Waco Lift Install Party!!! (and meeting)

Edwin · **Posted:** Wed Jan 18, 2006 12:57 am

RaeRae1616 wrote:

Excellent!!!

I've got my Frankenlift on the way, so I should be ready to go . . .

What about tools, equipment, etc... I don't have much in the way of auto tools (all home improvement type tools) but do we need to get a list going to make sure we have all that we need?

Brandon

Yea, we probably need a list. I'll get some stuff together and make a post about it.

Edwin · **Posted:** Wed Jan 18, 2006 1:05 am

And while we're at it, if anyone has any other stuff they want to put on their jeep (skid plates, powertrax lockers, rock rails, etc.) bring it along. Oh yea, I'll bring my SWR meter for tuning C.B. antennas, if y'all want to install a C.B. or tune one.

Spike6901 · **Posted:** Wed Jan 18, 2006 1:42 pm

I don't have a lift but I do have a driveway that we could use if this falls through and a fair amount of tools. I live in West Houston so let me know.

cobrien@image-ces.com

RaeRae1616 · **Joined:** Wed Jan 11, 2006 6:23 pm **Posts:** 124

Spike6901 wrote:

I don't have a lift but I do have a driveway that we could use if this falls through and a fair amount of tools. I live in West Houston so let me know.

cobrien@image-ces.com

Thanks for the offer! Right now the Road Trip to Waco is a Go! But the offer is appreciated

Brandon

Edwin · **Posted:** Wed Jan 18, 2006 11:55 pm

hillcountrykj wrote:

count me in too. I just need directions and what on time Saturday. The earlier we start the better.

How early?

hillcountrykj · **Posted:** Thu Jan 19, 2006 12:48 am

chemguy wrote:

OK, if Waco is the place, what about installing control arms and ball joints on my heap?

So are we going to do this too?

Edwin · **Posted:** Thu Jan 19, 2006 12:57 am

Probably so, I don't see why not.

chemguy · **Posted:** Thu Jan 19, 2006 2:56 pm

hillcountrykj wrote:

chemguy wrote:

OK, if Waco is the place, what about installing control arms and ball joints on my heap?

So are we going to do this too?

What, no love for me?

I just want to meet some of ya'll and having access to a lift to crank Als control arms on is just an added bonus.

RaeRae1616 · **Joined:** Wed Jan 11, 2006 6:23 pm **Posts:** 124

Go ahead and make another Post of what work you'd like to do.

This way we can start to determine how much time we'll need, what tasks require the use of the lift, what can be done at the same time, and what tools will be necessary!

I'll Start:

1. Full Frankenlift Kit
2. Set of Supernerfs or Boulder Bars (undecided on which; Supernerfs may require some minor Cutting/Welding)
3. Transmission Skid Plate (If I can get one in time . . . but may not)

KJTX · **Joined:** Fri Jul 08, 2005 12:56 pm **Posts:** 216

Now that I think about it, I've removed the bull bar that was on mine, but can't get the mounting brackets off. So, I'd like to get those off, but it doesn't require the lift and should only need basic hand tools.

chemguy · **Posted:** Thu Jan 19, 2006 10:42 pm

Upper a-arms
lower ball joints

I welded my super nerfs on rae rae, not too bad an install.

bighause · **Posted:** Thu Jan 19, 2006 10:49 pm

I'm almost certain I can make the party! I don't have anything to add to my Jeep, but it would be great to meet everyone and I do have a fair amount of mechanical skills. I guess if there is a lift, there will be plenty of tools, but if we need to bring anything let me know. Lookin forward to it!

Should I bring the wife or not?

Edwin · **Posted:** Thu Jan 19, 2006 11:44 pm

I'd say everyone bring what tools you have. Between all of us we should have plenty. I think I may buy a ball joint press, unless someone has one. Some air tools would be nice. We need a wheel/hub puller. I have a bunch of sockets and 2 torque wrenches. Y'all holler if y'all got some of this, if y'all don't, don't worry about it cause we'll make it work. And heck yea bring your wife or girlfriend if y'all want to.

I'm bringing my SWR meter to tune your C.B.s.

Edwin · **Posted:** Thu Jan 19, 2006 11:47 pm

RaeRae1616 wrote:

Go ahead and make another Post of what work you'd like to do.

This way we can start to determine how much time we'll need, what tasks require the use of the lift, what can be done at the same time, and what tools will be necessary!

I'll Start:

1. Full Frankenlift Kit
2. Set of Supernerfs or Boulder Bars (undecided on which; Supernerfs may require some minor Cutting/Welding)
3. Transmission Skid Plate (If I can get one in time . . . but may not)

I think I'd get the boulder bars.

RaeRae1616 · **Joined:** Wed Jan 11, 2006 6:23 pm **Posts:** 124

Edwin wrote:

RaeRae1616 wrote:

Go ahead and make another Post of what work you'd like to do.

This way we can start to determine how much time we'll need, what tasks require the use of the lift, what can be done at the same time, and what tools will be necessary!

I'll Start:

1. Full Frankenlift Kit
2. Set of Supernerfs or Boulder Bars (undecided on which; Supernerfs may require some minor Cutting/Welding)
3. Transmission Skid Plate (If I can get one in time . . . but may not)

I think I'd get the boulder bars.

Yeah, the Boulder Bars are great quality, from what I've read . . . but I really like the look of the Supernerfs (they'll match the Bull Bar I'm putting on perfectly), and the Step functionality will be very useful for me. But, 90% of my Jeeps life has been on pavement, though I do want to do some wheeling one day . . . just haven't had the chance yet.

The Supernerfs look like they'd be better than the RRO Step Style rails for protection... so, I'm looking for the best compromise of rocker protection/quality as well as style and step function. Supernerfs seems to meet my needs . . . although quite pricey . . . does anyone know of any other ideas?

RaeRae1616 · **Joined:** Wed Jan 11, 2006 6:23 pm **Posts:** 124

chemguy wrote:

Upper a-arms
lower ball joints

I welded my super nerfs on rae rae, not too bad an install.

So chemguy, how do you like your supernerfs? Hows the step function work for ya? What do you think of their quality and rocker protection? I think they look awesome on the few pictures I've been able to find!

chemguy · **Posted:** Fri Jan 20, 2006 1:18 am

I like them a lot. Really saved my butt one time and have a dent to prove it. Hit a stump going pretty fast for where I was driving. Glad I had those suckers on there or my Jeep would have been toast!

RaeRae1616 · **Joined:** Wed Jan 11, 2006 6:23 pm **Posts:** 124

chemguy wrote:

I like them a lot. Really saved my butt one time and have a dent to prove it. Hit a stump going pretty fast for where I was driving. Glad I had those suckers on there or my Jeep would have been toast!

Thats kewl! I don't mind them denting as long as they don't SNAP like a regular Nerf Bar will . . . Thanks for the feedback...

Just to confirm is this the Supernerf that you have:
http://www.jksmfg.com/supernerfs.htm

Do you know how to Weld? to help me out on the 11'th???

I have no idea how to Weld . . . I'm much more of a Stereo system / Electronics guy . . .

Edwin · **Posted:** Fri Jan 20, 2006 8:15 am

I can weld. I have access to a welder as well. My brother has a shop right on IH 35 with 2 welders in it.

chemguy · **Posted:** Fri Jan 20, 2006 10:26 am

RaeRae1616 wrote:

chemguy wrote:

Just to confirm is this the Supernerf that you have:
http://www.jksmfg.com/supernerfs.htm

Do you know how to Weld? to help me out on the 11'th???

I have no idea how to Weld . . . I'm much more of a Stereo system / Electronics guy . . .

Those are the ones. They are strong as hell and do not dent easily. I really knocked the crap out it to get the dent I have. As for welding, I'm a crappy welder and let my buddy Dennis take care of that part.

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