Porterbuilt Stage II "Mild Drop Kit" for 63-72C10 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

PBFAB.COM · 06-05-2010, 03:42 PM

Since our suspension products have been catering to the “extreme low” group for quite some time now… we figured it best to develop a kit for those not looking to lay frame but have a nice simple drop (we wouldn’t want to be accused of discrimination towards those not wanting to cut up their bed-floors!). Although we haven’t officially released the kit yet, here are some pics for those who might be interested. I will happily answer any questions that may arise. The complete kit will be offered at an introductory price (it will increase) of $1499 plus shipping for all forum members. The “complete kit” includes the following: Tubular adjustable trailing arm x-member (will need to specify one or two piece drive-shaft); tubular trailing arms; bolt-in two-piece c-notch; shock relocation kit (includes upper and lower shock bars, shocks (KYB), and all mounting brackets and hardware); fully adjustable panhard bar; air springs; and all necessary hardware to complete installation. I can break the kit up in pieces for those not wanting the whole thing, but there are some components that are designed to work in unison. I will also be releasing another variation that will work with factory trailing arms.

PBFAB.COM · 06-05-2010, 03:42 PM

more pics...

panhandler62 · 06-05-2010, 03:50 PM

If you had had this last fall you would have sold it to me. lol

pcmcobra · 06-05-2010, 03:53 PM

looks good.

m6z · 06-05-2010, 05:57 PM

nice.

JNJchev77 · 06-05-2010, 09:46 PM

You're on a roll Nate.... Looks good!!! Now I'm gonna have to pick up a 67-72! My wife will not be happy...

HarrolLS1 · 06-05-2010, 11:14 PM

Wow that is Hot.. is it possible to use a drop coil with this set up instead of a bag? Would the current version of the drop member go with this set up or is something else in the works?

PBFAB.COM · 06-06-2010, 12:12 AM

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Originally Posted by HarrolLS1

Wow that is Hot.. is it possible to use a drop coil with this set up instead of a bag? Would the current version of the drop member go with this set up or is something else in the works?

A drop coil is compatible with this set-up.

Up front bags and our plates or our Porterbuilt Tubular Control Arms with our shock relocation kit would be the best match. The Dropmember would create a pretty decent rake.

silvereagle07 · 06-06-2010, 09:08 AM

Looks awesome Nate!

nds1968 · 06-06-2010, 11:03 AM

Nice work! How much of a drop will this give you when the air bags are aired up for driving. I know you can adjust the drop with the psi but is there any other way to adjust the drop such as in the trailing arms?

I think I my be interested the the version using the stock trailing arms. What advantages or disadvantages do you see in the two trailing arms other than price?

Thanks Nate

SCOTI · 06-06-2010, 02:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nds1968

Nice work! How much of a drop will this give you when the air bags are aired up for driving. I know you can adjust the drop with the psi but is there any other way to adjust the drop such as in the trailing arms?

I think I my be interested the the version using the stock trailing arms. What advantages or disadvantages do you see in the two trailing arms other than price?

Thanks Nate

6-8" of rear drop depending on which PB-TA you choose (2" or 3" drop) & what air pressure you decide (30-60psi varies the height about 2-3").

PB-TA's (Porterbuilt Truck-arms) are new vs. @ least 28yrs of age (unless you have aftermarket units). They offer more torsional stiffness because they're welded tube contruction vs. spot-welded I-beam construction. They allow using a pivot style bearing for more articulation w/o bind vs. a bubber or poly bushing. They include the shock bracketry & panhard bar mount into the design of the TA vs. having to purchase them separately.

b&a72 · 06-06-2010, 03:05 PM

Man this setup is nice!

54Caddy · 06-06-2010, 03:20 PM

Can you get some pictures of it layed out with a bed on the frame so we can see exactly the stance you will get out of this kit?

nds1968 · 06-06-2010, 05:36 PM

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Originally Posted by SCOTI

6-8" of rear drop depending on which PB-TA you choose (2" or 3" drop) & what air pressure you decide (30-60psi varies the height about 2-3").

PB-TA's (Porterbuilt Truck-arms) are new vs. @ least 28yrs of age (unless you have aftermarket units). They offer more torsional stiffness because they're welded tube contruction vs. spot-welded I-beam construction. They allow using a pivot style bearing for more articulation w/o bind vs. a bubber or poly bushing. They include the shock bracketry & panhard bar mount into the design of the TA vs. having to purchase them separately.

Hey thanks for the reply. Yeah I am looking for about a 6" drop. I would like to purchase the kit with the PB-TA's eventually.

My wish list is just bigger than my wallet right now.

PBFAB.COM · 06-06-2010, 07:26 PM

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Originally Posted by 54Caddy

Can you get some pictures of it layed out with a bed on the frame so we can see exactly the stance you will get out of this kit?

I will definitely post up pics of the truck with bed installed shortly. I have a couple more things to do before I set the bed back on. I will also be installing bag plates and control arms up front.

Number98 · 06-06-2010, 09:11 PM

What's the front kit gonna run? Got any specials on both front and rear?

**Hart_Rod** · 06-07-2010, 11:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by porterbuilt

A drop coil is compatible with this set-up.

Up front bags and our plates or our Porterbuilt Tubular Control Arms with our shock relocation kit would be the best match. The Dropmember would create a pretty decent rake.

Nate, what would the price be with coils instead of bags?

PBFAB.COM · 06-08-2010, 11:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Hart_Rod

Nate, what would the price be with coils instead of bags?

Same price.

HarrolLS1 · 06-08-2010, 02:36 PM

Would the coil-over dropmember with a Stock spindle compliment this stage II rear drop with out too much rake? (when that version is released)

68GMCCustom · 06-08-2010, 04:09 PM

yeah....how about a front version of this...mild bolt on drop with rack and pinion?

Cole Trickle · 06-08-2010, 08:02 PM

nice work.......

<------- heading out back to water the $$$$ tree...lol

aggie91 · 06-10-2010, 09:34 AM

This is a great looking kit. I like how it all works together and looks neat and clean.

With it aired out, how far is the frame from the ground at the TA Crossmember?

m6z · 06-10-2010, 09:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 68GMCCustom

yeah....how about a front version of this...mild bolt on drop with rack and pinion?

I think this would be a hit. I'm sure there is alot of guys wanting to update to rack and pinion with mild drops.

68GMCCustom · 06-10-2010, 11:42 AM

I sure am. Having the option of coil-over... for those of us that don't want to run bags too.

b&a72 · 06-29-2010, 11:50 PM

When are you going to release the info on your back half drop with the trailings arms?

06-05-2010, 03:42 PM	#1
PBFAB.COM Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Mesa,Az Posts: 3,981	Porterbuilt Stage II "Mild Drop Kit" for 63-72C10 Since our suspension products have been catering to the “extreme low” group for quite some time now… we figured it best to develop a kit for those not looking to lay frame but have a nice simple drop (we wouldn’t want to be accused of discrimination towards those not wanting to cut up their bed-floors!). Although we haven’t officially released the kit yet, here are some pics for those who might be interested. I will happily answer any questions that may arise. The complete kit will be offered at an introductory price (it will increase) of $1499 plus shipping for all forum members. The “complete kit” includes the following: Tubular adjustable trailing arm x-member (will need to specify one or two piece drive-shaft); tubular trailing arms; bolt-in two-piece c-notch; shock relocation kit (includes upper and lower shock bars, shocks (KYB), and all mounting brackets and hardware); fully adjustable panhard bar; air springs; and all necessary hardware to complete installation. I can break the kit up in pieces for those not wanting the whole thing, but there are some components that are designed to work in unison. I will also be releasing another variation that will work with factory trailing arms. __________________ 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!

06-05-2010, 03:42 PM	#2
PBFAB.COM Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Mesa,Az Posts: 3,981	Re: Porterbuilt StageII "Mild Drop Kit" for 63-72C10 more pics... __________________ 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!

06-05-2010, 03:50 PM	#3
panhandler62 Java Mechanic Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Martinsburg, WV Posts: 6,764	Re: Porterbuilt StageII "Mild Drop Kit" for 63-72C10 If you had had this last fall you would have sold it to me. lol __________________ Keith 11 Lincoln MKT -- Momma's wagon 13 G37xS -- middle age crazy car 68 C20 Fleetside -- RIP Decorating the whole town up at a cost of $27 ....

06-05-2010, 03:53 PM	#4
pcmcobra Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Florida Posts: 1,684	Re: Porterbuilt StageII "Mild Drop Kit" for 63-72C10 looks good. __________________ 1986 C10 SWB 6.0/6l90e Miami...Flee it like a native

06-05-2010, 05:57 PM	#5
m6z Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Pittsburg, KS Posts: 2,466	Re: Porterbuilt StageII "Mild Drop Kit" for 63-72C10 nice. __________________ Doug Looking for a 67-72 short bed driver.....

06-05-2010, 09:46 PM	#6
JNJchev77 Registered Cruiser Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Mesa, AZ Posts: 918	Re: Porterbuilt StageII "Mild Drop Kit" for 63-72C10 You're on a roll Nate.... Looks good!!! Now I'm gonna have to pick up a 67-72! My wife will not be happy...

06-05-2010, 11:14 PM	#7
HarrolLS1 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Saint Simons Island,Georgia Posts: 230	Re: Porterbuilt StageII "Mild Drop Kit" for 63-72C10 Wow that is Hot.. is it possible to use a drop coil with this set up instead of a bag? Would the current version of the drop member go with this set up or is something else in the works? __________________ Harrol 1968 SWB 1968 SWB 4x4 1969 Suburban 1970 LWB 1970 Blazer 2002 Tahoe Inside every older person is a younger person wondering what happened

06-06-2010, 09:08 AM	#9
silvereagle07 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Bailey, NC Posts: 2,462	Re: Porterbuilt StageII "Mild Drop Kit" for 63-72C10 Looks awesome Nate! __________________ Jeramy '84 GMC project truck '85 Chevy 4X4 SOLD '07 Chevy Trailblazer SS 5th Annual SHPHC Car/Truck Show Pics http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=543605 UPDATED PICS! CHECK 'EM OUT

06-06-2010, 11:03 AM	#10
nds1968 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Pittsburgh Posts: 1,694	Re: Porterbuilt StageII "Mild Drop Kit" for 63-72C10 Nice work! How much of a drop will this give you when the air bags are aired up for driving. I know you can adjust the drop with the psi but is there any other way to adjust the drop such as in the trailing arms? I think I my be interested the the version using the stock trailing arms. What advantages or disadvantages do you see in the two trailing arms other than price? Thanks Nate __________________ Nate 1967 short fleet Project Blue Goose 'If it don't bounce back... heeheehee you go hungry!" Blues Brothers

06-06-2010, 03:05 PM	#12
b&a72 Active Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Mesa, AZ Posts: 682	Re: Porterbuilt StageII "Mild Drop Kit" for 63-72C10 Man this setup is nice! Last edited by b&a72; 06-06-2010 at 03:07 PM.

06-06-2010, 03:20 PM	#13
54Caddy GM Addicted Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Visalia, Ca Posts: 2,291	Re: Porterbuilt StageII "Mild Drop Kit" for 63-72C10 Can you get some pictures of it layed out with a bed on the frame so we can see exactly the stance you will get out of this kit? __________________ ..Mac’s Garage.. 73 GMC, 54 Caddy, 2010 Silverado, 68 C10 RIP DAd My 73 GMC Truck Build Pic 2010 Silverado 4/6 on 24s IG:MacsGarage

06-06-2010, 09:11 PM	#16
Number98 Prestige Worldwide Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Worldwide Posts: 2,553	Re: Porterbuilt StageII "Mild Drop Kit" for 63-72C10 What's the front kit gonna run? Got any specials on both front and rear?

06-08-2010, 02:36 PM	#19
HarrolLS1 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Saint Simons Island,Georgia Posts: 230	Re: Porterbuilt Stage II "Mild Drop Kit" for 63-72C10 Would the coil-over dropmember with a Stock spindle compliment this stage II rear drop with out too much rake? (when that version is released) Attached Images __________________ Harrol 1968 SWB 1968 SWB 4x4 1969 Suburban 1970 LWB 1970 Blazer 2002 Tahoe Inside every older person is a younger person wondering what happened

06-08-2010, 04:09 PM	#20
68GMCCustom Truck and auto performance nut Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: McKinney,Texas Posts: 3,848	Re: Porterbuilt Stage II "Mild Drop Kit" for 63-72C10 yeah....how about a front version of this...mild bolt on drop with rack and pinion? __________________ Kurt - '68 GMC short step - NIB '09 LY6 6.0L crate motor w/mods, NIB '12 crate 4L85e w/billet 3k stall Circle D, 3.73 posi 12 bolt, DynaTech f-swap headers, 3/4 drop, handling mods, etc. - my toy '72 Chevy LWB C-10 Highlander - 350/350 ps/pb/tilt/ac - not original but close '06 Chevy TrailBlazerSS - LS2/4L70e - little black hot rod SUV - my DD '18 Kia Sorento - wife's econo-driver '95 Chevy S10 - reg cab shortbed, LS, 4.3, auto... my '68's powertrain and chassis build -links broken A surprise phase - carb to efi -links broken

06-08-2010, 08:02 PM	#21
Cole Trickle C-10 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Corona,CA Posts: 1,001	Re: Porterbuilt Stage II "Mild Drop Kit" for 63-72C10 nice work....... <------- heading out back to water the $$$$ tree...lol __________________ 1969 Short Fleet 350/SM465 4.5/6.5 ECE drop 20" Raceline Wheels 1998 2dr Tahoe 5/7 drop 20"/22" Coys-sold Build thread...http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=401910 Last edited by Cole Trickle; 06-08-2010 at 08:02 PM.



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06-10-2010, 09:34 AM	#22
aggie91 I'm just glad to be here! Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Longview, TX Posts: 4,788	Re: Porterbuilt Stage II "Mild Drop Kit" for 63-72C10 This is a great looking kit. I like how it all works together and looks neat and clean. With it aired out, how far is the frame from the ground at the TA Crossmember? __________________ Karl 1965 Chevy Stepside(Grandpa's Old Blue) and (July 2015 Shop Build!)(2020, the Saga Continues) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=372424 The LST Challenge: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post7812257 Korbin's 1st Square: "Sunburn" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=418618 1985 GMC Sierra: "White Trash", Korbin's 2nd now... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=632305 Henry - 1984 Chevrolet, Owen's 1st Square

06-10-2010, 11:42 AM	#24
68GMCCustom Truck and auto performance nut Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: McKinney,Texas Posts: 3,848	Re: Porterbuilt Stage II "Mild Drop Kit" for 63-72C10 I sure am. Having the option of coil-over... for those of us that don't want to run bags too. __________________ Kurt - '68 GMC short step - NIB '09 LY6 6.0L crate motor w/mods, NIB '12 crate 4L85e w/billet 3k stall Circle D, 3.73 posi 12 bolt, DynaTech f-swap headers, 3/4 drop, handling mods, etc. - my toy '72 Chevy LWB C-10 Highlander - 350/350 ps/pb/tilt/ac - not original but close '06 Chevy TrailBlazerSS - LS2/4L70e - little black hot rod SUV - my DD '18 Kia Sorento - wife's econo-driver '95 Chevy S10 - reg cab shortbed, LS, 4.3, auto... my '68's powertrain and chassis build -links broken A surprise phase - carb to efi -links broken

06-29-2010, 11:50 PM	#25
b&a72 Active Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Mesa, AZ Posts: 682	Re: Porterbuilt Stage II "Mild Drop Kit" for 63-72C10 When are you going to release the info on your back half drop with the trailings arms?

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