SD control arms released

[lolife99]

My mistake. Sorry. I guess I was thinking they were $900+, and then tax and shipping got them close to a grand. I have one set already for my '86 project, that I got from Nate. I must have them confused with the CPP upper arms I bought for my blazer. (The ones with the "Shipping Premium" tacked on to the bill)

[LowSmoothCool]

Originally Posted by lolife99

My mistake. Sorry. I guess I was thinking they were $900+, and then tax and shipping got them close to a grand. I have one set already for my '86 project, that I got from Nate. I must have them confused with the CPP upper arms I bought for my blazer. (The ones with the "Shipping Premium" tacked on to the bill)

no worries man....

[jkaylor68gmc]

I think the Air Ride equipment is top notch and has been proven on the autocross's at GG events around the country. brett and Peggy and the guys are my boys so I guess I am a bit skeptical. Sorry, I like proof and results and have experienced just how awesome ART equipment is.

Josh

[DollaBill]

jason has sent more info. to me on the kit to answer my question. i figure i post it so it can help other guys with the same questions.


Ill have some pics of the kit installed in our test vehicle in a couple weeks when i get back from vacation. ill also get you my personal opinion on how it handles etc cause im gonna hammer the total hell out of it. we did just have the front aligned to chevy truck spec, then re-aligned close to corvette spec. the alignment went great! basically the kit keeps the factory geometry but everything is raised and brought in so you can lay frame on a 29.3 tire if you wish. just so you know, the track width is narrowed 2.25" total.

ill post more info when i can. just wait til you see our 1.25" o.d. swaybar kit we put together for this truck. its a perfect combination when using our control arms.

this thing is going to handle great! if you got any more questions hit me up man. i get back from vacation on october 12th i think. ill be able to focus more when i get back. id rather be at work.



jason



really appreciate your interest in our version of the crossmember, but be assured that all proper testing with various air pressures will be performed before we ship any of these kits. if you were to purchase one i promise you that you will not be disappointed. i offer a 100% lifetime warranty on every piece and if you were not satisfied for some reason i stand behind it with a 100% money back guarantee.

our control arms are built from factory gm geometry with changes made in the ball joint angle to allow you to lay out on 22's. we use only power performance ball joints which are much stronger than your average moog ball joint.

our crossmember kit is built alot different than porters. although seeing his inspired us to manufacture one of our own. we build ours out 1/4" thick laser cut sheet vs his 3/16" material. we also use far less pieces to assemble the unit. just for example, if you look at the top plate on both units, you will see that ours is one piece that was press brake formed, and his is welded out of several pieces like a puzzle. im not saying that his is inferior by any means, its just an example of manufacturing techniques. if you feel more comfortable running his product because he has offered this item for a couple of years and has great feedback, i say go for it. you wont be disappointed. he offers an outstanding crossmember and i have lots of respect for him. he builds some good stuff.

we will be offering everything listed below during october for $700.00. it will jump to $999.00 after that. we are doing an introductory special.

$700.00 gets you......
1. main crossmember
2. upper bag & control arm mounts
3. inner frame structure brackets
4. rack & pinion frame notches
5. transmission crossmember
6. 350 engine mounts
7. stainless tie rod adjusting sleeves
8. chromoly/teflon 3/4" x 5/8" heims for the spindles
9. all grade 8 mounting hardware

$1500.00 gets you......
1. everything listed above
2. upper and lower control arms
3. upper frame shock mounts
4. monroe shocks

let me know if i can be of any further assistance.

jason

[hotrodxy]

thanks that was what Ive been waiting for
if i had $1500 i would buy it now and test it.
im going to Z my frame, and cut up my control arms instead (my labor is cheep)
I can only hope it handles decent

[Shev]

Originally Posted by DollaBill

$700.00 gets you......
1. main crossmember
2. upper bag & control arm mounts
3. inner frame structure brackets
4. rack & pinion frame notches
5. transmission crossmember
6. 350 engine mounts
7. stainless tie rod adjusting sleeves
8. chromoly/teflon 3/4" x 5/8" heims for the spindles
9. all grade 8 mounting hardware

A trans crossmember included for $700 I figured it was only for the crossmember itself....

Hopefully there is money in the wedding budget....I may have to sell my soul...

[gringoloco]

Originally Posted by DollaBill

$700.00 gets you......
1. main crossmember
2. upper bag & control arm mounts
3. inner frame structure brackets
4. rack & pinion frame notches
5. transmission crossmember
6. 350 engine mounts
7. stainless tie rod adjusting sleeves
8. chromoly/teflon 3/4" x 5/8" heims for the spindles
9. all grade 8 mounting hardware

$1500.00 gets you......
1. everything listed above
2. upper and lower control arms
3. upper frame shock mounts
4. monroe shocks

Why aren't the upper shock mounts included in the kit? Aren't they a necessary item?

[edflores]

Originally Posted by gringoloco

Why aren't the upper shock mounts included in the kit? Aren't they a necessary item?

my thoughts as well

[Thorbecke Bros.]

Originally Posted by gringoloco

Why aren't the upper shock mounts included in the kit? Aren't they a necessary item?

sorry, i meant the shocks for $1500.00, but yeah the upper shock mounts will be included in the $700.00 price.

$700.00 gets you......
1. main crossmember
2. upper bag & control arm mounts
3. inner frame structure brackets
4. rack & pinion frame notches
5. transmission crossmember
6. 350 engine mounts
7. stainless tie rod adjusting sleeves
8. chromoly/teflon 3/4" x 5/8" heims for the spindles
9. all grade 8 mounting hardware
10. upper frame shock mounts

$1500.00 gets you......
1. everything listed above
2. upper and lower control arms
3. monroe shocks

[royo]

Originally Posted by DollaBill

jason has sent more info. to me on the kit to answer my question. i figure i post it so it can help other guys with the same questions.


Ill have some pics of the kit installed in our test vehicle in a couple weeks when i get back from vacation. ill also get you my personal opinion on how it handles etc cause im gonna hammer the total hell out of it. we did just have the front aligned to chevy truck spec, then re-aligned close to corvette spec. the alignment went great! basically the kit keeps the factory geometry but everything is raised and brought in so you can lay frame on a 29.3 tire if you wish. just so you know, the track width is narrowed 2.25" total.

ill post more info when i can. just wait til you see our 1.25" o.d. swaybar kit we put together for this truck. its a perfect combination when using our control arms.

this thing is going to handle great! if you got any more questions hit me up man. i get back from vacation on october 12th i think. ill be able to focus more when i get back. id rather be at work.



jason



really appreciate your interest in our version of the crossmember, but be assured that all proper testing with various air pressures will be performed before we ship any of these kits. if you were to purchase one i promise you that you will not be disappointed. i offer a 100% lifetime warranty on every piece and if you were not satisfied for some reason i stand behind it with a 100% money back guarantee.

our control arms are built from factory gm geometry with changes made in the ball joint angle to allow you to lay out on 22's. we use only power performance ball joints which are much stronger than your average moog ball joint.

our crossmember kit is built alot different than porters. although seeing his inspired us to manufacture one of our own. we build ours out 1/4" thick laser cut sheet vs his 3/16" material. we also use far less pieces to assemble the unit. just for example, if you look at the top plate on both units, you will see that ours is one piece that was press brake formed, and his is welded out of several pieces like a puzzle. im not saying that his is inferior by any means, its just an example of manufacturing techniques. if you feel more comfortable running his product because he has offered this item for a couple of years and has great feedback, i say go for it. you wont be disappointed. he offers an outstanding crossmember and i have lots of respect for him. he builds some good stuff.

we will be offering everything listed below during october for $700.00. it will jump to $999.00 after that. we are doing an introductory special.

$700.00 gets you......
1. main crossmember
2. upper bag & control arm mounts
3. inner frame structure brackets
4. rack & pinion frame notches
5. transmission crossmember
6. 350 engine mounts
7. stainless tie rod adjusting sleeves
8. chromoly/teflon 3/4" x 5/8" heims for the spindles
9. all grade 8 mounting hardware

$1500.00 gets you......
1. everything listed above
2. upper and lower control arms
3. upper frame shock mounts
4. monroe shocks

let me know if i can be of any further assistance.

jason

ok did i miss something will the wheel/tire be centered in the fender opening

[Shev]

Do said prices include powdercoating & how much is shipping going to be?

[ChiefRocka]

Hmmmm....

[68 short step]

Originally Posted by Shev

Do said prices include powdercoating & how much is shipping going to be?

x2????

[71blaze]

Originally Posted by Shev

Do said prices include powdercoating & how much is shipping going to be?

This price does not include powdercoating.
Shipping is based on your location.

sorry for the delayed response

[jkaylor68gmc]

cool, I cannot wait to see how it works, i really cannot wait to drive one myself!

[jkaylor68gmc]

cool

[edflores]

i think jason said he would be on vacation till the 12th. just call and ask.

[Sweet 85 C10]

Ordered My Cross member today! Cant wait!!! Thanks Jason & Ricky!

[Sweet 85 C10]

ORDERED MY CROSS MEMBER TODAY!!! THANKS RICKY & JASON!

[lolife99]

rss396,... Call Nate at Porterbuilt Street Rods. (or PM him here) He has one for the earlyy torsion bar frames.