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BigTruckDriver · 05-23-2007, 12:12 AM

maybe a smaller valve in your rear will force more air to supply the front?

randomhero472 · 06-19-2007, 01:57 PM

go w/the viar 380's for compressors, you can get 2 on ebay for under 300 shipped

MEANGREEN70 · 06-19-2007, 03:38 PM

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Originally Posted by randomhero472

go w/the viar 380's for compressors, you can get 2 on ebay for under 300 shipped

I was thinging 2 480 viar, are they pretty good?

SCOTI · 06-19-2007, 03:46 PM

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Originally Posted by MEANGREEN70

I was thinging 2 480 viar, are they pretty good?

Since most are using the 380's I would say the 480's would work just as well. Got that front clip in place yet?

MEANGREEN70 · 06-20-2007, 08:02 AM

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Originally Posted by SCOTI

Since most are using the 380's I would say the 480's would work just as well. Got that front clip in place yet?

No not yet, hoping by this wkend I'll will. Cant wait to see on the truck. I can get 2 480 comps for about $380.00.

dan468 · 06-21-2007, 04:03 PM

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Originally Posted by MEANGREEN70

I was thinging 2 480 viar, are they pretty good?

MeanGrean, how did you/do you plan to wire the two compressors together? I am using a viair relay/pressure switch but I'm not sure how I'm going to use it to hook up two compressors. Any suggestions?
Thanks

camaro__thunder · 06-22-2007, 04:19 PM

[IMG]http://*****************/how_to/wire-diagrams/compressor.gif[/IMG]

MEANGREEN70 · 06-23-2007, 09:24 AM

Originally Posted by SCOTI
Since most are using the 380's I would say the 480's would work just as well. Got that front clip in place yet?

Scoti, got the front clip in place this wk. looks good

I'll be posting pics this wkend when I push the old girl out of the garage, so she can get some sun if it doesn't rain.

MEANGREEN70 · 06-23-2007, 09:32 AM

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Originally Posted by dan468

MeanGrean, how did you/do you plan to wire the two compressors together? I am using a viair relay/pressure switch but I'm not sure how I'm going to use it to hook up two compressors. Any suggestions?
Thanks

dan468, suicide doors sell a relay made for a 2 copm setup.
I'm going to be using one, and thwn I'm putting a pressure switch on each tank.

Hope this helps you, let me know if you need more info.

blaznhot_23 · 06-21-2007, 12:49 PM

looking good..can't wait see when its all done!!!

L0WRIDE · 06-25-2007, 07:09 PM

Any progress pics MeanGrean ???

BigShoe24 · 06-28-2007, 09:31 PM

I want one of the Porterbuilts crossmembers so bad. From what I understand it narrows the front and moves it forward? I was wondering what kind of offset you guys are running that have the Porterbuilt X member. I have a narrowed 9" out back and want to run wheels with a large outside lip. I already have Strong Arms and am running RE7's with CPP drop spindles. I was hoping that someone could give me the exact specs or any helpful info on the Porterbuilt X member. Thanks

MEANGREEN70 · 07-01-2007, 12:13 AM

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Originally Posted by BigShoe24

I want one of the Porterbuilts crossmembers so bad. From what I understand it narrows the front and moves it forward? I was wondering what kind of offset you guys are running that have the Porterbuilt X member. I have a narrowed 9" out back and want to run wheels with a large outside lip. I already have Strong Arms and am running RE7's with CPP drop spindles. I was hoping that someone could give me the exact specs or any helpful info on the Porterbuilt X member. Thanks

bigshoe, nice truck, yeah it needs a porter crossmember. you'll love it

MEANGREEN70 · 07-02-2007, 07:34 PM

A sneak preview of the truck with the new front end,

haven't have a good day that I can push it out of the garage. To much rain

I'm also working with he original fender wells, trying to make then work so i don't have to use a trailer fender. Not that there anything wrong with.

babyblueoval · 07-02-2007, 07:40 PM

It's lookn' awesome.

I can't wait to get started on my Blazer.

dan468 · 07-02-2007, 08:15 PM

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Originally Posted by MEANGREEN70

A sneak preview of the truck with the new front end,

haven't have a good day that I can push it out of the garage. To much rain

I'm also working with he original fender wells, trying to make then work so i don't have to use a trailer fender. Not that there anything wrong with.

Is your hood just resting on there or did you fab some to work with the new big wheels/tires?

Thanks
Dan

MEANGREEN70 · 07-01-2007, 12:10 AM

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Originally Posted by L0WRIDE

Any progress pics MeanGrean ???

I'll try to post pics this wkend of what I been working on, I'm trying to use the original fender well, instead of a trailer fender. It is taking a lot of guess work.

PBFAB.COM · 06-28-2007, 10:01 PM

BigShoe24-
I run a 8.5" wheel with a 5.5" backspacing. The Dropmember will narrow the track-width one inch per side, and yes, it does move the axle center-line forward to center the wheels in the wheel-wells when deflated. If you have some more specific questions post em up on the Dropmember thread and I will be happy to answer them all.

blaznhot_23 · 07-02-2007, 11:48 PM

hey meangreen could take another pic at a differnet angle of your inner fenders. i'm curious how you mounted in there so cleanly...thanks!!!

MEANGREEN70 · 07-03-2007, 08:20 AM

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Originally Posted by blaznhot_23

hey meangreen could take another pic at a differnet angle of your inner fenders. i'm curious how you mounted in there so cleanly...thanks!!!

I'll try to get you some more pics of the fender wells today.

BigShoe24 · 07-05-2007, 05:26 PM

PORTERBUILT,

I was wondering how much more drop the crossmember provides? I believe I have saved up enough money to purchase the crossmember, rack & pinion, according to the prices in your website. Last, I was curious to know if you keep them in stock or build upon ordering. Thanks for the help, and any other information would be great.

MEANGREEN70 · 07-15-2007, 09:57 PM

Is being a while since I posted something in here, I being under the weather, but feel better now.

I've been working on my inner fender well, so I'll be posting pics of it soon. I want to get our guys opinion on it.

Film Guy · 07-16-2007, 08:41 PM

I can't wait to see them. I have the same issue with inner wheel wells. Good luck. Please post some pics.

MEANGREEN70 · 07-18-2007, 08:48 PM

OK HERE'S A SNEAK PREVIEW OF WHAT I BEEN WORKING ON.

I know it doesn't look like much right now, but it still a long ways to go.

Is a good thing my better half has a good head on her shoulders, she's the one who can up with the design.

Is probably a crazy ideal

. using the original fender wells, but I think they'll work.

let me know what you guys think please.

SCOTI · 07-18-2007, 09:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MEANGREEN70

OK HERE'S A SNEAK PREVIEW.....

Is a good thing my better half has a good head on her shoulders......
let me know what you guys think please.

I thought we were going to get to see pics of her

.

05-23-2007, 12:12 AM	#1
BigTruckDriver Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Dallas Posts: 156	Re: Xmas In March, Thanks To Porterbuilt. maybe a smaller valve in your rear will force more air to supply the front?

06-19-2007, 01:57 PM	#2
randomhero472 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: oklahoma Posts: 516	Re: Xmas In March, Thanks To Porterbuilt. go w/the viar 380's for compressors, you can get 2 on ebay for under 300 shipped __________________ 67' in the "build" process.. soon to be bagged, big wheels ect, finally got it back home!!

06-22-2007, 04:19 PM	#7
camaro__thunder Epoxy Primer Friendly Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: South of Houston TEXXXAS Posts: 680	Re: Xmas In March, Thanks To Porterbuilt. [IMG]http://*****************/how_to/wire-diagrams/compressor.gif[/IMG] __________________ My Project 69 SWB SHAVED BAGGED DOORED

06-23-2007, 09:24 AM	#8
MEANGREEN70 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: SACHSE,TX Posts: 132	Re: Xmas In March, Thanks To Porterbuilt. Originally Posted by SCOTI Since most are using the 380's I would say the 480's would work just as well. Got that front clip in place yet? Scoti, got the front clip in place this wk. looks good I'll be posting pics this wkend when I push the old girl out of the garage, so she can get some sun if it doesn't rain.

06-21-2007, 12:49 PM	#10
blaznhot_23 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: 661, CA Posts: 73	Re: Xmas In March, Thanks To Porterbuilt. looking good..can't wait see when its all done!!!

06-25-2007, 07:09 PM	#11
L0WRIDE Registered User Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND Posts: 2,166	Re: Xmas In March, Thanks To Porterbuilt. Any progress pics MeanGrean ??? __________________ 49 CHEVROLET 1/2 TON, 52 CHEVROLET SEDAN 62 HARDTOP NOVA 65 CHEVROLET BB LWB FLEETSIDE 90 CHEVROLET EXTRA CAB CHEVY ONLY - NZ Chapter http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=137984

06-28-2007, 09:31 PM	#12
BigShoe24 True Addiction Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: FTL Posts: 415	Re: Xmas In March, Thanks To Porterbuilt. I want one of the Porterbuilts crossmembers so bad. From what I understand it narrows the front and moves it forward? I was wondering what kind of offset you guys are running that have the Porterbuilt X member. I have a narrowed 9" out back and want to run wheels with a large outside lip. I already have Strong Arms and am running RE7's with CPP drop spindles. I was hoping that someone could give me the exact specs or any helpful info on the Porterbuilt X member. Thanks Attached Images

07-02-2007, 07:34 PM	#14
MEANGREEN70 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: SACHSE,TX Posts: 132	Re: Xmas In March, Thanks To Porterbuilt. A sneak preview of the truck with the new front end, haven't have a good day that I can push it out of the garage. To much rain I'm also working with he original fender wells, trying to make then work so i don't have to use a trailer fender. Not that there anything wrong with. Attached Images

07-02-2007, 07:40 PM	#15
babyblueoval Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Arkansas Posts: 835	Re: Xmas In March, Thanks To Porterbuilt. It's lookn' awesome. I can't wait to get started on my Blazer. __________________ Jim '71 Blazer-Porterbuilt Dropmember C4/LS1/6L80E '57 VW beetle - Oct. 2006 Hot VW's pg. 87 - 350hp intercooled, turbocharged, EFI 2.3liter and 5spd in the works '87 BMW 325i - daily driver

06-28-2007, 10:01 PM	#18
PBFAB.COM Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Mesa,Az Posts: 3,981	Re: Xmas In March, Thanks To Porterbuilt. BigShoe24- I run a 8.5" wheel with a 5.5" backspacing. The Dropmember will narrow the track-width one inch per side, and yes, it does move the axle center-line forward to center the wheels in the wheel-wells when deflated. If you have some more specific questions post em up on the Dropmember thread and I will be happy to answer them all. __________________ 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!

07-02-2007, 11:48 PM	#19
blaznhot_23 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: 661, CA Posts: 73	Re: Xmas In March, Thanks To Porterbuilt. hey meangreen could take another pic at a differnet angle of your inner fenders. i'm curious how you mounted in there so cleanly...thanks!!!

07-05-2007, 05:26 PM	#21
BigShoe24 True Addiction Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: FTL Posts: 415	Re: Xmas In March, Thanks To Porterbuilt. PORTERBUILT, I was wondering how much more drop the crossmember provides? I believe I have saved up enough money to purchase the crossmember, rack & pinion, according to the prices in your website. Last, I was curious to know if you keep them in stock or build upon ordering. Thanks for the help, and any other information would be great.

07-15-2007, 09:57 PM	#22
MEANGREEN70 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: SACHSE,TX Posts: 132	Re: Xmas In March, Thanks To Porterbuilt. Is being a while since I posted something in here, I being under the weather, but feel better now. I've been working on my inner fender well, so I'll be posting pics of it soon. I want to get our guys opinion on it.

07-16-2007, 08:41 PM	#23
Film Guy Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Dallas, Tx Posts: 105	Re: Xmas In March, Thanks To Porterbuilt. I can't wait to see them. I have the same issue with inner wheel wells. Good luck. Please post some pics.

07-18-2007, 08:48 PM	#24
MEANGREEN70 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: SACHSE,TX Posts: 132	Re: Xmas In March, Thanks To Porterbuilt. OK HERE'S A SNEAK PREVIEW OF WHAT I BEEN WORKING ON. I know it doesn't look like much right now, but it still a long ways to go. Is a good thing my better half has a good head on her shoulders, she's the one who can up with the design. Is probably a crazy ideal . using the original fender wells, but I think they'll work. let me know what you guys think please. Attached Images



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