Skyjacker 501 kit install questions
#91
#92
Only if you drill from the inside out, through a hole, angling it, and then putting an oversized bolt through after ;o)
ALMOST finished the TB kit. I was putting in the TB (which, btw, way does the bend face? I'm assuming down?) into the axle end thinking it'd slip in nice and easy. Don't know why I thought that. No go with the step down spacers. I'll have to file the mount a bit tomorrow - too tight to get in a flap disk. Also, of course, I don't have allen keys big enough to fit either of the last two bolts.
But, the mount is up. Not torqued to spec yet, but it's up and going! So it's coming along. Coil spring installation next (and I will need to go back and re-secure the brake line that was moved IOT obtain the first mounting hole for the TB) and that shouldn't be too bad.
ALMOST finished the TB kit. I was putting in the TB (which, btw, way does the bend face? I'm assuming down?) into the axle end thinking it'd slip in nice and easy. Don't know why I thought that. No go with the step down spacers. I'll have to file the mount a bit tomorrow - too tight to get in a flap disk. Also, of course, I don't have allen keys big enough to fit either of the last two bolts.
But, the mount is up. Not torqued to spec yet, but it's up and going! So it's coming along. Coil spring installation next (and I will need to go back and re-secure the brake line that was moved IOT obtain the first mounting hole for the TB) and that shouldn't be too bad.
#93
Only if you drill from the inside out, through a hole, angling it, and then putting an oversized bolt through after ;o)
ALMOST finished the TB kit. I was putting in the TB (which, btw, way does the bend face? I'm assuming down?) into the axle end thinking it'd slip in nice and easy. Don't know why I thought that. No go with the step down spacers. I'll have to file the mount a bit tomorrow - too tight to get in a flap disk. Also, of course, I don't have allen keys big enough to fit either of the last two bolts.
But, the mount is up. Not torqued to spec yet, but it's up and going! So it's coming along. Coil spring installation next (and I will need to go back and re-secure the brake line that was moved IOT obtain the first mounting hole for the TB) and that shouldn't be too bad.
ALMOST finished the TB kit. I was putting in the TB (which, btw, way does the bend face? I'm assuming down?) into the axle end thinking it'd slip in nice and easy. Don't know why I thought that. No go with the step down spacers. I'll have to file the mount a bit tomorrow - too tight to get in a flap disk. Also, of course, I don't have allen keys big enough to fit either of the last two bolts.
But, the mount is up. Not torqued to spec yet, but it's up and going! So it's coming along. Coil spring installation next (and I will need to go back and re-secure the brake line that was moved IOT obtain the first mounting hole for the TB) and that shouldn't be too bad.
Take that little bugger off the line and drill it out in a bench vise.
Last edited by merc225hp; 10-11-2013 at 06:00 PM.
#94
Well that is good to know! Hopefully I'll have it in tomorrow, along with coals, springs, and the steering conversion.
I'll toss on the old wheels just to take a picture, then it's onto the other parts.
I'm actually on amazon at the moment sourcing out future parts - headers and exhaust. Trying to decide what to go for, best bang for buck and all that.
I'll toss on the old wheels just to take a picture, then it's onto the other parts.
I'm actually on amazon at the moment sourcing out future parts - headers and exhaust. Trying to decide what to go for, best bang for buck and all that.
#96
http://www.amazon.com/gp/part-finder...1999/Dodge/Ram 1500?ie=UTF8&brand=Gibson Performance Exhaust&carId=004&partsNode=15713821
#97
Thats a great price for those, I have the stainless and as posted they are just fine. Just make sure you wipe them clean before you start it up for the first time, something I forgot to do and that messed up the chrome finish. There are four bolts that are a pita do.
Last edited by merc225hp; 10-11-2013 at 06:47 PM.
#98
I'll keep it in mind. I remember reading on here about a true dual setup with an H pipe. I'm not 100% set on how I want to do it, but I know what is on there isn't functional at the moment. I figure get the headers, then sort it out. I'd prefer a true dual over a 1-to-2, but if I go that way I'll be sure to ditch the stock y-pipe. Need to start thinking about it so I can flow right into that project and get this beast rolling soonest.
#100
Alright, got a bit more progress done:
New TB
Getting the new springs and shocks in
HD Steering setup
And a slight hiccup that I'm working on
Nevermind, got it sorted. Here is the newest picture:
Moving onto the steering stabilizer and sway bar now. Then wheels on I think for a picture.
InfO.
New TB
Getting the new springs and shocks in
HD Steering setup
And a slight hiccup that I'm working on
Nevermind, got it sorted. Here is the newest picture:
Moving onto the steering stabilizer and sway bar now. Then wheels on I think for a picture.
InfO.
Last edited by InfO; 10-12-2013 at 02:51 PM.