Edit: links below to portions of swap/build
I swapped in one ton axles (complete, as any project goes), the cruiser already had the cummins motor in it.
Previous build threads:
Alternator swap with vac pump: Isuzu NPR alternator vacuum ports - https://forum.ih8mud.com/threads/isuzu-npr-alternator-vacuum-ports.406686/page-3
Roof rack build: ultra low roof rack - https://forum.ih8mud.com/threads/ultra-low-roof-rack.968557/
Previous vehicle mods: Builds - Cody's slow white 80 (re)build - https://forum.ih8mud.com/threads/codys-slow-white-80-re-build.407556/
Index to specific parts of build:
page 1:
part #'s for axles
axle pics, truss
wheel clearance steering factory
front axle D60 cut up
home built pinion flange adapter
bead locks before powder coat
page 2:
steering parts
redrilled ford rotors (8x6.5)
bead lock rings
airbag mounts
transfer case output flange drilled
adventure vehicles NW adapter
lower links lengthened/beefed
wheels sandblasted
page 3:
wheels powder coated
rubber mounted
fender trimming starts
page 4:
brake cylinder conversation pics
page 5:
Brake mods
4" exhaust started
fender patching
dual filler neck
axles welded
NV4500 cover mods
diff cover fill port raised
knuckles machined high steer
crossemember built
upper wishbone suspension link for rear
airbag system
page 6:
high/low shifter bracket
high steer
aux fuel tank
bbq smoker sidetrack
shock pins and towers started
page 7:
shock towers welded
shock pins (lower)
airbags mounted
toyota jack mod
winch mods
under engine crossmember piece
freespool clutch (winch) pieces
exhaust work
diff cover mod
airbag paddle valves mounted
center console work, shift boots
first drive
page 8:
hydro ram assist steering
clutch throw out and pilot bearing replacement
new wheels
new tires
(Old text):
Trying to create a thread specific to one ton swaps.
There is a few owners with heavier axles swapped into their 80's, and it’s about finicky to hunt for info related to swaps and there are some common questions and issues.
If those who have swapped in heavier axles could post some pics of their axles swapped in, what obstacles they had to navigate, components (i.e. truss, rod ends, steering parts etc) that would be great.
Mine starts with a SD dana 60 off a 2005 Ford F-250, and a 14 bolt off a 2005 GM. The front unit bearing and brake disc have been redrilled to match the chey pattern. The unit bearing was also put on the lathe as the center bore is larger on the ford slightly.
basic plan is high steer arms, swap driver and passenger side to work with Toyota tcase. Reuse radius arms but replace bracket on frame to move bolt down 2” and forward 2-3”
rear will get the artec truss, lengthened lower links, upper replaced with wishbone link to center of truss/axle. Rear to be moved back 2.5” approximately.
going to 42” iroks on widened beadlocked 17’s. Edit: also 40x15.5R20 patriot tires
I swapped in one ton axles (complete, as any project goes), the cruiser already had the cummins motor in it.
Previous build threads:
Alternator swap with vac pump: Isuzu NPR alternator vacuum ports - https://forum.ih8mud.com/threads/isuzu-npr-alternator-vacuum-ports.406686/page-3
Roof rack build: ultra low roof rack - https://forum.ih8mud.com/threads/ultra-low-roof-rack.968557/
Previous vehicle mods: Builds - Cody's slow white 80 (re)build - https://forum.ih8mud.com/threads/codys-slow-white-80-re-build.407556/
Index to specific parts of build:
page 1:
part #'s for axles
axle pics, truss
wheel clearance steering factory
front axle D60 cut up
home built pinion flange adapter
bead locks before powder coat
page 2:
steering parts
redrilled ford rotors (8x6.5)
bead lock rings
airbag mounts
transfer case output flange drilled
adventure vehicles NW adapter
lower links lengthened/beefed
wheels sandblasted
page 3:
wheels powder coated
rubber mounted
fender trimming starts
page 4:
brake cylinder conversation pics
page 5:
Brake mods
4" exhaust started
fender patching
dual filler neck
axles welded
NV4500 cover mods
diff cover fill port raised
knuckles machined high steer
crossemember built
upper wishbone suspension link for rear
airbag system
page 6:
high/low shifter bracket
high steer
aux fuel tank
bbq smoker sidetrack
shock pins and towers started
page 7:
shock towers welded
shock pins (lower)
airbags mounted
toyota jack mod
winch mods
under engine crossmember piece
freespool clutch (winch) pieces
exhaust work
diff cover mod
airbag paddle valves mounted
center console work, shift boots
first drive
page 8:
hydro ram assist steering
clutch throw out and pilot bearing replacement
new wheels
new tires
(Old text):
Trying to create a thread specific to one ton swaps.
There is a few owners with heavier axles swapped into their 80's, and it’s about finicky to hunt for info related to swaps and there are some common questions and issues.
If those who have swapped in heavier axles could post some pics of their axles swapped in, what obstacles they had to navigate, components (i.e. truss, rod ends, steering parts etc) that would be great.
Mine starts with a SD dana 60 off a 2005 Ford F-250, and a 14 bolt off a 2005 GM. The front unit bearing and brake disc have been redrilled to match the chey pattern. The unit bearing was also put on the lathe as the center bore is larger on the ford slightly.
basic plan is high steer arms, swap driver and passenger side to work with Toyota tcase. Reuse radius arms but replace bracket on frame to move bolt down 2” and forward 2-3”
rear will get the artec truss, lengthened lower links, upper replaced with wishbone link to center of truss/axle. Rear to be moved back 2.5” approximately.
going to 42” iroks on widened beadlocked 17’s. Edit: also 40x15.5R20 patriot tires
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