Chop that top
10-05-2011, 05:11 PM
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Originally Posted by Gorillaxj
I would agree! But a 44 front and a 9 inch rear would be a good combo, or a 60/14ff, or 44/D60, or ect.... This really has to be desided by the OP after decisding a max tire, and I don't mean max tire today... long term. if you think 35's are your max build it to handle 37-38's lol
I like the chop! haven't seen many GC chopped! Since your already coils F+R I would keep it coils/coilover.
I like the chop! haven't seen many GC chopped! Since your already coils F+R I would keep it coils/coilover.
10-05-2011, 05:26 PM
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I like the idea of the 44 front and the 9 inch rear. Yeah I want to keep the coils. Gig much mid is involved or will it fit right up? Probably no bigger than 35" tires. And probably a little of both ramrodding and easy trailing. Ice been doing a lot of research but since this is a WJ my questions are not answered by google. Suggestions would be greatly appreciated guys. Thanks. I'll keep posting as I complete the job. Going to work on it right now.
Yes there is quite a bit of fab involved. No it won't bolt right in! I agree that a 44/9"full width would be an awesome combo!
If in fact you want to do this welding is a must bookmark this http://www.ballisticfabrication.com as that's where all your axle brackets/joints will come from will come from!
Also read a bunch of builds start with Gorillaxj's. Hope this thing turns out sick!
10-05-2011, 08:41 PM
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10-06-2011, 02:10 AM
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If in fact you want to do this welding is a must bookmark this http://www.ballisticfabrication.com as that's where all your axle brackets/joints will come from will come from!
www.ruffstuffspecialties.com is what your looking for.
10-06-2011, 06:58 AM
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Personally I would do the TNT truss. Very easy to set up.. yeah kinda pricey, but it is idiot proof to set up. On the rear I would see if Artec makes one for the 9" I know they make a kick a$$ truss for the 8.8.
The 44/9 is the setup I am running in my xj. As for the 79 bronco axles.. the front isnt the best choice unless you plan on running radias arms. they have the cast wedges which are hollow and dont have tube going all the way through them.
The 44/9 is the setup I am running in my xj. As for the 79 bronco axles.. the front isnt the best choice unless you plan on running radias arms. they have the cast wedges which are hollow and dont have tube going all the way through them.
10-06-2011, 07:35 AM
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Do you hear banjos?
I beg to differ. They have gone down the pooper.
www.ruffstuffspecialties.com is what your looking for.
www.ruffstuffspecialties.com is what your looking for.
10-06-2011, 09:06 AM
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very true on all acounts ballistics shipping/customer service sucks, but there products rock!
on the '78-79 D44 I didnt know that the tubes didnt run threw the cast wedges... what D44 would match the width of the 9" out of those broncos? (was looking to do that swap cause the 9", from what I've been told is only about a half inch off from the XJ leaf mounts.)
on the '78-79 D44 I didnt know that the tubes didnt run threw the cast wedges... what D44 would match the width of the 9" out of those broncos? (was looking to do that swap cause the 9", from what I've been told is only about a half inch off from the XJ leaf mounts.)
10-06-2011, 03:36 PM
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very true on all acounts ballistics shipping/customer service sucks, but there products rock!
on the '78-79 D44 I didnt know that the tubes didnt run threw the cast wedges... what D44 would match the width of the 9" out of those broncos? (was looking to do that swap cause the 9", from what I've been told is only about a half inch off from the XJ leaf mounts.)
on the '78-79 D44 I didnt know that the tubes didnt run threw the cast wedges... what D44 would match the width of the 9" out of those broncos? (was looking to do that swap cause the 9", from what I've been told is only about a half inch off from the XJ leaf mounts.)
I had issue with Ballistics CS in 06 and have never used them again. I ordered parts from Ruffstuff last yr... took 3 weeks before I cancelled the order, parts were at the machinists that long. SO I dont use them anymore either.
I like Barnes4WD.COM, He is on the same side of the country as I am, and eveytime I have ordered I have had the parts in 48hrs.
As for the front axle. The 78-79 f150/bronco axles have the cast wedges. You want either a pre 77 axle, or a f250 set of axles. You can always use the 78-79 axle just make sure to weld the cast to the tubes, and truss the axle.
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10-07-2011, 10:08 PM
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RIGHT! I thought of that Subi when I saw that rear chopped. Axles and tires please so I can tell them apart. 
10-08-2011, 09:35 AM
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HAHAHA! Funny Guy! LOL! Actually I was thinking more in the lines of the old Brat. Maybe put a couple of seats facing backwards in the back. LOL! Na, Wait till it's done, it'll be tight. I may even take ya for a ride. LOL! Just kidding. I agree with the look BUT it'll be different. Oh yeah.
10-08-2011, 09:39 AM
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Axles and tires are listed in the project. Wheels a tires are actually stacked and set asside for this. Soft 8s and 33". Stay tuned for more pics and updates. Keep the popcorn available.