Lowering 03 Sierra

[KongGMC]

Thinking about lowering my Sierra later on down the road but I'm caught in the middle as to what I wanna do exactly. Part of me wants to lower it a lot like say a 3/4 drop which I think looks spectacular. However the other part of me likes being able to jump curbs when I need to and I also park on a hill which means I've gotta be able to drive over "rough" grade when necessary. So I'm thinking a 1/2 drop would be best but do you guys think it would be worth it appearance wise to lower it only that much? I mean I know I'd be able to tell it and it would definately make the HUGE wheel well gap in the back a tad more appealing but what would ya'll do? And what company makes the best lowering kit for the poor mans buck?

Thanks. Oh, and I just wanted to clarify the signature system on this site sucks terribly, LOL! Pain in the neck if I've ever seen one.

[fishoops]

What are the specs on your truck? Different trucks respond differently to different setups but if you're really looking for a "dropped" look then 2" shackles will hardly make a difference, just make it a little more level. I'm not even sure how you would lower the front 1", different springs maybe? Again expense and hassle for not much improvement. As far as brand, I prefer Belltech but you'll get a million different suggestions. It's just a preference thing. If you get a quality 2/4 kit it will look great and ride decent.

[KongGMC]

By specs you mean 2003 GMC Sierra SLE, 2x4, regular cab, step side bed? Atleast I assume that's what your asking.

I don't want to totally level it either. I like a little bit of rake. Maybe a 2/2 or 2/3 then? As long as I have plenty of clearence between my front bumper and the ground I'm straight. And wrecken what a kit like this might run me? I've seen the individual components listed in Truckin Magazine but they are always drastically lower than what I here local truck guys tell me they spent on their kits. Don't know if that means the kits in the magazine are El Cheapo or what.

[leochevy2001]

my suggestion would be belltech or mcgaughy drop w/ 2" front spindles.
i wouldn't go w/ springs but that is just me.

[Dustin1]

There is no cheap way in my opinion. Mine is 3/4 but I want to go lower... Buy some used stuff.

[ORNGENV]

i have a 2/4 mcgaughy's(spindles, shackles, and hangers). it rides great but definitely cant jump curbs some stuff you have to sacrifice for good looks. you might want to shell out a little more coin for the better kit cause i heard the coils up front is a rough ride.

[KongGMC]

Hmm... well you guys got me wondering now. Maybe I'll leave the ride height for last.