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Old 01-03-2012, 02:29 PM   #11
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Re: My caster mod (with pictures)

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Originally Posted by chevyrestoguy View Post
I really wanted positive engagement between the alignment pins and the cross bars. The factory uses a rivet, and on mine, it was only pinned at the forward position. By replacing the rivets and using the socket head cap screws, I have 100% engagement at the front and aft points. Hey, I've been working in the aircraft industry for the last 30 years, I tend to over-build stuff!
Hey, there is nothing wrong with overbuilding. Especially when you are talking about a vehicle that you more than likely isn't going to be babied. I mean, why else would we modify our trucks for handling and performance if we aren't gonna actually play with them.
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