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**1970 CST Short Wide** · 05-29-2011, 06:21 PM

So I sold my Quad and decided it was time to redo the suspension on the 70. One call to ECE, Early Classic Enterprises, and presto I’ve got everything I need AND it showed up 2 days after I ordered it. Granted there in LA and I’m in the Bay Area but WOW that was quick, , Thanks ECE. I ordered the 4/6 drop kit and the new Trailing arms with cross member. The quality of these parts is phenomenal, nice powder coating and ALL the nuts and bolts to go along with it. It may be a little while before I get it all installed but I’ll get some pics as soon as I can.
1st pic is All the Boxes, Man just like Xmas
2nd pic is all the new parts all laid out, I forgot to show the springs but it came with all new ones, Pretty
3rd pic is the Truck Before shot. The After shot will follow soon
Last but not least is my Partner King Leonidas AKA Leo our American Bull Dog, He loves to ride in the truck

myoldchevytruck · 05-29-2011, 06:29 PM

Christmas in May.......You gotta love when that UPS truck comes to your house

GASoline71 · 05-29-2011, 06:37 PM

Like to know how well that crossmember will fit your truck. I am wanting to switch from leafs to trailing arms. Looks like a nice setup.

Gary

weircc · 05-29-2011, 06:58 PM

have fun removing old cross member it was a royal pain with cab on anyways

68chevyLQ4 · 05-29-2011, 07:54 PM

Actually ECE is in Fresno Ca. about 5 hrs north of LA. I live 10 min from them and pick my parts up in person. Good guys very helpful. I might be getting the same setup. Your truck looks great.

There store is located at 5843 E Clinton Ave, Fresno, California 93727

**1970 CST Short Wide** · 05-29-2011, 08:46 PM

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Originally Posted by 68chevyLQ4

Actually ECE is in Fresno Ca. about 5 hrs north of LA. I live 10 min from them and pick my parts up in person. Good guys very helpful. I might be getting the same setup. Your truck looks great.

There store is located at 5843 E Clinton Ave, Fresno, California 93727

That does help explain the quick delivery, either way the guys were Great.

I'm not looking forward the removing the XMember it looks like a pain in the Arss, I'll be taking my time on this one

**70cst** · 05-30-2011, 12:01 AM

Looks like future bonding time

OldSkool71 · 05-30-2011, 02:34 AM

Congrats on the new parts. ECE is great. Bought similar set up years ago for my first truck. Purchased my current truck from Mark at ECE. Loaded with alot of their parts. Mark and the crew are really great guys. You will not be disappointed.
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**KevsClassics** · 05-30-2011, 03:27 AM

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Originally Posted by OldSkool71

Congrats on the new parts. ECE is great. Bought similar set up hears ago for my first truck. Purchased my current truck from Mark at ECE. Loaded with alot of there parts. Mark and the crew are really great guys. You will not be disappointed.
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I knew I seen your truck before.
Yes ECE sells top quality parts and the guys are awesome.

**special-K** · 05-30-2011, 05:49 AM

Good move. ECE is the best. They are GM Truck guys first and foremost. No compromises on quality.

RCbowtie69 · 05-30-2011, 09:29 AM

ECE is the best,i brought my kit from them for my 69

**70cst** · 05-30-2011, 09:39 AM

I purchased my ECE parts from Stan...Great Great service! Oh yes...the parts were first class also.

**72 Super** · 05-30-2011, 09:40 AM

That set up is nice. I like your partner, bet he likes to ride and serves as a good alarm too!

Ray

71STPSDE · 05-30-2011, 10:19 AM

I have the exact same setup as you. The quality of the parts are topnotch. I'll always buy from them.

**1970 CST Short Wide** · 05-30-2011, 11:45 AM

Thanks for all the good comment. I'll be out of town next week end so it will be a while before I can post more Pics but I will as soon as its done. My Son and I did the front end this week end but thats all. Yes Leo loves the truck and is a great partner

68 IRON · 05-30-2011, 12:53 PM

I'm gonna be watchin this one....good lookin' truck too! Will you have to notch the frame?

**1970 CST Short Wide** · 05-30-2011, 06:05 PM

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Originally Posted by 68 IRON

I'm gonna be watchin this one....good lookin' truck too! Will you have to notch the frame?

The Guys at ECE said NO on the C-Notch. They don't care for them don't sell them and hate to see any unnecessary cutting of a frame. We'll have to see how much clearance I have when I get done. I'd rather NOT do a C-Notch.
By the way the front went together with out a hitch, I hope ECE reads these posts, I have nothing but good words for them.

72BlckButy · 05-30-2011, 09:05 PM

You will not need a c-notch... trust me.

You have picked the best drop kit on the market; ECE offers the best products and services.

ProStreet83C10 · 05-30-2011, 09:16 PM

nice....too bad ECE doesnt offer anything for us 73-87 guys

68chevyLQ4 · 06-08-2011, 08:39 PM

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Dano69c10 · 06-08-2011, 09:11 PM

I like the look of their trailing arms. Let us know how they work. I'd like to get a pair for my truck.

**1970 CST Short Wide** · 06-08-2011, 10:06 PM

I'm back in town and will have more pic's this week end. Center support is goning to be a pain in the arss to get out.

68chevyLQ4 · 06-09-2011, 12:18 AM

sweet looking forward to the pics

68Stepbed · 06-09-2011, 08:09 AM

Well, hurry up! We wana see Pichers!!!!!

**1970 CST Short Wide** · 06-10-2011, 09:55 AM

Made some progress. The rivits are a real pain. All but 2 are out and they are the hardest ones to get too. Should have it out tonight or tomorrow for sure then all back together. Thank God I have my boys helping me. My youngest Son did most of the rivit removal. Once I'm done I can have the exhaust redone to go though the X Member, I love it

05-29-2011, 06:21 PM	#1
1970 CST Short Wide Senior Moment Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Pittsburg Ca Posts: 4,129	ECE Early Classic Enterprises UP- DATE So I sold my Quad and decided it was time to redo the suspension on the 70. One call to ECE, Early Classic Enterprises, and presto I’ve got everything I need AND it showed up 2 days after I ordered it. Granted there in LA and I’m in the Bay Area but WOW that was quick, , Thanks ECE. I ordered the 4/6 drop kit and the new Trailing arms with cross member. The quality of these parts is phenomenal, nice powder coating and ALL the nuts and bolts to go along with it. It may be a little while before I get it all installed but I’ll get some pics as soon as I can. 1st pic is All the Boxes, Man just like Xmas 2nd pic is all the new parts all laid out, I forgot to show the springs but it came with all new ones, Pretty 3rd pic is the Truck Before shot. The After shot will follow soon Last but not least is my Partner King Leonidas AKA Leo our American Bull Dog, He loves to ride in the truck Attached Images __________________ 1970 CST LS 1 6 speed Ford 9 inch Detroit Tru Track, Dakota Didgital, Vintage Air, QA1 Coil Overs Front & Rear Lots of FUN 2013 GMC PU, Oldest Son 71 GMC LWB. QA1 Suspension, Angry SB. Youngest Son 2019 GMC Diesil Dually. Youngest Son 2017 Toyota SUV Daughters car 2018 Traverse , Wife’s Ride Pittsburg Ca 94565 Last edited by 1970 CST Short Wide; 06-10-2011 at 09:51 AM.

05-29-2011, 06:29 PM	#2
myoldchevytruck Retired Air Force Veteran Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Pembroke Pines, Florida 33024 Posts: 1,808	Re: ECE Early Classic Enterprises Christmas in May.......You gotta love when that UPS truck comes to your house __________________ Harry 69' SWB Step Side 1/2 Ton w/68' Front Clip Swap from Leafs to Trailing Arms (Complete) Swap 6 Lug to 5 Lug (w/ Disk Brakes in Front) 3/6 Drop Help Support The Board Click Here For Information On How To Subscribe Krue's FAQ Page Vendors

05-29-2011, 06:58 PM	#4
weircc Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: richmond, MO Posts: 794	Re: ECE Early Classic Enterprises have fun removing old cross member it was a royal pain with cab on anyways Last edited by weircc; 05-29-2011 at 06:58 PM.

05-29-2011, 07:54 PM	#5
68chevyLQ4 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: California Posts: 126	Re: ECE Early Classic Enterprises Actually ECE is in Fresno Ca. about 5 hrs north of LA. I live 10 min from them and pick my parts up in person. Good guys very helpful. I might be getting the same setup. Your truck looks great. There store is located at 5843 E Clinton Ave, Fresno, California 93727 __________________ 68 Chevy C-10. swb fleetside. 6.0 4L80E swap. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=460877 Last edited by 68chevyLQ4; 05-29-2011 at 07:59 PM.

05-30-2011, 12:01 AM	#7
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,365	Re: ECE Early Classic Enterprises Looks like future bonding time __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder!

05-30-2011, 02:34 AM	#8
OldSkool71 C/10 CLUB MEMBER Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Lakewood, CA Posts: 993	Re: ECE Early Classic Enterprises Congrats on the new parts. ECE is great. Bought similar set up years ago for my first truck. Purchased my current truck from Mark at ECE. Loaded with alot of their parts. Mark and the crew are really great guys. You will not be disappointed. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ -Ron- Last edited by OldSkool71; 06-01-2011 at 02:07 PM.

05-30-2011, 05:49 AM	#10
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,859	Re: ECE Early Classic Enterprises Good move. ECE is the best. They are GM Truck guys first and foremost. No compromises on quality. __________________ "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 ~

05-30-2011, 09:29 AM	#11
RCbowtie69 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Thomasville, NC Posts: 1,877	Re: ECE Early Classic Enterprises ECE is the best,i brought my kit from them for my 69 __________________ My Truck: 2.5 drop front, 4 & 5/8 in rear, 350cubic in. been bored .60 over, 700r4 (soon), 3 speed (on tree for now).rims & tires size,15x8 ralleys 5 on 5,P275/60R15. Members I have met: Pickupman, 1972 Super Cheyenne, Stepside,Chis Mc Bride. tsnow67,joel.e,

05-30-2011, 09:39 AM	#12
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,365	Re: ECE Early Classic Enterprises *I purchased my ECE parts from Stan...Great Great service! Oh yes...the parts were first class also.* __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder! Last edited by 70cst; 05-30-2011 at 09:40 AM.

05-30-2011, 09:40 AM	#13
72 Super Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Hyattsville, Maryland Posts: 3,686	Re: ECE Early Classic Enterprises That set up is nice. I like your partner, bet he likes to ride and serves as a good alarm too! Ray __________________ 72 Cheyenne Super (Purchased new by my parents in August of 71) Black and White

05-30-2011, 10:19 AM	#14
71STPSDE Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 296	Re: ECE Early Classic Enterprises I have the exact same setup as you. The quality of the parts are topnotch. I'll always buy from them. __________________ 71 Chevy Stepside 377/350

05-30-2011, 11:45 AM	#15
1970 CST Short Wide Senior Moment Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Pittsburg Ca Posts: 4,129	Re: ECE Early Classic Enterprises Thanks for all the good comment. I'll be out of town next week end so it will be a while before I can post more Pics but I will as soon as its done. My Son and I did the front end this week end but thats all. Yes Leo loves the truck and is a great partner __________________ 1970 CST LS 1 6 speed Ford 9 inch Detroit Tru Track, Dakota Didgital, Vintage Air, QA1 Coil Overs Front & Rear Lots of FUN 2013 GMC PU, Oldest Son 71 GMC LWB. QA1 Suspension, Angry SB. Youngest Son 2019 GMC Diesil Dually. Youngest Son 2017 Toyota SUV Daughters car 2018 Traverse , Wife’s Ride Pittsburg Ca 94565

05-30-2011, 12:53 PM	#16
68 IRON Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Olympia, WA Posts: 736	Re: ECE Early Classic Enterprises I'm gonna be watchin this one....good lookin' truck too! Will you have to notch the frame?

05-30-2011, 09:05 PM	#18
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: ECE Early Classic Enterprises You will not need a c-notch... trust me. You have picked the best drop kit on the market; ECE offers the best products and services. __________________ -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)

05-30-2011, 09:16 PM	#19
ProStreet83C10 Drag Racer Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Mason City, Iowa Posts: 1,276	Re: ECE Early Classic Enterprises nice....too bad ECE doesnt offer anything for us 73-87 guys __________________ Zach Hall 1983 Chevy C10 R/T: .194 60': 2.322 330: 6.379 1/8: 9.803 MPH: 71.37 1000: 12.781 1/4: 15.314 MPH: 88.79



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06-08-2011, 08:39 PM	#20
68chevyLQ4 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: California Posts: 126	Re: ECE Early Classic Enterprises deleted __________________ 68 Chevy C-10. swb fleetside. 6.0 4L80E swap. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=460877 Last edited by 68chevyLQ4; 06-08-2011 at 08:40 PM. Reason: oops

06-08-2011, 09:11 PM	#21
Dano69c10 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Ontario, Kali Posts: 2,427	Re: ECE Early Classic Enterprises I like the look of their trailing arms. Let us know how they work. I'd like to get a pair for my truck. __________________ '69 Fleet It ain't yours, if you didn't build it!

06-08-2011, 10:06 PM	#22
1970 CST Short Wide Senior Moment Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Pittsburg Ca Posts: 4,129	Re: ECE Early Classic Enterprises I'm back in town and will have more pic's this week end. Center support is goning to be a pain in the arss to get out. __________________ 1970 CST LS 1 6 speed Ford 9 inch Detroit Tru Track, Dakota Didgital, Vintage Air, QA1 Coil Overs Front & Rear Lots of FUN 2013 GMC PU, Oldest Son 71 GMC LWB. QA1 Suspension, Angry SB. Youngest Son 2019 GMC Diesil Dually. Youngest Son 2017 Toyota SUV Daughters car 2018 Traverse , Wife’s Ride Pittsburg Ca 94565

06-09-2011, 12:18 AM	#23
68chevyLQ4 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: California Posts: 126	Re: ECE Early Classic Enterprises sweet looking forward to the pics __________________ 68 Chevy C-10. swb fleetside. 6.0 4L80E swap. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=460877

06-09-2011, 08:09 AM	#24
68Stepbed Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: 10-Uh-See Posts: 5,609	Re: ECE Early Classic Enterprises Well, hurry up! We wana see Pichers!!!!! __________________ Matt 68 C10 stepside, LS1/700R4, TCI Engineering suspension system

06-10-2011, 09:55 AM	#25
1970 CST Short Wide Senior Moment Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Pittsburg Ca Posts: 4,129	Re: ECE Early Classic Enterprises UP-Date Made some progress. The rivits are a real pain. All but 2 are out and they are the hardest ones to get too. Should have it out tonight or tomorrow for sure then all back together. Thank God I have my boys helping me. My youngest Son did most of the rivit removal. Once I'm done I can have the exhaust redone to go though the X Member, I love it Attached Images __________________ 1970 CST LS 1 6 speed Ford 9 inch Detroit Tru Track, Dakota Didgital, Vintage Air, QA1 Coil Overs Front & Rear Lots of FUN 2013 GMC PU, Oldest Son 71 GMC LWB. QA1 Suspension, Angry SB. Youngest Son 2019 GMC Diesil Dually. Youngest Son 2017 Toyota SUV Daughters car 2018 Traverse , Wife’s Ride Pittsburg Ca 94565 Last edited by 1970 CST Short Wide; 06-10-2011 at 09:57 AM.

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