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irenepl · 03-07-2008, 05:28 PM

Bill, I have looked at the possiblities you described and both would required welding. Moving the axel would solve the problem and a little welding to add to or move existing mount plate. Same with the "outrigger" beam (you are correct). It appears that the outrigger is just welded on 2 sides and then attached to the body by one bolt. I thought about that or even notching the outrigger and re-welding that portion in a triangular shape.
I have the square wheel wells and started with the 14" wheels. There is lots of room above the tire and ~ 2' in front.
By the way, I am my friendly mechanic. I just don't weld!

Thanks Wayde

03-07-2008, 05:28 PM	#15
irenepl Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Eastern Washington Posts: 48	Bill, I have looked at the possiblities you described and both would required welding. Moving the axel would solve the problem and a little welding to add to or move existing mount plate. Same with the "outrigger" beam (you are correct). It appears that the outrigger is just welded on 2 sides and then attached to the body by one bolt. I thought about that or even notching the outrigger and re-welding that portion in a triangular shape. I have the square wheel wells and started with the 14" wheels. There is lots of room above the tire and ~ 2' in front. By the way, I am my friendly mechanic. I just don't weld! Thanks Wayde __________________ 2004 Grand Cherokee 4.7HO 2004 3326King