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bamabaxter · 06-19-2008, 11:10 AM

I have 2" coils on the front and 2" coils on the rear with about a 1 and a 1/2 shim also. I of course want to go lower. I think that the safest thing is to use drop spindles on the front and 5" coils in the rear. Does anyone know of a good company to get spindles. I have found plenty but what I want is just a 2" drop and not 2.5". I want it low but not too low. I found a set from performance suspension. Any recommendations? I shouldn't need a C notch should I?

**lolife99** · 06-19-2008, 11:21 AM

Spindles will be 2.5". Check with Belltech, McGaughy's, or ECE. You'll never notice that 1/2 inch. No C-notch needed. But you can always install one later,... in case you haul some heavy loads in the future.

bamabaxter · 06-19-2008, 11:35 AM

i wasn't too sure if that .5" was a big deal. with 4.5 and 6 in the rear totla that should still be pretty level right? I know cpp has a bad @$$ trac bar what is the opinion on that thing. I have an adjustable one already. Should i need to relocate the shocks or anything?

myoldchevytruck · 06-19-2008, 11:36 AM

I'm gonna go with Belltech 2.5" drop spindles. I currently have 3" drop springs in the front. I may have change those after the new spindles - depending on the ride. I have no inner wheel wells, so there's allot of clearance. In the back, I have 6" drop coils a Super Track Bar from ECE and NO C-notch. Next step would be to bag it, then we'll go with a C-notch.

**lolife99** · 06-19-2008, 12:39 PM

I like the stuff from ECE. You'll need the Super Track Bar, shock relocators, and drop shocks for the rear. ECE will fix you up.

**leddzepp** · 06-19-2008, 02:19 PM

Just make sure you get spindles from an American manufacturer, such as Western, ECE, McGaughys...

72BlckButy · 06-19-2008, 02:43 PM

I agree with the rest of the posts, ECE (Early Classic Enterprises) makes great products, and stands by them.

pocketpool · 06-19-2008, 02:50 PM

i agree, ECE is awesome. just spent about $700 with them and all the stuff looks great.

72BlckButy · 06-19-2008, 03:00 PM

pocketpool... any pics? What all did you purchase?

pocketpool · 06-20-2008, 10:43 AM

i have some pics on my camera, i'll post up later. i bought, drop spindles,
tranny member, drop crossmember,
super track bar. i'm doing a 68 swb on
bags. its currently down to the frame,
and the frame is at the sandblasters. trying my hand at bodywork on the cab. rockers and cab corners and some floor replacement.

72BlckButy · 06-20-2008, 02:39 PM

Can't wait to see those pics, and good luck on the build!

Sounds like you need to start your own build thread....

pocketpool · 06-20-2008, 03:53 PM

yeah i guess i need to. all my pics are on my home computer and it
didn't want to load pics when i tried
before. sounds like a project to do
on company time!

Jayman931 · 06-20-2008, 05:58 PM

I will be buying a Drop Spindle/Disk brake kit very soon....I have looked at ECE and GMCpauls...both "claim" to have complete kits...yet ECE's kit is several hundred dollars more...I can't bring myself to buy it from them no matter how good the customer service is for several hundred dollars more. GMCpauls has good customer service in my dealings with them...

Anthony Fremont · 06-20-2008, 06:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jayman931

I will be buying a Drop Spindle/Disk brake kit very soon....I have looked at ECE and GMCpauls...both "claim" to have complete kits...yet ECE's kit is several hundred dollars more...I can't bring myself to buy it from them no matter how good the customer service is for several hundred dollars more. GMCpauls has good customer service in my dealings with them...

Does the one from GMCPauls come with everything that the ECE does? Cuz it sure looks like ECE hooks you up pretty good on a disc brake conversion by supplying everything including pads, banjo bolts, lines, hoses etc... Filling in the missing pieces on a job like this can add up to serious bucks real quick.

**N2TRUX** · 06-20-2008, 07:02 PM

DJM 3"....

randomhero472 · 06-21-2008, 09:34 PM

anyone have opinions on CPP spindles... they're the cheapest "known" brand name spindle i've found, but i know cheapest isnt always better

72BlckButy · 06-21-2008, 11:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Anthony Fremont

Does the one from GMCPauls come with everything that the ECE does? Cuz it sure looks like ECE hooks you up pretty good on a disc brake conversion by supplying everything including pads, banjo bolts, lines, hoses etc... Filling in the missing pieces on a job like this can add up to serious bucks real quick.

I'm curious about this.... has anyone ever had experiences with this?

Quote:

Originally Posted by randomhero472

anyone have opinions on CPP spindles... they're the cheapest "known" brand name spindle i've found, but i know cheapest isnt always better

I know that some people have had issues when receiving their part, and customer satisfaction. I've never had any experiences with them, but check out the review part of the board, and I think you'll find plenty of information to answer your question.

70c10 · 06-22-2008, 01:16 AM

My kit was complete from GMCPauls except I had to buy a MC and prop valve locally. I love it!

06-19-2008, 11:10 AM	#1
bamabaxter Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Clinton, MS Posts: 545	Dropped Spindles I have 2" coils on the front and 2" coils on the rear with about a 1 and a 1/2 shim also. I of course want to go lower. I think that the safest thing is to use drop spindles on the front and 5" coils in the rear. Does anyone know of a good company to get spindles. I have found plenty but what I want is just a 2" drop and not 2.5". I want it low but not too low. I found a set from performance suspension. Any recommendations? I shouldn't need a C notch should I? __________________ '72 Chevy C10 383, 700r4, 3.73's A little rust never hurt anyone. I consider it weight reduction.

06-19-2008, 11:21 AM	#2
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,690	Re: Dropped Spindles Spindles will be 2.5". Check with Belltech, McGaughy's, or ECE. You'll never notice that 1/2 inch. No C-notch needed. But you can always install one later,... in case you haul some heavy loads in the future. __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823 Last edited by lolife99; 06-19-2008 at 11:22 AM.

06-19-2008, 11:35 AM	#3
bamabaxter Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Clinton, MS Posts: 545	Re: Dropped Spindles i wasn't too sure if that .5" was a big deal. with 4.5 and 6 in the rear totla that should still be pretty level right? I know cpp has a bad @$$ trac bar what is the opinion on that thing. I have an adjustable one already. Should i need to relocate the shocks or anything? __________________ '72 Chevy C10 383, 700r4, 3.73's A little rust never hurt anyone. I consider it weight reduction.

06-19-2008, 11:36 AM	#4
myoldchevytruck Retired Air Force Veteran Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Pembroke Pines, Florida 33024 Posts: 1,808	Re: Dropped Spindles I'm gonna go with Belltech 2.5" drop spindles. I currently have 3" drop springs in the front. I may have change those after the new spindles - depending on the ride. I have no inner wheel wells, so there's allot of clearance. In the back, I have 6" drop coils a Super Track Bar from ECE and NO C-notch. Next step would be to bag it, then we'll go with a C-notch. __________________ Harry 69' SWB Step Side 1/2 Ton w/68' Front Clip Swap from Leafs to Trailing Arms (Complete) Swap 6 Lug to 5 Lug (w/ Disk Brakes in Front) 3/6 Drop Help Support The Board Click Here For Information On How To Subscribe Krue's FAQ Page Vendors

06-19-2008, 12:39 PM	#5
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,690	Re: Dropped Spindles I like the stuff from ECE. You'll need the Super Track Bar, shock relocators, and drop shocks for the rear. ECE will fix you up. __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

06-19-2008, 02:19 PM	#6
leddzepp Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Southern Cal Posts: 19,995	Re: Dropped Spindles Just make sure you get spindles from an American manufacturer, such as Western, ECE, McGaughys...

06-19-2008, 02:43 PM	#7
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Dropped Spindles I agree with the rest of the posts, ECE (Early Classic Enterprises) makes great products, and stands by them. __________________ -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)

06-19-2008, 02:50 PM	#8
pocketpool Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: ozark mo. Posts: 586	Re: Dropped Spindles i agree, ECE is awesome. just spent about $700 with them and all the stuff looks great.

06-19-2008, 03:00 PM	#9
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Dropped Spindles pocketpool... any pics? What all did you purchase? __________________ -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)

06-20-2008, 10:43 AM	#10
pocketpool Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: ozark mo. Posts: 586	Re: Dropped Spindles i have some pics on my camera, i'll post up later. i bought, drop spindles, tranny member, drop crossmember, super track bar. i'm doing a 68 swb on bags. its currently down to the frame, and the frame is at the sandblasters. trying my hand at bodywork on the cab. rockers and cab corners and some floor replacement.

06-20-2008, 02:39 PM	#11
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Dropped Spindles Can't wait to see those pics, and good luck on the build! Sounds like you need to start your own build thread.... __________________ -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) Last edited by 72BlckButy; 06-20-2008 at 02:40 PM.

06-20-2008, 03:53 PM	#12
pocketpool Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: ozark mo. Posts: 586	Re: Dropped Spindles yeah i guess i need to. all my pics are on my home computer and it didn't want to load pics when i tried before. sounds like a project to do on company time!

06-20-2008, 05:58 PM	#13
Jayman931 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Hattiesburg, MS Posts: 137	Re: Dropped Spindles I will be buying a Drop Spindle/Disk brake kit very soon....I have looked at ECE and GMCpauls...both "claim" to have complete kits...yet ECE's kit is several hundred dollars more...I can't bring myself to buy it from them no matter how good the customer service is for several hundred dollars more. GMCpauls has good customer service in my dealings with them... __________________ The stupidty of your actions is directly proportionate to the number of people watching you...

06-20-2008, 07:02 PM	#15
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	Re: Dropped Spindles DJM 3".... __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

06-21-2008, 09:34 PM	#16
randomhero472 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: oklahoma Posts: 516	Re: Dropped Spindles anyone have opinions on CPP spindles... they're the cheapest "known" brand name spindle i've found, but i know cheapest isnt always better __________________ 67' in the "build" process.. soon to be bagged, big wheels ect, finally got it back home!!



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06-22-2008, 01:16 AM	#18
70c10 67-72 Addict! Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: The TAX State! Posts: 7,857	Re: Dropped Spindles My kit was complete from GMCPauls except I had to buy a MC and prop valve locally. I love it! __________________ Jim 1970 C/10 Fleetside w/Ghost Flames Lowered 4.5" front and 4" rear (Raked) 355/350 Turbo w/shift kit 10" Redneck Performance Verter w/2500 stall Hooker Super Comps part#2808-1 Performer RPM Air-Gap 12 Bolt w/3:73 gears- Eaton Posi Comp Cams XE262 with 1.6 Crane Energizers, Road Demon 625 and Brodix IK 180 heads

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