How tall are your lift blocks?

[JonMolander]

Getting ready to build my A2 bobber over turkey day weekend. I have almost everything I need. Still need to purchase some hardware including u-bolts, some steel stock for lift blocks, and bolts for my MRAP wheel adapters.

So how much height do I need between the M105 springs and my rear axle to match the front? Subsequently, what length u-bolts should will I need and who has them? Thanks.

 

[Jeepsinker]

Omg... another truck is getting hacked up??? Where will it end???

 

[JonMolander]

And this is why I dread posting to SS.

Wrong forum. Go here. -> http://www.steelsoldiers.com/forumdisplay.php?20-The-Deuce

 

[gimpyrobb]

I'm sure it was a joke, his truck is modified too, just differently. I haven't bobbed any deuces so I don't have a good answer for you. If memory serves, some bolted/welded the m105 frame to the bottom of the deuce frame. That should give you some idear of what gap you'll have to make up.

 

[JonMolander]

Thanks, gimpy. I heard someone else mention this tonight and wasn't sure what they meant. I was just planning on drilling new holes for the 105 spring hangers. So what you're saying is others cut the whole section of 105 frame that the springs are mounted to and just stick it right up under the deuce frame? Hadn't thought of that.

Jerry was mentioning you on Sunday when he got back to Dayton in his 932. Guess you guys had a good time down at the Vet parade.

 

[gimpyrobb]

Yes, though it is controversial. I can't say which way I would go if I were to do it. Please post what you end up doing, I have often thought of doing a "bobber" just never have the time or money.

He was probably laughing at me since I was running of 5ish cyls. My #5 injector line is leaking enough to not always fire that injector. I have some parts that I picked up at the Ga rally and will be putting those on with a new set of injector lines soon.

 

[JonMolander]

Good luck to ya.

Jerry was showing me his fuel rail mod in his 932. Looked pretty slick. He was buttoning that up saturday night to make sure it was ready for the trip to Cincy sunday. Guess he was happy with the results.

 

[gimpyrobb]

Yup, he told me it has a crisp acceleration compared to when it was stock.

 

[Jeepsinker]

I'm sorry Joe. Not trying to bust your balls too bad. I just still hate to see a nice deuce get chopped down. They have such awesome capability with all six tires, and I know a bobber is easier to handle and park, and everyone has their own likes and dislikes and all that.

 

[4XDesign]

I believe it is 4". Steve6x6x6 used them on his A3. He spaced the hangers if memory serves. He did not use blocks. Basically you can measure from the grease fitting to the bottom of the frame. Using your front spring hangers as a refrence. If you want to trow all of the stock rear suspension away I'm in I like that stuff!

 

[Warthog]

Fellow member mikew created this website that has some good "How To's"

www.xm381.com

 

[JonMolander]

I'm sorry Joe. Not trying to bust your balls too bad. I just still hate to see a nice deuce get chopped down. They have such awesome capability with all six tires, and I know a bobber is easier to handle and park, and everyone has their own likes and dislikes and all that.

I hear ya. I love both. I also have a stock 1970 that I'm restoring to Vietnam vintage. It will be a tribute truck for parades and shows. I understand there are die hard fans on both sides of this hobby. You'd probably really like my resto. My mom painted my tailgate by hand for me. Check this out!

 

[JonMolander]

If you want to trow all of the stock rear suspension away I'm in I like that stuff!

I plan to keep the deleted axle, but I have no plans for the tandem suspension components. It will be sitting on my brother's farm in Indiana...

 

[JonMolander]

Fellow member mikew created this website that has some good "How To's"

www.xm381.com

This has been an outstanding source. I've read every detail of this site over the last year in preparation for this build, but I only saw a photo of the lift block material stock and the u-bolts. I don't think he talked about what sizes they were. And I'm sure it varies a little depending on what you want to do with each truck.

But yeah, thanks for sharing. This site should be well known for anyone looking to do a bob job. I'd also recommend the works of Hanksdeuce.

 

[JonMolander]

I stumbled upon Dayton Capscrew this morning. They had the 1"-8 hardware I needed for my MRAP wheel adapters for a staggering deal. Half the price of Fastenal and Grainger. Then they referred me to a local machine shop two doors down, Fries Machine & Tool, for custom u-bolts. Outstanding customer service. He's going to have my order ready the middle of next week. Plus, he's also making me a rivet drill-centering tool inspired by the xm381 site. Can't wait to get this project started over thanksgiving break. I should be able to make huge progress. I'll probably go back to Fries Machine to have my driveshaft lengthened once I get measurements.

 

[Warthog]

This has been an outstanding source. I've read every detail of this site over the last year in preparation for this build, but I only saw a photo of the lift block material stock and the u-bolts. I don't think he talked about what sizes they were. And I'm sure it varies a little depending on what you want to do with each truck.

But yeah, thanks for sharing. This site should be well known for anyone looking to do a bob job. I'd also recommend the works of Hanksdeuce.

Under the "Spring Debate" folder he lists the block size as 4"

 

[gimpyrobb]

Another place for hardware(too late, I know) is Mendlesons on 1st street. Most hardware is $1 a pound.

 

[JonMolander]

Under the "Spring Debate" folder he lists the block size as 4"

Wow....I completely missed that.