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Rusbuilt 10-24-2013 06:43 AM

Re: She's a ton of fun (dually build on air)
 
Hey guys sorry I haven't posted any progress pics. I have got some work done, I mocked up the rear end and tacked it in place but I have an issue. When I raise the rear end up in the notch (aired out) the rear end is forward in the notch. The 4 link kit for the 67-72 trucks requires the 4 link bars to be 23.5" center of bolt hole to center of bolt hole and I know I have the notches located right. I'm just not sure what the issue is or if its an issue at all. I have a call in to PB so I'll see what they say. I guess I could mock up a bed side and see if the wheel is centered. Any thoughts guys?

http://i1296.photobucket.com/albums/...ps3e653baa.jpg http://i1296.photobucket.com/albums/...ps92e53e27.jpg

And here are some pics with the rear end raised up in the notch. http://i1296.photobucket.com/albums/...ps62ef00c3.jpg http://i1296.photobucket.com/albums/...psca4a514a.jpg http://i1296.photobucket.com/albums/...psd7059238.jpg

emilio impala 10-24-2013 07:05 AM

Re: She's a ton of fun (dually build on air)
 
Excelente trabajo!

Excelent work!

Bennett68C10 10-24-2013 08:17 AM

Re: She's a ton of fun (dually build on air)
 
Nice progress Rus, hopefully it doesn't take to much to get the rear end issue resolved

Rusbuilt 10-24-2013 09:17 AM

Re: She's a ton of fun (dually build on air)
 
Thanks guys. I don't think it will take much.

JRANGER 10-24-2013 09:26 AM

Re: She's a ton of fun (dually build on air)
 
Great work man! Let me know if you need an extra hand...You know I am always willing to at least hold the flash light for ya lol

5150 10-24-2013 09:45 AM

Re: She's a ton of fun (dually build on air)
 
Is it possible the requirements are different for a dually rear?

Rusbuilt 10-24-2013 09:59 AM

Re: She's a ton of fun (dually build on air)
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by JRANGER (Post 6330710)
Great work man! Let me know if you need an extra hand...You know I am always willing to at least hold the flash light for ya lol

Thanks Jeff
Quote:

Originally Posted by 5150 (Post 6330737)
Is it possible the requirements are different for a dually rear?

Thats what I'm trying to figure out. The axle tube has a 4" diameter and I know they compensated for that because Dave asked me when I placed my order. I'm pretty confident my measurements are correct as far as notch placement goes. I think the best thing for me to do at this point is mock up a bedside and see where the center line lies with the rear sitting in the notch.

knomadd 10-24-2013 12:05 PM

Re: She's a ton of fun (dually build on air)
 
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Originally Posted by Rusbuilt (Post 6330760)
I think the best thing for me to do at this point is mock up a bedside and see where the center line lies with the rear sitting in the notch.

I agree with this. If it's centered in the wheel wells, I don't think it would matter, but I'm not anywhere near as familiar with this kind of stuff as you are. Good luck. I hope it's nothing.

Rusbuilt 10-24-2013 12:13 PM

Re: She's a ton of fun (dually build on air)
 
Thanks friend

thelonerife 10-24-2013 10:01 PM

Re: She's a ton of fun (dually build on air)
 
It looks good even -if- it is off a little.

sduckworth13 10-25-2013 12:07 AM

Re: She's a ton of fun (dually build on air)
 
Hey Rus, nice progress you are making. Curious if both of the rear of the notches are equal distance to the rear of the frame? I can only imagine how much work you did to get that in there, hope you get it fixed. It's probably pretty common issue with a easy fix, good luck.

belowme51 10-25-2013 06:44 AM

Re: She's a ton of fun (dually build on air)
 
with the axle all the way up in the notch are you able to un-bolt the links and adjust them to put the axle where you want?

Rusbuilt 10-25-2013 07:07 AM

Re: She's a ton of fun (dually build on air)
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by thelonerife (Post 6331677)
It looks good even -if- it is off a little.

Thanks Chuck!
Quote:

Originally Posted by sduckworth13 (Post 6331834)
Hey Rus, nice progress you are making. Curious if both of the rear of the notches are equal distance to the rear of the frame? I can only imagine how much work you did to get that in there, hope you get it fixed. It's probably pretty common issue with a easy fix, good luck.

I've double and triple checked all the measurements on the notches and they are the same and correct with the PB installation instructions.
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Originally Posted by belowme51 (Post 6331956)
with the axle all the way up in the notch are you able to un-bolt the links and adjust them to put the axle where you want?

I can adjust the length of the bars but right now they are set to the correct length that PB specs for the 67-72 trucks. I'm gonna mock up a bedside and see where the center line lies. I think that will answer my questions.

cubber 10-30-2013 01:23 AM

Re: She's a ton of fun (dually build on air)
 
Any luck?

Rusbuilt 10-30-2013 07:24 AM

Re: She's a ton of fun (dually build on air)
 
Not yet sir but I'm working on it!

mikeleeshields 10-30-2013 08:03 AM

Re: She's a ton of fun (dually build on air)
 
Great work. I almost wish I would have went with the 4 link setup rather than the ladder bar because I like the way it looks better.

shearjs 10-30-2013 01:51 PM

Re: She's a ton of fun (dually build on air)
 
Looking good Rus. You'll get it figured out. I'd still like to stop by your shop some time when you're around, if nothing more than to say what's up, and check this dually out. Keep up the good work bud.

Rusbuilt 10-30-2013 07:43 PM

Re: She's a ton of fun (dually build on air)
 
Thanks guys! Jason give me a call and come by anytime! I should be there all day Friday!

Rusbuilt 11-13-2013 06:47 PM

Re: She's a ton of fun (dually build on air)
 
Small update I talked with Dave and Nate about my issue and its all in the bar adjustment so no worries there! And... My 50th Anniversary truck is for sale on Ebay.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/321248830502...84.m1555.l2649

jkeating1 11-14-2013 09:30 AM

Re: She's a ton of fun (dually build on air)
 
Great news!

5150 11-14-2013 11:03 AM

Re: She's a ton of fun (dually build on air)
 
Are you going to have this done by April?

Rusbuilt 11-14-2013 07:49 PM

Re: She's a ton of fun (dually build on air)
 
I hope so! We will see.

sduckworth13 12-06-2013 03:35 PM

Re: She's a ton of fun (dually build on air)
 
Rus, so glad you didn't have to tear anything apart on your frame that's great to hear. Did you sell your 50th Anniversary truck yet, those wheels on it look cool.

Rusbuilt 12-06-2013 04:15 PM

Re: She's a ton of fun (dually build on air)
 
No the 50th truck is still for sale. I had a lot of interest but no one pulled the trigger. It's ok I sure enjoy driving it. I'll drove it till it sells! Lol I should have some updates on Darcy next week.

Bhelton 12-06-2013 04:17 PM

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Niiiiice!


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