5 Inch Rear Lowering Kit for 2001–2010 Chevy 2500HD & 3500HD (2WD Long Bed)

True 5" Rear Drop • Heavy-Duty Hanger & Shackle System • Improved Stance & Handling • Designed for HD Work Trucks & Custom Builds

Note: Requires DJM Shock #2200 and #2400 for proper performance.

Why Lower Your HD Truck?

The 2001–2010 Chevy 2500HD and 3500HD are known for their rugged durability, towing power, and long-term reliability. But from the factory, these trucks come with one major flaw — a sky-high rear end, often referred to as the “stink bug” rake.

This kit is for owners who want:

• A leveled, aggressive stance
• Improved street-truck appearance
• Lower center of gravity
• Balanced wheel gap

What’s Included in the Kit?

This is a heavy-duty hanger and shackle lowering kit—not a flip kit or block kit. It’s engineered specifically for 2001–2010 GM HD 2WD long bed trucks and delivers a true 5" rear drop while maintaining proper suspension geometry.

• Rear Drop Shackles
• Lowering Leaf Spring Hangers

Heavy-Duty Trucks Need Heavy-Duty Components

Most kits are built for half-ton trucks. Not this one. Your 2500HD/3500HD has:

• Thicker leaf springs
• Stronger frames
• Higher ride height
• Different axle/shackle geometry
• Higher towing capacity

This kit is designed to accommodate all of those differences—without compromising safety or ride quality.

How the Drop Works

• Raises rear eye of leaf spring = ~2 inches of drop
• Raises front eye of leaf spring = ~3 inches of drop
• Total drop: 5 inches

This keeps proper leaf spring geometry and results in:

• Stock-like ride comfort
• No axle wrap or leaf spring bind
• No driveshaft vibration

Vehicle Fitment

Fits:

• 2001–2006 Chevy Silverado 2500HD (2WD Long Bed)
• 2001–2006 Chevy Silverado 3500HD (2WD Long Bed)
• 2007 Classic Chevy 2500HD/3500HD (2WD Long Bed)
• 2007–2010 Chevy 2500HD/3500HD (2WD Long Bed, SRW)

Does NOT fit:

• 4WD models
• Short bed trucks
• Dually trucks (ask us for compatible kits)
• 2011+ new body style HD trucks

Why 5 Inches Is the Perfect Drop

1. Eliminates factory rake – Creates a balanced, aggressive stance.
2. Keeps towing ability – Doesn’t affect spring rate or travel.
3. Looks amazing – Lowers wheel gap, improves profile, and adds custom appeal.
4. Improves handling – Better stability, cornering, and braking.
5. Perfect for work or show – Street builds, shop trucks, or tow rigs.

No Blocks. No Flips. Just Performance.

Flip kits and lowering blocks don’t work well on HD trucks. They increase:

• Axle wrap
• Wheel hop
• Driveline stress
• Risk of shifting under load

This kit avoids all that with engineered hangers and shackles—the correct way to lower a leaf-spring HD truck.

Required Shocks (Not Optional)

Because this kit lowers the rear 5 inches, it changes your shock geometry. You must use:

• DJM Shock #2200
• DJM Shock #2400

Using stock shocks will lead to bottoming out, poor rebound, and excessive bounce. These DJM shocks are tuned specifically for lowered HD trucks.

Installation Overview

• Time: 4–8 hours
• Skill Level: Moderate (rivet removal required)

Tools Needed:

• Impact gun, grinder, air chisel or hammer
• Drill, floor jack, jack stands
• Penetrating oil, socket set, torque wrench

Ride Quality: Smooth & Controlled

This kit maintains stock ride comfort because:

• Leaf spring angles stay correct
• Spring rate remains OEM
• Shocks are matched to lowered height
• Suspension travel is preserved

Owners report:

• Less rear bounce
• More stable handling
• Reduced body roll
• Better stance and wheel fitment

Great For:

• Daily-driven 2500HD or 3500HD trucks
• Street builds and stance projects
• Shop trucks with custom wheels
• OBS/NBS custom fleets
• Light–moderate tow rigs

Why Buy from Gauge Store?

• Custom truck suspension experts
• Trusted brands only
• Fast shipping & real-world support
• Deep knowledge of GM HD platforms

We don’t just sell lowering kits—we live the slammed HD truck lifestyle.