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PBFAB.COM · 09-11-2013, 03:06 PM

Here's a few teaser pics of the 47-55 First Series Dropmember Rear we are wrapping up.

We will be offering this as a complete kit or as individual components for those just looking for bits and pieces.

**lolife99** · 09-11-2013, 08:26 PM

Very nice!

Rusbuilt · 09-11-2013, 08:42 PM

Sweet!

**oldman3** · 09-11-2013, 11:08 PM

Nice job Nate....Jim

1lo67 · 09-12-2013, 08:56 PM

I want one.........nice

chevyrestoguy · 09-14-2013, 10:22 AM

I like it! It ought to have a nice ride with the trailing arms and some adjustable coilovers.

**youngrodder** · 09-15-2013, 11:30 AM

Nate-

I would like one, myself for my 53 Suburban project. For an idea on a price, is it just best to call you directly?

Nice work.

Marc

PBFAB.COM · 09-15-2013, 08:52 PM

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Originally Posted by youngrodder

Nate-

I would like one, myself for my 53 Suburban project. For an idea on a price, is it just best to call you directly?

Nice work.

Marc

We have the pricing together so just give us a buzz when you have some time. 480-297-2621.
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crossfire84 · 09-15-2013, 03:33 PM

very nice, anything on the front end yet?

PBFAB.COM · 09-15-2013, 08:53 PM

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Originally Posted by crossfire84

very nice, anything on the front end yet?

Close. Another couple weeks until we post pics of the front.

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SCOTI · 09-16-2013, 08:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Porterbuilt Street Rods

Close. Another couple weeks until we post pics of the front.

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My buddy was asking me this week as well about a status update for the front DM when I showed him the rear pics....

PBFAB.COM · 09-16-2013, 10:48 AM

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Originally Posted by SCOTI

My buddy was asking me this week as well about a status update for the front DM when I showed him the rear pics....

It's close.

SCOTI · 09-16-2013, 12:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Porterbuilt Street Rods

It's close.

I sooooooo know you intentionally didn't say 2 other words......

ddubbs · 09-27-2013, 02:15 PM

Is it close yet. Front pics please!!!!!
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PBFAB.COM · 09-30-2013, 06:13 PM

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Originally Posted by ddubbs

Is it close yet. Front pics please!!!!!
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It's close. Will post pics of front soon.....

jimmydean · 10-01-2013, 10:51 AM

Nate putting the new water jet and CNC press brake to work! Nice work, wow.

PBFAB.COM · 10-02-2013, 07:25 PM

Been doing 100 things at once so nothing seems to be going as quickly as I would like! LOL.

Progress nonetheless. Front Dropmember is getting closer!
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1lo67 · 10-22-2013, 10:44 PM

What spindle and brake setup will this year dropmember use?? like to get a head start on parts..... just picked up a 48 GMC so i'm in.

PBFAB.COM · 10-23-2013, 10:25 AM

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Originally Posted by 1lo67

What spindle and brake setup will this year dropmember use?? like to get a head start on parts..... just picked up a 48 GMC so i'm in.

We are running the C10 spindle from CPP... they keep the trac width narrower than the other spindles currently on the market. If you start buying parts a little early get the 63-70 spindle.

Nate

**lolife99** · 10-23-2013, 10:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Porterbuilt Street Rods

We are running the C10 spindle from CPP... they keep the trac width narrower than the other spindles currently on the market. If you start buying parts a little early get the 63-70 spindle.

Nate

Curious why the 63-70 spindle?
I figured all your stuff used 73-87 spindles.

PBFAB.COM · 10-23-2013, 10:47 AM

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Originally Posted by lolife99

Curious why the 63-70 spindle?
I figured all your stuff used 73-87 spindles.

The steering arms hole for the tie-rod is smaller on the 63-70 spindle which makes it a little better candidate for drilling it to 5/8".

We recommended the 73-87 for years, and it works just fine with our kits. It has a slightly larger hole in the steering arm for the tie rod when compared to the 63-70. We have received feedback from some customers regarding some inconsistencies in the taper. Some reported that while drilling the spindle arm to 5/8" they only had to drill through as little as half the steering arm. This just makes the 63-70 a better option. The 71-72 and the 73-87 will still work, and are safe to use... but if you are going to purchase new spindles we recommend the 63-70.

Nate

**lolife99** · 10-23-2013, 12:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Porterbuilt Street Rods

The steering arms hole for the tie-rod is smaller on the 63-70 spindle which makes it a little better candidate for drilling it to 5/8".

We recommended the 73-87 for years, and it works just fine with our kits. It has a slightly larger hole in the steering arm for the tie rod when compared to the 63-70. We have received feedback from some customers regarding some inconsistencies in the taper. Some reported that while drilling the spindle arm to 5/8" they only had to drill through as little as half the steering arm. This just makes the 63-70 a better option. The 71-72 and the 73-87 will still work, and are safe to use... but if you are going to purchase new spindles we recommend the 63-70.

Nate

Thanks for the quick reply.
I knew there had to be a good reason.

1lo67 · 10-23-2013, 04:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Porterbuilt Street Rods

We are running the C10 spindle from CPP... they keep the trac width narrower than the other spindles currently on the market. If you start buying parts a little early get the 63-70 spindle.

Nate

Quote:

Originally Posted by Porterbuilt Street Rods

The steering arms hole for the tie-rod is smaller on the 63-70 spindle which makes it a little better candidate for drilling it to 5/8".

We recommended the 73-87 for years, and it works just fine with our kits. It has a slightly larger hole in the steering arm for the tie rod when compared to the 63-70. We have received feedback from some customers regarding some inconsistencies in the taper. Some reported that while drilling the spindle arm to 5/8" they only had to drill through as little as half the steering arm. This just makes the 63-70 a better option. The 71-72 and the 73-87 will still work, and are safe to use... but if you are going to purchase new spindles we recommend the 63-70.

Nate

Thanks

Dinos63 · 10-24-2013, 07:37 PM

Very very cool!

8LUG · 10-23-2013, 08:47 AM

Just got a 1951 chevy pickup so I'm in also

09-11-2013, 03:06 PM	#1
PBFAB.COM Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Mesa,Az Posts: 3,981	Dropmember Rear 47-55 First Series Spy Pics Here's a few teaser pics of the 47-55 First Series Dropmember Rear we are wrapping up. We will be offering this as a complete kit or as individual components for those just looking for bits and pieces. Attached Images __________________ www.PorterbuiltFabrication.com Phone: 480-297-2621 E-mail: sales@pbfab.com Find us on FaceBook under Porterbuilt Fabrication Specializing in Chassis and Suspension Components for your Classic Chevrolet Truck. We offer components from the following manufacturers: Porterbuilt Accuair Ridetech (Air Ride Technologies) Air Lift Wilwood Intro Unisteer ECE Gotta Show Air Lift Borgeson CPP Supporting this forum since 2003!

09-11-2013, 08:26 PM	#2
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,700	Re: Dropmember Rear 47-55 First Series Spy Pics Very nice! __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

09-11-2013, 08:42 PM	#3
Rusbuilt Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Knoxville, TN Posts: 5,381	Re: Dropmember Rear 47-55 First Series Spy Pics Sweet! __________________ -Rus PLEASE HELP WITH PROJECT UNDERHAULINPaypal donations accepted @ rus1785@yahoo.com Rusbuilt's garage 1968 Chevy C-30 Darcy SOLD Rusbuilt shop truck *SOLD*

09-11-2013, 11:08 PM	#4
oldman3 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: West Plains, Missouri Posts: 7,559	Re: Dropmember Rear 47-55 First Series Spy Pics Nice job Nate....Jim __________________ my build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=459839 Jimbo's long bed step build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...t=464626<br />

09-12-2013, 08:56 PM	#5
1lo67 Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Morristown, Tn Posts: 275	Re: Dropmember Rear 47-55 First Series Spy Pics I want one.........nice

09-14-2013, 10:22 AM	#6
chevyrestoguy Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: apple valley, ca Posts: 2,670	Re: Dropmember Rear 47-55 First Series Spy Pics I like it! It ought to have a nice ride with the trailing arms and some adjustable coilovers. __________________ Check out my latest endeavor: https://roundsixpod.com My build threads: '55 Chevy: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=247512 '64 C-20: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=446527

09-15-2013, 11:30 AM	#7
youngrodder Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Scotts, Michigan Posts: 3,774	Re: Dropmember Rear 47-55 First Series Spy Pics Nate- I would like one, myself for my 53 Suburban project. For an idea on a price, is it just best to call you directly? Nice work. Marc __________________ …………...........__________ .................. ((__\|__\|\|___\____ ..;.;;.:;:;.,;..;((_(O))____ (_(O)) 1948 Chevy Truck - Finished SOLD!! 1953 Chevy Suburban "Family Truckster" Completed: Spring of 2021 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=605484 1994 4x4 Blazer - "Field Find" https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...ferrerid=30857

09-15-2013, 03:33 PM	#9
crossfire84 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: wind lake WI Posts: 1,750	Re: Dropmember Rear 47-55 First Series Spy Pics very nice, anything on the front end yet? __________________ LIL ERV the 50-3600 396 BBC stroked to 415 cid Richmond 6spd over drive C4 rear Porter built a arms Never give the Devil a ride,because he'll want to Drive!

09-27-2013, 02:15 PM	#14
ddubbs Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Alaska Posts: 461	Re: Dropmember Rear 47-55 First Series Spy Pics Is it close yet. Front pics please!!!!! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ LIFTED OR LOW THE ONLY WAY TO GO!!!! Check out my build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=517346 Projects 56 Chevy pickup Porterbuilt FR/RR dropmembers

10-01-2013, 10:51 AM	#16
jimmydean Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Beaverton, OR Posts: 3,728	Re: Dropmember Rear 47-55 First Series Spy Pics Nate putting the new water jet and CNC press brake to work! Nice work, wow. __________________ New Project: 1966 LWB C20 Plans: 1/2 ton conversion Dropmember front Dropmember rear Corvette discs Restored raised bed http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=4295210

10-02-2013, 07:25 PM	#17
PBFAB.COM Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Mesa,Az Posts: 3,981	Re: Dropmember Rear 47-55 First Series Spy Pics Been doing 100 things at once so nothing seems to be going as quickly as I would like! LOL. Progress nonetheless. Front Dropmember is getting closer! Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device Attached Images __________________ www.PorterbuiltFabrication.com Phone: 480-297-2621 E-mail: sales@pbfab.com Find us on FaceBook under Porterbuilt Fabrication Specializing in Chassis and Suspension Components for your Classic Chevrolet Truck. We offer components from the following manufacturers: Porterbuilt Accuair Ridetech (Air Ride Technologies) Air Lift Wilwood Intro Unisteer ECE Gotta Show Air Lift Borgeson CPP Supporting this forum since 2003!

10-22-2013, 10:44 PM	#18
1lo67 Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Morristown, Tn Posts: 275	Re: Dropmember Rear 47-55 First Series Spy Pics What spindle and brake setup will this year dropmember use?? like to get a head start on parts..... just picked up a 48 GMC so i'm in.

10-24-2013, 07:37 PM	#24
Dinos63 chevy only Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 6,619	Re: Dropmember Rear 47-55 First Series Spy Pics Very very cool! __________________ CHEVY ONLY... Nothin Else !

10-23-2013, 08:47 AM	#25
8LUG Registered User Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Fort Worth, Texas Posts: 22	Re: Dropmember Rear 47-55 First Series Spy Pics Just got a 1951 chevy pickup so I'm in also __________________ Derrick 1951 Chevy Pickup current project 1990 Chevy Suburban 2500 front D60 king pin and rear 14 Bolt rear with 4.88 gears



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