Thursday, January 12, 2006

Back on A frame!


Yes, it's true, the tub is back on a frame, not exactly the frame I'd like it to be on, but I figure the welding/cutting/drilling would be easier on this one rather than the real frame. Hope to get something done this weekend if I don't go to the auto show. If you have welding/fabrication skills (Mike, Bob) expect to hear from me this weekend. As of now, the muffler is gonna have to happen next month, passed it up for a pair of DANA 44's, hopefully they aren't gone yet! By the way, the tripod method is much easier than by hand!

Update: D44'S were gone, muffler to be purchased after tub is on.

Tuesday, January 10, 2006

Done by Spring?


I have 70 days to to reach my goal of running by spring:)

Yesterday spent somewhere around 5 hours cleaning my garage to get ready to put the tub back on. I ordered my skid plate from Wabash and they had it to me in 24 hours! the bushings for the springs went in fine, but my shackles didn't allow enough room for the military wrap so I ordered a new set from 4Wheeldrive Hardware. Along with the shackles I also purchased extended bump stops and steering linkage boots. I also installed my track bars but still need to center my axles. tonight the manifold pipe goes on and come hell or high water I am putting the tub back on this weekend! As for the cold slowing me down...HA!

Update: The water sure is high around these parts...:(
The cold didn't slow me down, but all this rain sure is.