2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission Moving axle for DT arms

[Kalaehina]

I am getting ready to install DT axle arms that push the axle 1/2 an inch forward, to compensate for the leveling coils in front. How do I go about "pulling" the axle forward? Sounds difficult, and possibly dangerous. What or how have those of you who have done this before achieve this? Also, do you do the 2 uppers first, since they don't move their position, then do the lowers or vice versa? Any help would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!

 

[Kalaehina]

Okay, was going to do this swap today but noticed the upper arm frame bolt on the passenger side... . did anyone have a problem accessing this bolt? It looks tricky, I have a 4 inch exhaust and the piping looks like it will interfere.

 

[RLinkins]

I really don't know what advice to give you here cause I think you are makeing a moutian out of a mole hill with this. There is really nothing hard about this. Jack the truck up, like you said do the top control arms first then the bottom. If you have a bud that can help you out it will make life that much better. just jump in there and do it. your not gonna mess anything up doing this.

 

[Kalaehina]

yah, that's just me, always want to be over kill ready before I dive in then after I'm done I realize it wasn't as hard as I expected, just seems like getting that one bolt may be a bit of a PITA to get out.