Brake lines with Hanna Sliders? <= Real time install thing, hopefully

[tech_dog]

I was planning on installing my just arrived Hanna sliders tonight, but I hit a snag.

I've got my brake lines running down the driver side frame, and they'd get crushed by the U bolts if I just do this the obvious way. I found someone else posting the same question, but don't see anyone providing an answer.

Does anyone know what you do with the brake lines when you slap these babies on?

Thanks,

T.

 

[Beowulf]

Put the U-bolts between the brake lines and the frame.

-B-

 

[alvarorb]

T,

Carefully slip the slider mounts between the brake lines and the frame. It's pretty easy. Good call in figuring this out. I've heard of people crushing their break lines.

Alvaro

 

[cruiserdan]

To elaborate on the Wulf's correct instructions a bit:

You will need to "pry" the lines away from the frame rails in order to slip the U-bolts into position.
I have sent you a PM with details.

 

[Beowulf]

To elaborate on the Wulf's correct instructions a bit:

I am 100% certain this is the first time that *anyone* has ever felt it necessary to elaborate on one of my posts.

I must be losing it....








Or maybe I'm just sleepy and cranky because I have to stay up till 11PM to taxi a group of pre-driving teenagers home from the bowling alley.

-B-

 

[cruiserdan]

I am 100% certain this is the first time that *anyone* has ever felt it necessary to elaborate on one of my posts.

I must be losing it....








Or maybe I'm just sleepy and cranky because I have to stay up till 11PM to taxi a group of pre-driving teenagers home from the bowling alley.

-B-

Liar.....



You can't wait to score a pair of those shoes, can you..............

 

[tech_dog]

Thanks for the help everyone. I've got these on and they're looking great.

Dan was helpful enough to crawl under his 93 and give me the details on how he did his. My 94 turned out to be just a bit different, but he got me close enough that it was obvious what I needed to do.

The toughest part is the rear support bracket, and working it between the brake lines and fuel tank. On the 93, there's a brake line spacer that isn't connected to the frame, and some people bend the brake line out just a touch and put the support bracket U-bolt between the frame and the spacer.

On my 94, this spacer WAS connected to the frame, so I cut off the peg that connected it to the frame and made it a loose spacer. Then I did the same thing I'd have done with a 93.

I'll use a few super heavy duty zip locks to make sure I leave everything less vibration prone than when I started.

I did the front bracket first, and then worked my way back. This made it harder than it needed to be. I think it' would be considerably easier to do the back bracket first.

As of 2-3 months ago, I hadn't turned a wrench in ten years. With the help of this forum, I'm just about done with the total conversion.

Thanks!

T.

 

[tech_dog]

I still keep going back into the garage to look at these sliders. They really look great, feel solid, have a great finish, and everything lined up perfectly.

Nice job, Ken.

 

[tarbe]

Have you noticed that as you tighten the u-bolt, the center portion of the vertical pulls away from the frame? I can't see how the u-bolt could crush the brake line...at least not on mine.

 

[Bruneti]

tech-dog,
Do the Hanna sliders stick out far enough for small kids to use as a step to crawl in? Can you stand on them to access a roof rack? Are they slippery? I love the look and cat protection, but don't know if they'll work for my kids. Any info you can provide is appreciated.
-Tim

 

[alvarorb]

Tim,

I think they stick out enough for kids to use them as steps. I have Slee's on my 80, and I use the sliders all the time to access the roof rack. Hanna's sliders are very similar in design in that respect.
However, I rather step on the rear tires. That gives me a few more inches to be able to work more comfortably up there.
Regards

Alvaro

 

[Rich]

My experience is that tube sliders are awkward and uncomfortable to stand on to access roof rack for any period of time. As mentioned in the post above, the rear tire, being wider, flatter, and higher, offers much better base for accessing rear of roof rack. Standing on floor through open rear door provides more comfortable base for accessing front of rack.

In terms of use of the tubes by short legged folks to get inside, I'd say they are better than nothing, but ergonomically speaking, are poor substitute for steps or factory running board. Being round, of small diameter, and set close to the body makes the tubes rather poor steps.

Since you want both steps and better cat converter protection, I'd suggest you work with a vendor or fabricator to have a custom set put together that incorporates both.

 

[tech_dog]

tech-dog,
Do the Hanna sliders stick out far enough for small kids to use as a step to crawl in? Can you stand on them to access a roof rack? Are they slippery? I love the look and cat protection, but don't know if they'll work for my kids. Any info you can provide is appreciated.
-Tim

Kind of funny. Two minutes before I came in and sat down at my computer, I had my kids climb test the sliders.

I've got the OME 2.5" lift and 33" tires, and my 4 1/2 year old was easily able to climb in. Before I put the sliders on, she needed help.

The one thing I noticed is that if they slip I can see them putting a leg between the two bars of the sliders and getting them caught. I don't think it's much of a risk, but I warned the kids to be careful anyway.

I also stood on them to check access to where I keep the roof rack. They work just fine for that. I weigh 220, and I was bouncing on top of them while holding the rain gutter. They feel like part of the frame.

They have a great fairly high gloss powder coat finish. I had some cross trainers on, it was dry, and they didn't feel slippery at all. I'm not sure about how they'd feel wet.

I'm very happy with these. They look great, fit great, and definitely upgraded the looks of the truck. I can't wait to put some scratches on the bottoms.

 

[cruiserdan]

I have a strip of no-slip tape on the tops of my rock rails.

 

[alvarorb]

I have a strip of no-slip tape on the tops of my rock rails.

Yup, I've done the same. Some 3M anti slip tape works wonders. When the sliders are wet they can be very slippery. I'd suggest a not very abrasive tape if you have kids. I've have the real abrasive one on my rig. Women and children with shorts or skirts need to be careful when getting out of the truck. That stuff can scratch.

To minimize this I turned the tape slightly to the inside of the slider. You still can step on it, but less likely to scratch your legs as you get out of the truck.

Regards

Alvaro

 

[Rich]

...I also stood on them to check access to where I keep the roof rack. They work just fine for that...

Spend 5 - 10 minutes standing on the tubes while using both hands tying down gear and you might appreciate the difference between standing on a flat step versus a round tube.

 

[Mike S]

Two simple solutions for the problem that I have used:

1. Insert simple nylon spacers - acting as stand-offs for the brake line anchor clamps - where the clamps meet the frame. Just use longer bolts and slide the nylon spacer over the bolt after the brake line clamp.

2. Replace the U bolts with 1/4 steel plates with 3/8" or 1/2" holes and a couple of grade 8 bolts, buts, washers. So the slider foot fits against one side of the frame, and on the other side the mounting plates -- BETWEEN THE FUEL LINES AND THE FRAME. This has the advantage of being easier to assemble in tight spots, compared to the U bolts.

M