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Off Frame Assembly Order - What Comes First, etc...

ZombieK5

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With my Bear Frame painted and ready to go I was wondering if anybody would be willing to part with their knowledge regarding a proper assembly order. My goal is to get the axles underneath it first and go from there. I have to put the front bumper on since the front spring mounts are integrated into it but after that I'm up for suggestions. My initial assembly order includes:

1. Front DIY4X Bumper
2. New Springs
3. Front and Rear Axles
3a. Traction Bar
4. Fuel Tank
5. ENGINE, Transmission and Xfer Case
6. Driveshafts
6. Exhaust
7. Run Brake and Fuel Lines

IF that order seems correct, What's Next???

Am missing anything that should go on early?

Any DO's or DON'T's from previous experience??

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Front rear spring hanger, what style traction bar are you going with? I'm not sure if I would set it with no weight on the frame.
 
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