RideTech's New C10 CoilOver Kits

[EPS3]

Originally Posted by chase@ridetech

We are getting ready to size the front up on the 73-87. I will keep you posted on the fitment.
They will use a factory style ball joints.
The arms are designed to utilize our sway bars.

I've read the primary difference beween 67-72 control arms and 73-87 control arms is the steel bushings were replaced with rubber bushings. The rubber bushings are softer for a smoother, but less controlled ride. Most tubular control arms use urethane, delrin, or other hard plastic bushings. I was also told that 73-87 control arms could be mounted on a 67-72 C10.
Can someone tell me why would Ridetech need to develop a different set up for the 73-87 C10?
Thanks

[chase@ridetech]

Originally Posted by EPS3

I've read the primary difference beween 67-72 control arms and 73-87 control arms is the steel bushings were replaced with rubber bushings. The rubber bushings are softer for a smoother, but less controlled ride. Most tubular control arms use urethane, delrin, or other hard plastic bushings. I was also told that 73-87 control arms could be mounted on a 67-72 C10.
Can someone tell me why would Ridetech need to develop a different set up for the 73-87 C10?
Thanks

We just need to confirm fitment for the new upper mount.

[chase@ridetech]

Originally Posted by EPS3

I've read the primary difference beween 67-72 control arms and 73-87 control arms is the steel bushings were replaced with rubber bushings. The rubber bushings are softer for a smoother, but less controlled ride. Most tubular control arms use urethane, delrin, or other hard plastic bushings. I was also told that 73-87 control arms could be mounted on a 67-72 C10.
Can someone tell me why would Ridetech need to develop a different set up for the 73-87 C10?
Thanks

we also use delrin with 13% teflon bushings in our new control arms

[gutt_72]

Originally Posted by chase@ridetech

We are getting ready to size the front up on the 73-87. I will keep you posted on the fitment.
They will use a factory style ball joints.
The arms are designed to utilize our sway bars.

Whatever happened with this?

[dkauffman05]

im really interested in this kit but kinda wish it sat a little lower at ride height .

[chase@ridetech]

Originally Posted by dkauffman05

im really interested in this kit but kinda wish it sat a little lower at ride height .

Without changing the stock cross member you are limited on the amount of drop that is available.

[chase@ridetech]

Originally Posted by gutt_72

Whatever happened with this?

As far as the 73-87 trucks go, we have had a couple of customers use the kit. It requires drilling an additional hole and slotting the hole on the upper front brackets. In the future runs of parts this will be addressed.

[Wasted Income]

Pretty badass setup. Should be a big seller.

[C10_ustacould]

The green truck in the ad is bagged not on coil-overs, correct?

[chase@ridetech]

Originally Posted by Bucks68

The green truck in the ad is bagged not on coil-overs, correct?

the green one is on air. it has our new shockwave kit. all of the parts are the same with the exception of the shockwave being in the place of the coil over.

[darkhorse970]

I'm interested in the amount of adjustability in these setups. How low can it go from stock height with drop spindles and a c-notch in the rear?

[chase@ridetech]

Originally Posted by darkhorse970

I'm interested in the amount of adjustability in these setups. How low can it go from stock height with drop spindles and a c-notch in the rear?

here is our truck at ride height. with the coil over system as a bolt in, you wont be able to go any lower than this without bed modifications or crossmember modifications

[72BlckButy]

Is it the angle of the shot? (And I might be off a hair)

[EPS3]

Thanks for the info.
1) Do the upper and lower bushings match stock C10 spindle?
2) Will your arms work with the stock 73-87 spindles?
3) Is it correct the $1400 kit does not include the coilover shocks?
4) Is it possible to buy the upper bracket alone if we already have arms, and if so, what would be the cost?
Thanks

[marolf101x]

1) Do the upper and lower bushings match stock C10 spindle?
-no, our control arms use Delrin self lubricating bushings, so you cannot use OE bushings.

2) Will your arms work with the stock 73-87 spindles?
Yes, the difference is in the ball joint. We select the ball joints based on the platform year you order. If you are using spindles from a year other than the trucks manufacture date just let us know what year the spindles came from and we'll match it up.

3) Is it correct the $1400 kit does not include the coilover shocks?
That is correct. As we offer many different shock options it's best to sell the two separately. This allows you to choose whatever shock option is best for your build.

4) Is it possible to buy the upper bracket alone if we already have arms, and if so, what would be the cost?
The upper bracket is not available separately as the shock length is critical. So you need to use our new arms to make sure the dimensions are correct.

[Dano69c10]

Is the centering of the wheels, in the wheel-well, going to be addressed by RideTech?

[marolf101x]

The wheel is centered in the wheel well. The pic above just makes it look like it's not.
I'm on my phone so I cannot add a pic.

[chase@ridetech]

here is the straight on of the shop truck

[lolife99]

What "my eyes" see,... is the space behind the tire is smaller than the space in front of the tire.
Not seen as much with a static drop.
If it was bagged,... it would look even worse air'd out.

Just a personal preference in looks.

[Reyals Bemus]

lolife- sayin' it how it is! I like that about you.

[lolife99]

Originally Posted by Reyals Bemus

lolife- sayin' it how it is! I like that about you.

Ha.
Sometimes I say too much.
Just voice my opinion,... and try to remind that it is just my opinion.
If anything,... "I prefer" the wheel a little forward,... in the wheel opening.

Ridetech make a QUALITY product and has for MANY years.

[CHRIS67GMC]

I have seen the truck in person the tires must be turned some. They did center them back up when the kit was built.

[familyfast64]

I think there charging entirely to much for making slight alterations to a 50year design. And most of the credit goes to ol' hot rodders who have been addressing these issues for years.
That being said, it definitely looks good and must save some people lots of headaches. Not to mention irs way nice to stumble across your stuff or the like used on craigslist for next to nothing!

[Kook87]

whats the general consensus and feed back on this kit? I am about to make a final decision between this and air. I really don't need air as I like the stance I currently have but it rides rough.

[CHRIS67GMC]

You will have a nice ride with this kit and handle well. If you get the hq shocks you can dial it in.