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MONTEZ 09-11-2010 10:32 AM

Non Drop Memeber ?????
 
OK, I know a few people won't understand my reasoning here, but I want a new cross member to work like the stock one. I figure with as much changing that I am doing to the frame it would look way better with something like the drop member, but I don't want to lay frame. I don't want to remove my inner fenders or cut my bed either. Does any on offer an aftermarket cross member like this?

MONTEZ 09-11-2010 10:52 AM

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Here is one that I found, but have no idea if it would work since it's for a 4x4 application. Its made by off road design.

edflores 09-11-2010 11:40 AM

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The dropmember can be "static". Which means you can have a preset height by leaving your bags at one pressure. You can always upgrade later.

N2TRUX 09-11-2010 12:05 PM

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Originally Posted by MONTEZ (Post 4184478)
Here is one that I found, but have no idea if it would work since it's for a 4x4 application. Its made by off road design.

I can tell you for sure that won't work. The stock crossmember is what holds your A-arms in place.

MONTEZ 09-11-2010 12:18 PM

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Originally Posted by N2TRUX (Post 4184577)
I can tell you for sure that won't work. The stock crossmember is what holds your A-arms in place.

I forget that he older trucks had straight axles. None the less you get my idea.... I just want something that looks better and isn't as bulky as the stock member.
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N2TRUX 09-11-2010 12:22 PM

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What year truck?

MONTEZ 09-11-2010 12:33 PM

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Originally Posted by N2TRUX (Post 4184590)
What year truck?

85. Just talked to Nathan porter to see if he would be interested in making one and he said they have one in the works already he said they should have pics out in the next few weeks.
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N2TRUX 09-11-2010 01:55 PM

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There ya go.

roofingbloke 09-16-2010 07:49 AM

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Try looking at this. www.captkaoscustoms.com/chopcrosscruising

Or look at one of my previous posts, in suspension date 9/4/2010

rustsev 09-16-2010 05:50 PM

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Originally Posted by edflores (Post 4184539)
The dropmember can be "static". Which means you can have a preset height by leaving your bags at one pressure. You can always upgrade later.

am I right in thinking that the drop member raises the engine in the frame? meaning the driveline angles are going to change. this seems to me like it would be a bit of a pain if you're just trying to clean up the look and not lay frame.

I ask cause I'm thinking of doing the same thing. cant wait to see what nate is working on.

PBFAB.COM 09-16-2010 06:20 PM

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Originally Posted by rustsev (Post 4194856)
am I right in thinking that the drop member raises the engine in the frame? meaning the driveline angles are going to change. this seems to me like it would be a bit of a pain if you're just trying to clean up the look and not lay frame.

I ask cause I'm thinking of doing the same thing. cant wait to see what nate is working on.

The new version will not raise the drive-train. :)

06raptor700 09-16-2010 09:43 PM

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Originally Posted by porterbuilt (Post 4194903)
The new version will not raise the drive-train. :)

Is it available yet?

N2TRUX 09-16-2010 10:15 PM

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Originally Posted by 06raptor700 (Post 4195247)
Is it available yet?

it will be available....in two weeks...;)

PBFAB.COM 09-16-2010 10:31 PM

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Originally Posted by N2TRUX (Post 4195356)
it will be available....in two weeks...;)

Why does everybody keep saying that? LOL :lol:

texastrendz 09-16-2010 11:05 PM

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will it still raise the suspension points without moving the drivetrain? that would be a work of genius!

PBFAB.COM 09-17-2010 02:36 AM

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Originally Posted by texastrendz (Post 4195476)
will it still raise the suspension points without moving the drivetrain? that would be a work of genius!

It will raise up one inch from factory... and will not lay the frame, as that is not the intent for this one.

texastrendz 09-17-2010 08:49 AM

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man you are going to have something for everyone, soon enough we will have to change the name to pb-10, instead of c-10. great work once again.

basemodel67 09-18-2010 12:20 AM

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Please make it so R&P is NOT required! Any chance it will improve front geometry?

SBTork 09-18-2010 09:13 AM

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Originally Posted by porterbuilt (Post 4195728)
It will raise up one inch from factory... and will not lay the frame, as that is not the intent for this one.

Is this the new one that's more geared towards the "pro-touring" style? If you can't give out details yet, I understand, I can wait if I have to. :lol:

MONTEZ 09-18-2010 05:04 PM

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Originally Posted by basemodel67 (Post 4197145)
Please make it so R&P is NOT required! Any chance it will improve front geometry?

If I remember correctly, he told me on the phone that it will use rack and pinion.

OARNGESI 09-18-2010 06:01 PM

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I think scotts hotrods or something like that they offer an ifs kit with coilovers

basemodel67 09-18-2010 06:06 PM

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So, how long till you can buy a complete PB chassis? :lol: ..........actually I'm not kidding - Why not, Nate?

OARNGESI 09-18-2010 06:09 PM

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HERE IT IS ON SALE TOO http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=418355

BIG KRIS 09-22-2010 02:40 AM

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Originally Posted by porterbuilt (Post 4195728)
It will raise up one inch from factory... and will not lay the frame, as that is not the intent for this one.

Nathan will the new one still give you crazy ground clearence and still turn lock to lock real low?


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