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speedfoxracing · 05-19-2009, 08:50 PM

i have a 69 c10 long bed and i,m thinkin bout doing bags. i just dont know weather i should do bags or should i just get the lowering coil springs. either way for the front i have to get the drop spindles to convert to disc brake. and i want the truck 2 sit pretty low. wut do u all think i should do or wut do u all like the best ??? plz any info helps

69RAT · 05-19-2009, 08:55 PM

If you run full length headers with 2-1/2" drop spindles you'll have 5" of clearance to the collector with 28" tires. Much lower and you'll have problems! (experience)

speedfoxracing · 05-19-2009, 09:00 PM

yea well if i do coils i want 4 1/2 in the front and 5 in the rear. but with bags i can change it when i go 2 show and when i drive lower it up. which one do u think ride better ?

Hottrucks · 05-19-2009, 09:11 PM

BAG IT!!!!!!!!!

I just did mine and cup the lower A arms with drop in the spindles and it will lay out so the X memebr is 1.5" from the ground I also went for the C notch check out this thread

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...7&goto=newpost

speedfoxracing · 05-19-2009, 09:14 PM

did u do the c notch in the rear then ? like which one did u use

big_al_71 · 05-19-2009, 09:23 PM

I want to bag mine just don't feel like doing it my self

70k52wd · 05-19-2009, 09:44 PM

Either way you go, it's a lot of stuff involved. If you bag it you can always go back to coils.

*Shane* · 05-19-2009, 09:50 PM

If you static drop with springs and spindles you will wish you had bagged it within a few months.

70k52wd · 05-19-2009, 09:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shane

If you static drop with springs and spindles you will wish you had bagged it within a few months.

well said.

**Tom Vogel** · 05-20-2009, 12:09 AM

From the standpoint of useability/tuneability... bags cant be beat. Ive had both and Ill never use springs again.

Hottrucks · 05-20-2009, 05:49 AM

I used a piece of 4" pipe cut in half and a flat plate to box the frame in my C notch I also cupped the LCA's which is what gave it a great stance

caja_larga · 05-20-2009, 10:25 AM

I have bags in the rear only. And think it is the best. Rides nice and I can haul stuff. My Dad has springs in the rear and can have much of a load.

Go bags at least in the rear.

ChevLoRay · 05-20-2009, 10:28 AM

Mine is static 2.5/4.0. If I could do it over, I'd make the front 3.5 and the rear 5.0. If money ever becomes as common as grandkids, I'd go with bags on the rear, with the 3.5 on the front. As it is, I can haul a load if I need to....I just don't want to.

cdowns · 05-20-2009, 10:43 AM

i've seen more than a few baggers on the pavement with line and or bag failure not one like that with springs// if the bags fail the tow truck guys just drag it up on the rollback on the rocker panels there aint much left when they're done

**special-K** · 05-20-2009, 11:05 AM

The breaking point depends on use.I won`t notch a frame.I`d go to 6" with springs and must be careful with bottoming,very little hauling with that.%,ok with not so much load.4",you`re fine.Many peoiple are just fine with thioer springs and are happy about the money saved.I`m switching to bags,eventually because my truck will haul and tow.That is the only reasons for bags for my uses.It`s definately a thing to consider that bags add a ptential for break down.Just like air shocks back in the day.I`d never rely on them like most did to clear L60s.i`d get the springs right and use air shocks to load the suspension or air down for ride.You blow,you can`t go.Springs you put in and forget about them.

speedfoxracing · 05-20-2009, 03:55 PM

yea wut do u all think bout this kit? it comes with the bags its not a 4 link cause i,ve called the ppl. all it does is replaces the coils with bags. but for a good price wut do u all think?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...3582&viewitem=

*Shane* · 05-20-2009, 04:43 PM

And if you put functional bumpstops under it along WITH the bags you can still drive it if you lose pressure.

Never seen one stranded that used bump stops.

my67chevytruck · 05-20-2009, 05:44 PM

Lots of good points, All comes down to personal preference.. good luck with your decision....

speedfoxracing · 05-20-2009, 08:53 PM

but wut do u all think bout that kit on ebay ?

**special-K** · 05-20-2009, 08:58 PM

Linky no worky.

**N2TRUX** · 05-20-2009, 11:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by special-K

.....I won`t notch a frame....

Why?

jbristo67 · 05-21-2009, 12:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shane

If you static drop with springs and spindles you will wish you had bagged it within a few months.

Why do you say that

speedfoxracing · 05-21-2009, 02:30 PM

yea sry heres a link that will work http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Air-R...3A1|240%3A1318

or item number 260412374568
let me know wut u all think plz

*Shane* · 05-21-2009, 03:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jbristo67

Why do you say that

Experience.

70k52wd · 05-21-2009, 04:31 PM

It's an Airbagit.com kit...I have no personal experience with them. I can't knock what I don't know. I have seen some mixed reviews on this forum. I would investigate more. Or, go with the flow. Airride kits, ECE parts, Suicidedoors kits. Look at what the majority does. That's my approach. JMO

05-19-2009, 08:50 PM	#1
speedfoxracing Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: maryland Posts: 13	bags or lowering springs ????? i have a 69 c10 long bed and i,m thinkin bout doing bags. i just dont know weather i should do bags or should i just get the lowering coil springs. either way for the front i have to get the drop spindles to convert to disc brake. and i want the truck 2 sit pretty low. wut do u all think i should do or wut do u all like the best ??? plz any info helps

05-19-2009, 08:55 PM	#2
69RAT Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: hopeless in Washington Posts: 105	Re: bags or lowering springs ????? If you run full length headers with 2-1/2" drop spindles you'll have 5" of clearance to the collector with 28" tires. Much lower and you'll have problems! (experience) __________________ '69 Chevy CST#'s 396/TH400, A/C

05-19-2009, 09:00 PM	#3
speedfoxracing Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: maryland Posts: 13	Re: bags or lowering springs ????? yea well if i do coils i want 4 1/2 in the front and 5 in the rear. but with bags i can change it when i go 2 show and when i drive lower it up. which one do u think ride better ?

05-19-2009, 09:11 PM	#4
Hottrucks Redefining LowBudget Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: lebanon Cow Hampshire Posts: 4,538	Re: bags or lowering springs ????? BAG IT!!!!!!!!! I just did mine and cup the lower A arms with drop in the spindles and it will lay out so the X memebr is 1.5" from the ground I also went for the C notch check out this thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...7&goto=newpost __________________ 1970 C10 CST fleetside 472 ....big dreams little cash... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=335721 SunShine Syndicate.. Mikes Sandwich Fair Run OCT 8th 2011 http://www.thesandwichfair.com/html/...auto_show.html

05-19-2009, 09:14 PM	#5
speedfoxracing Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: maryland Posts: 13	Re: bags or lowering springs ????? did u do the c notch in the rear then ? like which one did u use

05-19-2009, 09:23 PM	#6
big_al_71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South Florida Posts: 11,375	Re: bags or lowering springs ????? I want to bag mine just don't feel like doing it my self __________________ Get your facts first, and then you can distort them as much as you please!!!!!. Sylvester's build thread >>>http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ht=big+rebuild

05-19-2009, 09:44 PM	#7
70k52wd Blaze-Air Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,117	Re: bags or lowering springs ????? Either way you go, it's a lot of stuff involved. If you bag it you can always go back to coils.

05-19-2009, 09:50 PM	#8
Shane Account Suspended Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: over yonder Posts: 14,270	Re: bags or lowering springs ????? If you static drop with springs and spindles you will wish you had bagged it within a few months.

05-20-2009, 12:09 AM	#10
Tom Vogel 2WD Jimmy Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Davis County, Utah Posts: 2,564	Re: bags or lowering springs ????? From the standpoint of useability/tuneability... bags cant be beat. Ive had both and Ill never use springs again.

05-20-2009, 05:49 AM	#11
Hottrucks Redefining LowBudget Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: lebanon Cow Hampshire Posts: 4,538	Re: bags or lowering springs ????? I used a piece of 4" pipe cut in half and a flat plate to box the frame in my C notch I also cupped the LCA's which is what gave it a great stance __________________ 1970 C10 CST fleetside 472 ....big dreams little cash... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=335721 SunShine Syndicate.. Mikes Sandwich Fair Run OCT 8th 2011 http://www.thesandwichfair.com/html/...auto_show.html

05-20-2009, 10:25 AM	#12
caja_larga Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Tucson, Az Posts: 172	Re: bags or lowering springs ????? I have bags in the rear only. And think it is the best. Rides nice and I can haul stuff. My Dad has springs in the rear and can have much of a load. Go bags at least in the rear.

05-20-2009, 10:28 AM	#13
ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	Re: bags or lowering springs ????? Mine is static 2.5/4.0. If I could do it over, I'd make the front 3.5 and the rear 5.0. If money ever becomes as common as grandkids, I'd go with bags on the rear, with the 3.5 on the front. As it is, I can haul a load if I need to....I just don't want to. __________________ Member Nr. 2770 '96 GMC Sportside; 4.3/SLT - Daily driven....constantly needs washed. '69 C-10 SWB; 350/TH400 - in limbo The older I get, the better I was.

05-20-2009, 10:43 AM	#14
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: bags or lowering springs ????? i've seen more than a few baggers on the pavement with line and or bag failure not one like that with springs// if the bags fail the tow truck guys just drag it up on the rollback on the rocker panels there aint much left when they're done __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

05-20-2009, 11:05 AM	#15
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,858	Re: bags or lowering springs ????? The breaking point depends on use.I won`t notch a frame.I`d go to 6" with springs and must be careful with bottoming,very little hauling with that.%,ok with not so much load.4",you`re fine.Many peoiple are just fine with thioer springs and are happy about the money saved.I`m switching to bags,eventually because my truck will haul and tow.That is the only reasons for bags for my uses.It`s definately a thing to consider that bags add a ptential for break down.Just like air shocks back in the day.I`d never rely on them like most did to clear L60s.i`d get the springs right and use air shocks to load the suspension or air down for ride.You blow,you can`t go.Springs you put in and forget about them. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

05-20-2009, 03:55 PM	#16
speedfoxracing Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: maryland Posts: 13	Re: bags or lowering springs ????? yea wut do u all think bout this kit? it comes with the bags its not a 4 link cause i,ve called the ppl. all it does is replaces the coils with bags. but for a good price wut do u all think? http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...3582&viewitem=



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05-20-2009, 04:43 PM	#17
Shane Account Suspended Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: over yonder Posts: 14,270	Re: bags or lowering springs ????? And if you put functional bumpstops under it along WITH the bags you can still drive it if you lose pressure. Never seen one stranded that used bump stops.

05-20-2009, 05:44 PM	#18
my67chevytruck Under Construction Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Midlothian,TX (DFW) Posts: 4,555	Re: bags or lowering springs ????? Lots of good points, All comes down to personal preference.. good luck with your decision.... __________________ Heath subscribe to the board here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=157669 FAQ how to's 1956 Chevy Apache 1967 C10 SWB FleetSide (under construction) 1969 K10 SWB FleetSide (Future Build) 1972 C10 SWB Stepside (Future Build) 56 chevy truck : http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2955823/1 67 truck build: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=281357/1 69 k10: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=389470

05-20-2009, 08:53 PM	#19
speedfoxracing Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: maryland Posts: 13	Re: bags or lowering springs ????? but wut do u all think bout that kit on ebay ?

05-20-2009, 08:58 PM	#20
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,858	Re: bags or lowering springs ????? Linky no worky. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

05-21-2009, 02:30 PM	#23
speedfoxracing Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: maryland Posts: 13	Re: bags or lowering springs ????? yea sry heres a link that will work http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Air-R...3A1\|240%3A1318 or item number 260412374568 let me know wut u all think plz

05-21-2009, 04:31 PM	#25
70k52wd Blaze-Air Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,117	Re: bags or lowering springs ????? It's an Airbagit.com kit...I have no personal experience with them. I can't knock what I don't know. I have seen some mixed reviews on this forum. I would investigate more. Or, go with the flow. Airride kits, ECE parts, Suicidedoors kits. Look at what the majority does. That's my approach. JMO

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