Considering a C Notch in my truck - need opinions and input please - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**CC69Rat** · 01-05-2012, 09:28 PM

I am considering a Notch in my 69. The back is low now but still needs to come down some.

What brand would you recommend? I am thinking Porterbuilt but are there pros and cons by brand? The PB just looks stronger to me. I don't know, never done it before.

What's the best way to cut the notch out? Will a Ziz wheel cut it? Do I need a Plasma cutter or ?? How do you guys cut it?

I'm thinking I will just get the PB Stage 2 kit. I am discussing an ECE notch on another post .. are they ok? I can't find them on the ECE site. Thanks.

big_al_71 · 01-05-2012, 09:34 PM

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Originally Posted by CC69Rat

I am considering a Notch in my 69. The back is low now but still needs to come down some.

What brand would you recommend? I am thinking Porterbuilt but are there pros and cons by brand? The PB just looks stronger to me. I don't know, never done it before.

What's the best way to cut the notch out? Will a Ziz wheel cut it? Do I need a Plasma cutter or ?? How do you guys cut it?

I'm thinking I will just get the PB Stage 2 kit. I am discussing an ECE notch on another post .. are they ok? I can't find them on the ECE site. Thanks.

If you look in my build thread you can see how we did mine. We installed the mild c-notch from CPP. We cut it with a cutting wheel, the quality of it is great you have to cut some rivets then drill about a dozen holes and bolt it in.

big_al_71 · 01-05-2012, 09:42 PM

here are some pictures...

**CC69Rat** · 01-05-2012, 09:46 PM

Dang Al .. What page is it on?

**CC69Rat** · 01-05-2012, 09:47 PM

Oh, thanks man.

SCOTI · 01-06-2012, 06:23 PM

PB's bolt-in notch is 'multi-piece' which helps replace some of the frame strength lost when cutting the notched section out.

CPP also make a thicker, bolt-in, HD unit that's a good choice as well.

fuzzy1nickels · 01-06-2012, 08:19 PM

I recently fabbed up my own c-notch from 1/8th" flat stock. I simply took the measurements for my center line. made 2 60* bends and traced it out for a cut template. I could have made it a bolt on, but I was doing it while I was boxing in the frame, seems stiffer than it ever was. Wish I had a pic to post up.

It seems to me that your final purcahse decision should also depend on how far your total drop is going to be. I know you haven't mentioned "slamming" it. But how low is low?

P.S. your cutting tool is going to depend on your level of patience. I have cut my long bed down with a sawz all, just not fun. I finally coined up and bought a plasma cutter, but for that little bit of cutting I wouldn't reccomend buying one. I really think a good angle grinder and cut off wheel might be your best option for that cut, which ever tool you use, make sure the frame is setting nice and level on jack stands. I knocked mine off the jack stands after cutting, it will bend :-(

shawno72 · 01-06-2012, 08:23 PM

I've used the CPP notch and it is great, plus for less than $100 shipped to your door of eBay, you can't beat that price.

**leddzepp** · 01-07-2012, 12:12 AM

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Originally Posted by shawno72

I've used the CPP notch and it is great, plus for less than $100 shipped to your door of eBay, you can't beat that price.

x 2. I am very happy with mine. I have some pics in my build thread.

YBNORML · 01-07-2012, 01:28 AM

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Originally Posted by shawno72

I've used the CPP notch and it is great, plus for less than $100 shipped to your door of eBay, you can't beat that price.

X3 I am running a CPP notch in my blazer. I used a zip disc to cut out the notch. It didn't take too long at all. All in all I think it took me about 4 hrs to do the whole job.

nds1968 · 01-07-2012, 01:44 PM

I went with the PB stage 2 http://www.porterbuiltfabrication.co...-Basic-Kit-799
PB also has a mild notch seen here for $199 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=366945
Here is PB's 2 piece notch http://www.porterbuiltfabrication.co...in-C-Notch-225

I used a grinder with a cutoff wheel to cut my notch

Nate

MOTOIMPAIRED · 01-08-2012, 01:48 AM

I used he CCP notch also. Check my build thread..

grs · 01-10-2012, 12:38 AM

Here is mt sons C-Notch

**CC69Rat** · 01-26-2012, 09:30 AM

Wow .. GRS, that one will be laying frame huh ?

big d's red67 · 01-26-2012, 10:58 AM

I put the PB stage 2 in my 67 last weekend it worked great, I used a sawzaw to cut the frame. Hate those rivets!!

**N2TRUX** · 01-26-2012, 11:44 AM

My first choice would be to support or Forum Vendors. If I felt the need to order from a non supporting Vendor, I would look in our Feedback Forum and base my choice on Vendors with the best feedback.

**CC69Rat** · 01-26-2012, 11:47 AM

I went with PB

I'm thinking maybe sell a kidney or something so I can get the rest of it too. Ahh, .. maybe someday !

**N2TRUX** · 01-26-2012, 11:53 AM

Good choice. Nate will get you where you need to be.

shawno72 · 01-26-2012, 12:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CC69Rat

I went with PB

I'm thinking maybe sell a kidney or something so I can get the rest of it too. Ahh, .. maybe someday !

How much is the PB notch??

**CC69Rat** · 01-26-2012, 12:47 PM

$199 I believe, not sure. I got the notch and the upper shock bar, and it was $369 shipped. .. somewhere in that range.

I'm planning to get the frame braces, drop trailing arms, and lower shock relocation too (as soon as I can) Nate is talking about bags, maybe Shrader bags .. we'll see what happens. I probably will not be too terribly difficult to talk into it.

grs · 01-26-2012, 02:15 PM

Here is the C-Notch I put in my 87. This c-notch also goes over the top of the frame. I had a quarter inch plate made to give it more strength.

shawno72 · 01-26-2012, 03:03 PM

I really like the Pb notch, but the cost is double the Cpp notch. But cause Nate's customer service and the fact that he is a forum vendor will ensure that I buy the notch for my 68 from him.

VA72C10 · 01-26-2012, 03:24 PM

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nate is talking about bags, maybe shrader bags .. We'll see what happens. I probably will not be too terribly difficult to talk into it.

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VA72C10 · 01-26-2012, 03:27 PM

I think bags would be great....and bags with schrader valves aren't much more than drop springs...but give you some adjustment if you ever wanted to load anything in the back (can add some air) AND it lets you dial in ride height exactly.....

**CC69Rat** · 01-26-2012, 05:59 PM

You took all my money punk !!

Lol .. kidding.

I have to save up for the drop arms, will probably put (pretty much) the rest of the stage two kit on it when I can afford it.

01-05-2012, 09:28 PM	#1
CC69Rat Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,205	Considering a C Notch in my truck - need opinions and input please I am considering a Notch in my 69. The back is low now but still needs to come down some. What brand would you recommend? I am thinking Porterbuilt but are there pros and cons by brand? The PB just looks stronger to me. I don't know, never done it before. What's the best way to cut the notch out? Will a Ziz wheel cut it? Do I need a Plasma cutter or ?? How do you guys cut it? I'm thinking I will just get the PB Stage 2 kit. I am discussing an ECE notch on another post .. are they ok? I can't find them on the ECE site. Thanks. __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

01-05-2012, 09:42 PM	#3
big_al_71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South Florida Posts: 11,375	Re: Considering a C Notch in my truck - need opinions and input please here are some pictures... Attached Images __________________ Get your facts first, and then you can distort them as much as you please!!!!!. Sylvester's build thread >>>http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ht=big+rebuild

01-05-2012, 09:46 PM	#4
CC69Rat Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,205	Re: Considering a C Notch in my truck - need opinions and input please Dang Al .. What page is it on? __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

01-05-2012, 09:47 PM	#5
CC69Rat Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,205	Re: Considering a C Notch in my truck - need opinions and input please Oh, thanks man. __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

01-06-2012, 06:23 PM	#6
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 21,924	Re: Considering a C Notch in my truck - need opinions and input please PB's bolt-in notch is 'multi-piece' which helps replace some of the frame strength lost when cutting the notched section out. CPP also make a thicker, bolt-in, HD unit that's a good choice as well. __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

01-06-2012, 08:19 PM	#7
fuzzy1nickels Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Weatherford, TX Posts: 15	Re: Considering a C Notch in my truck - need opinions and input please I recently fabbed up my own c-notch from 1/8th" flat stock. I simply took the measurements for my center line. made 2 60* bends and traced it out for a cut template. I could have made it a bolt on, but I was doing it while I was boxing in the frame, seems stiffer than it ever was. Wish I had a pic to post up. It seems to me that your final purcahse decision should also depend on how far your total drop is going to be. I know you haven't mentioned "slamming" it. But how low is low? P.S. your cutting tool is going to depend on your level of patience. I have cut my long bed down with a sawz all, just not fun. I finally coined up and bought a plasma cutter, but for that little bit of cutting I wouldn't reccomend buying one. I really think a good angle grinder and cut off wheel might be your best option for that cut, which ever tool you use, make sure the frame is setting nice and level on jack stands. I knocked mine off the jack stands after cutting, it will bend :-(

01-06-2012, 08:23 PM	#8
shawno72 C/10 junkie Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Stockton Ca Posts: 9,093	Re: Considering a C Notch in my truck - need opinions and input please I've used the CPP notch and it is great, plus for less than $100 shipped to your door of eBay, you can't beat that price. __________________ Shawn 70 LWB C10 current driver/project http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=663051 68 SWB C10 Work in progress.....SOLD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=559520 72 LWB C10 Sold 71 LWB C10 Sold 68 LWB C10 CST Sold http://youtu.be/kbB0QrBIs9k My mom always had the best advice. It was just a tad late. After a fall that involved blood, she'd say....."Careful!"

01-07-2012, 01:44 PM	#11
nds1968 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Pittsburgh Posts: 1,694	Re: Considering a C Notch in my truck - need opinions and input please I went with the PB stage 2 http://www.porterbuiltfabrication.co...-Basic-Kit-799 PB also has a mild notch seen here for $199 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=366945 Here is PB's 2 piece notch http://www.porterbuiltfabrication.co...in-C-Notch-225 I used a grinder with a cutoff wheel to cut my notch Nate __________________ Nate 1967 short fleet Project Blue Goose 'If it don't bounce back... heeheehee you go hungry!" Blues Brothers

01-08-2012, 01:48 AM	#12
MOTOIMPAIRED Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Orlando Florida Posts: 315	Re: Considering a C Notch in my truck - need opinions and input please I used he CCP notch also. Check my build thread.. __________________ My build thread: 1966 stepside http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=486223 1965 GMC fleet http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=651726

01-10-2012, 12:38 AM	#13
grs Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Roanoke, Tx. Posts: 1,561	Re: Considering a C Notch in my truck - need opinions and input please Here is mt sons C-Notch Attached Images

01-26-2012, 09:30 AM	#14
CC69Rat Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,205	Re: Considering a C Notch in my truck - need opinions and input please Wow .. GRS, that one will be laying frame huh ? __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

01-26-2012, 10:58 AM	#15
big d's red67 Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: Broken Arrow Okla. Posts: 510	Re: Considering a C Notch in my truck - need opinions and input please I put the PB stage 2 in my 67 last weekend it worked great, I used a sawzaw to cut the frame. Hate those rivets!! Attached Images __________________ 1967 swb 454 cid 700R4 trans SOLD 2006 Chevy Trailblazer SS 2013 Camaro RS convertible the wife's Build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=573248

01-26-2012, 11:44 AM	#16
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	Re: Considering a C Notch in my truck - need opinions and input please My first choice would be to support or Forum Vendors. If I felt the need to order from a non supporting Vendor, I would look in our Feedback Forum and base my choice on Vendors with the best feedback. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

01-26-2012, 11:47 AM	#17
CC69Rat Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,205	Re: Considering a C Notch in my truck - need opinions and input please I went with PB I'm thinking maybe sell a kidney or something so I can get the rest of it too. Ahh, .. maybe someday ! __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

01-26-2012, 11:53 AM	#18
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	Re: Considering a C Notch in my truck - need opinions and input please Good choice. Nate will get you where you need to be. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"



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01-26-2012, 12:47 PM	#20
CC69Rat Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,205	Re: Considering a C Notch in my truck - need opinions and input please $199 I believe, not sure. I got the notch and the upper shock bar, and it was $369 shipped. .. somewhere in that range. I'm planning to get the frame braces, drop trailing arms, and lower shock relocation too (as soon as I can) Nate is talking about bags, maybe Shrader bags .. we'll see what happens. I probably will not be too terribly difficult to talk into it. __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

01-26-2012, 02:15 PM	#21
grs Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Roanoke, Tx. Posts: 1,561	Re: Considering a C Notch in my truck - need opinions and input please Here is the C-Notch I put in my 87. This c-notch also goes over the top of the frame. I had a quarter inch plate made to give it more strength. Attached Images

01-26-2012, 03:03 PM	#22
shawno72 C/10 junkie Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Stockton Ca Posts: 9,093	Re: Considering a C Notch in my truck - need opinions and input please I really like the Pb notch, but the cost is double the Cpp notch. But cause Nate's customer service and the fact that he is a forum vendor will ensure that I buy the notch for my 68 from him. __________________ Shawn 70 LWB C10 current driver/project http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=663051 68 SWB C10 Work in progress.....SOLD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=559520 72 LWB C10 Sold 71 LWB C10 Sold 68 LWB C10 CST Sold http://youtu.be/kbB0QrBIs9k My mom always had the best advice. It was just a tad late. After a fall that involved blood, she'd say....."Careful!"

01-26-2012, 03:27 PM	#24
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: Considering a C Notch in my truck - need opinions and input please I think bags would be great....and bags with schrader valves aren't much more than drop springs...but give you some adjustment if you ever wanted to load anything in the back (can add some air) AND it lets you dial in ride height exactly..... __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

01-26-2012, 05:59 PM	#25
CC69Rat Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,205	Re: Considering a C Notch in my truck - need opinions and input please You took all my money punk !! Lol .. kidding. I have to save up for the drop arms, will probably put (pretty much) the rest of the stage two kit on it when I can afford it. __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

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