4WD Lift kit & E-Locker INSTALL, Does Al Really need Hydraulic bump stops? [Cummins Patrol EP6]

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Today on The Skid Factory, Woody & Al continue work on Al's GU Patrol.
With the Body removed the ZD30 was plucked out and discarded into the bin, Al and woody then get stuck into installing a Dobinsons HD Lift kit with Hydraulic Bump Stops, Remote Res Shocks and a shock tower reinforcing kit.
The H233 Diff centres are then upgraded to a pair of Harrop E-Lockers and the 4.1:1 ratio gears are swapped for a set of 3.54:1 Gears.
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[@TheHogart]

"I value my stuff...." One of the reasons I watch you Al.

[@DEBOSSGARAGE]

Only other option besides all the suspension upgrades would be a mobile sky hook. Quicker, but also more expensive

[@JimLahey21]

If you want some Barra motors, there like assholes here everyone has one

[@jimlstheworldyewww7516]

@@JimLahey21 stop telling everyone about them or a giant shithawk will come down and get you!

[@bigunone]

Sky hooks are so last decade get with the program Antigravity is where it's at!

[@MitchAnthrope]

@@bigunone I know a Grey that knows a Grey that can get Anti-Grav for cheap

[@bigunone]

@@MitchAnthrope Send me an email I'll hook you up

[@speyles]

21:58 😂😂😂😂

[@theskidfactory]

It was an easy opportunity 😂

[@RTP4X4]

As soon as I heard it I knew what they were talking about

[@TheFarrell12]

Cheeky dig hahaha

[@smithiy69]

I came to the comments section to see if anyone knew that reference 😂

[@Sethjxl]

lol, sneaky

[@akmjolnir-v4r]

Best thing about Sunday night in the USA!

[@tmcwilliam01]

Best thing in the USA no matter the night!

[@dvt1993cvdn]

Love the built not bought reference with the supercharged V8 skid 🤣

[@HJZ75driver]

Where was that?

[@Eythan1992]

@@HJZ75driver woodys comment about a v8 supercharged burnout around the 20/22 minute mark

[@michaelblair4744]

Although BNB was a gearbox output shaft and not a diff centre as Woody referenced.

[@lostinception9511]

He’s done a diff before aswell

[@StratoJohn]

I think that you and Moog in your Patrol and Jimny, and Marty and Benny in their Kei Trucks would make a good 3 way crossover episode 🚙🛻

[@Ward1706]

Let's make it a 4-way: let's get Shauno from 4WD 24/7 in with his shiny new 200 Ute.

[@creativegta]

@@Ward1706 no thanks, we don't need to have 10 ads throughout the video and forced enthusiasm.

[@WhiskeyGulf71]

Bead lockers a must if climbing cliffs is in the future.

[@bvward]

I thought a bead locker was where the wife kept her jewelry?

[@undercarview]

Instinctively did a safety squint when Al started welding

[@ywiwar7872]

I walked into Dobinsons a few months ago for a steering damper and a guy asked me what it was for so I pointed out of the windows and he said:- "Ah, Nissan Patrol. Like a Landcruiser but for Men" Gold

[@nooki1102]

Careful..they are a delicate mob those toy ota boys

[@herbert696]

@@nooki1102 Only thing more delicate is the kettle crowd who will tell everyone that the TD 42 is a great engine with no overheating problems haha.

[@mickmccluand4677]

15:28 Synching the click of the vise grips to the montage music. Noice woody.

[@mrclown7469]

Woody was on fire with this one. The spring kick at 3:35 was mint too 👍

[@mymistymountainhop]

14:03 tape measure pop

[@TheRealMrCods]

Good to see you wearing you "Certified Safety Thongs" Al

[@Holmesy89]

Queensland safety boots

[@andysp8845]

Mark Holmes to go with the Queensland safety goggles?

[@FixTechStuff]

I was fortunate enough to have a tour of the Dobinson's factory in Rockhampton years ago. The boss man designed some amazing equipment, he's a genius. One of Australia's great companies.

[@toms_gupooe]

Love the cowboy tuned shirt AL, couple cheeky 200 series digs too 😂😂😂😂😂

[@kenan.ibrahimov]

5:45 finally I've found someone who knows and can explain the reason of the death wobble

[@mitchelldepietro9485]

finally the time has come for this awesome build. Thanks for doing this conversion for all to see and to be inspired for our own Cummins conversions

[@marcnesbitt3423]

"Allan is a chooch" in the credits 😂😂😂

[@ideasbulb]

I love that a Terracan was even acknowledged. It's the most fun POS and never fails to break

[@Seelingfahne]

Watching Alan weld all those plates over bare metal without dousing everything in weldable primer.. I am truly jealous. You guys have killer spiders but at least no killer rust.

[@Jim_M_75]

Ignoring the whole covid thing, I can see why this has taken so long to get started Al. Some real wallet bursting parts for this build, also I knew when it came to you grafting a Cummins into the chassis you would do it right. Upgrade the frame, suspension and brakes before you apply the extra weight and power to her, nothing but respect for building things actually roadworthy. Top notch as always, roll on next week/video lol. Quick edit, will we ever get to see the other engine that you built / shipped or is that a mate who doesn't want his shit on KZbin ?

[@edwardpeters4700]

Hat's off to Al's "Safety Thongs"!

[@rigirtavarmantamilchelvan7688]

The skid factory video notifications excite me more than mcm now. They should have way more subs.

[@theskidfactory]

Harrop do more than Lockers and Superchargers, Find out more here: www.harrop.com.au They also have a KZbin channel : kzbin.info Dobinsons Lift kit supplied by Supercheap Auto www.supercheapauto.com.au www.dobinsonsprings.com

[@davidhiscock1969]

Can you guys do a " time for a lemon squash " t-shirt please 👍

[@davenelson1571]

Why didn't/don't you install portal axles? They'd give you more lift & gearing & keep your suspension geometry closer to stock.

[@NBSV1]

@@davenelson1571 Portals are way more money as well as a lot more work. Plus they can impart extra twisting forces so would also need the suspension redone or else it would drive weird and likely break stuff.

[@davenelson1571]

@@NBSV1 I'll agree they're not cheap, but quality parts never are, but considering how much work these guys are already doing on the diff & axles, just swapping in some complete portals would be easier and far quicker. As for the weird driving, that just has likely from a lift kit with unmatched springs & shocks or bad geometry, or being added to an already lifted body. Quality ones are very strong and breakages are very rare, just look at all the rock crawler patrols with unimog portals installed.

[@theskidfactory]

How much are Portal axels?

[@aussiebrewskie]

Would definitely recommend bracing the rear towers while the body’s off and it’s easy, especially planning on using it for towing. They bend quite often with less abuse then you’d think

[@MKPatrolGuy]

Definitely do the rear towers, we see a lot of them bent or cracked and sell a lot of the brace kits.

[@benjaminnoakes5799]

Definitely, done both my GQ and GU.

[@asomind]

You can tell this one is for Allan. Love the passion.

[@simonpertot4962]

"okay doggy, give me the ball" - Graham and the Colonel reference - nice!

[@MrZimmaframe]

I see a lot of expensive parts being thrown in the bin, which would really make another off road enthusiast very happy to have and use.

[@Jessmess90]

I love the new intro, you fellas are so down to earth it’s great.

[@a.l.8873]

Just gotta love Al's summer/Qld safety boots. With Star Trek forcefield. Untouchable.

[@bigdog7770]

Love this style of edit. Nice work Woody!

[@starkindustries26]

Can’t wait to see it fired up, loved seeing y’all with rich

[@joealex65]

Gotta love tha instant 1-day delivery straight from Canada to Australia! 😂😂😂

[@helplmchoking]

Love the Dobinsons gear, everything I've ever seen from them has fit super easily and been solid as hell. Plus, when you see the instructions have pictures of a dirty old truck all through them, you know you're set

[@CruiserBrah]

I generally do too but fitted some stuff to a mates 4by last weekend and we ended up with the wrong front shocks.....they were too short and we didn't know until we test drove it!

[@adrianluders4417]

“Are generally reliable, unless your trying a huge burnout with a supercharged V8” hmmm I wonder who that could be.... Sam just getting roasted yet again 😂

[@Olie_d94]

Ok but that kicking the rear spring to music restart was excellently done

[@knobblyknob]

I'm glad you're a mechanic and not a weapons engineer. Beautiful sir.

[@zeropoint546]

My favouritest build on Skid Factory so far.

[@fendel_]

This Patrol build is great! Getting closer to 200k subscribers! Well deserved!

[@robywankenobi32]

Removing the chassis was a great idea for filming, loving this series, binge watched all the episodes so far :)

[@matthewwillshire4418]

That reversed rotor, been used as a slide hammer is a brilliant idea top video lads

[@adghno]

Is it just me or has Al been doing the fitness?

[@LobbyDaLobster]

Yeah he is fergalicious now

[@theskidfactory]

Fittindis lemon squash in my belly.

[@if66was99]

@@theskidfactory Doing 12 ounce presses. Low weight, high reps!

[@Secretcircuits]

I know I keep commenting this, but bigups to the editor syncing up video and audio clips with the beats!

[@ryantilley-general.shenanigans]

Yeah, that tape retract, the vice grips. I'm sure some others too.

[@Secretcircuits]

Ryan Tilley 9/10 time there’s music playing there will be some kind of sync. Usually it’s pretty subtle but I’ve always got my eye looking for it.

[@anthonymason701]

Not bitching at all... the audio around the 10 minute mark seems a little off. Thought my phone speaker was blown, put in earbuds and the same outcome. Appreciate all you guys do!

[@nickdecker2350]

Al had it pretty much right with the hydraulic bumps explanation even though he seemed a little out of his element explaining it. His knowledge is more and more impressive each video!

[@zacharynewton2361]

Dang this project took an epic turn. Stoked to see the journey!

[@blakeh4691]

Loving the build.. absolutely hate the “correction bushes” so restrictive! 😭

[@juzzjeans754]

Great choice on the E-lockers. Run them in my 80 series and love them.

[@Kobeeziedas]

The dig at sam eyles 😂 they’re a good diff till you do a skid 😂

[@4x4stretch]

Probably already aware of it but I believe with the Eaton elockers it is wise to be gentle going from forwards to reverse and vice versa as they will actually unlock and relock with each change of direction, due to the way the magnet and locking ramps are setup.

[@tomanycooks]

love this shift

[@SprayIgniteBoom]

Building it the RIGHT WAY!!!! Thanks guys!!!🇺🇸👍🤩

[@hodl2082]

Yoda looks like he has been lifting more then "lemon squash" and bulking out.. Best car KZbin channel around with woodies help! You fellas help me set myself goals.

[@terrybratsosify]

While the bodys off you should brace the rear spring towers and around the steering box! Common places to crack on the nissans

[@Yvolve]

Quick technical note on Al's bad mic: It is either dying from the grinding dust finding its way in, or the magnetic flux from welding is messing with the coil and magnet. For the first, a dust cap would suffice, if it's the second, Al needs to take the mic off when welding. Also, filming the welding arc directly from a short distance burns out the sensor in the camera, shortening its life. Not wanting to bitch, just trying to help to avoid gear breaking. Love all the content and projects, this is one of my favourite channels!

[@65Coasty]

Nice work Al. The pootrol will be a beast. Woody hasn't forgotten his Nissan roots.

[@beejoutbush3322]

Love the ‘Built not bought’ reference at 22.00

[@JBAutomotive794]

The boys are cooking up another gem! This one is gonna be awesome!

[@tmarklewuk]

Loving your climate. For the most part my 20yr Mitsubishi legnum would still look 10yrs . Honestly love your channel Al & Woody. Good luck for 2021. Hoping your channel keeps maxing out. 👍👍

[@tmarklewuk]

My goodness, just spotted your subcriber No's..... off now to start sharing... 👍👍💥💥💥

[@aSinisterKiid]

great job considering the death wobble once you change the lift. A lot of guys don't realize how much the leading/trailing arms shift and end up chasing their tail trying to figure out how to get rid of the wobble. This things gonna be a certified ripper.

[@PortysChopshop]

Absolute favorite channel!! Learn something from Al everytime and Woody you're a legend with the filming and editing, huge inspiration to someone like me!

[@SmacattackL]

So many inside joke that only people that have watched for a couple of years would understand. Love your work.

[@Dustinielson]

Hey Fellas - I have a slightly older GU, 4.2L diesel Patrol in the same colour as yours, just put all new Pedders springs and shocks all around, and changed my Kumho MTs to Maxxis ATs ~ So much smoother and quieter now. I had a good friend's 16yo son come up and stay out bush with me for this last week, to experience bikes, guns, 4WDs etc ~ Man stuff. We had a sick time and on the day I took him down to Kalgoorlie to catch the Prospector train back to Perth, he drove us out, "L" plates up etc, but he slightly wandered 500mm onto the gravel shoulder and when I pointed it out, he freaked, locked up the breaks, overcorrected and VERY nearly rolled it (with 83yo Nanna Jill in the back too) Anyways ~ It (*JUST*) stayed on it's feet, but totally shredded my driver's side tyres ($290 each to replace once we arrived in Kal - GRRrrrr..) *I 100% reckon it would have gone over without the new suspension set up!! Straight up - Makes such a big difference! Really liking the suspension upgrades you're putting on yours - Absolute necessity!! Stay Sick, Skid Factory!

[@vincentpoole7588]

Dustin. Get Pro-Comp tyres next time ! I've seen the same problem with those Maxxis rubber sidewalls on a friends Pajero including a brand new front pair which replaced old delaminated AT's ? Buy a lotto ticket or scratchie matey. V

[@Dustinielson]

Cheers @@vincentpoole7588 I'll look into them - I reckon the Maxxis did alright though in that situation, it was rough AF.

[@ddgarage7025]

Love the built not bought shade. You guys are legends!

[@OperatingPear80]

The TU-Bliss sticker took me back. Bloody awesome system.

[@volvogt21]

Great editing Woody as per usual. Oh and tell your mum I loved her choice of music.

[@Monstero5o]

Welcome back to the Skits Factory

[@RoamLyfe]

this thing is gonna be insane!

[@Splagnate]

You can tell Al’s been going to the tai bo classes!

[@theskidfactory]

I don't know what tae bo is apart from hearing it in some cock rock song that I'd prefer to forget. I think it was Drops of Jupiter by someone I don't remember. Not sure what the relevance is.

[@Splagnate]

@@theskidfactory It’s an old aerobic video where they do a lot of kicking. You kicking the springs out got me thinking about it😁

[@lukecollins7965]

The best 4wd action channel.

[@alexbrown1995]

Wouldn't be too hard....

[@ben7020]

from my direct experience with patrols, remove those castor bushes and fit drop boxes. The bushes kill the front articulation and ride horrible as the front control arm is in the wrong angular moment. The drop box lowers the chassis mount point by approx 82mm which works fine with 50mm lift. I cant express enough how bad those bushes are at killing the ride and articulation - they fight each other. Loving the patrol build, ive owned and 4x4 with them for 17 odd years

[@trimat2016]

Drop boxes probably not an option if you want it engineered. Original Superior arms would be better, but again, may be a problem for engineering.

[@bobkonysh]

I did camber plate on my cruiser for this reason, also the offset bushes wear faster. Not sure if plates are engineerable, no engineering in the states.

[@33gles]

@@trimat2016 That's the problem most people seem to be missing. Judging from watching these guys and MCM, Engineering there is bonkers about certain mods.

[@ncradock2007]

U can get drop boxes engineered

[@trimat2016]

@@ncradock2007 If you have a look at Superior's website they have a list of parts that can be engineered. Drop boxes are not on it. However both the pin type and hybrid type arms (which use an integrated drop box) are.

[@eddiepatterson5025]

Nice 👍 job can’t wait to see the Cummins fire 🔥 up

[@MaxPower_Designs]

New intro, sweet!

[@clubsportr82001]

Well done on the editing guys! There is a noticeable improvement this year and I love it!!!

[@ianw9171]

dashpot is the word you need describing the bump stops

[@JoshRabinowitzIRL]

lol point to the corner, you guys are the best

[@keithj30]

Totally agree with you re the patrol motors, in standard trim wouldn't pull the skin of a rice pudding. Thanks for entertaining and educating me, keep up the good work

[@AussieDazza]

Not many TD42’s in standard trim and they also make good reliable power after modifications.

[@aserta]

Along with the bump stop area reinforcement, if we're talking that much weight, i'd seriously consider reinforcing the inside (or outside) of the front wheel arch in the chassis, because you're asking that entire area to support and stress more than the initial spec, which probably puts you about 30~40% overload (if common over building crash safety and all that jazz specs were used in building this chassis, which is likely the case). 2 or 3 mm thick plate welded on the side, should suffice. If you do, round all the corners of the reinforcement plate.

[@theskidfactory]

It's 100kg heavier than a patrol engine.

[@Nick-sd7um]

I might have missed it but you should source a set of the manual locking hubs for the front. The auto locking hubs you have are junk and are known to be a weak point on the GU's, especially when you're running a front locker.

[@geordiegibson1210]

Might Car Mods - "Today we're building a 4WD using this Jimny" The Skid Factory - "Hold my beer amateurs, I'll show you how a real man does it!!"

[@El_Rincon_de_Richard]

U mean said: Hold my Lemon Squash, you clowns!

[@thomasdavidson7367]

What would Kramer do

[@if66was99]

Not to diss MCM because that Jimny is a surprisingly capable little vehicle, but yeah, this is the big boy 4x4! :-p

[@alexredsell9098]

Throwing a bit of shade at Built Not Bought 🕶️🕶️🕶️😂

[@DieselAddiction]

Awesome been waiting to see a cummins conversion.

[@ce00yonow28]

Shits getting wilder than covid19 at the skid factory !!!!!! Lemon squash ready and watching !

[@james13914]

Finally more brushless tool pro stuff!

[@fedvoxavoxa]

Loved the @buildnotbought reference ❤

[@adman6380]

Great work guys

[@ronnieheath6840]

Loving the content guys, keep it up.

[@davidkearney3669]

When i met woody at 2019 drag challenge. He told me about this engine. Good job fellas. If you wanna load test it before you put it in come to the gold coast. We will run it up.

[@nickgrech9634]

Awesome build series! Love the DBG stuff too

[@dclfarms6204]

Glad Deboss introduced me to your channel. Sure been enjoying catching up on your videos.

[@rockroller1829]

nice job boys .. its funny i clicked on the video and you have 5.9K likes lol thanks for your videos.....

[@MrBertiebprfc]

It shows how long I’ve not watched skid factory for. Woody looked about 12 last time you did a patrol 😂😂😂 you pair where the reason I decided to come to Australia though to be fair

[@utahbones3094]

Love the channel! 👍🏼

[@richardkaz2336]

Love the open toe safety boots.

[@fxb3805]

9:18 Amen to that.

[@Torch4ya]

Rad intro...hell, yeah

[@rjl110919581]

thank you for super detail video

[@wingoson]

I still love the 80 series.. 😂 Nice job guy's..

[@ncmartinez_his]

The official channel for Lemon Squash.

[@davidhiscock1969]

As entertaining as always gents. Great mix of building and comic content. Long may it continue

[@russgier4409]

Subscribed since your meet with Rich in Canada enjoy your similar outlooks on thing just different ways of describing them keep up the great work! From the US so some of the lingo is fun to translate

[@bunjit6537]

Better keep a few rags handy to clean up the Cummins stains when Al starts his motor up in the truck for the first time.