SDM Build Thread

[SamCarroll]

Qty 1. Energy Suspension kit (Part #9.8121R) which I got off amazon.

McMaster-Carr
Qty 1. ASTM A193 Grade B7 Alloy Steel Threaded Rod, Plain Finish, 3/8"-24 Thread, 2' Length; Part number 98957A805
Qty 2. Steel Ball Joint Rod End, 3/8"-24 Right-Hand Female Shank, 3/8" Ball ID, 13/16" L Thread; Part number 60645K341
Qty 2. Zinc-Plated Steel Washer for Ball Joint Rod End, Fits 3/8" Shank Size; Part number 95034A300

Lowes
Qty 2. Grade 8 3/8" 2" length bolts
Qty 2. Grade 8 3/8"-24 Thread nylock nuts
Qty 2. Grade 8 3/8"-16 Thread nylock nuts
Qty 2. Packs of 3/8" grade 8 washers
Qty 2. 3/8x1/2x1-1/2" Steel Spacer
Red Loctite

Pre Assembly

Stock comparison

Sleeves for the stock sway bar to protect the threads of the new bolts.

The overall Eyelet to frame mount should be 6 1/2" so instead of cutting the bushing like others have, i cut the sleeve down a hair. The heims add about an inch if not a little less so you'll need to do one or the other. I refused to cut a perfectly new bushing.

Measurement for what length you want the sleeve to be

All combined, back at 6 1/2" like desired.

Installed (notice its now parallel to the lower link. Definitely an improvement from the OEM link angle.

Very easy installation and build, i highly recommend them. Im only in this about $40.

 

[Ginger]

this was the rear swaybar right?

is the front swaybar still stock, or did you remove it for more travel?

 

[SamCarroll]

this was the rear swaybar right?

is the front swaybar still stock, or did you remove it for more travel?

yes the rear sway bar. The front was removed when i got the coilovers. No need for it with coilovers and it limits travel.

 

[SamCarroll]

went up to the mountains this past weekend, wheeled a bit. Suspension is perfect, theres parts where i was 60mph+ and it was smooth as glass offroad. Very impressed. Now i just want to strap the front and add a better bump stop up front.

[video=vimeo;132767351]http://vimeo.com/132767351[/video]

 

[Khaos]

Dat sunset. Will watch video on computer later. Looks like a fun time!

 

[SamCarroll]

@fortplainman you wanted me to tag you for vid

 

[BOO5TED]

He won't see the tag, this isn't instagram


Vid is bamf

 

[SamCarroll]

Then hopefully he will accidentally click instead of porn thread

 

[BOO5TED]

As much as I love my truck, been thinking about a midsize 4wd crew cab truck. Don't really need a fullsize and could have much more fun up here with a 4wd.

 

[SamCarroll]

As much as I love my truck, been thinking about a midsize 4wd crew cab truck. Don't really need a fullsize and could have much more fun up here with a 4wd.

to be 100% honest its surprised me how much fun this thing is. Its also reliable as fok and will last me a long time. It takes 4 adults with ease and cargo. I couldnt be happier. I highly recommend it.

 

[BOO5TED]

Yeah, thinking like a '12-'14 Tacoma crew with the v6.

 

[SamCarroll]

Yeah, thinking like a '12-'14 Tacoma crew with the v6.

do like those. My buddy got the one in the pics, 2015 ECSB, i wish he got the double cab. But his was brand new. 31k OTD. Used they're about 20-ish for lower miles.

 

[BOO5TED]

Ones I've been looking at are in the 20-25 range.

 

[SamCarroll]

Ones I've been looking at are in the 20-25 range.

they hold value like no other. Anything 06+ has the new head gasket design so you're solid for 100k minimum before they need replacing.

 

[j.mo]

Prices on tacomas/4runners are nuts. Can buy a fkn nice diesel for what they want for those damn things

 

[BOO5TED]

But for the people that don't need a diesel or the massive truck that goes along with it, it works.

 

[SamCarroll]

But for the people that don't need a diesel or the massive truck that goes along with it, it works.

I enjoy flipping UTurns and parking in garages along with compact parking

 

[Ginger]

i watched the video you posted from this weekend, looks like you were going slow offroad, but im sure it also looks a lot flatter then it really was too.

 

[SamCarroll]

i watched the video you posted from this weekend, looks like you were going slow offroad, but im sure it also looks a lot flatter then it really was too.

Look at the downhill portion. Notice tree angle? I was in my windshield leaning forward lol

I also don't know anyone who crawls up hills in great speed.

 

[Ginger]

thats what i was trying to referance, the go pro just makes it look flatter im sure it was steeper then appeared.