Lowered '64 trac bar & shock relocators - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Barn-core · 01-17-2010, 02:35 PM

So I just ordered my 3/5 drop springs from CPP, but I'm cheap so I only got the spring and shock kit. From what I've seen it looks like I will need shock relocators and an adjustable track bar. Like I said I'm cheap, is there any way I can modify the stock stuff to work? Thanks, Barn-core.

MXmaniac · 01-17-2010, 02:46 PM

You can modify the track bar by cutting it, setting it at the length you need, and sleeve the track bar at the cut with a piece of pipe and weld it back together. That's the route I'm taking.

CPPJeff just posted a pretty sweet deal on adjustable track bars though, $50 for forum members in case you hadn't seen that post yet.

I haven't decided on a good way to relocate the shocks for cheap, that's still on my list. Hopefully someone else will chime in with a good way to modify the existing components.

Oh, and welcome to the board!

SCOTI · 01-17-2010, 03:36 PM

As MXmaniac indicated, shortening & re-welding the stocker is the cheapest option. You can also shorten it, thread the ends of each half cut (LH/RH thread), & use a tie-rod sleeve to make it adjustable.

CPP has a 'kit' currently discounted to board members that's a better deal because you really want the bar as long as possible to limit the amount of shift inherent w/a Panhard bar. You could do the adjustable set-up described above using 2 OE bars to end up w/a cheap, long, adjustable bar too.

As for rear shocks, if you get some 67-72 rear lower shock mounts, you can tweak them so they function just like the brackets in a $70 shock relocator kit (the pre-67 lower brackets don't work well w/modifying).....
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=359399

Barn-core · 01-17-2010, 10:51 PM

Thanks for the info guys. What is the difference in the aftermarket shock mounts? I understand their purpose is to re-gain some travel after lowering, but what exactly do they do? How/where do they relocate the shocks? Maybe I can't modify the stock ones, but what about just making some from scratch. Also how do I measure for the correct length for my trac bar?

SCOTI · 01-17-2010, 11:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Barn-core

Thanks for the info guys. What is the difference in the aftermarket shock mounts? I understand their purpose is to re-gain some travel after lowering, but what exactly do they do? How/where do they relocate the shocks? Maybe I can't modify the stock ones, but what about just making some from scratch. Also how do I measure for the correct length for my trac bar?

They allow the upper mounting point to be raised approx 1.5" & the lower to be dropped 1.5". The shock is in the same location, the mounting points of each end are actually what's "relocated".

Barn-core · 01-21-2010, 12:19 PM

So how do I measure for correct trac bar length?

SCOTI · 01-21-2010, 02:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Barn-core

So how do I measure for correct trac bar length?

Set the truck @ ride height.
Center the rear housing w/the frame.
Measure the distance between the frame mount & the opposite rear-end mount.

*CPPJEFF* · 01-21-2010, 05:20 PM

Hey guys the relocation kit and adjustable trac-bar we manufacture are both a must on any truck that has been lowered to the point where the shocks are laying on there side or the axle is no longer centered under the truck. Guys i understand money as it is tight for everyone so let me just give you guys a deal on the relocators and the bar. If you guys need pics of an install of those shock relocators let me know. Thanks

ibad57 · 04-19-2010, 01:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CPPJEFF

Hey guys the relocation kit and adjustable trac-bar we manufacture are both a must on any truck that has been lowered to the point where the shocks are laying on there side or the axle is no longer centered under the truck. Guys i understand money as it is tight for everyone so let me just give you guys a deal on the relocators and the bar. If you guys need pics of an install of those shock relocators let me know. Thanks

so what price on kit with bar and shock locaters? also
need bolt in notch63-72cnk

*CPPJEFF* · 04-19-2010, 01:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ibad57

so what price on kit with bar and shock locaters? also
need bolt in notch63-72cnk

$100.00 for the relocators and tracbar.

**michael bustamante** · 04-19-2010, 03:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CPPJEFF

$100.00 for the relocators and tracbar.

dang now thats a deal! already have me a trac bar though

(cpp long length bar)

*CPPJEFF* · 04-19-2010, 05:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by michael bustamante

dang now thats a deal! already have me a trac bar though

(cpp long length bar)

Ok $50.00 for the relocators.

ibad57 · 04-24-2010, 08:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CPPJEFF

$100.00 for the relocators and tracbar.

so is this the kit# 6572cdtbx because i just ordered and shock relocaters were an additional charge the price you im was fine but thought it included the shock brakets
shipping order has kenny light but its Tim light

SCOTI · 04-24-2010, 09:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ibad57

so is this the kit# 6572cdtbx because i just ordered and shock relocaters were an additional charge the price you im was fine but thought it included the shock brakets
shipping order has kenny light but its Tim light

You should prob call Jeff @ CPP. I wouldn't expect him to be able to decipher what you need (or want to know) by what you just typed. I had to read that multiple times & I'm still not 100% sure. Proof-reading & punctuation go a long way toward effectively communicating your needs (I'm not being the grammer police here either).

*CPPJEFF* · 04-26-2010, 10:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SCOTI

You should prob call Jeff @ CPP. I wouldn't expect him to be able to decipher what you need (or want to know) by what you just typed. I had to read that multiple times & I'm still not 100% sure. Proof-reading & punctuation go a long way toward effectively communicating your needs (I'm not being the grammer police here either).

Good call, feel free to call me and i can answe any questions you have. Thanks 888-522-8303 ext 118.

01-17-2010, 02:35 PM	#1
Barn-core Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Marysville, CA Posts: 40	Lowered '64 trac bar & shock relocators So I just ordered my 3/5 drop springs from CPP, but I'm cheap so I only got the spring and shock kit. From what I've seen it looks like I will need shock relocators and an adjustable track bar. Like I said I'm cheap, is there any way I can modify the stock stuff to work? Thanks, Barn-core. __________________ Barn-core, contra mundum with a vengeance! "Our lady of blessed accelleration don't fail me now."

01-17-2010, 02:46 PM	#2
MXmaniac Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Denton, Texas Posts: 356	Re: Lowered '64 trac bar & shock relocators You can modify the track bar by cutting it, setting it at the length you need, and sleeve the track bar at the cut with a piece of pipe and weld it back together. That's the route I'm taking. CPPJeff just posted a pretty sweet deal on adjustable track bars though, $50 for forum members in case you hadn't seen that post yet. I haven't decided on a good way to relocate the shocks for cheap, that's still on my list. Hopefully someone else will chime in with a good way to modify the existing components. Oh, and welcome to the board! __________________ Andrew '69 C-20(292, 4-speed) Retired Daily Driver '64 C-10(250, 3-speed) Fixerupper '97 Frd Mustang GT(4.6L, 5-speed) Daily Driver If I only wanted two pedals I'd have bought a bicycle. Last edited by MXmaniac; 01-17-2010 at 02:48 PM.*

01-17-2010, 03:36 PM	#3
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,068	Re: Lowered '64 trac bar & shock relocators As MXmaniac indicated, shortening & re-welding the stocker is the cheapest option. You can also shorten it, thread the ends of each half cut (LH/RH thread), & use a tie-rod sleeve to make it adjustable. CPP has a 'kit' currently discounted to board members that's a better deal because you really want the bar as long as possible to limit the amount of shift inherent w/a Panhard bar. You could do the adjustable set-up described above using 2 OE bars to end up w/a cheap, long, adjustable bar too. As for rear shocks, if you get some 67-72 rear lower shock mounts, you can tweak them so they function just like the brackets in a $70 shock relocator kit (the pre-67 lower brackets don't work well w/modifying)..... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=359399 __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.* Last edited by SCOTI; 01-17-2010 at 03:38 PM.

01-17-2010, 10:51 PM	#4
Barn-core Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Marysville, CA Posts: 40	Re: Lowered '64 trac bar & shock relocators Thanks for the info guys. What is the difference in the aftermarket shock mounts? I understand their purpose is to re-gain some travel after lowering, but what exactly do they do? How/where do they relocate the shocks? Maybe I can't modify the stock ones, but what about just making some from scratch. Also how do I measure for the correct length for my trac bar? __________________ Barn-core, contra mundum with a vengeance! "Our lady of blessed accelleration don't fail me now."

01-21-2010, 12:19 PM	#6
Barn-core Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Marysville, CA Posts: 40	Re: Lowered '64 trac bar & shock relocators So how do I measure for correct trac bar length? __________________ Barn-core, contra mundum with a vengeance! "Our lady of blessed accelleration don't fail me now."

01-21-2010, 05:20 PM	#8
CPPJEFF Account Suspended Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Anaheim California Posts: 713	Re: Lowered '64 trac bar & shock relocators Hey guys the relocation kit and adjustable trac-bar we manufacture are both a must on any truck that has been lowered to the point where the shocks are laying on there side or the axle is no longer centered under the truck. Guys i understand money as it is tight for everyone so let me just give you guys a deal on the relocators and the bar. If you guys need pics of an install of those shock relocators let me know. Thanks

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