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Old 07-28-2009, 12:09 PM   #26
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Re: DO NOT OPEN- Air Ride Technologies inside

And to think... I was just about to ask what tire sizes you were running.

Are you happy with the KDW's?
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Old 07-28-2009, 08:19 PM   #27
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That's the current set up. I have been considering a fresh look. As for the KDW's they are just fine. When I bought them, they were very pricey but it was the only matching tread pattern I could find.

The price has dropped on them over time as well as there are more economical alternatives.

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Old 07-31-2009, 07:22 PM   #29
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Old 08-02-2009, 04:38 PM   #31
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Re: What did you get done 8/02/09 edition

I personally didn't get much done this week besides a lot of research. There are several things I am considering as upgrades on my 77 that needed to be looked in to. Still looking for answers there.

On the other hand my buddies Keith and Roger where a blur of progress on my truck. By mid day on Friday they had the front suspension changed out. They moved so quickly, I didn't get a progress report until the wheels were back on.

What you don't see is the stock A-arms have been replaced with a complete set of ART Strong Arms and an ART heavy duty Musclebar kit.

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Old 08-02-2009, 04:42 PM   #32
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Re: What did you get done 8/02/09 edition

On Saturday they moved to the rear. The bed came off and tear down began. The frame rails were stripped of the leaf spring hangers in preparation for the ART Airbar 4 link system.
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Old 08-02-2009, 04:48 PM   #33
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Re: What did you get done 8/02/09 edition

The front 4 link brackets mounted in the existing holes. The restr of the assembly bolted to the axle. Unfortunately the original C-Notch with boxing plates had to be removed. That required 18 holes to be drilled to install the new C-notch.
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Old 08-02-2009, 04:54 PM   #34
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Re: What did you get done 8/02/09 edition

The existing mounting points for the tank rack were saved. The exhaust system will probably need to be modified. The wrong panhard bar bracket was sent with the kit so the panhard bar couldn't be installed to check for clearance.

While I didn't get a lot done Keith and Roger had a very active weekend. Thanks to my buddies for moving forward. Special thanks to Roger at RPL Customs for making room in his very hectic schedule to take this project on.
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Old 08-04-2009, 04:34 PM   #35
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Re: DO NOT OPEN- Air Ride Technologies inside

Looking good, its great to have buddies like you have in Keith and Roger.

Care to let us in on the other updates your thinking of? Given how the truck has been in the past, anything that you decide will be top notch...
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Any updates Ken?
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Old 08-18-2009, 10:14 AM   #37
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I am going to pick it up on Sunday. I got the latest round of cell phone pics yesterday. They got the correct panhard bar bracket installed. ART had shipped a 10 bolt bracket and my 77 is a 12 bolt. They finished plumbing the airlines, and rerouted the rear brake lines. With the addition of a new pressure switch to replace a flaky one, I should be ready to roll.
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Old 08-18-2009, 10:16 AM   #38
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It's not easy to tell from the pics, but it sits a little lower all around. The front was raised back up with the addition of a custom built bump stop to allow it to roll. The rear is probably just a bit lower than the front, so a taller stop will be added there too.
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The exhaust will need to be modified. I had it running down the drivers side and out the back corner. With the crossbrace, shock, and panhard bar all occupying that space now, it won't clear. I plan to cut and flip the Y-pipe and run down the passenger side.
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Looking good, its great to have buddies like you have in Keith and Roger.Care to let us in on the other updates your thinking of? ....
They are two very talented guys, and I am happy that they like working on my junk.

Like everyone else, I have my wish list. I am considering several options such as new wheels, and bigger brakes. More than anything, I would like to get my bucket seats recovered and installed. I finally located the correct vinyl, so I am one step closer to that happening.
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Re: DO NOT OPEN- Air Ride Technologies inside

Ken, that thing has turned out amazing, and I can definitely tell a difference in the stance of your truck.

Can't wait to see some shots of it back on the prowl... awesome work Roger and Keith!
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Old 08-18-2009, 01:35 PM   #42
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Looks good Ken. That is such a clean truck.
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All done and ready to come home. I am going up Saturday to pick it up...
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Man that thing looks good! And I thought it sat just right before... it looks even better now.

Congrats Ken!
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It doesn't get any better than that, but you're welcome to prove me wrong
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Looks killer Ken, let us know how it rides..
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WOW
color me GREEN with envy!!

So whatcha doing with you old rear parts?
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Install story is finished- LINK
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i love your truck, its just so perfect its un real!

i remember when we did the "buy in" for ART, it was nuts all the pallets of boxes. we spend days goiin through parts and kits.
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very nice write-up Ken. truck looks amazing w/ that extra amount of drop. cant wait for the road test write-up!
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