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MONTEZ · 09-11-2010, 10:32 AM

OK, I know a few people won't understand my reasoning here, but I want a new cross member to work like the stock one. I figure with as much changing that I am doing to the frame it would look way better with something like the drop member, but I don't want to lay frame. I don't want to remove my inner fenders or cut my bed either. Does any on offer an aftermarket cross member like this?

MONTEZ · 09-11-2010, 10:52 AM

Here is one that I found, but have no idea if it would work since it's for a 4x4 application. Its made by off road design.

edflores · 09-11-2010, 11:40 AM

The dropmember can be "static". Which means you can have a preset height by leaving your bags at one pressure. You can always upgrade later.

**N2TRUX** · 09-11-2010, 12:05 PM

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Originally Posted by MONTEZ

Here is one that I found, but have no idea if it would work since it's for a 4x4 application. Its made by off road design.

I can tell you for sure that won't work. The stock crossmember is what holds your A-arms in place.

MONTEZ · 09-11-2010, 12:18 PM

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Originally Posted by N2TRUX

I can tell you for sure that won't work. The stock crossmember is what holds your A-arms in place.

I forget that he older trucks had straight axles. None the less you get my idea.... I just want something that looks better and isn't as bulky as the stock member.
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**N2TRUX** · 09-11-2010, 12:22 PM

What year truck?

MONTEZ · 09-11-2010, 12:33 PM

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What year truck?

85. Just talked to Nathan porter to see if he would be interested in making one and he said they have one in the works already he said they should have pics out in the next few weeks.
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**N2TRUX** · 09-11-2010, 01:55 PM

There ya go.

roofingbloke · 09-16-2010, 07:49 AM

Try looking at this. www.captkaoscustoms.com/chopcrosscruising

Or look at one of my previous posts, in suspension date 9/4/2010

rustsev · 09-16-2010, 05:50 PM

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Originally Posted by edflores

The dropmember can be "static". Which means you can have a preset height by leaving your bags at one pressure. You can always upgrade later.

am I right in thinking that the drop member raises the engine in the frame? meaning the driveline angles are going to change. this seems to me like it would be a bit of a pain if you're just trying to clean up the look and not lay frame.

I ask cause I'm thinking of doing the same thing. cant wait to see what nate is working on.

PBFAB.COM · 09-16-2010, 06:20 PM

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Originally Posted by rustsev

am I right in thinking that the drop member raises the engine in the frame? meaning the driveline angles are going to change. this seems to me like it would be a bit of a pain if you're just trying to clean up the look and not lay frame.

I ask cause I'm thinking of doing the same thing. cant wait to see what nate is working on.

The new version will not raise the drive-train.

06raptor700 · 09-16-2010, 09:43 PM

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Originally Posted by porterbuilt

The new version will not raise the drive-train.

Is it available yet?

**N2TRUX** · 09-16-2010, 10:15 PM

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Originally Posted by 06raptor700

Is it available yet?

it will be available....in two weeks...

PBFAB.COM · 09-16-2010, 10:31 PM

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Originally Posted by N2TRUX

it will be available....in two weeks...

Why does everybody keep saying that? LOL

texastrendz · 09-16-2010, 11:05 PM

will it still raise the suspension points without moving the drivetrain? that would be a work of genius!

PBFAB.COM · 09-17-2010, 02:36 AM

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Originally Posted by texastrendz

will it still raise the suspension points without moving the drivetrain? that would be a work of genius!

It will raise up one inch from factory... and will not lay the frame, as that is not the intent for this one.

texastrendz · 09-17-2010, 08:49 AM

man you are going to have something for everyone, soon enough we will have to change the name to pb-10, instead of c-10. great work once again.

basemodel67 · 09-18-2010, 12:20 AM

Please make it so R&P is NOT required! Any chance it will improve front geometry?

SBTork · 09-18-2010, 09:13 AM

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Originally Posted by porterbuilt

It will raise up one inch from factory... and will not lay the frame, as that is not the intent for this one.

Is this the new one that's more geared towards the "pro-touring" style? If you can't give out details yet, I understand, I can wait if I have to.

MONTEZ · 09-18-2010, 05:04 PM

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Originally Posted by basemodel67

Please make it so R&P is NOT required! Any chance it will improve front geometry?

If I remember correctly, he told me on the phone that it will use rack and pinion.

OARNGESI · 09-18-2010, 06:01 PM

I think scotts hotrods or something like that they offer an ifs kit with coilovers

basemodel67 · 09-18-2010, 06:06 PM

So, how long till you can buy a complete PB chassis?

..........actually I'm not kidding - Why not, Nate?

OARNGESI · 09-18-2010, 06:09 PM

HERE IT IS ON SALE TOO http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=418355

BIG KRIS · 09-22-2010, 02:40 AM

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Originally Posted by porterbuilt

It will raise up one inch from factory... and will not lay the frame, as that is not the intent for this one.

Nathan will the new one still give you crazy ground clearence and still turn lock to lock real low?

09-11-2010, 10:32 AM	#1
MONTEZ Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: Nacogdoches,Texas Posts: 330	Non Drop Memeber ????? OK, I know a few people won't understand my reasoning here, but I want a new cross member to work like the stock one. I figure with as much changing that I am doing to the frame it would look way better with something like the drop member, but I don't want to lay frame. I don't want to remove my inner fenders or cut my bed either. Does any on offer an aftermarket cross member like this? __________________ Smoke Tires, not Drugs

09-11-2010, 10:52 AM	#2
MONTEZ Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: Nacogdoches,Texas Posts: 330	Re: Non Drop Memeber ????? Here is one that I found, but have no idea if it would work since it's for a 4x4 application. Its made by off road design. Attached Images __________________ Smoke Tires, not Drugs

09-11-2010, 11:40 AM	#3
edflores Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Riverside CA Posts: 860	Re: Non Drop Memeber ????? The dropmember can be "static". Which means you can have a preset height by leaving your bags at one pressure. You can always upgrade later.

09-11-2010, 12:22 PM	#6
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	Re: Non Drop Memeber ????? What year truck? __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

09-11-2010, 01:55 PM	#8
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	Re: Non Drop Memeber ????? There ya go. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

09-16-2010, 07:49 AM	#9
roofingbloke Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: swindon, england Posts: 290	Re: Non Drop Memeber ????? Try looking at this. www.captkaoscustoms.com/chopcrosscruising Or look at one of my previous posts, in suspension date 9/4/2010

09-16-2010, 11:05 PM	#15
texastrendz Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: HOUSTON TX Posts: 1,161	Re: Non Drop Memeber ????? will it still raise the suspension points without moving the drivetrain? that would be a work of genius!

09-17-2010, 08:49 AM	#17
texastrendz Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: HOUSTON TX Posts: 1,161	Re: Non Drop Memeber ????? man you are going to have something for everyone, soon enough we will have to change the name to pb-10, instead of c-10. great work once again.

09-18-2010, 12:20 AM	#18
basemodel67 Factory Strippers Rule! Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Shingle Springs, CA Posts: 707	Re: Non Drop Memeber ????? Please make it so R&P is NOT required! Any chance it will improve front geometry? __________________ "Feast your eyes on a feast of smoke." 67 Chevy Short Fleet PLAN: LQ9, 4L60, D60 Looking for School Bus Gauges - Help me out!

09-18-2010, 06:01 PM	#21
OARNGESI Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: CASA GRANDE AZ Posts: 4,276	Re: Non Drop Memeber ????? I think scotts hotrods or something like that they offer an ifs kit with coilovers __________________ 70 SWB STEPSIDE 70 BLAZER 09 challenger

09-18-2010, 06:06 PM	#22
basemodel67 Factory Strippers Rule! Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Shingle Springs, CA Posts: 707	Re: Non Drop Memeber ????? So, how long till you can buy a complete PB chassis? ..........actually I'm not kidding - Why not, Nate? __________________ "Feast your eyes on a feast of smoke." 67 Chevy Short Fleet PLAN: LQ9, 4L60, D60 Looking for School Bus Gauges - Help me out!

09-18-2010, 06:09 PM	#23
OARNGESI Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: CASA GRANDE AZ Posts: 4,276	Re: Non Drop Memeber ????? HERE IT IS ON SALE TOO http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=418355 __________________ 70 SWB STEPSIDE 70 BLAZER 09 challenger



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