Long Travel BS Thread

life goals. lol

 

@MojaveMadman thanks for your service! You made a good point. Overland scene in general is pretty rotten. I refrain from wheeling with big groups or events or watching those youtube expeditions because it's saturated with idiots. But with everything, the individuals persons can be pretty cool at times.

 

What with all the hate?

Guys we are a MINORITY. Most ppl only use there rigs to get to and from work, head to the grocery, or taking the kids to dance class. Those of us who actually get out there and use our vehicles for things other then that, no matter how its used (trail riding, rock crawling, or huckfest) are all in the same boat. So you don't prefer the style of "wheeling" others do, big deal. Like the guy above said, "they are teaching people" , and I would guess have done more then most trying to keep the trails open.

That's all.
/flameon

 

You sir, are a good man and optimist! Ultimately I have no issue with anyone who off-roads. I think this conversation has gotten a little too serious and some of the sarcasm and joking has been lost for more serious conversation.

 

Agree.
I think, well at least me, was only joking around. I think any group that dose help to keep trials open is doing the right thing.not saying im going to run out and join there groups. But what they do is a good thing.

 

Not serious at all. I just had something to say since overloading is the new long travel. They're both like my girlfriend. They make me poor just thinking about it

 

Back on track, anyone have experience with Cerakote on their shocks? I want to do mine with the local Cerakote dealer but don't know if re-honing the cylinder body is needed or what (I was told that when re-plating they need to be honed). I also need to call up aFe or Kartek to see if I can get the decals for my shocks and the SAW badges because OCD.

 

Hey what adapter did u guys use or find to make your own intake setup for the MAF?

 

https://www.urdusa.com/product/cnc-billet-aluminum-maf-mount-denso-type-maf-sensor/

 

Not sure if my experience relates. But my day job is in hydraulic actuators and we build "shocks" for aircraft all day long, and hone barrels (shock bodies) all day long. As for honing of barrels we do all of that after the finishing steps. So they get coated, chromed, plated, blah blah blah then go for a final finish hone to ensure a perfect surface for seals to contact. Is it applicable to shocks, debatable. Is it overkill, maybe. But if you want the best performance and seal life, it's not a bad idea from my point of view...

 

King does it a lot for custom colors
If you need more info on how it's done and what needed talk to kellan at envy Motorsports

 

Exactly why I am asking, a perfect surface is crucial to ensure a proper seal and long seal life. My understanding when I went to the Cerakote shop is that it is a sprayed application so technically masking it off should leave the surfaces unaffected but idk what goes into prep or curing the coating.

I know they do, a lot of the shock prep guys out in SoCal are sending out shocks for Cerakoting as well. I might give Kellan a shout, you know the best way to contact him? I know there are some gun guys on here who might have some knowledge since it is a gun coating. Texas doesn't have any knowledgeable shops and El Paso much less. I do all my own work and my truck is going to be my guinea pig with Cerakoting with these local guys before having the shocks on the trophy truck coated.

 

Best way is to call him on his Cell
His mailbox never gets checked so don't bother leaving a voicemail

Text works sometimes too
+1 (805) 559-3689

If you can't get ahold of him lemme know and I'll get ahold of him

 

Mask the openings to keep the powder out of the cylinders.

Can rehone your self with one of these

$20 AMPRO T71797 1 1/4" to 3 1/2" Disc Brake and Engine Cylinder Hone

https://www.amazon.com/T71797-4-Inc...&qid=1507838551&sr=8-4&keywords=cylinder+hone

Brush Research FLEX-HONE Cylinder Hone, GB Series, Silicon Carbide Abrasive

https://www.amazon.com/Brush-Resear...rd_wg=Y5HRP&psc=1&refRID=828WT5ZNDRYSME9C23ES

 

Well this only took all day lol

 

Time for a 3.0 Bypass. Gotta fill all that space

 

New rack shipped yesterday. New vs old

 

Looks like a few of us are making progress including myself. Just got tracking info on my rear shocks finally. Should be in my hands on monday

 

Ugh 50$ for a glorified bung?! Hoping there's a cheaper option