Builds My Current Build-up (billy bad-ass)

[JRFJ4-]

Rod Ends

www.rodendsupply.com

I bought my ends there and they are very helpful and MUCH cheaper than local shops around here.

J.R.

 

[JRFJ4-]

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Progress???

We need some pictures.

JR

 

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Progress: 4/25/06
OK! I did it..I placed the order
11- 1-1/4x12 Currie Johnny Joints w/ FORGED(not welded) shank, 9/16" mounting bolt(39.99 ea w/o 9/16" bolt)

11- 1-1/4x12 Jam Nuts($4.00 ea! roughly)

2- Axle link tabs(0*)

2-Upper Chassis Mounts

1-lower left side mount(picture the right reversed)
1 lower right side mount

i got lazy and ordered these too(could have made them but why, other than the fact they cost almost $160)

 

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What y'all think about this
http://www.polyperformance.com/shop/product.php?productid=102&cat=34&page=1

the 18" ones

 

[JRFJ4-]

Nice Shocks

Those look nice. I'm glad I went with cheapo pro comps. My steering arms have dented both shock bodies. I need to go in a fix, but I don't want to think about it right now.

I likey the shocks.

JR

 

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ahhh.....these aren't just any 'ol shock....they are Air Shocks(kinda like coil-overs w/o the need for coils) This means I don't have to use ANY coils for my suspension(I had planned on using the FJ-80 coils)

i hope.....this is getting REAL FRIGGIN EXPENSIVE

FZJ-80 axles--------------------$1600(after the cost of fuel to pick 'em up)
Johnny Joints-------------------$330
Jam Nuts------------------------$30
Link Tabs and Brackets--------$160
Chassis wiring harness--------$100(bought truck with it )
Frame---------------------------$100(not using it now)
Cab------------------------------(already had it)
Fox Air Shocks-----------------$900~
R151F---------------------------$700(range)
MC08 R10----------------------$499
T-case--------------------------$50-$100
23sp 4.7 gears-----------------$449
3RZ-FE--------------------------$1000(very low miles)
Tires----------------------------$1200
Wheels-------------------------$500(after recentered)
Cable conversion(elocker)---$300($140~ea)
HD tie rod and draglink-------$100
Interior Stuff(seats and such)$200

If it is in the red I haven't purchased it yet...I know there is more.

 

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I Got My Goodies Today!

 

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Inventory(pics soon, I promise)
11-Currie Johnny Joints 2-5/8" mounting width 1-1/4x12 forged stud
11-1-1/4x12 nuts
2-axle link mounts
2-upper link mounts
2-lower frame link mounts
2-bushings for upper 3-link wishbone
1-outrageous bill at:
I also brought the truck cab/frame up into the shop and started the cleaning of the frame so I can mount my brackets. I have been toying with the idea of running a 3.4L and coils up front as opposed to air shox and a 2.7, whatcha think?

 

[bustanutley]

3.4L is a bad bitch with a super charger

 

[sparky195]

go for the gusto man, put in a 1uz or 2uz V8. Little bit more difficult but the badass factor is through the roof.

 

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5/16/06
I know...."updated regularly"....well, I have been trying
the sliders are gone...new ones will be fabbed

Monsters! They are huge! Currie is BADASS!

I got 11 of them

It's a little dark but, you get the idea

I actually had to go 4" higher than I am in these pics(31" to bottom of frame rail is still pretty low for 38's)

The X-member will be notched for d-shaft clearance

Upper tri- 3link monting brackets(tacked in place)

Lower link mounts (pass. side)

Rear view

lower link mount(driver side...I see grinding that needs to be finished)


As far as powerplant's go...I'm going w/ a 3.4L and coils up front....the V-8 is too heavy

 

[wngrog]

The 3.4 is a good motor.

Looks great. Keep it as light as you can.

 

[sparky195]

actually the 1uz is an aluminum block and only wieghs a c hair more than the 2.7 four banger. Not that I'm trying to steer you away from the 3.4, it deffenitly is a great motor. I just have some sick infatuation with the 1uz. Keep up the good work, looks like its going to be quite the capable trail rig.

 

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I did not know that. I'll keep it in mind.

 

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Started mocking up links tonight....turns out that 1-1/4 pvc conduit is an awesome size for these joints.

 

[bandy rooster]

i def. like the idea of using the pvc for mock up ...

 

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It makes mock up so easy...think about it-tubing cost 9.00 a foot(for what I'm using) PVC conduit is VERY CHEAP(I'm an electrician) and light


Progress 5/18/06

I set my frame height tonight. I am liking 28.5" to the bottom of the frame rail. I have roughly 6" up travel (rear). I cut the old shock hoops out from under the front end and ground the slag off. I determined that I am probably going to need to reinforce the front end(due to the coils). But since I am dovetailing the front clip I think that I'll just cut the inner fenders completely out and rebuild it with tubing. Attach the fenders/hood/winch/grill/headlights and all my fender mounted engine components to the tubing(after writing all that down it sure seems like alot of work) I want to put a stinger on there too.

I'm gonna go and pick up my wheels tomorrow... I got 5 H1 DBL beadlocks that have been sandblasted and por'd for $225! HA! I am gonna order some 6lug centers in a day or two.
I got some prices on tires today:
38x12.5x16.5 TSL 6ply 188ea(no tax shipped)
38x12.5x16.5 TSL SX 196

what ya think?

 

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Wheel pics! Side view of the truck! and me with a Plasma Cutter!

I got 5 of theses badboys!

 

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I've got a bad ass camera guy too

 

[actionjackson]

Lookin real nice. Where are you at now? More pics!!