4/6 ECE Drop kit with 18's..... - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

72SWBURG · 07-16-2011, 06:37 PM

Im a newbie here and Just purchased a 71 Super Cheyenne and was talking with Stan from ECE on Friday about the 4/6 drop kit. I'm going to daily drive this pickup. Stan recommended 18"x8" with 4-1/2" BS and 255/55/18 up front and 18"x9.5" with 5-1/2" BS and 275/50/18 out back. He said it would ride EXCELLENT. Anyone in here have pics with this setup or something similar?? Or does anyone have any further advice??? Want to do this right the first time.

Thanks
Brett
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**leddzepp** · 07-16-2011, 06:41 PM

If Stan said it will ride excellent, then it will. I have never heard a complaint from anyone that has used ECE. Others will chime in.

72SWBURG · 07-16-2011, 06:50 PM

I never did ask him if I would have to C Notch the frame with the above combo... Can anyone answer this as well??

Thanks
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**leddzepp** · 07-16-2011, 06:56 PM

With their 4/6 kit you will not need to C-notch the rear, but any lower and you will. I have a 5/7 slam on my truck, and it is c-notched. Welcome to the board!

72SWBURG · 07-16-2011, 07:08 PM

Thank you. Do u have any pics of a 4/6 with 18's??? Or if not, where to direct me??

Thanks
Brett
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**leddzepp** · 07-16-2011, 07:10 PM

I do not have any pics myself, but there are a LOT on this site. I am sure others will post pics here in your thread.

72SWBURG · 07-16-2011, 07:22 PM

Thanks again Led
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VA72C10 · 07-16-2011, 07:47 PM

There are pictures on ECE's site. Also check out 72Blkbuty's build. it's got a 4.5/6 drop I believe with 20" wheels. There are several others on the site with the drop and all I have ever heard about it is good things...

Zoomin · 07-16-2011, 07:47 PM

Stan's the man on this board. I have their 3.5/5 kit with 18's all around (255/45 and 295/45) and it rides great, and even handles pretty decent. The only other thing I would say is that you can easily get by with 295's out back if you want. I have them on mine.

72SWBURG · 07-16-2011, 10:22 PM

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Stan's the man on this board. I have their 3.5/5 kit with 18's all around (255/45 and 295/45) and it rides great, and even handles pretty decent. The only other thing I would say is that you can easily get by with 295's out back if you want. I have them on mine.

That sits perfect in my eyes. Nice ride. What wheels are those and what ate the specs as far as width and spacing?? Oh and also, what tire brand??
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Zoomin · 07-16-2011, 10:30 PM

Thanks,

These are Coys C-5's 18X8 with 4 bs 255/45-18, 18X9 with 5.5bs 295/45-18, tires are Nittos. I ordered the tires and wheels from Coys, already mounted and balanced. All I had to do was mount them up. Be sure and ask for spacers. They know exactly what fits on these rascals.

72SWBURG · 07-17-2011, 12:07 AM

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Thanks,

These are Coys C-5's 18X8 with 4 bs 255/45-18, 18X9 with 5.5bs 295/45-18, tires are Nittos. I ordered the tires and wheels from Coys, already mounted and balanced. All I had to do was mount them up. Be sure and ask for spacers. They know exactly what fits on these rascals.

I'm thinking about going 3.5/6 with 295/50 out back and 255/55 out front. So in the back the tires would be 29.6 and 29 up front. When I was talking to Stan, he said 3.5/6 would get me sitting level and then by getting a slightly taller tire in the rear, I would get the slight rake I'm looking for. What u think??
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Zoomin · 07-17-2011, 12:39 AM

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I'm thinking about going 3.5/6 with 295/50 out back and 255/55 out front. So in the back the tires would be 29.6 and 29 up front. When I was talking to Stan, he said 3.5/6 would get me sitting level and then by getting a slightly taller tire in the rear, I would get the slight rake I'm looking for. What u think??
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If I were going to do mine over again, I'd definitely go 3.5/6. I wanted to be conservative because I actually intend to haul stuff in the back, but there's plenty of room.

I'd get the new suspension bits installed and see how it sits on four tires of the same size before you order. But I think you're on the right track.
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*mrhino* · 07-17-2011, 09:34 AM

I have a 4.5/6 drop with 18"s 245/55 front and 255/45 rear. i think it rides pretty good.

**SactoJim** · 07-17-2011, 02:27 PM

Mines probably close to that drop.....(18's) 255/50 on front and 275/55 on rear.

72SWBURG · 07-18-2011, 01:03 AM

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Mines probably close to that drop.....(18's) 255/50 on front and 275/55 on rear.

I'm having a hell of a time finding those tires in that size. What tires do you have?? BTW, that is a Beautiful ride and the stance is spot on!!
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David67 · 07-18-2011, 01:10 AM

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I'm having a hell of a time finding those tires in that size. What tires do you have?? BTW, that is a Beautiful ride and the stance is spot on!!
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I also have the same rear tire size with my front being a 255/55 and I had a COUPLE of options....

72SWBURG · 07-18-2011, 01:24 PM

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I also have the same rear tire size with my front being a 255/55 and I had a COUPLE of options....

Im having a lot of trouble... Toyo makes the 255/55/18, but doesn't make the 275/55/18 for the rear... Any bright ideas fellas

72SWBURG · 07-18-2011, 01:48 PM

Actually I take that back... I did find them in Pirelli at $2000 a set... HOLY HOOCH!!!!! Thats twice as much money as the Coy wheels I want.... Any other combos that make work for tire sizes....

**SactoJim** · 07-18-2011, 06:05 PM

Thanks......tires are Toyo Proxes ST. Bought them a number of years ago and at the time they had many many more size options than they do now. The don't have my back tire anymore!.....note to self....go easier on the "go peddle" from now on!!!!

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I'm having a hell of a time finding those tires in that size. What tires do you have?? BTW, that is a Beautiful ride and the stance is spot on!!
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72SWBURG · 07-18-2011, 06:40 PM

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Thanks......tires are Toyo Proxes ST. Bought them a number of years ago and at the time they had many many more size options than they do now. The don't have my back tire anymore!.....note to self....go easier on the "go peddle" from now on!!!!

LOL... Ya I see that.. I did find 255/55 and 275/55 in the Hankook... Pretty decent price as well... 255/55 is a hair under 29 and the 275/55 is a hair under 30... So I should still be able to get the stance im looking for... Thanks for the help guys..

72TealnWhite · 07-19-2011, 05:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Zoomin

Stan's the man on this board. I have their 3.5/5 kit with 18's all around (255/45 and 295/45) and it rides great, and even handles pretty decent. The only other thing I would say is that you can easily get by with 295's out back if you want. I have them on mine.

that one of your lwb's or is that a swb.. sorry can't tell .. i'd say short because i think it looks long.. haha thanks

Zoomin · 07-19-2011, 07:29 PM

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that one of your lwb's or is that a swb.. sorry can't tell .. i'd say short because i think it looks long.. haha thanks

It's a long bed.

07-16-2011, 06:37 PM	#1
72SWBURG Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Roseburg, OR Posts: 79	4/6 ECE Drop kit with 18's..... Im a newbie here and Just purchased a 71 Super Cheyenne and was talking with Stan from ECE on Friday about the 4/6 drop kit. I'm going to daily drive this pickup. Stan recommended 18"x8" with 4-1/2" BS and 255/55/18 up front and 18"x9.5" with 5-1/2" BS and 275/50/18 out back. He said it would ride EXCELLENT. Anyone in here have pics with this setup or something similar?? Or does anyone have any further advice??? Want to do this right the first time. Thanks Brett Posted via Mobile Device

07-16-2011, 06:41 PM	#2
leddzepp Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Southern Cal Posts: 20,031	Re: 4/6 ECE Drop kit with 18's..... If Stan said it will ride excellent, then it will. I have never heard a complaint from anyone that has used ECE. 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

07-16-2011, 06:50 PM	#3
72SWBURG Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Roseburg, OR Posts: 79	Re: 4/6 ECE Drop kit with 18's..... I never did ask him if I would have to C Notch the frame with the above combo... Can anyone answer this as well?? Thanks Posted via Mobile Device

07-16-2011, 06:56 PM	#4
leddzepp Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Southern Cal Posts: 20,031	Re: 4/6 ECE Drop kit with 18's..... With their 4/6 kit you will not need to C-notch the rear, but any lower and you will. I have a 5/7 slam on my truck, and it is c-notched. Welcome to the board! __________________ 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

07-16-2011, 07:08 PM	#5
72SWBURG Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Roseburg, OR Posts: 79	Re: 4/6 ECE Drop kit with 18's..... Thank you. Do u have any pics of a 4/6 with 18's??? Or if not, where to direct me?? Thanks Brett Posted via Mobile Device

07-16-2011, 07:10 PM	#6
leddzepp Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Southern Cal Posts: 20,031	Re: 4/6 ECE Drop kit with 18's..... I do not have any pics myself, but there are a LOT on this site. I am sure others will post pics here in your thread. __________________ 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

07-16-2011, 07:22 PM	#7
72SWBURG Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Roseburg, OR Posts: 79	Re: 4/6 ECE Drop kit with 18's..... Thanks again Led Posted via Mobile Device

07-16-2011, 07:47 PM	#8
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,267	Re: 4/6 ECE Drop kit with 18's..... There are pictures on ECE's site. Also check out 72Blkbuty's build. it's got a 4.5/6 drop I believe with 20" wheels. There are several others on the site with the drop and all I have ever heard about it is good things... __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

07-16-2011, 07:47 PM	#9
Zoomin Man of Mini-Talents Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Oklahoma City, OK Posts: 4,295	Re: 4/6 ECE Drop kit with 18's..... Stan's the man on this board. I have their 3.5/5 kit with 18's all around (255/45 and 295/45) and it rides great, and even handles pretty decent. The only other thing I would say is that you can easily get by with 295's out back if you want. I have them on mine. Attached Images __________________ Steve Project - Ruth 66 Skylark Project - Lola 60 Biscayne Project - Iron Ox 54 GMC 100 Project - Darth 69 Camaro

07-16-2011, 10:30 PM	#11
Zoomin Man of Mini-Talents Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Oklahoma City, OK Posts: 4,295	Re: 4/6 ECE Drop kit with 18's..... Thanks, These are Coys C-5's 18X8 with 4 bs 255/45-18, 18X9 with 5.5bs 295/45-18, tires are Nittos. I ordered the tires and wheels from Coys, already mounted and balanced. All I had to do was mount them up. Be sure and ask for spacers. They know exactly what fits on these rascals. __________________ Steve Project - Ruth 66 Skylark Project - Lola 60 Biscayne Project - Iron Ox 54 GMC 100 Project - Darth 69 Camaro

07-17-2011, 09:34 AM	#14
mrhino Account Suspended Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: USA Posts: 1,223	Re: 4/6 ECE Drop kit with 18's..... I have a 4.5/6 drop with 18"s 245/55 front and 255/45 rear. i think it rides pretty good.

07-17-2011, 02:27 PM	#15
SactoJim Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 1,970	Re: 4/6 ECE Drop kit with 18's..... Mines probably close to that drop.....(18's) 255/50 on front and 275/55 on rear. __________________ 72 Cheyenne SWB Fleet Nut & bolt frame off in progress...99.9999% - supercharged 383 - 4 wheel discs - relocated fuel tank - My Build Thread

07-18-2011, 01:48 PM	#19
72SWBURG Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Roseburg, OR Posts: 79	Re: 4/6 ECE Drop kit with 18's..... Actually I take that back... I did find them in Pirelli at $2000 a set... HOLY HOOCH!!!!! Thats twice as much money as the Coy wheels I want.... Any other combos that make work for tire sizes....



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