[motorvisions]

ok so ive been hearing a "clunk" from the front end and i investigated today. first i noticed the drivers tire is kicked out and wearing on the inside. second i noticed the CST spindle is hitting the lower control arm (the gusset next to where the sway bar mounts) upon turning the wheels lock to lock. Anyone else have this issue? Is grinding a radius into that gussett my best bet?

 

[AgTitan06]

Yes, you'll need to grind out a little square in that gusset.
http://picasaweb.google.com/erikhulse/CSTLift/photo#5053473541239033410

 

[motorvisions]

thanks i figured i had to cut it, just wanted to know if others had the same issue. i never heard anyone say anything about when i was looking into buying.

 

[Nissan_Kid]

I also notice a little clunk when driving, but nothing in the turns. Sounds almost like something might be lose. Going to try and take it in this weekend.

 

[norwaysninja]

Yes, you'll need to grind out a little square in that gusset.
http://picasaweb.google.com/erikhulse/CSTLift/photo#5053473541239033410

Hey I know this is a little off topic, but besides the CST lift what other suspension mods are done to that truck? Are those devers in the back?

Thanks, Eric :huh:

 

[motorvisions]

mechanic told me today to not cut it cause its the steering stop. greg from PRG told me they all do that and to just put a dab of grease on there, file the edges and ligten up on the uturns. dont think ill be cutting it now.

 

[AgTitan06]

mechanic told me today to not cut it cause its the steering stop. greg from PRG told me they all do that and to just put a dab of grease on there, file the edges and ligten up on the uturns. dont think ill be cutting it now.

Yes, it is the steering stops. If you cut it, you'll get better turning radius too. I've had mine cut for a while now, with no problems.

 

[AgTitan06]

Hey I know this is a little off topic, but besides the CST lift what other suspension mods are done to that truck? Are those devers in the back?

Thanks, Eric :huh:

Suspension:
CST 4" Spindle Lift
Radflo 2.0 Front Coilovers (cranked 3")
CST Carrier Bearing Drop Bracket
2.5" Deaver spring-pack
2" Fabtech rear block
Bilstein 5125 rear shocks

Tires and shoes:
Nitto Terra Grappler 325/65r18
MHT Driv Off-Road Blitz 18x9 Wheels (+4mm offset, 5.14" backspacing)

 

[Gonpostal]

I just put a dab of grease and the noise is all gon, I wouldnt cut it IMO.

 

[norwaysninja]

Suspension:
CST 4" Spindle Lift
Radflo 2.0 Front Coilovers (cranked 3")
CST Carrier Bearing Drop Bracket
2.5" Deaver spring-pack
2" Fabtech rear block
Bilstein 5125 rear shocks

Tires and shoes:
Nitto Terra Grappler 325/65r18
MHT Driv Off-Road Blitz 18x9 Wheels (+4mm offset, 5.14" backspacing)

Hey thanks! The truck looks great!

Though do you think this set up is better then going with say a CST 8" lift kit? It seems your truck is about the same height as a CST kit!

Eric :thumbsup:

 

[AgTitan06]

Hey thanks! The truck looks great!

Though do you think this set up is better then going with say a CST 8" lift kit? It seems your truck is about the same height as a CST kit!

Eric :thumbsup:

The 8" kit requires cutting I believe, and has more parts to install. I would go with the 4" spindle and coilovers. Thanks for the compliments!

Give Greg at PRG a call and he can also recommend what to get.