What are the PROS and CONS of a Dropmember? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**N2TRUX** · 04-14-2009, 11:41 PM

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Originally Posted by p8ntballer1911

I would say the only downside is the price!

Compared to what? Compared to doing nothing, yes the price is a negative. If you compare it to Z'ing, or a sectioned crossmember then it's not quite as bad.

Rokcrln · 04-15-2009, 06:59 AM

Yes you will be able to ride lower at a higher psi + better ride. Also the geometry is better at lower heights then the stock set up resulting in better handling as well. With the DM and drop spindles (looks like you have those now) it will lay your frame on the ground depending on your rear set up. All this means is you have more travel then before and this is were the extra psi at the lower height comes into play. The narrower track width will help with turning when you are lower avoiding as much fender issues. I have a truck in my shop right now getting one installed because he always rides very low but now it will ride nice that low and not like a big marsh mellow

Yep no cons that I have found.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

p8ntballer1911 · 04-15-2009, 08:09 AM

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Originally Posted by N2TRUX

Compared to what? Compared to doing nothing, yes the price is a negative. If you compare it to Z'ing, or a sectioned crossmember then it's not quite as bad.

Im just saying the total price is a little pricey with everything you need! I love the design and wish I could afford one!

chevyrestoguy · 04-15-2009, 11:48 AM

If you add up everything you would need (parts, fab costs, etc) to gain the same ground clearance and performance that a Dropmember provides, you'll find that the price of a Dropmember is actually a bargain considering how nice of a piece of work it is. Guys that Z their frames always go through a point in the process where they wished that they hadn't tackled the job. It's alot more work than it appears, and everything that touches, hangs on, or bolts to the front end always winds up needing to be modified to make it all work.

I can't tell you how many times I went down a certain path to save money, only to wind up spending almost the same amount and gaining a ton of headaches in the process.

fixit-p · 04-15-2009, 12:33 PM

Con= I don't have one.

Pro= Some day I will.

c10addict · 04-15-2009, 02:03 PM

I have over 4000 miles on my dropmember... I love it!!! Wouldn't trade it... I z'd my 67 project just because I have two projects going right now and don't have the extra scratch.. I haven't got it on the road yet to compare the two...

Custom 68 · 04-15-2009, 02:07 PM

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Originally Posted by c10addict

I have over 4000 miles on my dropmember... I love it!!! Wouldn't trade it... I z'd my 67 project just because I have two projects going right now and don't have the extra scratch.. I haven't got it on the road yet to compare the two...

What is it you like? does it handle better, just for the looks or ride. I too would like one...
Dave

c10addict · 04-15-2009, 02:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Custom 68

What is it you like? does it handle better, just for the looks or ride. I too would like one...
Dave

Yes, Yes, and Yes... Seriously... It rides, handles, pushes the motor up so you dont have to worry about ripping the oil pan off and just works... I run my truck LOW and have no issues... I will say it can take a shot too because I am always smashing something on the road...

edflores · 04-15-2009, 11:45 AM

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Originally Posted by N2TRUX

Compared to what? Compared to doing nothing, yes the price is a negative. If you compare it to Z'ing, or a sectioned crossmember then it's not quite as bad.

i believe thats the only price comparison, to nothing.
other than that, it has all others beat on price.

the only other con i see is putting ford products on a chevy. im already getting heat for that. lol.

04-15-2009, 06:59 AM	#2
Rokcrln Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Winters Ca. 95694 Posts: 4,843	Re: What are the PROS and CONS of a Dropmember? Yes you will be able to ride lower at a higher psi + better ride. Also the geometry is better at lower heights then the stock set up resulting in better handling as well. With the DM and drop spindles (looks like you have those now) it will lay your frame on the ground depending on your rear set up. All this means is you have more travel then before and this is were the extra psi at the lower height comes into play. The narrower track width will help with turning when you are lower avoiding as much fender issues. I have a truck in my shop right now getting one installed because he always rides very low but now it will ride nice that low and not like a big marsh mellow Yep no cons that I have found. Kevin LFD Inc.

04-15-2009, 11:48 AM	#4
chevyrestoguy Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: apple valley, ca Posts: 2,670	Re: What are the PROS and CONS of a Dropmember? If you add up everything you would need (parts, fab costs, etc) to gain the same ground clearance and performance that a Dropmember provides, you'll find that the price of a Dropmember is actually a bargain considering how nice of a piece of work it is. Guys that Z their frames always go through a point in the process where they wished that they hadn't tackled the job. It's alot more work than it appears, and everything that touches, hangs on, or bolts to the front end always winds up needing to be modified to make it all work. I can't tell you how many times I went down a certain path to save money, only to wind up spending almost the same amount and gaining a ton of headaches in the process.

04-15-2009, 12:33 PM	#5
fixit-p Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Yay Area CA Posts: 2,329	Re: What are the PROS and CONS of a Dropmember? Con= I don't have one. Pro= Some day I will.

04-15-2009, 02:03 PM	#6
c10addict Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: pittsburgh pa Posts: 1,970	Re: What are the PROS and CONS of a Dropmember? I have over 4000 miles on my dropmember... I love it!!! Wouldn't trade it... I z'd my 67 project just because I have two projects going right now and don't have the extra scratch.. I haven't got it on the road yet to compare the two... __________________ 68 C10 Shorty TPI,Bagged, and all the good stuff. Classic trucks feature June 06, On the cover of Jegs Christmas Catalog 08 67 C10 Shorty Shop truck project Bagged and Z'd under destruction and getting nowhere fast. 64 C10 Shop Truck/Daily driver, Bagged, Dropmember, SOLD!!!! Gone but not forgotten.. 54 GMC under the knife getting a S10 chassis swap and bagged. See my build thread... 07 GMC Sierra 5/7 drop, 22's and 24's Air ride on my mind.. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=339340 See pics of my trucks in my profile



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