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powerslave · 05-06-2013, 11:04 PM

So after seeing what a difference a porterbuilt dropmember does, and how bad ass his work is, i took the plunge and ordered one too. I also ordered his control arms too. I already put 2.5 drop spindles on, pocketed the lower control arms and still wasn't enough. It's too bad i did all this work just to rip everything out and pull the motor just to get another 2 inches. But the last 2 are the most important as you can see from the pics.

19GMC66 · 05-06-2013, 11:25 PM

Cool truck...you are gonna like that dropmember and it will be worth the extra inches!
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PBFAB.COM · 05-16-2013, 02:43 PM

Here's a couple pics of a Stepper running the Dropmember Mild coilover version up front. Stage 2 Rear Deluxe with coilovers out back.

C0UCH · 05-16-2013, 06:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Porterbuilt Street Rods

Here's a couple pics of a Stepper running the Dropmember Mild coilover version up front. Stage 2 Rear Deluxe with coilovers out back.

Nate, what diameter tires are on that one? I know I've been talking about it for months now but I'm getting close to placing the order, finally. Heavily interested in the Stage 2 coilover kit out back with the Mild/Touring DM up front. I really don't want to raise the bed at all but I'm shooting for this ride height with 28" tall tires. Doable?

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wayne72 · 05-18-2013, 07:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Porterbuilt Street Rods

Here's a couple pics of a Stepper running the Dropmember Mild coilover version up front. Stage 2 Rear Deluxe with coilovers out back.

Anybody know what brand and wheel size /tire set up on this stepper?

Bennett68C10 · 05-19-2013, 10:40 AM

A little update on mine, I mounted up my Intros today and set the frame down for the first time. It is sitting on the tranny pan in this pic. I have a deep pan, going to have to go back to a stock pan.

PBFAB.COM · 05-20-2013, 10:42 PM

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Originally Posted by wayne72

Anybody know what brand and wheel size /tire set up on this stepper?

I can see if I can get some specs. It's being built by a local builder,mainly known for custom bikes... Jesse Rooke.

72BlckButy · 05-16-2013, 06:28 PM

Love the stepper.
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wayne72 · 05-17-2013, 04:59 PM

Nice Stance on that stepper! what brand rim and tire set up on that? looks nice nate!

Rusbuilt · 05-17-2013, 07:12 PM

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Originally Posted by C0UCH

Nate, what diameter tires are on that one? I know I've been talking about it for months now but I'm getting close to placing the order, finally. Heavily interested in the Stage 2 coilover kit out back with the Mild/Touring DM up front. I really don't want to raise the bed at all but I'm shooting for this ride height with 28" tall tires. Doable?

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Originally Posted by 72BlckButy

Love the stepper.
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Originally Posted by wayne72

Nice Stance on that stepper! what brand rim and tire set up on that? looks nice nate!

Thats Matt's truck his name on here is Cubber! Here is his build thread!
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=540844

C0UCH · 05-17-2013, 10:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Rusbuilt

Thats Matt's truck his name on here is Cubber! Here is his build thread!
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=540844

Thanks Rus, that's actually where I pulled that photo from. I was wondering about the stepper Nate posted. Matt's is exactly where I want mine to sit static but not sure if there's enough room between the axle and notch for travel. I'd like to tuck tire mainly not just be low.
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Rusbuilt · 05-18-2013, 02:37 AM

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Originally Posted by C0UCH

Thanks Rus, that's actually where I pulled that photo from. I was wondering about the stepper Nate posted. Matt's is exactly where I want mine to sit static but not sure if there's enough room between the axle and notch for travel. I'd like to tuck tire mainly not just be low.
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In that pic Matt's truck is aired out and sitting on the C-notch out back and up front the fenders are sat down on top of the tires. So if you wanted to this be your ride height you would need to run a step notch and some fender modifications up front.

C0UCH · 05-18-2013, 11:17 AM

Was hoping that wasn't the case for the rear, since I don't want to raise the bed, but the mild step may leave me enough depth in the bed. I think that stance would be worth it. Thanks for the help and info!
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Zoomin · 05-19-2013, 10:50 AM

Glad to see you got to spend some quality time with your project again. Love what you're doing with this
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**oldman3** · 05-19-2013, 01:10 PM

Sweet...Jim

72BlckButy · 05-19-2013, 02:08 PM

Looks good on the ground!!!
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Bennett68C10 · 05-19-2013, 10:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Zoomin

Glad to see you got to spend some quality time with your project again. Love what you're doing with this
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Originally Posted by oldman3

Sweet...Jim

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Originally Posted by 72BlckButy

Looks good on the ground!!!
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Thanks guys, I'm was pretty excited to see the frame on the ground.
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BigDaddyV · 05-20-2013, 02:24 PM

Just from the pride and perfection I have seen in all of the PB products, and customers. I wouldn't go anywhere else. Im a poor guy, but Im saving my pennies so that one day I can buy the best. Keep up the Awesome work Nate and know when I do get the moneys up I will be hitting you up for many of your killer Parts.

Mad Rods · 05-20-2013, 11:01 PM

The new Dropmembers looks like a bio-mechanical style.
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BigDaddyV · 05-21-2013, 06:20 AM

Quick question, When I lay frame how far will the body be from the ground? will I need a body drop kit to lay it on the ground also? I know PB makes the kit, just planning ahead so I can get it all done at once when I have the body off for paint.

PBFAB.COM · 05-21-2013, 12:30 PM

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Originally Posted by BigDaddyV

Quick question, When I lay frame how far will the body be from the ground? will I need a body drop kit to lay it on the ground also? I know PB makes the kit, just planning ahead so I can get it all done at once when I have the body off for paint.

The bottom edge of the frame sets approx. 3/4" below the pinch weld. There will be some variance depending on age of the body mount bushings.

If you want the pinch weld on the ground a body drop is in your future.

BigDaddyV · 05-21-2013, 01:08 PM

cool! then Ill add that to my list of PB items that will go in my cart as soon as I have the moneys. =)

powerslave · 05-24-2013, 06:17 PM

Okay Nate, I'm ready for my dropmember...

PBFAB.COM · 05-24-2013, 06:27 PM

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Originally Posted by powerslave

Okay Nate, I'm ready for my dropmember...

Nice!!!! That's a cool pic!

BigDaddyV · 06-06-2013, 02:19 PM

Another quick dumb question, Will the tubular trailing arm crossmember accept the factory trailing arms, until I can afford to get the PB Trailing arms (3" drop)?

05-06-2013, 11:04 PM	#1
powerslave Registered User Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: gilbert, az Posts: 68	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember So after seeing what a difference a porterbuilt dropmember does, and how bad ass his work is, i took the plunge and ordered one too. I also ordered his control arms too. I already put 2.5 drop spindles on, pocketed the lower control arms and still wasn't enough. It's too bad i did all this work just to rip everything out and pull the motor just to get another 2 inches. But the last 2 are the most important as you can see from the pics. Attached Images

05-06-2013, 11:25 PM	#2
19GMC66 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: AZ Posts: 146	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember Cool truck...you are gonna like that dropmember and it will be worth the extra inches! Posted via Mobile Device

05-16-2013, 02:43 PM	#3
PBFAB.COM Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Mesa,Az Posts: 3,981	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember Here's a couple pics of a Stepper running the Dropmember Mild coilover version up front. Stage 2 Rear Deluxe with coilovers out back. Attached Images __________________ www.PorterbuiltFabrication.com Phone: 480-297-2621 E-mail: sales@pbfab.com Find us on FaceBook under Porterbuilt Fabrication Specializing in Chassis and Suspension Components for your Classic Chevrolet Truck. We offer components from the following manufacturers: Porterbuilt Accuair Ridetech (Air Ride Technologies) Air Lift Wilwood Intro Unisteer ECE Gotta Show Air Lift Borgeson CPP Supporting this forum since 2003!

05-19-2013, 10:40 AM	#6
Bennett68C10 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Toms River, NJ Posts: 5,518	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember A little update on mine, I mounted up my Intros today and set the frame down for the first time. It is sitting on the tranny pan in this pic. I have a deep pan, going to have to go back to a stock pan. Attached Images __________________ Keith 66 Suburban Burb Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=751361 IG: bennett68c10

05-16-2013, 06:28 PM	#8
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember Love the stepper. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

05-17-2013, 04:59 PM	#9
wayne72 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Casa Grande AZ Posts: 65	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember Nice Stance on that stepper! what brand rim and tire set up on that? looks nice nate!

05-18-2013, 11:17 AM	#13
C0UCH Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Anaheim, CA Posts: 455	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember Was hoping that wasn't the case for the rear, since I don't want to raise the bed, but the mild step may leave me enough depth in the bed. I think that stance would be worth it. Thanks for the help and info! Posted via Mobile Device

05-19-2013, 10:50 AM	#14
Zoomin Man of Mini-Talents Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Oklahoma City, OK Posts: 4,295	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember Glad to see you got to spend some quality time with your project again. Love what you're doing with this Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Steve Project - Ruth 66 Skylark Project - Lola 60 Biscayne Project - Iron Ox 54 GMC 100 Project - Darth 69 Camaro

05-19-2013, 01:10 PM	#15
oldman3 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: West Plains, Missouri Posts: 7,559	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember Sweet...Jim __________________ my build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=459839 Jimbo's long bed step build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...t=464626<br />

05-19-2013, 02:08 PM	#16
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember Looks good on the ground!!! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

05-20-2013, 02:24 PM	#18
BigDaddyV Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Grand Island, Ne. Posts: 1,110	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember Just from the pride and perfection I have seen in all of the PB products, and customers. I wouldn't go anywhere else. Im a poor guy, but Im saving my pennies so that one day I can buy the best. Keep up the Awesome work Nate and know when I do get the moneys up I will be hitting you up for many of your killer Parts. __________________ *J. Vess, 6'6", Gearhead, Welder, Fabricator, Nutcase* 1955 Chevy Stepside "Dudley" My daily http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=760288 1972 Chevy C10, Project "Chevro~Layed out" Nether Storm Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...23#post6007523

05-20-2013, 11:01 PM	#19
Mad Rods Chevy Only Tx Join Date: May 2009 Location: Pecos,Tx Posts: 1,061	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember The new Dropmembers looks like a bio-mechanical style. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Chevy Only Tx.........

05-21-2013, 06:20 AM	#20
BigDaddyV Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Grand Island, Ne. Posts: 1,110	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember Quick question, When I lay frame how far will the body be from the ground? will I need a body drop kit to lay it on the ground also? I know PB makes the kit, just planning ahead so I can get it all done at once when I have the body off for paint. __________________ *J. Vess, 6'6", Gearhead, Welder, Fabricator, Nutcase* 1955 Chevy Stepside "Dudley" My daily http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=760288 1972 Chevy C10, Project "Chevro~Layed out" Nether Storm Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...23#post6007523

05-21-2013, 01:08 PM	#22
BigDaddyV Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Grand Island, Ne. Posts: 1,110	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember cool! then Ill add that to my list of PB items that will go in my cart as soon as I have the moneys. =) __________________ *J. Vess, 6'6", Gearhead, Welder, Fabricator, Nutcase* 1955 Chevy Stepside "Dudley" My daily http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=760288 1972 Chevy C10, Project "Chevro~Layed out" Nether Storm Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...23#post6007523

05-24-2013, 06:17 PM	#23
powerslave Registered User Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: gilbert, az Posts: 68	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember Okay Nate, I'm ready for my dropmember... Attached Images



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06-06-2013, 02:19 PM	#25
BigDaddyV Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Grand Island, Ne. Posts: 1,110	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember Another quick dumb question, Will the tubular trailing arm crossmember accept the factory trailing arms, until I can afford to get the PB Trailing arms (3" drop)? __________________ *J. Vess, 6'6", Gearhead, Welder, Fabricator, Nutcase* 1955 Chevy Stepside "Dudley" My daily http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=760288 1972 Chevy C10, Project "Chevro~Layed out" Nether Storm Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...23#post6007523

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