Don I have questions about placement of the rear shackle mountsGood questions Dave!
I know the GM design is flawed. You can’t take the springs out with out grinding off the bolts as other parts are in the way?
What do you gain from the new shackle mounts?
The GM has a drop mount than everything mounts upward of that for some reason
Never had any experience with shackles or anything like. Just the standard lift that ya buy from the local 4x4 shop they installed. I have a two inch something block in the back of my 2500. They have flaws like axlewrap and wheel hop and so forth. Does this thing your adding change that?
Does it go directly into the rivets you ground off?
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How do you determine where the new plate will go?That's easy
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Picked up 4-3/8", 1- 1/4" and 1- 5/16" cobalt drill bits just now...$48!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Man stuff is getting expensive!!!!!!
I’m thinking 4@ 3/8” , 1@ 1/4”, and 1@ 5/16”Winna!
The front will need a mount which I will fab up and mount at each corner. Without the mount the rack is pretty stout, but it should be secured properly to remove any doubt
I guess it wouldThe front will need a mount which I will fab up and mount at each corner. Without the mount the rack is pretty stout, but it should be secured properly to remove any doubt
The front of that roof rack would be a perfect spot for a light bar...
used as long period storage coolers.. the hefty ones make sense (i can’t recall exactly which brand you got..) but ppl kill me when they go get a $300 yeti to bring beer to a concert bc it ‘holds ice for a week!’ like.. use a $20 walmart cooler you don’t mind getting sand in if you’re opening the thing every 2 min. hahah
The glare off the hood would blind ya!
I have often wondered how folks deal with all the glare from overhead lights...???
I actually wanted to matt-black the hood to reduce glare, so that just may be something I might be interested in doing. But I'd save that for post trip. Too much to do to get ready to go to worry about a roof light just now. The light holes in the bumper Brian built has plenty of holes needing to be filled right now
The glare off the hood would blind ya!
I have often wondered how folks deal with all the glare from overhead lights...???
You either paint or apply a matte black,grey or a similar darker colored decal to the hood to negate any glare. Or slide the light back away from the front of the cab a little bit, or a combination of both.
Nice, glad to hear it fired up and sounds good.Yea, those 243 heads and the new vinci cam makes a whole new motor out of what was an LQ4. I guess it no longer is a LQ4, but something of a hybrid at this point.
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I painted them low gloss black and allowed the paint to harden then secured everything.Unless I missed it you don’t have any gasket or sealant on that nutsert?
I didn't write about it, but the "nut" itself is sealed with silicone, and the foot of the tube has a closed cell foam gasket I glued to it.I painted them low gloss black and allowed the paint to harden then secured everything.Unless I missed it you don’t have any gasket or sealant on that nutsert?
I would highly recommend a foam gasket or a big ugly glop of silicone....
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We also would like a video or a sound clip. This vehicle motor runs and idles.Yea, I tried, but the vid did not show up. The "Old" camera I just purchased stopped working so I had to buy another one, this time back to a Cannon EOS and I guess I don't know how to shoot video. I thought I pulled two 20 sec clips of the idle, but apparently I didn't.
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Get a kid to video it on a I phone and than upload to YouTube than install linkWe also would like a video or a sound clip. This vehicle motor runs and idles.Yea, I tried, but the vid did not show up. The "Old" camera I just purchased stopped working so I had to buy another one, this time back to a Cannon EOS and I guess I don't know how to shoot video. I thought I pulled two 20 sec clips of the idle, but apparently I didn't.
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Commas and decimal points are really important. Especially in financeAnd I believe if it’s less than qty 10, you’re supposed to spell it out ;)
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Yea ManCommas and decimal points are really important. Especially in financeAnd I believe if it’s less than qty 10, you’re supposed to spell it out ;)
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Four 3/8”
Edit: didn’t realize I was replying to a three day old post, otherwise I wouldn’t have brought it back up.
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OK, caught up now but you need to tell us a new thread is going!I would have used the SF stocker and I think with just a 35" tire and the stall converter I used, I might have gotten away with the 4.10 gear, but with this axle and a 4.88, I know I will be fully setup for whatever power level or tire size I go to eventually.
Glad that is fired right up, all the parts work!
I agree on the comma and number stuff, was taught that writing reports and it just works.
That would be cool if those brakes work. I will still take a FF over the SF anytime, just the 9.5SF is not a bad rear if you have a 1/2 ton.
Any possibility to putting that set up on a sing out hinge? Like your tire carrier? Swing it out back so you don’t have to climb inside
Is this barn doors or drop gate?
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Any possibility to putting that set up on a sing out hinge? Like your tire carrier? Swing it out back so you don’t have to climb inside
Is this barn doors or drop gate?
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To my knowledge it was offered all the way to 06. Rumor mill said they stopped the option because of the blind spot in the back but.... you could still do a split gate and a solid window. Hybrid type of option
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Any possibility to putting that set up on a sing out hinge? Like your tire carrier? Swing it out back so you don’t have to climb insideDave, There's like thirty six hundred pics on this thread of the back end of the truck (showing the rear hatch) Scroll backward just a few entries to where I velcroed the hatchet inside the rear hatch
Is this bar doors or drop gate?
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Any possibility to putting that set up on a sing out hinge? Like your tire carrier? Swing it out back so you don’t have to climb insideDave, There's like thirty six hundred pics on this thread of the back end of the truck (showing the rear hatch) Scroll backward just a few entries to where I velcroed the hatchet inside the rear hatch
Is this bar doors or drop gate?
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Knucklehead!
And my favorite is by far the barn door. I looked for the longest time for a good clean lower mileage 8.1L barn door 2000 or 2001. I have never seen a barn door any newer, was surprised, actually, to read here that they were produced until 06.
And BTW, the competition for this Burb was a 1999 2500 with a 454 and of course, Barn doors. That one was $5000, one heck of a buy...But...Rust just coming through.
Don don't do stock, and Don don't do rust.
But to answer your question, that is an excellent idea, and with time I could probably pull that off. Maybe in the future...
For now and maybe for now on, TBD, its this bin gox separator/organizer thing.
I envision stopping at night and pulling out a few things, or unpacking for longer stays.
Found this article interesting regarding the shackle flip and towing stability. You might already know all this, but I picked up some tidbits I didn’t know.
https://ck5.com/forums/threads/shackle-flip-stability.23402/ (https://ck5.com/forums/threads/shackle-flip-stability.23402/)
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https://www.4-wheelclassics.com/vehicles/236/1999-gmc-suburbanThat's where i purchased mine at
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I see that price.... where do you think I found the website. They offer some cool stuffAnd although that is spendy, I think we need to rethink buying vehicles.
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https://www.4-wheelclassics.com/vehicles/236/1999-gmc-suburban
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Don, That shelf came out nice but I have a small suggestion. Cover the back for 2 reasons;I could cover the back. I purchased two sheets of 1/4" so I'll look at doing that before primer.
It will look all cluttered from the outside with all the stuff in there tinted window or not.
It will be pushed on and tested, shearing is needed to keep it solid. Even just the bases and a couple compartments will help a lot.
Going to paint it grey right :likebutton:
Are you worried about the blind spot out that rear window now with that organizer?
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Are you worried about the blind spot out that rear window now with that organizer?
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Reverse camera,,,,,,,,,
Are you going to upgrade mirrors? They sell a good replacement on a1 auto that matches c max tow mirrorsHmmm, hadn't thought about it.
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That was it for time. Yesterday our oldest daughter delivered her forth child, a baby girl, Rory. I shopped this morning and prepared them dinner for their homecoming. It's good to serve our fellow man, and really good to serve your family...your growing family, your family which won't freakin' stop growin' your fami.... :facepalm:
Thanks MikeThat was it for time. Yesterday our oldest daughter delivered her forth child, a baby girl, Rory. I shopped this morning and prepared them dinner for their homecoming. It's good to serve our fellow man, and really good to serve your family...your growing family, your family which won't freakin' stop growin' your fami.... :facepalm:
Congrats on new arrival. Hoping everyone is healthy and happy.
How are your wife and son doing? She feeling better?
https://www.4-wheelclassics.com/vehicles/236/1999-gmc-suburban
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There’s paperwork in there from JiffyLube - wonder if there is any oil in the engine? ;)
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How does one “borrow” a plane that size?The company you work for has to own it
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After Playing with that, I pulled it out, and finish sanded it, then coated it with duplicolor truck bed liner. I did not like how it turned out, much too thin, laid out flat, not textured like I wanted, so tomorrow I'll redo it with something elseI have seen somewhere that Ship Wreck Harbor has a decent rattle can bed liner. Try hat
https://www.4-wheelclassics.com/vehicles/236/1999-gmc-suburban
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There’s paperwork in there from JiffyLube - wonder if there is any oil in the engine? ;)
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Ouch.
I don't think I've ever seen a hub that thick before. Crazy thick from what I can see.I've done some homework since buying this thing. It is rated as a 15,000 lb axle!!!!!!!!!
The 2014 changed lug patterns to that 8-180 or something. No longer the 8 -6.5Oh, good catch!
Wouldn’t you need older?
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If you really wanted to show off your talent, you could redrill all 16 holes.
I am still stunned that Ken agreed with me!Even more stunned that don gave you credit for the catch!
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I thought you were talking about drilling the holes in the wheels larger for the humongo studs?That doesn’t actually sound like a terrible idea. Hole should already have the acorn taper in the bottom. Just can’t rotate tires front to back
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I so want to abuse the moderation powers bestowed upon me by our great leader, but I shall try to act like an adult, for once.If he wasn’t leaving until June he could do it. Pull some all nighters.
Mike, can you imagine drilling through that 1-2" thick hub, 16 times, with his harbor freight drill? Lol
I so want to abuse the moderation powers bestowed upon me by our great leader, but I shall try to act like an adult, for once.
Mike, can you imagine drilling through that 1-2" thick hub, 16 times, with his harbor freight drill? Lol
I feel like the boss has gone and posted all of this in the complete wrong thread. This thread has all of that camping and overland equipment while all these posts are related to build part 3.
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I feel like the boss has gone and posted all of this in the complete wrong thread. This thread has all of that camping and overland equipment while all these posts are related to build part 3.You are correct!
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:facepalm:
I don’t but someone does. Nate maybe...
I will move them in morning..... :facepalm:
You are correct!
And I was in the middle of trying to figure out how to move all these posts over to my build thread...
Anybody know how to do that?
:knucklehead:
:laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
Not part of flyin' or building something rusty or dirty: I would know nothing about it!You are correct!
And I was in the middle of trying to figure out how to move all these posts over to my build thread...
Anybody know how to do that?
:knucklehead:
:laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
LOL!
I sometimes look up word origins
I was researching "BoneHead" yesterday.
Way back in the ancient greek
I discovered the origin of that word is from the word, "Don!"
LOL! Well, I think we've all been there in some form or fashion. Surviving boneheaded decisions is what creates experience. At least, that's been my observation of all my Armee associates. :wink:
Got more axle work done, but first a couple fun thingsWe put that same set on a coworkers 2016 6.0 farm truck a few months ago. Install was a little more involved because the whole door panel had to come off and there was an optional fourth screw that required drilling another hole in the door. They seem like a good product.
First, remember those mirrors Dave pointed me to?
Well, let's put them on!
Earlier you were against the idea of putting lights up High do to glare off of your hood? While I think they look cool up in that rack, what is the plan for the hood? Flat black?Will the glare be that bad from spot lights? Never had a set up there so I have no idea.
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He was the one with the original concernEarlier you were against the idea of putting lights up High do to glare off of your hood? While I think they look cool up in that rack, what is the plan for the hood? Flat black?Will the glare be that bad from spot lights? Never had a set up there so I have no idea.
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Don did your mirrors come with turn signal in the mirror?Man you people have been busy!
Also don’t forget to remove you expensive LED bulb from the take off mirrors
Earlier you were against the idea of putting lights up High do to glare off of your hood? While I think they look cool up in that rack, what is the plan for the hood? Flat black?
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Panhard bar looks good. Not sure I concur on the bag placement, but keep us postedDitto
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I like the sticker Big one on the hood?Naw, just blackness, I think, on the hood.
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OK, then, what's your thoughts on my site selection for the bag. Granted, I have never seen one placed there like that, but it would work. I just don't have thee space to place it over the spring pad like it would normally be found, so looking at all factors, I settled on the plan you see.Panhard bar looks good. Not sure I concur on the bag placement, but keep us postedDitto
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Reality is you put cart b4 the horse. Start with the bags, get them on and functioning then decide if you really need track bar which you know you don’t but agree it is a nice feature maybe? A sway bar back there would be more beneficial imo for the high load.I'm adding a sway bar too. That was next, after the bags
So you’re saying you didn’t have one on your suburban and it rolled over? ;)
See what I did there Don? I justified your work.
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yah Dave,,,, she was crossing a creek on a road here with a cement pad on the creek bottom and the water pushed the truck off the pad....it got hung. She then climbed onto the roof and took a running jump and took a swim. About 30 min later the rising water rolled the truck off the pad and it headed down stream. No real loss, she got out safely and it was a Burb with IFSMan, that's a story!
We learned from this...she now owns a water proof phone and we moved LoL
So you’re saying you didn’t have one on your suburban and it rolled over? ;);-)
See what I did there Don? I justified your work.
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Panhard bar looks good. Not sure I concur on the bag placement, but keep us posted
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I call liar liar on that. No way with as little hair as you have that a haircut will take that long
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I call liar liar on that. No way with as little hair as you have that a haircut will take that longOK, so I'm gonna have to prove it
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I call liar liar on that. No way with as little hair as you have that a haircut will take that longOK, so I'm gonna have to prove it
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Drive over to the barber shop 16 min
Had to wait 4 min for it to open
Waited almost 10 min while the ladies got their stuff together enough to call me back
Haircut, shampoo, dryin. greasin' it up with whatever that was, maybe 15 min.
From the haircut over to Subway. In and out in I'd say 20 min.
Drive back home, another 16 min
So right there 2 hours and 36 min!
Ha!
HAHA. I’ll give ya my log in Tex, use it all ya want after ya get fired.I call liar liar on that. No way with as little hair as you have that a haircut will take that longOK, so I'm gonna have to prove it
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Drive over to the barber shop 16 min
Had to wait 4 min for it to open
Waited almost 10 min while the ladies got their stuff together enough to call me back
Haircut, shampoo, dryin. greasin' it up with whatever that was, maybe 15 min.
From the haircut over to Subway. In and out in I'd say 20 min.
Drive back home, another 16 min
So right there 2 hours and 36 min!
Ha!
I was going to let this slide, but no. I have to draw the line.
You weren't at a barber shop as evidenced by the text above.
Don was at a SALON. Get a mani-pedi while you were there, big guy?
See you boys in a month, when my temp ban is over..... :beercheers:
Looks good. Interesting you had to fab up the lower mount. Thought the kit would have been a plug and play.Clue: Shackle flip
Sway bar will be much more important than a track bar unless you are nascar racing
:popcorn:Sorry to keep you waiting JR
Won't be top heavy with all that down there.Indeed!
I may have to do airbags too. The deaver springs are made for flexing and have no overload. And I will be towing.
Sure will be cool to have it sitting on the wheels.
Illl just leave this hereThat looks so retarded
https://images.app.goo.gl/vDB3ko44UaZEufLv7
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On the bumper. What about adding a brace to the rear adding mucho KIA pushing ability. Same stuff I have been thinking on mine.That other piece is a leg of the engine hoist, not part of the bumper
I thought on Danas the shims go on the outside of the race. You shim for X preload after finding backlash?Not in this axle. THe outside of the race spacer is like twice the diameter of the shims Tater supplied that are clearly marked "Dana 80"
Grill on the roof is going to either get the LineX or the KBS black treatment...undecided at this pointWhy would you paint your grill? That will smell terrible when ya cook on it
I thought on Danas the shims go on the outside of the race. You shim for X preload after finding backlash?
Grill on the roof is going to either get the LineX or the KBS black treatment...undecided at this pointWhy would you paint your grill? That will smell terrible when ya cook on it
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Set up bearings *cough:evil: probably should have thought about those. Or that bearing puller. I don't think I've been banned yet, maybe it's my turn
Set up bearings *cough:evil: probably should have thought about those. Or that bearing puller. I don't think I've been banned yet, maybe it's my turn
Don, if you want to run that axle to Ft Wayne I know the guy who sets up the rear rear ends at Dana for testing purposes.Too far my friend
Seth, can put that together with his eyes closed. Let me know if you need his number? He did all our race trucks.
Don, if you want to run that axle to Ft Wayne I know the guy who sets up the rear rear ends at Dana for testing purposes.Too far my friend
Seth, can put that together with his eyes closed. Let me know if you need his number? He did all our race trucks.
I'll take the bird in hand. take me 90 min to drive up, drop off and ditty-mau back home.
Or are we talking an overnight deal??Drive up, grab a hotel, load the next day and come home???
Yea, I looked at the distances involved, not just a simple drive over. That's quite the drive. Thanks anyway but I'll stay with current plan.Don, if you want to run that axle to Ft Wayne I know the guy who sets up the rear rear ends at Dana for testing purposes.Too far my friend
Seth, can put that together with his eyes closed. Let me know if you need his number? He did all our race trucks.
I'll take the bird in hand. take me 90 min to drive up, drop off and ditty-mau back home.
Or are we talking an overnight deal??Drive up, grab a hotel, load the next day and come home???
Last I knew Seth worked third, worth a shot to call and see what his schedule is. May be able to run up in morning and have him do it then run home. He used to work out of his brothers garage but as of late when axles are in a truck he was using Branik motor sports shop with lift.
How far from Eastern, California, or Burlington, Wickliffe, Murray, or Louisville KY? How about Dayton, Columbus, Lucasville, Pataskala, E Palestine, Junction City, Harrison, Twinsburg, Dayton or Garfield Heights OH?Burlington is just up the road probably 20 minutes from Don
Don, I know you would never abuse that trailer hitch "but" why not put a good hitch on it just in case you accidently tried. Those round factory receivers are just junk and you already have it removed.
OK, for the axle people: I dropped the mutant axle off at Cincinnati Driveline, the go to place in this area for all things, well, driveline. They said they would try and get to it next week. I think they liked the fact that it was all cleaned up and pretty.I am sure the tow rating and so forth matches up, but knowing that nice easy me bent my factory GM hitch we had better get you in a upgrade model!
Towing People: Chevy tow hitch=No good??
Didn't realize that, well can't have that business, better go and get that Curt unit you goodins recommend, because like Bob aptly pointed out, Although I am not known to abuse things, the possibility exists!
Appreciate the advice!OK, for the axle people: I dropped the mutant axle off at Cincinnati Driveline, the go to place in this area for all things, well, driveline. They said they would try and get to it next week. I think they liked the fact that it was all cleaned up and pretty.I am sure the tow rating and so forth matches up, but knowing that nice easy me bent my factory GM hitch we had better get you in a upgrade model!
Towing People: Chevy tow hitch=No good??
Didn't realize that, well can't have that business, better go and get that Curt unit you goodins recommend, because like Bob aptly pointed out, Although I am not known to abuse things, the possibility exists!
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I couldn’t get my amazon to pull up anything larger than class 3 for some reason, is your frame bolt pattern same as the trucks?
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I would just go with it as it is, talk to brian and see what the issue was/is and fix/finish when you return from trip.....time is getting short.
I would just go with it as it is, talk to brian and see what the issue was/is and fix/finish when you return from trip.....time is getting short.Concur.
Couple of corrections
First the bumper "Shims" I posted are actually the light tabs for the front bumper lights...My bad
Next, have been speaking to Brian. He thinks the front Suburban and 2500 truck are the same, so we should be good with the front fitment. Will know shortly.
I'd say that if I can get the rear to mount up, and I should, then all that remains is sorting out the spare tire/bin carrier arm. Not sure how that ends, but that should remain the only problem.
On cutting off the lower quarter, I actually thought about it earlier. I did it with my Tundra years ago and built a wrap around bumper/slider affair. Not now, but may go that route after the trip as some have suggested, actually those two brothers, Dave and his older brother, Shawn. (He-he)
Couple of corrections
First the bumper "Shims" I posted are actually the light tabs for the front bumper lights...My bad
Next, have been speaking to Brian. He thinks the front Suburban and 2500 truck are the same, so we should be good with the front fitment. Will know shortly.
I'd say that if I can get the rear to mount up, and I should, then all that remains is sorting out the spare tire/bin carrier arm. Not sure how that ends, but that should remain the only problem.
On cutting off the lower quarter, I actually thought about it earlier. I did it with my Tundra years ago and built a wrap around bumper/slider affair. Not now, but may go that route after the trip as some have suggested, actually those two brothers, Dave and his older brother, Shawn. (He-he)
Shoot, you and Shawn could probably knock out that mod in a day, just crash at his shop for an overnight!
OUCH!!!!I like you.
Couple of corrections
First the bumper "Shims" I posted are actually the light tabs for the front bumper lights...My bad
Next, have been speaking to Brian. He thinks the front Suburban and 2500 truck are the same, so we should be good with the front fitment. Will know shortly.
I'd say that if I can get the rear to mount up, and I should, then all that remains is sorting out the spare tire/bin carrier arm. Not sure how that ends, but that should remain the only problem.
On cutting off the lower quarter, I actually thought about it earlier. I did it with my Tundra years ago and built a wrap around bumper/slider affair. Not now, but may go that route after the trip as some have suggested, actually those two brothers, Dave and his older brother, Shawn. (He-he)
Shoot, you and Shawn could probably knock out that mod in a day, just crash at his shop for an overnight!
Turner, he referred to Dave as my blood relation. Realize my shop is in a secured gated facility, there is a reason for that...... :tongue:
I bet I get in there! ;-)Couple of corrections
First the bumper "Shims" I posted are actually the light tabs for the front bumper lights...My bad
Next, have been speaking to Brian. He thinks the front Suburban and 2500 truck are the same, so we should be good with the front fitment. Will know shortly.
I'd say that if I can get the rear to mount up, and I should, then all that remains is sorting out the spare tire/bin carrier arm. Not sure how that ends, but that should remain the only problem.
On cutting off the lower quarter, I actually thought about it earlier. I did it with my Tundra years ago and built a wrap around bumper/slider affair. Not now, but may go that route after the trip as some have suggested, actually those two brothers, Dave and his older brother, Shawn. (He-he)
Shoot, you and Shawn could probably knock out that mod in a day, just crash at his shop for an overnight!
Turner, he referred to Dave as my blood relation. Realize my shop is in a secured gated facility, there is a reason for that...... :tongue:
Seen the Jeep crowd mount them to the hood, other folks mount them to the side of the luggage rack, that bumper looks awfully nice to mess up the lines with a clunky jackIts due in Thursday
Did ya notice all the extra storage room under that rear quarter panel ?
When is the new tow hitch due?
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it's looking heavy Don.....the burbits looking good!
it's looking heavy Don.....the burb
That sucks about the winch.I'll be able to sort the winch. I'll just create a cradle for it, like Dodge does on that rock crawlin truck of theirs
Any update on the third member?
What’s on the punch list to finish?
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Why can’t you have the winch sit up like normal? Is it a air block issue? Trying to keep it hidden to maintain a low profile?
Cut the top of that bumper open a little wider and mount it in
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CopyWhy can’t you have the winch sit up like normal? Is it a air block issue? Trying to keep it hidden to maintain a low profile?
Cut the top of that bumper open a little wider and mount it in
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Shrinkage issue during the build caused the up top winch spot to be too small, so he cut and modified and moved, hoping it would all fit. Check out post 15 in the suburban bumper build thread. Was an unaccounted for whoops.
Or atleast that’s how I understood it
Why can’t you have the winch sit up like normal? Is it a air block issue? Trying to keep it hidden to maintain a low profile?It's a depth issue. The bumper does not allow enough space to place anything behind it and still clear the radiator support
Cut the top of that bumper open a little wider and mount it in
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Two steps forward and one step back - kinda what I'm going through trying to dot all the I 's and cross all the T 's with retirement matters! I've had scabs ripped off old wounds looking for tax docs and other papers from the "practice wife" era. God will create a path forward for us all Don - fret not! :grin: :grin:I'm not worried about it.
Is it possible to remote locate the winch control pack and would that help?This winch has all that built in. Its a nice design
Just posted on that - check when you can and relay it to Andrew please -Two steps forward and one step back - kinda what I'm going through trying to dot all the I 's and cross all the T 's with retirement matters! I've had scabs ripped off old wounds looking for tax docs and other papers from the "practice wife" era. God will create a path forward for us all Don - fret not! :grin: :grin:I'm not worried about it.
Its small potatoes, I'll figure it out.
I'm much more concerned about Andrew, the man who contacted me who is dying of cancer. He is the guy in the faith section I posted a thread on. He is in a bad way...
I feel really wrong thinking I have any problems worthy of note in view of his titanic suffering...
I sent the link to him, but commo is spotty, he is not well...Just posted on that - check when you can and relay it to Andrew please -Two steps forward and one step back - kinda what I'm going through trying to dot all the I 's and cross all the T 's with retirement matters! I've had scabs ripped off old wounds looking for tax docs and other papers from the "practice wife" era. God will create a path forward for us all Don - fret not! :grin: :grin:I'm not worried about it.
Its small potatoes, I'll figure it out.
I'm much more concerned about Andrew, the man who contacted me who is dying of cancer. He is the guy in the faith section I posted a thread on. He is in a bad way...
I feel really wrong thinking I have any problems worthy of note in view of his titanic suffering...
If that control box was remote would that solve the issue? A new winch might be simpler answer.Wait and see grasshopper...
You should see if you can cut that cable plug into that new bumper. Keep the low hanging fruit from being so low.Patience, my son, patience...
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Patience, my son, patience...
Patience, my son, patience...
I can only assume he's adopted?
I mean, we've heard you call him plenty of other things, but not that particular one. :grin:
Patience, my son, patience...
I can only assume he's adopted?
I mean, we've heard you call him plenty of other things, but not that particular one. :grin:
It’s for the folks in the inner city who like to follow to close. Makes the sudden stop less on your vehicle
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He’s coming to Utah, better be prepared for tailgating a holes with slow reaction times
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Surprised hitch wasn’t designed / built into rear bumper.That was a result of a decision I made during the design process.
Well, I picked up the bumper, then did absolutely nothing the rest of the day. Had to scoot this evening. Wife threw me a gathering/party. Mexican food, was really nice. I am blessed! Grandkids ate all my ice cream desert! I didn't get a single bite!!!!!
So bumper is still in the back of the truck, guess I'll get to it tomorrow.
Don, all this electrical work, did you finish up the steps and I missed it? Or is that still a too do...You are paying attention!
Bumper looks great, like to see the winch idea you have.Actually all he needs is a battery isolator. It’s automatic. Will allow it to charge but not drain the primary. Essentially it’s just a big diode
On the isolated battery, why not use a relay that works that energizes when the engine is running? Nothing to forget to switch on/off and maybe a little led showing it is charging?
Bumper looks great, like to see the winch idea you have.Actually all he needs is a battery isolator. It’s automatic. Will allow it to charge but not drain the primary. Essentially it’s just a big diode
On the isolated battery, why not use a relay that works that energizes when the engine is running? Nothing to forget to switch on/off and maybe a little led showing it is charging?
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Don, all this electrical work, did you finish up the steps and I missed it? Or is that still a too do...You are paying attention!
I need to connect three wires. You will recall I could not find the correct wire to connect to for the front doors. I needed a multimeter. Actually, I needed a new battery for mine. With all the stuff going on, I just kept forgetting it. However today I finally picked up a new 9VDC battery and can test for the correct wire. Should have that buttoned up in a day or two.
Bumper looks great, like to see the winch idea you have.Yea, not a bad idea JR, but I already purchased a BOS (Big ole switch) to handle the chores
On the isolated battery, why not use a relay that works that energizes when the engine is running? Nothing to forget to switch on/off and maybe a little led showing it is charging?
I think the steps are ok in the fairer climates.Samm has a point. As for mine, been fine throughout the seasons, but we have far, far less snow/cold weather than he does. For a moderate zone 6 condition they are OK.
Everyone I know that HAD them hated them.
Between mud and ice or a combination of both they stuck down up or somewhere between.
So depending on your AO there is that tidbit.
When they worked they loved them.
Can’t wait to see this sitting next to your duramax see how much in size difference they have. It looks really good sittingWon't be too much longer. Only need that rear axle
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Are you still planing on replacing shocks with bilsteinsFox 2.0
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Are you still planing on replacing shocks with bilsteins
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Dang that looks good Don, are those 37's?
Which headunit did you get? We got one that has that CarPlay feature as well, for the crew cab build.
Any word on the rear axle? Still waiting to get on their table I’d guess...
Dang that looks good Don, are those 37's?35"
Which headunit did you get? We got one that has that CarPlay feature as well, for the crew cab build.No word on axle
Any word on the rear axle? Still waiting to get on their table I’d guess...
Clearance wise do you think you have more room for more bigger tires. It looks like you didn’t do the inner fender mod yet which gets ya lots and lots of spaceWell, I purchased the 35" tires way back around Christmas
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I made a few more adjustments to the base mount
I think Beau sold them to me...I made a few more adjustments to the base mount
I think Trevor would be tickled to see his brackets holding up a battery, lol
Back to wiring, I finished the fuse/switching panel
The wire from the main battery will attach to the open terminal on the solenoid, then a wire will connect to the bus end of the fuses and attach to the second battery
Man that would make for a great YouTube vid!Back to wiring, I finished the fuse/switching panel
The wire from the main battery will attach to the open terminal on the solenoid, then a wire will connect to the bus end of the fuses and attach to the second battery
I know you’re fond of wood tables for welding and all but am I the only one raising an eye brow at this wooden rubber covered mount? I realize it’s a long shot but it something shorts out and that gets hot you don’t think a fire with extra kindling might be a concern? :huh:
Oh come on now.... I have never seen a zip tie in the sun last a year.I'll have to put some stuff on top to shield them from the deadly solar rays...
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Good progress, I want to see that rear!Axle...You want to see that AXLE!!!
He’s been in California a long time Chief.Copy!
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Jez, a little slang and you guys go nuts.;-)
What’s the punch list loot like now? Axle install, tent, sun shade, fluidsAdd to that infotainment, alignment, sorting/troubleshooting and its done...for now
Drive line?
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What’s the punch list loot like now? Axle install, tent, sun shade, fluidsYou calling Don a thief? Pretty sure he aquired all those parts legally.
Drive line?
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Oh please.What’s the punch list loot like now? Axle install, tent, sun shade, fluidsYou calling Don a thief? Pretty sure he aquired all those parts legally.
Drive line?
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What’s the punch list loot like now? Axle install, tent, sun shade, fluidsYou calling Don a thief? Pretty sure he aquired all those parts legally.
Drive line?
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His decals now say KMI along with Great Lakes OffRoad. Perhaps he can take a minute to explain...
Bummer on the bolts.No, tent goes the other way
Doesn't the tent flip out this same side?
Axle in and hanging!This may be a dumb question but I’m gonna ask it anyway. With the u-bolt flipped, is there any chance of those nuts backing off and causing trouble on a remote trail somewhere? With the exception of welding tables everything you build looks heck for stout has built in fail safes. I guess my real question is, for Murphy’s sake, would another nut torqued down on top of those u-bolts hurt anything?
Finally!
No, that is not necessary at all.Axle in and hanging!This may be a dumb question but I’m gonna ask it anyway. With the u-bolt flipped, is there any chance of those nuts backing off and causing trouble on a remote trail somewhere? With the exception of welding tables everything you build looks heck for stout has built in fail safes. I guess my real question is, for Murphy’s sake, would another nut torqued down on top of those u-bolts hurt anything?
Finally!
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Since u bolts aren’t supposed to be reused it couldn’t hurt to put a little tack weld on them
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And to add to Shawn's commentary
I saw stretchin' happenin' all over that bolt when I put the electric "twister" on those nutz.
And
Talking to Tater just now, I have a disconnect on my axles fitting
Stock 14 bolt chevy axles are 30 spline 1.5" diameter
Mutant axle axles are 35 spline 1.5"
I have installed a 35 spline Yukon Duragrip
The mutant axles were made to fit the mutant sized hubs with a 5" diameter "hub"
Stock Chevy 14 bolt hubs are 4.482" in diameter
So, my mutant axles are going to have to have their hubs cut down and redrilled to work
Another hurtle!
At least when you swap an LB7 in there you won’t have to redo the rear.....They fit over both hubs, but not over the huge studs in the militarized stuff. And the geometry of the mugo stuff is all wrong
So do the wheels fit over that hub?
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Don, what are the specs on the shocks? Wonder if they’d fit my truck?Ryan, They are the shocks supplied by BDS for their 7" lift for my year Suburban. Need a part numba?
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Co-worker of mine has a 6.5” BDS lift on a Duramax. If they don’t fit for Ryan you can pm me a price and I’ll see if he wants them. He was talking about replacing shocks last week.Wow! How fortunate for me!
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Don, what are the specs on the shocks? Wonder if they’d fit my truck?Ryan, They are the shocks supplied by BDS for their 7" lift for my year Suburban. Need a part numba?
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If your truck is lifted more than 4", they would likely work, but if stock height, no way.
Don, not complaining but when you retire GLO won’t be hiring & putting you in charge of packaging / shipping. That box I got the other day appeared to have been in combat and dropped out of one of them aircraft you used to fly on final approach. After examining it I have a present to send along with you when you visit the shop this summer..... :tongue:Hmmm. Needin' some trainin' hugh?
Don, You mentioned leaving in May a while back. When do you plan to head out? Are we going to have a NORAD like Santa Claus tracking enabled? :popcorn:Shooting for the end of the month.
What is the total weight of this little addition. That thing looks small in photo but maybe not in actuality?Surprisingly light, maybe 20-25 pounds
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I think we should find a spot to hang the burb from the winch one completeShould lift it with ease. 13K winch, 7K ish Burb
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Guess I won't be a camp host in Idaho for you if you're leaving that late. I'm leaving next Friday.Well, I could redo pretty easily I suppose
I would rethink teeing those air springs together. Your anti-roll bar will be working overtime.
This is interesting being we know Kens affiliation with H. So you’re sliding liberal in your old age now huh? :popcorn:No idea what you just said, so I'll just move on...
I don’t agree with Ken, no surprise there..... :tongue:
But I don’t agree with you either really. Put enough air in them to keep the ride stabilized and move on. :knucklehead: :popcorn:
I have a problem I need to chase down. The battery keeps going dead, and it was new just a little while ago.
The battery charger cannot pump in more that 63% charge
I don't know what's causing this...
I have a problem I need to chase down. The battery keeps going dead, and it was new just a little while ago.
The battery charger cannot pump in more that 63% charge
I don't know what's causing this...
I vote leaking from your aux battery isolation get-up - don't know how or why, but that's my vote......
Here’s another thought, maybe Don should drive within limits of suspension. :rolleyes:
Here’s another thought, maybe Don should drive within limits of suspension. :rolleyes:
:facepalm: That has to be the funniest thing you've ever said. You remember who Don is, right?
Nate, is it always about food!
Here’s another thought, maybe Don should drive within limits of suspension. :rolleyes:
Nate, we are the BIGGER versions,,,,,
Naw, wasn't thatI have a problem I need to chase down. The battery keeps going dead, and it was new just a little while ago.
The battery charger cannot pump in more that 63% charge
I don't know what's causing this...
I vote leaking from your aux battery isolation get-up - don't know how or why, but that's my vote......
Not picking on you Chief, but I agree. is the isolation config grounded well? is the batter disconnected from the vehicle with the charger connected? isolate the battery from the truck and charge it. if it still won't go further than mid 60's then you know what's up. if it charges, you've got a steady drain somewhere.
So does the fella that built the axle have any part numbers for the brakes he put on there?
I believe an emergency bake must be a separate system, line lock doesn't work. Brakes fail, you need to stop you still don't have brakes, most are mech vs hydro.
Trying to understand why the backing plate won't work. Can't you just trim the center hole? Or was the offset different?It's spacing and offset between both the backing plate (which locates the caliper, and where the hub puts the wheel face. Along with that, this axle has had a larger diameter tube end (Part where the hub is affixed to) grafted on.
Don, I may have a solution sitting in my shop.....Thanks Shawn, really kind offer
I have a Dana 80 with disc brakes out of a superduty (yes I know the pattern is wrong) that is 8 on 170 but I have a template to drill rotors from 8x170 to 8 on 6.5
I can take pics and measure and even drill the rotors for you. Thinking this might work on your mutant axle. I bought it for $50 minus axle shafts and gears are fubar. Wanted it for center chunk which I’m hoping bearing pockets are still good and I can do a front 80 steer axle build.
Will be in shop in morning for awhile if you want to tackle this.
Don, is theOEM radio double DIN? My biggest problem with the 2001 is the 1 1/2 DIN and having to replace the bezel and shoehorn a double DIN in there.Factory radio is 1 1/2 DIN
Also, a tip. Move that microphone to the inside of the upper roof console just to the drivers right. Less noise from the window area to interfere with the commands and it will make it easier for the system to recognize the commands..
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Big D,A self contained unit by "Kicker"
what kind of sub did you use?
My cell sits right where that new switch is on yours. Doesn't block the view and I can see it fine.If I could have located a FF 14 bolt I would have been much better off, of that there is no question.
Like the new head unit, thought off and on about doing that in mine. I also have XM and rarely play CDs.
In retro do you wish a 10.5 had found its way to you?
Are you going to put some other color on that white pipe?Confederate flag...
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You can fly that flag at my place. Remember the “War of Northern Aggression” !!Here-Here!
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I was leaning more towards a black color or a undercoat paint is all. The white pvc sticks out like a sore thumb to me.Are you going to put some other color on that white pipe?Confederate flag...
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Edit: Confederate flag displayed proudly parked on your lawn! ;-)
I was just planning to paint it gray or black to blend in to the schemeI was leaning more towards a black color or a undercoat paint is all. The white pvc sticks out like a sore thumb to me.Are you going to put some other color on that white pipe?Confederate flag...
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Edit: Confederate flag displayed proudly parked on your lawn! ;-)
As for a flag. Fly what ever ya want. Rainbows and all
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Did you figure out the parasitic draw issue (or did I miss that)?
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Did you figure out the parasitic draw issue (or did I miss that)?Ryan, I am not sure I have one. But no, I haven't discovered anything that is remaining powered on of any consequence. At least nothing that wasn't designed to remain on by Chevy.
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Thought there was a battery not remaining charged?It isn't
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With all that dust on it, you might as well give the Burb to me so you don't have to look at the destroyed hulk of what could've been.Yea that's probably a good idea (On Third street in Crazy Town!)
Found your hood design Don
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Found your hood design DonLooks like the arms of this Biker guy who I'm working with on the hubs.
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It's getting there, lots of good stuff.Don't speak that into my life. ;-))
That 80 will be sweet when done.
But afraid, Dana 80=tach topper.
You can use my 14 bolt if you need it Don. Would need to be cleaned up and built, but I don’t think you’d have much trouble with that. And then I’ll have a nice rear axle when you get back. ;)I'm good, thanks
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Don, it’s not that I don’t have faith in your ability to pul it off. I just giving you viable options Incase you need to make a tactical retreat for the time being on the big axle. Heck, you’re getting things done that I wouldn’t have even considered.Rotor brake...
And what’s with the need for an emergency brake, you didn’t have one on your whirlybird.
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Realizing this is a stupid question, I stand prepared for a dressing down.I’ve thought the same, but didn’t ask because I wasn’t sure if the question was ingeniously simple or my would only further reveal my ignorance on the matter.
In its intended application, was there a provision for e brake and why can you not source original parts?
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Realizing this is a stupid question, I stand prepared for a dressing down.Simply put, there are no "Original parts" as it were for this axle.
In its intended application, was there a provision for e brake and why can you not source original parts?
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Don, got another idea. What’s the hole spacing center to center on those fancy dual caliper mounts?Factory Chevy caliper spacing, need me to measure?
Don, got another idea. What’s the hole spacing center to center on those fancy dual caliper mounts?Factory Chevy caliper spacing, need me to measure?
You thinking of adapting one of those mechanical calipers to the bracket? I have thought about that too.
Will Ford f450 brake hardware stuff work?
Thanks for the explanation Don. Still not clear on what was used for e brake when that axle was made. I also have to believe someone somewhere has service manuals or other detailed info on the original configuration.Oh, sorry I missed your point.
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They may have used separate spot calipers for parking brake was my thinking. Two separate systems, one for parking and one for stopping. Granted parking can always be used for stopping in emergency.That seems logical, but the calipers were teed together as in working off of a single pressure source. I have thought of doing that, but with twice the piston volume...master cyl sizing...added weight...Burb doesn't need that much brake...and other reasons, I want to stay as close to stock as I can.
You wouldn't need to run fluid to the caddy caliper once it was pressurized. I believe those pistons don't retract after closing the pad gap. ..they have a threaded ratchet type mechanism and iirc the ebrake lever is adjustable..a splines shaft. Been a while since I dealt with those...same as vette.
You wouldn't need to run fluid to the caddy caliper once it was pressurized. I believe those pistons don't retract after closing the pad gap. ..they have a threaded ratchet type mechanism and iirc the ebrake lever is adjustable..a splines shaft. Been a while since I dealt with those...same as vette.
I believe that is correct.
You wouldn't need to run fluid to the caddy caliper once it was pressurized. I believe those pistons don't retract after closing the pad gap. ..they have a threaded ratchet type mechanism and iirc the ebrake lever is adjustable..a splines shaft. Been a while since I dealt with those...same as vette.
I believe that is correct.
True, did them on a 9.5 axle, worked great. Not sure if they are rated for the 8k sub though!
I'll have to look at this setup Shawn.
Perhaps if the stock stuff won't fit are we thinking of just running another caliper on the same rotor with the bolt spacing I currently have?
If I do this, do you have the calipers and kit stuff or just the stuff minus the calipers??I'll have to look at this setup Shawn.
Perhaps if the stock stuff won't fit are we thinking of just running another caliper on the same rotor with the bolt spacing I currently have?
Might be an option, but need to go over some dimensions of things when you’re near it probably.
If I do this, do you have the calipers and kit stuff or just the stuff minus the calipers??I'll have to look at this setup Shawn.
Perhaps if the stock stuff won't fit are we thinking of just running another caliper on the same rotor with the bolt spacing I currently have?
Might be an option, but need to go over some dimensions of things when you’re near it probably.
Sure, sounds like a planIf I do this, do you have the calipers and kit stuff or just the stuff minus the calipers??I'll have to look at this setup Shawn.
Perhaps if the stock stuff won't fit are we thinking of just running another caliper on the same rotor with the bolt spacing I currently have?
Might be an option, but need to go over some dimensions of things when you’re near it probably.
I can supply all or partial let’s talk and we’ll figure best course. Maybe tomorrow?
So have the dash bezel reinstalled, and the interior cleaned after accumulating a bunch of junk
But when I went to find the floor mats, the weather tech things, I couldn't find them
They were next to some stuff I told the pre-rangers to throw away last Sunday night
Yep
Guess I'll be purchasing some new floor mats!!!!!!!!
Suggestions??
off to look at them...So have the dash bezel reinstalled, and the interior cleaned after accumulating a bunch of junk
But when I went to find the floor mats, the weather tech things, I couldn't find them
They were next to some stuff I told the pre-rangers to throw away last Sunday night
Yep
Guess I'll be purchasing some new floor mats!!!!!!!!
Suggestions??
Not weather tech. Try the Husky liners.
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I’d like to see a review on these also. My weather junks are a mess in the mommobileSo have the dash bezel reinstalled, and the interior cleaned after accumulating a bunch of junk
But when I went to find the floor mats, the weather tech things, I couldn't find them
They were next to some stuff I told the pre-rangers to throw away last Sunday night
Yep
Guess I'll be purchasing some new floor mats!!!!!!!!
Suggestions??
Not weather tech. Try the Husky liners.
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Outstanding Chief. Excited to see this take off.I'll take good care of everyone here, and build the community too.
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And with two pre-rangers installed:That front seat “pre ranger” looks more like take the front seat out and give him the back seat type of ranger. Or strap that boy with them long legs on the roof!!!
But, I am not liking how the U-joint saddles do not bolt down flush to the saddle in the diff yoke. Going to have to do something about that
Doesn't help him much, that you have those, if he doesn't.
Copy that!And with two pre-rangers installed:That front seat “pre ranger” looks more like take the front seat out and give him the back seat type of ranger. Or strap that boy with them long legs on the roof!!!
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Doesn't help him much, that you have those, if he doesn't.Yea, that's right, forgot GLO had those things. Shawn sent me a set for SquareD
I sure like my big couch like seats in GM vehicles for sure!!Copy that!And with two pre-rangers installed:That front seat “pre ranger” looks more like take the front seat out and give him the back seat type of ranger. Or strap that boy with them long legs on the roof!!!
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Youngest one said he was just going to craw in the back and ride in the horizontal.
Front one agrees, frees him up to slide that seat all the way back.
These burbs are big vehicles, but amazingly they do not have expansive inside dimensions. I think chevy makes all the trim and seats "Thick" which takes away from the available leg room. Look at a land rover, then at a chevy and you'll see what I mean. I mean, for me, give me the chevy any day, but I think a slightly more european interior could push the big SUV over the top.
The Gerber folder is my every day pocket knife...er tool. If you didn’t know, you can mail that thing back to gerber they’ll either clean and sharpen or replace. All for the cost of shipping!
That Gerber folder is my every day pocket knife...er tool. If you didn’t know, you can mail that thing back to gerber they’ll either clean and sharpen or replace. All for the cost of shipping!
did you get lost.....?
Doesn't help him much, that you have those, if he doesn't.Yea, that's right, forgot GLO had those things. Shawn sent me a set for SquareD
I'd be up to PURCHASE a set if you have them Shawn.
Oh and you'll like this. I put one of the GLO decals on the hub in the middle of the spare tire hub. Looks right at home there!
That Gerber folder is my every day pocket knife...er tool. If you didn’t know, you can mail that thing back to gerber they’ll either clean and sharpen or replace. All for the cost of shipping!
That Gerber folder is my every day pocket knife...er tool. If you didn’t know, you can mail that thing back to gerber they’ll either clean and sharpen or replace. All for the cost of shipping!
did you get lost.....?
Nope! Had my daily ration of color this morning :) post 898, the knife he velcroed into his door handle. Probably should have quoted it.
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That Gerber folder is my every day pocket knife...er tool. If you didn’t know, you can mail that thing back to gerber they’ll either clean and sharpen or replace. All for the cost of shipping!Didn't know that
I'll have to take a look in the morning S, let you knowDoesn't help him much, that you have those, if he doesn't.Yea, that's right, forgot GLO had those things. Shawn sent me a set for SquareD
I'd be up to PURCHASE a set if you have them Shawn.
Oh and you'll like this. I put one of the GLO decals on the hub in the middle of the spare tire hub. Looks right at home there!
No speaka englash!
Good deal on decal location......
Confirm a couple things Don, does the yoke have spicer cast into it? Is that u-joint cap in that yoke 1350 or 1410 and if you measure across the cap it should measure 1.8125 roughly. If so I’m good to sell you a set, but they’re pricey fair warning! :tongue:
Before I read all of this, you now need to have your disc brakes custom made to fit your rear axle? Do I understand this right? Are you going to have the same person machine some ASAP so you have the right stuff on the shelf in a case of emergancy ?
...For sure!Before I read all of this, you now need to have your disc brakes custom made to fit your rear axle? Do I understand this right? Are you going to have the same person machine some ASAP so you have the right stuff on the shelf in a case of emergancy ?
Pretty much what I was thinking. I like over kill / over built but this just doesnt make sense. A 14 bolt FF out of HD truck or even the diesel 11.5 would have made more sense to me.
Not to mention, with the extra weight under the suburban, should lower his center of gravity. :)Let’s put the glycol stuff in the tires too lol
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I hate to ask this now... but is it possible to move the mount that holds the backing plate outwards? Just like I had to do with my caliper bracket on my 70....Well, I tried some experimentation and nothing worked. The factory bracket has studs which seem to be welded in place so spacing the thing outward with washers is only good for maybe 1/2" then you run the risk of not getting enough material for the nuts to torque down on. I even got to the point of sawing the factory thing apart and after an hour of cutting bits off of it to try and get it on there, I had a mess which I would not have been happy with so I tossed the whole thing.
Diameter if current rotor and hat height?What cha thinkin'?
Diameter if current rotor and hat height?What cha thinkin'?
Would the 04 be the same? I’ll check the garage and see if I have one left from my last brake change so he could check for fit.
2005 Chevy express van rotor is about 12” and has deeper than normal hat offset.
Chief, are you going to start a travel thread soon, as the launch date id think is nearing? Waiting until it’s ready for the road?I think original plan was beginning of May. Wasn’t it?
Chief, are you going to start a travel thread soon, as the launch date id think is nearing? Waiting until it’s ready for the road?I think original plan was beginning of May. Wasn’t it?
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Would the 04 be the same? I’ll check the garage and see if I have one left from my last brake change so he could check for fit.
2005 Chevy express van rotor is about 12” and has deeper than normal hat offset.
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OK, to answer the questions surrounding the trip, I was originally planning on leaving Tuesday, day after memorial day. But with this mutant axle delay, I am in a floating mode right now. As you will see, a lot of the issues are now solved, but there is still some sorting, alignment, driving, fixing what doesn't work, recording engine data, retune, drive a bit then launch. I'd say that will take two weeks and I may end up uploading the tune on the road somewhere.Chief, are you going to start a travel thread soon, as the launch date id think is nearing? Waiting until it’s ready for the road?I think original plan was beginning of May. Wasn’t it?
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I had always figured when the pre-rangers finished up with school for the year. But recall he had to adjust for fire with the mutant axle problem solving.
How many acres is the house on?My big house sits on 2.5 acres in some equestrian neighborhood. Nice place, but I'm a little out of my element here.
How have you resisted bringing home some of those awesome stones from your farm and adding them in the house. I picture a stacked stone arch over the driveway
Have you seen the water heater tubes that look almost identical to what you have built to store rent posts. Black pvc, hose and a shower attachment and warm water from the sun to shower in while on the road?
https://youtu.be/dG2HK9JsAjw
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For your shakedown trip, head on down here to williamstown. At least that way I get some attention from your cross country jaunt. ;)ok
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Jr, i believe everything for the brakes was working/figured out except the parking brake or the lack there of.Correct Nate
You all forgot Don is a Pilut and he has two ground crew with him at all times on this trip! :popcorn:
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We have to use those as backup to the air brakes on the fire trucks. If it works for a 60k lb engine surely it’ll work for Ravin8.You all forgot Don is a Pilut and he has two ground crew with him at all times on this trip! :popcorn:
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that's actually funny!
^^^ All that: static... :wink:
Yes it was...^^^ All that: static... :wink:
Maybe, but you gotta admit it was creative.... :tongue:
Just from a visual perspective, it sure needs some 37's
No Mikey, thats PBD (Pure Big Don)Just from a visual perspective, it sure needs some 37's
I think Don put this up as DOT bait... LOL
WolfWise 8.5FT EN131 Aluminum Telescopic Extension Ladder - One-Button Retraction System, Upgraded Extendable Telescoping Ladder with Spring Loaded Locking Mechanism Multi-Position https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07LFB6X5D/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_uUk7CbP9RP2VPDave, that is the exact ladder that I already own!
STROMBER 0139.1999Stromberg Carlson LA-401BA Universal Outdoor RV Ladder - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B012ZZEGO8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_SVk7CbWA0BKPC
Surco 103H Hook Over Ladder https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000CCBMDU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_hYk7Cb5YD463S
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Perfect! Great minds think alikeWolfWise 8.5FT EN131 Aluminum Telescopic Extension Ladder - One-Button Retraction System, Upgraded Extendable Telescoping Ladder with Spring Loaded Locking Mechanism Multi-Position https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07LFB6X5D/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_uUk7CbP9RP2VPDave, that is the exact ladder that I already own!
STROMBER 0139.1999Stromberg Carlson LA-401BA Universal Outdoor RV Ladder - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B012ZZEGO8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_SVk7CbWA0BKPC
Surco 103H Hook Over Ladder https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000CCBMDU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_hYk7Cb5YD463S
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Just from a visual perspective, it sure needs 6.6L of forced induction
So, strap the ladder to the top, then need a ladder to get to the ladder. Makes perfect sense.
Don, I'm sending you the parts. If they don't work send em back or drop them off on your way through..... :beercheers:Thanks Shawn!
Could happen...Just from a visual perspective, it sure needs 6.6L of forced induction
FIFY
Actually for the initial grab, I could stand up on the power steps. I've been working off those since I bolted them on!So, strap the ladder to the top, then need a ladder to get to the ladder. Makes perfect sense.
Boss is like six foot three, don’t think he has t-rex arms he should be ok.... :rolleyes:
I shipped my three to grandmas house in east tn. Amazing what you can get done.... :popcorn:
Greatest form of birth control is a tv in the bed room.
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I shipped my three to grandmas house in east tn. Amazing what you can get done.... :popcorn:
just don't make it a 4th......
What happened to ma' thread!!!!????????? :shocked:
It got “DAVE’D”
Did these new floor liners come in yet?No, and I was just thinking about that today. I haven't had a peep out of them!
So, I have the brake lines in progress along with some other stuff. Should, with any blessing from above at all, have brakes on it tomorrow and able to back it out of the garage, first time since, when?? October?
Just a few things left
Finish brakes
Drive shaft rear bolts (I think Shawn has me covered on that)
Wire up back up lights
Throw in the fog lights, although I could depart without them
Mount the roof top tent
Align the front end
Drive and record data
Send that off to Justin...reload his tune, then I'm ready to go
I have two of those things in progress at the moment...
Pics tomorrow
Mail?So, I have the brake lines in progress along with some other stuff. Should, with any blessing from above at all, have brakes on it tomorrow and able to back it out of the garage, first time since, when?? October?
Just a few things left
Finish brakes
Drive shaft rear bolts (I think Shawn has me covered on that)
Wire up back up lights
Throw in the fog lights, although I could depart without them
Mount the roof top tent
Align the front end
Drive and record data
Send that off to Justin...reload his tune, then I'm ready to go
I have two of those things in progress at the moment...
Pics tomorrow
Those girdles showed delivered
All this good stuff as the farm gets forgotten.More like abandoned! I hear the grass is ten feet tall and a pack of wolves has moved in and taken up residence!
The girdles did show. Little box found on momma's desk
Shawn, you big ole wonderful guy! And THEY FIT
Got the Trans-Dapt wheel spacers in, removed a wheel and discovered they do not fit.
They had an advertised ID of 5" but they actually had a 4.8" ID
I threw them away
The girdles did show. Little box found on momma's desk
Shawn, you big ole wonderful guy! And THEY FIT
The girdles did show. Little box found on momma's desk
Shawn, you big ole wonderful guy! And THEY FIT
Shawn, are these as good or better that going to the Ubolt type setup?
Paper and calculations are one thing real life usage is what you always go by!!!
Wow. Is that one of those Nick Bolton Tac Lanterns??Not that cool (Yikes!!!)
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Paper and calculations are one thing real life usage is what you always go by!!!
Well, then they are invincible :likebutton:
Realize though if you have a u-bolt yoke these don’t line up with those holes typically. These were made as an upgrade from flimsy straps.
Brake Bleeding on this generation Chevy truck
OK when bleeding the brakes with this GM Anti-Lock system, it seems you need to bleed the anti lock module along with all the calipers and corresponding lines.
Once I bled the anti-lock module I was able to get fluid, then pressurized fluid to all calipers and successfully remove most of the air from the system. I say "Most" because until I cycle the anti lock motor and clear the accumulators, the system will retain a bit of spongy stuff.
But as soon as I got brakes, for the first time since October, I drove it out of the garage under its own well mannered power.
It moves! It stops! It starts and shuts off!
I think I am getting it finished............FINALLY!
Water, That's water son!Brake Bleeding on this generation Chevy truck
OK when bleeding the brakes with this GM Anti-Lock system, it seems you need to bleed the anti lock module along with all the calipers and corresponding lines.
Once I bled the anti-lock module I was able to get fluid, then pressurized fluid to all calipers and successfully remove most of the air from the system. I say "Most" because until I cycle the anti lock motor and clear the accumulators, the system will retain a bit of spongy stuff.
But as soon as I got brakes, for the first time since October, I drove it out of the garage under its own well mannered power.
It moves! It stops! It starts and shuts off!
I think I am getting it finished............FINALLY!
awesome!
is this before, during or after it leaked fluids all over your driveway?
Looks killer ! Time to wash that blue paint off the white wallsUK: Blue
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That suburban looks good. I think you and the pre-rangers are going to have a fun trip.Yup!
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Be careful out there Don. That CG looks pretty high.Handles normally to better than stock is what I am seeing. rear bar now/stock: no rear bar. Front bar is upgraded and much larger. Air bags killin' some of the lean too. It actually drives well and has a very tight turning radius. About that, I am surprised.
Congrats on finishing.
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Hey Don, if you decide the 35” tires just don’t look right, I can probably find a spot under the blazer for them. They aren’t TOO used so I’m sure we could make a deal. ;)Yea, I think it could use 37's
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OK, alignment complete and I actually got to drive it a wee bit today.
So a couple of strange things happened. I expected some hiccups so i guess they have arrived
First of all, the truck did some idling on the alignment rack, then it had a test drive. A little while later I was backing it up back onto the trailer to take it hope and it starts just pouring antifreeze out. I think it was coming from the over flow and I'd say it puked between one to two quarts!
Why???
I have no explanation as to why that happened. I did have the reservoir topped up really well, so normal expansion may have accounted for the burping of fluid, but that much???
After getting home I topped it up more and it burped a little bit, so I'll call that one normal.
I drove it around the neighborhood then down the road and back and it seemed normal. In fact the temp gage showed nothing above approximately 180F.
Then I grab the pre-Ranger and go for a slightly longer drive and arriving at a country store to buy a peach tea, again, it seems normal, although the idle is way too low at around 500 RPM. On the drive home I romp on it at about 35 and it hit pretty well, then "Boom!" Followed by a strong vibration. I brought it to a stop and looked underneath, and discovered the driveshaft had shoved one of the U-joint caps out of its pocket and beat the other one half way out.
I pulled the driveshaft at home and found some damage to the end of the shaft. The U-joint cap bores were no longer round. So I tapped a bit with a ball peen, then forced an old cap into the pocket and straightened that business out. I put two new caps onto the U-joint Tater sold me and shoved all that back into place, installing new U-joint cap retaining clips to the outside seated into the grooves. So, call that repaired, and then the daylight ran out.
Through all of that I dropped my new camera and broke it. Yep it died, so instead of working into the night, I was off to best buy to get another new one. This one, you may recall was purchased in March (Short life span)
So, I guess I'm a bit rattled at the moment. I can't explain why the fluid is burping out, and the electric fan never came on, and now will this driveshaft hold up???
Turner, it sounds like the cap backed off the driveshaft side not the yoke side. I’ve never witnessed anyone breaking those girdles not that it couldn’t be accomplished by Don....
Rotation, we can handle that....
Turner, it sounds like the cap backed off the driveshaft side not the yoke side. I’ve never witnessed anyone breaking those girdles not that it couldn’t be accomplished by Don....^^^^ What he said
Rotation, we can handle that....
Looking good, Big D! I think Pre-ranger 1 has grand designs of taking primary usage from you. Sleep with one eye open! LOLNever happen!
Two MARINE privates are locked in a room which has nothing, just four walls, a ceiling and a floor, along with two steel balls. A sergeant comes back in an hour to check on the condition of the Marines and the steel balls.Turner, it sounds like the cap backed off the driveshaft side not the yoke side. I’ve never witnessed anyone breaking those girdles not that it couldn’t be accomplished by Don....
Rotation, we can handle that....
Ok that makes more sense.
My first thought was, only Don could break something that has yet to have a reported breakage!
Burping because it's air locked. It will eventually bleed itself out. The temp sensor won't read properly, and the fans won't come on, if the sensor is not submerged in coolant. They won't accurately measure air or steam temps...well they will, but there's a huge delay, usually after it's already overheated.I was thinking so. Start with the coolant crossover, or thermostat, or???
THIS JUST IN...IN AN EFFORT TO SAVE WEIGHT AND KEEP A LOW CENTER OF GRAVITY ON HIS LATEST EXPEDITIONARY VEHICLE PROJECT, BIG D USES COPIOUS AMOUNTS OF HEAVY WOOD FRAMING TO INSTALL A ROOF TOP TENT TO HIS VEHICLE. THIS PART OF THE PROJECT, KNOWN AS THE TAC-TOP-TENT, IS REPORTED TO DECREASE THE WEIGHT ON THE ROOF BY ADDING 432LBS. AT THIS TIME, IT IS UNCLEAR AS TO WHETHER THIS WILL HAVE A POSITIVE IMPACT ON THE PROJECT. WE WILL CONTINUE TO LOOK FOR REPORTS OF THIS VEHICLE'S PERFORMANCE OFF-ROAD, AND WHETHER THE TAC-TOP-TENT CONTRIBUTES TO EVENTUAL ROLL-OVERS, AS BIG D NEGOTIATES VARIOUS NEFARIOUS MULCH PITS AT MALLS ACROSS THE UNITED STATES. STAY TUNED!
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:popcorn:
But I got a real good chuckle out of that!
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Yea, come to think of it, I shouldn't fire you because of you serving our nation, and being deployed, in harms way, and all that. But I think I'll make an exception.But I got a real good chuckle out of that!
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I figured it'd been awhile since I'd been fired, and I was due. LOL :wink:
Yea, come to think of it, I shouldn't fire you because of you serving our nation, and being deployed, in harms way, and all that. But I think I'll make an exception.
Yup, fired ya are
Not sure for how long...Maybe just until I forget I did it...
Anyone disagree?
If so, then Sean will get some company ;-))
LOL! I had a Division run at oh dark thirty this morning, and the quoffee afterwards is necessarily strong.
LOL! I had a Division run at oh dark thirty this morning, and the quoffee afterwards is necessarily strong.
I am so glad that I never had to spend any amount of time in Kuwait :facepalm: just the few days it took to get in and out of theater were bad enough.
LOL! I had a Division run at oh dark thirty this morning, and the quoffee afterwards is necessarily strong.
I am so glad that I never had to spend any amount of time in Kuwait :facepalm: just the few days it took to get in and out of theater were bad enough.
Did you fly through Qatar? I personally would take Kuwait over Qatar, but I was also stuck in Qatar because of plane breakage issues.... for ten days. And then in Germany on the flight for about 7 hours. What a return trip that was! Thankfully I was traveling solo so I was able to be an anonymous blender inner!
LOL! I had a Division run at oh dark thirty this morning, and the quoffee afterwards is necessarily strong.
I am so glad that I never had to spend any amount of time in Kuwait :facepalm: just the few days it took to get in and out of theater were bad enough.
Did you fly through Qatar? I personally would take Kuwait over Qatar, but I was also stuck in Qatar because of plane breakage issues.... for ten days. And then in Germany on the flight for about 7 hours. What a return trip that was! Thankfully I was traveling solo so I was able to be an anonymous blender inner!
I took a C-130 flight from salerno to Kuwait and we stopped in Qatar just long enough to off load some cargo and to refuel.
LOL! I had a Division run at oh dark thirty this morning, and the quoffee afterwards is necessarily strong.
I am so glad that I never had to spend any amount of time in Kuwait :facepalm: just the few days it took to get in and out of theater were bad enough.
Did you fly through Qatar? I personally would take Kuwait over Qatar, but I was also stuck in Qatar because of plane breakage issues.... for ten days. And then in Germany on the flight for about 7 hours. What a return trip that was! Thankfully I was traveling solo so I was able to be an anonymous blender inner!
I took a C-130 flight from salerno to Kuwait and we stopped in Qatar just long enough to off load some cargo and to refuel.
Ahh, ok that makes sense. Which is probably one of the better ways to go.
And after moving it I noticed this!!!!!!!!!!
Honestly, am I ever going to get actually finished??? :shocked:
Oh and did I mention there is no cold air coming out of the AC???!!! :facepalm:
Time to part into it and start on the next one isn’t it?Aren't you supposed to be banned or something? :-?
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Yea, that's my guess and initial investigation isn't good. Not conclusive, but looks to be coming from parting line between trans output and front of transfer.And after moving it I noticed this!!!!!!!!!!
Honestly, am I ever going to get actually finished??? :shocked:
Oh and did I mention there is no cold air coming out of the AC???!!! :facepalm:
Looks reddish, trans?
Yea, that's my guess and initial investigation isn't good. Not conclusive, but looks to be coming from parting line between trans output and front of transfer.And after moving it I noticed this!!!!!!!!!!
Honestly, am I ever going to get actually finished??? :shocked:
Oh and did I mention there is no cold air coming out of the AC???!!! :facepalm:
Looks reddish, trans?
More serious than that I think.Yea, that's my guess and initial investigation isn't good. Not conclusive, but looks to be coming from parting line between trans output and front of transfer.And after moving it I noticed this!!!!!!!!!!
Honestly, am I ever going to get actually finished??? :shocked:
Oh and did I mention there is no cold air coming out of the AC???!!! :facepalm:
Looks reddish, trans?
Well if it is that location I’m going to be hopeful that it just needs a new gasket. Other than the heft of the transfer it is an easy job as you know.
Ours was leaking from the same spot, but I knew it was because there was no gasket between the two.
Time to part into it and start on the next one isn’t it?Aren't you supposed to be banned or something? :-?
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I wonder if those bolts worked themselves loose during test drive and drive shaft issue?
I wonder if those bolts worked themselves loose during test drive and drive shaft issue?Or he used silicone on the gasket and the gasket squished out. may or may not be speaking from experience. :embarrassed:
I was waiting for the response to figure out what next.I wonder if those bolts worked themselves loose during test drive and drive shaft issue?Or he used silicone on the gasket and the gasket squished out. may or may not be speaking from experience. :embarrassed:
Can't remember on the 4l80s, but on the Allys, when they blow fluid out of the transmission vent tube, it will run down the left side and end up right where yours is wet. Something to look for.I'll look again ken, but after studying and examining it for some time, I did not see any evidience of any wetness anywhere above the low point I pointed out.
If the compressor is running, it has freon. Is the drier getting cold?I'll check the drier out when I get back from church.
Going out on a limb, but sounds like the temp door motor acting up. If so, it probably had something to do with your dead battery issues.
..drier cold (40* ish) means problem is in the dash.
.. I did find a rubber hose which was not connected to anything on the top of the transmission.
OK, back from an awesome church service. Eyelid check complete...no holes!
.. I did find a rubber hose which was not connected to anything on the top of the transmission.
:facepalm: hah
in all honesty.. i hope that’s it. would be a quick and easy solution to a leaky trans. especially with no other real suspects..
I feel like Ken told you to not monkey with the rear axle! Just sayinWell that's just it. We can always point to someone who told you so and so forth. At the end of the day we all make our own decisions because it is not for others to live our lives, we must.
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Naw, not arrogant. Just misguided. No mud in Az. ;)Well, I was going to say, if we ever get to my farm, it can be muddy, and we could set up a shooting course, and Ken and Tex could square off...
What did the trans shop find about your leak ?My appointment is for 0830, Monday, in two days...
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I just wanna know when Don is bringing me some mantel wood that’s signed by everyone!That wood be cool! (Get it, "wood")
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I just wanna know when Don is bringing me some mantel wood that’s signed by everyone!That wood be cool! (Get it, "wood")
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Dad jokes. Gotta love ‘em.I just wanna know when Don is bringing me some mantel wood that’s signed by everyone!That wood be cool! (Get it, "wood")
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Not you too.....smh
I just wanna know when Don is bringing me some mantel wood that’s signed by everyone!That wood be cool! (Get it, "wood")
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Not you too.....smh
What’s the results of the trans shopHaven't checked. Not a transmission shop. Gen mechanic like Ken
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Still have to nudge mine to keep working. Way easily distracted.Am strongly considering it JR. But first let me put some miles on it. I'm thinking I could get a good price on my super clean and lower mileage 6.0 and 4L80E... And I stumbled across a rebuildable LB7 for $700 not too far away.
Don, as I said in the other thread after your comment on the 6ltr power. Just find a LBZ and do it. Power, mileage and well, its cool!
So is your vacation completely cancelled now?The full west jaunt is. But I'll get them out for a shorter run shortly after getting the tune finished in the truck.
Skip the LB7 and get an LLYNot saying I'm doing it, but I'd want a LML mostly because of the much better transmission, if that is possible
You want the injectors out from under the valve covers.
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Don. A cc/lb duramax is 75k. CustomiZed the way you have the burb is what 85/90?
You have what in the burb? 25/30?
So with a DMax conversion. You’re at 45? Perspective my friend.
Not a bad deal if you plan to keep it and you have a rock solid base to start with.
I say forget doing anything other than the updated tunes and then wait a year and convert it.
You’ll be happy and you’ll never want to get rid of it.
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Don, you seem to be judging aweful prematurely. Nothings broken in, not to mention the tuning. You could possibly be 20-80 horses short of the final product, not to mention that something could actually be wrong, which the tuner will probably catch. Be patient my friend.Rog, Ken
Don. A cc/lb duramax is 75k. CustomiZed the way you have the burb is what 85/90?Well, I am not going to do anything in the short term, to be sure.
You have what in the burb? 25/30?
So with a DMax conversion. You’re at 45? Perspective my friend.
Not a bad deal if you plan to keep it and you have a rock solid base to start with.
I say forget doing anything other than the updated tunes and then wait a year and convert it.
You’ll be happy and you’ll never want to get rid of it.
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A diode would probably keep it from feeding back.BINGO!!!!!!!!!!!
Still have to nudge mine to keep working. Way easily distracted.Am strongly considering it JR. But first let me put some miles on it. I'm thinking I could get a good price on my super clean and lower mileage 6.0 and 4L80E... And I stumbled across a rebuildable LB7 for $700 not too far away.
Don, as I said in the other thread after your comment on the 6ltr power. Just find a LBZ and do it. Power, mileage and well, its cool!
Skip the LB7 and get an LLYI thought I read somewhere that the SACS style injectors was the fix for the older trucks. If so, the $700 LB7 starts to look like a pretty good place to start if a guy wants a diesel powered 2002 burb. If you’re not happy with the 4 speed and staying with gasoline power, what about a swap to 6 speed? Cheaper than building a Duramax even if you did start with a $700 block.
You want the injectors out from under the valve covers.
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$3501 :popcorn:
$3501 :popcorn:^^^^
Continue the mission Chief. People busting your chops. You built the right vehicle. Soon you’ll see that it’s worthy of a DMax swap
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Actually further along than that. Member here has a core...I am checking out parts here and thereContinue the mission Chief. People busting your chops. You built the right vehicle. Soon you’ll see that it’s worthy of a DMax swap
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I have a feeling he has already begun the mental preparation for a Dmax swap. You know the whole what all parts is needed for this type research, creating a list type thing.
Actually further along than that. Member here has a core...I am checking out parts here and thereContinue the mission Chief. People busting your chops. You built the right vehicle. Soon you’ll see that it’s worthy of a DMax swap
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I have a feeling he has already begun the mental preparation for a Dmax swap. You know the whole what all parts is needed for this type research, creating a list type thing.
Won't be cheap, but would put a period on ever needing to upgrade for power. It would have it
Actually further along than that. Member here has a core...I am checking out parts here and thereContinue the mission Chief. People busting your chops. You built the right vehicle. Soon you’ll see that it’s worthy of a DMax swap
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I have a feeling he has already begun the mental preparation for a Dmax swap. You know the whole what all parts is needed for this type research, creating a list type thing.
Won't be cheap, but would put a period on ever needing to upgrade for power. It would have it
Oh sweet BURBIMAX! HH6 here wants one too.... but she wants something like the late 80s model.
Actually further along than that. Member here has a core...I am checking out parts here and thereContinue the mission Chief. People busting your chops. You built the right vehicle. Soon you’ll see that it’s worthy of a DMax swap
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I have a feeling he has already begun the mental preparation for a Dmax swap. You know the whole what all parts is needed for this type research, creating a list type thing.
Won't be cheap, but would put a period on ever needing to upgrade for power. It would have it
Oh sweet BURBIMAX! HH6 here wants one too.... but she wants something like the late 80s model.
Burbamax - thats a new one. I’ve always referred to them as Duraburbs, but maybe that’s because that’s the company’s name the does the conversions.
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Ya know, you peeps name it, that's fine with me.
And the jury is still out, but the think Tex started is still a glowing ember that just may ignite into a flame...a flame which burns down my property!
But what the heck, Who Dares, Wins!
Here we go again. Suppose we'll start seeing 'burb pieces on CL in about 2 years.No, not like that
Just find a wrecked truck..By the time you get all the parts, you will be ahead, maybe even has a nice rear too for that 80 thingy.I'll start looking/sourcing parts later on in the fall. Too much going on right now. I'll just tear down and rebuild everything to new+ spec, then drop in as an assembly.
Just find a wrecked truck..By the time you get all the parts, you will be ahead, maybe even has a nice rear too for that 80 thingy.I'll start looking/sourcing parts later on in the fall. Too much going on right now. I'll just tear down and rebuild everything to new+ spec, then drop in as an assembly.
My plan would be to drop in a 2011+ LML if that is possible with computer and wiring and all that. I think earlier like the 02 has a 32 bit processor, and later has a 64 bit. That may be the bridge too far and point me to a LBZ. So if an LBZ, then a 500-6--hp build with new injectors, bigger turbo, pipes, big IC and some money poured into the Allison and I'd be satisfied. My 620HP Silvy is so powerful as to be somewhat unusable. I only use the #3 light tow tune setting. Anything more and its spinning, and pulling really hard. So some steps back from the rim is what i'd want in a vehicle 3/4 ton less than my truck and with more gear.
Maybe I’m the naysayer but why not just drop a Cummins in it? Say an 2003-7.5?
I'm thinking something like a 2000 Cummins 24v would be perfect, with a power glide, converted to 2wd and propane with skinnies on the front and Mickey slicks out back.
Or, better yet if you wanna go with a gm platform....17 up LP5 Dmax with 910 ft lbs stock. Might even come with a warranty!
Pretty sure the codes have all been broken. get updates from EFI all the time.
Nate, I was just dotting like everybody else, but Kory still tunes.
Nate, I was just dotting like everybody else, but Kory still tunes.
i know the guy in CA that did mine (LBZ) does it all the way through LML. (not sure about L5P) and it fired right up in 2 seconds after being flashed.OK, so this is how it works
hopefully we will have to collectively figure this out :grin:
Is thing even back in your driveway yet? Everyone still out for a week vacation? Who takes a week off for the 4th?I took the whole week off for the 4th, Dave. Had family come in and we went to the Ark. is this the right thread to give my travelogue about that? ;)
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Is thing even back in your driveway yet? Everyone still out for a week vacation? Who takes a week off for the 4th?Well, the guys at the corner garage do (Take a week off)
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No...No it's not!Is thing even back in your driveway yet? Everyone still out for a week vacation? Who takes a week off for the 4th?I took the whole week off for the 4th, Dave. Had family come in and we went to the Ark. is this the right thread to give my travelogue about that? ;)
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Who's this Flyin6 guy? Acts like this is his thread or something.
Anywho, now that he's gone, yes Nate he started LP5s last year.
Serious question Chief. If you’re gonna have a built transmission (which we all assume will happen) wouldn’t it just make the most sense to build one suited to the year model of the engine and the rest of the vehicle? The newer ones are stronger in stock form but this one won’t be factory. There are thousands of built 5 speeds holding way more power than your stated desires, all with none of the fuss and headache of “making it work”. If the 6th gear is a deal breaker, there’s an option for that also. I’d be willing to bet that the additional purchase cost, wiring, tuning, and figuring out of the 11+ model would pay for the 6 speed conversion. That being said, if the process of mating the old and the new is a challenge you’d enjoy, then by all means, throw this comment right out the window. It’s your money and your vehicle. This is just $.02 from a guy enjoying this awesomeness unfold from the cheap seats.
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Why you wait so long to correct me knucklehead!!
But I listen to that knucklehead, not you ! :)
This thing still broke? Think it needs a caddy 500 conversion.....That quote looks a little salty Shawn... dog problems?
This thing still broke? Think it needs a caddy 500 conversion.....That quote looks a little salty Shawn... dog problems?
This thing still broke? Think it needs a caddy 500 conversion........As far as I know...it is
You are all fired...As far as I know, this part time automotive electrical engineer/professor guy had gotten into things far and above the capabilities of my friend who owns the garage. He brought in the man with the best of intentions, however, this professor guy is only a part timer and is exceedingly meticulous. That took time along with the fact that one week the engineer had a home emergency and was not here. That and the week Troy closed for vacation has taken its toll. I will find out shortly, but I think we are about done. At least I hope so!
(so really Don, whats the skinny?)
$3550
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Sorry to hear about your friend being hospitalized! Could your modifications have been the cause for his ails? J/K! I hope he gets better soon! Hospitals and illness suck!Troy is solid old school Kentucky, God fearing good family man. He works hard and although he may not have much he has earned it all honest! I respect that, and can easily understand and wait out something like not having my car. In the end I will get a well sorted and mission ready burb, as the bible states it, "In the fullness of time"
You say experts working on ...... how much a hour are they gonna hit the pocketbook with this? Weeks of expert time sounds like $150 a hour?
Trying to understand why you lost ventilation. It doesn't run through the pcm, just the compressor does. Ventilation runs through the Bcm, which should be immune to the programming performed on the pcm.K-I don't know!
Looks like I missed a bunch of progress. LolI only drove it a couple times before I realized I had fan problems so really can't say about any added vibration. But since I do not recall anything along those lines, it was probably fine. BDS suspensions do not call for the need of any change to the front driveshaft and the angular change is miminal anyway, so given the choice, I would not have elected to change the driveshaft.
I'm actually getting ready to dig into my burb a bit. After shopping for newer rigs, I've decided that my money will go farther fixing mine up. My next big project is going to be a rebuilt transmission and transfer case. I'm leaning towards a "heavy duty" 4l80E from monster transmission. And I'll take care of the rebuild on the t case. I actually found a company that makes a slip yoke eliminator for the front output on the 246. I'm hoping that getting rid of the sloppy slip yoke that's on there will get rid of the vibration that is coming from the front shaft.
Speaking of the front shaft, I noticed that yours doesn't have a cv joint at the top. Do you have any vibration from it? Mine has a dual cardan joint at the top. I figured that was pretty standard for lifting these things.
How much lift do you think you got from the shackle flip ? I have blocks on the back of mine, which are ok, but a shackle flip might be better?
Sorry to hear that you aren't going on the long trip that you were hoping for.
They have had the burb for two months now !Close to it...
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Looks like I missed a bunch of progress. LolI only drove it a couple times before I realized I had fan problems so really can't say about any added vibration. But since I do not recall anything along those lines, it was probably fine. BDS suspensions do not call for the need of any change to the front driveshaft and the angular change is miminal anyway, so given the choice, I would not have elected to change the driveshaft.
I'm actually getting ready to dig into my burb a bit. After shopping for newer rigs, I've decided that my money will go farther fixing mine up. My next big project is going to be a rebuilt transmission and transfer case. I'm leaning towards a "heavy duty" 4l80E from monster transmission. And I'll take care of the rebuild on the t case. I actually found a company that makes a slip yoke eliminator for the front output on the 246. I'm hoping that getting rid of the sloppy slip yoke that's on there will get rid of the vibration that is coming from the front shaft.
Speaking of the front shaft, I noticed that yours doesn't have a cv joint at the top. Do you have any vibration from it? Mine has a dual cardan joint at the top. I figured that was pretty standard for lifting these things.
How much lift do you think you got from the shackle flip ? I have blocks on the back of mine, which are ok, but a shackle flip might be better?
Sorry to hear that you aren't going on the long trip that you were hoping for.
As for the lift from flipping the shackle, I'd say 5"-6".
It seems that you get the length of the shackle in added lift. If you had a 4.5" shackle in the factory configuration and simply flipped it then expect a 4.5" lift over what it was stock. That may not be a hard and fast rule, but it is what I experienced.
Flipping the shackle is much better than lift blocks. For safety reasons and for added flex in the suspension it is a great modification.
And ya, I really want that truck back!
So, Troy tells me he has the issue solved and the AC will flat freeze you out of the thing. He is now tracing all the wiring on the PCM bundles to make sure they are all in the correct orientation. I sure hope this doesn't go on much longer...
Think I may add a CV when I do mine, don't want issues and that is cheaper than buying a new shaft.JR, FYI, I don't have a CV shaft on the front or the rear of my D-Max which is lifted 6"-7". My front diff is dropped btw. Have driven over 85,000 miles that way in all sorts of terrain with no vibration or problems to speak of.
Unless you have some deals Ken?