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Next up bullet proof glass ( we have a company in Ogden that mods these for that) turret on top and a tactopper mod right? Thanks for the update on the boss lady. Glad to hear she has someone in the medical side who is interested and not just dismissing things like so many do. As you road map out this trip with dates and so forth, do you have some things you want to see or do specifically as you go to each state? Lots of these states surrounding me have more national parks than the rest of the country and a whole lot of neat things to see!! Thoughts? Do we need a Dons Road Trip build thread. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
DON HAVE YOU TRIED BRIGHTON SPRING IN WALTON?
I have new timken bearing units sitting here to. Probably a little $$ to send though.Doing the tierod sleeve's and ptiman too? Good time while its right there.Does the transfer case hang down like ours do? I would address that, I need to but waiting to pull the tcase.
Quote from: DOOLEY on February 07, 2019, 04:57:45 PMDON HAVE YOU TRIED BRIGHTON SPRING IN WALTON?Have not Larry, but I will. Just got a quote from Scott at Deaver Springs for $900 and 6 weeks out. I responded, "Respectfully that price is ridiculous. I do however recognize that the laws regulations and taxes from that crazy state represent the bulk of the price. I would suggest you consider moving out of that place to somewhere where you can flourish."
Is your wheel base really shorter than a 3/4 crew shirt bed truck? I think the Burb is about the length of a single cab short box maybe a single cab long boxDo you have the two piece drive shaft now? No, one pieceThe timkin bearing are pretty nice. Not liking the Moog hugh... Well, the Timkens are about the best name out thereAre all of these HD truck parts cross directly over to your suburban? No, Burb is a bit of a hybrid. Truck leaves are 64", Burb are 60". Drive shafts are different length. Burb 2500 is like a 2500 light duty, not a HD. Witness the 14 bolt semi floater in lieu of a FF axle.Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Google shows 130 for your Burban and 143-157 ish pending bed and cab configuration Are you going to put the HD tire rods to match your upper control arms? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Stock bearings(if goodintite)=better than new timkens/moog off the shelf.
Quote from: KensAuto on February 08, 2019, 01:52:07 PMStock bearings(if goodintite)=better than new timkens/moog off the shelf. But, man, hard not to renew. I'd be trusting those things for a way long trip where I could scarcely work on the truck. Have to find a shop like yours...!
I saw that welderup build. Super sweet. 4 turbos. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
I just don't want to wind up missing a digit or limb. I can sometimes get in a hurry to get results.
I have a pipe wrench and "maybe" two!! I also have a monkey wrench also
Quote from: TexasRedNeck on February 08, 2019, 05:42:35 PMI saw that welderup build. Super sweet. 4 turbos. Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkDon’t give the big guy any more ideas guys. He’s on a tight timeline for this ever growing “oil change”.
My goal at the moment is get to the point I can drive it to start sorting and then move on to bumper building.
So, Bobby...being the calculating trained warrior NCO that you are. Take the appropriate action, Execute!
your standard grunt level CQB is just putting rounds and rounds on scary stuff till it stops scaring you!
Chief, where did you source your big truck drive shaft? I’d like to do a single piece shaft instead of the two piece carrier bearing I have.
Quote from: Flyin6 on February 08, 2019, 07:45:07 PM My goal at the moment is get to the point I can drive it to start sorting and then move on to bumper building.It was able to be driven after you finished the motor. Everything that's been bought and planned on buying, planned on upgrading or adding has only pushed your timeline further off where you originally wanted it. It's been mentioned before run it how it is for your trip, have fun and enjoy yourself, and when you come back you'll have a better idea of where you want to upgrade/change. I doubt anyone you stop and visit will deny you and the youngins a cup of coffee and some company if the Burb isn't lifted with a LSD, offroad tires and a 1 piece driveshaft new injectors.... you get my point.Remember just keep it simple until you see what NEEDS to be done vs what you WANT to be done. Once you got that done then you can go hogwild.EDIT: How have I become a voice of reason?
It wasn't ready as it was.Springs have settled enough to allow it to ride on and flatten the rubber bumpers. The engine had like no power, not like I'm used to. Suspension not driveline would support where I plan on taking it. And it has spent the majority of its life parked. It needs all those rubber parts gone through, new shocks, and who knows what. The body and interior is great, but while I'm doing all that routine stuff, it makes good sense to go a step or two further and get it done to a good point where it's very capable and a cool fun vehicle to sport around in.It will work out, you'll see.
Quote from: wyorunner on February 08, 2019, 08:47:17 PMChief, where did you source your big truck drive shaft? I’d like to do a single piece shaft instead of the two piece carrier bearing I have.Cincy Driveline stocks cores for various builds
Quote from: Flyin6 on February 09, 2019, 10:28:19 AMIt wasn't ready as it was.Springs have settled enough to allow it to ride on and flatten the rubber bumpers. The engine had like no power, not like I'm used to. Suspension not driveline would support where I plan on taking it. And it has spent the majority of its life parked. It needs all those rubber parts gone through, new shocks, and who knows what. The body and interior is great, but while I'm doing all that routine stuff, it makes good sense to go a step or two further and get it done to a good point where it's very capable and a cool fun vehicle to sport around in.It will work out, you'll see.Here's what I see:Replace the springs, yes heavier duty for the upcoming bumpers and etc.The engine probably had the power, but you've been driving a 6.6 Duramax as a daily so naturally there's a difference in the power you'll feel. I get it as a guy I want immediate power when I hit the go pedal, but you'll adapt to the difference. Stock shocks aren't expensive, minor upgrades for the suspension and bushing and etc also aren't going to hit your account as hard.Remember work begets work, well work begets work beget you getting burnt out on a project and having to take a break from said project and the timeline slipping further. I'm not telling you how to spend your own time and money, merely suggesting that you not attempt to get it all done of what you think you want done whereas stuff you should do and get done, are completed knocked off the list and you have a reliable driver for your trip, without going overboard and causing headaches.
I hear a bottle of motor oil opening.......Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk