lowering question

[76bonanza]

Right now my 68 is lowered with 4 inch blocks. I plan to fix this by using 4 drop coils and getting rid of the blocks.

My question is do I need an adjustable panhard bar or shock relocators with 4inch drop coils?

thanks

[tcb-1]

for a 4" drop it's not a necessity, but...... you should probably pull the trigger on an adjustable bar. it does make a difference.

go with the ECE Super Trac Bar. great quality and fit.

[cdowns]

you should do both the shocks perform better in a straight upright position you loose alot of thier performance the more they are inclined and it just looks better with an adjustable panhard having your rear centered in the chassis

[76bonanza]

next question ECE or CPP?

[c10crazy]

If you go with the new shock relocators, let us know how you remove the factory rivets! Some say it's easy and some say it's a P.I.T.A!

[dave2953]

My vote is for ECE. I have several of their suspension components on my truck, including and adjustable panhard bar and rear springs. Their customer service is also FANTASTIC!!

[chevguy7]

ECE is great and as far as the rivets for the shock mounts... I took my bed off to get them otherwise they would have been a PITA. ECE does have great customer service!

[tcb-1]

ECE, hands down.

[72highlander]

i took my bed off and they were still a PITA

[rayny1014]

i use cpp. all my suspension components and brake components are from them. i have no complaints. everything is high quality with a perfect ride and fit.

[70 net440]

I went with ECE on the Wife's '63. Good stuff and great service. I used a cutoff wheel to remove the rivits. A good sharp air chisle would probobly work also.

[tcb-1]

quickest way I have found to remove the rivets is to grind the head off, then drill out with 3 incrementally larger bits.

a pita, but easier that banging the crap out of your hands with a cold chisel

[Mondo]

save a few bucks in the long run and get ECE's kit, with bar, shock relocator, and lowered shocks.

I use them because the quality is good and I've actually gotten parts in as little as 2 days (Bakersfield is not that far from Fresno).

[scrapmetalart]

the torch is your friend when doing this kinda work. makes quick work of the rivits.

[chevguy7]

Originally Posted by tcb-1

quickest way I have found to remove the rivets is to grind the head off, then drill out with 3 incrementally larger bits.

a pita, but easier that banging the crap out of your hands with a cold chisel

I grinded the head of them off too. Been there done that with the cold chisel/hammer hitting my hand.

[ChevLoRay]

ECE stuff is what's on my truck. They get my vote, too.

[70cst]

ECE JMHO

[76bonanza]

Yes I was think the kit from ece I would like to go with 5 inch kit but then I think my back will be lower then my front my back sits at 30 inches to wheel arches now

[Woobie]

I dropped mine 3 1/2 front and 5 rear. Used all ECE components. I ground the rivet heads off with a grinder, popped out what was left with a punch. Wasn't too bad. Excellent parts and customer service beyond reproach in my dealings with them. JMO!

Paul

[steelhorse]

I remove rivets all the time.I use an air hammer with chisel bit.Takes about 10 seconds apeice.If you dont have an air hammer the cutoff wheel is next.

[Classic Bowties]

Originally Posted by c10crazy

If you go with the new shock relocators, let us know how you remove the factory rivets! Some say it's easy and some say it's a P.I.T.A!

Currently working on same type project, I like using an air chisel on them factory rivets, if a good quality unit is on hand, it should only take 15-20 seconds to knock the head clean off each rivet then just drive'em out.

I would stick with ece, especially if it's gonna be an order/pay by phone and ship deal! ! !

[dan42]

I used the stock panhard on my 4" drop, but I relocated the shocks.

[ANTHONY 67]

got mine from ece 4 / 6 like it alot