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CaptMadDog · 07-07-2009, 07:11 PM

in ur opinion who makes the best drop spindle for the 67-72 truck?

**N2TRUX** · 07-07-2009, 08:56 PM

It really depends on what criteria makes you feel something is "best". My personal preference is DJM. I don't know that they are better than any of the other companies out there. What I do know is they make a very good quality 3" spindle that is usually a better price than most others.

So my vote would be DJM is best.

72BlckButy · 07-07-2009, 08:59 PM

Well there are several available... but off the top of my head:

- ECE offers a 2.5" drop spindle
- CPP offers a 2.5" drop spindle
- CPP also offers a modular drop spindle (pulls the front end closer together than a standard drop spindle, but requires the larger brake upgrade)
- Several board vendors (Tim Christian,..) offer drop spindles
- AirRide Technologies offers a drop spindle as well

You can also update your front suspension to accept a 73-87 style spindle, but you will be required to upgrade your balljoints and a few other pieces. These drop spindles are generally a 3" drop.

All in all the drop spindles are pretty well the same across the board, it just depends on the company, the amount of customer service you receive, and the price.

Ackattack · 07-09-2009, 09:32 AM

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Originally Posted by 72BlckButy

Well there are several available... but off the top of my head:

- ECE offers a 2.5" drop spindle
- CPP offers a 2.5" drop spindle
- CPP also offers a modular drop spindle (pulls the front end closer together than a standard drop spindle, but requires the larger brake upgrade)
- Several board vendors (Tim Christian,..) offer drop spindles
- AirRide Technologies offers a drop spindle as well

You can also update your front suspension to accept a 73-87 style spindle, but you will be required to upgrade your balljoints and a few other pieces. These drop spindles are generally a 3" drop.

All in all the drop spindles are pretty well the same across the board, it just depends on the company, the amount of customer service you receive, and the price.

you can use stock brakes with the modular CPP spindles. You do have to use a bracket to mount up your caliper, but no biggie.

I'm swapping out my ECE drop spindles for these because of tire clearance problems and I'll be making a custom bracket to mount up some LS1 camaro dual piston aluminum calipers.

CaptMadDog · 07-09-2009, 11:35 AM

what size fronts are u guys running thats causing issues with clearence? and where is it not clearing?

thanks josh

lowestsixty7 · 07-08-2009, 12:27 AM

I like the mcgaughys drop spindle. Its all about personal preference.

PBFAB.COM · 07-08-2009, 12:45 AM

I have always thought BellTech had the best quality, but highest price.

McGaughy's makes a drop spindle that's probably the best bang for the buck.

CaptMadDog · 07-08-2009, 01:21 AM

thanks for all ur responces.
i was debating between the ece and mc gaughys.
there is only like a $20 difference between those two but u guys seem to like the mc gaughy ill prob go with them on my build.

thanks again for ur quick responces ill prob be picking ur brains again soon

72BlckButy · 07-08-2009, 07:33 AM

In the end you also have to consider the customer service factor. I have not ordered a product from McGaughy's, so I can't speak from experience, but from ECE I can. Stan/Mark and the rest of the crew at ECE are stand up and are always there to lend a helping hand.

Just my $.02...

**N2TRUX** · 07-08-2009, 09:44 AM

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Originally Posted by 72BlckButy

In the end you also have to consider the customer service factor. I have not ordered a product from McGaughy's, so I can't speak from experience...

I agree, service is important. I don't think McGaughys sells direct, so it would be on the dealer for service. We all know that Porterbuilt offers excellent service, so you might ask him about his prices...

72BlckButy · 07-08-2009, 01:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CaptMadDog

thanks guys i sent a message to porterbuilt. ill let u guys know what i decide.
while were at it anyone have a preference on drop springs for the front?

I'd say that all front springs are about the same, so my final decision would rely on the place I purchased my drop spindles. If that be Porterbuilt, ECE, McGaughy's.... I'd just order them at the same time and save a little shipping $$$.

Quote:

Originally Posted by N2TRUX

I agree, service is important. I don't think McGaughys sells direct, so it would be on the dealer for service. We all know that Porterbuilt offers excellent service, so you might ask him about his prices...

see ten · 07-08-2009, 08:21 PM

I've never heard any complaints about the fitment or customer service received from ECE...I can't say that for any other manufacturer. (Not throwing rocks at Nathan or Tim as they do not manufacture spindles or springs, both are stand up guys)

Check out the review forum and I'm sure you'll find some bad reviews of some other brands as well as complaints about customer service.

CaptMadDog · 07-08-2009, 10:19 PM

thanks guys im leaning twards the mc gaughys.

AVS_JASON · 07-08-2009, 10:06 AM

McGaughy's by far. But I am a little bias.

They make a 2.5" drop spindles for 60-87 Chevy/GMC trucks.

CaptMadDog · 07-08-2009, 11:11 AM

thanks guys i sent a message to porterbuilt. ill let u guys know what i decide.
while were at it anyone have a preference on drop springs for the front?

AVS_JASON · 07-08-2009, 01:39 PM

McGaughy's does those too. 1" & 2".

**leddzepp** · 07-08-2009, 11:58 PM

I have CPP 2.5" dropped spidles in the front of my truck. They are manufactured by Western Suspension (Made in USA) Went on with no problems, so these are the ones I would recommend

Custom 68 · 07-09-2009, 08:33 AM

I got my Mc Gaughys from GMCPaul a few years ago never had a problem with them. I am however contemplating the modular ones from CPP just because of the extra tire clearance. LIke said above it slightly narrows your track width, my swap was on my 68.
good luck
Dave

Custom 68 · 07-09-2009, 02:14 PM

my clearance is minimal only during a "dip" in the road. My tires are 275-60-15 I cant see where it has scrapped as it is very minimal but I believe it might be a bolt head or just the outer edge of the inner fender. The only drop I have is from the spindles I am using stock springs.
Dave

Ackattack · 07-09-2009, 02:54 PM

If i remember right my tires are 255/40/20 on 20x8.5 wheels with 4.25" BS. When it is fully aired out the inner fenders are sitting on the tires. Hopefully the modular CPP spindles will pull them in enough that this isn't an issue.

bdydrp97s10 · 07-09-2009, 09:21 PM

i upgraded to the 73 up front crossmember to get teh disk brakes..

and i went with the DJM 3" spindles, and they are working out well.. and i have used them in the past as well.

so i say DJM

CaptMadDog · 07-11-2009, 07:44 PM

i have a 71 with the 5 lug disk . im going with the mc gaughy's spring and spindle. thanks for all your opinions i appreciate the feedback!!!

07-07-2009, 07:11 PM	#1
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07-07-2009, 08:56 PM	#2
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: best drop spindle It really depends on what criteria makes you feel something is "best". My personal preference is DJM. I don't know that they are better than any of the other companies out there. What I do know is they make a very good quality 3" spindle that is usually a better price than most others. So my vote would be DJM is best. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

07-07-2009, 08:59 PM	#3
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: best drop spindle Well there are several available... but off the top of my head: - ECE offers a 2.5" drop spindle - CPP offers a 2.5" drop spindle - CPP also offers a modular drop spindle (pulls the front end closer together than a standard drop spindle, but requires the larger brake upgrade) - Several board vendors (Tim Christian,..) offer drop spindles - AirRide Technologies offers a drop spindle as well You can also update your front suspension to accept a 73-87 style spindle, but you will be required to upgrade your balljoints and a few other pieces. These drop spindles are generally a 3" drop. All in all the drop spindles are pretty well the same across the board, it just depends on the company, the amount of customer service you receive, and the price. __________________ -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)

07-09-2009, 11:35 AM	#5
CaptMadDog Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: stockton CA Posts: 53	Re: best drop spindle what size fronts are u guys running thats causing issues with clearence? and where is it not clearing? thanks josh __________________ My build threadhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=348729

07-08-2009, 12:27 AM	#6
lowestsixty7 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: So. Cal Posts: 61	Re: best drop spindle I like the mcgaughys drop spindle. Its all about personal preference. __________________ My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317961

07-08-2009, 12:45 AM	#7
PBFAB.COM Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Mesa,Az Posts: 3,981	Re: best drop spindle I have always thought BellTech had the best quality, but highest price. McGaughy's makes a drop spindle that's probably the best bang for the buck. __________________ 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!

07-08-2009, 01:21 AM	#8
CaptMadDog Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: stockton CA Posts: 53	Re: best drop spindle thanks for all ur responces. i was debating between the ece and mc gaughys. there is only like a $20 difference between those two but u guys seem to like the mc gaughy ill prob go with them on my build. thanks again for ur quick responces ill prob be picking ur brains again soon __________________ My build threadhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=348729

07-08-2009, 07:33 AM	#9
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: best drop spindle In the end you also have to consider the customer service factor. I have not ordered a product from McGaughy's, so I can't speak from experience, but from ECE I can. Stan/Mark and the rest of the crew at ECE are stand up and are always there to lend a helping hand. Just my $.02... __________________ -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) Last edited by 72BlckButy; 07-08-2009 at 07:33 AM.

07-08-2009, 08:21 PM	#12
see ten WTB this ad Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Lafayette Georgia Posts: 5,074	Re: best drop spindle I've never heard any complaints about the fitment or customer service received from ECE...I can't say that for any other manufacturer. (Not throwing rocks at Nathan or Tim as they do not manufacture spindles or springs, both are stand up guys) Check out the review forum and I'm sure you'll find some bad reviews of some other brands as well as complaints about customer service.

07-08-2009, 10:19 PM	#13
CaptMadDog Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: stockton CA Posts: 53	Re: best drop spindle thanks guys im leaning twards the mc gaughys. __________________ My build threadhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=348729

07-08-2009, 10:06 AM	#14
AVS_JASON AIRBAGPARTS.COM Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: CEN CAL Posts: 520	Re: best drop spindle McGaughy's by far. But I am a little bias. They make a 2.5" drop spindles for 60-87 Chevy/GMC trucks.

07-08-2009, 11:11 AM	#15
CaptMadDog Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: stockton CA Posts: 53	Re: best drop spindle thanks guys i sent a message to porterbuilt. ill let u guys know what i decide. while were at it anyone have a preference on drop springs for the front? __________________ My build threadhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=348729

07-08-2009, 01:39 PM	#16
AVS_JASON AIRBAGPARTS.COM Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: CEN CAL Posts: 520	Re: best drop spindle McGaughy's does those too. 1" & 2".

07-08-2009, 11:58 PM	#17
leddzepp Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Southern Cal Posts: 20,031	Re: best drop spindle I have CPP 2.5" dropped spidles in the front of my truck. They are manufactured by Western Suspension (Made in USA) Went on with no problems, so these are the ones I would recommend __________________ 1972 C/10 Cheyenne Super SWB. Restored, loaded, slammed. 1968 C/10 50th Anniversary LWB. Unrestored, stock, daily driver/work truck. RIP ElJay RIP 67ChevyRedneck RIP Grumpy Old Man RIP FleetsidePaul

07-09-2009, 08:33 AM	#18
Custom 68 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Springfield, MO Posts: 2,939	Re: best drop spindle I got my Mc Gaughys from GMCPaul a few years ago never had a problem with them. I am however contemplating the modular ones from CPP just because of the extra tire clearance. LIke said above it slightly narrows your track width, my swap was on my 68. good luck Dave __________________ Dave 1968 Custom Chevy with turbo charged 5.3 gen III 4l80e swap 1967-71 GMC 3/4 ton long step 4x4 (not sure what year exactly?) "A good friend will bail you out of jail...but a true friend will be sitting next to you saying "that was frekin awesome". "If it doesn't fit force it...If it breaks then it needed to be replaced anyway!"



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07-09-2009, 02:14 PM	#19
Custom 68 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Springfield, MO Posts: 2,939	Re: best drop spindle my clearance is minimal only during a "dip" in the road. My tires are 275-60-15 I cant see where it has scrapped as it is very minimal but I believe it might be a bolt head or just the outer edge of the inner fender. The only drop I have is from the spindles I am using stock springs. Dave __________________ Dave 1968 Custom Chevy with turbo charged 5.3 gen III 4l80e swap 1967-71 GMC 3/4 ton long step 4x4 (not sure what year exactly?) "A good friend will bail you out of jail...but a true friend will be sitting next to you saying "that was frekin awesome". "If it doesn't fit force it...If it breaks then it needed to be replaced anyway!"

07-09-2009, 02:54 PM	#20
Ackattack Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Valley Center KS Posts: 3,524	Re: best drop spindle If i remember right my tires are 255/40/20 on 20x8.5 wheels with 4.25" BS. When it is fully aired out the inner fenders are sitting on the tires. Hopefully the modular CPP spindles will pull them in enough that this isn't an issue. __________________ Project Bruiser: 68 Pro-Touring C-10 5.3L / 4L60E Project Ironhide: 97 GMC Crew Cab 4x4 Cummins SOLD: '69 GMC 1/2T SWB TBI'd: Project No Buck Assembly Manual Index Sign up Thread!!! Factory Service Manual Index

07-09-2009, 09:21 PM	#21
bdydrp97s10 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Johnson City TN Posts: 570	Re: best drop spindle i upgraded to the 73 up front crossmember to get teh disk brakes.. and i went with the DJM 3" spindles, and they are working out well.. and i have used them in the past as well. so i say DJM __________________ My build thread--http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=300333

07-11-2009, 07:44 PM	#22
CaptMadDog Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: stockton CA Posts: 53	Re: best drop spindle i have a 71 with the 5 lug disk . im going with the mc gaughy's spring and spindle. thanks for all your opinions i appreciate the feedback!!! __________________ My build threadhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=348729

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