Edwrds
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I guess it's the "Super Stocker" build
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Yes, but I left the .75 spacer up front on accident yesterday. I like the way it sits, just the way it is though.
I spent a little time cleaning and painting those springs. I love VHT frame and chassis paint!
Fronts vs EVO Leveling Kit
Rears vs #60 OE springs
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I should also mention that I did order a J.E. Reel front driveshaft from Exodus Jeeps today. I definitely see that the OE front will contact the exhaust, especially off road/disconnected.
Edwrds
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Yea they came out great. You did a lot in record time too.
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Thanks! I’m heading outside to get everything wrapped up.
This popped up as a FB memory today from 4 years ago. It was right after I ditched those SRA’s for some KM2’s.
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Jeep looks Great
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I guess it's the "Super Stocker" build
I agree! Thank you! [emoji1303]
It’s funny that reminder popped up today. I was tired and frustrated last night when I called it quits. I was honestly wondering what I got myself into and didn’t really look forward to working on it today.
Ha ha! [emoji1787] Yes, that helps. Thanks!
Thanks! [emoji1303]
I agree! Thank you! [emoji1303]
It’s funny that reminder popped up today. I was tired and frustrated last night when I called it quits. I was honestly wondering what I got myself into and didn’t really look forward to working on it today.
Ha ha! [emoji1787] Yes, that helps. Thanks!
Thanks! [emoji1303]
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Without getting too far in the weeds, the lift is installed and it drives on pavement, up to 70 mph, pretty well. It seems like the steering is a little light, but still need to re-check castor and toe.
There were a few bigger surprises than the typical “This ain’t going as planned” project stuff.
1st, it took me just over 20 hours, flying solo, from start to finish. All my usual helpers were either out of town or working. My kids did play gofer on a few occasions, which was nice.
2nd was the Ruffstuff rear upper control arms I picked up, NIB but secondhand, locally. At their shortest length they are 18.5” long. That resulted in this...
I pulled those off and put the factory arms back on which has the pinion looking fine. Pic to follow as I forgot to take one. According to their website these “should be” paired with their lowers and are for a 2-4” lift. Since I’m already half way in, I ordered a set of lowers and will see how that works out in a couple weeks.
3rd, my damn stinger broke off as I grabbed it to help me stand. I’m no lightweight, but I’ve done this 100’s of times over the past couple years. It broke above my welds and the inside was full of rust. I miss seeing it as I drive and will have to find a new reference point for parking in the garage, but my best guess is that it is/was Chinese steel. I got it at a swap meet near me and was told it was for an XJ and that’s all the info there was. Cut off the brackets and welded it to my bumper. Anyway, that chapter is over.
Both axles centered up nicely thanks to the weld on track bar brackets. Using the OE track bars, I’m sitting at about 1/8” to the driver’s side on both.
Rear
Front
Here’s a walk around video. I purposely parked it next to our all stock 4x4 Expedition as a reference on height.
https://youtu.be/tTQj7XYvdGk
And one final shot for tonight. I’m beat!!!
There were a few bigger surprises than the typical “This ain’t going as planned” project stuff.
1st, it took me just over 20 hours, flying solo, from start to finish. All my usual helpers were either out of town or working. My kids did play gofer on a few occasions, which was nice.
2nd was the Ruffstuff rear upper control arms I picked up, NIB but secondhand, locally. At their shortest length they are 18.5” long. That resulted in this...
I pulled those off and put the factory arms back on which has the pinion looking fine. Pic to follow as I forgot to take one. According to their website these “should be” paired with their lowers and are for a 2-4” lift. Since I’m already half way in, I ordered a set of lowers and will see how that works out in a couple weeks.
3rd, my damn stinger broke off as I grabbed it to help me stand. I’m no lightweight, but I’ve done this 100’s of times over the past couple years. It broke above my welds and the inside was full of rust. I miss seeing it as I drive and will have to find a new reference point for parking in the garage, but my best guess is that it is/was Chinese steel. I got it at a swap meet near me and was told it was for an XJ and that’s all the info there was. Cut off the brackets and welded it to my bumper. Anyway, that chapter is over.
Both axles centered up nicely thanks to the weld on track bar brackets. Using the OE track bars, I’m sitting at about 1/8” to the driver’s side on both.
Rear
Front
Here’s a walk around video. I purposely parked it next to our all stock 4x4 Expedition as a reference on height.
https://youtu.be/tTQj7XYvdGk
And one final shot for tonight. I’m beat!!!
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Looking good. Time for some 37s [emoji41]
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That looks great man hate the stinger broke but it can always be fixed or replaced glad you didnt get hurt in that situation.
Jeep looks great man keep up good work
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Jeep looks great man keep up good work
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Thanks! It’s definitely rewarding.
Thank you! I have a couple years to plan and decide on that. The thought has crossed my mind more as I did this work.
Thanks! Yeah and you’re right. No injuries so that’s good.
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Yes, yes they do! It was quite the surprise but I’m certain it was cheap steel. I’d cut into it more to see but it’s already gone.
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This is the pinion angle with all four factory rear arms, but the rear axle does seem more forward in the wheel well at ride height.
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The stinger must have been a shock! Bright side is now you get to plan another mod! Lol. What are thinking for replacement?
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