1998 2wd to 4wd, CCLB SAS

[454crew]

454crew submitted a new Build:

1998 2wd to 4wd, CCLB SAS

Finally going to be starting the SAS on my '98 Silverado 3500, crew cab long bed. Been finding parts and planning out since I got the truck about 8 months ago. Progress might be a bit slow as there isn't always garage time with three kids and a full time job, but I'll post updates as I can.
Started with a stock '98 3500

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Leveled it and put 285s on

Found a HP 60 locally to start with. Housing, knuckles, calipers, spindles and rotors.

Cut tone rings into hub's to keep abs operational.

Working on steering now and have lots of parts on the way, will post more when there's some progress.

Read more about this build here...

 

[Bowtie85]

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[max 02]

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Me too!

Nice truck. Love the color.

 

[454crew]

Had some time before work to mill the knuckle flat, drill and tap it and rough out the steering arm.

More parts start showing up today, let the fun continue.

 

[4door99]

Another SAS!!! Subscribed

 

[454crew]

Got the steering arm finished up, and new ball joints are installed. Knuckles are done, just need some paint.

 

[GWeakland620]

Looking really good!

 

[GWeakland620]

Also, let me know if you are still needing some pictures. I can't remember if I got them all to you.

 

[76k5blazerr]

I love the old SRW crew cab long beds. Looks like some high quality work.

 

[454crew]

Also, let me know if you are still needing some pictures. I can't remember if I got them all to you.

You sent me quite a few, helped me put my plan together. Have you found any other issues with yours now that it's been on the road a while? Think I've fixed a few of the common issues anyway, always open to input though

 

[GWeakland620]

You sent me quite a few, helped me put my plan together. Have you found any other issues with yours now that it's been on the road a while? Think I've fixed a few of the common issues anyway, always open to input though

Honestly, it's doing great. The only issue I have is how stiff the springs are.

 

[Bowtie85]

Honestly, it's doing great. The only issue I have is how stiff the springs are.

What about your lack of transfer case?

 

[GWeakland620]

What about your lack of transfer case?

Hey, you shush lol.

That happening this summer.

 

[454crew]

Mocked up knuckles and springs to check clearance for drag link and tie rod. Was hoping to move the tie rod to the top of the arms but not going to clear, so oh well. Also checked the color choice I've been thinking of, thinking it will look good.

Also got the hub's ready to go

 

[GWeakland620]

Nice progress! What size of tire do you plan on running?

 

[454crew]

Be running 285 75 16. Might step it up in the future but would like to stay with that if I can

 

[GWeakland620]

What springs are you running up front? (Lift and length)

 

[454crew]

They are 52" ez rides, 2"lift. Have a feeling they might be on the soft side a little, will add a leaf if that's the case.

 

[GWeakland620]

Cool. Can't wait to see the overall height you get.

 

[GWeakland620]

Btw, where are you located? Looks like AZ maybe?