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FRENCHBLUE72 · 03-21-2007, 08:45 PM

Well I ve been waiting on my strong arms to show up and they did today hell ya... First the positive great looking parts and they showed up quick nathan (porterbuilt)was very good to me and treated me right I would recomened anyone to buy from him. Ken (xxl)thanks for the info and recommendations to go with nathan.. Now the bad seems like for the cash you would get some braggin stickers but no? Also the box that the parts came in (from air ride not nathan) looked like it got drop kicked by a jack ass into the back of the truck even though the parts all look great the shippers should get a azz whoopin.. Any ways just wanted to say thanks to porterbuilt and xxl... here the pics of the cool box..

IvelDesigns · 03-21-2007, 10:16 PM

what about the parts???!?!?!

my kids like the boxes.... everyone else like seeing the parts

67Fleet · 03-21-2007, 10:21 PM

Yeah, we want to see what's INSIDE the box.....

FRENCHBLUE72 · 03-21-2007, 10:22 PM

Im not sure what to do the instructions say not to open..... parts are outta the box not and should be on by this weekend gonna have to wait untill then ..

67Fleet · 03-21-2007, 10:44 PM

Looks to me like they don't want you to open the instructions, not the box!

FRENCHBLUE72 · 03-24-2007, 07:22 AM

Starting the install this am will take pics from start to finish......... gonna be a long day..

FRENCHBLUE72 · 03-24-2007, 01:21 PM

Started with the frame being in primer and getting some por-15 on it 2 coats..

FRENCHBLUE72 · 03-24-2007, 01:26 PM

got my sectioned crossmember ready and all the parts outta the box spent some time drilling the holes for the airbag mounts and then bolted the crossmember in so far so good.

FRENCHBLUE72 · 03-24-2007, 01:28 PM

crossmember in and bags bolted up .. more pics later on lunch right now..

[ol'Blue] · 03-24-2007, 02:50 PM

sweet!

FRENCHBLUE72 · 03-24-2007, 03:20 PM

Got her gone this is just for mock up so I can see what still needs to be done gonna try to get the shims ans u-bolts powder coated tonight...

FRENCHBLUE72 · 03-24-2007, 03:24 PM

Here it is done and on the ground the last pic is of the height before and now its about 3 1/2 inches front the concret. I had to take the shocks off to get it to sit that low as they were bottoming out anyone have any suggestions as what to do with the shocks??

PBFAB.COM · 03-24-2007, 03:32 PM

I think you didn't get the upper shock mounts that WERE SUPPOSED TO COME with the kit. You have the 'new design' on the lower control arm where the shock mount tab is on top of the arm, this causes the upper shock mount to be relocated up higher. If you're missing the upper mount, let me know so we can make sure it gets out to you.

jlaird · 03-24-2007, 05:04 PM

awesome job man. Im a little behind you . I just sectioned my crossmember today. Can't wait to see what you do about your steering. That's an unknown for me right now so maybe I'll learn something from what you do.

FRENCHBLUE72 · 03-24-2007, 06:08 PM

Hey nathan thanks alot for the parts they are b!tchin... The only shock mounts that I got were the studs that go into the stock location is there something that I am missing?? this pic shows everything that was in the box minus the instructions..

PBFAB.COM · 03-24-2007, 10:20 PM

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Originally Posted by FRENCHBLUE72

Hey nathan thanks alot for the parts they are b!tchin... The only shock mounts that I got were the studs that go into the stock location is there something that I am missing?? this pic shows everything that was in the box minus the instructions..

I am not exactly sure on this, and will have to verify... but from what I understood, the shocks were supposed to have a stud on top, and a new shock mount that bolts to the frame. Your lower arms are one of the first 'new design' sets that wen out (I still haven't got mine yet... they were supposed to arrive Friday, but UPS misplaced them???). The change was necessary due to the relocation of the lower shock mount. I will call the guys at Air Ride on Monday and see what's up.

FRENCHBLUE72 · 03-25-2007, 12:16 AM

Cool thanks just let me know.. but how ups could misplace a 70 pound box is beyond me

droppedgmc · 03-25-2007, 01:02 AM

awesome !! looking good

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Originally Posted by FRENCHBLUE72

Cool thanks just let me know.. but how ups could misplace a 70 pound box is beyond me

they probly looked at it, and said "im not gonna carry that shtuff"...so they let it sit

Slammed '87 · 03-25-2007, 09:53 AM

My shock mounts hang below the a arm. Why did ART change the design?

PBFAB.COM · 03-25-2007, 10:55 AM

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Originally Posted by FRENCHBLUE72

Cool thanks just let me know.. but how ups could misplace a 70 pound box is beyond me

Trust me... UPS can 'misplace' anything!

PBFAB.COM · 03-25-2007, 10:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Slammed '87

My shock mounts hang below the a arm. Why did ART change the design?

They moved the lower shock mount to the top side of the lower control arm for ground clearance purposes.

royo · 04-06-2007, 04:19 PM

sure would like to have a front on pic of the a frames at full drop with no body parts on

FRENCHBLUE72 · 04-06-2007, 10:13 PM

I cut away the crossmember where the inner tie rod was hitting and now it will steer at full drop as long as the fenders are off the truck... Steering works fine...... Now just waiting on the powder and the new oil pan and timing chain for the 454..

FRENCHBLUE72 · 04-06-2007, 10:13 PM

royo Ill see if I can get ya a pic..

royo · 04-07-2007, 05:46 PM

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Originally Posted by FRENCHBLUE72

royo Ill see if I can get ya a pic..

thanks man

03-21-2007, 08:45 PM	#1
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,606	Got my strong arms today..... Thanks nathan.. Well I ve been waiting on my strong arms to show up and they did today hell ya... First the positive great looking parts and they showed up quick nathan (porterbuilt)was very good to me and treated me right I would recomened anyone to buy from him. Ken (xxl)thanks for the info and recommendations to go with nathan.. Now the bad seems like for the cash you would get some braggin stickers but no? Also the box that the parts came in (from air ride not nathan) looked like it got drop kicked by a jack ass into the back of the truck even though the parts all look great the shippers should get a azz whoopin.. Any ways just wanted to say thanks to porterbuilt and xxl... here the pics of the cool box.. Attached Images __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

03-21-2007, 10:16 PM	#2
IvelDesigns Commander Taco Bello Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Des Moines, Iowa Posts: 2,232	Re: Got my strong arms today..... Thanks nathan.. what about the parts???!?!?! my kids like the boxes.... everyone else like seeing the parts __________________ Bagged '50 3600 - Bumper punchin' road kill since 2009... Bagged '69 C10 Longbed - Bumper punchin' road kill since 2007... Last edited by IvelDesigns; 03-21-2007 at 10:17 PM.

03-21-2007, 10:21 PM	#3
67Fleet Outlandish Trends - FL Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Orlando Posts: 1,396	Re: Got my strong arms today..... Thanks nathan.. Yeah, we want to see what's INSIDE the box..... __________________ -Bret 67 short-fleet sold!

03-21-2007, 10:22 PM	#4
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,606	Re: Got my strong arms today..... Thanks nathan.. Im not sure what to do the instructions say not to open..... parts are outta the box not and should be on by this weekend gonna have to wait untill then .. __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

03-21-2007, 10:44 PM	#5
67Fleet Outlandish Trends - FL Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Orlando Posts: 1,396	Re: Got my strong arms today..... Thanks nathan.. Looks to me like they don't want you to open the instructions, not the box! __________________ -Bret 67 short-fleet sold!

03-24-2007, 07:22 AM	#6
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,606	Re: Got my strong arms today..... Thanks nathan.. Starting the install this am will take pics from start to finish......... gonna be a long day.. __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

03-24-2007, 01:21 PM	#7
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,606	Re: Got my strong arms today..... Thanks nathan.. Started with the frame being in primer and getting some por-15 on it 2 coats.. Attached Images __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

03-24-2007, 01:26 PM	#8
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,606	Re: Got my strong arms today..... Thanks nathan.. got my sectioned crossmember ready and all the parts outta the box spent some time drilling the holes for the airbag mounts and then bolted the crossmember in so far so good. Attached Images __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

03-24-2007, 01:28 PM	#9
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,606	Re: Got my strong arms today..... Thanks nathan.. crossmember in and bags bolted up .. more pics later on lunch right now.. Attached Images __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

03-24-2007, 02:50 PM	#10
[ol'Blue] Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: West Texas Posts: 158	Re: Got my strong arms today..... Thanks nathan.. sweet!

03-24-2007, 03:20 PM	#11
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,606	Re: Got my strong arms today..... Thanks nathan.. Got her gone this is just for mock up so I can see what still needs to be done gonna try to get the shims ans u-bolts powder coated tonight... Attached Images __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

03-24-2007, 03:24 PM	#12
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,606	Re: Got my strong arms today..... Thanks nathan.. Here it is done and on the ground the last pic is of the height before and now its about 3 1/2 inches front the concret. I had to take the shocks off to get it to sit that low as they were bottoming out anyone have any suggestions as what to do with the shocks?? Attached Images __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

03-24-2007, 03:32 PM	#13
PBFAB.COM Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Mesa,Az Posts: 3,981	Re: Got my strong arms today..... Thanks nathan.. I think you didn't get the upper shock mounts that WERE SUPPOSED TO COME with the kit. You have the 'new design' on the lower control arm where the shock mount tab is on top of the arm, this causes the upper shock mount to be relocated up higher. If you're missing the upper mount, let me know so we can make sure it gets out to you. __________________ 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!

03-24-2007, 05:04 PM	#14
jlaird Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: johnstown, NY Posts: 2,393	Re: Got my strong arms today..... Thanks nathan.. awesome job man. Im a little behind you . I just sectioned my crossmember today. Can't wait to see what you do about your steering. That's an unknown for me right now so maybe I'll learn something from what you do.

03-24-2007, 06:08 PM	#15
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,606	Re: Got my strong arms today..... Thanks nathan.. Hey nathan thanks alot for the parts they are b!tchin... The only shock mounts that I got were the studs that go into the stock location is there something that I am missing?? this pic shows everything that was in the box minus the instructions.. Attached Images __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..



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03-25-2007, 12:16 AM	#17
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,606	Re: Got my strong arms today..... Thanks nathan.. Cool thanks just let me know.. but how ups could misplace a 70 pound box is beyond me __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

03-25-2007, 09:53 AM	#19
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04-06-2007, 10:13 PM	#23
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,606	Re: Got my strong arms today..... Thanks nathan.. I cut away the crossmember where the inner tie rod was hitting and now it will steer at full drop as long as the fenders are off the truck... Steering works fine...... Now just waiting on the powder and the new oil pan and timing chain for the 454.. __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

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