[ryanroo]

Originally Posted by DeadheadNM

Those handles are a very nice touch Ryan. Look great.

Thanks Pete!

Originally Posted by msgross

do they need to be coated, being raw aluminum?

It probably wouldnt be a bad thing. especially depending on where in the world you may be. here i am less worried, but i may drop them off with a paint guy and have a few layers of clear put on them just to assure they stay fresh.

Originally Posted by jbclassix

glad to hear all is well. what part of SW CO are you in again? We have family close to Dove Creek and have been back and forth a lit since we've been back.

Thanks! We live just east of durango. i would assume you are coming over to junction on i70 and down when you drive?

Originally Posted by Billhilly

Yes we were getting worried... Good to hear things are going well for you both.

Thanks! i was actually just telling Lauren about your truck the other day. she was telling me about opportunities in N.Z. i had to tell her about the other cool old chevy that i knew about. haha. i told her i wasnt sure mine would be accepted for operation on the roads over there...

anyhow, i will proceed with some pics

The diff cover was waiting on tabs last i posted. here is the process for that

4140 insert and a pocketed hole in 6061 for the tab







with the cover welded and all mounted up.



the tie rod clamp