ok its time for tubular control arms

[frog210]

Well i went and got a small loan of 1000 from my bank
and well i think its time too looks for some control arm tubular control arms
I have a stock suspension set up
im going to run the stock springs until i get more money for my bag set up in the future
ive got my head on either these two
open to suggestions or comments
http://www.porterbuiltfabrication.co...arting-at-1049
I like porter built but its a little pricey
http://www.ridetech.com/store/strong...ation_contents
If i have researched right from here DJM aint that great correct
O well thanks for the help

[lolife99]

I don't know what year truck you are building,... but I recommend the
"Forward Series" control arms from Porterbuilt.
They center the wheels in the front fender wheel openings.
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=537266

[cmyc5575]

Dumb question...but, Whats the advantage in having tubular a arms?

[cory d]

Originally Posted by lolife99

I don't know what year truck you are building,... but I recommend the
"Forward Series" control arms from Porterbuilt.
They center the wheels in the front fender wheel openings.
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=537266

these are a win, win. adds caster to help with understeer and it helps center teh wheels

[frog210]

okay they look pretty good left a comment and hopefully they will get back to me
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=537266&page=2

[tinydb84]

Maybe this is just me but I dont know if I would take out a loan for car parts. If I didnt have enough to buy something Id save and wait...

[Telecasterjoey]

Originally Posted by tinydb84

Maybe this is just me but I dont know if I would take out a loan for car parts. If I didnt have enough to buy something Id save and wait...

None of my business but I agree! Especially for performance parts.
But hey do what makes you happy!

[88Jimmy4x4]

What's the difference if he gets a bank loan or someone charging it on credit card? I highly doubt the majority here pays cash for every single item especially big ticket items.
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[Telecasterjoey]

Originally Posted by 88Jimmy4x4

What's the difference if he gets a bank loan or someone charging it on credit card? I highly doubt the majority here pays cash for every single item especially big ticket items.
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got me there lol, Guess it just sounds scarier when "Bank loan" Is used.
When in reality the interest rate is prolly better!

[88Jimmy4x4]

Originally Posted by Telecasterjoey

got me there lol, Guess it just sounds scarier when "Bank loan" Is used.
When in reality the interest rate is prolly better!

LOL I thought the same thing when I first read it, then thought well whats the diff

[MDc10]

There's a guy on the parts for sale board with a set of tubular arms new in the box, asking 700 I think it was.
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[frog210]

It was a small loan, plus I need to work on my credit so what's a better way then buying some parts for the truck, I have mo credit history
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[JNJchev77]

Originally Posted by frog210

It was a small loan, plus I need to work on my credit so what's a better way then buying some parts for the truck, I have mo credit history
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Go with the Porterbuilt arms!

Spend your money how you please! Some may not agree, but it's your responsibility, not theirs.

[frog210]

Yea im going ro go with their forward series but haven't got a response yet, I got the loan and they told me it was going to be 25-40 dollars a month i know they want me to take longer so I can pay more interest, but I'm going to pay at least 200-300 a month to get it done quicker, plus it will increase my credit score
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[lolife99]

I would contact Nate or Dave directly via PM here on the board,... or by contacting them by phone using the number listed on their website.

Phone: 480-297-2621 (accepts text messages)
http://porterbuiltfabrication.com/

[CrazyDave]

Originally Posted by frog210

Yea im going ro go with their forward series but haven't got a response yet, I got the loan and they told me it was going to be 25-40 dollars a month i know they want me to take longer so I can pay more interest, but I'm going to pay at least 200-300 a month to get it done quicker, plus it will increase my credit score
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Good idea that how I got mine estabished work out great and I have looked at those porterbuilt arms that is the way to go

[tinydb84]

Good point on building credit. Why not buy the dropmember first, use stock arms, then get the tubular arms after?

[f.monroe]

Originally Posted by frog210

I got the loan and they told me it was going to be 25-40 dollars a month i know they want me to take longer so I can pay more interest, but I'm going to pay at least 200-300 a month to get it done quicker, plus it will increase my credit score
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Talk to your loan officer to see if they think there is a minimum time to record payments so that it is a benefit to your credit. I know if you open an account, credit card, etc and close it too quickly it will reflect badly on your credit. I would look at making at least one year worth of payments so you have a longer record of on time payments. They also look at the total monthly credit in figuring your credit history so paying too much too fast may not be beneficial to you. Since you want to build credit you should make sure you get the most out of the loan even if it cost you a few more dollars in interest.
Good luck with the purchase and it sounds like you are headed in the right direction.
Frank
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[frog210]

Frank now that you said that I remeber them saying to make it last 6 months will start helping my credit, thanks for reminding me
Tinyd
I took my truck awhile back to replace the control arm bushings and ball joint, welll they only changed out the top CA bushings, and they said they couldn't get the bottom ball joint to stay in(I guess they were loose) so they welded them in, I think they have had a good 39 year life on them lol maybe when i take them off maybe I can fix them and sell them and make some money back
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[justpball]

Search the gulf port Mississippi Craigslist and there is a brand new set of djms for 450.00
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[king-918]

Originally Posted by 88Jimmy4x4

What's the difference if he gets a bank loan or someone charging it on credit card? I highly doubt the majority here pays cash for every single item especially big ticket items.
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I do, financially not really a idea. Loans appreciate, cars (parts) depreciate. But if you have already done it get to work!
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[DREAMER1]

Originally Posted by tinydb84

Good point on building credit. Why not buy the dropmember first, use stock arms, then get the tubular arms after?

Can't do it. Gotta use Porterbuilt a-arms and bags...I asked.
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[dealrcn]

Originally Posted by justpball

Search the gulf port Mississippi Craigslist and there is a brand new set of djms for 450.00
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I can't find these can you send me the link?
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[frog210]

Ok so as soon as I get my lappy back this week I'm gonna oder them, I'm going to get the regular ones, not the forward ones, who knows I might get a drop member in the future,
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[justpball]

http://gulfport.craigslist.org/pts/3562833970.html
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