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GMF Bolt on Rear Shock Relocate for 2nd/3rd Gen, back in production

Discussion in 'Automotive Group Buys' started by Arcticelf, Oct 22, 2020.

  1. Nov 4, 2020 at 12:04 PM
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    If you don't need spacers in the front due to a bigger back-space tire you shouldn't need them in the back with this kit either.
     
  2. Nov 4, 2020 at 1:15 PM
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    This kit doesn’t require spacers. OEM backspacing works just fine.
     
  4. Nov 5, 2020 at 4:30 AM
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    What tires are you running?
     
  5. Nov 5, 2020 at 9:11 AM
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    Spacers don’t determine lower shock mount location.

    With or without spacers, the lower shock mount location has to move inward because it needs to clear the parking brake. 0039A7C8-A3D9-471D-9C7C-ABEF30E197DE.jpg
     
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  6. Nov 5, 2020 at 9:12 AM
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  7. Nov 5, 2020 at 10:30 AM
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    If you got to a 285 on stock wheels you need a spacer, but only at full stuff.

    But if you have a 285 on stock wheels you need a spacer in the front too, or you'll rub on the UCA.
     
  8. Nov 7, 2020 at 5:47 AM
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    It's happening guys. Here's the stock for your axle tabs, 3.5x1/4 DOM. I think this will be heavy enough for even the hardest beat trucks.

    Order goes into the CNC shop Monday for the plates.
     
  9. Nov 9, 2020 at 6:48 AM
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    DMs for payment sent to participants, lets get some parts ordered.
     
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  10. Nov 9, 2020 at 6:54 AM
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  11. Nov 9, 2020 at 11:51 AM
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    4 out of 6 fully paid.

    Order placed for CNC cut parts.

    Order for tube going in this afternoon.
     
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  12. Nov 12, 2020 at 5:23 AM
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    Hardware kits get ordered this afternoon, then DOM and CNC cut parts get picked up next week.

    Two sets left, $325 shipped to lower 48.
     
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    I’ve got a BAMF kit waiting to be installed; after seeing this I am thoroughly intrigued...

    @Subway4X4 @TwistedTLM4 what is your take on the setup so far? I’d be installing 2.5” 12” shocks with these
     
  14. Nov 12, 2020 at 5:51 AM
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    The BAMF kit is an awesome product, but it's a weld on. 12x2.5 will work with this setup no problem.
     
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  16. Nov 12, 2020 at 7:02 AM
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    I'm so very tempted... My biggest concern with the bolt on tabs would be the rapid cycling during pre-runner type stuff, and them not moving. I'm sure a couple tac-welds could mitigate that though...

    Yup, hence why its still sitting in the garage not installed yet :rofl: Glad to hear, I'll try to make a decision today. Need to install the new shocks so i can pull my old ones off and sell them to get some coin back!
     
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    I understand you only have a couple kits left currently - I saw you are projecting to have the next batch ready by the end of the year, is this still the case? Will the pricing remain the same? I only ask as I just bought a home so funds are kind of tight right now, and I likely wouldn't have the time to install them for a while anyways.
     
  18. Nov 12, 2020 at 7:38 AM
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    Pricing will be the same later in the year, yes. I've got two sets unclaimed right now in this production run.

    We haven't seen any indication of the lower tabs moving on the axle, even running hard. There's a lot of both friction and clamping force holding them in place. But a little tack weld would be extra insurance for sure.
     
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  19. Nov 12, 2020 at 12:39 PM
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    Noted! Glad to hear. I’ll hold off for the time being, but come the end of the year, I’ll likely be in for a set. Love the product!
     
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    Thanks, hit me up when you're ready to order.
     
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