AirmanSkee
'MURICA... NUFF SAID
Alright. So I am trying to get as much research on SAS as possible before I get back that way I can scrounge up all the parts as I go during this deployment. And get a list of the bigger stuff to get when I get back. I have been reading most of the SAS builds on here and get the main ideas of the process, but just want to get a thread together for me. My main concern is that I do not have a full shop to work in, so for the most part it will be a home garage thing. I also do not have the best welding skills, and will be looking for some people from the local off roading community to help me out. So mainly bolt on stuff would be best for me, maybe to be welded later on. Since the welding skills are limited, I believe keeping the transfer case in it would probably be best, due to not having to fab up a new crossmember. Just needing some others to help me weigh the pros and cons of the different options to help me along.
The truck is my DD, will see some trails and alot of mud. Ride quality for me isnt too much of a problem, as I have ridden in some rough rides. Budget isnt super low, but not enough to get me killed when I tell my fiance that Im spending too much money on the truck and not saving for the wedding. haha Just mainly looking to keep the thing legal, safe, tough, and fun.
So I am basically looking for a collective parts list, opinions on the best setups, and pretty much anything I need to know going into this.
Here it is:
I have found a few bolt on kits online, and was wanting some opinions on these, and what else would be needed.
FRONT:
-SAS Kit:
http://offroaddesign.com/catalog/88-98SolidAxleConversion.htm
- 31.5"/32" spring pad width. 52" spring length. Includes greasable bushings/sleeves/bolts for the shackle and both ends of both springs -- $550
http://www.sky-manufacturing.com/new/detaproduct.php?id=64
- Chevy/GMC 88-97 Solid Axle Conversion Hanger kit.
Use's Chevy 4x4 lift 73-87 era front springs.
Hangers can be pushed forward and back to stretch spring length needed to run 52 inch rear springs.
Kit is bolt on for positioning is desired, final install will require full welding.
Exhaust modifications may be needed.
Sas-001 Kit consists of front cross member, rear shackle hangers, rear shackles, bushings for shackles, and hardware. -- $369
http://www.fabworxoffroad.com/3252-straight-axle-conversion/
- 4” Increased ride height with FabWorx Offroad front springs.
Replaces IFS suspension
Allows the use of solid front axle
Uses 52” long springs
Uses 32” wide spring center axle
3” ID bracket mounting width
-Crossover steering (would go with the hi steer kit)
http://offroaddesign.com/catalog/Dana44crossover.htm
http://www.sky-manufacturing.com/new/detaproduct.php?id=342
-Includes everything. Complete HiSteer kit -- $699
http://www.wfoconcepts.com/pr/10-bo...kit-fullsize-straight-draglink/3163/3948/3952
-Includes everything for crossover (non hi steer with straight draglink) but also includes flat top knuckle milled and tapered
http://www.wfoconcepts.com/pr/10-bo...ing-kit-Fullsize-bent-draglink/3163/3948/3951
-Includes everything for crossover (non hi steer with bent draglink) but also includes flat top knuckle milled and tapered -- $589
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/slf-1104
- Superlift 1104 dropped Pitman Arm -- $68.26
-Dana 44 out of a 77.5-79 Ford F250 8lug
-Flat top GM knuckles, outer (stub shaft), hubs.
-Stock brakes for hubs; Extended brake lines (both front and back)
-Shocks: Rancho RS5000 or equivalent
-Shock Mounts
REAR:
-Rear 14 bolt rear axle from Suburban 2500 or such (probably done after the main SAS is finished.)
--Rear springs from Blazer, 52" long, 32" spring pad width. Will probably build custom pack like 88GMCtruck.
"two sets of 5 leaf 1/2ton 73-87 Chevy truck rear packs. Two shorter leaves were made from one pack and added." (Quoted from his SAS build.)
-Rear Shackle flip Kit:
http://www.offroaddesign.com/catalog/shacklekit.htm
GU48010 ‘88-'98 GM 4" lift only (*fits Tahoe with drilling required) -- $167.00
http://www.sky-manufacturing.com/ne...3&PHPSESSID=085a63d43b7e505f0 335397fc2d70d8d
4.5" Drop Shackles:The kit includes two brackets to position shackles in the downward position, 1/2 inch mounting bolts, SAE flat washers and nylock nuts. Made out of ¼” steel, Mig welded, CNC laser cut and formed. -- $139.00
http://www.wfoconcepts.com/pr/Shackle-Flip-Chevy-Truck-1-2-and-3-4-Ton-88-98/3203/3460/3475
5" lift in rear with 5" shackle, or 5.5" lift with 6" shackle -- Both $199
-4" block
A few 6 packs, some pringles, and alot of loud music on the stereo.
For the most part, it seems that I might be able to get some parts cheaper on different sites, and piece together my own kit. Most of the decisions will have to be made once I make the trip home and finish up RandR, and can actually wrench on the thing and start picking up the parts.
The truck is my DD, will see some trails and alot of mud. Ride quality for me isnt too much of a problem, as I have ridden in some rough rides. Budget isnt super low, but not enough to get me killed when I tell my fiance that Im spending too much money on the truck and not saving for the wedding. haha Just mainly looking to keep the thing legal, safe, tough, and fun.
So I am basically looking for a collective parts list, opinions on the best setups, and pretty much anything I need to know going into this.
Here it is:
I have found a few bolt on kits online, and was wanting some opinions on these, and what else would be needed.
FRONT:
-SAS Kit:
http://offroaddesign.com/catalog/88-98SolidAxleConversion.htm
- 31.5"/32" spring pad width. 52" spring length. Includes greasable bushings/sleeves/bolts for the shackle and both ends of both springs -- $550
http://www.sky-manufacturing.com/new/detaproduct.php?id=64
- Chevy/GMC 88-97 Solid Axle Conversion Hanger kit.
Use's Chevy 4x4 lift 73-87 era front springs.
Hangers can be pushed forward and back to stretch spring length needed to run 52 inch rear springs.
Kit is bolt on for positioning is desired, final install will require full welding.
Exhaust modifications may be needed.
Sas-001 Kit consists of front cross member, rear shackle hangers, rear shackles, bushings for shackles, and hardware. -- $369
http://www.fabworxoffroad.com/3252-straight-axle-conversion/
- 4” Increased ride height with FabWorx Offroad front springs.
Replaces IFS suspension
Allows the use of solid front axle
Uses 52” long springs
Uses 32” wide spring center axle
3” ID bracket mounting width
-Crossover steering (would go with the hi steer kit)
http://offroaddesign.com/catalog/Dana44crossover.htm
http://www.sky-manufacturing.com/new/detaproduct.php?id=342
-Includes everything. Complete HiSteer kit -- $699
http://www.wfoconcepts.com/pr/10-bo...kit-fullsize-straight-draglink/3163/3948/3952
-Includes everything for crossover (non hi steer with straight draglink) but also includes flat top knuckle milled and tapered
http://www.wfoconcepts.com/pr/10-bo...ing-kit-Fullsize-bent-draglink/3163/3948/3951
-Includes everything for crossover (non hi steer with bent draglink) but also includes flat top knuckle milled and tapered -- $589
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/slf-1104
- Superlift 1104 dropped Pitman Arm -- $68.26
-Dana 44 out of a 77.5-79 Ford F250 8lug
-Flat top GM knuckles, outer (stub shaft), hubs.
-Stock brakes for hubs; Extended brake lines (both front and back)
-Shocks: Rancho RS5000 or equivalent
-Shock Mounts
REAR:
-Rear 14 bolt rear axle from Suburban 2500 or such (probably done after the main SAS is finished.)
--Rear springs from Blazer, 52" long, 32" spring pad width. Will probably build custom pack like 88GMCtruck.
"two sets of 5 leaf 1/2ton 73-87 Chevy truck rear packs. Two shorter leaves were made from one pack and added." (Quoted from his SAS build.)
-Rear Shackle flip Kit:
http://www.offroaddesign.com/catalog/shacklekit.htm
GU48010 ‘88-'98 GM 4" lift only (*fits Tahoe with drilling required) -- $167.00
http://www.sky-manufacturing.com/ne...3&PHPSESSID=085a63d43b7e505f0 335397fc2d70d8d
4.5" Drop Shackles:The kit includes two brackets to position shackles in the downward position, 1/2 inch mounting bolts, SAE flat washers and nylock nuts. Made out of ¼” steel, Mig welded, CNC laser cut and formed. -- $139.00
http://www.wfoconcepts.com/pr/Shackle-Flip-Chevy-Truck-1-2-and-3-4-Ton-88-98/3203/3460/3475
5" lift in rear with 5" shackle, or 5.5" lift with 6" shackle -- Both $199
-4" block
A few 6 packs, some pringles, and alot of loud music on the stereo.
For the most part, it seems that I might be able to get some parts cheaper on different sites, and piece together my own kit. Most of the decisions will have to be made once I make the trip home and finish up RandR, and can actually wrench on the thing and start picking up the parts.
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