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67Fleet · 10-20-2006, 08:03 PM

Forgive my ignorance, but the PO had put disc brakes and spindles on the front of my truck b4 I got it and I'm trying to figure out if they're 73-87 spindles or if they are aftermarket drop spindles. My truck is bagged and at full dump I still have like 2 inches or so between the concrete and the front crossmember. My cups are cut down to 1/2" in height, so they are not limiting me. Anyone have any pics of drop spindles vs. stock spindles so I can identify what I have? I tried looking at McGaughys and Belltech but their sites aren't so hot for detailed pics.

jimmydean · 10-20-2006, 08:39 PM

Drop on the left, stock on the right:

Notice the stock spindle is near the bottom, level with the tie rod mount.

hotrodhomi · 10-20-2006, 10:11 PM

I think your A arms will hit b4 your crossmember.

**N2TRUX** · 10-20-2006, 11:29 PM

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Originally Posted by hotrodhomi

I think your A arms will hit b4 your crossmember.

That is correct. This is my 82 Blazer with 3" drop sindles.

67Fleet · 10-21-2006, 10:25 AM

thanks guys! That helps a ton.

st1x10 · 10-23-2006, 08:04 PM

What are the differences between the 71-72 spindles and the 73 and up? I was wondering because my truck is 5 lug with disc and I don't know what kinda spindles they are to buy parts for it.

craig@ridetech.com · 10-26-2006, 03:11 PM

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Originally Posted by st1x10

What are the differences between the 71-72 spindles and the 73 and up? I was wondering because my truck is 5 lug with disc and I don't know what kinda spindles they are to buy parts for it.

There isn't a whole lot of difference other than they used different upper ball joints in 71-72 than on 73-up. Haven't tried to swap the balljoints in the two different arms but I do know that is one of the main differences.

st1x10 · 10-26-2006, 08:15 PM

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Originally Posted by LSC71

There isn't a whole lot of difference other than they used different upper ball joints in 71-72 than on 73-up. Haven't tried to swap the balljoints in the two different arms but I do know that is one of the main differences.

Are the brake rotors the same between 72 and 73? Also any way to id besides the balljoints. Here is a pic of mine if that helps.

I need new rotors and pads is why I am wondering. Thanks

craig@ridetech.com · 10-27-2006, 08:49 AM

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Originally Posted by st1x10

Are the brake rotors the same between 72 and 73? Also any way to id besides the balljoints. Here is a pic of mine if that helps.

I need new rotors and pads is why I am wondering. Thanks

I can't say for sure if they are the same. I do know, however, that you can swap the brake calipers from the two. The only change I had to make was where the "banjo"style fitting bolts in, you have to do a little grinding for it to seat right and get a good seal.

10-20-2006, 08:03 PM	#1
67Fleet Outlandish Trends - FL Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Orlando Posts: 1,396	drop spindle Forgive my ignorance, but the PO had put disc brakes and spindles on the front of my truck b4 I got it and I'm trying to figure out if they're 73-87 spindles or if they are aftermarket drop spindles. My truck is bagged and at full dump I still have like 2 inches or so between the concrete and the front crossmember. My cups are cut down to 1/2" in height, so they are not limiting me. Anyone have any pics of drop spindles vs. stock spindles so I can identify what I have? I tried looking at McGaughys and Belltech but their sites aren't so hot for detailed pics. __________________ -Bret 67 short-fleet sold!

10-20-2006, 08:39 PM	#2
jimmydean Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Beaverton, OR Posts: 3,728	Re: drop spindle Drop on the left, stock on the right: Notice the stock spindle is near the bottom, level with the tie rod mount. Last edited by jimmydean; 10-20-2006 at 08:46 PM. Reason: stock spindle

10-20-2006, 10:11 PM	#3
hotrodhomi Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Sacramento Posts: 3,737	Re: drop spindle I think your A arms will hit b4 your crossmember. __________________ '72 2wd blazer, bagged w/ watts link & EDC '72 C10 "Lowered Farm Truck" STOLEN 5-18-11 '66 impala ht

10-21-2006, 10:25 AM	#5
67Fleet Outlandish Trends - FL Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Orlando Posts: 1,396	Re: drop spindle thanks guys! That helps a ton. __________________ -Bret 67 short-fleet sold!

10-23-2006, 08:04 PM	#6
st1x10 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Oklahoma City Posts: 588	Re: drop spindle What are the differences between the 71-72 spindles and the 73 and up? I was wondering because my truck is 5 lug with disc and I don't know what kinda spindles they are to buy parts for it. __________________ 1970 Chevy C10 "Under Construction" 2002 Chevy S10 V6



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