What are the PROS and CONS of a Dropmember?

[rex01atv]

I'm looking at getting one, but would like to know how much lower it will make my 72? Also does that mean I can ride lower with more air pressure resulting in better ride quality? Help me out!

[p8ntballer1911]

I would say the only downside is the price!

[lolife99]

No cons,
All pros.
You gain much needed ground clearance of the lower control arms. It also centers the front wheels in the wheel opening. Plus it narrows the front track width.
It uses all of your original truck suspension, instead of converting to light weight Mustang II components.

I think the price is in line also. Before the Dropmember,... no other product addressed these issues,... especially if you wanted to lay the frame.

[N2TRUX]

Originally Posted by p8ntballer1911

I would say the only downside is the price!

Compared to what? Compared to doing nothing, yes the price is a negative. If you compare it to Z'ing, or a sectioned crossmember then it's not quite as bad.

[Rokcrln]

Yes you will be able to ride lower at a higher psi + better ride. Also the geometry is better at lower heights then the stock set up resulting in better handling as well. With the DM and drop spindles (looks like you have those now) it will lay your frame on the ground depending on your rear set up. All this means is you have more travel then before and this is were the extra psi at the lower height comes into play. The narrower track width will help with turning when you are lower avoiding as much fender issues. I have a truck in my shop right now getting one installed because he always rides very low but now it will ride nice that low and not like a big marsh mellow

Yep no cons that I have found.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

[p8ntballer1911]

Originally Posted by N2TRUX

Compared to what? Compared to doing nothing, yes the price is a negative. If you compare it to Z'ing, or a sectioned crossmember then it's not quite as bad.

Im just saying the total price is a little pricey with everything you need! I love the design and wish I could afford one!

[edflores]

Originally Posted by N2TRUX

Compared to what? Compared to doing nothing, yes the price is a negative. If you compare it to Z'ing, or a sectioned crossmember then it's not quite as bad.

i believe thats the only price comparison, to nothing.
other than that, it has all others beat on price.

the only other con i see is putting ford products on a chevy. im already getting heat for that. lol.

[chevyrestoguy]

If you add up everything you would need (parts, fab costs, etc) to gain the same ground clearance and performance that a Dropmember provides, you'll find that the price of a Dropmember is actually a bargain considering how nice of a piece of work it is. Guys that Z their frames always go through a point in the process where they wished that they hadn't tackled the job. It's alot more work than it appears, and everything that touches, hangs on, or bolts to the front end always winds up needing to be modified to make it all work.

I can't tell you how many times I went down a certain path to save money, only to wind up spending almost the same amount and gaining a ton of headaches in the process.

[fixit-p]

Con= I don't have one.
Pro= Some day I will.

[c10addict]

I have over 4000 miles on my dropmember... I love it!!! Wouldn't trade it... I z'd my 67 project just because I have two projects going right now and don't have the extra scratch.. I haven't got it on the road yet to compare the two...

[Custom 68]

Originally Posted by c10addict

I have over 4000 miles on my dropmember... I love it!!! Wouldn't trade it... I z'd my 67 project just because I have two projects going right now and don't have the extra scratch.. I haven't got it on the road yet to compare the two...

What is it you like? does it handle better, just for the looks or ride. I too would like one...
Dave

[c10addict]

Originally Posted by Custom 68

What is it you like? does it handle better, just for the looks or ride. I too would like one...
Dave

Yes, Yes, and Yes... Seriously... It rides, handles, pushes the motor up so you dont have to worry about ripping the oil pan off and just works... I run my truck LOW and have no issues... I will say it can take a shot too because I am always smashing something on the road...

[rex01atv]

What am I looking at cost wise for the dropmember? Will that come with the rack and pinion parts?

[SS68]

"You gain much needed ground clearance of the lower control arms. It also centers the front wheels in the wheel opening. Plus it narrows the front track width.
It uses all of your original truck suspension, "

Dont beat me up on this not familiar with dropmembers at all do you run those if you air suspension only? i am wanting to center my wheels on the wheel opening and just looking for solutions

also

"What am I looking at cost wise for the dropmember? Will that come with the rack and pinion parts? "

will it allow you to run a rack and pinion?

[texastrendz]

don't forget about the fender issues, hood hinge issues, floor board issues, drive shaft issues. ya better know how to fabricate if you buy a drop member, yes it bolts on but nothing else will around it. just my 2 cents, and yes i will be getting one for my truck.

[SCOTI]

Originally Posted by texastrendz

don't forget about the fender issues, hood hinge issues, floor board issues, drive shaft issues. ya better know how to fabricate if you buy a drop member, yes it bolts on but nothing else will around it. just my 2 cents, and yes i will be getting one for my truck.

You'll have to worry about those issues if you want the rails on the ground regardless of how it's done.

[andrewmp6]

Ask dino he has one in every truck he owns.

[ANTHONY67]

Man i will have one. Seen dino trucks in street trucks sweet.

[gringoloco]

Originally Posted by texastrendz

don't forget about the fender issues, hood hinge issues, floor board issues, drive shaft issues. ya better know how to fabricate if you buy a drop member, yes it bolts on but nothing else will around it. just my 2 cents, and yes i will be getting one for my truck.

True. Bolting on the DM is the easy part...

Originally Posted by SCOTI

You'll have to worry about those issues if you want the rails on the ground regardless of how it's done.

Also true...

[Rokcrln]

Originally Posted by texastrendz

don't forget about the fender issues, hood hinge issues, floor board issues, drive shaft issues. ya better know how to fabricate if you buy a drop member, yes it bolts on but nothing else will around it. just my 2 cents, and yes i will be getting one for my truck.

I don't think floor boards will come into play with a DropMember at least in the 67-72's. That only hits when you air out a stock Cross member and the wheels swing back into the fire wall, DropMember keeps everything centered. As for the drive shaft yes you will need to have it adjusted but that is normal for any big drop and as for any cab cutting to clear the drive line Nate has that solved with his trailing arm Cross Member.

True the 1 Con is cost but you have cost with anything you do if you want it right. Is it over priced for what you are getting I don't think so at all and that is why I bought one for my 72 Tahoe instead of building my own what every chop and cut version. Most of you know who have seen my work I could do what ever is needed to get a vehicle as low as you can and have all the tools to do so in my shop but I want more then just in the weeds and that is why I am part of the Members Only Club

Kevin
LFD Inc.

[Tony@AirRideTech]

I am wanting one for my one ton too....... one of these days