I thought our 14 bolt truss deserved its own thread...

http://artecindustries.3dcartstores.com/assets/images/truss/14bolt/tr14br01t-one.jpg
http://artecindustries.3dcartstores.com/assets/images/truss/14bolt/assembled-14bolt-three.jpg
(http://artecindustries.3dcartstores.com/14-bolt-Rear-Truss_p_203.html)

14 BOLT REAR AXLE TRUSS
FULL WIDTH & LOW PROFILE

Artec Industries is excite to announce the NEW 14 Bolt Rear Axle Truss. This heavy duty truss system is designed to take serious abuse and reinforce your entire axle while also providing a flat surface to mount your upper links. The 3/8" thick truss top and 1/4" thick gussets incorporates a unique design to strengthen both the axle and the link mounting surface.

The DRW truss is just under 46 1/8" and the SRW truss is just under 51 1/4" total length.

Features include:

•3/8" thick mild steel truss top and 1/4" mild steel ram mount and gussets. Precision CNC cut and bent for great fitment.*

•Truss is low profile allowing link joints to be mounted with ideal geometry - about 8 inches from the axle centerline.

•Truss spans entire length of axle for complete reinforcement of the axle tubes - not just for mounting links.

•Truss is reinforced using interlocked 1/4 thick gussets for maximum strength and easy assembly.

•Overall low profile design means your axle is stronger, sleaker, easier to fit into any vehicle, and less likely to interfere with vehicle components.


NOTE: This kit requires general welding and fabrication skills. Welding should only be done by a competent welder. Artec Industries implies no guarantees or warranties and is not liable for improper installation.
*Some grinding and fitment may be required when installing this kit. Every axle varies slightly and some fabrication may be required.

$214.99

LINK (http://artecindustries.3dcartstores.com/14-bolt-Rear-Truss_p_203.html)

This is our most popular truss thus far. We're cutting out a bunch tomorrow to keep up with demand. thanks for the orders.

Have you got any installed pics with different pinion angles

Mine showed up last week. I was very impressed with the packaging for shipping. Thumbs Up to Artec.

Have you got any installed pics with different pinion angles

I will next week.

Mine showed up last week. I was very impressed with the packaging for shipping. Thumbs Up to Artec.

Thanks for your order.

Came to work this morning and saw a bunch of these were ordered overnight. Thanks for the business.

Got pretty low in inventory with all the orders for these, but we cut out a bunch more today to ensure we have it in stock ready to ship.

Plenty in stock and ready to SHIP THE SAME DAY if ordered before 1pm PST!

Get a REAL Truss, not just a link mount thats 5 inches above the top of the pumpkin!!

Get a REAL Truss, not just a link mount thats 5 inches above the top of the pumpkin!!

Would LOVE to see an installed on axle pic!

thanks
Jeff

x2

I hate you guys, now I really want to part out my truck and start on a buggy :flipoff2:

I hate you guys, now I really want to part out my truck and start on a buggy :flipoff2:

You could say its a love/hate relationship :D

Hey did you know the top mounting surface on this truss is 20 inches long....why do we do that?

Not every 4 link on every build can mount the upper links directly in the center of the axle. Some have to go a bit wider.

What about if you are doing a 3 link in the rear...generally your upper link is not right in the middle.

We provide that wide of a top truss surface because we know each build is unique and we thought of that before we started making these trusses. This way you can mount other things like limit straps or use the top as a bumpstop pad too in addition to your link mounts. All our trusses are wide like that.

Our trusses give you options...not force you to do it one way and try to make it work.

Still waiting on the assembled axle pics. Then I'd order a set.

still waiting on the assembled axle pics. Then i'd order a set.



x100

weres the pics??????????????????????

Working on it. The 14bolt I have at the shop right now is a DRW so it has shorter tubes than the SRW axle this was designed on. Since the truss goes the full length of the SRW, its too long for the DRW axle. We've sent out tons of these by now so surely someone here has it installed on their axle and taken photos by now. If anything, I'll make the DRW version which will be the same, just a little narrower.

i got an idea i'll drive down south to you and you guys can install the truss on my 14 bolt and we can take pics and do a write up! sounds like a win win to me :D how long will it take me from PHX? haha

Do you guys have any plans for a 14 bolt front with standard dana 60 width?

Sadly just after ordering your awesome 60 front truss I have decided to bail on my trashed housing and go another route.


-shawn

How long till the DRW 14 bolt truss is out?

i got an idea i'll drive down south to you and you guys can install the truss on my 14 bolt and we can take pics and do a write up! sounds like a win win to me :D how long will it take me from PHX? haha
Winning! Its 45 minutes south of Tucson on I-10. It won't be free but I'm sure we can work something out.

Do you guys have any plans for a 14 bolt front with standard dana 60 width?

Sadly just after ordering your awesome 60 front truss I have decided to bail on my trashed housing and go another route.


-shawn
Hopefully but its a little tough since even though they might make it standard width, some place the pumpkin in slightly differing locations. Once I get a chance to do a little more R&D on it, I'll have a better answer.


How long till the DRW 14 bolt truss is out?

Probably a few weeks, I'm up to my ears in truss requests so I'm trying to work one axle at a time and put them in order of demand. I had so many requests for the reg 14 bolt when we first made the other trusses, I was able to do that one quick. Likely when I get back to working on 14 bolt trusses, I'll make a leaf spring version too. Maybe I'll bump it up on my to do list since I have one here.

wrapping up design on the DRW truss and some other goodies to go along with it. Stay tuned for more awesomeness.......

So after 2 months still no pics of one installed?

Still working on it. As I said earlier, I no longer have a SRW axle in-house but as of this morning, my shop guys are cleaning up the DRW so we can cut the new DRW truss and install. The trusses are nearly identical, the DRW just has two bends at the end to make it shorter. Once its all done, I'll definitely post up pictures.

Its not like I haven't done anything in two months, 6 new trusses since then. But you're right, and I'll work hard to get you installed pics.

That said, I'm really surprised that no one has posted up pics of their truss installed especially with how many we've sold.

That thing looks awsome, nice work

Still working on it. As I said earlier, I no longer have a SRW axle in-house but as of this morning, my shop guys are cleaning up the DRW so we can cut the new DRW truss and install. The trusses are nearly identical, the DRW just has two bends at the end to make it shorter. Once its all done, I'll definitely post up pictures.

Its not like I haven't done anything in two months, 6 new trusses since then. But you're right, and I'll work hard to get you installed pics.

That said, I'm really surprised that no one has posted up pics of their truss installed especially with how many we've sold.

if you want pics ... you can ship one to me, i can install it in under a day .. and ill gladly send you pics in return for your generosity. :p

if you want pics ... you can ship one to me, i can install it in under a day .. and ill gladly send you pics in return for your generosity. :p

thats what I said too....but alas my credit card still got SWIPED. Seriously tho it is weird nobody has posted up pics.

To tell you the truth, I am afraid to order one.

To tell you the truth, I am afraid to order one.

Why? This is actually my best selling truss so there are lots out there. I just think people are too busy building to post up. Anywho, I have some volunteers like NoTraffic who said they'll be posting once they get it.

I posted this on Facebook but figured I'd offer it here as well.

Lets make this more interesting. FREE STICKERS FOR POSTING INSTALLED TRUSS PHOTOS!!!! Two free stickers per truss. If you post alot of pictures, I'll throw in some extra stickers. I really need REAR TRUSS photos so I'll include a couple extra stickers for those too. I know how much you all like stickers :)


You don't need to post a million photos here just one or two of each will do, but please send as many as you'd like to sales@artecindustries.com. This offer will end June 15th. And this applies to any truss too.

http://www.facebook.com/artecindustries <---Like Us

Some assembled shots of the new DRW version which is now available. The DRW version is exactly the same as the SRW version except we bent the ends in to accomodate the shorter tubes. The last photo shows the "clockability" of the truss allowing you to choose what angle you mount it at according to your pinion angle. The yellow line represents as if you were looking down the plane of the diff cover mounting surface. Enjoy.

http://artecindustries.3dcartstores.com/assets/images/truss/14bolt/assembled-14bolt-three.jpg
http://artecindustries.3dcartstores.com/assets/images/truss/14bolt/assembled-14bolt-two.jpg
http://artecindustries.3dcartstores.com/assets/images/truss/14bolt/assembled-14bolt-one.jpg
https://artecindustries.3dcartstores.com/assets/images/truss/14bolt/truss-angle-comparison.jpg

Yea! now I get to send myself some stickers :laughing:

Apparently the pics on the axle helped:D. Thanks for the orders. I'm cutting more trusses tomorrow to keep up with demand.

thanks for all the recent Truss orders.

FYI, we're running a little behind since there has been so many trusses ordered recently. We're working hard to catch up and get these shipped in the next few days. Sorry if it ruins any weekend build plans, but if you ordered a truss within the past few days, your order will likely ship in a couple days. PM me if you have any questions.

Shipped a mad load of these today. Sorry it took a few days to get out. There will be alot of happy people in the next 2-5 days.:D

We'll be cutting more early next week to keep up with demand. Thanks for the orders.

Thanks for posting that up. Now I feel better:flipoff2:

How many inches is reduced by using the DRW version?

Do you have a diff cover that would integrate to the truss? Even better if it's a shaving kit diff cover:smokin:

Does the truss not weld to the housing? Just the axle tubes?

Thanks for posting that up. Now I feel better:flipoff2:

How many inches is reduced by using the DRW version?

Do you have a diff cover that would integrate to the truss? Even better if it's a shaving kit diff cover:smokin:

The DRW truss is just under 46 1/8" and the SRW truss is just under 51 1/4". I don't have a diff cover yet but I have another product which I cut out last night that I hope to get on the website today that'll tie into the truss. You can probably guess what it is....

I'm still on the fence about producing diff covers at this point. There are plenty of options out there but most of them are almost identical. We like to fill the gaps with products that aren't really offered or figure out something about an existing product that can really improve it. At the very least we like to make it perform equal to other offerings out there, and have some aesthetic appeal to it.

That said, what do you (or anybody) think could be improved with existing vendors diff covers? I know the shave kit is one suggestion.


Does the truss not weld to the housing? Just the axle tubes?

No it does not weld to the housing, just the tubes. I am going to be releasing another product that'll tie into the truss likely today or early next week.

when will these be available again? noticed they were on back order on your website.

when will these be available again? noticed they were on back order on your website. they will be cutting first thing monday and likely ship either tuesday or wed. you can still order through the website if it shows backorder. most plate steel items on backorder will only be out for a few days unless it has an outside process like powdercoating.

they will be cutting first thing monday and likely ship either tuesday or wed. you can still order through the website if it shows backorder. most plate steel items on backorder will only be out for a few days unless it has an outside process like powdercoating.



thanks. can you get it without the holes in it?

http://i580.photobucket.com/albums/ss242/05rckymtn/2011-06-11_16-37-01_444.jpg
http://i580.photobucket.com/albums/ss242/05rckymtn/2011-06-11_16-38-01_189.jpg
http://i580.photobucket.com/albums/ss242/05rckymtn/2011-06-11_16-41-01_292.jpg

finally a real truss... looks great. your other truss systems look amazing as well...

So, what if a guy has some custom (ruffstuff) housings but really likes this set up???

thanks. can you get it without the holes in it?

It shouldn't be a problem, though you'll need to give us a call to order that. It'll take a few extra days for us to make since we won't be able to just pull it off the shelf.

http://i580.photobucket.com/albums/ss242/05rckymtn/2011-06-11_16-37-01_444.jpg

Thanks for posting those Andrew.

finally a real truss... looks great. your other truss systems look amazing as well...

We appreciate the compliment.

So, what if a guy has some custom (ruffstuff) housings but really likes this set up???

See the quote below from another thread. We could probably make something for you, we'd just need your help. Really just a contour of the housing and tube lengths should be enough to get started.

For anyone interested in helping with development of new trusses and ram mounts, here is a link to a dimensions graphic I made that pretty much gives me some of the dimensions I need (at least for the dana 60). You can adapt is for use with other axles as well, but I'll need additional dimensions for the contours of the cutout. I already have Dana 60s, Dana 44s, and 14bolts here so no need to send casting contour info for those. http://artecindustries.3dcartstores.com/assets/images/truss/Dana60/axle-specs.jpg

PLEASE PM OR EMAIL ME THE DIMENSIONS. ALSO PLEASE PROVIDE DIMENSIONS ACCURATE TO AT LEAST THE 1/8 INCH OR SMALLER. IT REALLY HELPS WHEN MODELING TO HAVE SOMETHING ACCURATE.

NOW AVAILABLE - 14 BOLT PINION GUARD with Truss Bridge

http://artecindustries.3dcartstores.com/assets/images/truss/14bolt/14b-pinion-guard-bridge.jpg (http://artecindustries.3dcartstores.com/14-bolt-Pinion-Guard_p_219.html)

Shipments begin 6/20

Artec Industries 14 bolt Pinion Guard is designed to keep your vulnerable pinion out of the rocks and in one piece. CNC cut from 3/8" thick mild steel, this guard is meant to take the worst you and the rocks can dish out.

Available with optional bridge to connect to your Artec 14 bolt truss. Bridge is CNC cut and formed from 1/4" thick mild steel and adds rigidity to your existing truss. With minor modifications, the bridge allows the Artec 14 bolt truss to still be "clockable" while installing. Bridge bolts on to pinion guard and welds to truss.


Includes 3/8" grade 8 hardware. Requires welding from a competant welder.

LINK (http://artecindustries.3dcartstores.com/14-bolt-Pinion-Guard_p_219.html)

Introductory Price - $47.99 Pinion Guard Only, $77.99 with Truss Bridge
Regular Price - $59.99 Pinion Guard Only, $89.99 with Truss Bridge

Another pic.

https://artecindustries.3dcartstores.com/assets/images/truss/14bolt/14b-pinion-guard-1.jpg (http://artecindustries.3dcartstores.com/14-bolt-Pinion-Guard_p_219.html)

Thanks for the orders.

We cut out a bunch of these and they are ready to ship now. GET A GREAT DEAL TODAY!

Our best selling truss. Gotta order more steel to keep up.

Thanks for the orders.

If you haven't already entered....our truss GIVEAWAY is in Gen4x4
http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/showthread.php?t=989577

WOW what a great response! Be sure to enter but don't forget our SALE ENDS ON FRIDAY.

Thanks for the orders.

Ooo I like the look of this truss! What the price for truss, bridge, gard and shipping to 95361? And do I still get 15% tomorrow?

Thanks joe

Thanks for the orders.

Thanks for the orders.

We've been low on 14 bolt trusses lately so the website been showing backorder, but I have a bunch more cutting this week.

FYI to all. WE'LL BE CLOSED WED-FRI and resuming shipments on Monday. Almost all the pending orders shipped today except some brand new ones and most of those are for the new fuel cell brackets. The webstore however is open 24/7

Still our best selling truss... I have a few left in stock so snatch them up NOW!

Oh BTW, we can ship these immediately...no waiting for a month for your order to ship.

We're cutting more of these today. We're having fun keeping up with this one's popularity.

These will be ready to ship by tomorrow.

Ordered mine today, ready to get this thing assembled and have an almost indestructable axle....:D

A bunch of these have been ordered yesterday and today. Thanks for the orders. They'll be shipping today and tomorrow.

how much for a 14 bolt truss, bridge, pinion gard,
2 link mount and shipping to 60564 and when would they ship?

how much for a 14 bolt truss, bridge, pinion gard,
2 link mount and shipping to 60564 and when would they ship?

PM sent and to answer your last question, these can ship immediately. Just ask stmbulldogs above, he ordered yesterday afternoon (after UPS cutoff time and with custom hole drilling) and he has his tracking number now. We don't make you wait weeks to get your parts.

Dont' forget the pirate4x4 discount. Simply type pirate4x4 in the coupon code section and save 10%. It doesn't apply to ON SALE items but there are only a few of those.

Thanks for all the truss orders this week. I haven't checked the numbers but it looks like we had another record week with trusses leading the way and every order went out same day or next day with the exception of one that the customer knew about ahead of time.

PM sent.

that is a very nice looking truss, and looks like some good thought went into it.

thanks.

We have about 3 14bolt trusses on the shelf and they need a new home. Send the truss home.

By popular request...the new DEAL OF THE WEEK is the popular 14 BOLT REAR TRUSS. YOU CAN SAVE over $40 but ONLY FOR ONE WEEK. Don't forget to pick up some upper link mounts and a pinion guard with bridge.

http://artecindustries.3dcartstores.com/assets/images/truss/14bolt/tr14br01t-one.jpg

Apperently this was a good choice for the DEAL of the WEEK. Time to order some more truss boxes.

Got the truss tacked on today.. What do u call for when welding it? Keep it cool and weld a little at a time or go nuts after its all tacked up?
Looks great!! Thanks guys

http://i1091.photobucket.com/albums/i399/littlejoe29h/fbf23919.jpg

Got the truss tacked on today.. What do u call for when welding it? Keep it cool and weld a little at a time or go nuts after its all tacked up?
Looks great!! Thanks guys

I would take your time. Weld one section, move to the opposite side of the axle and weld another, kindof like you would tighten lugnuts on a wheel. Burning it in all hot and heavy will likely cause some warping. Also it really doesn't HAVE to have every seam welded fully, you could probably just weld some parts. Your call though.

Don't forget that this truss is on sale 19% off for the Deal of the Week. You won't see savings like this again on this truss!

Ordered mine today. Thanks for the sale!

Chuck

Only a day and a half left on the 14 bolt truss Deal of the Week. After that it'll be normal price AND the pinion guard will also not be on INTRO sale anymore. Save BIG BUCKS NOW!

LAST DAY! THIS DEAL OF THE WEEK ENDS AT MIDNIGHT!
After that, you won't see a deal on like this on this truss again.

The sale is over but WE ALWAYS OFFER 10% TO PIRATE MEMBERS. Just type in pirate4x4 in the coupon section when checking out. Easy as pie.

A huge batch of these just finished up. We can get these out the door same or next for you.

Are you linking up your 14 bolt? Get more than just a link mount, get a REAL TRUSS.

This is worth showing here because its related to rear axles....

Dual 4-link Bracket (http://artecindustries.3dcartstores.com/Dual-4-link-Bracket-kit-pair_p_253.html)
http://artecindustries.3dcartstores.com/assets/images/LinkBrackets/Dual-4-link1.jpg
http://artecindustries.3dcartstores.com/assets/images/LinkBrackets/Dual-4-link-FEATURES.jpg (http://artecindustries.3dcartstores.com/Dual-4-link-Bracket-kit-pair_p_253.html)

Price?

Normal price $159.99. Introductory price right now 20% off, $127.99 per pair.

We're going to have a new version of a 14 bolt truss that is more along the lines of our 8.8 swap kit for TJs. It will debut at Offroad Expo, so come check it out in person if you are in that area.

This is worth showing here because its related to rear axles....

Dual 4-link Bracket (http://artecindustries.3dcartstores.com/Dual-4-link-Bracket-kit-pair_p_253.html)
http://artecindustries.3dcartstores.com/assets/images/LinkBrackets/Dual-4-link1.jpg
http://artecindustries.3dcartstores.com/assets/images/LinkBrackets/Dual-4-link-FEATURES.jpg (http://artecindustries.3dcartstores.com/Dual-4-link-Bracket-kit-pair_p_253.html)

Would this work for the rear of an XJ if you removed the adjustable top plate and welded the perimiter to the inside and bottom oF the unibody? (I would plate that area of the unibody)

Thanks,
Mike

Would this work for the rear of an XJ if you removed the adjustable top plate and welded the perimiter to the inside and bottom to the unibody? (I would plate that area of the unibody)

Thanks,
Mike

I wouldn't see a problem with this as long as you plate the unibody as much as you can so load transfer isn't in just one small section but rather spread out along the unibody.

Time for a reminder about our 14 bolt trusses. Remember, this REAL TRUSS is full width and low profile. These are not just some generic link mount only.

Thanks for all the help Nate. Can't wait to get my truss and other goodies.

Here is a picture of me and Ian Johnson hanging out before the crowds swamped our booth. Right over my shoulder is the display for the 14 bolt axle truss and pinion guard with bridge.
-Nate
http://artecindustries.3dcartstores.com/assets/images/booth/boothIanJohnson.jpg

Perfected off-raod parts get the one off look for only $214 w/ pirate4x4 coupon its only $193.49. Remember this axle truss spans the entire axle housing and adds streangth.

Nate,

Can you set that 14 bolt truss with a 3 link system and shocks kind of like the TJ set up but without the coil springs?

I am getting ready to start my 14 bolt set up and only going to 3 link my vehicle. I think it would be a cool set up. If you do this can I get a deal for my idea?

Message me a price please

Lots of these in stock.

Nate,

Can you set that 14 bolt truss with a 3 link system and shocks kind of like the TJ set up but without the coil springs?

I am getting ready to start my 14 bolt set up and only going to 3 link my vehicle. I think it would be a cool set up. If you do this can I get a deal for my idea?

Message me a price please

The only thing I don't offer yet is the panhard mounts, but all the rest is just a combination of this truss and my brackets. Panhard coming soon.

The only thing I don't offer yet is the panhard mounts, but all the rest is just a combination of this truss and my brackets. Panhard coming soon.

Hurry up:D because I have parts on the way to build up my 14 bolt and looking for the next wave of parts so I can link up my 14 bolt to my 2nd gen Toyota. I already have my build up on the board and looking to get the next thing going.

How soon do you think you can have it ready?

Money is in my account waiting for parts.

Perfect add on for your 14 bolt.

Not just a link mount location, this is a full width low profile axle truss for your 14 Bolt. Also allows for more up travel.

In stock and ready to ship.

This truss will strengthen your entire housing.

Don't forget about our pinion guard add on you can see it here.


http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/showthread.php?t=986972

Dont forget pirate members get 10% off. Coupon code: pirate4x4

We're running this truss in a combo kit with our pinion guard and bridge for 20% of right now. Hurry, the sales ends Tuesday at 11:59pm!

These have been so popular, its amazing. Thanks for all the orders.

This truly is the ultimate 14 bolt truss.

we have you covered if you need a full width 14 bolt truss.

What happened to the un veiling of new parts on Monday?

Did I miss it?

Any special discounts for Thanksgiving?

What happened to the un veiling of new parts on Monday?

Did I miss it?

Any special discounts for Thanksgiving?

I unveiled new parts a couple weeks ago on Monday...but thats it so far.

http://artecindustries.3dcartstores.com/thumbnail.asp?file=assets/images/linkbrackets/d60loweraxle1_thumbnail.jpg&maxx=150&maxy=0http://artecindustries.3dcartstores.com/thumbnail.asp?file=assets/images/linkbrackets/inner-frame-25deg_thumbnail.jpg&maxx=150&maxy=0 (http://artecindustries.3dcartstores.com/Brackets_c_173.html)

I just ordered this with the discount. I can't wait for it to arrive.

thanks for the orders

This would be a good time to get this awesome set up while its 15% off.

Just ordered one up, can't wait. Thanks for the savings.

Dammit forget to use pirate4x4 on my order, very impressed with 14 bolt truss combo,dana 60 truss and ultimate high steer arms.

If you just ordered, you got a better deal with the sale.

thanks for the orders

Remember this is a full width truss and this will actually strengthen your axle housing. Best part is these are in stock and ready to ship.

Dont forget about our Christmas special.


http://www.artecindustries.com/assets/images/promotions/Free-Gift-Card.jpg

We have these in stock and ready to ship out.

I got mine and the fit is very good. I just have to weld it up. Here is the truss along with the shave kit.

I got mine and the fit is very good. I just have to weld it up. Here is the truss along with the shave kit.

Looking good! :smokin:

I will order mine up soon before the sale is up.

These are in stock and ready to ship.

Thank you for all the orders this is one popular truss.

Just sent one of these off to Xtreme4x4 on SpikeTV. Look for it next season's episodes.

LAST DAY of the SALE!

LAST DAY of the SALE!

Thanks! Just got my order in!

Thanks! Just got my order in!

When will the orders ship?

When will the orders ship?

Many of them have been shipped but we just finished a huge batch for the majority of orders. Most of these should ship within the next couple days as we work our way through the massive pile of orders.

Will it fit the 11.5 ring gear or only the 10.5?

These are designed for the standard corporate 14 bolt axle 10.5. The 11.5 AAM axle that has 14 bolts is larger and I confirmed it will not fit. I will be making a truss for that after King of the Hammers.

My order showed. Thanks

These have been crazy popular over the past week. We're cutting more early next week to compensate. Thanks for all the orders.

Low profile and full width, what more could you ask for!

Install pics of the 14 bolt for our Artec edition roller chassis by Crossed Up Offroad, be sure to stop by and check it out at KOH. BOOTH V2

http://a5.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/418004_311637925555233_100526703333024_914903_2105 741328_n.jpg


A little spy pic of the chassis.

http://a3.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/407172_310816918970667_100526703333024_913020_1463 843050_n.jpg

Any chance you could measure from the top of the tube to the top of the link brackets on that axle and let me know?

Any chance you could measure from the top of the tube to the top of the link brackets on that axle and let me know?

Yes for sure, we will pm it to you.

Some more install pics

http://a7.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/400164_312317415487284_100526703333024_915931_1221 110131_n.jpg

Full width and low profile what more could you ask for.

Do you think this would fit my dana 80 housing? Obviously it will probably need some modification but is the housing dimensions pretty close?

Do you think this would fit my dana 80 housing? Obviously it will probably need some modification but is the housing dimensions pretty close?

Justin can you PM me some dimensions for your d80? I need the tube lengths on each side (including the weld) and the center section width too. I might ask you for some more dimensions. I'm trying to start on a d80 truss just need a little help.

you should have them i sent them to you a couple months ago. if not ill have to remeasure it again

So i love the look and fit of this....? is I run leafs....off road only rig...like I said looks and to help not bend a tube...would get lift also.....could I Fab up some perches and weld to this???

you should have them i sent them to you a couple months ago. if not ill have to remeasure it again
Thanks Justin. I couldn't remember who the pm was from. so many of them stack up. I'll see if i can find it.

So i love the look and fit of this....? is I run leafs....off road only rig...like I said looks and to help not bend a tube...would get lift also.....could I Fab up some perches and weld to this???

Or you could use this....coming soon.

http://a5.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/427074_307175776001448_100526703333024_903107_4737 54845_n.jpg

or for those wanting to use coil springs...
http://a2.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/407795_306511919401167_100526703333024_901785_1610 243916_n.jpg

How long????...price with that whole set up....what's center of pin to pin going to be? Ill pre order one today :D

i pmd you the dimensions, did you get them?

Just finished my truss


http://i220.photobucket.com/albums/dd137/sleepsontoilet/95%20YJ/photo-31.jpg

http://i220.photobucket.com/albums/dd137/sleepsontoilet/95%20YJ/photo-30.jpg

Awesome, thanks for the pic.

I sent a PM and called but no one answered or returned a call....

Is the pinion guard/truss tie in kit supposed to come with hardware?

I sent a PM and called but no one answered or returned a call....

Is the pinion guard/truss tie in kit supposed to come with hardware?

PM sent

I threw the new panhard mount for the Ford 85-91.5 Dana 60 on the 14 bolt and was pleasantly surprised how well it fit. Its not perfect but a couple hits with the grinding wheel and you'll be in good shape. Modeling this up with a TJ frame, it put the mount just on the inside of the drivers side frame rail. I'm not sure exactly where you want it but its a good starting point for sure. The Dodge one also worked pretty pretty except it was meant to mount at a slightly higher angle diagonal truss top so its a little off. It mounts solely to the truss, whereas the Ford85 mounts to the truss and axle as shown.
http://artecindustries.3dcartstores.com/assets/images/truss/14bolt/14bpanhard.jpg

http://i878.photobucket.com/albums/ab341/xjcracker/BUGGY/2012-03-29_19-10-26_629.jpg

Got mine welded on.....

Have you considered offering a nice weldable bracket with a pulley on it for a rear suck-down winch?

NEW PRODUCT - Wanna swap a 14bolt in the back of a TJ? What about a YJ? Wanna convert a YJ to link suspension with coil springs? Or just need a shorter 14 bolt truss for your axle. THE NEW MODULAR 14 BOLT TRUSS IS THE ANSWER TO YOUR QUESTIONS!!!! Build the truss and suspension system how you need it to be.

http://artecindustries.3dcartstores.com/assets/images/truss/14bolt/14b-modular-truss.jpg

http://artecindustries.3dcartstores.com/assets/images/LinkKits/displayrear1.jpg

LINK (http://artecindustries.3dcartstores.com/14-bolt-MODULAR-truss_p_289.html)

Are these in stock? I may need a SRW rushed to me with the pinion guard in the next week or so for a customer.

I threw the new panhard mount for the Ford 85-91.5 Dana 60 on the 14 bolt and was pleasantly surprised how well it fit. Its not perfect but a couple hits with the grinding wheel and you'll be in good shape. Modeling this up with a TJ frame, it put the mount just on the inside of the drivers side frame rail. I'm not sure exactly where you want it but its a good starting point for sure. The Dodge one also worked pretty pretty except it was meant to mount at a slightly higher angle diagonal truss top so its a little off. It mounts solely to the truss, whereas the Ford85 mounts to the truss and axle as shown.
http://artecindustries.3dcartstores.com/assets/images/truss/14bolt/14bpanhard.jpg

I do dig this truss and plan to own one but, that track bar mount is hideous. I don't need any help cutting myself up when working on my rig on the trail. Got anything smooth in the works? I'm going to order truss to mount up to my JK and i don't think the Poly panhard mount will work with this monstrosity.

I do dig this truss and plan to own one but, that track bar mount is hideous. I don't need any help cutting myself up when working on my rig on the trail. Got anything smooth in the works? I'm going to order truss to mount up to my JK and i don't think the Poly panhard mount will work with this monstrosity.

I guess everyone has different tastes on looks. The part looks far sharper in this drawing than it is in real life. You wouldn't be cutting yourself but if you don't like it than you don't like it. We won't be releasing any other smooth versions but a couple minutes with a grinder and it could be smooth and exactly how you'd like it to look.

14 bolt trusses in stock and ready to ship out.

Not a 14bolt truss but I thought you'd still enjoy it.
Sneak peak at a custom axle truss and link mounts for Kevin Sacalas of Big Ugly Racing.

http://sphotos.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/542315_379537682098590_100526703333024_1086064_172 9508762_n.jpg

Need a 14 bolt truss? Look no further we have them and they are in stock and ready to ship.