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01-24-2010, 02:55 PM
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Drop Spindle
I am doing a 2.5/4 inch drop on my 71 GMC and need info on drop spindles. Want to use existing brakes, ball joints, tie rods, so:
-Who makes spindles for this criteria? -Which are the best bang for the buck? -Are there any other things to keep in mind? Any insights appreciated. |
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01-24-2010, 03:24 PM
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Re: Drop Spindle
early classic enterprizes does
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01-24-2010, 03:38 PM
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Re: Drop Spindle
I'd like to do the same for my 72
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01-24-2010, 03:48 PM
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Re: Drop Spindle
pretty much any 71-72 drop spindle will be a direct swap with your stock spindle. I think I paid $225 for mine for my suburban a few years back. I found out about the company through a Local Classic car swap meet.
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01-24-2010, 05:09 PM
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Re: Drop Spindle
ECE's suspension components are second to none. www.earlyclassic.com
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01-24-2010, 05:48 PM
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Re: Drop Spindle
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01-24-2010, 06:11 PM
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I agree 100%.........My trucks suspension all came from ECE.... 
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01-24-2010, 06:15 PM
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Re: Drop Spindle
I bought my dropped spindles from CPP. They are specific for 71-72 (meaning you keep the factory ball joints/tie rod ends). They are made by Western suspension (USA made) and went in flawlessly. Zero complaints.
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01-24-2010, 06:17 PM
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Re: Drop Spindle
Early Classics
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01-24-2010, 07:09 PM
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01-25-2010, 09:36 AM
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Re: Drop Spindle
thanks guys. I can't believe they get between $50-60 for shipping. I know these are heavy. Just a cost of doing business I guess.
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01-25-2010, 11:01 AM
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One day.....
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Re: Drop Spindle
I used Mcgaughys on mine. No complaints.
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01-25-2010, 02:02 PM
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The 50.00 or 60.00 shipping charge sounds pretty standard. You need to remember that they are shipping over 50lbs clear across the country to you.
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