnson4472 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It's going to ride like shit

    • @HardCoreGarage
      @HardCoreGarage  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lol ya think! We're taking it back to 1989.. loving the memories. Lmao

  • @myassizitchy
    @myassizitchy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    damnit u did that the hard way man. just pop the bottom ball joint loose pull the shock out the bottom and pull the bottom of the spindle out then push the bottom a arm down with ur foot. the spring will pop out....

    • @HardCoreGarage
      @HardCoreGarage  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hahaha I try it all differnt ways. I usually pop the lower ball, but you forgot the sway bar. On my 64 olds its just the lower ball joint, the sway bar is behind the wheels. Easiest thing I've ever taken apart.

    • @myassizitchy
      @myassizitchy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@HardCoreGarage yeah I forgot that bottom sway bar nut and let er fall. I used to love doin s10 drops but since I been doin it full time its gets old and u end up doin the same 3/4 ot 5/6 drop or bagging over and over again. My whole family are s10 nuts. I've had about 40 both my sons have a few. We all have at least 1 airh either a 350 or a LS 5.3. S10s are the best thing ever made lol. My buddy is close to opening an s10 junkyard down here in Alabama. Hes been buying em up for about 15yrs now. Hes got alot of my old ones I wrecked or whatever. I haven't ever found a cameo tho. Its 1 I want I've had a typhoon and cyclone before.imma new sub tho I will be watching all ur vids. Imma keep u as a possible parts hookup if we run into anything we need. I know we do need a clean str8 s10 blazer back bumper for my sons daily s10. If u run across a good one lemme know .

    • @myassizitchy
      @myassizitchy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@HardCoreGarage imma look for ur 64 oldsmobile .. I have a 64 Chevelle SS. I love the old 60 and 70s GMs. My dad was a chevelle nut and I inherited his cars so we have quite the junkyard goin on unfortunately

    • @HardCoreGarage
      @HardCoreGarage  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Always good to meet other s10 nuts! Right on man