evan: it seems to me that you are pretty much running the minimum lift for an SAS setup. looks like you have plenty of clearance between the draglink and oil pan /frame, and enough clearance between draglink /tie rod. is there anything out of the ordinary you did to make this happen?
You just need properly placed bumpstops and realistic expectations. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
It looks like if i run 2" longer shackels, a 1" drop hanger and 3" springs with the axle 1.5" forward i should be all set to run high-steer.
Probably.
BKG: what is the problem with sky's hanger? i was lookin at the kit for money reasons, becasue the $200 difference to marlin's kit is substancial to me. I think it will be cheaper to buy a complete kit, than piece one together, especially since i havent done this before (obviously).
It's sheetmetal, basically. they claim it's the best, but it's an open "U" and not boxed - that entire front crossmember has been known to bend very easily.
Sky's entire kit may be a tad cheaper, but be sure to compare apples to apples - not all the parts are the same. Save the extra $$ and go w/ marlin.
I don't have experience w/ TG, but I have concerns about what they are going to do to the competition. These are *MY* concerns and not based on anything more than speculation based on what I'm seeing thus far. Marlin's been one of the most dedicated people in Toyota 4-wheeling history and I think will always be considered one of the "little guys."
Brian @ FRORF is awesome to work with and makes great products. He's first on my list for many things.
Bud @ Budbuilt.com is an amazing guy and first on my list for other products. All of these people will treat you well and would likely give you the shirt off their back if you needed it - that says a lot.
