Porterbuilt forward/narrowed. VS stock control arms... - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Robznob11 · 10-14-2016, 10:27 PM

Hey guys I could not find much information on these before my install so I figured i would start a thread for others to reference. I'm only half way done with on side so here are the before pics as well as side by side comparison of the arms....

tinydb84 · 10-14-2016, 11:09 PM

I'm jealous....I have Porterbuilt dreams on a junkyard budget.

Robznob11 · 10-14-2016, 11:15 PM

Me too...17 years in the making!

Robznob11 · 10-15-2016, 09:24 PM

It will go lower but it will require cutting my fenders more and relocating my break booster. So I'm gonna leave it be...and put a stop to limit travel. I still need to do the other front side...
The new arms definitely gave me the clearance for turning in needed.

68is4me · 10-16-2016, 07:39 PM

On your before picture were you also bagged? I am also going to do the pb arms when money allows.

Robznob11 · 10-16-2016, 08:01 PM

No sir, 1" drop springs, 2 1/2 drop spindles, 6" drop rears. 3" body drop

Willie Makeit · 10-17-2016, 11:09 AM

does anyone offer 1" narrow / 1" back control arms other than PB?

I am in the market today and would love to buy the PB arms, but my schedule doesn't allow for 4-6 weeks lead-time.

Robznob11 · 10-17-2016, 11:32 AM

Well if you contact Dave through email you will find they will get you squared up quick. They told me 4 weeks but I had them in two....let them know your a board member and they may sweeten the deal for you! porterbuiltdirect@gmail.com

Robznob11 · 10-17-2016, 11:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Willie Makeit

does anyone offer 1" narrow / 1" back control arms other than PB?

I am in the market today and would love to buy the PB arms, but my schedule doesn't allow for 4-6 weeks lead-time.

Ps they are 1" forward

bbbc10 · 10-17-2016, 04:03 PM

Ur gonna be looking at 4-6 weeks from anybody that u order from.....Michigan metal works could make some....but why u want 1" back??

Willie Makeit · 10-17-2016, 04:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bbbc10

Ur gonna be looking at 4-6 weeks from anybody that u order from.....Michigan metal works could make some....but why u want 1" back??

as corrected above: forward, my bad

tinydb84 · 10-17-2016, 05:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Willie Makeit

does anyone offer 1" narrow / 1" back control arms other than PB?

I am in the market today and would love to buy the PB arms, but my schedule doesn't allow for 4-6 weeks lead-time.

Check with this guy. He does a lot of custom orders. http://www.selfmadefab.com/

**lolife99** · 10-17-2016, 06:30 PM

Those Porterbuilt arm should be on every C10 truck with a stock crossmembers and bags.
They correct the wider track width and center the front wheels I the fender opening.
Thanks for sharing!

class01 · 10-17-2016, 08:12 PM

hey Robznob11, im at that point in my build. How are you running that airline? Inside the frame rail?

Robznob11 · 10-17-2016, 09:01 PM

I plan on running mine on the outside of frame away from exhaust. I will come through the frame just before rear bags

Ghernandez66 · 11-22-2016, 09:08 PM

This is a good thread I just ordered my control arms from PB yesterday I'm getting the forward and narrowed arms to clear my inner tubs . Hope they work ...

Robznob11 · 11-22-2016, 09:32 PM

They will. The clearance from spindle to x member is tight. And the lack of steering stops will take getting used to but other than that I can turn near lock to lock with 255/60 15 tires and 8wide wheel . 3.5 bs. Definitely helps with fender clearance when turning.

Ghernandez66 · 11-22-2016, 09:36 PM

Thanks . Did you run into issues with the tie rods and the sleeve to adjust the steering? I reed some other thread and I'm trying to figure out those issues before I ran into them..

Robznob11 · 11-22-2016, 11:09 PM

Well i have a 68 drag link and cpp custom adjusters to run 71 disc set up. It uses 68 innerspring inboard and 71 inners out board. I still Ave about 1" of adjustment on both sides left.

ramz · 01-01-2017, 11:51 PM

I got a question for you. I got the PB arms installed (running 2in springs 3in spindle) after the installation it appears the front end raised up 1/4-1/2 inch. Any ideas? Will it settle after some time?

Robznob11 · 01-02-2017, 12:35 AM

Well it should not raise since they are suposed to be at the same hight on lower arm. I cant say for sure because mine has bags. I can see it maybe rasing because since the arms are forward and narrowed that the bottom mount is moved in and forward some. I hade to work petty hard to get my lower bag mounts lined up to bolt them in because of this. That may be what caused it to raise some. I have also seen the top of the spring get a little out of seat and have to settle in....other than that not sure....they move the wheels in nicely tho!

ramz · 01-02-2017, 12:40 AM

Thanks for the reply. I'm waiting on porterbuilt to reply to my email. Will update when I hear back.
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10-14-2016, 10:27 PM	#1
Robznob11 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: brownfield texas (west texas) Posts: 1,936	Porterbuilt forward/narrowed. VS stock control arms... Hey guys I could not find much information on these before my install so I figured i would start a thread for others to reference. I'm only half way done with on side so here are the before pics as well as side by side comparison of the arms.... Attached Images __________________ The Ghost 67 short wide full custom. 550 hp LSX, 4l80E, narrowed 9". Body dropped w/air ride! ........................ ___ .........________//__{\_____ ,,,,,,,/__(⊙)___//___/__(O)_/ @disciple2.rc 💪instagram💪 LED TAILS

10-14-2016, 11:09 PM	#2
tinydb84 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: San Jose Ca Posts: 2,871	Re: Porterbuilt forward/narrowed. VS stock control arms... I'm jealous....I have Porterbuilt dreams on a junkyard budget. __________________ David Used parts build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=638991 My brother's Nova: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=727985 Rear suspension rework: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=750557 Instagram: myfabguy

10-14-2016, 11:15 PM	#3
Robznob11 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: brownfield texas (west texas) Posts: 1,936	Re: Porterbuilt forward/narrowed. VS stock control arms... Me too...17 years in the making! __________________ The Ghost 67 short wide full custom. 550 hp LSX, 4l80E, narrowed 9". Body dropped w/air ride! ........................ ___ .........________//__{\_____ ,,,,,,,/__(⊙)___//___/__(O)_/ @disciple2.rc 💪instagram💪 LED TAILS

10-15-2016, 09:24 PM	#4
Robznob11 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: brownfield texas (west texas) Posts: 1,936	Re: Porterbuilt forward/narrowed. VS stock control arms... It will go lower but it will require cutting my fenders more and relocating my break booster. So I'm gonna leave it be...and put a stop to limit travel. I still need to do the other front side... The new arms definitely gave me the clearance for turning in needed. Attached Images __________________ The Ghost 67 short wide full custom. 550 hp LSX, 4l80E, narrowed 9". Body dropped w/air ride! ........................ ___ .........________//__{\_____ ,,,,,,,/__(⊙)___//___/__(O)_/ @disciple2.rc 💪instagram💪 LED TAILS

10-16-2016, 07:39 PM	#5
68is4me Registered User Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: lakefield,mn Posts: 566	Re: Porterbuilt forward/narrowed. VS stock control arms... On your before picture were you also bagged? I am also going to do the pb arms when money allows. __________________ 68 c10 swb stepper 68 c10 swb stepper 67 c10 lwb 06 gmc duramax

10-16-2016, 08:01 PM	#6
Robznob11 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: brownfield texas (west texas) Posts: 1,936	Re: Porterbuilt forward/narrowed. VS stock control arms... No sir, 1" drop springs, 2 1/2 drop spindles, 6" drop rears. 3" body drop __________________ The Ghost 67 short wide full custom. 550 hp LSX, 4l80E, narrowed 9". Body dropped w/air ride! ........................ ___ .........________//__{\_____ ,,,,,,,/__(⊙)___//___/__(O)_/ @disciple2.rc 💪instagram💪 LED TAILS

10-17-2016, 11:09 AM	#7
Willie Makeit Registered User Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Alabama Posts: 1,235	Re: Porterbuilt forward/narrowed. VS stock control arms... does anyone offer 1" narrow / 1" back control arms other than PB? I am in the market today and would love to buy the PB arms, but my schedule doesn't allow for 4-6 weeks lead-time.

10-17-2016, 11:32 AM	#8
Robznob11 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: brownfield texas (west texas) Posts: 1,936	Re: Porterbuilt forward/narrowed. VS stock control arms... Well if you contact Dave through email you will find they will get you squared up quick. They told me 4 weeks but I had them in two....let them know your a board member and they may sweeten the deal for you! porterbuiltdirect@gmail.com __________________ The Ghost 67 short wide full custom. 550 hp LSX, 4l80E, narrowed 9". Body dropped w/air ride! ........................ ___ .........________//__{\_____ ,,,,,,,/__(⊙)___//___/__(O)_/ @disciple2.rc 💪instagram💪 LED TAILS

10-17-2016, 04:03 PM	#10
bbbc10 Diggin The SquareLife Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: garland,tx Posts: 1,933	Re: Porterbuilt forward/narrowed. VS stock control arms... Ur gonna be looking at 4-6 weeks from anybody that u order from.....Michigan metal works could make some....but why u want 1" back??

10-17-2016, 06:30 PM	#13
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,701	Re: Porterbuilt forward/narrowed. VS stock control arms... Those Porterbuilt arm should be on every C10 truck with a stock crossmembers and bags. They correct the wider track width and center the front wheels I the fender opening. Thanks for sharing! __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

10-17-2016, 08:12 PM	#14
class01 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Utah Posts: 295	Re: Porterbuilt forward/narrowed. VS stock control arms... hey Robznob11, im at that point in my build. How are you running that airline? Inside the frame rail?

10-17-2016, 09:01 PM	#15
Robznob11 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: brownfield texas (west texas) Posts: 1,936	Re: Porterbuilt forward/narrowed. VS stock control arms... I plan on running mine on the outside of frame away from exhaust. I will come through the frame just before rear bags __________________ The Ghost 67 short wide full custom. 550 hp LSX, 4l80E, narrowed 9". Body dropped w/air ride! ........................ ___ .........________//__{\_____ ,,,,,,,/__(⊙)___//___/__(O)_/ @disciple2.rc 💪instagram💪 LED TAILS

11-22-2016, 09:08 PM	#16
Ghernandez66 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Santa Rosa, California Posts: 193	Re: Porterbuilt forward/narrowed. VS stock control arms... This is a good thread I just ordered my control arms from PB yesterday I'm getting the forward and narrowed arms to clear my inner tubs . Hope they work ... __________________ My 1st build 1966 C10 Swb ..http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=668147

11-22-2016, 09:32 PM	#17
Robznob11 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: brownfield texas (west texas) Posts: 1,936	Re: Porterbuilt forward/narrowed. VS stock control arms... They will. The clearance from spindle to x member is tight. And the lack of steering stops will take getting used to but other than that I can turn near lock to lock with 255/60 15 tires and 8wide wheel . 3.5 bs. Definitely helps with fender clearance when turning. Attached Images __________________ The Ghost 67 short wide full custom. 550 hp LSX, 4l80E, narrowed 9". Body dropped w/air ride! ........................ ___ .........________//__{\_____ ,,,,,,,/__(⊙)___//___/__(O)_/ @disciple2.rc 💪instagram💪 LED TAILS

11-22-2016, 09:36 PM	#18
Ghernandez66 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Santa Rosa, California Posts: 193	Re: Porterbuilt forward/narrowed. VS stock control arms... Thanks . Did you run into issues with the tie rods and the sleeve to adjust the steering? I reed some other thread and I'm trying to figure out those issues before I ran into them.. __________________ My 1st build 1966 C10 Swb ..http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=668147



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11-22-2016, 11:09 PM	#19
Robznob11 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: brownfield texas (west texas) Posts: 1,936	Re: Porterbuilt forward/narrowed. VS stock control arms... Well i have a 68 drag link and cpp custom adjusters to run 71 disc set up. It uses 68 innerspring inboard and 71 inners out board. I still Ave about 1" of adjustment on both sides left. __________________ The Ghost 67 short wide full custom. 550 hp LSX, 4l80E, narrowed 9". Body dropped w/air ride! ........................ ___ .........________//__{\_____ ,,,,,,,/__(⊙)___//___/__(O)_/ @disciple2.rc 💪instagram💪 LED TAILS

01-01-2017, 11:51 PM	#20
ramz Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 205	Re: Porterbuilt forward/narrowed. VS stock control arms... I got a question for you. I got the PB arms installed (running 2in springs 3in spindle) after the installation it appears the front end raised up 1/4-1/2 inch. Any ideas? Will it settle after some time?

01-02-2017, 12:35 AM	#21
Robznob11 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: brownfield texas (west texas) Posts: 1,936	Re: Porterbuilt forward/narrowed. VS stock control arms... Well it should not raise since they are suposed to be at the same hight on lower arm. I cant say for sure because mine has bags. I can see it maybe rasing because since the arms are forward and narrowed that the bottom mount is moved in and forward some. I hade to work petty hard to get my lower bag mounts lined up to bolt them in because of this. That may be what caused it to raise some. I have also seen the top of the spring get a little out of seat and have to settle in....other than that not sure....they move the wheels in nicely tho! __________________ The Ghost 67 short wide full custom. 550 hp LSX, 4l80E, narrowed 9". Body dropped w/air ride! ........................ ___ .........________//__{\_____ ,,,,,,,/__(⊙)___//___/__(O)_/ @disciple2.rc 💪instagram💪 LED TAILS

01-02-2017, 12:40 AM	#22
ramz Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 205	Re: Porterbuilt forward/narrowed. VS stock control arms... Thanks for the reply. I'm waiting on porterbuilt to reply to my email. Will update when I hear back. Posted via Mobile Device

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