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cheyenne10 · 10-07-2005, 12:23 PM

Who has links to good posts on dropped spindles. Brand comments, fit comments, turning radius issues, etc. Without search its tough.

wannabeburbowner · 10-07-2005, 05:23 PM

Not to hi-jack your thread, but I am also wanting to know what all I need to change to put a 73 and up spindle on my 71 C10. I got some from Summit Racings scratch and dent sale for $100....I couldn't pass them up. Do I just have to change the balljoints?? The the disc brake rotors and calipers the same??

Thanks,

Travis

70chevc10 · 10-08-2005, 04:29 AM

check the FAQ section, i know this has been asked a lot in the past

cheyenne10 · 10-08-2005, 02:43 PM

I checked there and did not find the discussion I need. I was looking for content or pros and cons to ECE, Mcgaughys, CPP, or other dropped spindles. Seems like there has been some preference or differences due to standard tie rods end acceptabliity and turning radius when complete, etc.

70short/step · 10-08-2005, 03:13 PM

I used and highly recommend ECE dropped spindles. I used the kit on my 70 to drop and add disc brakes. They are of the highest quality and include all parts needed to do the swap, less brake fluid and grease. I couldnt be happier with their parts a and their service. Call them up and talk to them.

67Fleet · 10-08-2005, 05:58 PM

Can't go wrong with McGaughy's or ECE. I've got McGaughy's components on both my '03 and my '67 and they are quality parts.

Tx Firefighter · 10-09-2005, 06:21 AM

I've used Western, BellTech, Ground Force, and ECE spindles in my life. Never had a problem with any of them.

I prefer ECE for early trucks and BellTech for later models. ECE is top notch stuff and support people too. Call them, they usually offer them for cheaper than advertised price if you call and ask when you order.

Wannabe...

On your truck, the 73 and newer spindles require 73 and newer upper ball joints and outer tie rod ends. On your 71, the later model tie rod end will screw into your adjuster sleeve without any fancy adapters needed like the earlier trucks require. The upper ball joint installs directly into your control arms. The lower ball joint is the same on 71 through 87 trucks, so no changing required. After swapping the upper B/Js and outer tie rod ends, the brake parts off your 71 spindles will swap directly onto the newer dropped spindles..

10-07-2005, 12:23 PM	#1
cheyenne10 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Oregon Posts: 2,512	dropped spindle questions Who has links to good posts on dropped spindles. Brand comments, fit comments, turning radius issues, etc. Without search its tough. __________________ Bob

10-07-2005, 05:23 PM	#2
wannabeburbowner Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: New Philadelphia, Ohio Posts: 253	Not to hi-jack your thread, but I am also wanting to know what all I need to change to put a 73 and up spindle on my 71 C10. I got some from Summit Racings scratch and dent sale for $100....I couldn't pass them up. Do I just have to change the balljoints?? The the disc brake rotors and calipers the same?? Thanks, Travis __________________ 71 Chevy Long Bed (gettin' bagged) 84 GMC K1500 (Sold) 85 Monte Carlo SS white w/gray int. (being a dumba** and totaled it ) 85 Monte Carlo SS clone T-top (Sold) 72 Chevelle-tubbed 64 Buick Sportwagon

10-08-2005, 04:29 AM	#3
70chevc10 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Puyallup, WA Posts: 535	check the FAQ section, i know this has been asked a lot in the past Last edited by 70chevc10; 10-08-2005 at 04:42 AM.

10-08-2005, 02:43 PM	#4
cheyenne10 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Oregon Posts: 2,512	Faq I checked there and did not find the discussion I need. I was looking for content or pros and cons to ECE, Mcgaughys, CPP, or other dropped spindles. Seems like there has been some preference or differences due to standard tie rods end acceptabliity and turning radius when complete, etc. __________________ Bob

10-08-2005, 03:13 PM	#5
70short/step Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Stockton, CA Posts: 1,579	I used and highly recommend ECE dropped spindles. I used the kit on my 70 to drop and add disc brakes. They are of the highest quality and include all parts needed to do the swap, less brake fluid and grease. I couldnt be happier with their parts a and their service. Call them up and talk to them. __________________ For every person with a spark of genius, There are a hundred with ignition trouble. 70 Short/Step

10-08-2005, 05:58 PM	#6
67Fleet Outlandish Trends - FL Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Orlando Posts: 1,396	Can't go wrong with McGaughy's or ECE. I've got McGaughy's components on both my '03 and my '67 and they are quality parts. __________________ -Bret 67 short-fleet sold!

10-09-2005, 06:21 AM	#7
Tx Firefighter Watch out for your cornhole ! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Azle, Texas Posts: 14,162	I've used Western, BellTech, Ground Force, and ECE spindles in my life. Never had a problem with any of them. I prefer ECE for early trucks and BellTech for later models. ECE is top notch stuff and support people too. Call them, they usually offer them for cheaper than advertised price if you call and ask when you order. Wannabe... On your truck, the 73 and newer spindles require 73 and newer upper ball joints and outer tie rod ends. On your 71, the later model tie rod end will screw into your adjuster sleeve without any fancy adapters needed like the earlier trucks require. The upper ball joint installs directly into your control arms. The lower ball joint is the same on 71 through 87 trucks, so no changing required. After swapping the upper B/Js and outer tie rod ends, the brake parts off your 71 spindles will swap directly onto the newer dropped spindles.. __________________ I'm on the Instagram- @Gearhead_Kevin

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