Suspension Rebuild, New Torsions and 2" Drop[56k beware]

[MilkMan]

All those new parts look sexy!!

[Rev_D21]

Nope, hasn't driven in 3 weeks. I was about to take it off the jack stands last Sunday when the tie rod end castle nut stripped out on me. Now I am just waiting for parts from RockAuto.

[Rev_D21]

The front end is back together and it is off the jack stands! I repeat, IT'S OFF THE JACK STANDS!!!!!!! It is stiff, very stiff. I didn't drive it far because the alignment is so off it's scary. I took a couple minutes the wash all the dust off of it before putting it back in the garage for more fun rebuilding the rear suspension.

Pics!

NOTE: It is still not lowered yet. I will lower the rear then match the front to it.










Now I am off to start rebuilding the rear suspension then it's time to lower this thing and align it. Can't wait!!

[Rev_D21]

The only things left to do it are setting the front ride height and then aligning it. Here's some pics.

[StephenG]

Looking good buddy. Also, I think your spare tire is upside down in there.

[longtooth]

Spare tire is in the same position as mine and I bought mine new.

[Rev_D21]

I don't know if the spare has ever been down on this truck.

[Rev_D21]

Might tweek the front a little more once it settles. It drives smooth, not harsh like some say ES bushings do. No squeaks and it brakes straight. The alignment is very off which is why I have my s*** tires mounted on the front.

[ib4200]

im jealous, hows it handle?

[StephenG]

Might ought to check your headlight allignment, looks like you lost pretty much all of your rake. They might be aiming a bit to high.

[Rev_D21]

I'll take some more pics tomorrow.

[Rev_D21]

Special thanks to:

Autopart International
Poly Performance
Summit Racing
Dorschel Nissan
Sway A Way Suspension Systems
Hellwig Suspension Systems
Moog Suspension
Daystar Bump Stops
Thruway Spring in Rochester NY
Energy Suspension
McMaster Carr for their excellent stainless collection

[RedRaiderFronty]

6 year old post and it hit the nail on the head. Thanks Rev!