Removing cross shafts

Today I removed the cross shafts from the upper control arms so I can replace them with new ones. Man they were a bitch. I had go buy a huge cresent wrench from Harbor Freight to brake them loose. Next up are lower control arm shafts which look even harder to get apart.

Suspension cross member bolted back on

Today I bolted the cross member back onto the frame. I used all new grade 8 hardware. It might be a little overkill but I don't want to mess around with cheap bolts on a part of the truck where the engine and entire front suspension connects. Here is an interesting article on grade 8 hardware.

Lonestar Rod & Kustom Round Up

The Lonestar Round Up car show is this weekend so I am definitely not getting any work done on the truck on Saturday. This is a really cool car show featuring traditionally-styled american hot rods and custom cars. www.lonestarroundup.com

Slow progress right now

Between my daughters surgery and helping out more around the house because Cristy needs to rest I haven't had much time to work on the truck. I did go buy a bunch of grade 8 bolts ($45 bucks worth!) to bolt the front suspension back together.