1958 /1971 C-10 frame question - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

fabguy · 11-12-2010, 09:34 PM

Ok, I thought I would come to the experts on this, I am usually on the older side, 47-59 board.
Ok, I have a 1958 fleetside truck with a 71-72 C-10 front clip. I lowered it with 2 1/2" drop spindles and pulled the springs until my bags show up, the crossmember is only about 3" from the floor but my body will be 1 1/2'' -2" from the floor. I C-nothed the rear with a 2 1/2" notch, (yeah I know, but baby steps for me)

I want the body to be about 1/2" from the floor How can I solve this problem economically. Will the bags compressed raise it? I got my bag setup from suicidedoors.

dan42 · 11-13-2010, 12:03 AM

I don't know the answer to your question, but that's probably an interesting looking truck.

grs · 11-13-2010, 12:15 AM

WE need a forum on air bagging trucks only. I know there is a lot of work involved in the job. My son wants to do it to my truck, and I have a lot of questions. I put a thread up , but got no help.

fabguy · 11-13-2010, 12:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dan42

I don't know the answer to your question, but that's probably an interesting looking truck.

Sorry, it has a 71-72 front FRAME clip. I was wondering if you guys who have bagged fronts, have had to extend your brake lines? if so, where did you get them?

**VetteVet** · 11-13-2010, 01:36 PM

Have you tried the "suspension" forum?
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/f...splay.php?f=25

11-12-2010, 09:34 PM	#1
fabguy Elev8r Man Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Glendora, CA Posts: 835	1958 /1971 C-10 frame question Ok, I thought I would come to the experts on this, I am usually on the older side, 47-59 board. Ok, I have a 1958 fleetside truck with a 71-72 C-10 front clip. I lowered it with 2 1/2" drop spindles and pulled the springs until my bags show up, the crossmember is only about 3" from the floor but my body will be 1 1/2'' -2" from the floor. I C-nothed the rear with a 2 1/2" notch, (yeah I know, but baby steps for me) I want the body to be about 1/2" from the floor How can I solve this problem economically. Will the bags compressed raise it? I got my bag setup from suicidedoors. __________________ 1955.2 C4 Carry-all / Suburban ---> 55.2 Build Thread!! 1958 Fleetside SWB ---> 58 Fleetside Build thread 1939 2 door sedan *My F.B. project page.*

11-13-2010, 12:03 AM	#2
dan42 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cali Central Coast Posts: 5,191	Re: 1958 /1971 C-10 frame question I don't know the answer to your question, but that's probably an interesting looking truck. __________________ '67 SWB Fleetside ZZ4/350/Tremec 5-speed/4link/Scott's IFS - and fun as heck! SOLD Click here to support the board Philippians 4: 6-7

11-13-2010, 12:15 AM	#3
grs Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Roanoke, Tx. Posts: 1,561	Re: 1958 /1971 C-10 frame question WE need a forum on air bagging trucks only. I know there is a lot of work involved in the job. My son wants to do it to my truck, and I have a lot of questions. I put a thread up , but got no help.

11-13-2010, 01:36 PM	#5
VetteVet Msgt USAF Ret Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Kalamazoo, Michigan Posts: 8,717	Re: 1958 /1971 C-10 frame question Have you tried the "suspension" forum? http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/f...splay.php?f=25 __________________ VetteVet metallic green 67 stepside 74 corvette convertible 1965 Harley sportster 1995 Harley wide glide Growing old is hell, but it beats the alternative.



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