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This is from Cruisers site. The factory apparently knew there’d be an issue if the wire got to hot !
This is from Cruisers site. The factory apparently knew there’d be an issue if the wire got to hot !
0 2020/05/15 01:49:47
0 2020/05/15 01:49:43
0 2020/05/15 01:49:40
Tucks in nice and tight! Puts the winch 1.5” further back than the original design.
Tucks in nice and tight! Puts the winch 1.5” further back than the original design.
0 2020/03/10 17:29:11
If you decide to change out bumpers later, I’ve still incorporated dring mounts on this new version. It is also setup to bolt on tow hooks onto the bottom of the winch plate.
If you decide to change out bumpers later, I’ve still incorporated dring mounts on this new version. It is also setup to bolt on tow hooks onto the bottom of the winch plate.
0 2020/03/10 17:29:03
0 2020/03/10 17:28:56
0 2020/03/10 17:28:44
0 2020/02/29 18:38:44
Sector Shaft bearing brace now available! Added to the box housing brace I believe this will be the strongest setup available. Upgrade offered for new orders and anyone who’s already bought one. $75 for this upgrade.
Sector Shaft bearing brace now available! Added to the box housing brace I believe this will be the strongest setup available. Upgrade offered for new orders and anyone who’s already bought one. $75 for this upgrade.
0 2020/02/21 16:56:49
Threaded plate with 4 1/2” fine thread grade 8 bolts!
Threaded plate with 4 1/2” fine thread grade 8 bolts!
0 2020/02/21 16:56:40
Bearing inserted.
Bearing inserted.
0 2020/02/21 16:56:36
How they stack on the box.
How they stack on the box.
0 2020/02/21 16:56:30
I utilize Synergy Mfg nuts and bearings that they use for their JK sector shaft brace. These parts are designed for abuse.
I utilize Synergy Mfg nuts and bearings that they use for their JK sector shaft brace. These parts are designed for abuse.
0 2020/02/21 16:56:25
0 2020/02/03 09:59:10
Pure beef now!
Pure beef now!
0 2020/02/03 09:59:00
0 2020/02/03 09:58:51
Now just install, torque down and put the cotter key in. Done.
Now just install, torque down and put the cotter key in. Done.
0 2020/01/21 00:37:56
Then cleanup and chamfer the end. Use the spare nut to clean up the threads again.
Then cleanup and chamfer the end. Use the spare nut to clean up the threads again.
0 2020/01/21 00:33:53
Like this.
Like this.
0 2020/01/21 00:33:46
Use the nut as a guide to cut the bolt square.
Use the nut as a guide to cut the bolt square.
0 2020/01/21 00:33:39
Next reinstall the extra nut to the length that you want to cut off the extra bolt length. I go about a 1/4” away from the hole.
Next reinstall the extra nut to the length that you want to cut off the extra bolt length. I go about a 1/4” away from the hole.
0 2020/01/21 00:33:32
0 2020/01/21 00:28:39
Now is a good time to spin your castle nut on and make sure the hole aligns properly thru the bolt.
Now is a good time to spin your castle nut on and make sure the hole aligns properly thru the bolt.
0 2020/01/21 00:28:31
Next put the bolt in the vise again, use some lube and run the nut up and down several times to clean up the threads.
Next put the bolt in the vise again, use some lube and run the nut up and down several times to clean up the threads.
0 2020/01/21 00:28:24
I like to use a countersink bit to taper the holes. Makes cotter key installation easier and eliminates a sharp edge/failure point for the cotter key.
I like to use a countersink bit to taper the holes. Makes cotter key installation easier and eliminates a sharp edge/failure point for the cotter key.
0 2020/01/21 00:20:42
Move over to the drill press. Clamp the bolt in the drill press clamp. Notice how the flats of the bolt and nut create a flat surface to help center the hole thru the bolt. I drilled these to 5/32” for 1/8” diameter cotter keys. Us a sharp bit and go slowly. If the bit is dull or you rush, the hole will wander off center.
Move over to the drill press. Clamp the bolt in the drill press clamp. Notice how the flats of the bolt and nut create a flat surface to help center the hole thru the bolt. I drilled these to 5/32” for 1/8” diameter cotter keys. Us a sharp bit and go slowly. If the bit is dull or you rush, the hole will wander off center.
0 2020/01/21 00:20:34
Use a dremel to create a flat spot where you want the hole.
Use a dremel to create a flat spot where you want the hole.
0 2020/01/21 00:18:21
Center punch the hole location.
Center punch the hole location.
0 2020/01/21 00:18:12
Move over to the beach vise. Thread a spare nut past where the hole will end up. Align the bolt so that the hole will be inline with a flat on the bolt head hex. This is important for drilling, you’ll see why.
Move over to the beach vise. Thread a spare nut past where the hole will end up. Align the bolt so that the hole will be inline with a flat on the bolt head hex. This is important for drilling, you’ll see why.
0 2020/01/21 00:14:14
0 2020/01/21 00:09:04
One of the most critical aspects of bolt strength is having as much of the shank of the bolt as possible carry the load. This shank is just about perfect for my pitman Heim joint.
One of the most critical aspects of bolt strength is having as much of the shank of the bolt as possible carry the load. This shank is just about perfect for my pitman Heim joint.
0 2020/01/20 23:35:23
0 2020/01/05 19:59:08
0 2020/01/05 19:59:00
On the pre-‘97 Cherokee’s you’ll need to trim the fender here to fit the Ares Fab bumpers.
On the pre-‘97 Cherokee’s you’ll need to trim the fender here to fit the Ares Fab bumpers.
0 2020/01/05 19:58:52
0 2020/01/05 19:57:27
So here’s an update. Up on Santiam Pass, first trail, this happen 🤪. I think I snagged it on a rock which stressed it, then when I tried to turn, the hydro ram finished it! Oh well, not bad for a $15 Rock Auto special 😂
So here’s an update. Up on Santiam Pass, first trail, this happen 🤪. I think I snagged it on a rock which stressed it, then when I tried to turn, the hydro ram finished it! Oh well, not bad for a $15 Rock Auto special 😂
0 2019/06/20 07:51:52
Here’s a better picture of how the steering box is “boxed” into place resulting in a very strong mount!
Here’s a better picture of how the steering box is “boxed” into place resulting in a very strong mount!
0 2019/06/12 00:25:06
Here’s a picture of the steering box brace. Not only does this brace the sector shaft area, but also boxes in with the side plate that the 3 steering box bolts go thru!
Here’s a picture of the steering box brace. Not only does this brace the sector shaft area, but also boxes in with the side plate that the 3 steering box bolts go thru!
0 2019/06/12 00:16:10
This install has a custom made tube bumper.
This install has a custom made tube bumper.
0 2019/06/12 00:07:51
Another install with a custom tube bumper.
Another install with a custom tube bumper.
0 2019/06/12 00:04:26