mgmetalworks
Explorer
I'm good. Information and dialogue are helpful for others considering a 4x4 conversion.
MG Metalworks Radius Arm/Coil Spring Axle Conversion for E-series Vans
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Ranchero
Wanderer
Thanks for that tip! I just ordered a set of Cooper Discoverer M&S 275/70R18 (about 33s) and some Method wheels. Would love to have 35s, but snow tires are more important in the short term for me. Duratracs are a great tire! Had them on my 80 for awhile.
djbonsu
Adventurer
Agreed! After a total rebuild of my axle ('03 Dana 60) minus the pinion bearing and re-gearing I was into my f axle for ~ $2300 if that. I didn't have to regear as I found the 4.10 ratio that I wanted w/ only 93k on the axle for $450 and that was inclusive of what I had into the axle. Deals on parts can be had if you are patient and do your homework. Rockauto.com and premium parts from my local parts store at a discount saved me a lot of money as well. So yea, $2100 for a complete and recent superduty axle is a pretty good deal.
ujoint
Supporting Sponsor
I wouldn't say its excessive, the parts list adds up quick when you're replacing everything that wears. Add a L/S, gears, cleaning, quality parts, the list is extensive. Deals can be found on axles, the cheapest I've paid is $250 but an average core price is more like 700-1000. If someone finds a 500 axle I consider that a good price.
If you want to see excessive ck out Dynatrac! Get what you pay for but they're big $.
It's excessive for a basic rebuild. Your stage one axles are $3995 ready to go.
Yeah, lockers etc bring prices up, but apples to apples, $4500 for a basic rebuild is too much.
I'm certain I'm sounding like that internet troll who can get everything better and cheaper, but it's not my intent.
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Yeah, lockers etc bring prices up, but apples to apples, $4500 for a basic rebuild is too much.
I'm certain I'm sounding like that internet troll who can get everything better and cheaper, but it's not my intent.
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ujoint
Supporting Sponsor
Ha, troll!
Its not a basic rebuild, every wearing part gets replaced. A true trac is $650, 4.10 or 4.56 gear set is $385, master bearing kit is $301. All prices from RRP. Thats $1336 plus labor (average 3-4 hrs for a re gear and inner axle seals) so $1696 for the jump from Stage 1 to Stage 2. And I charge $1000. Hmm, maybe I'm actually loosing $ and need to raise the Stage 2 price!Ha, troll!
We may be making the same/similar point.
Any case, hijack over? An axle thread might be nice...
Backcountry Pursuit
Risk Taker
mgmetalworks
Explorer
De-Quadvan #2 for me. :sombrero:
Backcountry Pursuit
Risk Taker
And I got my parts in the mail from MG yesterday for the 1st DIY kit! Just waiting on Ujoint rear springs to start!
Pinnacle Campers
Chateau spotter
Why start when the springs get there?
GNTY
Adventurer
Because when you quickly get done pre-spring stuff and then have an immobile van sitting on the hoist for two months with no progress waiting for springs you start to loose sleep. Trust me.