Gen 2 uca ----> gen 1 question.

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Gen 2 uca ----> gen 1 question. #1074021 08/30/14 04:13 AM

Joined: Sep 2013

Posts: 186

olympia, wa

1morebike

Wheeler

So not having the space or time todo the swap myself I took the truck to my mechanic. They called me few hours in and said there was problem. The bolts the hold the uca on from the gen 1 were to small for the gen 2 has anyone else had this problem? The gen 2 are ac delco parts if that matters.

1990 5sp lwb 274,000 miles 80,000 on new motor

Re: Gen 2 uca ----> gen 1 question. [Re: 1morebike] #1074022 08/30/14 04:50 AM

Joined: Jan 2014

Posts: 295

NYC

Malykaii

Mudrunner

Its not a problem, its part of the job. The bolts are too short, plus you'll need to add some shims in to get the alignment right. I forget, like one inch longer bolts?

88 Montero, StarQuest turbo, Kormex 5speed +tuff-pan w/phoenix f. stage2 clutch, 4in lift+33' tires, 4.875 lsd, short-throw shifter, Aisin hubs, SR big brakes, gen2 uca's, elantra alt, and so much more... 16g turbo w/hardpipes + 4.90 locking disk-brake axle soon (maybe lsd or aussie front??)

Re: Gen 2 uca ----> gen 1 question. [Re: Malykaii] #1074023 08/30/14 05:05 AM

Joined: Sep 2013

Posts: 186

olympia, wa

1morebike

Wheeler

The holes in the new arms are bigger they allow a bit of play. We decided to drill out the truck to fit the arms.

1990 5sp lwb 274,000 miles 80,000 on new motor

Re: Gen 2 uca ----> gen 1 question. [Re: 1morebike] #1074024 04/06/15 02:43 PM

Joined: Feb 2010

Posts: 161

PA USA

djacidjac

Wheeler

1morebike,
what part numbers did you install?
what year / model / engine?
I'm getting conflicting info and I'm looking for a solid part # or definitive donor truck description.

How did they work out?

87 Dodge Raider 5sp 2.6l no jet valves, Tuffpan
OME Dakar leaf springs + T-bar crank + 2" body lift (4" lift).
5500lb winch, Starion alternator, grp31 marine bat'
OBA (stock AC compressor)
33x12.5x15 Baja Claws or Wintermark extra load 235/75/15 M/S

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