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FRENCHBLUE72 · 12-01-2008, 11:30 PM

On the front of my 72 I have a 1 1/2 sectioned crossmember,firestone bags and strong arms. The question is can I run a dropped spindle with this set-up if so how much of a drop spindle?

**lolife99** · 12-02-2008, 12:13 AM

FRENCHBLUE72,... I think most of the drop spindles are 2.5" drop. I don't see why you couldn't run them.

I think the only time there is a problem,... is when you combine dropped spindles, with the old style (DJM for example) dropped a-arms that have a "dropped spring pocket". StrongArms won't be a problem.

FnLow69 · 12-02-2008, 12:57 AM

yep, shouldnt be a problem... i have strong arms on my frame and dropped spindles, the do sell 3" drop spindles as well as 2.5".

SCOTI · 12-02-2008, 01:40 AM

I had 2.5" spindles, Stones, & a sectioned crossmember on my 68 before I met Porter.

FRENCHBLUE72 · 12-02-2008, 08:48 AM

Sweet thanks guys I am so tryin to get this thing drivable soon I am gonna do drop members but not untill after the truck is alomost complete. I have not drove this truck in almost 9 years so ....

RunninLo · 12-02-2008, 07:35 PM

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Originally Posted by FRENCHBLUE72

Sweet thanks guys I am so tryin to get this thing drivable soon I am gonna do drop members but not untill after the truck is alomost complete. I have not drove this truck in almost 9 years so ....

It might not be a bad idea to do the DM sooner than later. It does move a few things around. I would definitely suggest getting it installed before your final chassis finish is applied due to the cutting and welding in of the steering notches. Also I wouldn't finish up any inner fenders if you plan to run them until the DM is installed. It would be a shame to put in a ton of work on them only to re-do.
Obviously you know what's best for your situation but I'm the type of guy that starts with the foundation and then builds on top. That is why I have put most of my resources into my chassis/drivetrain without even looking at body/int items.
My bare frame w/ f+r DM's is documented in my build in my sig. Check it out if you like and good luck with your project.

Josh

FRENCHBLUE72 · 12-02-2008, 09:55 PM

Thanks guys for the imput and josh I hear ya but with work slowin down and me wanting to get this thing on the road its gotta stay the way it is for now cause im getting into the i wanna do this and this and this and the list never stops...

12-01-2008, 11:30 PM	#1
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,606	Got a question here a simple one.. On the front of my 72 I have a 1 1/2 sectioned crossmember,firestone bags and strong arms. The question is can I run a dropped spindle with this set-up if so how much of a drop spindle? __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

12-02-2008, 12:13 AM	#2
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,701	Re: Got a question here a simple one.. FRENCHBLUE72,... I think most of the drop spindles are 2.5" drop. I don't see why you couldn't run them. I think the only time there is a problem,... is when you combine dropped spindles, with the old style (DJM for example) dropped a-arms that have a "dropped spring pocket". StrongArms won't be a problem. __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823 Last edited by lolife99; 12-02-2008 at 09:52 AM.

12-02-2008, 12:57 AM	#3
FnLow69 Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Washington Posts: 848	Re: Got a question here a simple one.. yep, shouldnt be a problem... i have strong arms on my frame and dropped spindles, the do sell 3" drop spindles as well as 2.5". __________________ [PROJECT] FnLow69- 69 C-10 Full frame & layin' doors [PROJECT] Laidout53 - 53' Dodge Pickup, Full Kustom Build [PROJECT] "Hot Rod" 1931 Model A Bonneville style "Dream as if you'll live forever, Live as if you'll die today" ~ James Dean

12-02-2008, 01:40 AM	#4
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,080	Re: Got a question here a simple one.. I had 2.5" spindles, Stones, & a sectioned crossmember on my 68 before I met Porter. __________________ 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.*

12-02-2008, 08:48 AM	#5
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,606	Re: Got a question here a simple one.. Sweet thanks guys I am so tryin to get this thing drivable soon I am gonna do drop members but not untill after the truck is alomost complete. I have not drove this truck in almost 9 years so .... __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

12-02-2008, 09:55 PM	#7
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,606	Re: Got a question here a simple one.. Thanks guys for the imput and josh I hear ya but with work slowin down and me wanting to get this thing on the road its gotta stay the way it is for now cause im getting into the i wanna do this and this and this and the list never stops... __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..



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