The Blue Goose

[Hubscrub]

Originally Posted by oldblue1968chevy

LOL I read that for a sec (First sentence) And was like wuhhh...

Hmmm....

So ya think $1500 would be a good estimate? What kinda mpgs ya gettin, or have you calculated it?

Wheres the 'local guy' and is he 'pretty good' And did you have to buy a core?

Id still have to get a new rad. and column etc etc...Ugh, Maybe I'll stay 3spd awhile longer..

yea that would be good i would say don't know about mpg because my speedo don't work and the miles never move ha, he has a place in park city called tucker automotive, he has rebuilt some others for me too, no i just whent in a bought it from him he just happend to have one rebuilt. You should have no problem finding one in a junkyard or something i would say

[oldblue1968chevy]

So ya think I'd be $ ahead to have a core handy..

Where is 'park city' LOL

[Hubscrub]

i don't know about the core but park city is between fayetteville and the alabama line. there is usually several on craigslist for reasonable prices i just happend to find that one he just had

take alook at this site i have heard many good things about them i plan on ordering some stuff from them http://www.bowtieoverdrives.com/index.shtml

[oldblue1968chevy]

Gotcha! Hey nate, how DID you come up with hubscrub LOL

thanks on the link, will chck it out

[Hubscrub]

the gas station right up the road here has a auto car wash and it has a "Hubscrub" for you wheels

[oldblue1968chevy]

Dang....Your a wild man lol

[oldblue1968chevy]

Been awhile guys!

Been busy with other projects I picked up another ATV awhile back

Bought for $200 with locked up trans and in need of a tuneup and some work

Put a lil $ into it and sold it today for $1000 filled up the truck, took the lil lady to eat and put the rest in the bank!

Here are some pictures

[oldblue1968chevy]

Filled the truck up..Isnt the behind the seat tank supposed to only hold 16 gallons! lol

Scrapyard pictures of trucks.

I think I MAY cut my front springs tomorow to level my truck out.

I got some u bolts from VA72c10 awhile back, There is about 1" to 1.5" of thread sticking out PAST the nut. Does this mean I can make a block that thick? Where could I get the holes drilled at? I dont have a drill bit that big and they are very expensive. I asked the local machine shop they said they didnt have one that big either (If I remember right, I will call morrow).

Thanks! Gonna try to pick up some other misc things. In the meantime, Im looking for another fourwheeler project!

[VA72C10]

nice work flipping the ATV. On the spacer blocks there are companies that sell 1/4" spacers pre-drilled you stack to your desired height (try race car supply places)...or buy 1" or 1.5" pre-drilled...probably cheaper or as cheap as getting someone to drill it or buying a bit that large...check out POL and their 15% off sale...

[oldblue1968chevy]

K thanks VA

I think your U bolts are long enough for maybe a 1" block im about to go measure..

[oldblue1968chevy]

What is POL lol sorry..

[oldblue1968chevy]

I have 1.5" from Nut to bottom of U bolt threads

So I think I can squeeze a 1" block under there..

now where to get the holes drilled in a 1" piece of thick wall square tubing..

[lolife99]

Originally Posted by oldblue1968chevy

What is POL lol sorry..

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=432238

[lolife99]

Originally Posted by oldblue1968chevy

I have 1.5" from Nut to bottom of U bolt threads

So I think I can squeeze a 1" block under there..

now where to get the holes drilled in a 1" piece of thick wall square tubing..

Your tubing really needs to be 2" wide.
So find 2 pieces of 1"x2" tube or solid stock 7" long.

Just curious why you want to lower the rear more,... when the front is too high already?
Plus,... when you cut those front springs, you will need to get the front re-aligned.

[oldblue1968chevy]

I know, I will try to get an alignment saturday or friday (if they are open)

I bought $500 worth of tires, I *THINK* they said I get a free alignment? i cant remember.

I got the bjs apart now, getting ready to cut the springs, trying to determine the best way..

I almost wanna cut em 1/2 coil and try to talk my bud out of some drop spindles hes had forever lol, but I dont think hes gonna budge!

3" front drop and 4" rear (jeep springs) would look great!

(I was thinkin bout putting a block in the rear and finding some used lowering springs I occasionally haul 400-500 lbs but still want the low stance).

Thanks for the advise lowlife!!! I was talking to someone too, a 3/4" hole in 1" metal isnt gonna leave alot of strength I would guess...

2X1" solid or thick wall square tubing?

Ps, I just have jeep springs in the rear, I meant to get a tierod adjuster (aftermarket like the picture) and make an adj. trac bar and make some homeade shock adjusters) will I need to do this before the alignment???

Thanks! I got pics but will post when Im done!

[lolife99]

Your u-bolts should be 3/4" diameter.
I always drill my lowering blocks with a 7/8" bit.
(A little clearance will help with the install)

It's just me,... but I would get all your suspension work done, before your align the front end.
Even installing drop spindles will require an alignment.
(the toe will be way off)

[lolife99]

I agree with ditching the Jeep springs.
I think you'll be happy with drop springs or even rear air bags on schrader valves.

[oldblue1968chevy]

So ya think Id be ok with:

Cutting front springs, making an adjustable track bar

And waiting on the shock relocators? (Would they afffect geometry of an alignment?)

Whats best way to cut the springs (Have access to torch but would that get the rest of the spring too hot?)

Could I cut the lowering block holes out with a plasma btw?

[lolife99]

Originally Posted by oldblue1968chevy

So ya think Id be ok with:

Cutting front springs, making an adjustable track bar

And waiting on the shock relocators? (Would they afffect geometry of an alignment?)

Whats best way to cut the springs (Have access to torch but would that get the rest of the spring too hot?)

Could I cut the lowering block holes out with a plasma btw?

So ya think Id be ok with
Cutting front springs, making an adjustable track bar.
Yes.

And waiting on the shock relocators? (Would they afffect geometry of an alignment?)
The shock relocators will help "stand up" the rear shocks, so they will work, and not just pivot on the two mounting bolts.
Most rear shock relocators work with shorter drop shocks also.

Whats best way to cut the springs (Have access to torch but would that get the rest of the spring too hot?)
They use to always cut springs with a torch. Usually with the spring partially submersed in a metal bucket of water, to help keep it cool.
I would use a grinder with a cut-off wheel.

Could I cut the lowering block holes out with a plasma btw?[/QUOTE]
I would drill them.
If I had some 1x2 material,... I'd make you a set.

Are your springs new, used, or torched?

I use the formula:
1/2 coil = 1" of drop.

Cut carefully. Not too much at once.
Then you will need shorter shocks (only with a 2" or 3" drop spring,... in my opinion)

[lolife99]

The picture of the Edelbrock tie rod adjuster sleeve installed in the panhard bar is a great idea.
One catch.
Those are threaded with RH threads on one side, and LH threads on the other side.
Do you have a way to turn the shaft size down or thread the rod?
I would say those pieces were threaded on a lathe.
You could always weld the LH thread side, and just a thread die the RH thread side,... but you still have to turn them down to the correct diameter.
(5/8" or 11/16" depending on which sleeve you buy)

Also,... if you plan on installing drop spindles,... I would wait on cutting your springs.

[oldblue1968chevy]

Ok, my buddy didnt wanna sell his dropped spindles and I dont NEED to buy extra things for the truck right now, So I went ahead and cut my coils. I just got it together and it looks alot better, leveled out! Going to try to schedule an appointment for an alignment friday and hopefully get the truck in there saturday! (Gonna *try* to make a adj. trac bar so I can centerup my rear axle! on frideay)

How can I make a bar to center my rearend? (already have extra stock bar to play with)

I dont have any machining tools. Maybe take it somewere? But Im wondering by the time I make one I could buy one for almost the same cost lol

[lolife99]

Originally Posted by oldblue1968chevy

make a adj. trac bar so I can centerup my rear axle! on friday)

How can I make a bar to center my rearend? (already have extra stock bar to play with)

I dont have any machining tools. Maybe take it somewere? But Im wondering by the time I make one I could buy one for almost the same cost lol

I think you are on to something.
PerformanceOnLine part # ATB6572 adjustable bar is $59.99 with an extra 15% off this friday.
CPP sells them,... and so does ECE.
Most have Polyurethane bushings also.
Just saying,...

[oldblue1968chevy]

1 Full coil was cut

During the process picture

[Hubscrub]

well were is the after pic

[oldblue1968chevy]

Ahh darn you hub lol I was about to hit the shower and get a bite lol

I'll take some in about 30 minutes lol they wont be that good cause it'll be dark out..but its alot leveler than it was I like it! you need some jeep springs/cut your fronts lol