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Originally Posted by BIG KRIS
Ok one more ?Just how much involved is the dropmember?Besides the frame notch what more has to actually be done?Or is it really truly unbolt the stock unit notch and bolt in the dropmember button it all back up and your driving?
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That sure sounds simple.... but it's not quite that easy (although it is pretty straight forward).
It's best to have the drivetrain out of the way whether you Z or do a Dropmember. The c.member itself is a true bolt in deal. The holes that originally were used for the OE c.member locate the DM. They need to be drilled up one size but that's about it.
You'll need to purchase a R&P set-up either from your local auto parts joint or from Summit, Jegs, etc. You'll need the appropriate steering parts (shaft, u-joints, & idler if necessary).
The tranny c.member gets relocated because of the motors now slightly elevated position so it requires some holes to be drilled after determining where it needs to be (each application is different so there's no 'exact' to this step).
The install can be done w/o welding the frame for the notches if you don't have the required gear. It would need to be trailered to your local welder to burn them in.
Most vehicles require swapping from the engine driven cooling fan to electric; some won't (Dino's green truck uses the engine driven fan).
That's about the jist of it. I recommend contacting Nathan & ask him any questions you might have. He's listed many p/n's & info & could help you regardless of your decision.