Barack Obama linked 2nd gen. SAS

[IZwack]

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]

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]

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]

Pics, ****.

 

[IZwack]

Pics, ****.

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]

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]

Look killer.

 

[FROADER]

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

 

[IZwack]

 

[Spas]

*subscribing*

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

 

[Turdle]

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]

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]

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

Hehe totally agree My rear leaves suck much tho

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 !!

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

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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]

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]

didnt rookie use his 6" lines?

 

[IZwack]

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]

Good call...I used 36" lines too

 

[IZwack]

Good call...I used 36" lines too

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

 

[section525]

Mine are only 28". I feel short.. and stubby.

 

[IZwack]

Section525: