Shocks and track bar for bags

[clemsonteg]

I have gathered the parts to bag the rear of my 70 c10 truck. Right now it's a set of porterbuilt cups and 2600 bags. I don't have plans to install a c-notch now, but that may change in the future.

Right now I am thinking about the no limit shock relocation brackets and I am looking for recommendations for a rear shock. Total travel will probably be from factory ride height to the axle resting on the frame (assuming the bags allow for that much travel). Would the standard 344055 kyb gr2 drop shocks work, or is something else needed?

I am also curious if a track bar is needed at this time? As mentioned before, the right height isn't really changing for now, only the ability to air out at a stop.

[NEWFISHER]

Compressed the bags are 3". Extended they should be around 8.5 with a ride height of 5.5. Where are you placing them? If you run blocks at the rear a d spacers up at the arms the tube may not touch the frame. Yes you will need a longer track bar or when aired out the wheel will crash into the inner fender. The No Limit relocators are nice and Rob can help with the shock length for your set up when you order the relocators.
Grab lunch , a blanket and a tape measure. Spend some time underneath the rear ane with a floor jack. Raise and lower the suspension. Once you can visualize whats going on and where, it will make sense. I spent longer times under the rig looking than I did cutting and welding.

[clemsonteg]

Originally Posted by NEWFISHER

Compressed the bags are 3". Extended they should be around 8.5 with a ride height of 5.5. Where are you placing them? If you run blocks at the rear a d spacers up at the arms the tube may not touch the frame. Yes you will need a longer track bar or when aired out the wheel will crash into the inner fender. The No Limit relocators are nice and Rob can help with the shock length for your set up when you order the relocators.
Grab lunch , a blanket and a tape measure. Spend some time underneath the rear ane with a floor jack. Raise and lower the suspension. Once you can visualize whats going on and where, it will make sense. I spent longer times under the rig looking than I did cutting and welding.

Thanks. I may talk with No Limit directly to see what they suggest.

I think I understand the reasoning for having a longer track bar when lowered, but wouldn't having a longer track bar at factory ride height have the same effect in the opposite direction?

[PBFAB.COM]

Originally Posted by clemsonteg

I have gathered the parts to bag the rear of my 70 c10 truck. Right now it's a set of porterbuilt cups and 2600 bags. I don't have plans to install a c-notch now, but that may change in the future.

Right now I am thinking about the no limit shock relocation brackets and I am looking for recommendations for a rear shock. Total travel will probably be from factory ride height to the axle resting on the frame (assuming the bags allow for that much travel). Would the standard 344055 kyb gr2 drop shocks work, or is something else needed?

I am also curious if a track bar is needed at this time? As mentioned before, the right height isn't really changing for now, only the ability to air out at a stop.

We have a trac bar and shock relocation kit that is designed to work with the bags and cups you already have. Feel free to email us with any questions.

sales@pbfab.com

Nate

[clemsonteg]

Originally Posted by PBFAB.COM

We have a trac bar and shock relocation kit that is designed to work with the bags and cups you already have. Feel free to email us with any questions.

sales@pbfab.com

Nate

Thanks Nate. Your track bar is definitely at the top of my list. Unfortunately envy thing on my list cost money so I'm trying to figure out which parts I need to get started and which parts I can delay until I replenish my funds!

[PBFAB.COM]

Originally Posted by clemsonteg

Thanks Nate. Your track bar is definitely at the top of my list. Unfortunately envy thing on my list cost money so I'm trying to figure out which parts I need to get started and which parts I can delay until I replenish my funds!

We understand 100% and are also happy work with helping you maximize your budget and make a plan to where the end goal is in mind. Purchasing in stages is a good way to go.... just want to make sure a solid plan is in place to where you spend the money in the right order so nothing is wasted.

Nate

[clemsonteg]

Originally Posted by PBFAB.COM

We understand 100% and are also happy work with helping you maximize your budget and make a plan to where the end goal is in mind. Purchasing in stages is a good way to go.... just want to make sure a solid plan is in place to where you spend the money in the right order so nothing is wasted.

Nate

I appreciate that. Can you comment if your track bar will fit in a stage 1 rear application at ride height (which I understand to be approximately the same as factory).

[PBFAB.COM]

Originally Posted by clemsonteg

I appreciate that. Can you comment if your track bar will fit in a stage 1 rear application at ride height (which I understand to be approximately the same as factory).

It will fit just fine. There is some adjustability built into the bar to allow it to be dialed in just right.

Nate