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[cajun65]

Found this on the 60 forum for brake lines - NAPA - part #38881.

When I put these on, what else has to be done? I may be winging some of this solo and want to know what to expect or what else I may have to do. What is the install like?

Thanks.

[Volunteer]

Originally Posted by cajun65

Found this on the 60 forum for brake lines - NAPA - part #38881.

When I put these on, what else has to be done? I may be winging some of this solo and want to know what to expect or what else I may have to do. What is the install like?

Thanks.

Install is easy, but since your putting on a test lift you may run into a few hiccups here and there but nothing that can't be worked out. On the brake lines is that a part# someone used on their 4inch lift? The only thing you'll need to do after you change them is to bleed all 4-wheels to get all the air out. Once you get the front U-Bolts off I would take them over to Lafayette Spring and have some new ones cut. I read that the rear came with the kit. If it were me I'd order greaseable shackles to go with that new snazzy lift. Let me know when you plan to do it and I'll try to drop in and help when I can

[cajun65]

Man-A-Fre sells a set of these: http://www.man-a-fre.com/parts_acces...BrakeLines.htm

How do you bleed the lines? Pretty easy?

What exactly are greaseable shackles and where do I get them?

Thanks podnuh.

I may set my laptup up in the garage when I do the install.

[Volunteer]

Originally Posted by cajun65

Man-A-Fre sells a set of these: http://www.man-a-fre.com/parts_acces...BrakeLines.htm

How do you bleed the lines? Pretty easy?

What exactly are greaseable shackles and where do I get them?

Thanks podnuh.

I may set my laptup up in the garage when I do the install.

Yep, those should work it says for various lifts I'd make sure you ask them just to clarify that they'll work with a 4inch lift. On the shackles I'd go with something like this http://www.man-a-fre.com/pa/greasableshackles.htm. Bleeding the brakes call me I'll help you there are alot of ways you can do it but I have a nice coffee glass you can use that'll does the trick easy. Here is a brief article http://www.4x4wire.com/toyota/mainte...leedingbrakes/ the only thing I disagree with is his order of doing it I start with the RR, LR, RF, and then LF you always start with the wheel furthest from the master cylinder.

[cajun65]

Cool, thanks.

[PScottBx]

I say w/ all M's flexing that he'll be doing... he's gonna need the anti-reverse shackle

me

[cajun65]

I just need reinforced springs on the driver side and enough all around to crawl over all the speed bumps in town.

[Volunteer]

M your mud clan link don't work, FYI.

[cajun65]

Thanks, fixed it.

[my81fj]

Hey Marty i was thinking I have the old U bolts from my lift. If they are the same size that are on your ride, you can take one to Lafayette spring and have yours made so that you will have them on hand when you do the lift. Just a thought.

[cajun65]

Thanks Corey. I may do that.

[my81fj]

Any one know where i can get a drag link, tie rod and relay rod made here in town?

[third coast cruisers]

spent the last hour assesing the pig. what i have discovered, please forgive me since it has been since 2002 since i've owned a clutch operated cruiser, does the slave cylinder' s plunger where it hits the throw out fork have a cap of some type? if so that is what i am missing.

next question i need some advice to what chemicals anyone is using with success for treating rust.

[Volunteer]

Originally Posted by third coast cruisers

spent the last hour assesing the pig. what i have discovered, please forgive me since it has been since 2002 since i've owned a clutch operated cruiser, does the slave cylinder' s plunger where it hits the throw out fork have a cap of some type? if so that is what i am missing.

next question i need some advice to what chemicals anyone is using with success for treating rust.

Yes, at the end of the slave cylinder rod there is a rounded nut that contacts the clutch fork. There is usually a second nut behind it to lock it in place. Metal Wash is what I use but can't seem to find it here. Eastwood sell it online http://www.eastwoodco.com/jump.jsp?i...ORY&itemID=372 the site is down. I was able to find it at Advanced Auto in TN when I was doing my Dad's build. I'm sure you can find something comparable at Shannon's or one of the oil field supply houses. I'll look when I get a chance I need some as well to prep the frame on the 67 for painting. Whats nice about the metal wash is after you clean the surface of the raised rust it cleans and glazes the metal and serves as a primer.

[third coast cruisers]

upon further inspection there is something on the plunger i do not believe that it looks right, just not sure. i am willing to bet that more than likely that if i just bled it right that is the main problem.

also any one needing to purchase an in town high lift for the weekend the auto parts house in maurice has one and the right color red 78.00.

[Volunteer]

Mike I picked up a 8000 lb pintle today at Utec on Bertrand for $36.00. I looked everywhere yesterday for the D ring mount that bolts to the factory hitch bolts but didn't find one. It'll work.

[cajun65]

Originally Posted by third coast cruisers

upon further inspection there is something on the plunger i do not believe that it looks right, just not sure. i am willing to bet that more than likely that if i just bled it right that is the main problem.

also any one needing to purchase an in town high lift for the weekend the auto parts house in maurice has one and the right color red 78.00.

What place is that?

[Volunteer]

I think B&M and Cajun both sell them for the same price range or cheaper. I thought I remember $70, I bought the 54 ' from B&M for $86.

[third coast cruisers]

i think it's called federated auto parts. only one in maurice. almost across the street from heberts. the jack is only a 48" probably won't do you any good after a 4" lift and 33's marty. i bought one yesterday in houston same price for a 60".

hey fyi talk to corey futch today he said to pass the word if anyone needs any thing from four wheel parts warehouse to pm him or give him a ring i believe he returns from corpus on fri.

mr marty hey spent some time under the truck today and i am pleased to anounce that the front axle has some 2 degree shims and the rear none. i really did not notice any vibrations, but these tires are worn fuckin' irregular and outa balance.

you need to see this thing it will get your juices flowin' and that lift will be on your truck faster than..........

[my81fj]

yes if anyone needs somthing from fourwheel parts I can pick it up for you. I will be back and forth for the next year.

[cajun65]

I can't wait to see it Dan.

[third coast cruisers]

just say when. i will be runnin' around on the southside this evening....

[third coast cruisers]

well i went over to 'nonk will's house and he was able to help me bleed the clutch hydraulic system. i am back in action with a solid pedal and good engagement/disengagement! however i was right about the plunger on the slave itself not having the right end cap, matter a fact will and i discovered it wasn't even threaded. must be some kinda advanced auto zono'reilly's part.

[cajun65]

Anyone ever fooled around with their e-brake before? Mine isn't working well. Need to do some research.

[third coast cruisers]

damn master is going almost gone. scramble to make an order for parts. does any one happen to have a clutch master or rebuild kit?