The story
Shackle flip in rear plus custom add-a-leaf ~6" total lift
37x12.50x15 Goodyear MTRs, 2.5" backspacing on wheels
Custom front and rear bumpers
Warn XD9000i winch
800/1000W Power Inverter
100A large case alt from '86 Taurus
York Onboard Air
"Trimmed" quarter panels!
One-Ton Master Cylinder and Booster
Protective Distributor Boot from Mustang
Driver's seat from '87 Audi 5000
VDO mechanical oil pressure gauge
Sunpro mechanical water temp gauge
Saginaw Power Steering Pump from '93 E150 — TTB Blows
Day one vs. today
Drag to compare 2003 against 2009.
Photo history
486 photos across 7 years — drag the dot to travel through this vehicle’s life. Captions are the owner’s; where there isn’t one, the AI caption fills in.
2003
2003
304 photos added — showing 8
Dave Laracuente's front lower shock mount stud sheared right off. TTB sucks Owner
Dave Laracuente allowed me to shoot this to demonstrate why BFG tires suck. Throw this one next to the other 5 he's got at home, and the on… Owner
Dave Berryman showed us why stock 30 spline D60 rears suck. Here's the splines to a broken rear shaft that let go without so much as a soun… Owner
Brett Yerks learned push-button BW1356's suck (note the broken metal at the right of the photo) Owner
Brett Yerks also shows why TTB sucks. This is what's left of an inner slip shaft (on the passengers side of the diff) Owner
For reference, stock front framerail before any mods. (Sorry for the smoky pic) Owner
Front framerail (other side obviously) boxed, DOM tubing run for front hanger Owner
Here's how the hanger will sit once bolts are run thru the DOM. Front hanger is stock from a '77ish F250 Owner
2004
92 photos added — showing 8
The old hangers are good for something Owner
Rusted vehicle frame shows a significant crack near a mounting bracket. AI caption
The underside of a vehicle shows heavily rusted frame components and suspension parts, with a white paper partially visible. AI caption
Close-up of a heavily rusted truck frame, showing fuel tank and lines, with welding equipment in the background. AI caption
A white Ford Bronco navigates a wooded trail, with a dog standing nearby. AI caption
A vast desert landscape unfolds under a hazy sky, with distant red rock formations and a paved road in the foreground. AI caption
Driving through a snowy desert landscape, as seen from inside the vehicle. AI caption
Person and bicycle on road in desert with rocky formations. "SUPERMOTORS" logo visible. AI caption
2005
37 photos added — showing 8
Shorter beam is 8 lug D44 HD TTB. Long beam is 5 lug TTB Owner
The knuckles won't swap because ball joint spacing is different by approx 1/2". Note 8 lug knuckle uses 8 spindle studs; 5 lug knuckle uses… Owner
Cheap welding magnets just have a circular magnet surrounded by plastic Owner
The plastic melts if exposed to high enough temps Owner
Dallas in Mickey's, Zu Zoo '03 Owner
This heavily modified off-road vehicle is attempting to traverse a challenging rocky obstacle. AI caption
Modified green SUV tackles a challenging rocky trail with a driver at the wheel. AI caption
This heavily modified off-road vehicle navigates a challenging rocky terrain. AI caption
2006
8 photos added
This metal gate is decorated with various welded tools and mechanical parts, set against a wooden wall and outdoor scenery. AI caption
A gate made of metal and car parts stands on a deck, with a dog visible behind it. AI caption
Two pickup trucks, one towing the other, are loaded with firewood in a rural setting. AI caption
A red pickup truck tows a trailer carrying a Kubota excavator, with a van visible in the background. AI caption
Close-up of a Chicago Pneumatic die grinder, model CP862, being held. AI caption
A close-up view of a car's interior component, possibly a latch or handle mechanism. AI caption
A metal part with a knurled grip section and a small shaft is shown against a teal background. The Supermotors logo is visible in the corne… AI caption
This is a metal part with a knurled grip and a threaded opening. AI caption
2007
16 photos added — showing 8
A workshop scene a circular saw, sawhorses, a tool cart, and various other equipment, likely in a garage or storage area. AI caption
Three red plastic containers are on a metal grate table in front of a garage door. AI caption
This brown pickup truck features prominent International badging on the tailgate and is equipped with off-road tires. AI caption
Undercarriage view of vehicle suspension and steering parts, covered in grease. AI caption
Close-up of the vehicle's undercarriage, focusing on the suspension and rear axle assembly. AI caption
The underside of a truck reveals a rusty rear axle and suspension system. AI caption
A person is lounging on a cart in a workshop, surrounded by equipment and tools. AI caption
A person takes a break on a hydraulic lift in a workshop environment filled with tools and equipment. AI caption
2008
11 photos added — showing 8
White pickup truck loaded with lumber, parked outdoors in a snowy, rural setting. AI caption
The crate contains several large, orange, metal components, possibly parts for machinery or construction. AI caption
An orange tractor with a front loader is positioned under a gantry lift in a workshop. AI caption
Bolted orange steel beams are visible in this close-up shot. AI caption
A red chain hoist, rated for 3 tons, is suspended from an orange overhead crane mechanism in a workshop setting. AI caption
An orange engine hoist is positioned within a warehouse setting, surrounded by industrial shelving and storage racks. AI caption
Hydraulic cylinder and metal beam assembly for a log splitter is shown on a workbench. AI caption
A log splitter is positioned to break apart a large section of wood. AI caption
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