Is there a better option though that doesn't require the end links to hang so darn low to get bashed on things?
Look up removing door bolts for some pointers. Some have used a breaker bar. We have used an cordless impact drill. Issue is the paint and some will have to be heated to break bond. Anyhow look up the above and you will find an answer that will work for you.Just received my Alu Cab Camper Monday. Doing self install as our local Cap-It had no clue how to do it. ITs going to be a challenge. First hurdle is the tail gate hinges. Got the gate off but now I need to remove the hinges. Can not get even one Torque bolt lose. Anyone have removed them , themselves? What is trick without wrecking them. Can't get fitment kit in till this is removed. Tried some heat and still nothing. Afraid to strip the bolts.
We use the Terraflex ST forged swaybar kit on ours. No issues with the end links being so low. Brings them well above the axle. Only install issue we had was with the rokblox mudflaps needing to weld on brackets. Benefits are links cant get damaged and allows up yo 16” of rear wheel travel. Also eliminates the issue with the rear swaybar mount where they crack under stress.
I would now be working on routing your propane lines if you are going from drivers to passenger. Also consider quick release sans a regulator for stoves. As they usually have something built it. Youll thank me at high altitudes. We run a dickenson p9000 on yhe passenger side back wall with gp fit kit. Wish I was able at your point fo prerunning ing the lines. Even if you dont go through the bulkhead yet.Got it off. Lots of heat, impact drill and breaker bar. Was on good.
Great Advice. I am actually installing a Diesel Heater, Routing exhaust out the empty 110v access panel. Custom heat shield being designed.
If i could really look back I would have also removed the bed and installed bungs between the bed and the cab. Pre ran wires from battery to bed inside frame rails etc. as far as cam @813 Fabrication & Design does make a adapter that takes the factory backup camera and mounts in rail above camper door. But also allows the use of a second camera for a rearview monitor setup. So much kne can do with these things. Would have alos worked in the beginning to utilize space between camper and cab with mounts. Can probably think of 100 different things in hind site that i would have done differently or just just done to make it easier.Great Advice. I am actually installing a Diesel Heater, Routing exhaust out the empty 110v access panel. Custom heat shield being designed.
Also will be routing backup cam to passenger side into cab and back along the inner door. Will be cutting out a matching hole to mount the cam in the exact location in the Alucab door as stock tail gate. No plans to run a wheel there and will be customizing a 3D gladiator lettering to match what was on my original Tail gate, but in Gecko Green
I have my camera mounted below the door and my father has the @813 Fabrication & Design bracket on his. The view improvement on his vs mine is awesome, I would defiantly look at the 813.Great Advice. I am actually installing a Diesel Heater, Routing exhaust out the empty 110v access panel. Custom heat shield being designed.
Also will be routing backup cam to passenger side into cab and back along the inner door. Will be cutting out a matching hole to mount the cam in the exact location in the Alucab door as stock tail gate. No plans to run a wheel there and will be customizing a 3D gladiator lettering to match what was on my original Tail gate, but in Gecko Green
I agree, having it up higher is better, especially if mounting items in the hitch, such as bike racks. I am currently working on a completely different camera/brake light option that should be an even better option when I am done.
Interesting. I had mine installed at a shop - are these removed completely for install? Or re-installed after the fitment kit goes on? I did not get any stock parts back, I wonder if they went in the trash and if that will ever be a problem
Some of the parts are reused frkm thr factory. As far as unused bolts I rrally dont recall myself. I have my tailgate stored with other misc parts from yhe factory install. Id say regardless, most arent going to be taking of the canopy camper. Just easier to start new. Yet, if you do tany small installation gear besides the tailgate would be easy yo acquire and at that point would probably be better to replace anyhow.
