Builds Jodo 97 LX450 Coilover project
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I switched sides thinking I was on to something but the geomitry was way off. Just off center the steering became out of aleinment quickly. One of the readers said his buddy did it but by heating and bending the arms upward to shorten arms. Not sure what that does to the stranth of the arm.
Jodo
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It drives great so far. Waiting for my nitrogen kit so I can adjust the coilovers properly and stop alot of body lean. I would also like to build a passenger side high steer arm to lesson the angle of the drag link. That helps with handling also.
Jodo
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final pics from this weekend. My wife, two sons and I are headed to Tahoe the August 9th. We're kayaking with a small group from South shore to Emerald Bay (about 7 mi.) to camp for one nightthen back to South Shore to a hotel.
Jodo
Jodo
If it helps I've not hit my tranny skid (in front of the cross member, they're all one piece but for the purpose of definition....) on anything but brush. I'm glad I have it, but 4 gauge is really incredibly insane overkill. Even something like 10 gauge would probably work just fine, all you're keeping out is the brush really. Even if it bends a bit it's only there to protect wiring and help brush slide under the truck rather than getting hung up.
That being said, an incredible amount of force can be applied when a pointed tree trunk is applied against a small area.....ask me how I know!
Now I've actually bent my 4 gauge t-case skid. Only very slightly, and only at the weakest corner that has the least support and the most exposed edging, but I've still managed to do it. I'm very happy with my t-case skid and would not go with something smaller.
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If it helps I've not hit my tranny skid (in front of the cross member, they're all one piece but for the purpose of definition....) on anything but brush. I'm glad I have it, but 4 gauge is really incredibly insane overkill. Even something like 10 gauge would probably work just fine, all you're keeping out is the brush really. Even if it bends a bit it's only there to protect wiring and help brush slide under the truck rather than getting hung up.
That being said, an incredible amount of force can be applied when a pointed tree trunk is applied against a small area.....ask me how I know!
Now I've actually bent my 4 gauge t-case skid. Only very slightly, and only at the weakest corner that has the least support and the most exposed edging, but I've still managed to do it. I'm very happy with my t-case skid and would not go with something smaller.
I hear wwhat your saying for sure. Those rocks and stumps will find the weakest spots of all. Not to mention these 80's are freeky heavy. But I like it! Reminds me of my Bronco's in the past... Another life... Like this one better.
Jodo
Absolutely Stunning. I freak out with every update. Any Flexed shots?
I apologize if I missed it, but how much lift did you end up with? It looks like about 6". I am guessing the front coilovers are well balanced with the rears due to the weights you provided. How does it brake?
Very nice job. I would love to do that to mine someday. I would love to see some trail/flex picts next time you get out.
Very nice job. I would love to do that to mine someday. I would love to see some trail/flex picts next time you get out.
Toyo Boyo
SILVER Star
So you ARE married.
I was deeply impressed by this build, but to manage it and a family - wow lol.
Get those trail pics up next - what an amazing project.
Awesome build!!! If you dont mind I would like to see it up close. I live in Roseville too, lucky me.
Tapage
Club 4X4 Panamá
I'm here front of my laptop shaking my head .. and thinking how tha hell you can do this kind of beautyfull job so fast and at home .. ! ( wife and family time/tasks included .. )
hat off ..
hat off ..
SHOW OFF 
Why did you decide to keep the front sway bar? Also impressed by pulling this off and having a family. Very nice work. You must be hung like a horse.
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I'll get some flexy shots soon. I've been busy with working in Vegas about half way through the build. Looking forward to getting out for a good run/test. I'll post the only one I have so far.
Lol! I have built many rigs like this in the past and with a very sopporting family. I've been married for 23 plus years with two great boys. Believe it or not I still come in and cook dinner every night. Cooking is like building to me but better.
Come by anytime during the weekend. I work in Vegas during the week and try to get home every weekend. PM me for cell number..
Thanks Tapage, I couldn't do it without a understanding wife. She knows how happy I get while in the garage brain storming. Trust me, she's well rewarded.
Most people could pull this off with a stick welder and a 4" grinder....
J/K Man, beeeautiful work. Can't wait to hear about the trail performance.
Its funny you say that! All I had in the mid 80's (just married) was a stick welder and a hack saw... Thats it!
Thanks,
Ramon
Why did you decide to keep the front sway bar? Also impressed by pulling this off and having a family. Very nice work. You must be hung like a horse.
LMAO! You guys are pretty funny
Jodo
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I dig the BMW and the dog peeking out the rear slide window!
If you are anywhere between santa clarita and Cal city and see a dark green 80 with 4 king coil overs and 4 bypasses it means I finally got mine done.
If you are anywhere between santa clarita and Cal city and see a dark green 80 with 4 king coil overs and 4 bypasses it means I finally got mine done.
