05-09-2010, 03:46 PM | #151 | |
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Hey, how tall is that notch above the original frame height? I ask because I am contemplating this for a Suburban, but don't want to have the floor area jacked to the moon... Lol!!! |
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05-09-2010, 05:36 PM | #152 |
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I will check but i think it's around 5-1/2", I didn't want that either. plus i was not trying to lay frame.
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05-10-2010, 10:45 AM | #153 |
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This is a new product for the C4 Corvette IRS that I'm putting in my truck. Now that the test fit is done I'm taking to Nate for the final welding. I'm lucky to live 20 miles from Porterbuilt.
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05-10-2010, 10:56 AM | #154 |
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05-10-2010, 12:20 PM | #155 |
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I'm in!
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05-16-2010, 09:56 AM | #156 |
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I added new rear brakes to my truck, and now it's a 5 lug rear! Ready for some new wheels.
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05-16-2010, 10:15 AM | #157 | |
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What brand of axles and rear brake kit did you use?
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05-16-2010, 10:42 AM | #158 |
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I got everything from Jeff at CPP. I used there axle kit, and they fit great. I was a little worried at first opening up the rear, but it went really easy, and Everything fit perfect. The brake set up on the other hand was a pain in the a$$, the instuctions suck. I just took my time and everything fell into place but it was not as easy as i thought it could have been with better instuctions. Anyway i am happy, it's coming along.
PS i got the fronts as well i hope to get them on this week Thanks Ray Last edited by lowdownstar; 07-02-2010 at 09:17 AM. |
05-17-2010, 02:44 PM | #159 |
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I'm in, finally!
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05-17-2010, 04:33 PM | #160 |
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god i would love a corvette i.r.s. setup for my truck!! didn't know the Portster was making these. i'm curious how much for the rear setup and ease of installation?
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05-17-2010, 06:44 PM | #161 |
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I purchased a floor model. Does that count?
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05-17-2010, 06:47 PM | #162 |
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yoU R IN.... with all of your cool rides who would deny you into a club
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05-21-2010, 01:28 AM | #163 |
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Got mine powder coated today! Not bad for 75.00! Just need time to install it
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05-21-2010, 02:37 AM | #164 |
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05-21-2010, 02:20 PM | #165 |
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05-25-2010, 02:01 AM | #166 |
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which spindles do you recommend with the front dropmember & pb arms on a 71?
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05-25-2010, 02:03 AM | #167 |
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05-25-2010, 02:35 AM | #168 |
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05-25-2010, 06:32 PM | #169 | |
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I can only speak from my research and experience. I intially bought early classic 2.5" drop spindle which is a great spindle but it would not allow me to run the brake kit I wanted (Wilwood 14" SLR). I then had to go with the new CPP modular spindles which I believe will allow you more options for after market brakes. They (CPP Modular) also narrow the track width a bit, gave me more tire fender clearance in my "extreme" application, which was another benefit for me. i think the CPP Modulars a re a 2.0" drop. |
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05-26-2010, 02:13 AM | #170 | |
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Hey Nate, on a 67-72, how much does a 28 inch front tire versus a 29 inch tire affect the turning radius and clearance to run super low ride height (assuming a 5-5.5in backspace and a 8.5" wheel)?...ie. I know it will clear but is a 29 a pain? |
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05-26-2010, 12:48 PM | #171 |
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The extra inch diameter of tire will yield .5" less clearance at the fender lip. What's your definition of "super low"? You might kiss the fender at lock to lock when the truck is 2.5-3" off the ground. Hope that's low enough to cruise and turn at!
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05-26-2010, 12:50 PM | #172 |
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If you're going with the front Dropmember and Arm set-up AND looking to purchase a new spindle, I always recommend getting a 73-87 HD (1.25" rotor) spindle. The replacement parts such as ball joints, bearings, rotors etc. are more plentiful and a little less expensive when it comes time to replace them.
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05-26-2010, 07:26 PM | #173 | |
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I am wanting to put some flashy brakes on it but am not sure which ones fit which spindles... right now id like to put a set of captain fab's rear conversion for the d52 calipers and run wilwood calipers all around and some drilled/slotted rotors. any advice on a set of rotors that match the HD spindle for the Front and an AWD astro van for the back. |
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05-28-2010, 05:45 PM | #174 |
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So has anyone installed a raised crossmember in a truck that has a motor in it? I ordered a SD front kit and we are planing on just lifting the motor up a little and swopping it out...
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05-28-2010, 07:32 PM | #175 | |
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I know the Dropmember can be installed with the motor in with a engine hoist being used to lift the motor. Last edited by Ghostwhite; 05-28-2010 at 07:33 PM. |
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