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Old 03-04-2014, 01:59 AM   #1
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Cool CPP 4/6 drop today & Porterbuilt drop in future?

Already started my front disc 4/6static drop today & as I was unpacking my new parts a question came up.
If I cut my frame to install the C-notch will that be a problem in the future when I'm ready to do a Porterbuilt mild drop or possibly extrem drop?
I have been dropping GM muscle cars since the early 90's but when it comes to trucks I'm a green horn
So sorry if it's A dumb question just want to make sure before I start cutting away??
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Old 03-04-2014, 02:19 AM   #2
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Re: CPP 4/6 drop today & Porterbuilt drop in future?

I don't see it being a problem. Most C-notches are the same and should work with each other. An extreme drop notch will completely replace the CPP notch.

I know my tubular rear shock crossmember and rear springs tie into the C-notch. So if you change something in the rear you might have to do some merging of the brands.
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Old 03-04-2014, 11:12 AM   #3
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Re: CPP 4/6 drop today & Porterbuilt drop in future?

Thank you Newtricks I appreciate your time
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Old 03-04-2014, 11:55 AM   #4
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Re: CPP 4/6 drop today & Porterbuilt drop in future?

i went from a cpp bolt in mini notch to an extreme pb dropmember and had no problems. you will be fine.
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Old 03-04-2014, 12:16 PM   #5
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Re: CPP 4/6 drop today & Porterbuilt drop in future?

2002yanks did you go with the 1/4" or 3/8" notch?
My kit came with 1/4 but should I go with 3/8?
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Old 03-04-2014, 05:38 PM   #6
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Re: CPP 4/6 drop today & Porterbuilt drop in future?

They call the 3/8" plates HD for towing. Really though, the 1/4" ones are pretty damn stout. That's what I'm running and fully plan to tow. The guys at CPP sounded pretty confident in them and rambled off a couple other customers that tow box trailers every weekend without problem.

I do plan on boxing the frame in that area anyway.
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Old 03-04-2014, 06:20 PM   #7
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Re: CPP 4/6 drop today & Porterbuilt drop in future?

Ok sounds good & yeah boxing is a good idea I just want to make sure I still have brake lights when I get home
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Old 03-04-2014, 06:31 PM   #8
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Re: CPP 4/6 drop today & Porterbuilt drop in future?

If you plan to tow, I'd go w/the thicker units.

I used the CPP 1/4" ones on my swb & they worked fine. At some point later, I learned how much strength is taken away from the frame rails once notched & it opened my eyes. If I were doing that one over, I'd either do small step-notches or the thicker 3/8" units @ the minimum.

Boxing won't replace the strength 'removed' in this situation. Thicker material & boxing would be better. Best would be adding height back to the rail in the notched area.....

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Old 03-04-2014, 07:05 PM   #9
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Re: CPP 4/6 drop today & Porterbuilt drop in future?

I understand what your saying
This is a toy I can probably guarantee you the bed will never get used. & I use my 02 Avalanche for towing & the bed in it looks like it was painted this morning
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Re: CPP 4/6 drop today & Porterbuilt drop in future?

i had the 1/4 inch ones(dont think they had the 3/8 ones then). either way i would have still went with the 1/4 ones. will never tow/carry stuff in it- my classic insurance doesnt allow it.
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