Betty's "I want to be a mule" progress log thread

[Turdle]

Aw fudge. I knew I was forgetting something but was just reminded.
I need limiting straps.

So, I need recommendations where to acquire them, and , installed pictures if anyone has em so I can sort out a mounting spot and measure for length.

4 ply?

 

[Turdle]

Pics of upsetting cv axle angle and control arm to coil clearance that'll make ya chew your fingernails off

or at least it will chip your powdercoat. See why I said fudge? ( kinda didn't sound like fudge)

 

[Rick]

Here is a link to suspension travel limiters on Summit's site.

Suspension Travel Limiters - Free Shipping on Orders Over $109 at Summit Racing

Find Suspension Travel Limiters and get Free Shipping on Orders Over $109 at Summit Racing!

www.summitracing.com

 

[gmanpaint]

12" quad wrapped with grade 8 ends. Lots of good ones out there to choose from.

Can weld a set of strap mounts to the frame and lca.

Those upper adjustable strap links work well, but have to weld the mount higher, or use 10" straps.

Will post a link later when I can. Currently sitting around a campfire.

 

[410Fortune]

the TTX stuff is pretty decent, not holding up as great as I had hoped but still holding up better then most of the aftermarket junk

My wifes FJ cruiser the stock UCA was hitting her Fox coilover coil too....I clearanced them with a grinder until I could get aftermarket UCA with more extension to them

What is hitting? the shiny metal part of the UBJ?

 

[Turdle]

@410Fortune Yup, its the big silver part that looks like a washer--spacer. You must have been reading my mind about the grinder because I was like " hmm, what if I just flip that control arm up and accidentally bump a grinder into it." hmmm

I do not see how removing the needed material would cause a problem so thanks for the permission.

@gmanpaint thanks for the tips. So, it is ok to just bolt a strap tab down and call it good?

Web ends, can be pruchased. I have a lot of black 12000 lb strapping. Wife has a few singers. DIY straps?

 

[Turdle]

ok wow. I can get tie dye limit straps here

Limit Straps

Strapworks' Limit Straps for off road vehicles, made from our toughest material, with the highest quality construction.

www.strapworks.com

 

[Rick]

ok wow. I can get tie dye limit straps here

Limit Straps

Strapworks' Limit Straps for off road vehicles, made from our toughest material, with the highest quality construction.

www.strapworks.com

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Well far out man

 

[Turdle]

Thoughts about reboring this lower shock mount hole to 1/2", and mounting lower limit strap tab there following green line up to adjustable clevis-weld on tube mounted to frame in the general area of green line ending spot?

 

[410Fortune]

looks like good a spot as any
here is a good read about installing straps

How to Properly Install IFS Limit Straps

Protecting your expensive independent front suspension parts has never been easier.

www.drivingline.com

 

[traveler]

Thats a very informative read. I've been wanting/needing a set of limiting straps for a while. I liked the clevis idea for adjusting the straps.

 

[Turdle]

Well, long time no see. Had to order some stuffs and wouldn't ya know it --- limit straps are not being shipped until mid september. lucky I found some on ebay.
Other stuff was slow getting here.

Now that I have these things in hand I have some pictures and questions.

question 1.
How do you get these bushings to go inside the spacer washers? Is this a press as you tighten in fit?

And second question.
How does this placement look?

Bottom shock bracket to side of control arm bolt was enlarged to 7/16 for this. @RockRanger

 

[Turdle]

So the thick spacer washer ( included in straps package) is less than 9/16" but greater than 1/2" center bore. .520 or so. does not make sense because hardware in bushing kits is 7/16 bolt for both ends of strap. bushings have 9/16 outer. The thick spacer washers would need to have a 9/16" center bore to work. dubble yew tee F?

According to the "how to fit limit straps" link above 8" strap length was the sweet spot for the toyota, so I said " heck yeh it's the same here" . Looks kinda tight for up travel so I guess I gotta just remove the coils, tack the adjuster tube thingys there, and cycle the suspension to see if there is enough room for up travel before the strap eyes crash onto each other. Good times.

 

[Turdle]

Ok. Ever notice how getting older means more stuff happening and the ability to deal with them slows down? Me too.

Lots of things getting in the way of priorities but we're back. going to let these stretch overnight because man I am just done.

 

[gmanpaint]

How long are those straps?

 

[Turdle]

How long are those straps?

8"

 

[410Fortune]

You are doing great

 

[Turdle]

Ok, wow.
With the truck sitting level now, it looks lifted in front almost enough to fit 35" tires. 33" will fit for sure. I'll have pictures tomorrow after a hopeful alignment.

There are 7 shock threads showing above lock ring on driver side, 6 showing on passenger side. About an inch of pre load give or take is ll it took to get it up in front. wowzers
Before was 10.75" to center of lower control arm bolt. Now it's 12.5" without getting greedy.

 

[gmanpaint]

Those coils will settle. Take it for a spin around the block. Swerve side to side, hit the brakes hard a few times, punch the throttle, etc...

Then remeasure, adjust height as needed. Best to do this before the alignment.

 

[ahodges]

It looks great Jon!