Best "Rake/Stance" for a Hot Rodded 60-66 C10? - Page 7 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

racecougar · 08-28-2013, 11:22 AM

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Originally Posted by likaroc13

That truck belonged to my dad. It had 2.5" spindles & 3" springs up front. The rear was a coilover setup with C-notch. He bought it like that from a guy my brother worked with. Dad only had it a few months before reselling.

Thanks. It's hard to believe that's the same truck.

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Originally Posted by LostMy65

Glos55 posted more pictures of it here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=581542

likaroc13 · 08-28-2013, 09:55 PM

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Originally Posted by racecougar

Thanks. It's hard to believe that's the same truck.

Glos55 posted more pictures of it here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=581542

Oops, that's odd! When I got my email subscription notification it linked me to a pic of my dad's old truck corresponding to LostMy65's quote. Now it definitely shows a different truck.

Sorry bout that!
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LostMy65 · 08-28-2013, 10:01 PM

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Originally Posted by LostMy65

Traditionally the old school hotrod rake:

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Quote:

Originally Posted by racecougar

Glos55 posted more pictures of it here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=581542

Yes, that's the truck.

ChuckW · 08-29-2013, 03:49 PM

I kept the 66 lwb stock height. Still has a lower front rake and like "tenni126" say's No matter what load I put back there all she ever does is sit level!

LVPhotos · 08-30-2013, 05:52 PM

Still holding a 2-5 degree rake just lower.

Rob Fisher · 08-30-2013, 07:42 PM

Here's mine. A slight rake. Any lower in the back and I have clearance issues.

chevyrestoguy · 08-30-2013, 09:52 PM

^ Rob-
I really, really, really like your truck! Sits great, and I really dig the color combo.

chevyrestoguy · 08-30-2013, 10:21 PM

This some older pictures of my '64. I've done a lot more suspension work since then, and I don't have any pics of the latest configuration, but will have some as soon as I get it back on it's wheels.

Since these pictures were taken, we have Z'd the front of the chassis up 2" and forward 1" to center the wheels in the wheel openings. The rear is coming down about another 1.5-2.0 inches. I want a hot rod rake, so the rear will still be higher than the front. It's a little too much right now.

Vernski · 08-31-2013, 02:56 AM

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Originally Posted by chevyrestoguy

^ Rob-
I really, really, really like your truck! Sits great, and I really dig the color
combo.

X2 Rob and why I do I will post a pic of mine..Vernski

WCHLVR · 08-31-2013, 04:53 AM

Brutus has a pretty good rake-

JWheeler331 · 08-31-2013, 02:31 PM

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Originally Posted by stealth_weapons

here is mine. this pic was taken right after i finished m UCA/LCA, drop spindles,disc brakes, etc.... it has since settled a little more in the front

for reference, here is how low the LCAs are to the ground

There is something wrong with the front bumper on that truck!!!!!!

Roll Tide.

JWheeler331 · 08-31-2013, 02:34 PM

I agree with the slightly higher in the rear rake/stance. I think it looks good.

65Gregg · 08-31-2013, 03:19 PM

Here is 2 for 1....
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endlessearth · 08-31-2013, 04:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rob Fisher

Here's mine. A slight rake. Any lower in the back and I have clearance issues.

Those wheels are sexy! What are they?

Rob Fisher · 08-31-2013, 07:26 PM

They are 18 x 8 Centerline smoothies at all 4 corners,I saw what Delmo was doing with his and followed his lead. I had a sign maker friend cutout the white centers and apply them to the wheels. Same material that they use to wrap vehicles in for advertising. I was hoping to keep a bit of the old factory look. White wheels, chrome rings and centre caps. Photo on right shows what I started, 16" stock steel 6 lug wheels, painted white with stock GMC hub caps. withI am going to have the same sign maker make up some GMC decals to replace the centerline logos.Tires are 275-45 Continental Extreme Contacts. They were clearing the tires out at Tire Rack for $88.00 each, quite a good deal.

endlessearth · 08-31-2013, 08:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rob Fisher

They are 18 x 8 Centerline smoothies at all 4 corners,I saw what Delmo was doing with his and followed his lead. I had a sign maker friend cutout the white centers and apply them to the wheels. Same material that they use to wrap vehicles in for advertising. I was hoping to keep a bit of the old factory look. White wheels, chrome rings and centre caps. Photo on right shows what I started, 16" stock steel 6 lug wheels, painted white with stock GMC hub caps. withI am going to have the same sign maker make up some GMC decals to replace the centerline logos.Tires are 275-45 Continental Extreme Contacts. They were clearing the tires out at Tire Rack for $88.00 each, quite a good deal.

Thanks for the info. They look so good.

LostMy65 · 08-31-2013, 09:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JWheeler331

I agree with the slightly higher in the rear rake/stance. I think it looks good.

Perfect Stance
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Downlow2xfo · 08-31-2013, 10:32 PM

Hard to tell without bed on but it has bags and was set up with a slight rake
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Anti-Ricer · 09-25-2013, 09:34 PM

Gotta have a nice rake,big wheels in the rear,has to be a swb because a lwb is like a 4 door car.V8,lowered
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T Smith · 09-25-2013, 10:00 PM

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Originally Posted by WCHLVR

Brutus has a pretty good rake-

Dig the Caddy hubcaps and wide whites, awesome LWB!

cogorman · 10-09-2013, 04:08 AM

I like how my 63 is set up. 2" block and drop spings in the rear, drop springs up front and spindles.

supercharged · 10-09-2013, 11:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LostMy65

Traditionally the old school hotrod rake:

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This is perfect!

racecougar · 10-09-2013, 11:13 AM

Yep. Just wish we could get some specs on it.

TJ's Chevy · 10-09-2013, 11:27 AM

Picture of mine with a load. Levels the truck out and looks good that way!

kieth · 10-10-2013, 08:53 AM

Here is a picture before 2.5" front drop

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08-29-2013, 03:49 PM	#154
ChuckW Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Alameda, CA. Posts: 173	Re: Best "Rake/Stance" for a Hot Rodded 60-66 C10? I kept the 66 lwb stock height. Still has a lower front rake and like "tenni126" say's No matter what load I put back there all she ever does is sit level!

08-30-2013, 05:52 PM	#155
LVPhotos Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 1,857	Re: Best "Rake/Stance" for a Hot Rodded 60-66 C10? Still holding a 2-5 degree rake just lower. Attached Images __________________ 1962 shortbed 408cui small block, TKO 600 5-speed, bagged Porterbuilt suspension. 18" Salt Flats http://www.cardomain.com/ride/332579...t-c-k-pick-up/ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=560081

08-30-2013, 07:42 PM	#156
Rob Fisher Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Coquitlam, British Columbia,Canada Posts: 135	Re: Best "Rake/Stance" for a Hot Rodded 60-66 C10? Here's mine. A slight rake. Any lower in the back and I have clearance issues. Attached Images

08-30-2013, 09:52 PM	#157
chevyrestoguy Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: apple valley, ca Posts: 2,670	Re: Best "Rake/Stance" for a Hot Rodded 60-66 C10? ^ Rob- I really, really, really like your truck! Sits great, and I really dig the color combo. __________________ 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

08-30-2013, 10:21 PM	#158
chevyrestoguy Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: apple valley, ca Posts: 2,670	Re: Best "Rake/Stance" for a Hot Rodded 60-66 C10? This some older pictures of my '64. I've done a lot more suspension work since then, and I don't have any pics of the latest configuration, but will have some as soon as I get it back on it's wheels. Since these pictures were taken, we have Z'd the front of the chassis up 2" and forward 1" to center the wheels in the wheel openings. The rear is coming down about another 1.5-2.0 inches. I want a hot rod rake, so the rear will still be higher than the front. It's a little too much right now. __________________ 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

08-31-2013, 04:53 AM	#160
WCHLVR Registered User Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Bend, Oregon Posts: 126	Re: Best "Rake/Stance" for a Hot Rodded 60-66 C10? Brutus has a pretty good rake-

08-31-2013, 02:34 PM	#162
JWheeler331 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Louisiana Posts: 553	Re: Best "Rake/Stance" for a Hot Rodded 60-66 C10? I agree with the slightly higher in the rear rake/stance. I think it looks good. __________________ Our 1965 Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...79#post6204879

08-31-2013, 03:19 PM	#163
65Gregg Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Willis, Texas Posts: 754	Re: Best "Rake/Stance" for a Hot Rodded 60-66 C10? Here is 2 for 1.... Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device Attached Images __________________ 65Gregg Blue long bed White TBSS 61 Impala “The two most important days in your life are the day you are born and the day you find out why.” Mark Twain

08-31-2013, 07:26 PM	#165
Rob Fisher Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Coquitlam, British Columbia,Canada Posts: 135	Re: Best "Rake/Stance" for a Hot Rodded 60-66 C10? They are 18 x 8 Centerline smoothies at all 4 corners,I saw what Delmo was doing with his and followed his lead. I had a sign maker friend cutout the white centers and apply them to the wheels. Same material that they use to wrap vehicles in for advertising. I was hoping to keep a bit of the old factory look. White wheels, chrome rings and centre caps. Photo on right shows what I started, 16" stock steel 6 lug wheels, painted white with stock GMC hub caps. withI am going to have the same sign maker make up some GMC decals to replace the centerline logos.Tires are 275-45 Continental Extreme Contacts. They were clearing the tires out at Tire Rack for $88.00 each, quite a good deal. Attached Images

08-31-2013, 10:32 PM	#168
Downlow2xfo Registered User Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Phenix City, AL Posts: 244	Re: Best "Rake/Stance" for a Hot Rodded 60-66 C10? Hard to tell without bed on but it has bags and was set up with a slight rake Posted via Mobile Device Attached Images

09-25-2013, 09:34 PM	#169
Anti-Ricer Registered User Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: lenoir city Posts: 112	Re: Best "Rake/Stance" for a Hot Rodded 60-66 C10? Gotta have a nice rake,big wheels in the rear,has to be a swb because a lwb is like a 4 door car.V8,lowered Posted via Mobile Device

10-09-2013, 04:08 AM	#171
cogorman Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Lake Havasu City, Az Posts: 61	Re: Best "Rake/Stance" for a Hot Rodded 60-66 C10? I like how my 63 is set up. 2" block and drop spings in the rear, drop springs up front and spindles. Attached Images

10-09-2013, 11:13 AM	#173
racecougar Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Imperial, MO Posts: 1,003	Re: Best "Rake/Stance" for a Hot Rodded 60-66 C10? Yep. Just wish we could get some specs on it. __________________ Rod @ AzzKicker Cars 1965 C10 SWB - Build Thread

10-09-2013, 11:27 AM	#174
TJ's Chevy Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Southern Oregon Posts: 10,384	Re: Best "Rake/Stance" for a Hot Rodded 60-66 C10? Picture of mine with a load. Levels the truck out and looks good that way! Attached Images __________________ 1966 Chevy C10 "Project Two Tone" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=596643 1964 GMC "Crustine" semi-build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=665056 My youtube channel. Username "Military Chevy": https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_h...fzpcUXyK_5-uiw

10-10-2013, 08:53 AM	#175
kieth Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma Posts: 1,925	Re: Best "Rake/Stance" for a Hot Rodded 60-66 C10? Here is a picture before 2.5" front drop after drop spindles and adjusting the rear air bags:



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