SQRLPWR Posted February 4, 2016 Report Share Posted February 4, 2016 got the brake lines today from CT. They didn't have the double flare connectors tho Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jawritch Posted February 4, 2016 Report Share Posted February 4, 2016 Awesome that you picked them up @jay! If I remember correctly I had to grind a tiny bit of material off the caliper where they bolt on to get them to fit nicely. Not sure how different the calipers are though between d44 and d30. And Canadian tire can be pretty cap for finding fitting and similar little odds and ends sometimes. Depending on which one you went to and who you got they'll sometimes go grab a couple from shop use and give you those Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jawritch Posted February 4, 2016 Report Share Posted February 4, 2016 Just to clarify Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SQRLPWR Posted February 4, 2016 Report Share Posted February 4, 2016 Yes, thanks for the parts numbers etc, that really helped I had to go to the Clayton Park store to get the lines, and they were helpful with the fittings....just didn't have the right size in their box'o'fittings. I'm gonna try Part Source on Cobequid later if I get chance. IDK if it fits yet as I didn't get chance last night to try last night.... I've installed the calipers upside down too LOL Now, the only thing left for my build is tubing. I don't know if my track bar and steering link are the right length - probably wont be. So I plan to get some DOM to sleeve them to length if needed. I also need to figure out if I need to make any adjustments to the hole diameter on my steering arm to match the Ford ball joint. ...and I can't touch it yet, because I'm having to get an insurance appraisal for the mods before I can insurance, and there's no way they can see the SAS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SQRLPWR Posted February 4, 2016 Report Share Posted February 4, 2016 41 minutes ago, jay said: Now, the only thing left for my build is tubing. I don't know if my track bar and steering link are the right length - probably wont be. So I plan to get some DOM to sleeve them to length if needed. ...and I'm not 100% sure this is acceptable thing to do to a track bar given it's criticality to the front end? I'm thinking not, but if it's ok it'll save me $$ In my mind...cut the track bar, fit a tight fitting DOM sleeve, plug weld the length, weld the end or am I way off? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
e36m3 Posted February 4, 2016 Report Share Posted February 4, 2016 If it was my rig, I'd do it with the do it once do it right mindset. So I would just built a custom trackbar. I'm not a big fan of sleeved stuff. Weld aren't always perfect and also corrode. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
82Yota Posted February 4, 2016 Report Share Posted February 4, 2016 26 minutes ago, jay said: ...and I'm not 100% sure this is acceptable thing to do to a track bar given it's criticality to the front end? I'm thinking not, but if it's ok it'll save me $$ In my mind...cut the track bar, fit a tight fitting DOM sleeve, plug weld the length, weld the end or am I way off? To sleeve stuff and get it straight and with uniform welds make yourself a set of pipe rollers out ofcasters borrowed from something else around the garage. Similar to this but x2 It allows you to roll the tubing while you're welding it so you can do it all in one shot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SQRLPWR Posted February 4, 2016 Report Share Posted February 4, 2016 50 minutes ago, e36m3 said: If it was my rig, I'd do it with the do it once do it right mindset. So I would just built a custom trackbar. I'm not a big fan of sleeved stuff. Weld aren't always perfect and also corrode. Agreed Where to buy heims and bungs - and what size? The bolt diameter on my axle is 3/4" - the track bar frame mount can be anything. Something like this maybe? http://www.ebay.com/itm/Economy-Panhard-Bar-Kit-3-4-x-3-4-16-Econ-Heim-Joint-Bungs-120-/371075183376 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
82Yota Posted February 4, 2016 Report Share Posted February 4, 2016 1 minute ago, jay said: Agreed Where to buy heims and bungs - and what size? The bolt diameter on my axle is 3/4" - the track bar frame mount can be anything. Something like this maybe? http://www.ebay.com/itm/Economy-Panhard-Bar-Kit-3-4-x-3-4-16-Econ-Heim-Joint-Bungs-120-/371075183376 http://www.emfrodends.com/ Pricier but rebuildable and made in Canada by one of the best offroad fabbers out there Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sar4x4 Posted February 4, 2016 Report Share Posted February 4, 2016 I believe I have heard showing non-factory-looking welds on steering components won't pass MVI. As in maybe sleeved/extensions at home. Dunno, just something to consider. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lil'monster Posted February 4, 2016 Report Share Posted February 4, 2016 We built a tie rod for Andrew's f 150 sas it was sleeved we welded it up and ground it smooth with a flap disc painted it black then through a ruff country sticker on it . Looked factory Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SQRLPWR Posted February 4, 2016 Report Share Posted February 4, 2016 Good info guys. I'm gonna go with making one instead of modifying what I have.... I think. You never know, I might even get lucky with the stock Bronco bar that I have Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sar4x4 Posted February 4, 2016 Report Share Posted February 4, 2016 Yeah, it's the concrete re-bar steering arm and drag link modifications with gob welds that show badly......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sar4x4 Posted February 5, 2016 Report Share Posted February 5, 2016 My parts arrived today.......... Pics tonight! All will be revealed! Break out the portable band saw! Speaking of, does anyone have one? It is suggested as the first tool of attack for the mod....... But I do have a recip saw and grinder that are usually used for the second attack and final finish. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eastcoastcam Posted February 6, 2016 Report Share Posted February 6, 2016 Tom came out tothe house today. We started the day off with a tea and deprogrammed the Overland and programmed his Jeep and went for a rip... Then we got down to business on the purpose of his visit and dropped the bellypan on the TJ to replace the transmission mount and install the new exhaust that's been hiding away in the cabinet since last June... Got the skid plate out, and undid the transmission mount from the belly pan, then dropped the belly pan. Only managed to snap one skid plate bolt on the belly pan and 2 on the transmission mount, lol! Detuned Tom's Jeep for the run to Sackville for bolts and then he almost cried... The difference was THAT noticeable, even from the passenger seat... Got the nuts and bolts needed and got it all installed. Boy does my Jeep sound nice now ! Tom has video of the first fire up that I am sure he'll post up.. The "new" mount all installed . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SQRLPWR Posted February 6, 2016 Report Share Posted February 6, 2016 Exhaust note sounded awesome last night ! One day I'll get around to fixing mine properly once I can get it up high enough to stop it dragging on the ground LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Powerram Posted February 7, 2016 Report Share Posted February 7, 2016 On 10/01/2016 at 4:24 PM, jay said: Not sure why that quote box showed up and it wouldn't go away. Anyway, the stock Dodge Dakota now rocks 315/75-16 tires now . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SQRLPWR Posted February 7, 2016 Report Share Posted February 7, 2016 Are you bringing it to TJs on the 20th? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Powerram Posted February 7, 2016 Report Share Posted February 7, 2016 I have to confirm work schedule but hoping I can get out to that run Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Powerram Posted February 7, 2016 Report Share Posted February 7, 2016 Here is how she sits now with 35 " tires haha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SQRLPWR Posted February 7, 2016 Report Share Posted February 7, 2016 Gotta be rubbing? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Powerram Posted February 7, 2016 Report Share Posted February 7, 2016 A little on the frame on steering lock, and just cut out lots of plastic edges Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ronin Posted February 8, 2016 Report Share Posted February 8, 2016 not all today but here is an update . ground the front V6 calipers so the beadlock wheels will fit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ronin Posted February 8, 2016 Report Share Posted February 8, 2016 welded up the front bump stops , tied into the frame and shock mounts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ronin Posted February 8, 2016 Report Share Posted February 8, 2016 finished an anti warp bar Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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