X2 "I need 3-link..."
my brother was getting a bumper from someone, and they had a 3link kit on their site for the 80, but I forget the site...
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my brother was getting a bumper from someone, and they had a 3link kit on their site for the 80, but I forget the site...
I remember a company selling one also.
I have a saved link but it doesn't work: http://www.sarmonprod.com/products.html
I did get an email from Simon at this company:
"Hi David,
Our kit includes all 3 links which use jonny joints.The brackets,bump stop spacers and instructions.
Installation still requires cutting and welding.Welding should be done by an expierenced welder.Here is a write up on IH8MUD that includes some more pics.
https://forum.ih8mud.com/showthread.php?t=122453
Thanks and let me know if you have any more questions.
Simon"
Simon's email is: tubebenda@gmail.com
I think the thread has been archived, b/c the link that he sent doesn't work.
Here we go. Just found it on google:
https://forum.ih8mud.com/showthread.php?t=130901
I have a saved link but it doesn't work: http://www.sarmonprod.com/products.html
I did get an email from Simon at this company:
"Hi David,
Our kit includes all 3 links which use jonny joints.The brackets,bump stop spacers and instructions.
Installation still requires cutting and welding.Welding should be done by an expierenced welder.Here is a write up on IH8MUD that includes some more pics.
https://forum.ih8mud.com/showthread.php?t=122453
Thanks and let me know if you have any more questions.
Simon"
Simon's email is: tubebenda@gmail.com
I think the thread has been archived, b/c the link that he sent doesn't work.
Here we go. Just found it on google:
https://forum.ih8mud.com/showthread.php?t=130901
dude, just dont do it
and if you fail to heed the advice of folks here, dont run to chat whinning about your ordeal.
the best advice is to go to a fab shop and have your ideas created
No, I wasn't recommending anything, and I wasn't planning to buy from them. I've had several reg flags raised on this company (the website not working is enough). I just remembered the company that Walking Eagle was probably referring to, so I posted. But, I must admit that I hadn't seen those threads that you linked to.
I'm planning on making my own 3 link--just checking all available designs, now that I'm confident enough in my skills with a MIG and plasma cutter.
It definitely helps to thoroughly check out a company before you do business with them. I recently learned that. I'm going through the BBB with an online Mustang aftermarket company right now. The BBB has now told me that my next option is small claims... The company won't respond to my emails, and has no customer support phone number. If I would've checked them out, I wouldn't have this problem.
I'm planning on making my own 3 link--just checking all available designs, now that I'm confident enough in my skills with a MIG and plasma cutter.
It definitely helps to thoroughly check out a company before you do business with them. I recently learned that. I'm going through the BBB with an online Mustang aftermarket company right now. The BBB has now told me that my next option is small claims... The company won't respond to my emails, and has no customer support phone number. If I would've checked them out, I wouldn't have this problem.
ya', I didn't realize at the time it was Simon, neither did my brother when he ordered his bumper (which he doesn't have, nor his money back, typical Simon). If he'd realized it was the same Simon that jerked me around with a roll cage for my 40 3 years ago, he wouldn't have delt with him, but he hid behind a buisness name change. Sad...
I was guilty of that as well, I failed to do my due diligence of performing research first. Best I can say is keep calling him on his cell and if necessary at Millen to motivate him. If he happens to be local a personal visit (in a professional manner) may help things along. I wish him the best of luck.
I am in the process of doing the suspension and hopefully will have it on the road and tested within the next few weeks. We made arms for the front that resemble what is on a TJ, 2 links on the axle one on the frame and one on the link, it has Rubicon Express joints (like johnie joints) rubber on the frame, with 12" coil overs on front. Three link on rear with upper link going to the rear instead of front and 12" shocks in the rear. The axles are volvo's that I got from TiredIronGRB. It has 37" Krawlers and duel beadlocks. I do not have pictures with me but will post when I have it driveing and tested.
I was thinking more along th elines of a personal visit from Gwedo might help
It's my brother's problem now. Kinda sucks cause the cage was nice, and he comped the shipping to make up for it (it was an ebay auction and I think he didn't want negative feedback), but too little too late for me to ever recomend doing buisness with him, and it seems from those other threads he hasn't learned good buisness practices.On a more possitive note, when the heck is someone going to get one of those X-links here in the states to prove it out on American terrain?
Going y-link up front? Go ahead and design a center limiting strap now for the extra overall droop you are designing.
If you haven't bought the materials yet, you might really look into 3 links. The Jeep y-link setups allow bolting to factory axle bolts, but they have an unloading issue.
Here's a 3-link worth emulating (it's a mid-arm length setup on a Jeep XJ front end, which is effectively the same as a TJ). Notice the axle tube clearance and retention of parallel upper and lower arms with min 8" distance between upper and lower mounts. Go Johnny joints all the way around and get the rubber out of the system...there is no bind with a 3 link that requires the displacement afforded by a rubber bushing.
Still working out the little things but rolled it out of the shop seven days after rolling it in, so I'm happy for now. Not even close to possible without the great help, talent and support of some great friends Rick, Dale & Gabe 
Thanks Shawn, too for the inspiration
Thanks Shawn, too for the inspiration
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Looks good Mike, any plans for a front drive shaft?
very nice. looking forward to hearing about it's road manners. I like the spring retainers.
Dang... that is just a too hard-core for me
Wish you were closer, I could roll mine in since yours is done
Wrench
One Bashed Up 80
ROFL!!!!!Wish you were closer, I could roll mine in since yours is done
Holy jumpin jimminies...............................As if that rig needed to get any badder.
Looks beautiful Mike.
