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The Bullaculla 3 link SAS build (pic heavy)

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Builds (2005-2015)' started by bullaculla, Sep 2, 2013.

  1. Jun 27, 2017 at 10:31 PM
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    bullaculla

    bullaculla [OP] IKA fabrications

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    Da big big island!
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    All pro 3 link SAS kit, Diamond axle, kings on 37" MTR/K
    Actually, I'm waiting cause I don't have oil :rain:
     
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  2. Jun 27, 2017 at 10:47 PM
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    Lucas 85/140?
     
  3. Jun 27, 2017 at 10:54 PM
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    bullaculla

    bullaculla [OP] IKA fabrications

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    Where can I find it on the island?
     
  4. Jun 28, 2017 at 12:04 AM
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    I got it from the NAPA behind Island Brake and Alignment.
     
  5. Jun 28, 2017 at 1:34 AM
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    You know you are serious when you start cutting your sheet metal :D

    It's looking great:thumbsup: Take it easier with the grinder until you get a chance to flex things more. Last thing you want is to end up cutting too much:eek:
     
  6. Jun 28, 2017 at 1:36 AM
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    bullaculla

    bullaculla [OP] IKA fabrications

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    I'm going to put the stock flares back on to hide the mess and fill the holes, then trim the plastic flares as needed. Or bolt on some gutted bushwackers. So really I can cut all the way to the fender flare holes.
     
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  7. Jun 28, 2017 at 1:42 AM
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    Ahhh, I see.

    Or get 40"s and fill her up lol
     
  8. Jun 28, 2017 at 1:24 PM
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    Hey Iven,
    Do you plan to use any edging for the trim?

    Something like these?
    <http://trailtoys.net/t/body/exterior>
     
  9. Jun 28, 2017 at 3:06 PM
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    bullaculla [OP] IKA fabrications

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    All pro 3 link SAS kit, Diamond axle, kings on 37" MTR/K
    All the trimming is done. I may have to cut a little higher for the high clearance bumper when it gets here.
    IMG_2441.jpg

    IMG_2439.jpg
    Now to chop up the front
    :sawzall::welder:
     
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  10. Jun 28, 2017 at 3:11 PM
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    bullaculla

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    I dunno... maybe? The trim is the least of my concerns right now. Not building a show truck.
     
  11. Jun 28, 2017 at 3:16 PM
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    Oh it might not be a show truck but it will definitely be looked/stared at everywhere you go
     
  12. Jun 28, 2017 at 3:18 PM
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    ^^ x2
     
  13. Jun 28, 2017 at 3:44 PM
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    Holding herself up. Looks like got plenty of clearance. And now I know how @deeezy feels. With the fender clearance, tires look so small now :bananadead:
    IMG_2442.jpg

    IMG_2448.jpg
    Gonna have to cut off a few inches from the high clearance bumper when it gets here.
     
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  14. Jun 28, 2017 at 3:54 PM
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    Rear only sticks out a little bit, but still gonna have to cover the tire to pass recon and safety...
    IMG_2444.jpg IMG_2446.jpg
     
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  15. Jun 28, 2017 at 3:58 PM
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    No kidding....that trim definitely made them 37s look like 33s....still looks BEAST!
     
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  16. Jun 28, 2017 at 4:24 PM
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    High clearance with swingout and mounting a spare? If so, I'd think that would bring it down a tad. Especially with a heavy ass 37" spare
     
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  17. Jun 28, 2017 at 6:05 PM
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    Not gonna run a swingout. I'll probably throw the tire in the bed till I can fab a swingdown. Also probably going to do a shackle flip or get a set of dakars. Also I'm not going to run matching wheels and tire for the spare. Cheap light wheel and tire.
     
  18. Jun 28, 2017 at 7:54 PM
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    After you put your flares back on, it might almost pass safety/recon.
     
  19. Jun 28, 2017 at 10:55 PM
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    That looks killer!
     
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  20. Jun 29, 2017 at 3:24 PM
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