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**IZwack** · 09-05-2006, 09:36 PM

btw redranger -- sorry I forgot to take pics of the fuel line relocation near the engine bay .. I will be sure to post a few pics when its all done and everything is tucked in its proper location - right now, I still have a few things that are still moving around near the engine bay (brake lines, steering line, etc..)

*sn0border88* · 09-06-2006, 09:43 PM

thats all I was really wondering, i didnt think there was much to it. I was just under the impression you cant run a drw hub with a single wheel

**IZwack** · 09-09-2006, 09:12 PM

I'm on the edge of my seat - my Explorer is almost ready to roll again.

The main thing thats left are the brake lines - which are coming from CA - oh and they are ultra bling: kevlar with a stainless steel braid over it, and a green plastic coating - its so bling

But other than the brake lines, this is whats left:
- mount reservoirs (coolant overflow and washer fluid)
- fluids (both differentials, coolant, power steering, brake)
- mount gas tank skid plate
- bolt up rear driveshaft

the front driveshaft still needs to be extended but I'm not too worried about it because I can ramp the vehicle w/o it.

**section525** · 09-09-2006, 09:18 PM

Pics, slut.

**IZwack** · 09-09-2006, 09:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by section525

Pics, slut.

guh! go look at the pics before! it doesnt look too different from that. i havent touched the suspension in the past few weeks so it looks the same as before - except for the front cross member.

**IZwack** · 09-11-2006, 08:36 PM

So tonight I had a few hours and reconnected the radiator and filled it with coolant. The power steering reservoir was also filled. And a few minutes later, the engine was running again !!! WOOT!

I rotated the steering wheel a few degrees just to test out the power steering lines and make sure there were no leaks (the high pressure side was completely redone which included a crappy flare job on the 3/8" tube performed by non other than ME) and the gear moved slightly. I didnt turn it enough to turn the wheels because the steering gear box is missing a bolt to mount it to the chassis -- gotta get that tomorrow

So, now I'm just waiting for the bling brake hoses to arrive from somewhere in Cali and it'll be rolling

**section525** · 09-11-2006, 08:41 PM

Look killer.

**FROADER** · 09-11-2006, 11:51 PM

I really like the way your explorer is looking. Keep up the good work!

**IZwack** · 09-12-2006, 07:58 AM

:p

*Spas* · 09-12-2006, 01:21 PM

*subscribing*

I say we have an RTi challenge once we're both done, IZ

**Turdle** · 09-12-2006, 01:28 PM

Your fabrication work is amazing. Seriously, you have quite a talent

I have enjoyed every minute of this, and look forward to the pictures of your progress.

*sn0border88* · 09-12-2006, 05:24 PM

Im thnkin of nabbin your t-case ebrake thingy caus when I go to disks on my 9 I dont think ill go with a caliper than has a built in e-brake.

Ill join a RTI contest when I get done too, but I know I cant compete with airshocks

**IZwack** · 09-12-2006, 09:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Spas

I say we have an RTi challenge once we're both done, IZ

Hehe totally agree

My rear leaves suck much tho

Quote:

Originally Posted by jtsmith

Your fabrication work is amazing. Seriously, you have quite a talent. I have enjoyed every minute of this, and look forward to the pictures of your progress.

Hey thanks a lot

!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by sn0border88

Im thnkin of nabbin your t-case ebrake thingy caus when I go to disks on my 9 I dont think ill go with a caliper than has a built in e-brake.

If you can fit the calipers with the built in E-brake (the El-Dorado ones), I would go for those. It just makes things so much more simple

===========================

Well today I drove all over the place gathering the last few parts -- transmission-to-transfer case gasket (the dealer close to my house didnt have them), some more brake hard lines, 4-guage wires to extend a few battery and power lines, heat shrink tubing for those wires, proper length bolts for the steering gear box, flare nut wrenches (a must have), and a few other little parts.

Then after lunch I extended the battery wires and the wires that go to the main distribution box. After that I spent a few hours putting in the brake proportioning valve. And thats all I got done today. Oh and since the steering box was finally bolted to the frame, I was able to start the engine and turn the wheels to full left and right lock

Huge milestone for me -- it can steer!! And no leaks from the steering hoses.

Don't ask for pictures yet -- pictures will come in a few days after the brake hoses arrive
(GD those brake hoses -- I need them NOW!!)

*Spas* · 09-13-2006, 01:33 PM

Hey Iz, what company did you use for your new brake lines? I'm under the impression that the regular ol' 6" extended stainless I have won't be long enough to cope with my front travel unless I bend the hard line to an extreme angle or somesuch.

*sn0border88* · 09-13-2006, 05:58 PM

didnt rookie use his 6" lines?

**IZwack** · 09-13-2006, 07:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Spas

Hey Iz, what company did you use for your new brake lines? I'm under the impression that the regular ol' 6" extended stainless I have won't be long enough to cope with my front travel unless I bend the hard line to an extreme angle or somesuch.

I went with XtremeCrawlers.com -- Keith is the guy there and he's great to work with

Be prepared tho - they arent the cheapest ($$ wise) brake hoses cauz they are kevlar braided and stainless steel braided.

Here is Keith's thread on PBB: http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/showthread.php?t=291865
You can send him a PM from there if your a PBB member. If not, you can send him an email at: keithg@xtremecrawlers.com

My "drop" hoses (the one that goes from the chassis to the axles) are 36" long

JUST to make sure they dont max out

Oh and today, I ordered an Aussie Locker for the front

*Stic-o* · 09-13-2006, 08:32 PM

Good call...I used 36" lines too

**IZwack** · 09-13-2006, 08:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stic-o

Good call...I used 36" lines too

Where did you get yours from Stic-dude?
Just so SPAS can have another option.

**section525** · 09-13-2006, 10:10 PM

Mine are only 28".

I feel short.. and stubby.

**IZwack** · 09-13-2006, 10:16 PM

Section525:

09-05-2006, 09:36 PM	#261
IZwack Germantown, MD Join Date: Feb 2003 Posts: 22,389 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	btw redranger -- sorry I forgot to take pics of the fuel line relocation near the engine bay .. I will be sure to post a few pics when its all done and everything is tucked in its proper location - right now, I still have a few things that are still moving around near the engine bay (brake lines, steering line, etc..) __________________ »»»»»...how'd the moon get there, how'd the moon get there?

09-06-2006, 09:43 PM	#262
sn0border88 Master Apprentice Souderton, PA 1992 XLT Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 4,342 Vehicle Specs	thats all I was really wondering, i didnt think there was much to it. I was just under the impression you cant run a drw hub with a single wheel __________________ My Photos---Emily Rose---SAS Thread---My Mug 1992 4dr XLT. SAS'ed HPD44/9" 5.13's Locked F/R 36" SX 1999 4.0 5spd sport on 31" BFG Muds

09-09-2006, 09:12 PM	#263
IZwack Germantown, MD Join Date: Feb 2003 Posts: 22,389 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	I'm on the edge of my seat - my Explorer is almost ready to roll again. The main thing thats left are the brake lines - which are coming from CA - oh and they are ultra bling: kevlar with a stainless steel braid over it, and a green plastic coating - its so bling But other than the brake lines, this is whats left: - mount reservoirs (coolant overflow and washer fluid) - fluids (both differentials, coolant, power steering, brake) - mount gas tank skid plate - bolt up rear driveshaft the front driveshaft still needs to be extended but I'm not too worried about it because I can ramp the vehicle w/o it. __________________ »»»»»...how'd the moon get there, how'd the moon get there?

09-09-2006, 09:18 PM	#264
section525 sextion525 Red Bluff, Ca 1975 Ford Bronco 4x4 Join Date: Feb 2001 Posts: 14,909 Vehicle Specs	Pics, slut. __________________ Support the Forum '13 3.5 Explorer '08 2.0 Focus '75 5.0 Bronco '04 6.0 Super Duty

09-11-2006, 08:36 PM	#266
IZwack Germantown, MD Join Date: Feb 2003 Posts: 22,389 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	So tonight I had a few hours and reconnected the radiator and filled it with coolant. The power steering reservoir was also filled. And a few minutes later, the engine was running again !!! WOOT! I rotated the steering wheel a few degrees just to test out the power steering lines and make sure there were no leaks (the high pressure side was completely redone which included a crappy flare job on the 3/8" tube performed by non other than ME) and the gear moved slightly. I didnt turn it enough to turn the wheels because the steering gear box is missing a bolt to mount it to the chassis -- gotta get that tomorrow So, now I'm just waiting for the bling brake hoses to arrive from somewhere in Cali and it'll be rolling __________________ »»»»»...how'd the moon get there, how'd the moon get there?

09-11-2006, 08:41 PM	#267
section525 sextion525 Red Bluff, Ca 1975 Ford Bronco 4x4 Join Date: Feb 2001 Posts: 14,909 Vehicle Specs	Look killer. __________________ Support the Forum '13 3.5 Explorer '08 2.0 Focus '75 5.0 Bronco '04 6.0 Super Duty

09-11-2006, 11:51 PM	#268
FROADER Moderator Huntington Beach, CA Join Date: Jan 2000 Posts: 20,045 Vehicle Specs	I really like the way your explorer is looking. Keep up the good work! __________________ COLIN IGNACIO FORUM RULES My 2010 Explorer - Explorer #1 (sold) - Explorer #2 (sold) - My F-150 (sold) - My Ranger (sold) - My Videos

09-12-2006, 07:58 AM	#269
IZwack Germantown, MD Join Date: Feb 2003 Posts: 22,389 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	:p __________________ »»»»»...how'd the moon get there, how'd the moon get there?

09-12-2006, 01:21 PM	#270
Spas It's all Jack's fault Freakland, Pa 5 Sploder herd Join Date: Aug 2001 Posts: 5,659 Vehicle Specs	subscribing I say we have an RTi challenge once we're both done, IZ __________________ My machines: Blackjack, Morgan and Bullet. (Plus Frankenstein, Blackjack's b!tch ). Come hang with the cool kids this June!

09-12-2006, 01:28 PM	#271
Turdle Old and in the way Humboldt, Kansas 2000 Mounty Join Date: Jun 2003 Posts: 23,742 Vehicle Specs	Your fabrication work is amazing. Seriously, you have quite a talent I have enjoyed every minute of this, and look forward to the pictures of your progress. __________________ Jon 2000 Mountaineer Turdle-gone Vitamin D Wagon Sold also

09-12-2006, 05:24 PM	#272
sn0border88 Master Apprentice Souderton, PA 1992 XLT Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 4,342 Vehicle Specs	Im thnkin of nabbin your t-case ebrake thingy caus when I go to disks on my 9 I dont think ill go with a caliper than has a built in e-brake. Ill join a RTI contest when I get done too, but I know I cant compete with airshocks __________________ My Photos---Emily Rose---SAS Thread---My Mug 1992 4dr XLT. SAS'ed HPD44/9" 5.13's Locked F/R 36" SX 1999 4.0 5spd sport on 31" BFG Muds

09-13-2006, 01:33 PM	#274
Spas It's all Jack's fault Freakland, Pa 5 Sploder herd Join Date: Aug 2001 Posts: 5,659 Vehicle Specs	Hey Iz, what company did you use for your new brake lines? I'm under the impression that the regular ol' 6" extended stainless I have won't be long enough to cope with my front travel unless I bend the hard line to an extreme angle or somesuch. __________________ My machines: Blackjack, Morgan and Bullet. (Plus Frankenstein, Blackjack's b!tch ). Come hang with the cool kids this June!

09-13-2006, 05:58 PM	#275
sn0border88 Master Apprentice Souderton, PA 1992 XLT Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 4,342 Vehicle Specs	didnt rookie use his 6" lines? __________________ My Photos---Emily Rose---SAS Thread---My Mug 1992 4dr XLT. SAS'ed HPD44/9" 5.13's Locked F/R 36" SX 1999 4.0 5spd sport on 31" BFG Muds

09-13-2006, 08:32 PM	#277
Stic-o Elite Movie Star Tujunga, CA '99 XL 4x4 & '06 XLT 4x2 Join Date: Sep 2002 Posts: 12,427 Vehicle Specs	Good call...I used 36" lines too __________________ The JP Mobile ~'99 Explorer XL The Mall Crawler ~'06 Explorer XLT The Tow Rig ~ '05 F-150 SuperCrew The Commuter ~ '10 Focus SES

09-13-2006, 10:10 PM	#279
section525 sextion525 Red Bluff, Ca 1975 Ford Bronco 4x4 Join Date: Feb 2001 Posts: 14,909 Vehicle Specs	Mine are only 28". I feel short.. and stubby. __________________ Support the Forum '13 3.5 Explorer '08 2.0 Focus '75 5.0 Bronco '04 6.0 Super Duty

09-13-2006, 10:16 PM	#280
IZwack Germantown, MD Join Date: Feb 2003 Posts: 22,389 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	Section525: __________________ »»»»»...how'd the moon get there, how'd the moon get there?