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Riley64 · 12-22-2013, 05:28 PM

Thanks for the info man!

Riley64 · 12-22-2013, 05:35 PM

I have so many questions with this build and will start a thread when I get further in on the build, but right now I am trying to start at the frame. Suspension work is always a pain in my butt ( considering I'm a mechanic on heavy haul trucks ) so when I think of suspension work I instantly curse and get out the torch and hammer lol! I have never built a restored a vehicle so it has all been a learning experience for me.

I have a guy at my work that used to build show cars, trucks, and bikes that were award winning when he lived in Vegas, so he gets most of my questions. Trying to get him to help me with my build or even pointers on painting my truck is like pulling teeth!

Coursey · 12-23-2013, 09:14 AM

Love those Delmo video's!!!

PBFAB.COM · 12-23-2013, 10:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Riley64

I have a stupid question... I've noticed that with a dropmember in the front that the wheels lean in towards the engine compartment. Some trucks have the whee lean and some I have seen dont have it, but how do you drive with the wheels leaned inwards and how do you fix that if you want them straight up and down? I don't understand how they can turn or even drive like that? New to the dropmember scene and wanna install one on my "64 stepper so any info on this would greatly help me out!

Riley-

Lolife99 did a good job explaining this. As mentioned, it's the suspension geometry's design that dictates the amount of camber the suspension gets. On our Extreme kits, we have a very minimal camber gain built in. This keeps the front wheels fairly upright throughout the travel (more so than any other kit on the market that I have seen). I designed it this way, so that the truck "looked right" when it's laying on the ground (and riding low). Nothing catches the eye quicker than a cambered over wheel when the truck is aired out.

With that said, we also offer a handful of other geometry configurations that do have a much more aggressive camber curve... for those more interested in performance than laying frame.

Feel free to shoot us a call at the shop one of these days and we can spend some time with you on the phone to help clarify and answer any questions you might have.

Nate

PBFAB.COM · 12-23-2013, 11:01 AM

Few more pics of the Ford stuff.

broey · 12-23-2013, 11:18 AM

is the shock running through the control arms? if so, cool.

PBFAB.COM · 12-23-2013, 11:21 AM

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Originally Posted by broey

is the shock running through the control arms? if so, cool.

This one received the coil-over kit. Del is building another Unibody with the airbag set-up.

On the airbag set-up the front clip is similar to the 55-59 Chevy kit. The shock runs outboard behind the upper control arm.

bharrison1 · 12-23-2013, 12:23 PM

Badass!!!

Rusbuilt · 12-23-2013, 10:30 PM

I love the PB logo on the 4 link brackets!

PBFAB.COM · 12-23-2013, 10:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Rusbuilt

I love the PB logo on the 4 link brackets!

It's the new logo for 2014!

Rusbuilt · 12-23-2013, 10:51 PM

Its awesome!

72BlckButy · 12-23-2013, 11:04 PM

I agree... Love the new logo.

PBFAB.COM · 12-23-2013, 11:10 PM

Thanks guys!

**oldman3** · 12-24-2013, 12:18 AM

Sweeeeeet...Jim

andrewmp6 · 12-24-2013, 08:20 AM

What year fords are you going to cover?

bodydropped68 · 12-24-2013, 10:08 AM

Awesome job Nathan now I need some more info I already have some customers lined up but one is looking to do a trailing arm setup coil over rear. Thanks again Paul

JNJchev77 · 12-24-2013, 11:11 AM

Nate, the Ford kits are turning out killer!! 67-72chevytrucks.com may have to let the Ford guys occupy some "front seating", cuz the Ford guys are going to eat this stuff up!!

Ford or Chevy... If it's cool, I'm in

PBFAB.COM · 12-24-2013, 11:38 AM

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Originally Posted by andrewmp6

What year fords are you going to cover?

Current plans include 53-72.

Bennett68C10 · 12-24-2013, 11:51 AM

I dig the new logo too

crossfire84 · 12-25-2013, 06:11 PM

soooo any news on the Porter built front AD drop yet or did i miss the news? thanks.

PBFAB.COM · 12-25-2013, 06:48 PM

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Originally Posted by crossfire84

soooo any news on the Porter built front AD drop yet or did i miss the news? thanks.

It's just about buttoned up as well. Here's a little teaser pic.

C10_ustacould · 12-25-2013, 08:17 PM

Will the AD kit be offered in a coil-over option?

PBFAB.COM · 12-25-2013, 09:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Bucks68

Will the AD kit be offered in a coil-over option?

Yes it will!

C10_ustacould · 12-26-2013, 12:07 AM

What happened to the forum on your site?

72BlckButy · 12-26-2013, 01:05 AM

Any shirts planned with the new logo?

12-22-2013, 05:28 PM	#451
Riley64 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Gillette, WYoming Posts: 7	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember Thanks for the info man!

12-22-2013, 05:35 PM	#452
Riley64 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Gillette, WYoming Posts: 7	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember I have so many questions with this build and will start a thread when I get further in on the build, but right now I am trying to start at the frame. Suspension work is always a pain in my butt ( considering I'm a mechanic on heavy haul trucks ) so when I think of suspension work I instantly curse and get out the torch and hammer lol! I have never built a restored a vehicle so it has all been a learning experience for me. I have a guy at my work that used to build show cars, trucks, and bikes that were award winning when he lived in Vegas, so he gets most of my questions. Trying to get him to help me with my build or even pointers on painting my truck is like pulling teeth!

12-23-2013, 09:14 AM	#453
Coursey Registered User Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Kentucky Posts: 550	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember Love those Delmo video's!!!

12-23-2013, 11:01 AM	#455
PBFAB.COM Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Mesa,Az Posts: 3,981	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember Few more pics of the Ford stuff. 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!

12-23-2013, 11:18 AM	#456
broey Square Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Phoenix Arizona Posts: 1,568	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember is the shock running through the control arms? if so, cool. __________________ Squarebody Syndicate

12-23-2013, 12:23 PM	#458
bharrison1 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: haysville,kansas Posts: 524	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember Badass!!!

12-23-2013, 10:30 PM	#459
Rusbuilt Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Knoxville, TN Posts: 5,381	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember I love the PB logo on the 4 link brackets! __________________ -Rus PLEASE HELP WITH PROJECT UNDERHAULINPaypal donations accepted @ rus1785@yahoo.com Rusbuilt's garage 1968 Chevy C-30 Darcy SOLD Rusbuilt shop truck *SOLD*

12-23-2013, 10:51 PM	#461
Rusbuilt Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Knoxville, TN Posts: 5,381	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember Its awesome! __________________ -Rus PLEASE HELP WITH PROJECT UNDERHAULINPaypal donations accepted @ rus1785@yahoo.com Rusbuilt's garage 1968 Chevy C-30 Darcy SOLD Rusbuilt shop truck *SOLD*

12-23-2013, 11:04 PM	#462
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember I agree... Love the new logo. __________________ -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)

12-23-2013, 11:10 PM	#463
PBFAB.COM Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Mesa,Az Posts: 3,981	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember Thanks guys! __________________ 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!

12-24-2013, 12:18 AM	#464
oldman3 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: West Plains, Missouri Posts: 7,559	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember Sweeeeeet...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 />

12-24-2013, 08:20 AM	#465
andrewmp6 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Louisville,Ky Posts: 5,811	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember What year fords are you going to cover?

12-24-2013, 10:08 AM	#466
bodydropped68 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Tucson, Az Posts: 705	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember Awesome job Nathan now I need some more info I already have some customers lined up but one is looking to do a trailing arm setup coil over rear. Thanks again Paul

12-24-2013, 11:11 AM	#467
JNJchev77 Registered Cruiser Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Mesa, AZ Posts: 918	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember Nate, the Ford kits are turning out killer!! 67-72chevytrucks.com may have to let the Ford guys occupy some "front seating", cuz the Ford guys are going to eat this stuff up!! Ford or Chevy... If it's cool, I'm in __________________ 77' Chevy SB Dropmembered Front and Rear 5.3/4l60e combo

12-24-2013, 11:51 AM	#469
Bennett68C10 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Toms River, NJ Posts: 5,518	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember I dig the new logo too __________________ Keith 66 Suburban Burb Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=751361 IG: bennett68c10



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12-25-2013, 06:11 PM	#470
crossfire84 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: wind lake WI Posts: 1,751	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember soooo any news on the Porter built front AD drop yet or did i miss the news? thanks. __________________ LIL ERV the 50-3600 396 BBC stroked to 415 cid Richmond 6spd over drive C4 rear Porter built a arms Never give the Devil a ride,because he'll want to Drive!

12-25-2013, 08:17 PM	#472
C10_ustacould A day late and $1 short... Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Northwest FL Posts: 3,877	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember Will the AD kit be offered in a coil-over option? __________________ Buck Instagram: C10_ustacould 1963 SWB Fleet Side 528 Desert Beige Milly 1967 SWB Step Side 506 Medium Blue The Old Girl 1968 SWB Fleet Side 503 Light Green Ellie SOLD 1965 SWB Fleet Side 507 Light Blue Prescription Strength SOLD 1971 SWB Fleet Side 521 White Shiro SOLD 1968 SWB Step Side 503 Light Green My Old Farm Truck SOLD

12-26-2013, 12:07 AM	#474
C10_ustacould A day late and $1 short... Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Northwest FL Posts: 3,877	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember What happened to the forum on your site? __________________ Buck Instagram: C10_ustacould 1963 SWB Fleet Side 528 Desert Beige Milly 1967 SWB Step Side 506 Medium Blue The Old Girl 1968 SWB Fleet Side 503 Light Green Ellie SOLD 1965 SWB Fleet Side 507 Light Blue Prescription Strength SOLD 1971 SWB Fleet Side 521 White Shiro SOLD 1968 SWB Step Side 503 Light Green My Old Farm Truck SOLD

12-26-2013, 01:05 AM	#475
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Porterbuilt Dropmember Any shirts planned with the new logo? __________________ -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)

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