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Not my smoothest job, but I cut wide, so I had plenty to grind off.
Not my smoothest job, but I cut wide, so I had plenty to grind off.
0 2020/09/12 15:08:32
Will re-measure holes before drilling.
Will re-measure holes before drilling.
0 2020/09/12 15:08:43
Got both parts bolted up and clamped it all together. Made a strut to go between the parts, the heavy tack.
Got both parts bolted up and clamped it all together. Made a strut to go between the parts, the heavy tack.
0 2020/09/12 15:08:51
Spacing between plates controls pulley alingment. I milled a piece with parallel ends, to keep the plates in line. Then tacked to up. I had a wet rag handy, to keep from "MELTING" the PS resevoire..
Spacing between plates controls pulley alingment. I milled a piece with parallel ends, to keep the plates in line. Then tacked to up. I had a wet rag handy, to keep from "MELTING" the PS resevoire..
0 2020/09/12 15:08:57
While " cleaning up", I kept seeing cardboard templates Laying around. I picked up a few. Each one brings back memories. Maybe I'll start a scrap book !?!
While " cleaning up", I kept seeing cardboard templates Laying around. I picked up a few. Each one brings back memories. Maybe I'll start a scrap book !?!
0 2020/09/12 15:22:47
Finally welded up the brackets and put the PS pump in place
Finally welded up the brackets and put the PS pump in place
0 2020/09/13 12:20:09
Added a mount for the tensioner pulley. Welded on some triangles, in the proper directions to counter the forces from the belt.
Added a mount for the tensioner pulley. Welded on some triangles, in the proper directions to counter the forces from the belt.
0 2020/09/16 10:20:26
A "strong-back" brace added to prevent flex in the bracket.
A "strong-back" brace added to prevent flex in the bracket.
0 2020/09/16 10:20:38
Remounted the pump to check the fit.
Remounted the pump to check the fit.
0 2020/09/16 10:20:49
Reassembled the pump and belt.
Reassembled the pump and belt.
0 2020/09/16 10:21:03
0 2020/09/20 13:57:58
This is at ride height
This is at ride height
0 2020/09/20 14:14:32
This is spindle up four. ... like on the brakes ! (Truck down. wheel up) ! Moving the suspension, not the truck.
This is spindle up four. ... like on the brakes ! (Truck down. wheel up) ! Moving the suspension, not the truck.
0 2020/09/20 14:14:38
I have raised the upper A-arm mounts about 1 1/4" to stabilize the camber changes, in the range I am working with. The truck is lowered 3". I bought springs for the front to lower it. Yet retain a nice ride quality. The rear came down a little over 3", by using the Explorer rear end, (with spring perches on the bottom of the axle tube).
I have raised the upper A-arm mounts about 1 1/4" to stabilize the camber changes, in the range I am working with. The truck is lowered 3". I bought springs for the front to lower it. Yet retain a nice ride quality. The rear came down a little over 3", by using the Explorer rear end, (with spring perches on the bottom of the axle tube).
0 2020/09/20 14:14:44
To help take weight off of the suspension assembly, I hooked-up some springs. The suspension now stays where I set it. Very handy for measuring. I want to keep camber changes to + or - 1 degree, over 7" of travel, if possible. The lower control arm, swings at one arc, The upper arm swings at a shorter arc, and the tie-rod at somewhere in between. The goal is to have all three arcs at their respective "0" point, at or near ride height, to minimize changes exerted on the spindle.
To help take weight off of the suspension assembly, I hooked-up some springs. The suspension now stays where I set it. Very handy for measuring. I want to keep camber changes to + or - 1 degree, over 7" of travel, if possible. The lower control arm, swings at one arc, The upper arm swings at a shorter arc, and the tie-rod at somewhere in between. The goal is to have all three arcs at their respective "0" point, at or near ride height, to minimize changes exerted on the spindle.
0 2020/09/20 14:14:51
This is the spindle all the way down, (truck up) Like accelerating hard!
This is the spindle all the way down, (truck up) Like accelerating hard!
0 2020/09/20 14:14:57
Caster is measured by turning the front wheel out, then in 15 degrees. It is the measure of the forward to rear ward "tilt" of the spindle.
Caster is measured by turning the front wheel out, then in 15 degrees. It is the measure of the forward to rear ward "tilt" of the spindle.
0 2020/09/21 16:27:11
The toe was changing 1/4" or more, from up to down of the spindle. Raising the pivot point of the outer tie rod, took care of it. Now the toe changes less than 1/32" over 7" of travel.
The toe was changing 1/4" or more, from up to down of the spindle. Raising the pivot point of the outer tie rod, took care of it. Now the toe changes less than 1/32" over 7" of travel.
0 2020/09/21 16:27:18
Mounts are tacked. I have moved them twice already. Final welding will happen once I get the truck "on the ground!
Mounts are tacked. I have moved them twice already. Final welding will happen once I get the truck "on the ground!
0 2020/09/21 16:27:24
Camber is the inner or outer tilt of the wheel.
Camber is the inner or outer tilt of the wheel.
0 2020/09/21 16:27:31
The "Boss" indicated that the dinning room was in need of some paint. Mask, cut, trim, paint, (Be careful of indications!) !! ... they very quickly can become confrontations, if ignored. JUST DO IT ! That is my humble opinion. 🧔
The "Boss" indicated that the dinning room was in need of some paint. Mask, cut, trim, paint, (Be careful of indications!) !! ... they very quickly can become confrontations, if ignored. JUST DO IT ! That is my humble opinion. 🧔
0 2020/09/23 12:52:36
Back at it! Had too much caster, after the last tack. Camber was ok, but adjusters were maxed out. Cut and move again. I was having issues with gauge! The batteries were low. Changed them out And started getting consistent readings.
Back at it! Had too much caster, after the last tack. Camber was ok, but adjusters were maxed out. Cut and move again. I was having issues with gauge! The batteries were low. Changed them out And started getting consistent readings.
0 2020/09/26 13:36:49
The assembly, with rotor, is more than I can deal with, with one hand. So I made a wooden cradle to put on my floor jack to hold things up, while cutting the upper mounts loose. Notice the "turn-plate", under the set-up. This ensures the wheel is turned 15 degrees both ways for correct caster check.
The assembly, with rotor, is more than I can deal with, with one hand. So I made a wooden cradle to put on my floor jack to hold things up, while cutting the upper mounts loose. Notice the "turn-plate", under the set-up. This ensures the wheel is turned 15 degrees both ways for correct caster check.
0 2020/09/26 13:36:58
Measuring at ride height is critical, since that is where the truck will spend most of its time.
Measuring at ride height is critical, since that is where the truck will spend most of its time.
0 2020/09/26 13:37:07
Caster is at 6 degrees.
Caster is at 6 degrees.
0 2020/09/26 13:37:16
Camber is at 0 for now.
Camber is at 0 for now.
0 2020/09/26 13:37:43
Here is wher it ended up. 1 1/4" above stock.
Here is wher it ended up. 1 1/4" above stock.
0 2020/09/27 15:54:19
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0 2020/09/27 16:49:02
Got on the upper A-arm mounts today. Removed the stainless headers to prevent splattering them. "0" Camber and 6 degrees Caster are the goals. If the caster is off, the truck will pull towards the higher number. Once again, cut, tack, measure, cut, move, tack, measure, ..... DAMIT!! ... cut, move back 1/2 way, tack measure. Ahhhhh It appears 3/16" equals 1 degree change on caster. (On this setup.)
Got on the upper A-arm mounts today. Removed the stainless headers to prevent splattering them. "0" Camber and 6 degrees Caster are the goals. If the caster is off, the truck will pull towards the higher number. Once again, cut, tack, measure, cut, move, tack, measure, ..... DAMIT!! ... cut, move back 1/2 way, tack measure. Ahhhhh It appears 3/16" equals 1 degree change on caster. (On this setup.)
0 2020/09/29 13:18:55
Started with some 1/4" angle. Will box it in once it is in the right spot.the piece I trimmed off should work fine. I will mill it down to fit, round the corner to fit the angle and weld it in place. When the brakes are applied, LOTS of force tries to rip the top mount up and forward. So I don't want this connection to the frame to be weak !!
Started with some 1/4" angle. Will box it in once it is in the right spot.the piece I trimmed off should work fine. I will mill it down to fit, round the corner to fit the angle and weld it in place. When the brakes are applied, LOTS of force tries to rip the top mount up and forward. So I don't want this connection to the frame to be weak !!
0 2020/09/29 13:19:02
Moved the Ranger outside, to do some badly needed shop cleaning. Thought you might like to see the "stance" Of the truck on flat ground. Still looking for a 15 to 20 gal fuel cell. Once that and battery are mounted in the back, I will replace the bed.
Moved the Ranger outside, to do some badly needed shop cleaning. Thought you might like to see the "stance" Of the truck on flat ground. Still looking for a 15 to 20 gal fuel cell. Once that and battery are mounted in the back, I will replace the bed.
0 2020/10/06 10:11:31
Getting measurements for drive shaft. GM up front and Ford in the back. I am thinking Aluminum, if not too pricey.
Getting measurements for drive shaft. GM up front and Ford in the back. I am thinking Aluminum, if not too pricey.
0 2020/10/10 11:53:34
"Boxing in" what I can Get to. The weather has been pretty wet, thanks to omega's remnants passing over VA. So the engine and trans will have to wait a few days to come out.
"Boxing in" what I can Get to. The weather has been pretty wet, thanks to omega's remnants passing over VA. So the engine and trans will have to wait a few days to come out.
0 2020/10/13 15:29:42
I put the KYB shocks on the front, put the truck on the ground and re-checked the caster and camber. It looks good!
I put the KYB shocks on the front, put the truck on the ground and re-checked the caster and camber. It looks good!
0 2020/10/13 15:29:48
0 2020/10/15 11:01:14
Here is the driver side lower mount, with the mount notched out for extra down travel. I will be cutting this out next week.
Here is the driver side lower mount, with the mount notched out for extra down travel. I will be cutting this out next week.
0 2020/10/15 11:01:19
Finally got the engine and transmission out. Now I can complete the inside,(hidden) welding. I will run brake lines up front, once the welding is complete.
Finally got the engine and transmission out. Now I can complete the inside,(hidden) welding. I will run brake lines up front, once the welding is complete.
0 2021/01/12 11:52:44
Taking steps to QUIET down the cabin. Dynamat everywhere it will stick. Spray-on undercoat/soun deadener will go under side as well.
Taking steps to QUIET down the cabin. Dynamat everywhere it will stick. Spray-on undercoat/soun deadener will go under side as well.
0 2021/01/12 11:57:23