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Toxic Orange · 06-11-2013, 11:58 PM

So that puts me 2" off what you have (16 1/2 vs. 14 1/2). I plan to go with 20" wheels and 40 to 45 series tires so I think I want mine to match your height in the back, so that means about 2 inches which might be too much without doing a notch. Will be curious on your install experience with that. Seems like a big pain to do with the bed on the truck.

Can't wait to see it sitting low in the front!

c10Dream'n · 06-12-2013, 09:26 AM

I have roughly 1.5 to 2 inches from the axle to the frame. I already had intentions of c-notching the frame. I bought the porterbuilt c-notch, and little did i know it requires to remove the bed because it is a two piece install. I didn't want to go that route and endure any extra work so I have decided to sell the kit and buy one from CPP where it doesn't require a bed removal. I have a friend that is going to do the work for me, hence he has all the right tools for the job for an easy install. Mine will be welded in. once I become a paying member, i will post the c-notch in the classifieds.

You and me both on getting the front installed. I go in the garage everyday and just stare at it

i will keep you posted.

CC69Rat · 06-12-2013, 10:16 AM

^^ The bed is easy to remove.

I'd give that PB notch another chance.

Do you have an engine hoist? It is just about 6 bolts holding the bed on.

If not, I have a 68 that might be able to use it. Let me know if you'd like to sell it.

c10Dream'n · 06-12-2013, 11:42 AM

PM sent Chad.

Quote:

Originally Posted by CC69Rat

^^ The bed is easy to remove.

I'd give that PB notch another chance.

Do you have an engine hoist? It is just about 6 bolts holding the bed on.

If not, I have a 68 that might be able to use it. Let me know if you'd like to sell it.

Custom 68 · 06-12-2013, 02:44 PM

I have also found that different springs have a different rate and will change the final overall drop. I added 5 inch drop springs to the rear of mine from Speedway and they are way soft. I think I got more drop than that.

Sklptrljay · 06-14-2013, 03:18 AM

Hey Toxic Orange,

I finally got a chance to change out my springs and think I figured out the problem. ECE sent 1 1/2" big block drop springs. the new springs dropped me a little over an inch, so I'm right about where your front end is at.

I really feel relieved that's all it was, I was worried I had one of "those" trucks. As soon as I get the fenders back on I'll post some pics.

Toxic Orange · 06-14-2013, 11:30 AM

Sklptrljay,

That seems like an easy fix. Guess you could have just dropped a big block in there and called it good too

Will be looking forward to the pics...

BB72CHEVKT · 06-14-2013, 02:57 PM

Nice truck!

2500HD · 06-16-2013, 12:49 AM

Toxic, you may already have your answers but i am in Highland Village with 4.5/6 set up. ECE does not make a 1.5 inch big block spring so i had to go with a 2" spring. When i move the fuel tank to the rear i think there will less rake...... when full of fuel. I'll PM my cell number if you want to take a look or a drive.

Toxic Orange · 06-16-2013, 10:14 AM

Thanks BB72!

2500HD - Sending you a PM

06-11-2013, 11:58 PM	#26
Toxic Orange Registered User Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Flower Mound TX Posts: 173	Re: Help with my ECE 4/6 stance? So that puts me 2" off what you have (16 1/2 vs. 14 1/2). I plan to go with 20" wheels and 40 to 45 series tires so I think I want mine to match your height in the back, so that means about 2 inches which might be too much without doing a notch. Will be curious on your install experience with that. Seems like a big pain to do with the bed on the truck. Can't wait to see it sitting low in the front!

06-12-2013, 09:26 AM	#27
c10Dream'n Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: San Diego Posts: 519	Re: Help with my ECE 4/6 stance? I have roughly 1.5 to 2 inches from the axle to the frame. I already had intentions of c-notching the frame. I bought the porterbuilt c-notch, and little did i know it requires to remove the bed because it is a two piece install. I didn't want to go that route and endure any extra work so I have decided to sell the kit and buy one from CPP where it doesn't require a bed removal. I have a friend that is going to do the work for me, hence he has all the right tools for the job for an easy install. Mine will be welded in. once I become a paying member, i will post the c-notch in the classifieds. You and me both on getting the front installed. I go in the garage everyday and just stare at it i will keep you posted.

06-12-2013, 10:16 AM	#28
CC69Rat Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,212	Re: Help with my ECE 4/6 stance? ^^ The bed is easy to remove. I'd give that PB notch another chance. Do you have an engine hoist? It is just about 6 bolts holding the bed on. If not, I have a 68 that might be able to use it. Let me know if you'd like to sell it. __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

06-12-2013, 02:44 PM	#30
Custom 68 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Springfield, MO Posts: 2,939	Re: Help with my ECE 4/6 stance? I have also found that different springs have a different rate and will change the final overall drop. I added 5 inch drop springs to the rear of mine from Speedway and they are way soft. I think I got more drop than that. __________________ Dave 1968 Custom Chevy with turbo charged 5.3 gen III 4l80e swap 1967-71 GMC 3/4 ton long step 4x4 (not sure what year exactly?) "A good friend will bail you out of jail...but a true friend will be sitting next to you saying "that was frekin awesome". "If it doesn't fit force it...If it breaks then it needed to be replaced anyway!"

06-14-2013, 03:18 AM	#31
Sklptrljay Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Stillwater, Oklahoma Posts: 874	Re: Help with my ECE 4/6 stance? Hey Toxic Orange, I finally got a chance to change out my springs and think I figured out the problem. ECE sent 1 1/2" big block drop springs. the new springs dropped me a little over an inch, so I'm right about where your front end is at. I really feel relieved that's all it was, I was worried I had one of "those" trucks. As soon as I get the fenders back on I'll post some pics.

06-14-2013, 11:30 AM	#32
Toxic Orange Registered User Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Flower Mound TX Posts: 173	Re: Help with my ECE 4/6 stance? Sklptrljay, That seems like an easy fix. Guess you could have just dropped a big block in there and called it good too Will be looking forward to the pics...

06-14-2013, 02:57 PM	#33
BB72CHEVKT Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Hideaway, TX Posts: 4,950	Re: Help with my ECE 4/6 stance? Nice truck! __________________ 71 Suburban 350/700R4 Project Trixie 72 CHEVY,Highlander,SWB,396,T400

06-16-2013, 12:49 AM	#34
2500HD Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: DFW Posts: 268	Re: Help with my ECE 4/6 stance? Toxic, you may already have your answers but i am in Highland Village with 4.5/6 set up. ECE does not make a 1.5 inch big block spring so i had to go with a 2" spring. When i move the fuel tank to the rear i think there will less rake...... when full of fuel. I'll PM my cell number if you want to take a look or a drive. Attached Images __________________ 1970 Custom Original 400/400 Now ZZ454/4L80E/Edelbrock Pro-Flo 4/3:73 Eaton Posi PS PB and cold factory air Early Classic 4.5/6 Front 20X8.5 Riddler 4.75 inch bs Pirelli 255/40/20 Rear 20X10 Riddler 5.5 inch bs Toyo 295/40/40 Rear end is original wide 6 lug converted to 5 lug

06-16-2013, 10:14 AM	#35
Toxic Orange Registered User Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Flower Mound TX Posts: 173	Re: Help with my ECE 4/6 stance? Thanks BB72! 2500HD - Sending you a PM



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