Posts by Kathryn Ullmann Reynolds
Sway Bar End Links Explained: What They Do & How to Choose
When you’re upgrading your truck or SUV’s suspension, it’s easy to focus on shocks, springs, or a new lowering kit and overlook one of the most important connection points in the system: sway bar end links. These small components link the sway bar to your suspension’s control arms. They play a critical role in how…
Read MoreTruckin Magazine does a 2010 GMC Sierra 4/7 kit
Lowering a truck takes more than changing the stance. A properly designed suspension system needs to maintain ride quality, alignment control, and everyday drivability. When Truckin’ Magazine was still in print, its editors partnered with DJM Suspension for a 2010 GMC Sierra project featuring the DJM Suspension 4/7 kit. This behind-the-scenes build gave truck enthusiasts…
Read More1979 Ford F-150 Revival: How to Get an Old Truck Running Again
A classic truck revival starts with a simple question: how to get an old truck running? In this case, the subject is a 1979 Ford F-150 that sat untouched for a full decade. The goal was straightforward: free the brakes, wake up the engine, and try to drive it home. The truck was never meant…
Read MoreChevy Suspension Parts Guide for C10 Upgrade: Components, Fitment, Upgrades, and Installation
Every Chevy truck and SUV on the road depends on its suspension to handle weight, absorb bumps, and keep tires planted. Whether your goal is a Chevy C10 suspension upgrade or getting new parts for a late-model Silverado, the components you choose will decide how confident or sloppy your ride feels. You have no shortage…
Read MoreWhat Is a C-Notch Kit and When Does Your Truck Need One?
Lowering a truck is one of the most popular modifications among classic truck owners and custom builders. A lower stance can improve appearance, handling, and overall road presence. However, lowering your truck beyond a certain point creates a new challenge: reduced suspension travel. That is where a C-notch kit comes in. If you are planning…
Read More1966 Ford F100 Budget Makeover: Completing The Rear Drop (Part 4)
Welcome back to the last part in our four-part series about the 1966 Ford F100 budget makeover. We have already completed the front end lowering kit installation in the third part, while the first and second parts covered everything from planning and measurements to front suspension removal. After finishing these three steps in this makeover,…
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