My DJM flip kit install pics

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Nice write up! I read it 777 times before buying the goodies to do mine. I just finished my DJM flip kit install, along with DJM 3" drop spindles and cut coils. I used the same flip kit that you used, and highly recommend it. I am running 4 new stock-length shocks, and have no problem. The axle will hit the new bump stops before the shocks bottom out, with the shock extenders.
The instructions do say to flip the axle locating bolt, but I did not (out of pure laziness). The spring plates will straddle the other side of the bolt, but won't be positioned perfectly under the axle tube. The two rear u-bolt shafts will have more threads showing than the two fronts, but it isn't going anywhere, and pulled tight with the impact gun.
I used a torch to get the factory bump stops off, and it took less than 2 minutes. I made the same mistake by not putting the one shock extension bolt in before the u-bolts, but the bolt will go in from the other side. The nut will be facing the outside, instead of how the instructions show, and you, and me, put the others in.
My install went fairly smooth, with the exception of two things: both of my pass. side leaf spring bolts would not budge, so I had to maneuver the axle up and over the leaf. This wasn't too easy to do, since I didn't pull the brake line (it was stretched tight). The second problem I had was the shock extenders were too wide on the shock end for the factory shock bolt, supplied shock bolt, and the shock itself. This was fixed with some flat washers and a longer grade 8 bolt.
I have no plans on doing a c-notch, and really don't see the point, unless I decide to use it for towing or hauling heavier things. The PO did install some overload springs, so maybe that helps me, but it does not bottom out going over tracks at normal speeds.
The spindle install was a lot more demanding, thanks to the lower ball joints not wanting to separate. I had to cock the spindle to the side and beat on my pickle fork for some time, before it finally went. I cut 1/2 coil off the factory coils, and it sits just like yours, but I think I will end up going a full coil to get rid of the California rake. I had no problems with rubbing on the lower control arm, but did have to grind on the caliper ears (running stock 15x8 ralleys). Now I just need to get it aligned, so it quits pulling to the right and wandering everywhere.
Well, I just thought I would share my experiences, as well. Thanks again for showing everyone how easy this is to do.