Chevy C1500 Silverado Suspension Components

What's the difference between a spindle-based and control arm-based front lowering kit?

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A spindle-based Chevy C1500 front lowering kit uses drop spindles paired with coil springs to achieve a 4-inch drop. It's one of the most proven methods and has been used on C1500s for decades.

On the other hand, a control arm-based setup uses new lower control arms with the factory spring, which works especially well for 2–3 inch drops without the wheel clearance concerns that can come with spindles on certain builds.

What does a 4/6 Chevy C1500 drop kit involve for the rear?

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The rear portion of a 4/6 Chevy C1500 drop kit uses a flip kit, where the rear axle is moved from beneath the leaf spring to on top of it for a 6-inch drop. Because of how far the truck comes down, you'll also need to C-notch your frame for suspension travel.

Does a DJM Suspension Silverado lowering kit come with new ball joints and bushings?

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Yes, it comes with new ball joints and urethane bushings assembled into the arms. That means your installation goes smoother because everything is prepped and ready to bolt on.

What's the benefit of adding upper control arms?

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The upper control arms help you nail a clean alignment after the drop and give the front end a more finished look under the hood. It's a worthwhile upgrade if you're already doing the full job and want the geometry to be spot-on from every angle.

Do I need shock extenders?

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Yes, shock extenders are required on the more aggressive drops to keep your shocks operating properly after the rear axle has been repositioned. We include them in the kit along with all the necessary hardware.

How do I choose between the 2/4, 3/4, and 4/6 Chevy C1500 lowering kits?

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It really comes down to how low you want to go and how you use the truck. The 2/4 or 3/4 Chevy C1500 lowering kit gives you a noticeable drop that still works well as an everyday driver, while the 4/6 is best suited for show builds.

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C1500 Silverado

1992 – 1998 Chevy C1500/2500/3500 2 inch Lowering Shackle

1988-1998 C1500 Silverado/Sierra 2 inch Lowering Control Arm

Replacement U-Bolt Set for 3inch axle diameter

1988-1998 Chevy/GMC C1500 Shock Extenders

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1988-1998 Chevy C1500 3inch front/4inch rear lowering kit with control arms (Shocks Included)

1988-1991 C1500 Single Cab 4 inch Front 6 inch Rear Lowering Kit (Shocks Included)

1988 – 1998 Chevy C1500/2500/3500 Carrier Bear Shim Kit

1988-1998 C1500 3 inch Front / 4 inch Rear Lowering Kit (Shocks Included)

1988-1998 Chevy C1500 Complete DJM 2/4 Kit (Shocks Included)

1988-1998 C1500 Silverado/Sierra 2 inch Lowering Coil Springs for V6 only

1988-1998 Chevy C1500 Complete 2 Inch Front 4 Inch Rear Kit (Shocks Included)

1988-1998 DJM Upper Control Arm Bushing Replacement Kit

Adjustable Bump Stop

1992-1999 Suburban 1995-1999 Tahoe 2 inch Drop Coil Springs

1992-1999 Suburban 1995-1999 Tahoe 3 inch Drop Coil Springs

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