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thegoot · 02-11-2011, 12:18 AM

Im tryin to drop my recently purchased 72 swb fleetside as low as i can go without a cnotch. Im looking to buy a kit that has everything so a link would be great! Also am i gonna want to go w drop spindles or just springs for the front? Or both? It has factory discs in the front and factory 4 link in the rear w a 12 bolt. I only paid 650 for this truck---1 owner and its ALL ORIGINAL. so if i put 500-1000 in suspension id be comfortable w that. Please hook me up w some info so i can get this shop truck goin and i can.post pics! Thanks
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**leddzepp** · 02-11-2011, 12:34 AM

ECE 4/6 drop kit. Done. Others will chime in...

Jacfourteen · 02-11-2011, 01:53 AM

4/6 for sure, some claim 5/7.

thegoot · 02-11-2011, 08:03 AM

No c notch required w that? I was told anything over a 5" drop out back needs a c notch...And where do i go to order that? How much? Ect ect...ive been searching and im coming up ahort on either options or places to look.
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**lolife99** · 02-11-2011, 08:45 AM

www.earlyclassic.com

Give them a call and explain exactly what you want to do.
6" rear drop is possible without a notch.
You want to use drop spindles, drop springs (front and rear)
Rear shock relocators, and and adjustable panhard bar to re-center the rearend after you do the drop.
GOOD quality drop shocks are a must.

Also add a sway bar up front,... if you don't already have one.
(best bang for the buck, in truck handling)

68Stepbed · 02-11-2011, 09:03 AM

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Originally Posted by lolife99

www.earlyclassic.com

Give them a call and explain exactly what you want to do.
6" rear drop is possible without a notch.
You want to use drop spindles, drop springs (front and rear)
Rear chock relocators, and and adjustable panhard bar to re-center the rearend after you do the drop.
GOOD quality drop shocks are a must.

Also add a sway bar up front,... if you don't already have one.
(best bang for the buck, in truck handling)

Early Classic, also referred to as ECE, is IMO the absolute best company to buy from. They specialize only in 63-72 Chevy truck chassis' and they know their stuff. Their customer service is also top notch. You may save some money from competitors, but it's not worth it. I've been on this board since 05 and haven't heard the first complaint from ECE. You won't be disappointed.

VA72C10 · 02-11-2011, 09:08 AM

I'll agree with those posted above....

it will be at the edge of your posted budget so you can also consider looking at buying the individual parts from CPP or performance online...or their ebay stores. Can probably do the kit for a few hundred less if pieced together....but again, from my experience and those on the board....you might not get the same service and might have delays on shipping, etc...if you have a set deadline to get this done...

dave2953 · 02-11-2011, 09:26 AM

Your truck has a factory 4 link??

original-71 · 02-11-2011, 11:54 AM

heres what your looking at with a 4-1/2" front and 6"rear drop. no cnotch required dont let them tell you have to unless you plan on putting weight in the back.not to knock on any other company's but Early Classic Enterprise was the option i went with and was very satisfied. my buddy ordered his drop spindles from "A" company on here took 1 month because they were on backorder and they did not tell him that till he called checking on the delivery got my whole kit in less than a week.

swierker · 02-11-2011, 05:58 PM

ECE hands down. Great company.

thegoot · 02-11-2011, 08:06 PM

Trailing arms dave
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Orangetonicclicc · 02-11-2011, 08:24 PM

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Originally Posted by original-71

heres what your looking at with a 4-1/2" front and 6"rear drop. no cnotch required dont let them tell you have to unless you plan on putting weight in the back.not to knock on any other company's but Early Classic Enterprise was the option i went with and was very satisfied. my buddy ordered his drop spindles from "A" company on here took 1 month because they were on backorder and they did not tell him that till he called checking on the delivery got my whole kit in less than a week.

That "A" company that he is talking about is CPP!!! (I Think) They have great products and reasonable prices but I ordered a full disc brake kit including chrome upgrades just to be told 2 weeks later that 85% of the order was in backorder!!!!! Extremly dissapointed. You DONOT have to c-notch your frame to have a great looking stance!!!! This is the right forum for this question!!!!

Orangetonicclicc · 02-11-2011, 08:34 PM

In the LMC catalog it has a complete look at different stances. To see exactly what you are looking for. take your rims and tires under consideration also. Drop spindles, front and back springs with shocks!! Ride Tech (Level 1)has a very reasonable airbag kit for $1900.00 that i'm going for without c-notching my frame..

original-71 · 02-11-2011, 09:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Orangetonicclicc

That "A" company that he is talking about is CPP!!! (I Think) They have great products and reasonable prices but I ordered a full disc brake kit including chrome upgrades just to be told 2 weeks later that 85% of the order was in backorder!!!!! Extremly dissapointed. You DONOT have to c-notch your frame to have a great looking stance!!!! This is the right forum for this question!!!!

good guess buddy...

thegoot · 02-11-2011, 10:18 PM

Great info guys. Just looked.up the price at earlyclassics and its only 759. I say only lol but that seems pretty reasonable to me for everything that comes w it. And im surei can do it myself. Ill post some.pics soon!
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original-71 · 02-11-2011, 10:55 PM

[QUOTE=thegoot;4479516]Great info guys. Just looked.up the price at earlyclassics and its only 759. I say only lol but that seems pretty reasonable to me for everything that comes w it. And im surei can do it myself. Ill post some.pics soon!
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u will be happy hopefully...

72BlckButy · 02-12-2011, 01:09 AM

Read this for the complete install of the 4.5/6" Drop kit and disc brake upgrade:

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=353633

thegoot · 04-02-2011, 07:25 PM

Bought some conversion rotors from POL to bring lug pattern down to a 4.75...but idk if they sent me the right ones bc the stock bearings dont fit in them which makes me wonder if the rotors will be too small for the spindles...any guesses guys?
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**lolife99** · 04-02-2011, 07:42 PM

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Originally Posted by thegoot

Bought some conversion rotors from POL to bring lug pattern down to a 4.75...but idk if they sent me the right ones bc the stock bearings dont fit in them which makes me wonder if the rotors will be too small for the spindles...any guesses guys?
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The conversion rotors from POL that have the 5x4.75" pattern ONLY work with 63-70 drum brake spindles. (plus a spcial bracket they sell)
These will not work with your 72 disc brake spindles.

02-11-2011, 12:18 AM	#1
thegoot Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: spartanbrg, sc Posts: 17	drop suggestions...PLEASE HELP Im tryin to drop my recently purchased 72 swb fleetside as low as i can go without a cnotch. Im looking to buy a kit that has everything so a link would be great! Also am i gonna want to go w drop spindles or just springs for the front? Or both? It has factory discs in the front and factory 4 link in the rear w a 12 bolt. I only paid 650 for this truck---1 owner and its ALL ORIGINAL. so if i put 500-1000 in suspension id be comfortable w that. Please hook me up w some info so i can get this shop truck goin and i can.post pics! Thanks Posted via Mobile Device

02-11-2011, 12:34 AM	#2
leddzepp Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Southern Cal Posts: 20,036	Re: drop suggestions...PLEASE HELP ECE 4/6 drop kit. Done. Others will chime in... __________________ 1972 C/10 Cheyenne Super SWB. Restored, loaded, slammed. 1968 C/10 50th Anniversary LWB. Unrestored, stock, daily driver/work truck. RIP ElJay RIP 67ChevyRedneck RIP Grumpy Old Man RIP FleetsidePaul

02-11-2011, 01:53 AM	#3
Jacfourteen Big Red - Now its a SWB! Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Oroville, Ca Posts: 1,624	Re: drop suggestions...PLEASE HELP 4/6 for sure, some claim 5/7. __________________ 68 3/4 ton (Project)-350 Small Block, .030 over, 10:1 comp, 3998993 heads, C3BX edelbrock intake, comp cams XE268, Holley 670 SA, long tube headers, dual flow 40's, E-fan, Alum rad, currently under the knife getting shortened and bagged build thread 41 3/4 ton (wife's)-flatbed, fully restored to original 01 Tahoe LT 4WD (my daily driver)-Magnaflow Muffler, Rollin on 22's 02 Ford Mustang Convertable (Wife's Car)-Flowmaster 50, Clear corners, Intake, sittin on 18's

02-11-2011, 08:03 AM	#4
thegoot Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: spartanbrg, sc Posts: 17	Re: drop suggestions...PLEASE HELP No c notch required w that? I was told anything over a 5" drop out back needs a c notch...And where do i go to order that? How much? Ect ect...ive been searching and im coming up ahort on either options or places to look. Posted via Mobile Device

02-11-2011, 08:45 AM	#5
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,701	Re: drop suggestions...PLEASE HELP www.earlyclassic.com Give them a call and explain exactly what you want to do. 6" rear drop is possible without a notch. You want to use drop spindles, drop springs (front and rear) Rear shock relocators, and and adjustable panhard bar to re-center the rearend after you do the drop. GOOD quality drop shocks are a must. Also add a sway bar up front,... if you don't already have one. (best bang for the buck, in truck handling) __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823 Last edited by lolife99; 02-11-2011 at 08:20 PM.

02-11-2011, 09:08 AM	#7
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,267	Re: drop suggestions...PLEASE HELP I'll agree with those posted above.... it will be at the edge of your posted budget so you can also consider looking at buying the individual parts from CPP or performance online...or their ebay stores. Can probably do the kit for a few hundred less if pieced together....but again, from my experience and those on the board....you might not get the same service and might have delays on shipping, etc...if you have a set deadline to get this done... __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

02-11-2011, 09:26 AM	#8
dave2953 Dave's not here, man Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Winder, Georgia Posts: 2,000	Re: drop suggestions...PLEASE HELP Your truck has a factory 4 link?? __________________ - 2014 VW Jetta - 2015 VW Jetta - 1966 Ford F-250

02-11-2011, 11:54 AM	#9
original-71 ///Relaxed Atmosphere Join Date: May 2010 Location: Houston,Tx Posts: 1,266	Re: drop suggestions...PLEASE HELP heres what your looking at with a 4-1/2" front and 6"rear drop. no cnotch required dont let them tell you have to unless you plan on putting weight in the back.not to knock on any other company's but Early Classic Enterprise was the option i went with and was very satisfied. my buddy ordered his drop spindles from "A" company on here took 1 month because they were on backorder and they did not tell him that till he called checking on the delivery got my whole kit in less than a week. Attached Images __________________ 71-Cheyenne Super (E.C.E Static Drop 4.5/7". Intro Rally's 20X8.5 5" B.S 255/35/20 (F) 20X10 5.25 B.S 275/35/20 (R) 87-Silverado Static Drop 5/7" Raceline Explosion 5 22X8.5 (F) 22X10 (R) hector _________________________________ 1971 Chevrolet Cheyenne Super 1987 Chevrolet Silverado 2006 Ford Mustang GT 2012 Toyota 4-Runner 2014 Dodge Ram 1500 Sport Crew Cab

02-11-2011, 05:58 PM	#10
swierker Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: Wallingford, PA Posts: 186	Re: drop suggestions...PLEASE HELP ECE hands down. Great company. __________________ 1970 Chevy LWB - 305/350 In Progress: 4/6 ECE drop, front discs, power brakes, Coys C5's.

02-11-2011, 08:06 PM	#11
thegoot Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: spartanbrg, sc Posts: 17	Re: drop suggestions...PLEASE HELP Trailing arms dave Posted via Mobile Device

02-11-2011, 08:34 PM	#13
Orangetonicclicc Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 744	Re: drop suggestions...PLEASE HELP In the LMC catalog it has a complete look at different stances. To see exactly what you are looking for. take your rims and tires under consideration also. Drop spindles, front and back springs with shocks!! Ride Tech (Level 1)has a very reasonable airbag kit for $1900.00 that i'm going for without c-notching my frame..

02-11-2011, 10:18 PM	#15
thegoot Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: spartanbrg, sc Posts: 17	Re: drop suggestions...PLEASE HELP Great info guys. Just looked.up the price at earlyclassics and its only 759. I say only lol but that seems pretty reasonable to me for everything that comes w it. And im surei can do it myself. Ill post some.pics soon! Posted via Mobile Device

02-11-2011, 10:55 PM	#16
original-71 ///Relaxed Atmosphere Join Date: May 2010 Location: Houston,Tx Posts: 1,266	Re: drop suggestions...PLEASE HELP [QUOTE=thegoot;4479516]Great info guys. Just looked.up the price at earlyclassics and its only 759. I say only lol but that seems pretty reasonable to me for everything that comes w it. And im surei can do it myself. Ill post some.pics soon! Posted via Mobile Device[/QUOTE u will be happy hopefully... __________________ 71-Cheyenne Super (E.C.E Static Drop 4.5/7". Intro Rally's 20X8.5 5" B.S 255/35/20 (F) 20X10 5.25 B.S 275/35/20 (R) 87-Silverado Static Drop 5/7" Raceline Explosion 5 22X8.5 (F) 22X10 (R) hector _________________________________ 1971 Chevrolet Cheyenne Super 1987 Chevrolet Silverado 2006 Ford Mustang GT 2012 Toyota 4-Runner 2014 Dodge Ram 1500 Sport Crew Cab

02-12-2011, 01:09 AM	#17
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: drop suggestions...PLEASE HELP Read this for the complete install of the 4.5/6" Drop kit and disc brake upgrade: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=353633 __________________ -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)

04-02-2011, 07:25 PM	#18
thegoot Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: spartanbrg, sc Posts: 17	Re: drop suggestions...PLEASE HELP Bought some conversion rotors from POL to bring lug pattern down to a 4.75...but idk if they sent me the right ones bc the stock bearings dont fit in them which makes me wonder if the rotors will be too small for the spindles...any guesses guys? Posted via Mobile Device



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