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Old 08-31-2019, 04:54 PM   #99
SkinnyG
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Re: SkinnyG's '61 Apache

Test fit of the cab on the "finished" chassis. This is ride height (bottom of crossmember 5" off the ground), and about as low as I can go and still steer.





The tire hits the fender, but that fender is actually pushed in, so it might just clear once I fix the fender.





And, assuming I go air ride, this is sitting on the bumpstops (un-trimmed ES9.9101). Control arms are about 1" off the ground.



I'm very pleased with how the control arm modifications, spindle adaptations, and Jeep wheels all worked out. Modern rims, modern geometry, good clearance, low ride height, yeah!
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