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Old Apr 15, 2008 | 05:37 PM
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before/after frame swap
I couldn't aste the pics in this page so check my gallery the frame swap album; this what I got from a Mid-fifty drop axle & TCI rear leaf spring kit w/Explorer rear-end. I had to use the Explorer shock brackets.
 
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Awesome work Ricky, looks great!
 
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Here you go..

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Looks good.
 
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Old Apr 20, 2008 | 12:48 PM
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Thanks Kusto, that's what I was attempting to do
 
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Nicely done!!

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Jaye--are those torque thrust 11 american racing wheels on your truck? What size are they? I like the look....Bill
 
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They are Torq thrusts I got them from wheels for less free shipping including lugs & valve stems. Front: AR5055665 Torq-Thrust II 15X6 5/4.5; Rear: AR5055865 Torq-Thrust II 15X8 5/4.5
 
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Nice work Jay, looks great
 
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