MT 82 bracket install without ramps of lifting car?
3/13/13, 05:51 PM
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MT 82 bracket install without ramps of lifting car?
Is it possible to get under the car to install the bracket without a ramp or lift, or is the space to low?
3/13/13, 07:57 PM
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Impossible. Mine was too low so I had to ramp the rear and I was still squished. Don't forget to get a 10mm deep well socket and extension. They're essential
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I did mine that way... The rear on rhino ramps, and I jacked up one side of the front on the side, just enough for me to slide in... It was tight, but I was able to do it
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Interesting convo - and timely because I need to do my Steeda bracket, as well. I was under the impression that jacking up the rear would allow the drive shaft to drop a bit and provide additional clearance. I have some ramps that will give me 8" of lift which will give me at least 14" of clearance to play with.
GTstyles2, which bracket did you install?
GTstyles2, which bracket did you install?
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Interesting convo - and timely because I need to do my Steeda bracket, as well. I was under the impression that jacking up the rear would allow the drive shaft to drop a bit and provide additional clearance. I have some ramps that will give me 8" of lift which will give me at least 14" of clearance to play with.
GTstyles2, which bracket did you install?
GTstyles2, which bracket did you install?
3/19/13, 07:02 AM
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Interesting convo - and timely because I need to do my Steeda bracket, as well. I was under the impression that jacking up the rear would allow the drive shaft to drop a bit and provide additional clearance. I have some ramps that will give me 8" of lift which will give me at least 14" of clearance to play with.
GTstyles2, which bracket did you install?
GTstyles2, which bracket did you install?
Taking off the stock bracket wasn't very fun (hard to get a good angle) but after a few minutes of wiggling it'll come off. If you've done your exhaust you'll understand that it's pretty much the same issue you have with the hangers. Once removed install the new bushing and then put the bracket over it and you're done after bolting it on. I had a sore neck for about 3 days. Shifts are more solid but there's still notching from 1st to 2nd when the weather is under 30 degrees.
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3/19/13, 08:59 AM
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I finally bit the bullet and installed a new Steeda bracket as well. I was worried about the warranty but I was sick and tired of the crappy shifts during cold weather. Anyway, I tried rhino ramps from both the front wheels and the back. They gave me about 6 extra inches of clearance but I couldn't get my fat *** under the car. I tried my regular 3 ton jack and that definitely helped because I was able to get under.
Taking off the stock bracket wasn't very fun (hard to get a good angle) but after a few minutes of wiggling it'll come off. If you've done your exhaust you'll understand that it's pretty much the same issue you have with the hangers. Once removed install the new bushing and then put the bracket over it and you're done after bolting it on. I had a sore neck for about 3 days. Shifts are more solid but there's still notching from 1st to 2nd when the weather is under 30 degrees.
Taking off the stock bracket wasn't very fun (hard to get a good angle) but after a few minutes of wiggling it'll come off. If you've done your exhaust you'll understand that it's pretty much the same issue you have with the hangers. Once removed install the new bushing and then put the bracket over it and you're done after bolting it on. I had a sore neck for about 3 days. Shifts are more solid but there's still notching from 1st to 2nd when the weather is under 30 degrees.
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OK, just to clarify - you guys are keeping your rear suspension loaded (wheels on ground or ramps)? If this is the case, I can install mine tonight. People have written that you need to keep the rear up on stands so the DS drops out of the way.