Ground Zero Chassis Build SWB - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Dbrasco · 01-12-2009, 09:57 PM

Hey, i'm building a 71 Cheyenne 10 from the gound up. I'm starting on the frame now. I have questions on what suspension would be the best. I'm going to be runnnig the ls2/4l60, rear end not sure yet. I'm wanting to lower the truck. I want a suspension that will handle good and be a smooth ride. I have had lowered trucks before and they were not that good of a ride. I am building this truck for performance. I want a suspension that is going to hold up. I want to here from someone who has used air ride and someone who has used control arms, springs and spindles. Thanks for all the feedback.

**LockDoc** · 01-13-2009, 01:06 PM

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I can't help you much with the questions but I do know that the amount of air in the bags makes a world of difference in the ride. A friend of mine put bags on his El Camino and he hated them because of the ride. I ended up buying the whole 4 corner setup from him for $600. I called AirRide Tech and they said the only problem was that he was running too much air in them.

I haven't used them on anything yet but I plan to pretty soon.

LockDoc

PanelDeland · 01-13-2009, 06:09 PM

IMHO the reason for air bags is to be able to "tune" the ride/handling.Usually a well handling vehicle will have a stiffer ride since the firmness helps to keep the tires planted.A softer suspension usually gives a smoother ride so for the best of both worlds an airbag system seems like a winner.The other variables will be sway bars and tires,weight distribution and overall weight.
There are lots of books and info on making a car/truck handle but most suggest stiffer springs.That would make for a harsher ride.I would research airbag systems for multi use vehicles and see what I could learn.

**70cst** · 01-13-2009, 06:19 PM

Hey Dbrasco ...I see this is your 5th post and you are a brand new BLUE member to our internet family. Soooooo I say to the best dag gone site about these trucks on the internet. You will find tons of help and don't forget the key to keeping us happy are... PICS. Let the party begin...

Dbrasco · 01-13-2009, 06:30 PM

Thanks for all the information so far. I really appreciate it. I will try and post some pictures. Dbrasco

Mondo · 01-13-2009, 07:04 PM

If I had the $$$ I'd go with a porterbuilt drop member... especially if your at the bare frame stage. Mainly because it comes with rack and pinion steering. I think you can do static or air bags (airbags standard set up).

Airbags need to be correctly sized so you get the right pressure at the right ride height.

http://porterbuiltstreetrods.com/products.php

01-12-2009, 09:57 PM	#1
Dbrasco Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Murphy, Texas Posts: 55	Ground Zero Chassis Build SWB Hey, i'm building a 71 Cheyenne 10 from the gound up. I'm starting on the frame now. I have questions on what suspension would be the best. I'm going to be runnnig the ls2/4l60, rear end not sure yet. I'm wanting to lower the truck. I want a suspension that will handle good and be a smooth ride. I have had lowered trucks before and they were not that good of a ride. I am building this truck for performance. I want a suspension that is going to hold up. I want to here from someone who has used air ride and someone who has used control arms, springs and spindles. Thanks for all the feedback.

01-13-2009, 01:06 PM	#2
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,772	Re: Ground Zero Chassis Build SWB - I can't help you much with the questions but I do know that the amount of air in the bags makes a world of difference in the ride. A friend of mine put bags on his El Camino and he hated them because of the ride. I ended up buying the whole 4 corner setup from him for $600. I called AirRide Tech and they said the only problem was that he was running too much air in them. I haven't used them on anything yet but I plan to pretty soon. LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

01-13-2009, 06:09 PM	#3
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,992	Re: Ground Zero Chassis Build SWB IMHO the reason for air bags is to be able to "tune" the ride/handling.Usually a well handling vehicle will have a stiffer ride since the firmness helps to keep the tires planted.A softer suspension usually gives a smoother ride so for the best of both worlds an airbag system seems like a winner.The other variables will be sway bars and tires,weight distribution and overall weight. There are lots of books and info on making a car/truck handle but most suggest stiffer springs.That would make for a harsher ride.I would research airbag systems for multi use vehicles and see what I could learn. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

01-13-2009, 06:19 PM	#4
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,373	Re: Ground Zero Chassis Build SWB Hey Dbrasco ...I see this is your 5th post and you are a brand new BLUE member to our internet family. Soooooo I say to the best dag gone site about these trucks on the internet. You will find tons of help and don't forget the key to keeping us happy are... PICS. Let the party begin... __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder! Last edited by 70cst; 01-13-2009 at 06:19 PM.

01-13-2009, 06:30 PM	#5
Dbrasco Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Murphy, Texas Posts: 55	Re: Ground Zero Chassis Build SWB Thanks for all the information so far. I really appreciate it. I will try and post some pictures. Dbrasco

01-13-2009, 07:04 PM	#6
Mondo Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Bakersfield, Ca Posts: 538	Re: Ground Zero Chassis Build SWB If I had the $$$ I'd go with a porterbuilt drop member... especially if your at the bare frame stage. Mainly because it comes with rack and pinion steering. I think you can do static or air bags (airbags standard set up). Airbags need to be correctly sized so you get the right pressure at the right ride height. http://porterbuiltstreetrods.com/products.php Last edited by Mondo; 01-13-2009 at 07:05 PM.

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