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reedwesd · 09-02-2009, 11:44 PM

I am sure this has been discussed A Lot but I have a 67 c10 stepside and have done a lot of research on lowing it and adding brakes. I would like to at some point add bags to the truck so I don’t want to spend a bunch of money on stuff that I will not be able to use later. I want to do a 4.5” front drop and a 5” in the rear. I do not want to cut my bed right now and plan on doing a bolt in notch. I also want to change it to 5x5 bolt pattern. Could you guys look over this set up and tell me what you would change.

Front Brake set up.
http://www.earlyclassic.com/catalog....version%20Kits

Rear Axel kit
http://www.performanceonline.com/sto...cat=450&page=2

Lowering Kit
http://www.classicperform.com/Store/...6372CSSK-D.htm

PBFAB.COM · 09-03-2009, 12:27 AM

I would recommend purchasing it all from ECE.

jasonb72 · 09-03-2009, 12:37 AM

I second that, the customer support and service you get from ECE and Stan is far superior than the others.

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Originally Posted by porterbuilt

I would recommend purchasing it all from ECE.

Tx Firefighter · 09-03-2009, 06:38 AM

Just make one big order from ECE. You won't be sorry. I've been ordering from them regularly for 15 years.

**lolife99** · 09-03-2009, 09:06 AM

x4 for ECE.
Also,... tell Stan or Mark you got their companies product suggestion on this website.

So many people use and love their products,... I'm trying to eventually get them onboard here as a member/vendor!

SCOTI · 09-03-2009, 10:22 AM

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Originally Posted by lolife99

x4 for ECE.
Also,... tell Stan or Mark you got their companies product suggestion on this website.

So many people use and love their products,... I'm trying to eventually get them onboard here as a member/vendor!

Your not the only one . . ....

bdydrp97s10 · 09-03-2009, 10:28 AM

if you want front disk brakes.. look into a 73 up front crossmember. they are
5x5 and disk brake and they can be had for about $100 dollars.

and they bolt right into the frame.

72BlckButy · 09-03-2009, 02:54 PM

reedwesd, I recently did this same install on my '69 (except kept 6-lug setup w/ 6" drop in the rear) and I ordered all my parts from ECE. While you can get a cheaper price from other vendors, their products and service as second to none.

I only had one issue (M/C cap was bent) and all it took was one call to Mark and I had a new one to me within a few days. Everything bolted together just as it should, and all the pieces were there the first time.

Also, as far as a notch in the rear, a notch will not be required for a 6" rear drop. We even left out the bump stops and I have yet to bottom out once. Here's a quick comparison shot for you on the 4.5/6 vs 4.5/5 spring drop. Now the wheel/tire size does play a role, but it will give you a good idea of what to expect.

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jasonb72 · 09-05-2009, 12:03 AM

I thought I saw Stan on here the board some time back. I could have swore I talked to him about it when he joined up. Don't think their vendor status yet>

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Originally Posted by lolife99

x4 for ECE.
Also,... tell Stan or Mark you got their companies product suggestion on this website.

So many people use and love their products,... I'm trying to eventually get them onboard here as a member/vendor!

PBFAB.COM · 09-05-2009, 12:31 PM

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Originally Posted by lolife99

x4 for ECE.
Also,... tell Stan or Mark you got their companies product suggestion on this website.

So many people use and love their products,... I'm trying to eventually get them onboard here as a member/vendor!

Keep in mind that Porterbuilt Street Rods is a dealer for ECE. I take good care of all the board members, as they generate a large part of my business.

SCOTI · 09-05-2009, 12:43 PM

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Originally Posted by porterbuilt

Keep in mind that Porterbuilt Street Rods is a dealer for ECE. I take good care of all the board members, as they generate a large part of my business.

Some more than others . . .....

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C10Sim · 09-05-2009, 01:22 PM

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Originally Posted by SCOTI

Some more than others . . .....

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09-02-2009, 11:44 PM	#1
reedwesd Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Winchester TN Posts: 15	Experts Please look over this setup. I am sure this has been discussed A Lot but I have a 67 c10 stepside and have done a lot of research on lowing it and adding brakes. I would like to at some point add bags to the truck so I don’t want to spend a bunch of money on stuff that I will not be able to use later. I want to do a 4.5” front drop and a 5” in the rear. I do not want to cut my bed right now and plan on doing a bolt in notch. I also want to change it to 5x5 bolt pattern. Could you guys look over this set up and tell me what you would change. Front Brake set up. http://www.earlyclassic.com/catalog....version%20Kits Rear Axel kit http://www.performanceonline.com/sto...cat=450&page=2 Lowering Kit http://www.classicperform.com/Store/...6372CSSK-D.htm

09-03-2009, 12:27 AM	#2
PBFAB.COM Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Mesa,Az Posts: 3,981	Re: Experts Please look over this setup. I would recommend purchasing it all from ECE. __________________ 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!

09-03-2009, 06:38 AM	#4
Tx Firefighter Watch out for your cornhole ! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Azle, Texas Posts: 14,162	Re: Experts Please look over this setup. Just make one big order from ECE. You won't be sorry. I've been ordering from them regularly for 15 years. __________________ I'm on the Instagram- @Gearhead_Kevin

09-03-2009, 09:06 AM	#5
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,716	Re: Experts Please look over this setup. x4 for ECE. Also,... tell Stan or Mark you got their companies product suggestion on this website. So many people use and love their products,... I'm trying to eventually get them onboard here as a member/vendor! __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823 Last edited by lolife99; 09-03-2009 at 09:06 AM.

09-03-2009, 10:28 AM	#7
bdydrp97s10 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Johnson City TN Posts: 570	Re: Experts Please look over this setup. if you want front disk brakes.. look into a 73 up front crossmember. they are 5x5 and disk brake and they can be had for about $100 dollars. and they bolt right into the frame. __________________ My build thread--http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=300333 Last edited by bdydrp97s10; 09-03-2009 at 10:29 AM.

09-03-2009, 02:54 PM	#8
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Experts Please look over this setup. reedwesd, I recently did this same install on my '69 (except kept 6-lug setup w/ 6" drop in the rear) and I ordered all my parts from ECE. While you can get a cheaper price from other vendors, their products and service as second to none. I only had one issue (M/C cap was bent) and all it took was one call to Mark and I had a new one to me within a few days. Everything bolted together just as it should, and all the pieces were there the first time. Also, as far as a notch in the rear, a notch will not be required for a 6" rear drop. We even left out the bump stops and I have yet to bottom out once. Here's a quick comparison shot for you on the 4.5/6 vs 4.5/5 spring drop. Now the wheel/tire size does play a role, but it will give you a good idea of what to expect. __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)



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