Porterbuilt 4 link, does anyone have pics of 1?

[Rigo's 70 C10]

Does anyone have pics of a Porterbuilt 4 link system? I am thinking about getting a narrowed rear end for my 70 and a Porterbuilt notch in the rear. I think the only way to do that is to run a 4 link system. My truck is on leaf springs right now and its driving me ape S*&t. Everything is geared for the trailing arm set up! Also, is it possible to run 22s all around and lay frame? I guess what i should ask is how tall of a tire can i run in order to lay frame?

[Twistedsteel]

Yeah you can lay frame on 22's with I think a 29" tall tire. Are you talkin about the Porterbuilt rear Dropmember? I don't know alot about it yet but it is geared for coil sprung trucks I believe. However it can be used on your truck with modifications to the reareand I believe. Unless maybe Nate came up with something for leaf sprung trucks I dunno. I am curious because my GMC is also leaf sprung. Someone else can chime in with more knowledge.

Albie

[Rigo's 70 C10]

No, nate mentioned that he has a four link set up. I looked on his website and found nothing. I knowhe answers all questions, but i really hate to bug the guy. I wish there were more info on his website to avoid bugginghim.

[PBFAB.COM]

Originally Posted by Rigo's 70 C10

No, nate mentioned that he has a four link set up. I looked on his website and found nothing. I knowhe answers all questions, but i really hate to bug the guy. I wish there were more info on his website to avoid bugginghim.

Bug away!

This may not make a lot of sense to some, but my website is vague for a reason. I make sure I talk to everybody who buys any of my products BEFORE they purchase them. I make sure I inform them on all aspects of the product. I do my best to educate them as well as I can, and that way I can help eliminate any time wasted down the road!

Here's a thread with one of my rear Dropmember kits (go to page 2 for the four-link pics):

http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=314923

[PBFAB.COM]

Originally Posted by Rigo's 70 C10

Does anyone have pics of a Porterbuilt 4 link system? I am thinking about getting a narrowed rear end for my 70 and a Porterbuilt notch in the rear. I think the only way to do that is to run a 4 link system. My truck is on leaf springs right now and its driving me ape S*&t. Everything is geared for the trailing arm set up! Also, is it possible to run 22s all around and lay frame? I guess what i should ask is how tall of a tire can i run in order to lay frame?

You can lay frame with 22s all the way around. Stay at 29.5" dimater or less up front, and around 30" diameter in the rear.

The rear Dropmember and four-link kit will bolt-in to your frame. The front four-link mounts will go in the existing holes where the front spring hanger is. You will need to weld a new leaf-spring perch to your axle (it comes in the kit, and the rear four-link bracket attaches around it).

[Rigo's 70 C10]

Nate, how much can I narrow the rear end? I am looking for something like this. Maybe not as wide, but I do want the rear tires wider. Also, what are the prices for the 4 link and rear drop member? I PMed you on the front drop member. This is my dream truck so I am going to take my time and do it right the first time around. My truck has been sitting in my garage for over a year and I am going to finally get started on it. Nate you are an artist and an innovator when it comes to our 67-72 trucks.

[smashingchuck]

Those tires are really wide! I have similar mounts on my truck (as far as the amount of space it takes up) and have a 295 no problem.

[jasonb72]

I have the rear dropmember(not yet installed) and Nate and talked before I ordered it. I have 20x10 wheels with a 4" BS, and will probably narrow my rear a couple of inches, and will be fine. Those wheels are ~least 15" wide. I am not speaking for Nate, but I am not sure that wide a wheel will work, but we will see what Nate says.

Originally Posted by Rigo's 70 C10

Nate, how much can I narrow the rear end? I am looking for something like this. Maybe not as wide, but I do want the rear tires wider. Also, what are the prices for the 4 link and rear drop member? I PMed you on the front drop member. This is my dream truck so I am going to take my time and do it right the first time around. My truck has been sitting in my garage for over a year and I am going to finally get started on it. Nate you are an artist and an innovator when it comes to our 67-72 trucks.

[RunninLo]

here's a straight on shot with stock wheels and tires for referance. More pics including Front and Rear DM installs at my build page for my 72 burb, link in sig
Josh

[Rigo's 70 C10]

Wow, now that's layin frame! That looks awesome runnin lo.

[abadsvt]

Originally Posted by jasonb72

I have the rear dropmember(not yet installed) and Nate and talked before I ordered it. I have 20x10 wheels with a 4" BS, and will probably narrow my rear a couple of inches, and will be fine. Those wheels are ~least 15" wide. I am not speaking for Nate, but I am not sure that wide a wheel will work, but we will see what Nate says.

You will only have to narrow the rear end only about 1" total. Might be safe and go 1.5". That is if you have a pre70 rear end. I have a 67 rear end with 20x10 with 4.5" backspace and i clear with about 1/2-5/8" per side. Just thought i would share that info.

Josh

[SCOTI]

Originally Posted by jasonb72

I have the rear dropmember(not yet installed) and Nate and talked before I ordered it. I have 20x10 wheels with a 4" BS, and will probably narrow my rear a couple of inches, and will be fine. Those wheels are ~least 15" wide. I am not speaking for Nate, but I am not sure that wide a wheel will work, but we will see what Nate says.

I was also going to use a rear Dropmember (I even gave up my frame I think for him to use as 'the' jig). The key word is was..... I can't use the 12" wide wheels in my plans. After taking measurements on n2billets truck w/the rear DM installed, 10" wheels w/about 5.5"BS is about the most you can go before the upper bag mount comes real close to contacting the wheel (verified w/20x10" Coys w/5.5"bs & the 'shorter' 68 rear housing).

[Rigo's 70 C10]

how wide are our rear ends? Does anyone know?

[jasonb72]

I apprecaite that Josh. I have a 72, but I am havinga custom 9" built. I will also be tubbing my inner bed sides since I want the tires to hug the lip as much as possible. I am not a big fan of looking at the truck from the rear and not seeing wheels or tires.

Thanks again for sharing the info

Originally Posted by abadsvt

You will only have to narrow the rear end only about 1" total. Might be safe and go 1.5". That is if you have a pre70 rear end. I have a 67 rear end with 20x10 with 4.5" backspace and i clear with about 1/2-5/8" per side. Just thought i would share that info.

Josh

[jasonb72]

Good to know as well, I might have an issue.......I already have the cutom wheels for the rear......

Originally Posted by SCOTI

I was also going to use a rear Dropmember (I even gave up my frame I think for him to use as 'the' jig). The key word is was..... I can't use the 12" wide wheels in my plans. After taking measurements on n2billets truck w/the rear DM installed, 10" wheels w/about 5.5"BS is about the most you can go before the upper bag mount comes real close to contacting the wheel (verified w/20x10" Coys w/5.5"bs & the 'shorter' 68 rear housing).