: New Leaf Spring Design, No shackles! (pics)


bgreen
10-06-2002, 06:11 PM
Amaizing technology here. :eek: Apparently these new fangled leaf springs dont need a movable shackle on one end, 'cause this guy had both ends welded up solid. :rolleyes:

Brook
(should this be in chit chat?)

Way
10-06-2002, 06:14 PM
Look at the rope. What is the story on that? Judging by that, and the quality of what we are looking at. I would say that he is a jack ass.

Way

bgreen
10-06-2002, 06:15 PM
Light weight lift blocks... This guy is way ahead of the curve, already thinking "light weight" :D and he is still running 31's

squirriljeep
10-06-2002, 06:16 PM
Isn't that MR4WD's rig?

Maybe that's how you go about acheiving "gratuitous fullsize flex"?!:rolleyes:

bgreen
10-06-2002, 06:17 PM
extra long blocks in the back to eliminate that pesky spring wrap associate with so much lift :p

bgreen
10-06-2002, 06:20 PM
Ive done some pretty horrible things to nice rigs (see avatar) but this sweety used to be a cj-5 :(

5spd
10-06-2002, 06:23 PM
FAWK man.....:rolleyes: I know how I am going to do my next setup!....thats cool....I even like that nice straight lined driveshaft......:eek: :eek:.........LOL

Should I just shoot myself now???:flipoff2:

bgreen
10-06-2002, 06:28 PM
Here is the best part of all :barf:

ItsaCJ6
10-06-2002, 06:41 PM
Originally posted by squirriljeep
Isn't that MR4WD's rig?

Maybe that's how you go about acheiving "gratuitous fullsize flex"?!:rolleyes:


Now that is funny:p

BadDog
10-06-2002, 06:49 PM
Oh my god, where does it stop.

Check out the incredible floating steering box with matching, equally amazing, steering links. Moving right along folks, notice the stacked "blocks" constructed from uncapped square tube complete with deluxe shock attachment points to control the axle when those flexy solid mount springs get going. And could anyone pass up those budget "coil overs"? And you too can enjoy this fine example of fabrication for the low low price of $3000! Easy, easy folks, no pushing, first come, first serve...

BadDog
10-06-2002, 06:52 PM
You know, now that I think about it, maybe it's not so bad. I mean, really, can you think of anything better to do with a jeep? I can't. :flipoff2:

LOL! Sorry, couldn't resist...

TR
10-06-2002, 07:25 PM
It must be a jeep thing

DRM
10-06-2002, 07:39 PM
I see nothing there worth over $200... He can;t seriously be asking $3k for that thing :confused:

larryboy
10-06-2002, 07:44 PM
i think the grade 12 bolts are driving up the price by about $2800 or so.:D

zags
10-06-2002, 07:47 PM
Can you say "Booty Fab"?
It's a Jeep thing, you wouldn't understand................

Bigger Valves
10-06-2002, 08:03 PM
i'm liking the lower shock mount lift (on the lightweight lift blocks).. this shock mount lift is KEY to mucho ground clearance..

Mustard Dog
10-06-2002, 09:00 PM
Originally posted by zags
Can you say "Booty Fab"?


You called it bro, bootie fab for sure:eek: :eek:

bgreen
10-06-2002, 10:44 PM
This thing is a real work of art. I cant beleive you fawkers cant appreciate it for what it is. :flipoff2:


I especially like how he welded both of the shackles so the spring cant flex, and then added a coilover and another shock. :eek: WTF. Didnt it ride bad enough with only the leafs?

The Exhaust stack clear above the drivers head is pretty cool too, especially since you would have to be wearing scuba gear to need it.

Then there is the netting around where doors would have been, but no seat belts. LOL

The rear rims are about 2" wider than the front.

Definately Booty Fab.

Buddha's Ghost
10-06-2002, 10:49 PM
C'mon now. He's got a sweet steering stabilizer on there.:laughing:

FULLSIZE
10-06-2002, 11:23 PM
that makes me feel good about myself. thanks:D

i swear i could build a better rig out of the scrap pile at my buddies shop:laughing:

Blue-Beard
10-07-2002, 12:32 AM
This rig represents the ultimate phase of 4wd! You think 4 link coilover susension is cool? That aint shiat how about welded solid suspension. You just wait, by next year we'll all be driving these!:barf: :barf:

SMART ASS
10-07-2002, 12:33 AM
damit! howcome i never thought of that!!! :mad: :p :laughing: :flipoff2:

uglyscout
10-07-2002, 05:33 AM
The tube lift blocks really do it for me - What was the phone # for this guy - I'll even take out a loan to pony up the $3000 for that "Bad Boy" ride!!

Damn! My Scout isn't even worth $3000 and I can drive it to the trails and back!

:confused: :confused:

cowmooflage
10-07-2002, 06:24 AM
He must tow alot of sh!t, I count 6 recievers under the springs alone:flipoff2:

TyTy
10-07-2002, 06:49 AM
I GET IT!

No need to raise the draglink or put hysteer arms on when you can just LOWER the steering box with some flatbar!

Damn, how many of us have waisted time doing that the wrong way?:confused:

tsm1mt
10-07-2002, 09:30 AM
Originally posted by DRM
I see nothing there worth over $200... He can;t seriously be asking $3k for that thing :confused:

Mmmm... Terras!

The tires are worth $100 each or better.

Sure, they're only 31s, but they're 15.5" wide directionals..

4Bangler
10-07-2002, 09:43 AM
Well, I'm sure the winch is worth at least $200, add maybe $300 for the tires, and $2500 cash under the seat cushion makes that baby a steal of a deal for only $3000!

surlynkid
10-07-2002, 09:51 AM
$3000 what? pesos??

4Bangler
10-07-2002, 09:52 AM
Actually, after reviewing the pics further...... I don't think it's that bad of a deal, I mean, sure, it says "OBO" so I'd probably try to dicker a little, but I think I'd pay asking price.....

85TrailToy
10-07-2002, 09:54 AM
Just thank God that P.O.S. is not being driven on the highway!:eek:

I'm thinking we need a Booty Fab hall of fame. (or shame)