Newb going 4/5-5.5

[david76008]

Hey guys, I've been lurking for a few days, but finally pulled the trigger on purchasing my Yukon. I came from Chevy full size forum, and have had lowered trucks in the past. But never an SUV.

I plan on going low. I quickly learned that this will be your problem from day 1.

I was on a budget, and planned for 2" keys, and 2" spindles up front. 3" springs, and 2-2.5" shackles out back. Free mod kit, and stock shocks/struts for now. Would eventually like air shocks, or helper bags.
Is the DJM end-links a must? Along with the hardware kit?

I'd like to read your suggestions. I've read about the torsion keys will make your ride a little rough?

 

[NeverSatisfied]

spindles and keys up front will be a good start and decent ride. If you want 5" out back you will need 5" coils or tony's 6" coils(with spacers) 2000-2006 nbs models do not use shackles unless you have a obs 2000. Nbs need lower control arm relocator brackets and shorter sway bar end links to fully achieve a 5"-6" drop and you will need shorter shocks or the stock ones will hold you up as well. I also suggest a adjustable panhard bar as you rear end is going to shift and that will keep it centered.

 

[david76008]

Cody, So the rear only needs the hardware kit, and springs?

http://tbssowners.com/store/index.php?act=viewProd&productId=98

That's the bracket you mention correct?

 

[NathanJax]

You don't have shackles in the back, you just need a 5/6" spring.

Here's my old 04 Escalade on a 4-5 and everything is listed as far as what you will need for it to ride right

http://tahoeyukonforum.com/forum/showthread.php?t=4547

 

[david76008]

And now it's all making sense. That's why I see users with the TBSS DJM springs!

 

[NathanJax]

My Esky rode great with that setup...

 

[david76008]

Thanks for the reply Nathan. That's the level I'm looking to shoot for.

 

[NORCAL SS]

you will want to run my rear 5-6 inch kit. I designed the springs and ride great.

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oh if you do keys and spindles you will need a camber kit which is another $80 bucks.


here is my 5/6 kit on 26s

 

[Big Buttons]

here is my 5/6 kit on 26s

How badly does he rub?

 

[Big Buttons]

255 30 26 not bad at all. front just on top of fenders but its a short tire.

Could I run that kit with my stock tires? 275/65/16s