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MEMBERS DISCUSSION AREA => General Discussion => Topic started by: Alex on September 18, 2008, 01:04:16 PM

Title: Took the jeep for a little trip
Post by: Alex on September 18, 2008, 01:04:16 PM
Well i haven't been able to test anything on my jeep since the long arms, 8.8, or 4.88's.  I must say i am pleased with the performance even without the rear locker.  I only took one pic sorry.  It was just a local little place about like hurricane shoals.  I just wanted to test it before river rock

In the pic the front tire dropped below the body line and i still have about 3 inches in the shock.  The coil is completely unseated in the pic.  The rear also stuffed nicly.  I think that this will work for now.

(http://i271.photobucket.com/albums/jj154/alexhensley71/JEEPFLEX.jpg?t=1221757413)
Title: Re: Took the jeep for a little trip
Post by: 06trailrig on September 18, 2008, 01:14:06 PM
looks good Alex and that thing flexes nice
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Post by: Krawler00 on September 18, 2008, 02:07:43 PM
Looks like shes workin! So does the rear touch? Is that full compression?
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Post by: RotorHead on September 18, 2008, 02:13:33 PM
Great flex Alex. Looking forward to River Rock. {toast}
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Post by: Hilldweller on September 18, 2008, 02:15:20 PM
That's a great pic; investments at work...
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Post by: BigJerm on September 18, 2008, 02:24:52 PM
very nice alex! I have always liked your rig. Its shows with the right planning and parts you can have plenty of flex, plenty of tire and not sit way off the ground.
Title: Re: Took the jeep for a little trip
Post by: Alex on September 18, 2008, 02:25:00 PM
Yea she rubs in the back just a little.  I didn't cut enough  :-X  My rear springs are so screwed up but i dont care.  I have to relocate the rear spring perches in the near future.  
Title: Re: Took the jeep for a little trip
Post by: Jimmy on September 18, 2008, 03:36:23 PM
Can't wait to see it in action!
Title: Re: Took the jeep for a little trip
Post by: Krawler00 on September 18, 2008, 04:42:32 PM
Yea she rubs in the back just a little.  I didn't cut enough  :-X  My rear springs are so screwed up but i dont care.  I have to relocate the rear spring perches in the near future.  

So is the spring in a bind or extreme angle?
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Post by: nwcj5 on September 18, 2008, 04:44:04 PM
which long arms are those?
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Post by: Krawler00 on September 18, 2008, 04:45:46 PM
Alex made brand :D
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Post by: nwcj5 on September 18, 2008, 04:55:50 PM
can I get a link this company's website?  ;D...but seriously, what'd you do? I missed it i guess
Title: Re: Took the jeep for a little trip
Post by: 06trailrig on September 18, 2008, 04:58:40 PM
can I get a link this company's website?  ;D...but seriously, what'd you do? I missed it i guess

Check the projects section and look for his build and you'll see it
Title: Re: Took the jeep for a little trip
Post by: Alex on September 18, 2008, 07:57:42 PM
When i pushed the axle back 3 inches, i didnt move the spring perch.  It is at a very extreme angle haha.  I will more than likly loss a coil or to on the trail next weekend.
Title: Re: Took the jeep for a little trip
Post by: Will on September 18, 2008, 08:03:53 PM
When i pushed the axle back 3 inches, i didnt move the spring perch.  It is at a very extreme angle haha.  I will more than likly loss a coil or to on the trail next weekend.

You mean the frame perch?  :D
Title: Re: Took the jeep for a little trip
Post by: Jimmy on September 18, 2008, 08:05:13 PM
I will more than likly loss a coil or to on the trail next weekend.

Hopefully I don't fall in a mud pit this time!
Title: Re: Took the jeep for a little trip
Post by: Alex on September 18, 2008, 08:15:27 PM
HAHA i forgot about that.  We have to go on that trail first...what day and time are yall getting there on Friday?  Anyone have an extra sleeping bag?
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Post by: lt99ls1 on September 18, 2008, 08:24:29 PM
Looks good.
Title: Re: Took the jeep for a little trip
Post by: Matt on September 18, 2008, 10:45:27 PM
So, do you have an estimate that it cost you for the long arms.
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Post by: Krawler00 on September 18, 2008, 11:30:39 PM
Hope you don't pop the spring out all day! That thing must be seriously out of whack!!
Title: Re: Took the jeep for a little trip
Post by: Alex on September 19, 2008, 10:52:26 AM
Matt i would say

130 for 24 feet of 2x2x.250 wall square tubing

i already had the joints but they run $35 each so 7 of them.

Re sleeve bushings.  6 of them for $8 each.

Already had 6 stock lower control arm bushings so free.

My and a friend made all the brackets for $80.  Can all be bought for under 200 easily.

So it can be done under $500 if you can come up with a design yourself it is easy.  I just studied everyone's suspension and went from there.

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Post by: Sasquatch on September 19, 2008, 02:58:09 PM
I can get you that 2 x 2 x 1/4 x 24 for $110.

If you can use 3/16 I can get it for $85.

Also I can cut it to length for you, just give me sizes.  I can do that free of charge.  ;)

Give me a a couple days notice and I can have it ready.  Anything under 10' I'll put in the back of my truck.  Just would need to know where to meet you after that.
Title: Re: Took the jeep for a little trip
Post by: Will on September 19, 2008, 08:08:03 PM
I can get you that 2 x 2 x 1/4 x 24 for $110.

If you can use 3/16 I can get it for $85.

Also I can cut it to length for you, just give me sizes.  I can do that free of charge.  ;)

Give me a a couple days notice and I can have it ready.  Anything under 10' I'll put in the back of my truck.  Just would need to know where to meet you after that.

holy crap, you really are our new best friend!  ;)
Title: Re: Took the jeep for a little trip
Post by: Matt on September 19, 2008, 08:50:59 PM
I can get you that 2 x 2 x 1/4 x 24 for $110.

If you can use 3/16 I can get it for $85.

Also I can cut it to length for you, just give me sizes.  I can do that free of charge.  ;)

Give me a a couple days notice and I can have it ready.  Anything under 10' I'll put in the back of my truck.  Just would need to know where to meet you after that.

We will be talking soon
Title: Re: Took the jeep for a little trip
Post by: DOUG on September 19, 2008, 10:15:47 PM
Sure looks like an opportunity to mass produce a few long arm sets for TJ's with 4" lift.  There must be a dozen guys that would be interested, at least in a rear set.
Title: Re: Took the jeep for a little trip
Post by: Krawler00 on September 20, 2008, 09:58:37 PM
Got one here! I am all in!
Title: Re: Took the jeep for a little trip
Post by: Sasquatch on September 22, 2008, 07:18:03 AM
Just remember me come springtime when I'm trying to find a lift kit, wheels, and tires!   {toast}