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I only pulled about a foot of air, so yes, it worked pretty damn well.

The ledge Dylan was going up would have just hung me up do to my wheel base. Need some 42's and more front travel.

 

When does the IFS and clamshell get pulled?

 

As soon as I can find someone to let me use their shop/garage for an extended period.

 

check this fuse box out!
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this co2?
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That was my old setup for switches. Go with an NSA and do it right.

 

lol I saw just thought it was a cool way to make a cheap yet water proof busman haha!
love the videos from moab! that chevy swap is amazing

 

Yup, that small Pelican case worked well for that.

The 63's did really well last week. I still had a bit more droop here.

 

that's too insane! Do you plan to go SAS infront?

 

That's the plan. I really want to link the rear as well, but with time constraints I may just do the front first and leave the rear for later. I have a Ford Dana 60 at the house and am looking for a 14bolt at the moment.

I'm going to cage it at the same time with a 4xinnovations kit.

 

honestly thought this whole setup would've cost a lot more! give us poor people hope. Those welds and that bumpstop extension look professional as hel man. Good job and this was very informative.

 

It just takes some skill and patience to get it done. I did have an extra expense as I went with Skyjacker Softride 6" lift springs instead of the junk yard springs. That's the reason I have 16" out of the back. With the junk yard springs you'll have a bit less travel. Worth the extra for the new leafs? Maybe, but that's up to you.

 

dam thatll be insane to see all that travel! I was checking out jakes SAS and that is sweet. this truck is becoming a mmonster. Will you go bigger on the tires?

I remember my dad had a skyjacker lift on his ford back in the 80's didn't know the company was around or good lol

 

I admit ive been very skeptical of 63s (cause used chevy parts) for some time. I cannot believe how well they seem to be supporting the weight of the flatbed and performing.

Did you buy used springs or does one of the manufacturers like Deaver fire and bend them?

Edit: thanks for the above-mentioned post. I didnt see it come in as I was typing.

Seems like a really great deal. I already have flipped shackles from SOS as well as Rubicon Express 5" shackles. I wonder if I can just bolt up their 63s with AAL when my Deavers go flat.

 

I'll be on tons and will be shooting for a 42" tire.

 

good lord! that's freaking beastly! I just love how the truck is still sexy even after all the mods

 

I bought skyjacker lift springs instead of junk yard springs.

http://www.summitracing.com/parts/sja-cr75/overview/year/2001/make/chevrolet/model/silverado-1500-hd

They're pricey, but are holding up to the job so far.

 

I saw the post a bit late. i edited mine above as well

 

That's why I've been considering the swap and selling my dakars

 

@SDkoncepts808 @DefconBrix want some extra travel hehe