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Long Travel BS Thread

Discussion in 'Long Travel Suspension' started by amaes, Aug 20, 2010.

  1. Mar 13, 2012 at 11:00 AM
    Supermoto

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    Kinda hard to see but we did Ryans with all plate work, the diff would still fit

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  2. Mar 13, 2012 at 11:02 AM
    SDHQ OFFROAD

    SDHQ OFFROAD Cuz Stock Sucks!

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    Not if you're planning on going very far :p. The stolen trucks brand new 7.3 imploded on the thiefs during their getaway. The trailer is a little on the heavy side... so we tow it with this:

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    We use a friends 2011 6.7 SD for some of the local events as well but if you ave ever driven one you will know that the new Ford diesel motors are nothing bu exceptional and even better when towing.
     
  3. Mar 13, 2012 at 11:03 AM
    theduck911

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    I'd be in for GB on that :cool:
     
  4. Mar 13, 2012 at 11:04 AM
    Cr250jumper

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    Im not sure because I dont have 4wd but I think the problem is the diff mounts. I think they hang right in between the front LCA mounts
     
  5. Mar 13, 2012 at 11:06 AM
    jberry813

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    ...too much shit to list.
    :facepalm:
    I didn't even think of using plate.

    Thanks man. +1
     
  6. Mar 13, 2012 at 11:10 AM
    nelson18matt

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  7. Mar 13, 2012 at 11:12 AM
    jberry813

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    ...too much shit to list.
    Touche.

    But since I'm moving and I'll only be 30 minutes away from wide open Nevada dez, I'm doing some extra reinforcemnt up front to keep from tweaking my frame any more than it already is.

    Some plate and a simple engine cage should do it.
     
  8. Mar 13, 2012 at 11:12 AM
    Supermoto

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    Looks great, now your weak point is between the front and rear mounts but thats easy because you are 2wd
     
  9. Mar 13, 2012 at 11:13 AM
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    word. work is never done
     
  10. Mar 13, 2012 at 11:13 AM
    97yota4wd

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    the only gusseting done to my front end right now is spindles... that is going to change before it gets driven offroad for sure...
     
  11. Mar 13, 2012 at 11:17 AM
    Supermoto

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    The most truthful thing ever said on this forum right there
     
  12. Mar 13, 2012 at 11:19 AM
    dirty dangler

    dirty dangler GFO DMC LBR

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    woohoo..just got my tax return...now the big decision....hookers and blow or truck parts?
     
  13. Mar 13, 2012 at 11:19 AM
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    Its a weak touche. You def have more benefit being able to use 4wd than my one benefit of a gusset lol. Dont forget motor mounts. The mounts on the frame side look like 1/8" or less and scare me
     
  14. Mar 13, 2012 at 11:20 AM
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    ...too much shit to list.
    I say blow and truck parts.
    Fat chicks give it up for free.
     
  15. Mar 13, 2012 at 11:21 AM
    Supermoto

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    you have to even think about that???
     
  16. Mar 13, 2012 at 11:23 AM
    dirty dangler

    dirty dangler GFO DMC LBR

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    smart man right hurrr
    youre right!! wtf was i thinking?
     
  17. Mar 13, 2012 at 11:24 AM
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    I think most people just think they can just pay someone and have long travel done on their truck in a month. That doesnt happen, I dont care who you are. There are so many little things that need to be addressed you have to be patient and take things one step at a time. Suspension is just one step
     
  18. Mar 13, 2012 at 11:24 AM
    RJALLDAY702

    RJALLDAY702 U MAD? OH U MAD

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    Truck parts!

    Maybe a little blow.


    And one hooker.


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  19. Mar 13, 2012 at 11:26 AM
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  20. Mar 13, 2012 at 11:30 AM
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