2x4 Lowered, Sway Bar OMG! (pics) - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

gangforward · 07-29-2005, 04:30 PM

Finally got motivated and got the 2x4 ECE kit (deluxe) installed with shocks, panhard bar, shock relocate kit, and installed their ECE front sway bar.

OMG! I had read here the sway bar did amazing things, but I am stunned at how much better this thing handles. It even sounds different now that the exhaust isn't sticking way up in the air. Boy - if you don't have a sway bar, GET ONE!

I'm so happy I could .....

Here's a before and after shot.

redhead69 · 07-29-2005, 04:36 PM

Love the whole package man.. nice job!

Joe67 · 07-29-2005, 04:46 PM

Very nice truck. ECE stuff is good

tomatocity · 07-29-2005, 05:16 PM

very NICE! Low 'n Orange I love it.

Swaybars make a huge difference especially with a vehicle like we drive. Part of what you are feeling is the distribution of weight. You lowered the rear to be more equal to the front in height so the weight is not being pushed down on the frontend. Did you add a rear swaybar? If not, try one and you will be impressed how flat the truck handles or less twist in the rear of the truck.

Again, NICE low 'n Orange truck! I'm jealous

Gary · 07-29-2005, 09:54 PM

I put a swaybar on my 72 at the same time as I had it lowered and yes it really really really improves how the truck takes a corner or curve, I was really pleased, really, I was, really!

I put brand new lowering springs front and rear along with new sway bar all at the same time, all from ECE if I remember right.

LUV2XCLR8 · 07-29-2005, 10:25 PM

gangforward · 07-29-2005, 10:59 PM

Hmm... My definition of bling bling was 20's slammed so you can't drive it and a warmed over motor with less than 300 HP.... <grin>

tomatocity - suggestions on a rear sway bar kit? I did notice a big difference behind me My goal with this thing is to have as much fun, faster than the 1995 Z28 Convertible I sold when I started fixing this one up.

07-29-2005, 04:30 PM	#1
gangforward Hootis is as Hootis does... Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Southern Georgia Posts: 500	2x4 Lowered, Sway Bar OMG! (pics) Finally got motivated and got the 2x4 ECE kit (deluxe) installed with shocks, panhard bar, shock relocate kit, and installed their ECE front sway bar. OMG! I had read here the sway bar did amazing things, but I am stunned at how much better this thing handles. It even sounds different now that the exhaust isn't sticking way up in the air. Boy - if you don't have a sway bar, GET ONE! I'm so happy I could ..... Here's a before and after shot. Attached Images __________________ 67 C10 LWB Fleet, 383, TH400, PS, 4BL-Holley, Headers & 3" Exhaust, 3" drop front, 4" rear springs, ECI shock relocate, Panhard Bar kit, wheels & tires 1995 Z28 Convertible - Borla, K&N, Lingenfelter Motor, C6 Wheels & Tires 1990 2500 4x4 Suburban 3" Catbac System, K&N, 2" Lift, Wheels, Tires

07-29-2005, 04:36 PM	#2
redhead69 fugedaboutit Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Gresham, OR Posts: 832	Love the whole package man.. nice job! __________________ Currently truckless

07-29-2005, 04:46 PM	#3
Joe67 67 is sold Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Troy, Michigan Posts: 6,738	Very nice truck. ECE stuff is good __________________ Joe - Formerly 67c10step ------------------------------- 1967 Chevy Stepside - ECE 4/6, fuelcell, 5lug - SOLD gr8lakes - My ebay auctions Click here to order forum apparel :: Click here to become a subscribing member

07-29-2005, 05:16 PM	#4
tomatocity Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Sacramento CA Posts: 1,255	very NICE! Low 'n Orange I love it. Swaybars make a huge difference especially with a vehicle like we drive. Part of what you are feeling is the distribution of weight. You lowered the rear to be more equal to the front in height so the weight is not being pushed down on the frontend. Did you add a rear swaybar? If not, try one and you will be impressed how flat the truck handles or less twist in the rear of the truck. Again, NICE low 'n Orange truck! I'm jealous __________________ Got bored, sold everthing. Got bored, looking for a 1960-66 C-10. Want to build my last truck.

07-29-2005, 09:54 PM	#5
Gary Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Harvest, AL Posts: 545	I put a swaybar on my 72 at the same time as I had it lowered and yes it really really really improves how the truck takes a corner or curve, I was really pleased, really, I was, really! I put brand new lowering springs front and rear along with new sway bar all at the same time, all from ECE if I remember right. __________________ Gary Harris 85 Silverado - 87 Grand National 2007 Ardmore Car Show

07-29-2005, 10:25 PM	#6
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,484	__________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Tow Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T

07-29-2005, 10:59 PM	#7
gangforward Hootis is as Hootis does... Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Southern Georgia Posts: 500	Hmm... My definition of bling bling was 20's slammed so you can't drive it and a warmed over motor with less than 300 HP.... <grin> tomatocity - suggestions on a rear sway bar kit? I did notice a big difference behind me My goal with this thing is to have as much fun, faster than the 1995 Z28 Convertible I sold when I started fixing this one up. __________________ 67 C10 LWB Fleet, 383, TH400, PS, 4BL-Holley, Headers & 3" Exhaust, 3" drop front, 4" rear springs, ECI shock relocate, Panhard Bar kit, wheels & tires 1995 Z28 Convertible - Borla, K&N, Lingenfelter Motor, C6 Wheels & Tires 1990 2500 4x4 Suburban 3" Catbac System, K&N, 2" Lift, Wheels, Tires

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