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PBFAB.COM · 06-06-2013, 02:21 PM

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Originally Posted by BigDaddyV

Another quick dumb question, Will the tubular trailing arm crossmember accept the factory trailing arms, until I can afford to get the PB Trailing arms (3" drop)?

Sounds like a legitimate question to me.....

Answer is yes. The factory trailing arms will bolt right into our trailing arm crossmember.

Nate

BigDaddyV · 06-06-2013, 02:24 PM

Thanks a bunch! That will be my first peice to my project. It will at least get me closer to having my pinion angle right while Im saving for other peices.

69short · 06-06-2013, 02:25 PM

Random question, how are you guys keeping framing scratching your frame up when you air out? Are you mounting some sort of stop on the bottom of your frame rails? I'm going to be running the extreme dropmembers on mine so just curious. Thanks
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PBFAB.COM · 06-07-2013, 10:16 AM

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Originally Posted by 69short

Random question, how are you guys keeping framing scratching your frame up when you air out? Are you mounting some sort of stop on the bottom of your frame rails? I'm going to be running the extreme dropmembers on mine so just curious. Thanks
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There are a few ways to do it. You can make a bumpstop system that will actually keep the frame from touching the ground. Easiest way to do this is to make a spacer that bolts between the bag and lower control arm. Make it tall enough to where the bag acts as a bumpstop and keeps the truck from bottoming out. This will also be a safety in case of air system or bag failure while driving.

BigDaddyV · 06-06-2013, 02:27 PM

i was thinkin about running a skid plate. but not there yet.

BigDaddyV · 06-06-2013, 02:34 PM

ok one more question, If I order the adj trac bar and later order the 3" drop trailing arms will the lower end of the trac bar mount directly to the trailing arm or will I have to use the lower bracket / modify the trailing arms or bracket.

PBFAB.COM · 06-07-2013, 10:18 AM

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Originally Posted by BigDaddyV

ok one more question, If I order the adj trac bar and later order the 3" drop trailing arms will the lower end of the trac bar mount directly to the trailing arm or will I have to use the lower bracket / modify the trailing arms or bracket.

The adjustable track bar has a different length panhard bar than what is used when running the tubular trailing arms. If you are planning on buying tubular arms, it is best to purchase them the same time as the trac bar.

PBFAB.COM · 06-27-2013, 06:52 PM

A cool pic of Sancho over in Germany.

BigDaddyV · 06-06-2013, 02:41 PM

all pb of course...

Rusbuilt · 06-27-2013, 08:10 PM

Awesome!

**oldman3** · 06-27-2013, 11:17 PM

Sweet....Jim

66C06 · 06-30-2013, 04:02 AM

Got mine in last week!!!!!!!!!

rip2174 · 07-03-2013, 11:52 AM

What are the AC options on an 80's model when using dropmember with 20's?

Boost2Bags · 07-16-2013, 08:40 AM

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Originally Posted by rip2174

What are the AC options on an 80's model when using dropmember with 20's?

Mine is a '78 with 255/35/20 up front. A/C didn't fit. With a little modification it might though, it's close.

timmytimm3 · 07-09-2013, 09:44 AM

The first "version 4" C4 dropmember

wayno · 07-10-2013, 10:30 AM

I'll add a few pictures to the mix - getting the front tied up now.

BigDaddyV · 07-10-2013, 04:03 PM

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Originally Posted by timmytimm3

The first "version 4" C4 dropmember

So Sweet! Love it!

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Originally Posted by wayno

I'll add a few pictures to the mix - getting the front tied up now.

Deffinantly Looking killer!

izzy_Britton · 07-13-2013, 12:32 AM

Ummm... YEAH! That is what I want!!! dig that idea. I have c4 front and rear crossmembers and control arms, been trying to figure out the best way to use them. Keep the pictures coming brother! I love it!

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Originally Posted by timmytimm3

The first "version 4" C4 dropmember

jimmydean · 07-16-2013, 01:12 PM

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Originally Posted by izzy_Britton

Ummm... YEAH! That is what I want!!! dig that idea. I have c4 front and rear crossmembers and control arms, been trying to figure out the best way to use them. Keep the pictures coming brother! I love it!

Nate's C4 stuff is sooo sweet. I bought a Corvette just to run it, but then couldn't cut it up

The only thing for me was the cost of the shockwaves were too much for my budget. If I win the lotto, I would run Nate's C4 front/rear in a second.

timmytimm3 · 07-16-2013, 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by jimmydean

Nate's C4 stuff is sooo sweet. I bought a Corvette just to run it, but then couldn't cut it up

The only thing for me was the cost of the shockwaves were too much for my budget. If I win the lotto, I would run Nate's C4 front/rear in a second.

I'm running it with coilovers for that reason. Plus air management cost and complexity.

jimmydean · 07-17-2013, 03:49 PM

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Originally Posted by timmytimm3

I'm running it with coilovers for that reason. Plus air management cost and complexity.

I wanted to run the select ride Shockwaves. Similar to the FX3 suspension that was on my C4 Corvette using an actuator adjusted valve to switch from performance to comfort mode on the fly. :drool:

After my first air truck, I will never go back to static dropped vehicles again.

54Caddy · 07-17-2013, 01:36 AM

2 months and 2 weeks still no show of the parts.. That's 10 weeks total..............

Rusbuilt · 07-17-2013, 08:07 PM

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Originally Posted by 54Caddy

2 months and 2 weeks still no show of the parts.. That's 10 weeks total..............

Its worth the wait!

broey · 07-17-2013, 11:26 PM

is anyone else following porterbuilt on Instagram?? his newest version of the dropmember is so awesome!!

jimmydean · 07-18-2013, 01:00 PM

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Originally Posted by broey

is anyone else following porterbuilt on Instagram?? his newest version of the dropmember is so awesome!!

Wow, making work of the new press brake and water jet quite nicely.

06-06-2013, 02:24 PM	#2
BigDaddyV Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Grand Island, Ne. Posts: 1,110	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember Thanks a bunch! That will be my first peice to my project. It will at least get me closer to having my pinion angle right while Im saving for other peices. __________________ *J. Vess, 6'6", Gearhead, Welder, Fabricator, Nutcase* 1955 Chevy Stepside "Dudley" My daily http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=760288 1972 Chevy C10, Project "Chevro~Layed out" Nether Storm Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...23#post6007523

06-06-2013, 02:25 PM	#3
69short Registered User Join Date: May 2012 Location: DeKalb, MO Posts: 508	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember Random question, how are you guys keeping framing scratching your frame up when you air out? Are you mounting some sort of stop on the bottom of your frame rails? I'm going to be running the extreme dropmembers on mine so just curious. Thanks Posted via Mobile Device __________________ -Justin '69 SWB \| Zoie Jane \| Porterbuilt, LQ9, 20"/22" wheels

06-06-2013, 02:27 PM	#5
BigDaddyV Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Grand Island, Ne. Posts: 1,110	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember i was thinkin about running a skid plate. but not there yet. __________________ *J. Vess, 6'6", Gearhead, Welder, Fabricator, Nutcase* 1955 Chevy Stepside "Dudley" My daily http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=760288 1972 Chevy C10, Project "Chevro~Layed out" Nether Storm Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...23#post6007523

06-06-2013, 02:34 PM	#6
BigDaddyV Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Grand Island, Ne. Posts: 1,110	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember ok one more question, If I order the adj trac bar and later order the 3" drop trailing arms will the lower end of the trac bar mount directly to the trailing arm or will I have to use the lower bracket / modify the trailing arms or bracket. __________________ *J. Vess, 6'6", Gearhead, Welder, Fabricator, Nutcase* 1955 Chevy Stepside "Dudley" My daily http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=760288 1972 Chevy C10, Project "Chevro~Layed out" Nether Storm Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...23#post6007523

06-27-2013, 06:52 PM	#8
PBFAB.COM Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Mesa,Az Posts: 3,981	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember A cool pic of Sancho over in Germany. Attached Images __________________ www.PorterbuiltFabrication.com Phone: 480-297-2621 E-mail: sales@pbfab.com Find us on FaceBook under Porterbuilt Fabrication Specializing in Chassis and Suspension Components for your Classic Chevrolet Truck. We offer components from the following manufacturers: Porterbuilt Accuair Ridetech (Air Ride Technologies) Air Lift Wilwood Intro Unisteer ECE Gotta Show Air Lift Borgeson CPP Supporting this forum since 2003!

06-06-2013, 02:41 PM	#9
BigDaddyV Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Grand Island, Ne. Posts: 1,110	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember all pb of course... __________________ *J. Vess, 6'6", Gearhead, Welder, Fabricator, Nutcase* 1955 Chevy Stepside "Dudley" My daily http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=760288 1972 Chevy C10, Project "Chevro~Layed out" Nether Storm Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...23#post6007523

06-27-2013, 08:10 PM	#10
Rusbuilt Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Knoxville, TN Posts: 5,381	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember Awesome! __________________ -Rus PLEASE HELP WITH PROJECT UNDERHAULINPaypal donations accepted @ rus1785@yahoo.com Rusbuilt's garage 1968 Chevy C-30 Darcy SOLD Rusbuilt shop truck *SOLD*

06-27-2013, 11:17 PM	#11
oldman3 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: West Plains, Missouri Posts: 7,559	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember Sweet....Jim __________________ my build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=459839 Jimbo's long bed step build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...t=464626<br />

06-30-2013, 04:02 AM	#12
66C06 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Rockwall, Tx Posts: 151	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember Got mine in last week!!!!!!!!! __________________ 66 SWB Stepside: Project C-O6 06 ZO6 MSM 6spd 562/520rw N/A 06 Caddy CTS The Daily 07 Hayabusa - absolute chaos

07-03-2013, 11:52 AM	#13
rip2174 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: wilmington nc Posts: 492	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember What are the AC options on an 80's model when using dropmember with 20's?

07-09-2013, 09:44 AM	#15
timmytimm3 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: CT Posts: 265	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember The first "version 4" C4 dropmember __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=742865 66 SWB, C4 Dropmember timmytimm3 on IG "If you don't have time to do it right the first time, when will you?" -Dad

07-10-2013, 10:30 AM	#16
wayno Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Woolwich Twp, NJ Posts: 445	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember I'll add a few pictures to the mix - getting the front tied up now. Attached Images __________________ 64 Step Side - The Mistress

07-17-2013, 01:36 AM	#22
54Caddy GM Addicted Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Visalia, Ca Posts: 2,294	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember 2 months and 2 weeks still no show of the parts.. That's 10 weeks total.............. __________________ ..Mac’s Garage.. 73 GMC, 54 Caddy, 2010 Silverado, 68 C10 RIP DAd My 73 GMC Truck Build Pic 2010 Silverado 4/6 on 24s IG:MacsGarage

07-17-2013, 11:26 PM	#24
broey Square Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Phoenix Arizona Posts: 1,568	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember is anyone else following porterbuilt on Instagram?? his newest version of the dropmember is so awesome!! __________________ Squarebody Syndicate



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