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paps69 · 12-16-2008, 06:36 PM

I was wondering if anyone had used these. Mine are pretty rusty. One of the U bolts actually pulled out several years ago. I plan on driving my truck quite a bit. Even if I found a good used set i am afraid they will be in the same shape after a while. The ECE ones would last forever.

Number98 · 12-16-2008, 06:59 PM

I have always had good luck with anything ECE produces as far as fit and quality. I have never used their trailing arms but I would bet that they are top notch based on Early Classic's reputation.

**Boog** · 12-16-2008, 07:13 PM

There is a story on these ECE arms installed on a mid 60's truck in the Jan issue of Custom Classic Trucks if you want a good look at them. They look well built, much stronger than stock ones.

68 short step · 12-16-2008, 07:29 PM

ive used/installed them, and i think they are very well built and WAY beefer then the stockers.....

Ram-Man · 12-16-2008, 08:10 PM

I built my own for about $65.

outlawc · 12-16-2008, 09:00 PM

Ram-Man, the arms you made are 2x3 tubing right?

Ram-Man · 12-16-2008, 09:49 PM

2" x 3" tubing and 3/16 plates on the top and bottom. If I remember right it was 1 1/4" pipe in the front for the bushing to be pressed into.

72BlckButy · 12-16-2008, 10:19 PM

Wow.... those are nice Ram-Man... nice work!!!

paps69 · 12-16-2008, 10:58 PM

Boog- I got home from work today and my Jan. issue of CCT was in the mailbox. That article shed a lot of light on the subject. Perfect timing

Ram-Man- I thought about building them but had talked myself out of it. Seeing your pics has me wanting to give it a shot. They look great. I was concerned about gusseting the bent part but your idea looks great. It strengthens the bend and beefs up the spring and rearend mount area.

Thanks to all for the input.

68 short step · 12-16-2008, 11:00 PM

dangggg, you did a great job.....

ShowSS12 · 12-16-2008, 11:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Ram-Man

I built my own for about $65.

Those are sweet I am gonna have to try and make me a set... I have always thought of making some tubular similar to ART. Also with a lower bag mount

Ram how did you bend them? Did you cut and add another piece or is it pie cut and more metal added in?

SCOTI · 12-17-2008, 01:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ram-Man

2" x 3" tubing and 3/16 plates on the top and bottom. If I remember right it was 1 1/4" pipe in the front for the bushing to be pressed into.

I always liked these. Any way you could confirm the bushing 'bung' dimension?

outlawc · 12-17-2008, 10:50 AM

I agree, those trailing arms you made are outstanding. I was going to build a set for mine and will definately do so after seeing yours. Thanks for the info.

Ram-Man · 12-17-2008, 07:58 PM

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Originally Posted by SCOTI

I always liked these. Any way you could confirm the bushing 'bung' dimension?

It was 1 1/2" sch 40 pipe. The poly bushings were a hair to big to fit in so I put them in the drill press and shaved a hair off with sandpaper.

idonutn0 · 12-17-2008, 08:17 PM

How about using the Trailing Arm Reinforcement Kit from ECE? Would that be a viable solution? Has anyone else used them?

SCOTI · 12-17-2008, 08:46 PM

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Originally Posted by idonutn0

How about using the Trailing Arm Reinforcement Kit from ECE? Would that be a viable solution? Has anyone else used them?

Yes, if the arms aren't rusted the reinforcement 'kits' work well. Personally, I just stitch weld the arms on top & bottom about every 12" & weld the front/rear of the arms 100%. If you like the idea of the plates, you could also pick up some steel @ your local Lowes or steel-yard.

ripdog28 · 12-17-2008, 09:00 PM

Got the ECE on mine. like them so far just have not driven it yet.

a few more mts

12-16-2008, 06:36 PM	#1
paps69 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Guston, Ky Posts: 79	ECE Trailing arms I was wondering if anyone had used these. Mine are pretty rusty. One of the U bolts actually pulled out several years ago. I plan on driving my truck quite a bit. Even if I found a good used set i am afraid they will be in the same shape after a while. The ECE ones would last forever.

12-16-2008, 06:59 PM	#2
Number98 Prestige Worldwide Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Worldwide Posts: 2,552	Re: ECE Trailing arms I have always had good luck with anything ECE produces as far as fit and quality. I have never used their trailing arms but I would bet that they are top notch based on Early Classic's reputation.

12-16-2008, 07:13 PM	#3
Boog laying low Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Searcy, Ark. USA Posts: 13,514	Re: ECE Trailing arms There is a story on these ECE arms installed on a mid 60's truck in the Jan issue of Custom Classic Trucks if you want a good look at them. They look well built, much stronger than stock ones. __________________ Boog 69 Chevy stepside, 358/T350, 4.11 posi, 4.5/4 drop, rallys, poboy driver primer is finer 91 Chevy sportside, Tahoe, Yukon & GMC Crewcab All GM..'nuff said. I stand for the flag and kneel at the cross

12-16-2008, 07:29 PM	#4
68 short step Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: tulsa OK Posts: 3,070	Re: ECE Trailing arms ive used/installed them, and i think they are very well built and WAY beefer then the stockers.....

12-16-2008, 08:10 PM	#5
Ram-Man Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Minnesota Posts: 943	Re: ECE Trailing arms I built my own for about $65. Attached Images __________________ Porterbuilt 8 Lugger http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=691739

12-16-2008, 09:00 PM	#6
outlawc Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Louisiana Posts: 211	Re: ECE Trailing arms Ram-Man, the arms you made are 2x3 tubing right?

12-16-2008, 09:49 PM	#7
Ram-Man Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Minnesota Posts: 943	Re: ECE Trailing arms 2" x 3" tubing and 3/16 plates on the top and bottom. If I remember right it was 1 1/4" pipe in the front for the bushing to be pressed into. Attached Images __________________ Porterbuilt 8 Lugger http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=691739

12-16-2008, 10:19 PM	#8
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: ECE Trailing arms Wow.... those are nice Ram-Man... nice work!!! __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

12-16-2008, 10:58 PM	#9
paps69 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Guston, Ky Posts: 79	Re: ECE Trailing arms Boog- I got home from work today and my Jan. issue of CCT was in the mailbox. That article shed a lot of light on the subject. Perfect timing Ram-Man- I thought about building them but had talked myself out of it. Seeing your pics has me wanting to give it a shot. They look great. I was concerned about gusseting the bent part but your idea looks great. It strengthens the bend and beefs up the spring and rearend mount area. Thanks to all for the input.

12-16-2008, 11:00 PM	#10
68 short step Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: tulsa OK Posts: 3,070	Re: ECE Trailing arms dangggg, you did a great job.....

12-17-2008, 10:50 AM	#13
outlawc Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Louisiana Posts: 211	Re: ECE Trailing arms I agree, those trailing arms you made are outstanding. I was going to build a set for mine and will definately do so after seeing yours. Thanks for the info.

12-17-2008, 08:17 PM	#15
idonutn0 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Cypress TX Posts: 126	Re: ECE Trailing arms How about using the Trailing Arm Reinforcement Kit from ECE? Would that be a viable solution? Has anyone else used them?

12-17-2008, 09:00 PM	#17
ripdog28 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Imperial Beach, CA Posts: 1,040	Re: ECE Trailing arms Got the ECE on mine. like them so far just have not driven it yet. a few more mts __________________ 69 c-10 BBC 462ci, forged crank, H-beam rods, 10.5-1 KB forged pistons, Dart Iron Eagle 308cc, Straub Cam, Comp Cams chrome moly full rollers, Weiand Team G, Prosystems 950, TH400/3500 Dalenzie stall, Currie 9+ Detroit Locker w/31spline axles.3.5/6in drop. My Build.



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