I think it would be tough to get a good swing on those balljoint ends with a hammer--not much room in there?
BTW, my hoe is now down nearly 7" in front: 2" spindles and 4" coils that were made for a standard cab truck, so they actually dropped it 4-11/16". Rear is down about 7" or 8" with the flip and stock shackles. All static.
Pix in post #764 here:
http://www.fullsizechevy.com/forums/...e-list-39.html
_dennis