Jono.C Posted August 8, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 8, 2012 I've got a full set of 13x7 -25 Widened Datsun 1200 ute wheels to go on it. I can't put them on until my front suspension goes in and i change the axles though as they're a different stud pattern. Also they're going to be sandblasted and powdercoated in a new colour combo that should look pretty rad and wrapped in new tires before they're put on Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kickn5k Posted August 8, 2012 Report Share Posted August 8, 2012 But gas should be fine for now, I might even swap these springs over for something else yet, Not sure until i get it together and see how it feels This was discussed when I ordered them. They believe it will be fine, until your wanting adjustables. Seems to be a much better option than ke20 inserts. Keen to see how it works, as I might look into a similar shock when I do mine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jono.C Posted August 8, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 8, 2012 No worries, Cheers heaps for that Stu! I'll be sure to let you know how the front end performs once it's done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jono.C Posted August 9, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 9, 2012 Few of you already know but.. Update! I've half finished the manifold. Just need some tubing to connect it to the carbs and to make a bracket from the rocker cover to support them. But wew! They're a cable choke as well which is cool as hopefully they'll be alright in cold weather. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jono.C Posted August 12, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 12, 2012 (edited) Mr2 Rear shocks on their way thanks to Stu!! (Kickn5k) Cheers heaps dude! So now.. Shorten struts and fit mr2 shocks Weld on sleeve kit Shorten shock stroke length and machine top hats Weld cambertops solid Make brackets to fit T18 brakes and calipers + Wheelbearings/ Pads/ Brake hoses Sandblast and powdercoat wheels + fitting of new tires $$$ but worth it i guess. Shortly to be followed by a whiteline swaybar, strut brace and i'll have a mate make me up some 25mm rca's to fit ke10 struts Edited August 12, 2012 by Jono.C Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rian Posted August 12, 2012 Report Share Posted August 12, 2012 Wow! More pics of these please. I'm very interested to see how your suspension setup goes together, I've heard rumours of AW11 rear dampers fitting KE struts but never actually seen it done. Are KE1* struts 48mm? Do you know the dimensions of the AW11 dampers? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jono.C Posted August 12, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 12, 2012 I'll get some more pics tomorrow! Yep ke10 are 48, my calipers showed 47.7 I don't as yet but they should turn up very soon, did you want any specifically? I'm shortening my struts to fit them but you could put a spacer in to retain stock strut castings.. The problem i have is i'm going pretty low compared to stock struts, so i need to get the shocks and cut through the chrome actual rod of the shock and shorten it and re-do the top and thread much shorter to hold it captive and retain travel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kickn5k Posted August 13, 2012 Report Share Posted August 13, 2012 Yep ke10 are 48, my calipers showed 47.7 I don't as yet but they should turn up very soon, did you want any specifically? Yeah they are 47.7 O.D.(not sure on I.D. as I've never had a 1X strut apart) From memory the MR2 insert was 41 or 42mm diameter. I can get a body length measurement if needed? Will have to be tomorrow though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jono.C Posted August 13, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 13, 2012 Have you got some handy? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jono.C Posted August 17, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 17, 2012 Ended up sending my springs back in favor of 6kg. So hopefully it'll be firm but not jaw breaking Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CanadianKE17 Posted August 17, 2012 Report Share Posted August 17, 2012 (edited) 6k will still be jawbreaking, the chassis and tires will do most of the flexing haha. I still have a touch of body roll with 6k in the front, 19mm sway bar, 3tc, and stiffened rear leaves. I couldn't imagine going heavier with a K motor. Edited August 17, 2012 by CanadianKE17 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jono.C Posted August 17, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 17, 2012 I'm going 22mm swaybar in the front as well.. The whole thing will be stitch welded when i pull the motor out Also found some photo's of the bike carbs.. Was when i was playing with the fisheye so they're a bit sketch but i'm sure they'll suffice.. As you can see the manifold isn't finished yet but. I still need some tube to connect the carbs and then make a bracket to the rocker cover. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CanadianKE17 Posted August 17, 2012 Report Share Posted August 17, 2012 (edited) I do still have some travel... If you want hella flush without smashing the arch, 6k plus strategic bumpstop length would be decent. Edited August 17, 2012 by CanadianKE17 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jono.C Posted August 17, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 17, 2012 I want it quite low yeah, I'm going to daily it around 1/2" off the tire hopefully or lower.. With gas shocks it should be alright Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jono.C Posted August 20, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 20, 2012 AW11 Rear Gas Shocks rocked up! Big thanks to Stu (Kickn5k) for getting them for me, Big ups to you man! They're pretty farking short! Ideal. So now i just need to shorten my strut casings to put them in. Will get an overall measurement tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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