Opinions on POL's 5-lug disc brake conversion kit - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

1970ChevyChamp · 11-20-2012, 06:43 PM

Hey all, I was wanting everyones opinion on Performance Online's 5-lug disc brake conversion kit they offer. I am in the process of completely stripping my 67 to the frame. Im wanting to do a 5-lug disc brake conversion, as well as a 4 1/2 drop on the front. I like that they offer alot of other front end parts to replace the old used ones. Just looking for opinions, good or bad. I've learned alot the hard way, just trying to do some homework on stuff before I purchase. If you have used another similar setup kit like this I'm open to hear about it. Thanks!

here's the link to the POL kit

http://www.performanceonline.com/196...d-6-LUG-16671/

shopking72 · 11-20-2012, 07:45 PM

I have ordered a few things from them. Nice stuff for the money. Have not ordered any brake parts.

Zoomin · 11-20-2012, 09:00 PM

POL is the sorriest excuse for a company I've ever experienced. Use CPP or ECE or go with a fresh set of Keds first. A pox on them and their house.

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1970ChevyChamp · 11-21-2012, 02:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Zoomin

POL is the sorriest excuse for a company I've ever experienced. Use CPP or ECE or go with a fresh set of Keds first. A pox on them and their house.

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What problems have you had with POL? and do you know if CPP or ECE has a comparable 5-lug disc brake conversion kit that is similar to what I am looking at from POL? Thanks

AustinScott · 11-21-2012, 03:08 AM

check out some of my post... alot of pictures.
I bought the complete conversion/drop spindle kit form them.... as well as many other items.... Never had a single problem that they where not more than happy to fix on the spot.
Great service, good product..

Scott

SBC · 11-21-2012, 03:36 AM

I have the 5 lug conversion from POL and am very happy with it. They use western chassis parts, have good service and fast shipping with all correct parts ordered. I will no longer use CPP after my experiences with each company.
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fasttech · 11-23-2012, 11:37 PM

Take a look at the McGaughys kits. I bought one but haven't had time to install it. I purchased it because of the price and they use pretty standard GM parts that can be easily replaced in the future.

bbadfred · 11-30-2012, 12:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Zoomin

POL is the sorriest excuse for a company I've ever experienced. Use CPP or ECE or go with a fresh set of Keds first. A pox on them and their house.

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May I ask what is the reason for your rant? i assume you had a bad experience with them? Thanks Fred

Zoomin · 11-30-2012, 12:30 AM

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Originally Posted by bbadfred

May I ask what is the reason for your rant? i assume you had a bad experience with them? Thanks Fred

Here's the details: Link

Cliff notes. They make a mistake, you pay. And keep in mind they only offered this when I demanded to speak with the owner. "The owner does not take calls" I was told. The tech guys work in the shipping department is that tells you anything.
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VA72C10 · 11-20-2012, 10:45 PM

I've had success with POL in the past....haven't used many of their products but what I've gotten has been reasonably priced and high quality.

If you get CPP make sure to buy it from a board vendor and look up the issues a lot of guys are having with their spindles....

ECE and POL both use Western Chassis Spindles from my personal experience

1970ChevyChamp · 11-28-2012, 04:48 PM

After much thought I decided to go with CPP's grand slam kit. They offer all of the parts that POL offered, but the grand slam kit included alot more extra parts for the price. I actually called CPP before I ordered and spoke with some tech guys and the customer service was just fine IMO. I heard that was one of CPP's weak spots, but checked out fine for me. I also like that they have a lifetime guarantee on all parts. Hopefully I dont regret my decision.

**lolife99** · 11-28-2012, 04:56 PM

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Originally Posted by 1970ChevyChamp

After much thought I decided to go with CPP's grand slam kit. They offer all of the parts that POL offered, but the grand slam kit included alot more extra parts for the price. I actually called CPP before I ordered and spoke with some tech guys and the customer service was just fine IMO. I heard that was one of CPP's weak spots, but checked out fine for me. I also like that they have a lifetime guarantee on all parts. Hopefully I dont regret my decision.

Please report back after you recieve all your parts.

1970ChevyChamp · 11-28-2012, 05:04 PM

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Originally Posted by lolife99

Please report back after you recieve all your parts.

What details would you like to know when I get them?

**lolife99** · 11-28-2012, 05:07 PM

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Originally Posted by 1970ChevyChamp

What details would you like to know when I get them?

How long it took to recieve the parts and if you got all the correct parts.

VA72C10 · 11-28-2012, 07:26 PM

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Originally Posted by lolife99

How long it took to recieve the parts and if you got all the correct parts.

....and if the tie rods and ball joints fit the spindles...

You should be fine but make sure to get everything in and inspect the parts before tearing down the old suspension if it's your driver or you need it moved...

I've used a lot of cpp parts and have been pleased overall...but have had orders take weeks extra, have parts missing, damaged (not in shipping) and have seen others having issues with their spindles recently...
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1970ChevyChamp · 12-19-2012, 07:09 PM

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Originally Posted by lolife99

Please report back after you recieve all your parts.

ITs been awhile since I was on, but I did recieve all of my parts about week and a half ago. Just got home a few days ago and inspected everything, and all was fine. Took a little over a week for all 10 packages to arrive, which didnt bother me because I wasnt in a huge hurry. So far I havent had any negative issues with CPP, or there customer service. The gentleman I delt with personally sent me email updates on my order which I liked. I guess consider me one of the few that didnt get "rubbed wrong" by CPP

Zoomin · 11-28-2012, 05:21 PM

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Originally Posted by 1970ChevyChamp

After much thought I decided to go with CPP's grand slam kit. They offer all of the parts that POL offered, but the grand slam kit included alot more extra parts for the price. I actually called CPP before I ordered and spoke with some tech guys and the customer service was just fine IMO. I heard that was one of CPP's weak spots, but checked out fine for me. I also like that they have a lifetime guarantee on all parts. Hopefully I dont regret my decision.

Have you already bought them? Scott's Hot Rods can get them for you at a discount, and because he does so much business with them, he gets orders through pretty quickly. If anything comes up, he can get tech on it quick too.

BB72CHEVKT · 11-28-2012, 07:32 PM

I have heard of plenty of problems with CPP but I have yet to encounter any problems when ordering from them thru EBAY.

VA72C10 · 11-28-2012, 09:54 PM

You've done well then

two of my bad deals threads were from ebay orders (one steering wheel listed as nice billet that came in as a cheap one that was a blemished also. And a tilt column that was damaged before packaging (because no damage to the box or their very nice packaging. Then when I sent it back for a new one they sent me the same one missing parts. Jeff @ cpp finally got both of those resolved for me...
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VA72C10 · 11-28-2012, 09:57 PM

I definitely recommend ordering through scotts or porterbuilt or another board vendor but understand what a good deal can be had on ebay is hard to pass up (I still buy cpp stuff from ebay knowing I can file a paypal dispute if needed......but not if I need the parts in a hurry...
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BB72CHEVKT · 11-28-2012, 10:19 PM

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Originally Posted by VA72C10

I definitely recommend ordering through scotts or porterbuilt or another board vendor but understand what a good deal can be had on ebay is hard to pass up (I still buy cpp stuff from ebay knowing I can file a paypal dispute if needed......but not if I need the parts in a hurry...
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You are right there have been enough complaints to proceed with caution.

1970ChevyChamp · 11-29-2012, 12:07 AM

Dang, I missed out out on the discount info from Scott's Hot Rods. Lesson learned there. Hopefully I dont encounter all of these mishaps through CPP. I ordered 2 days ago and havent received any shipping information yet, only an email that my order was recieved. Fingers crossed.

ecgate · 11-29-2012, 10:27 PM

I placed an order from cpp a while ago and yes im still waiting to get them. Not impressed.

1970ChevyChamp · 11-29-2012, 10:33 PM

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Originally Posted by ecgate

I placed an order from cpp a while ago and yes im still waiting to get them. Not impressed.

How long has it been?
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**lolife99** · 11-29-2012, 10:45 PM

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Originally Posted by ecgate

I placed an order from cpp a while ago and yes im still waiting to get them. Not impressed.

My guess would be a minimum of three weeks.

11-20-2012, 06:43 PM	#1
1970ChevyChamp Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Madison, Kansas Posts: 102	Opinions on POL's 5-lug disc brake conversion kit Hey all, I was wanting everyones opinion on Performance Online's 5-lug disc brake conversion kit they offer. I am in the process of completely stripping my 67 to the frame. Im wanting to do a 5-lug disc brake conversion, as well as a 4 1/2 drop on the front. I like that they offer alot of other front end parts to replace the old used ones. Just looking for opinions, good or bad. I've learned alot the hard way, just trying to do some homework on stuff before I purchase. If you have used another similar setup kit like this I'm open to hear about it. Thanks! here's the link to the POL kit http://www.performanceonline.com/196...d-6-LUG-16671/

11-20-2012, 07:45 PM	#2
shopking72 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Kansas Posts: 774	Re: Opinions on POL's 5-lug disc brake conversion kit I have ordered a few things from them. Nice stuff for the money. Have not ordered any brake parts. __________________ 1972 C10 LWB- 4.5 Front and 5 Rear Drop, 406/TH350 1966 Caprice 1968 Impala (Frame Off LSX Project) 2001 Tahoe LT 2013 Hyundai Elantra 2010 Kawasaki Z1000

11-20-2012, 09:00 PM	#3
Zoomin Man of Mini-Talents Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Oklahoma City, OK Posts: 4,295	Re: Opinions on POL's 5-lug disc brake conversion kit POL is the sorriest excuse for a company I've ever experienced. Use CPP or ECE or go with a fresh set of Keds first. A pox on them and their house. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Steve Project - Ruth 66 Skylark Project - Lola 60 Biscayne Project - Iron Ox 54 GMC 100 Project - Darth 69 Camaro

11-21-2012, 03:08 AM	#5
AustinScott Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Southington CT Posts: 548	Re: Opinions on POL's 5-lug disc brake conversion kit check out some of my post... alot of pictures. I bought the complete conversion/drop spindle kit form them.... as well as many other items.... Never had a single problem that they where not more than happy to fix on the spot. Great service, good product.. Scott __________________ 68-SWB, 327, hooker headers, spintec mufflers, disk brake 3.5/5 drop, buddy buckets, 200-4R, 2200 stall, 3.73 12bolt Eaton Posi, My 68-SWB Photo Build Thread All my Google Albums

11-21-2012, 03:36 AM	#6
SBC Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 202	Re: Opinions on POL's 5-lug disc brake conversion kit I have the 5 lug conversion from POL and am very happy with it. They use western chassis parts, have good service and fast shipping with all correct parts ordered. I will no longer use CPP after my experiences with each company. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1967 C-10 Project 2008 Suburban 2017 GMC Sierra

11-23-2012, 11:37 PM	#7
fasttech Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Houston Texas Posts: 77	Re: Opinions on POL's 5-lug disc brake conversion kit Take a look at the McGaughys kits. I bought one but haven't had time to install it. I purchased it because of the price and they use pretty standard GM parts that can be easily replaced in the future.

11-20-2012, 10:45 PM	#10
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,267	Re: Opinions on POL's 5-lug disc brake conversion kit I've had success with POL in the past....haven't used many of their products but what I've gotten has been reasonably priced and high quality. If you get CPP make sure to buy it from a board vendor and look up the issues a lot of guys are having with their spindles.... ECE and POL both use Western Chassis Spindles from my personal experience __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

11-28-2012, 04:48 PM	#11
1970ChevyChamp Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Madison, Kansas Posts: 102	Re: Opinions on POL's 5-lug disc brake conversion kit After much thought I decided to go with CPP's grand slam kit. They offer all of the parts that POL offered, but the grand slam kit included alot more extra parts for the price. I actually called CPP before I ordered and spoke with some tech guys and the customer service was just fine IMO. I heard that was one of CPP's weak spots, but checked out fine for me. I also like that they have a lifetime guarantee on all parts. Hopefully I dont regret my decision.

11-28-2012, 07:32 PM	#18
BB72CHEVKT Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Hideaway, TX Posts: 4,950	Re: Opinions on POL's 5-lug disc brake conversion kit I have heard of plenty of problems with CPP but I have yet to encounter any problems when ordering from them thru EBAY. __________________ 71 Suburban 350/700R4 Project Trixie 72 CHEVY,Highlander,SWB,396,T400

11-28-2012, 09:54 PM	#19
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,267	Re: Opinions on POL's 5-lug disc brake conversion kit You've done well then two of my bad deals threads were from ebay orders (one steering wheel listed as nice billet that came in as a cheap one that was a blemished also. And a tilt column that was damaged before packaging (because no damage to the box or their very nice packaging. Then when I sent it back for a new one they sent me the same one missing parts. Jeff @ cpp finally got both of those resolved for me... Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

11-28-2012, 09:57 PM	#20
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,267	Re: Opinions on POL's 5-lug disc brake conversion kit I definitely recommend ordering through scotts or porterbuilt or another board vendor but understand what a good deal can be had on ebay is hard to pass up (I still buy cpp stuff from ebay knowing I can file a paypal dispute if needed......but not if I need the parts in a hurry... Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

11-29-2012, 12:07 AM	#22
1970ChevyChamp Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Madison, Kansas Posts: 102	Re: Opinions on POL's 5-lug disc brake conversion kit Dang, I missed out out on the discount info from Scott's Hot Rods. Lesson learned there. Hopefully I dont encounter all of these mishaps through CPP. I ordered 2 days ago and havent received any shipping information yet, only an email that my order was recieved. Fingers crossed.

11-29-2012, 10:27 PM	#23
ecgate Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Council Bluffs, Iowa Posts: 280	Re: Opinions on POL's 5-lug disc brake conversion kit I placed an order from cpp a while ago and yes im still waiting to get them. Not impressed.



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