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Mattchu60 · 10-15-2018, 09:12 PM

I do not know if this will fit the crew cab frame - but CPP makes a kit for trailing arms on the 73-87 short boxes. I put one on my SWB frame this summer - however I ran into quite a few issues with CPP brackets - especially the coil spring mount being positioned at the wrong angle - had to cut/re-weld it. CPP was not much help when I called and sent pictures about my issues.

Their kit is made to fit to where the frame bends upward under the cab of the SWB, I'm not sure a crew cab would work here as the frame is longer and I am guessing its formed differently. With the right amount of fabrication you could probably make it work somehow I would guess.

Haven't tried mine yet as I am still building the truck, but from what others have said the ride is much improved.

10-15-2018, 09:12 PM	#3
Mattchu60 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Swaledale, IA Posts: 485	Re: Trailing arms on 87 Chev Crew I do not know if this will fit the crew cab frame - but CPP makes a kit for trailing arms on the 73-87 short boxes. I put one on my SWB frame this summer - however I ran into quite a few issues with CPP brackets - especially the coil spring mount being positioned at the wrong angle - had to cut/re-weld it. CPP was not much help when I called and sent pictures about my issues. Their kit is made to fit to where the frame bends upward under the cab of the SWB, I'm not sure a crew cab would work here as the frame is longer and I am guessing its formed differently. With the right amount of fabrication you could probably make it work somehow I would guess. Haven't tried mine yet as I am still building the truck, but from what others have said the ride is much improved.