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Shev · 01-30-2005, 08:47 PM

I'm looking for some ideas for a simple notch for my '72, this one isn't going to lay frame. I looked at CP's notch, but I really don't feel like spending $149 for it. I want to be able to tow with it (dad is having his 1954 Chris Craft restored and wants to use my burb to tow it) so keeping the strength is a major concern. Anybody got pics or advice?

phantom dually · 01-30-2005, 11:06 PM

try *****************. He has a cheaper route im sure!!

Shev · 01-31-2005, 12:10 AM

Yeah I'm gonna call him tomorrow...his usual answer to me is draw it and I'll make it for ya...LOL...guess it's time to do some measuring.

**N2TRUX** · 01-31-2005, 12:20 AM

Make your own out of pipe and plate....

XXL · 01-31-2005, 05:28 PM

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Originally Posted by N2TRUX

Make your own out of pipe and plate....

for the 67-72, you'll probably want to make your half-pipe a few inches long, then after you tack it in, grind off the excess. The frame is not "square" at the axle line... something the bolt-in notches account for.

lofly'a · 01-31-2005, 12:31 AM

nice work N2TRUX, that's what i'm gonna do.

roj2323 · 01-31-2005, 02:55 AM

i would have to agree with the pipe and plate method. it looks 1000 times better than the bolt in kits, it should be stronger and the parts should be well under $50 at yor local hardware store or steel supply shop.

ondrew
p.s. don't bother with menards try home dept since they have a awsome selection of steel.

RIDDLA · 01-31-2005, 03:15 PM

how low does that sit N2TRUX ?

**N2TRUX** · 11-03-2005, 12:15 AM

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Originally Posted by RIDDLA

how low does that sit N2TRUX ?

It sits this low....V

Bowtiefreak · 11-03-2005, 08:29 AM

I would like to use the pipe method shown above and was wondering what the proper location would be on a 67-72 truck seeing how you can't put it directly over the axle as described by XXL because its not square to the axle line.
I would be useing some 5 or 6" pipe.

SCOTI · 11-03-2005, 02:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Bowtiefreak

I would like to use the pipe method shown above and was wondering what the proper location would be on a 67-72 truck seeing how you can't put it directly over the axle as described by XXL because its not square to the axle line.
I would be useing some 5 or 6" pipe.

Yes, you put it directly over the axle C/L. Once installed, the c-notches are parallel to the rear end housing.

For mine, I took the shocks off & the coils out so ther rear end could be raised until it hit the frame. Using a level, I marked the frame for both sides of the axle (front/back). I split that in half & regarded that as my axle C/L & scribed a line on the top, bottom, & outside of the framerail for easy visual reference.

I then measured & scribed the C/L of the c-notch itself, aligned the 2 scribe marks together, & traced the area that needed to be cut out.

The difference on yours will be the need to cut the width of the c-notch longer because the frame staggers vs. being straight. Once it's welded in, simply trim off the excess from both the inside/outside of the frame.

FWIW, if I would have followed the instructions that came w/my bolt-in c-notch kit, the notch would not have been centered because the instructions had you measure from a factory hole on the side of the frame when determining the C/L for the c-notch. My measurement indicated it would have been almost 1" off center.

Bowtiefreak · 11-03-2005, 04:45 PM

Thanks

SCOTI · 01-31-2005, 07:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Shev

I'm looking for some ideas for a simple notch for my '72, this one isn't going to lay frame. I looked at CP's notch, but I really don't feel like spending $149 for it. I want to be able to tow with it (dad is having his 1954 Chris Craft restored and wants to use my burb to tow it) so keeping the strength is a major concern. Anybody got pics or advice?

I used that bolt-in notch w/o any issues & towed my car trailer. After I started towing more often, I decided to go ahead & weld it in for xtra strength. My truck doesn't lay frame but is dropped between 7-8" in the back. If you have access to a welder, then the round pipe & plate method is cheaper. But, if you want to get it done @ home & don't have a welder, the bolt-in works fine. If done right, the pipe/plate would look better IMO.

bagged72blaz · 02-01-2005, 12:56 PM

Pipe method is good. be sure to use thicker 1/4" pipe. My freind has the pipe method done, on his 66. I have the bolt in notch, not welded in. I've towed a bobcat with a heavy tilt back trailer, behind my blazer with no problems.

bigbluthng · 02-02-2005, 04:33 PM

what diameter pipe did you all use? i was thinking of 3/16" pipe about 8" in diameter. would that be too big??

orange72 · 02-02-2005, 06:46 PM

you generally want to go about 2 inches bigger in diamater than axle tubling. so with 3 inch axle diameter then 5 inch pipe would work good.

geology rocks! · 11-01-2005, 06:33 PM

Any more notched pics? Anyone have picks of a non-bagged notched setup?

BigMike · 11-02-2005, 05:17 AM

Western Chassis has the half pipe weld in kit similar to the pics above but a tad smaller...Pleanty of room for the axle, but smaller. I bought them 2 weeks ago and will be installing them this weekend. I paid $39 for them. My Brother installed them in his and they look awesome, nice and clean looking.

Mike

3100 special · 11-03-2005, 08:58 PM

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Originally Posted by big.mike

Western Chassis has the half pipe weld in kit similar to the pics above but a tad smaller...Pleanty of room for the axle, but smaller. I bought them 2 weeks ago and will be installing them this weekend. I paid $39 for them. My Brother installed them in his and they look awesome, nice and clean looking.

Mike

I can't seem to find their home page. Plenty of re-sellers but, I want to look through the main site. Anyone have any idea the parent company name?

valleycustom · 11-06-2005, 12:58 AM

Check out the C notch I made.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=179176

**N2TRUX** · 11-07-2005, 01:07 AM

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Originally Posted by valleycustom

Check out the C notch I made.

Great work there. I noticed you added a plate over the frame for support. Why didn't you box the inside?

I'm not trying to start a big debate over right/wrong way to do it, just wanted your opinion....

love it loud · 11-07-2005, 01:24 AM

is your frame boxed at the notch n2trux? it's hard to tell if it is or not in the pics, but I like how the outside of the frame rail looks stock without any extra plate. how was it done?

geology rocks! · 11-07-2005, 05:15 PM

Great link Valley, keep the pics coming!

01-30-2005, 08:47 PM	#1
Shev Head Peon Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Imlay City MI Posts: 296	Simple notch? I'm looking for some ideas for a simple notch for my '72, this one isn't going to lay frame. I looked at CP's notch, but I really don't feel like spending $149 for it. I want to be able to tow with it (dad is having his 1954 Chris Craft restored and wants to use my burb to tow it) so keeping the strength is a major concern. Anybody got pics or advice? __________________ '72 Suburban, factory tilt, tach, front & rear AC, front & rear disc brakes, 383/700-R4

01-30-2005, 11:06 PM	#2
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01-31-2005, 12:10 AM	#3
Shev Head Peon Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Imlay City MI Posts: 296	Yeah I'm gonna call him tomorrow...his usual answer to me is draw it and I'll make it for ya...LOL...guess it's time to do some measuring. __________________ '72 Suburban, factory tilt, tach, front & rear AC, front & rear disc brakes, 383/700-R4

01-31-2005, 12:20 AM	#4
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lofly'a Registered User Join Date: May 2000 Location: Alexandria, LA 71301 Posts: 1,451	nice work N2TRUX, that's what i'm gonna do. __________________ -02 avalanche (daily driver) -66 gto ragtop 389/400 (garage queen, hand-me-down from dad) -72 Tribute Trans Am (6.0LS/T56 6-speed) in progress -2003 YUKON (Wife's) -71 gmc swb fleet (current project, gonna shave everything, bags, stuff w/ 20's, gen III powertrain) -48 3100 SWB - 12/31/23 LONG TERM Project

01-31-2005, 02:55 AM	#7
roj2323 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Somewhere Posts: 985	i would have to agree with the pipe and plate method. it looks 1000 times better than the bolt in kits, it should be stronger and the parts should be well under $50 at yor local hardware store or steel supply shop. ondrew p.s. don't bother with menards try home dept since they have a awsome selection of steel.

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11-03-2005, 08:29 AM	#10
Bowtiefreak Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: LeRoy, Mich. Posts: 854	Re: Simple notch? I would like to use the pipe method shown above and was wondering what the proper location would be on a 67-72 truck seeing how you can't put it directly over the axle as described by XXL because its not square to the axle line. I would be useing some 5 or 6" pipe. __________________ 1968 Chevy C10 Short Fleetside/Wood floor ECE 4-6 Drop / 406 Small Block 1971 Chevelle 427 Big Block Last edited by Bowtiefreak; 11-03-2005 at 08:29 AM.

11-03-2005, 04:45 PM	#12
Bowtiefreak Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: LeRoy, Mich. Posts: 854	Re: Simple notch? Thanks __________________ 1968 Chevy C10 Short Fleetside/Wood floor ECE 4-6 Drop / 406 Small Block 1971 Chevelle 427 Big Block

02-01-2005, 12:56 PM	#14
bagged72blaz Got L.E.D.s Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Craig Co. Posts: 195	Pipe method is good. be sure to use thicker 1/4" pipe. My freind has the pipe method done, on his 66. I have the bolt in notch, not welded in. I've towed a bobcat with a heavy tilt back trailer, behind my blazer with no problems. __________________ Bagged 1972 2wd Blazer http://www.earlyclassic.com/home.aspx

02-02-2005, 04:33 PM	#15
bigbluthng Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: canyon country, ca, USA Posts: 336	what diameter pipe did you all use? i was thinking of 3/16" pipe about 8" in diameter. would that be too big?? __________________

02-02-2005, 06:46 PM	#16
orange72 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: huntington,texas,united states Posts: 399	you generally want to go about 2 inches bigger in diamater than axle tubling. so with 3 inch axle diameter then 5 inch pipe would work good. __________________ 1972 chevy long bed. Currently under construction!! Bagged, 383/700r4.

11-01-2005, 06:33 PM	#17
geology rocks! Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: phoenix Posts: 32	Re: Simple notch? Any more notched pics? Anyone have picks of a non-bagged notched setup?

11-02-2005, 05:17 AM	#18
BigMike Registered User Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Rancho Santa Margarita - SoCal Posts: 1,432	Re: Simple notch? Western Chassis has the half pipe weld in kit similar to the pics above but a tad smaller...Pleanty of room for the axle, but smaller. I bought them 2 weeks ago and will be installing them this weekend. I paid $39 for them. My Brother installed them in his and they look awesome, nice and clean looking. Mike __________________ Mike My 69 SWB Project Father/Son 72 Nova Project My Airbrushed RC Car Bodies

11-06-2005, 12:58 AM	#20
valleycustom Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Modesto, Ca Posts: 225	Re: Simple notch? Check out the C notch I made. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=179176 __________________ Please become a site supporting vendor to advertise a business in your signature. you can do so here



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11-07-2005, 01:24 AM	#22
love it loud Calibration Engineer Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Windsor, Ontario, Canada Posts: 361	Re: Simple notch? is your frame boxed at the notch n2trux? it's hard to tell if it is or not in the pics, but I like how the outside of the frame rail looks stock without any extra plate. how was it done? __________________ CANADIAN CONNECTION

11-07-2005, 05:15 PM	#23
geology rocks! Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: phoenix Posts: 32	Re: Simple notch? Great link Valley, keep the pics coming!

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