Buick GS 400 Lowered Parts

GM’s 10-bolt rear axle has been around since the 1960s, here’s how to determine if your junkyard find is worth taking home

Learn how to lower a hot rod by modifying the axles and some history behind early hop ups. This project features a Ford axle with wishbones for a Model A.

There is certainly more than one way to get your project's ride height or stance where you want it and we provide a brief overview of the options in this buyer's guide on lowering products.

Decode, ID, and upgrade your GM 12-bolt rear end. Learn axle specs, gear ratios, and best performance parts upgrades.

Watch as we install a front suspension lowering kit on our 1968 Chevy C10. Upgrades include disc brakes with a 5 on 5” bolt circle as well as 2” drop springs and 2 ½” drop spindles.

In this budget build, a GM rear end is upgraded in order to hold 400+ HP. See how spherical bushings are replaced in a used 8.5” GM 10 bolt rear end.

Learn more about GM steering column identification, GM steering column lengths, and GM steering column compatibility.

Need a little help Identifying GM Body Styles 1964-1972? Click Here!

In this Tech Tip, John answers a customer concerns about adding additional drop to his 1960-1972 Chevy truck.