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Old 07-13-2012, 12:59 PM   #1
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Multi-stage porterbuild? suggestions?

if I wanted to go with a full porterbuilt setup and break it down into maybe 4+ stage (read: 4+ purchases to spread expense) what would you recommend?

Is it possible even? or do I kinda need to at least commit to the full rear or full front?

Belle is a '61 shorty on a '68 frame. I have had two other bagged trucks. on this truck, the body is the lowest point (frame mounts have been lowered) so I want it to lay frame... and in turn body.


Open to non-porterbuilt suggestions but man.. their stuff looks so clean. and I really want bolt on. I've done weld on, and it was fine, but there i something about the cleanliness of porterbuilt that just leaves me in awe. seems like high quality stuff.
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Old 07-14-2012, 06:53 PM   #2
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Re: Multi-stage porterbuild? suggestions?

next question, '68 frame with '71+ burb front clip, power steering and power discs already.

if I just get the porterbuilt drop member upfront, do I need anything else?

how bad is the camber at a ride height of...slammed?

for the price dm sure seems worth it.
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Old 07-14-2012, 11:54 PM   #3
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Re: Multi-stage porterbuild? suggestions?

Rack and pinion, steering joints, shocks, step drill bit. I've bought all mine piece by piece too bro!....
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Old 07-15-2012, 09:46 PM   #4
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Re: Multi-stage porterbuild? suggestions?

Have you talked to Nate about your project?
I have recently started on my 66 and wanted to stay on a budget as well so I decided to get the front suspension done first and then work on the rear.
I think you can buy as little or as much as you want from Nate in order to keep cost down
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Old 07-16-2012, 11:36 AM   #5
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Re: Multi-stage porterbuild? suggestions?

no I haven't, good point I should give him a call.

Yeah I was kinda surprised the rear is so much more $$ than the front. the front seems more complicated to me lol
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