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Big J · 01-12-2009, 04:13 PM

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Originally Posted by vtblazer

When I had the U-bolts made up, I asked em to add an inch in total, just incase I run a thicker spring pack.
Problem is, I'm not sure they threaded them low enough.

Tie Rod color...? Guess I had that one coming didn't I?

I noticed that, hopefully you can make it work and not have to buy new ones. As for the color I was serious but now that ya mention it, thats pretty funny... How about purple.

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vtblazer · 01-12-2009, 07:36 PM

When I spoke to Ballistic on Fri and they told me the parts still hadn't shipped, I asked them if they'd ship em out 2nd day air for me since they were so late and he said okay.

Well he did what he said, they arrived today.

Turns out the TR ends on my cross over are larger, might be able to get the one end machined out hopefully.

Also turns out that the factory TR has the correct ends, so if I can get enough adjustment out of it, I can use it and I get my high steer too.

RED72blazer · 01-12-2009, 07:58 PM

I'm assuming that the new drag link connects to the box and the old one is connecting the knuckles. Other than the obvious, the draglink is no longer hanging out front and subject to damage.. Is the way you are doing your steering make the truck drive better?

vtblazer · 01-12-2009, 08:51 PM

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Originally Posted by RED72blazer

I'm assuming that the new drag link connects to the box and the old one is connecting the knuckles. Other than the obvious, the draglink is no longer hanging out front and subject to damage.. Is the way you are doing your steering make the truck drive better?

Correct, The newer looking rod/bar (drag link) goes from a 2wd steering box and crosses over to the passenger side knuckle which now has a steering arm.

The cross over set up is what will make it drive better, the high steer is a side benefit.

RED72blazer · 01-13-2009, 12:26 AM

would I see much of a benefit with crossover and 33 inch tires?

vtblazer · 01-13-2009, 06:34 AM

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Originally Posted by RED72blazer

would I see much of a benefit with crossover and 33 inch tires?

No.

Cross over is only really appicable when you get into bigger tires (36+) or around 6"s or more of lift.
(mainly the lift issue)

Are you running a D60?

hgs_notes · 01-13-2009, 10:37 AM

Does cross-over steering improve turning radius at all? Are there other tricks used to improve turning radius?

RED72blazer · 01-13-2009, 03:31 PM

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Originally Posted by vtblazer

No.

Cross over is only really appicable when you get into bigger tires (36+) or around 6"s or more of lift.
(mainly the lift issue)

Are you running a D60?

No, D60 here. i'm 5'8 and my lady is 5'2 on a good day. so My truck won't ever get bigger than 33 and I only do light logging road wheeling. So I will be sticking with the dana 44. I was just curious if it would help my truck handle a little better.

vtblazer · 01-16-2009, 07:18 AM

Axle is done and it's at least a roller again.

It's currently having to share the space, those 37's don't seem to look so big anymore...

The interesting part is, how can one blazer with 37's & 2.5" springs, sit just as high as one with 42's & 6"s of lift?

Chevyman63 · 01-16-2009, 07:23 AM

Cool pics! Wish I had two of 'em.

What am I talking about...I can't find the time to work on one.

**jaros44sr** · 01-16-2009, 07:28 AM

That could be the question of the day, actually the orange one sits 1"-2" higher from the first pic

vtblazer · 01-16-2009, 07:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Chevyman63

Cool pics! Wish I had two of 'em.

What am I talking about...I can't find the time to work on one.

Give it time, you'll get there.

Two is a lot, this could change in the coming months.

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Originally Posted by jaros44sr

That could be the question of the day, actually the orange one sits 1"-2" higher from the first pic

Initially the tires on the blue blazer were pretty 'aired down' lets say but even when I pumped em back up, there's not a whole lot of difference between the two as far as sitting static.

**jaros44sr** · 01-16-2009, 07:59 AM

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Originally Posted by vtblazer

Give it time, you'll get there.

Two is a lot, this could change in the coming months.

Initially the tires on the blue blazer were pretty 'aired down' lets say but even when I pumped em back up, there's not a whole lot of difference between the two as far as sitting static.

extra wt. and sagging springs on the blue one??

vtblazer · 01-16-2009, 09:03 AM

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Originally Posted by jaros44sr

extra wt. and sagging springs on the blue one??

Potentially, all the above I guess.

Bentblazer · 01-16-2009, 09:13 AM

Neat way to fill up a shop

vtblazer · 01-16-2009, 09:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Bentblazer

Neat way to fill up a shop

*Full* - ya got that right!

Less than 2ft all around, that's all the walking room that's left.

**jaros44sr** · 01-16-2009, 09:56 AM

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Originally Posted by vtblazer

*Full* - ya got that right!

Less than 2ft all around, that's all the walking room that's left.

Now your down to my level

, but way cool to have them in YOUR shop. Maybe time to reorganize, relocate workbench to basement?

Burt4x4 · 01-16-2009, 09:59 AM

DeeeeLishous

4bynut · 01-16-2009, 11:21 AM

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Originally Posted by vtblazer

Axle is done and it's at least a roller again.

It's currently having to share the space, those 37's don't seem to look so big anymore...

The interesting part is, how can one blazer with 37's & 2.5" springs, sit just as high as one with 42's & 6"s of lift?

Is 2.5" the exact lift on the front of the red one? You have a shackle lift on the rear which should be 4" or more and it looks to be sitting level. Just curious.

BTW. They look good in there together. I'm glad the ballistic arm showed up finally. The H2 rims look good to. I always like the way they look on the older trucks.

Jason

Big J · 01-16-2009, 05:27 PM

I think its time to add on to your garage

. Maybe a "lean to" to park under.

and what does this mean? "Two is a lot, this could change in the coming months." Sellin' the fun truck?

vtblazer · 01-16-2009, 06:17 PM

Like anybody would buy it!

Big J · 01-16-2009, 07:21 PM

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Originally Posted by vtblazer

Like anybody would buy it!

You kiddin'. I'd be honored to own it. I'd have a ball around here with one built like that. But I'm broke so no I couldn't buy it

. Donations however are always welcome.

*FormerMember* · 01-16-2009, 08:21 PM

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Originally Posted by vtblazer

Like anybody would buy it!

Remember, per our agreement, you give me first shot at getting it back.

Hopefully, if that happens, cash is a little more readily on hand!

vtblazer · 01-16-2009, 09:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Big J

and what does this mean? "Two is a lot, this could change in the coming months." Sellin' the fun truck?

It'd be a tough choice but if the one I'm building now turns out as planned, ya never know.

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Originally Posted by grendel

Remember, per our agreement, you give me first shot at getting it back.

You'll be the first to know, as per our agreement.

You want it before or after the taper job?

*FormerMember* · 01-17-2009, 09:04 AM

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Originally Posted by vtblazer

It'd be a tough choice but if the one I'm building now turns out as planned, ya never know.

You'll be the first to know, as per our agreement.

You want it before or after the taper job?

Hmn, not sure. Certainly not ready now!

01-12-2009, 07:36 PM	#477
vtblazer Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Central Vermont Posts: 8,537	Re: Building a Blazer - vtblazer's Way When I spoke to Ballistic on Fri and they told me the parts still hadn't shipped, I asked them if they'd ship em out 2nd day air for me since they were so late and he said okay. Well he did what he said, they arrived today. Turns out the TR ends on my cross over are larger, might be able to get the one end machined out hopefully. Also turns out that the factory TR has the correct ends, so if I can get enough adjustment out of it, I can use it and I get my high steer too. Attached Images

01-12-2009, 07:58 PM	#478
RED72blazer urban fourwheelin Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Seattle Posts: 1,007	Re: Building a Blazer - vtblazer's Way I'm assuming that the new drag link connects to the box and the old one is connecting the knuckles. Other than the obvious, the draglink is no longer hanging out front and subject to damage.. Is the way you are doing your steering make the truck drive better? __________________ 1972 K5 Blazer with Cummins 4BT, NV4500 swap in the parts gathering stage.

01-13-2009, 12:26 AM	#480
RED72blazer urban fourwheelin Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Seattle Posts: 1,007	Re: Building a Blazer - vtblazer's Way would I see much of a benefit with crossover and 33 inch tires? __________________ 1972 K5 Blazer with Cummins 4BT, NV4500 swap in the parts gathering stage.

01-13-2009, 10:37 AM	#482
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01-16-2009, 07:18 AM	#484
vtblazer Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Central Vermont Posts: 8,537	Re: Building a Blazer - vtblazer's Way Axle is done and it's at least a roller again. It's currently having to share the space, those 37's don't seem to look so big anymore... The interesting part is, how can one blazer with 37's & 2.5" springs, sit just as high as one with 42's & 6"s of lift? Attached Images

01-16-2009, 07:23 AM	#485
Chevyman63 Can't wait to retire!! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Corunna, MI Posts: 1,575	Re: Building a Blazer - vtblazer's Way Cool pics! Wish I had two of 'em. What am I talking about...I can't find the time to work on one. __________________ 2009 4x4 Chevy Crew Cab 6.0 1989 4x4 Siverado (270,000 miles) 1972 4x4 Blazer 2007 Chevy Cutaway 1 ton 1970 Corvette (sons project) RIP - CLR 10/11/09

01-16-2009, 07:28 AM	#486
jaros44sr Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Philadelphia, Pa. 19454 Posts: 9,761	Re: Building a Blazer - vtblazer's Way That could be the question of the day, actually the orange one sits 1"-2" higher from the first pic __________________ Semper Fi...Uncle Sam, you da man All parts offered to help are free, unless otherwise noted Dont try this stuff in my build thread, unless you have 55 years of mechanical OTJ training SAFETY FIRST AS usual, off topic They say your mind goes second, can't remember the first Jim

01-16-2009, 09:13 AM	#490
Bentblazer Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Rolla Mo. Posts: 667	Re: Building a Blazer - vtblazer's Way Neat way to fill up a shop __________________ "85" Monte Carlo SS "71" K5 (SOLD) "64" Chevelle 1930 Chevy two door rat

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01-16-2009, 05:27 PM	#495
Big J Its lookin' like a Blazer! Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Gods Country, KY Posts: 1,772	Re: Building a Blazer - vtblazer's Way I think its time to add on to your garage. Maybe a "lean to" to park under. and what does this mean? "Two is a lot, this could change in the coming months." Sellin' the fun truck? __________________ BAZINGA! My Build

01-16-2009, 06:17 PM	#496
vtblazer Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Central Vermont Posts: 8,537	Re: Building a Blazer - vtblazer's Way Like anybody would buy it! Last edited by vtblazer; 01-16-2009 at 06:17 PM.



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