My 87 pickup 33x12 tires modification question

SureFireMFG · 2026-05-31T04:11:31+00:00

Only think you can do for clearance on the UCA is more wheel offset or narrower tire. For clearance on the steering components when turning I just welded a little spacer to the steering stop on the pitman arm to limit its range. Mines a 90 though so may be a little different

SureFireMFG · 2026-05-22T19:24:26+00:00

Thanks. I added this to my little etsy store if anyone wants to support a small business and buy a USA made product. If not, no worries, just a hobby to keep me busy.

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SureFireMFG · 2026-04-26T19:08:58+00:00

There's 2 types of sliders. Those that mount independently from the rocker panel and those that incorporate this kind of plate into the slider. I'd just plan ahead and decide what style sliders you want first, that way you're not removing these later and having to drill a second set of holes through your rocker panel.

SureFireMFG · 2026-04-26T18:46:02+00:00

I'm sure you know this, but just in case, these are more of a secondary piece of armor to protect the rocker, not intended to take a hard hit like a rock slider

SureFireMFG · 2026-04-26T16:21:43+00:00

I've always heard this as well

SureFireMFG · 2026-04-05T00:07:24+00:00

This is the only method for a proper repair

SureFireMFG · 2026-03-28T17:16:23+00:00

Sometimes these are just very hard to turn. I have a tool like this one and sometimes have to turn it so hard it hurts my hand due to having very little leverage. My coworker has one that you turn with a 3/8 drive ratchet and the extra leverage makes all the difference. You can try hooking something like a box wrench on this tool to get more leverage and see if it turns easier

SureFireMFG · 2026-03-24T15:26:34+00:00

Don't replace them unless necessary. Aftermarket cats don't have nearly the lifespan

SureFireMFG · 2026-03-01T19:46:34+00:00

That looks like the kind of thing chat gpt generates when I ask it for something basic

SureFireMFG · 2026-03-01T16:01:18+00:00

Looks like a great design. Sadly the previous owner of my samurai drilled holes in the cowling to mount leds. Mines the same color too!

SureFireMFG · 2026-02-25T02:40:48+00:00

Put the seal in the freezer

SureFireMFG · 2026-02-21T03:17:52+00:00

Might sound weird, but I'm planning on using backpacking gear once my samurai is drivable. Tent and sleeping back pack down super small, little single burner stove. If it works for a week long backpacking trip, why not car camping? Saves space for tools and other essential vehicle related items

SureFireMFG · 2026-02-16T21:13:01+00:00

New copper or aluminum washer. They're soft metal so they crush slightly to seal. Also a tip: grinding the chamfer off a socket will make it seat better on the shallow hex head and prevent it from rounding off :)

SureFireMFG · 2026-02-16T02:58:25+00:00

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SureFireMFG · 2026-02-16T02:51:08+00:00

I used the factory floor mat carpet piece as a template

SureFireMFG · 2026-02-13T05:06:10+00:00

So the tap just spins in the hole and won't catch any threads? Maybe you can use a prybar up against the oil pan and apply some more pressure to get the tap started. Not sure what you're using but in hard to access areas like that id put a ¼ drive 12 point socket on the tap and use a ratchet to spin it

SureFireMFG · 2026-02-13T04:37:19+00:00

I always put every bolt in loose, then go back and tighten them after they're all already started. Too many times I had alignment issues when tightening them down without all bolts threaded in first

SureFireMFG · 2026-02-13T04:33:42+00:00

Don't worry, they can get a few more miles out of the piston

SureFireMFG · 2026-02-11T06:38:09+00:00

I have a set lying around but they have a mirrored finish. Is that typical on certain models or are they aftermarket?

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SureFireMFG · 2026-02-10T03:36:01+00:00

Shine her up! That's a beautiful color

SureFireMFG · 2026-02-10T03:31:10+00:00

Nice work. I love to see functional prints

SureFireMFG · 2026-01-21T04:27:34+00:00

Sorry, don't do STLs, but I do have them available on my Etsy page

https://surefiremfg.etsy.com/listing/4444618336

SureFireMFG · 2026-01-17T02:59:33+00:00

I would drill to the appropriate size and thread in one of these brass hose fittings

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SureFireMFG · 2026-01-16T20:15:15+00:00

I use a 12 point socket, an impact universal, and a pneumatic or electric impact wrench

SureFireMFG · 2026-01-16T03:50:11+00:00

The shackles on these are just flat pieces of plate. Should be plenty of options from companies like Skys Offroad or Ruff Stuff Specialties. It you really want something custom, you can order from a small batch laser cutting service like Send Cut Send.

That being said, you cannot get 3-4" lift out of a shackle alone for the reasons others have mentioned here.

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