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Finally got some time to work on this pos.
Relocated the shock hoops to the top of the frame via some angle iron mounts I'll turn into straps over top of the frame. The passenger side is a little tight to the turbo header. I'll have to remove it to get the engine out, but that's not a big deal. I hope...

Also of note, i relocated the upper link mounts on the axle, and the passenger side clears the oil pan.

 

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Also clearanced the inner fenders for Articulated suspension travel. They're pretty close, but not perfect yet. I can't quite freely roll the tire, but it will go from full bump to full droop going from lock to lock, well the tire rubs the frame both front and rear a bit, so that will be where i set my lock to lock...i do still have my hydraulic bumps to install, and the travel will be limited by about 1/2" before the shock bottoms anyway, so i probably won't have any rub issues on the fender.

 

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Did some stuff a while back... haven't had much of a chance to get in the shop lately.
Got the t- case/ underdrive mocked up for the drive shaft in the front. Going double cardon 1410 at the case and 1410 at the axle.
Need to cut a notch in the cross member for more clearance, then get the case mount installed to be finished with that...

Bump stops also in place on both sides. I'm using a pipe landing pad and only losing 1/4" of travel when fully articulated.

Installed the over engine tube to connect the shock hoops as well.

 

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Took the day and did some stuff...
Finally installed my aluminum hubs so i could use my beadlocks that are 8x170. They're super light, didn't get a weight on them yet, but i will.

also placed my 4 link after i built the rear frame... wrong

So the jist of it is... it all has to come apart. The frame is too wide and the shocks contact the tires way before full articulation... nice way to end the entire day in the shop lol.. oh well I'll get after it soon again.

 

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One thing I can say for certain when flexing in the shop, if it "just barely" clears in the shop, it will hit during use. Everything flexes a little more, frame twists and tires bulge. So if you think it's close but won't hit, don't be surprised if it does on your first shakedown run.

Good point. On the front there's plenty of room for everything to give a little more... that's what i was going for on the rear too, but never thought of it that way.
Thanks!

 

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Well damn, my plenty of room may not be plenty after all lol

 

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Yep, my inch or two of clearance turned into an inch or two of interference.

That seems excessive though, damn I'll really be in trouble. I'm already rubbing my frame with my front tires lol
I already have the rear worked out, but no pics as it's only in test phase and not permanent position yet... maybe next week

 

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That's worst I've seen, like fullly flexed on both ends and all weight up front pushing hard. As long as the tires still can slide and don't grab you'll be fine.

Yeah I'm not worried about the tires on the frame. Really only want to make sure there's not a ton of contact on the coilovers. I think I'm there now. The rear is worked out already, but only on the driver side, still gotta redo the passenger side. Also have to add the Bracing and such. Thinking I'll get it going today still. My morning job was a bust, so I'm home already.

 

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Got the shocks fitted up and clear of everything through full bump from both articulated and vertical travel.

Full droop below

Full bump below

Currently working on bump stops. I have the driver side placed but not finished. Pics when both sides are ready for finish weld...

 

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Bump stops all set. Just need a few more braces and then burned in. They're close but not that bad. The only way they'll make contact with the shocks is if something breaks... which would be my luck

 

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Are the shock mounts so far inboard due to tire clearance/wheel back spacing?

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Yes. I was quite surprised by how much i needed to move them in. I figure swinging a 40x13.50r17 and hanging 16" of travel was most of the culprit. It shouldn't matter though, tuning will just have to compensate for it.

 

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Did some work on the ol pos yesterday and today.
Configured like this leaves very little room for cargo... but it will be a trailer queen anyway

 

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Looking good. What's your wheelbase gonna be?

Thanks!
Low 130's. Originally it was going to be shorter, but i ended up using the same length links front and back so that added a couple inches to rear. It should help with ride at speed anyway.

 

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Taped out some more tube..
Which rear configuration would you guys go with? I'm going to tape one more idea for this. The rear will just angle in to the frame at the bottom instead of having bend.