I've put in 2x6 rockers....Opinions needed
Ok, in the process of making my XJ a lot more stout and I've already installed frame stiffeners and the 2x6 rockers, my question is as follows; due to the way my sliders are welded in, they are basically pinched & welded between two pieces of angle iron, do I need to run tube from the sliders to the frame? Personally, I feel like that it is unnecessary as the sliders are unbelievably solid. Thoughts? Opinions? Here is a link to my build so you can see how I've put the angle in and secured the 2x6 to said angle.
https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f46/project-asat-185594/ Any opinions or input will be heavily weighed & thought out. Like I previously stated, I do not think that they will be needed. I also can see how they could get hung on stuff, which wouldn't be cool. As of now I have it in my mind to not do it but I can be persuaded if a proper case presented. Thanks guys. |
If you wheel it, yes. If you drive it to work and the mall, no.
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It's strictly for wheeling & hunting, not a DD by any means. Is it a stiffness issue? A strength issue? Just curious, I don't see the 1/4" thick slider bending or anything, but I have lots to learn.
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rocks are way more unforgiving than you realize
mine weren't tied into the frame. they started off nice and flat like yours and ended up at a 45* angle. eventually they bent up so high that they sealed my rear door shut. although, mine were only welded on the outside, not the inside anyway. I learned my lesson. my new sliders will be tied in with 3 or 4 pieces of 1.5x3.5 3/16. they're so easy to make. you can't beat peace of mind edit: ah totally just realized I didnt take any pics of them. anyway, you can see 1 of them behind this shackle hanger. they sit flush with the frame and go through the floor Attachment 328928 |
Originally Posted by Atmos
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rocks are way more unforgiving than you realize
mine weren't tied into the frame. they started off nice and flat like yours and ended up at a 45* angle. eventually they bent up so high that they sealed my rear door shut. although, mine were only welded on the outside, not the inside anyway. I learned my lesson. my new sliders will be tied in with 3 or 4 pieces of 1.5x3.5 3/16. they're so easy to make. you can't beat peace of mind edit: ah totally just realized I didnt take any pics of them. anyway, you can see 1 of them behind this shackle hanger. they sit flush with the frame and go through the floor http://i1165.photobucket.com/albums/...pscagr4zf9.jpg Thanks for the advice so far fellas. |
mine are super high clearance. I also cut my doors. I think yours will hang low enough where you shouldn't have to cut the floor
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Thanks! I'll get started on them this week.
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I finished welding in my passenger side slider then put braces from the slider to the frame on the drivers side, going to passenger side tonight. Used 1.75" tube @ 13.5" long, cut the ends to 45* and welded 1.75"x2.25"x.25" strap to it to close the ends.Attachment 328771Attachment 328772Attachment 328773Attachment 328774Attachment 328775Attachment 328776Attachment 328777Attachment 328778Attachment 328779
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nice. those definitely aren't going anywhere now. bummer about how low they hang though
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Thanks! I agree, they are lower than I'd like BUT they are solid and I don't see a whole lot of clearance issues. Also, I didn't see any other way to mount them without cutting into the floor, which I wanted to avoid. I was thinking of getting a sheet of 1/2" or 3/4" HDPE and attaching so they don't get caught on anything. Worth trying or will the HDPE not hold up?
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Originally Posted by nitro450exp
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Hello,
This is how I did mine. https://www.cherokeeforum.com/member...7-p7100310.jpg https://www.cherokeeforum.com/member...8-p7100315.jpg https://www.cherokeeforum.com/member...6-p7100321.jpg Nitro |
the slider wont "slide" with a ton of tube welded like a step ladder across the bottom
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Originally Posted by Hammered
(Post 2802948)
the slider wont "slide" with a ton of tube welded like a step ladder across the bottom
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or just attach a skid plate of sorts that goes across the whole thing.. at least then it'll still slide
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