Planning out my project...suspension

[aggie91]

I am in the planning stages of my project. I have a 65 c-10 that I did a long time ago that now needs updates/repairs. My plan is to have a ride height of about 5" from the ground to the bottom of the rocker at the front fender (not the pinch weld, but the flat of the rocker panel). I will be using some sort of 4 link in the rear, 30" tall rear tire and a 26-27" tall front tire. The truck will be a steet/strip with the goals of running in the upper 11's, just not so quick that I need a roll bar.

My question is what can be done on the cheep to get a good ride with stock style parts?

I am looking at the dropmember, maybe even the C4 version. If I go that way, what are the best years to get the C$ suspension parts?

Any comments are welcome...

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Originally Posted by aggie91

I am looking at the dropmember, maybe even the C4 version. If I go that way, what are the best years to get the C$ suspension parts?

Any comments are welcome...

On the C4 parts....

Currently, you are required to run the 88-96 C4 suspension on the DropmemberC4. A DropmemberC4 that will accomodate the 84-87 components is in the works.

I believe the 84-87 components are a little cheaper, so depending on your timing, I would recommend purchasing whichever you can get the best deal on.... IF you go this route!

It will be difficult to achieve the 5" ride-height with factory parts and still maintain adequate ground clearance... unless you decide to modify the frame (Z).

[aggie91]

Thanks for the reply. I really want to do the drop member, I am glad I asked about the components. I will be going to a large swap meet next weekend and will look at parts/prices for those.

So, with the dropmember, I should not have any issues with the ride height that I want? Is that using a coil over or a shockwave set up?

Karl

[abadsvt]

Originally Posted by aggie91

Thanks for the reply. I really want to do the drop member, I am glad I asked about the components. I will be going to a large swap meet next weekend and will look at parts/prices for those.

So, with the dropmember, I should not have any issues with the ride height that I want? Is that using a coil over or a shockwave set up?

Karl

If you are worried about ground clearance i would definately go with a shockwave. That way if there are any speed bumps you can flip a switch and not worrie about it anymore. Also a 5" ride height is low but not as low as some might think. For example. My wife drives an 02 mitsubishi eclipse and it has 6" from the ground to the bottom of the car (the lowest point of the car). You will need to be cautious when driving on bumpy roads or roads with large pot holes but i think it is worth it. Anyways sounds like your truck will be pretty damn nice!!! Good luck

Josh

[aggie91]

I know what I need for now about the dropmember, anybody used the front IRS from Jim Meyer Racing? What advantages does it give?

Anyone know the weight differences between, stock, C4 Dropmentber, and the Jim Meyer IRS?

Anyone now where I can get a cad drawing of the stock 64-66 chevy swb frame? I need the side view more then the top, but all the views would be great.