MattMc's build thread

[thardy]

Heck yeah! Looking forward to getting started on the lift

 

[Speedy_RCW]

So Matt I feel like we got the same shit goin on. I also had the wrong hardware on my 5th wheel and we pretty much have have the same build. Subscribed to your thread.

 

[MattMc]

So Matt I feel like we got the same shit goin on. I also had the wrong hardware on my 5th wheel and we pretty much have have the same build. Subscribed to your thread.

Thanks man. The odd wheel was also the only one that had the center already installed. It was the first one I opened, and then I freaked out when I opened the second. At first I thought the cap was missing, but it was just behind the wheel.

 

[MattMc]

Had a friend of mine weld on the C gussets today. He left a couple spots not done, as the coils and sway bar were in his way. He'll finish it up after the lift is installed, and then we'll paint them.

 

[Speedy_RCW]

Thanks man. The odd wheel was also the only one that had the center already installed. It was the first one I opened, and then I freaked out when I opened the second. At first I thought the cap was missing, but it was just behind the wheel.

Haha, mine was the last wheel I opened and the only one without the center cap installed.

 

[MattMc]

Haha, mine was the last wheel I opened and the only one without the center cap installed.

I think Trailless said that his came with the ring bolts not installed. That would save some time, as it takes a few minutes just to get them all out. Either way, doesn't seem to be much rhyme or reason to the packaging. One thing that was interesting is that when I asked EVO for an update, they said they talked to ATX, and that ATX was drilling the lug holes. Not sure why, but I figured they'd have a ton already drilled.

 

[CCJKUR]

nice build so far cant wait to see more

 

[BamBamDeer]

Looking Good! You caught my attention and I will be watching. ....

 

[Speedy_RCW]

I think Trailless said that his came with the ring bolts not installed. That would save some time, as it takes a few minutes just to get them all out. Either way, doesn't seem to be much rhyme or reason to the packaging. One thing that was interesting is that when I asked EVO for an update, they said they talked to ATX, and that ATX was drilling the lug holes. Not sure why, but I figured they'd have a ton already drilled.

Yea, I pulled all my rings to color match them to the jeep. I just used a 3/8 drive attachment and my cordless drill. Zips them off super fast. When I go to install I'll probably use the drill as well as an air ratchet.

 

[Grubbicon]

For future reference my dad and I ended up getting a pretty good system with out many we have mounted. We stand on either side and just take turns back and forth. Seemed to work for us much faster then doing a wheel alone. Then when it started to get down there I finished them with a torque wrench.

 

[thardy]

Shit's going down!

 

[MattMc]

Posting before measurements. Will edit in after measurements when done, which may be a while.




Was only able to finish the front today. Drag link was a bitch.

I'm tired and going to bed.

 

[thardy]

Too bad we couldn't get the shocks on! Hopefully they get that resolved for you ASAP!

 

[thardy]

Here's a "halfway" and it's definitely looking good. Need to get the front shocks swapped for the correct ones and the rear done.

 

[CCJKUR]

Looking good for sure wheels and tires make a world of difference

 

[Napalm]

Here's a "halfway" and it's definitely looking good. Need to get the front shocks swapped for the correct ones and the rear done.

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Woah! Talk about growing up. Looking awesome! I love that color combo with Slabs.

 

[MR.Ty]

Holy Crap what a difference! Looks good!

 

[ktreat]

Looks fantastic! Great job.

 

[CarolinaJK]

Wow! Now that's a transformation!

 

[epetry]

Looking good!