My cars getting sprung over next week from opposite lock (4wd shop in perth).... Im gonna be running 32's, I want lux axles really, how much should they cost me? Also what other parts do i need to buy so the dudes can do the conversion? im doing it with original springs. not ruf or anything.
thanks fellas
Ryan
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How much involved to put lux axles?
How much involved to put lux axles?
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you're really forking out over $2000 for them to spring it over?! ouch...
to do the lux conversion there you'd have to source them some diffs, rims to match the new pattern, and while you're at it you might aswell stick lux leaves under it... at least the perches will line up nicely, all you'd need is some shackles that go 2" to 2.5" and extend the chassis... not a HEAP of extra work really - and youll get an AWESOME rig.
to do the lux conversion there you'd have to source them some diffs, rims to match the new pattern, and while you're at it you might aswell stick lux leaves under it... at least the perches will line up nicely, all you'd need is some shackles that go 2" to 2.5" and extend the chassis... not a HEAP of extra work really - and youll get an AWESOME rig.
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alien wrote:you're really forking out over $2000 for them to spring it over?! ouch...
to do the lux conversion there you'd have to source them some diffs, rims to match the new pattern, and while you're at it you might aswell stick lux leaves under it... at least the perches will line up nicely, all you'd need is some shackles that go 2" to 2.5" and extend the chassis... not a HEAP of extra work really - and youll get an AWESOME rig.
after that you just need to pony up about $1200 for some decent steering arms..
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alien wrote:not to mention driveshafts front n rear, some huge brake lines, new front bumper (if its not gone already) etc =P
brake lines .. bout $50 to $80
Bumper I still had my factory bumper on mine with 33's and 35's.
" If governments are involved in the covering up the knowledge of aliens, Then they are doing a much better job of it than they do of everything else "
full hi steer included, plus brake lines and driveshaft spacers relocated shock mounts trac bar shockies etc etc... everything included and installed for 2grand, i could have imported a kit for just over a grand or something i spose, but i was gonna go this route and then my dad said that he would pay the difference to get it done proffesionally at opp lock for my bday (18) so hes paying the extra 800 bucks.
Ah the problem is that opp lock already have my parts in there waiting, they just waiting for the hi steer to come from sydney. They think im doing normal axles.
My question is, what changes between normal and lux axles. I imagine if theyve already ordered the steering that im screwed? or not?? um also they have made up the spring perches and that already (or so they say)
So my situation is, do i stop procedures and do lux axles straight out. Or do I run the 32 mongrels on my normal axles and see how they hold up??? then i can do the swap later in my own time and not pay someone else to do it.
Ah the problem is that opp lock already have my parts in there waiting, they just waiting for the hi steer to come from sydney. They think im doing normal axles.
My question is, what changes between normal and lux axles. I imagine if theyve already ordered the steering that im screwed? or not?? um also they have made up the spring perches and that already (or so they say)
So my situation is, do i stop procedures and do lux axles straight out. Or do I run the 32 mongrels on my normal axles and see how they hold up??? then i can do the swap later in my own time and not pay someone else to do it.
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The spring pads on the Lux diffs are not the same as sierra diffs, there is about a 20mm difference, it is psooble to "bolt em on" but not advisable .. you will need to either outboard your springs a little or mod the pads on the lux diffs.
as for the high steer the best bet is to call the shop and ask what they have planned .. 2g for what you have said is a pretty good price.. especially as the includes the steering.
If you have the lux axles, I would do it once and get it right, the additional gearing and width can only benifit you .. as well as being able to sell unmollested Zuk diff housings.
I would definately be calling the shop ASAP to speak to them about your plans ... very few people like being told of a change of plans at the last minute, and you dont appear to be terribly well informed of their plans either..
what sort of steering setup fo they have planned for your Zuk if you stay with Zuki diffs ??
as for the high steer the best bet is to call the shop and ask what they have planned .. 2g for what you have said is a pretty good price.. especially as the includes the steering.
If you have the lux axles, I would do it once and get it right, the additional gearing and width can only benifit you .. as well as being able to sell unmollested Zuk diff housings.
I would definately be calling the shop ASAP to speak to them about your plans ... very few people like being told of a change of plans at the last minute, and you dont appear to be terribly well informed of their plans either..
what sort of steering setup fo they have planned for your Zuk if you stay with Zuki diffs ??
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" If governments are involved in the covering up the knowledge of aliens, Then they are doing a much better job of it than they do of everything else "
Going to lux diffs is not that much harder.
Inboard rear spring perches to match zuk hangers and spring (cut and re-weld) and outboard front hangers to match lux perches.
The front can be done quite easily with a chassis extension which will also allow you to run rears up front.
With driveshafts it depends on where you end up putting the diff ie if you move the spring pin location and also how lifted the springs are. You will also need an adapter plate depending on whether you go with lux shafts or the zuk ones or custom.
Brakelines etc I have been told the threads are the same but I have not got to that stage with mine yet.
Just ask Russel how much more it will cost to make them lux diffs. If he has ordered perches than he can just send them back. The steeringh may be adaptable for the hilx diffs if not just tell him to swap it over.
But you know what the cops are like over here. Hilux diffs will stand out heaps so you may have to look at engeneering costs aswell.
but the other side of the coin is zuk diffs are pretty strong. Gets some birfields for the front (a mate may have some). the rest depends on whether you are locked and geared and how you drive!!!!!!!
Inboard rear spring perches to match zuk hangers and spring (cut and re-weld) and outboard front hangers to match lux perches.
The front can be done quite easily with a chassis extension which will also allow you to run rears up front.
With driveshafts it depends on where you end up putting the diff ie if you move the spring pin location and also how lifted the springs are. You will also need an adapter plate depending on whether you go with lux shafts or the zuk ones or custom.
Brakelines etc I have been told the threads are the same but I have not got to that stage with mine yet.
Just ask Russel how much more it will cost to make them lux diffs. If he has ordered perches than he can just send them back. The steeringh may be adaptable for the hilx diffs if not just tell him to swap it over.
But you know what the cops are like over here. Hilux diffs will stand out heaps so you may have to look at engeneering costs aswell.
but the other side of the coin is zuk diffs are pretty strong. Gets some birfields for the front (a mate may have some). the rest depends on whether you are locked and geared and how you drive!!!!!!!
32's 
zuk diffs are not that weak
i ran 36' swampers for a long time with not too much trouble
i only ever busted anything when i booted it up hill with lock in reverse.
rule number 1: build your car around the tyres you want to run.
Mock
zuk diffs are not that weak
i ran 36' swampers for a long time with not too much trouble
i only ever busted anything when i booted it up hill with lock in reverse.
rule number 1: build your car around the tyres you want to run.
Mock
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Sierrajim wrote:
So hurry up, come back, buy a Lada (can't believe i just said that) and we'll go wheelin'.
if ur goin to go lux axles dont bother runnin anything smaller than a 35" tyre or do this,
http://www.outerlimits4x4.com/PHP_Modul ... c&start=90
other wise ur just wastin ur time were not required and u will never get it road registered in wa. ive ran 32 mongrels with my zook with twin arbs, and am runnin 32 simexes now with no hassels.
http://www.outerlimits4x4.com/PHP_Modul ... c&start=90
other wise ur just wastin ur time were not required and u will never get it road registered in wa. ive ran 32 mongrels with my zook with twin arbs, and am runnin 32 simexes now with no hassels.
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