Suspension options for autocross - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

davidhelgesen · 12-18-2013, 01:43 PM

Hi gang,

As the title states im looking at different suspension options for autocrossing a 68-72 c10. I don't own one of these beauties yet but im trying to start putting together a parts list. Im hoping to run a 6.0 liter ls and a 5 speed trans as well.

So far some of the options i've looked at are No Limit Engineering, Hotchkis and a Porterbuilt coilover system. I wanted to get some opinions on what you guys think is the best handling system. This truck isn't going to be exclusively a track vehicle so daily driving needs to factor in as well.

Any and all feedback would be appreciated.

Thanks guys

tinydb84 · 12-18-2013, 02:29 PM

If I was going autocross I would look at No Limits wide ride set up.

ulakovic22 · 12-18-2013, 03:14 PM

No Limit or Roadster Shop. I'm looking at No Limit rear rail kit and Wide Ride IFS with Ridetech components.

68Stepbed · 12-19-2013, 08:12 AM

I personally like everything about the Porterbuilt system, but I don't personally know of anyone that autocrosses them yet.

NoLimit's wide ride system is tested and proven by having several trucks with their components finishing in top spots in both GoodGuys and at OUSCI.

Hotchkis also makes a great product with lots of engineering, but still uses the stock front crossmember and stock steering linkage setup.

I'm wanting to upgrade in the future, and as of now, I'd probably go with a NoLimit front and porterbuilt coilover rear setup.

**DaHos** · 12-19-2013, 08:42 AM

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Originally Posted by 68Stepbed

I personally like everything about the Porterbuilt system, but I don't personally know of anyone that autocrosses them yet.

NoLimit's wide ride system is tested and proven by having several trucks with their components finishing in top spots in both GoodGuys and at OUSCI.

Hotchkis also makes a great product with lots of engineering, but still uses the stock front crossmember and stock steering linkage setup.

I'm wanting to upgrade in the future, and as of now, I'd probably go with a NoLimit front and porterbuilt coilover rear setup.

Same here, been drooling over the Porterbuilt coil over setup for awhile now but have yet to see/read any real world experiences with it........Others listed above have been proven.

**N2TRUX** · 12-19-2013, 01:09 PM

I suggest you contact any of the manufacturers your considering. They are going to be able to best offer the real information you need. We can make suggestions based on our knowledge, but cant compare to the actual manufacturers experience.

PBFAB.COM · 12-19-2013, 02:19 PM

There's several options out there nowadays, and several have been listed above. I am obviously going to be a little bias to our own products... but if I were narrowing it down my choices would between Porterbuilt and No Limit.

Do some research on the products offered and companies producing them. Search the web and make a couple phone calls. Then make the best decision that suits you and your project goals based on the information you gathered.

In regards to track proven.... Curt at Hills Rod and Custom has our front system on his Blazer... it does alright!

Nate

CHRIS67GMC · 12-20-2013, 01:14 PM

No-limit all the way its proven and we have the ability to run a 315 front tire. And its on sale till the end of the year. Pm me for pricing.

davidhelgesen · 12-26-2013, 08:41 PM

Thanks for all the input guys. Its much appreciated. I'll for sure do some more research.

eldogg · 12-27-2013, 10:09 AM

Don't forget that Detroit Speed makes a 2x4 version of the suspension that wins almost every autocross. http://www.detroitspeed.com/X-Gen-Pr...X-gen-595.html

mwilliams5891 · 01-14-2014, 03:35 AM

Both those options look great! So is the wide ride a bolt in? And are they both price with brake set ups? Just trying to decided between the two. Hard wen they both seem so great!

CHRIS67GMC · 01-14-2014, 09:29 AM

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Both those options look great! So is the wide ride a bolt in? And are they both price with brake set ups? Just trying to decided between the two. Hard wen they both seem so great!

The No-Limit Wide Ride is bolt in. It comes with brakes and options to upgrade the brakes to Wilwood's bigger kits. Me, Rob and Josh have had great success Auto crossing an Road Racing this set-up and it rides Great.
Pm me for Pricing

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12-18-2013, 01:43 PM	#1
davidhelgesen Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Kelowna BC Posts: 12	Suspension options for autocross Hi gang, As the title states im looking at different suspension options for autocrossing a 68-72 c10. I don't own one of these beauties yet but im trying to start putting together a parts list. Im hoping to run a 6.0 liter ls and a 5 speed trans as well. So far some of the options i've looked at are No Limit Engineering, Hotchkis and a Porterbuilt coilover system. I wanted to get some opinions on what you guys think is the best handling system. This truck isn't going to be exclusively a track vehicle so daily driving needs to factor in as well. Any and all feedback would be appreciated. Thanks guys

12-18-2013, 02:29 PM	#2
tinydb84 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: San Jose Ca Posts: 2,871	Re: Suspension options for autocross If I was going autocross I would look at No Limits wide ride set up. __________________ David Used parts build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=638991 My brother's Nova: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=727985 Rear suspension rework: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=750557 Instagram: myfabguy

12-18-2013, 03:14 PM	#3
ulakovic22 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Lantana, TX Posts: 419	Re: Suspension options for autocross No Limit or Roadster Shop. I'm looking at No Limit rear rail kit and Wide Ride IFS with Ridetech components. __________________ Anthony '67 Shortstep (555/T56) '67 Parts Truck (TBA)

12-19-2013, 08:12 AM	#4
68Stepbed Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: 10-Uh-See Posts: 5,609	Re: Suspension options for autocross I personally like everything about the Porterbuilt system, but I don't personally know of anyone that autocrosses them yet. NoLimit's wide ride system is tested and proven by having several trucks with their components finishing in top spots in both GoodGuys and at OUSCI. Hotchkis also makes a great product with lots of engineering, but still uses the stock front crossmember and stock steering linkage setup. I'm wanting to upgrade in the future, and as of now, I'd probably go with a NoLimit front and porterbuilt coilover rear setup. __________________ Matt 68 C10 stepside, LS1/700R4, TCI Engineering suspension system

12-19-2013, 01:09 PM	#6
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	Re: Suspension options for autocross I suggest you contact any of the manufacturers your considering. They are going to be able to best offer the real information you need. We can make suggestions based on our knowledge, but cant compare to the actual manufacturers experience. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

12-19-2013, 02:19 PM	#7
PBFAB.COM Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Mesa,Az Posts: 3,981	Re: Suspension options for autocross There's several options out there nowadays, and several have been listed above. I am obviously going to be a little bias to our own products... but if I were narrowing it down my choices would between Porterbuilt and No Limit. Do some research on the products offered and companies producing them. Search the web and make a couple phone calls. Then make the best decision that suits you and your project goals based on the information you gathered. In regards to track proven.... Curt at Hills Rod and Custom has our front system on his Blazer... it does alright! Nate __________________ 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!

12-20-2013, 01:14 PM	#8
CHRIS67GMC Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Tiffin Oh Posts: 299	Re: Suspension options for autocross No-limit all the way its proven and we have the ability to run a 315 front tire. And its on sale till the end of the year. Pm me for pricing.

12-26-2013, 08:41 PM	#9
davidhelgesen Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Kelowna BC Posts: 12	Re: Suspension options for autocross Thanks for all the input guys. Its much appreciated. I'll for sure do some more research.

12-27-2013, 10:09 AM	#10
eldogg Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: Mooresville NC/Gainesville GA Posts: 499	Re: Suspension options for autocross Don't forget that Detroit Speed makes a 2x4 version of the suspension that wins almost every autocross. http://www.detroitspeed.com/X-Gen-Pr...X-gen-595.html __________________ Eric Evans Queen City Shop Truck http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...34#post6139834 66 GMC http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=543110

01-14-2014, 03:35 AM	#11
mwilliams5891 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Springfield, Oregon Posts: 164	Re: Suspension options for autocross Both those options look great! So is the wide ride a bolt in? And are they both price with brake set ups? Just trying to decided between the two. Hard wen they both seem so great! __________________ -1969 C/10 Short Step soon to be Brand NEW Ls6/T56 -03 Mazda Protege 5 -WTB 1970 Chevelle project



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