2006 Chevy Silverado Lowering Kit - Installation

As we mentioned, a Sawzall can be used to cut the frame, but Mouse went ahead and used his plasma cutter to remove the notch area.
As we mentioned, a Sawzall can be used to cut the frame, but Mouse went ahead and used his
The Belltech notch was a nice design, as it used holes through the frame and on top of the notch to keep the structure stiff.
The Belltech notch was a nice design, as it used holes through the frame and on top of the
Large 1/2-inch holes were drilled through the frame for the notch bolts.

Once the bolts were tightened, the supplied polyurethane bumpstop was installed.
With the C-notch handled, the fellas installed the leaf spring flip kit by placing the leaf springs under the axle and bolting on the drop shackles. New U-bolts and the necessary hardware kept everything secured. Not pictured, the new Street and Performance shocks were bolted on.
With the C-notch handled, the fellas installed the leaf spring flip kit by placing the lea
Moving to the front suspension, the ABS sensor wire was disconnected and the brake line unbolted from the top of the spindle. The brake calipers were then removed and set aside and the sway bar endlinks unbolted from the control arms.
Moving to the front suspension, the ABS sensor wire was disconnected and the brake line un

Using an 18mm socket, the outer tie-rod end was loosened and removed from the spindle, then the upper and lower ball joint nuts were loosened and the spindle hit with a mallet. This busted the ball joints from the spindle and the spindle was pulled free.
Using an 18mm socket, the outer tie-rod end was loosened and removed from the spindle, the
After the factory shocks were removed using a 13mm wrench, the lower control arm was pushed down and the factory coil springs pulled free.
After the factory shocks were removed using a 13mm wrench, the lower control arm was pushe
The new 3-inch drop spring from Belltech was then installed in between the spring perch and the lower control arm bucket.
The new 3-inch drop spring from Belltech was then installed in between the spring perch an

To install the new Belltech drop spindles, the factory hub/bearing assembly must be removed from the original spindle. Using a 15mm socket, the three bolts were busted loose and the hub separated.
To install the new Belltech drop spindles, the factory hub/bearing assembly must be remove
The factory dust shield needed some trimming and after making a quick measurement, each end was trimmed and the shield and hub assembly was attached to the new 2-inch Belltech drop spindle.
The factory dust shield needed some trimming and after making a quick measurement, each en
Installation was the reverse of removal and as you can see, the new Street and Performance shocks were bolted in place and ready to make this Silverado handle and ride with the best of 'em.
Installation was the reverse of removal and as you can see, the new Street and Performance

With the factory 17-inch wheels back onto the truck, the new slammed stance looked great, but the truck needed some new rollers. To make our truck really stand out, we contacted MHT wheels and Hankook tires.
With the factory 17-inch wheels back onto the truck, the new slammed stance looked great,
Wheels of choice were 24-inch MHT DUB Big Homie wheels in black with Hankook Ventus V4 ES tires sized 275/30R24.
Wheels of choice were 24-inch MHT DUB Big Homie wheels in black with Hankook Ventus V4 ES
An absolute must any time suspension work is performed, the truck was aligned to factory specs. This may add around $80 to the tab, but your truck will ride and handle better, not to mention your tires will last longer.
An absolute must any time suspension work is performed, the truck was aligned to factory s

YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED
TIME SPENT WORKING:	10 HOURS
DEGREE OF DIFFICULTY:	If you can read directions and you don't mind
cutting your frame, you can do this install
TOOLS NEEDED: Assorted metric sockets and wrenches, torque wrench, Sawzall or
plasma cutter, jackstands, jack, mallet, screwdriver, punch
PARTS USED:
Belltech 5/7 Level 3 lowering kit 668SPBLT	$1,143.92
Hankook Ventus ST 295/35R24 tire	$360.00 (each)
MHT DUB Big Homie 24x10-inch wheels black with chrome inserts	$707.00 (each)
TOTAL:	$5,411.92
(prices from Stylin.com and superbuytires.com and do not include tax, shipping, or installation)

Highs:
• Great looks
• Improved handling
• Straightforward install

Lows:
• Ride can be too stiff for some
• Install requires cutting the rear frame
• 24s aren't cheap

2006 Chevy Silverado Lowering Kit Install Complete

From the Driver Seat
Thankfully, lowering a '99-'06 Silverado/Sierra is a straightforward affair and a walk in the park for Mouse's Kustom Fab crew. Belltech is the leader in lowering trucks for a reason-their stuff works and it fits. The real crown jewel in the install was the Street and Performance shocks that help retain a quality ride, yet also provide good damping for spirited driving. The wheels and tires really made this truck a head turner. Be on the lookout for future tech articles where we'll show you how this base-model truck was transformed into a SEMA show feature vehicle.

SOURCE
Hankook Tire 1450 Valley Road Wayne NJ 07470 973-406-3500 www.hankooktireusa.com	MHT Luxury Wheels 12300 Industry Street Garden Grove CA 92841 800-493-7891 www.mhtwheels.com
Belltech 1075 North Avenue Sanger CA 93657 800-445-3767 www.belltech.com	Mouse's Kustom Fab Phoenix AZ 602-442-6999 http://www.mouseskustomfab.com
Stylin' Trucks 7820 East Pleasant Valley Road Independence OH 44131 800-586-9713 www.stylintrucks.com