Back down to the frame

I have torn the rear end back down to the frame in preparation for
paint. I need to reinforce the cab mounts a bit first and then it's
time to paint the frame.

Rear sway bar and shock relocation brackets

The past couple weekends I have been working on installing a new rear
sway bar and some shock relocation brackets. The brackets correct the
shock angle on lowered trucks. I also installed some new U-bolts on
the axle. One of the old U-bolts was worn almost half way through.

Mounting the new fuel tank

Today I worked on mounting the new fuel tank. It's a 16 gallon "pro
street" foam filled tank. I fabricated a few brackets and welded them
in place.

Test fitting the truck bed

Today I dropped the bed on the truck to check for clearance with the
tires and suspension. I also checked the clearance for the new gas
tank. Of course one of the bed supports lines up right over the filler
cap. I think I have a plan to fabricate a new support with an opening
for the filler.

To lift the bed I used some 4x4 posts, an engine hoist and a load
leveler.

Finished welding the panhard bar and brackets

This weekend I finished welding the lengthened panhard bar and new
brackets. Tonight I bolted everything together for a final test fit
before paint. Once I get to the shock relocation brackets the rear
suspension should be nearly done.

Making progress on the new panhard bar

I have the new brackets positioned where I want them. The next step is
going to be spot welding everything and check how it works.

Driver's side c-notch is done

Today I cut the driver's side c-notch on my truck. Next I need to take
it all apart and paint everything.