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    Expedition/Overland Training - CT

    "Not sure exactly what's going to become of it, I think it will stay mostly stock, other than a front bumper. " haha - I thought the same thing when I first joined this forum...lets check back in a year and see how "mostly stock" it is.
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    4x4 Rigs - Long Haul - Photos??

    98 - I ordered the same TAG bumper but had to be sent back and they are currently rebuilding. Do you have any photos of the welds on your bumpers? How did you like the overall fit and finish? ---------- Post added at 12:22 PM ---------- Previous post was at 12:19 PM ---------- I love...
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    better mpgs?

    Good info IBC. Just to supplement - I also completed the upgrade on the spider (order the Delphi unit - OEM manufacturer - from Amazon for $230) b/c I had minor leaks on both banks that BlackBear picked up on. It wasn't enough to throw a code, but it was getting close. Prior to the upgrade I...
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    Expedition/Overland Training - CT

    They have some pretty cool trucks there you can choose and it's only a few bucks more per day. Walter - thanks!! I know you also had some training in your neck of the woods (saw an old post of yours)...pretty amazing what you can learn from the pros. 96 - I think Garrett is training at...
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    Expedition/Overland Training - CT

    Folks - the training was AMAZING and is something everyone here should do...IMHO of course. We all drive heavy rigs with some weak points and if you know how to work around them, our big trucks are a blast to drive and quite capable. Also, for everyone out there that loves to buy...
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    Expedition/Overland Training - CT

    Riley - if you hear a random knocking on your door and see a black tahoe in your driveway, I have arrived and I'm taking you up on that offer! It's last minute, but if anyone wants to join, the date was changed to next week week - 19th, 20th, 21st. If you're interested, let me know...
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    4x4 Rigs - Long Haul - Photos??

    That rig looked REALLY familiar so thats what I was thinking...a very nice ride.
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    4x4 Rigs - Long Haul - Photos??

    nice looking rig! did you complete the SFA swap on that rig??
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    '99 Tahoe - Expedition Build!

    thanks Atomic, i'll let you know,..cross your fingers I don't call you at 2am from a garage one morning!
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    '99 Tahoe - Expedition Build!

    no, no its not...it was literally, "you gotta be kidding me"... I was looking inside my engine bay today, and it was really hard to find any used parts. It's very true, once you touch a part with 100k on it, it no longer works :( On the plus side, I'm now driving a 1999 Tahoe built in 2012!!!
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    '99 Tahoe - Expedition Build!

    no photos today folks, but the RCX kit is in. I ran out of time to put in the Alcan Springs and 14bsf, so stay tuned next week. After changing the pitman and idler arm (you have to take the steering gear out), the STEERING GEAR started to leak!!!! So...the steerig gear gets swapped next...
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    '99 Tahoe - Expedition Build!

    took a little longer today with sizing up the custom tie rods and the pitman/idler removal. To remove the pitman, you need to take out the entire gear!!! It will be done by tonight!!
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    '99 Tahoe - Expedition Build!

    currently working on the Rough Country lift - should be done by tomorrow! Nice kit and very straightforward install...unless you've done this before and all bolts come out easily, there is NO WAY you can complete the install in 6-8hrs. I'm slow so it takes me a bit longer, but 6-8hrs is...
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    '99 Tahoe - Expedition Build!

    underneath the canvas is x5 MT Baja Claw tires on beadlocked rims...all brand new! (unfortunately the beadlocks are 5 lug - jeep setup) The original owner had that frame built to carry his offroad tires...once he got off highway, he could easily swap out the set....also the reason for the...
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    '99 Tahoe - Expedition Build!

    Yes I did...but from a cost perspective, I've decided to keep it as-is. i will have a bumper + tire carrier on the Tahoe that is carrying an extra spare rim/tire for the truck. The trailer is also going to be modified to carry an extra tire/rim. Go for it - and keep it lowered!
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    '99 Tahoe - Expedition Build!

    haha - you're not the first person to ask me that after seeing all this workl! The trailer weighs around 2500 when fully loaded.
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    '99 Tahoe - Expedition Build!

    Atomic - you got PM. Some more photos for everyone! Finished prepping and POR'ing the 14bsf - now I'm waiting for my Wagner severe duty shoes and I'll rebuild the drums and bend up some new brake lines. before after Replaced the Compressor, drier and orifice tube... After installing the...
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    '99 Tahoe - Expedition Build!

    I can't really think of anything light enough that would be worth shipping.... Except of course for a near mint condition Denali console with all the buttons, cd player, sub and amp :) ---------- Post added at 10:07 PM ---------- Previous post was at 10:05 PM ---------- You and I have...
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    '99 Tahoe - Expedition Build!

    for used units, I think its justchevy on ebay that sells working units. I bought my 14bsf from them and they remove good parts from wrecks and sell them...when i was the re, they have x3 complete setups for $150/ea....AND they save the pedal! (pedal took me months to acquire) Sunlit - i...
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    '99 Tahoe - Expedition Build!

    A ridiculous amount of $$ and it stops much better now. I don't have the part #'s on me, but i essentially went to rockauto, threw in '99 K2500 and bought: x3 power steering lines, power steering pump, hydro unit, master cylinder, gm bypass, hydro pedal, 3/4t calipers, 3/4t pads (need to be...
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    '99 Tahoe - Expedition Build!

    After quite some time planning and the last two months underneath the truck, we're finally getting close to finishing up our expedition build. I've learned tons of information on this site, so I thought I would share what I'm up to with you guys! Leaving towards the end of March, we are...
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    RXC 4" Lift & Bilstein 5150's

    just for everyone's info, i spoke with Rough Country and the block is 4.5" on back and 4.25" on front (tapered design) I also just called Bilstein and their measurements are taken from CENTER EYELET to CENTER EYELET....not TOTAL length of the shock.
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    RXC 4" Lift & Bilstein 5150's

    i got mine for <$1500 shipped...this included the 6" kit, new driveshaft for my autotrac tcase, rear sway links and tbar relocator. He also shipped the next day and i received a few days later. ---------- Post added at 11:46 PM ---------- Previous post was at 11:18 PM ---------- will...
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    RXC 4" Lift & Bilstein 5150's

    the block that comes with that kit, is it 4"? The reason i ask is b/c i need to know how tall to tell Alcan to make my springs.
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    RXC 4" Lift & Bilstein 5150's

    So I ordered my Rough Country lift today (Auburn Offroad Accessories on fullsizechevy.com) for my '99 4dr 4x4 Tahoe. For anyone interested, here are the part numbers and got it shipped to my home for <$1500 6" lift #276S Front Driveshaft #5082 (required if you have the np246 Autotrac) Torsion...

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