88-98 C1500 2WD
1988-1998 C1500 Lowering Kits
Shop lowering kits for 1988-1998 Chevrolet and GMC C1500 2WD trucks, commonly searched as OBS Chevy lowering kits or OBS GMC drop kits. This category includes coil spring kits, drop spindle kits, control arm lowering kits and combinations with shocks or C-notch parts where listed.
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Fitment and Buying Notes
- Use the filters to narrow by drop amount, front lowering type, shocks, C-notch, engine size and spindle wheel requirement.
- Some kits are engine-specific. Check V6/V8 notes in the product title and product details before ordering.
- No-track-width drop spindle kits require 17 inch or larger wheels. Standard spindle kits fit 15 inch and larger wheels but add approximately 0.45 inch of track width per side.
- Deep rear drops may require a C-notch for axle clearance. Choose a kit with a C-notch included when needed.
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1988-1998 C1500 FAQ
Is this the same as an OBS Chevy lowering kit?
Yes. OBS Chevy and OBS GMC are commonly used to describe 1988-1998 C/K trucks. OBS stands for Old Body Style. Always confirm the product year range, model, drivetrain and engine notes before ordering.
Why are some kits described as 5/7-8?
A 5/7-8 kit lowers the front 5 inches and the rear approximately 7 to 8 inches. The final rear drop depends on the shackle position and the parts used in that specific kit.
Why do some kits mention 1.25 inch rotors?
Some 1988-1998 C1500 trucks use different front brake rotor thicknesses. Rotor thickness matters when the kit includes drop spindles. Coil spring front-drop kits are not dependent on rotor thickness the same way spindle kits are.
What is the difference between standard and no-track-width drop spindles?
Standard drop spindles fit 15 inch and larger wheels but add approximately 0.45 inch of track width per side. No-track-width drop spindles keep the front track width unchanged but require 17 inch or larger wheels.