Toughening Up The '91 Suburban With New Axles And A 4-Link Coilover Kit - Music City Trucks S1, E5

[@mikecurtis2585]

Everyone have a great memorial day weekend. Thanks 😊!!

[@TsunauticusIV]

Thanks Mike. Hope you have a stellar holiday weekend too.

[@TsunauticusIV]

Y’all should collaborate with a KZbin channel called Precision Transmission! It’s a family owned business that truly deserves some love.

[@TsunauticusIV]

@@Mauivegan67 I’ve been a subscriber of their channel since nearly the beginning. It’s been cool watching their channel grow. I’ve never taken apart a transmission but for some reason it’s super cool to watch their videos. I’ve learned enough about transmissions now that I could probably rebuild one myself at this point. 😂 I’m just kidding. I would likely make a mess of it. But I think it’s important we support people like them. They are honest people that do it for more than just making money. They have actually helped needy families that didn’t have the financial ability to fix their vehicle. They do make a huge positive impact on their community and I love seeing people like that rewarded for their selfless behavior. Hope you have a great holiday weekend Lonnie. 🙏 ✌️

[@stevennunez6013]

Richard right back at ya lol

[@TsunauticusIV]

@Louis Edwards Good to hear someone is representing North Carolina! My dad is from there... and I always loved traveling to that state to visit family. So many beautiful areas and the people we super nice. People driving down the road all waved at each other. Lol. Maybe I should move to North Carolina. 🤔 Y’all need some shop help over there? If so... I’m on the way! Lol

[@TsunauticusIV]

@Louis Edwards It’s ok. I was only joking about the job anyway. But my dad was from more of the western side of North Carolina. Out near the mountains. They were tobacco farmers. They didn’t get electricity where they lived in til the early 1960s. They lived a simple life out there. Lol. I couldn’t imagine living without electricity. Phew.

[@TsunauticusIV]

@Louis Edwards That’s awesome! That brings back some memories. They used those old square body Chevy trucks a lot when I was a kid. My dad even had a scottsdale stepside truck that has 44” tires on it. I remember walking under it and swinging from the driveshaft when I was kid. 😂 He didn’t use that particular truck working but he had others for working on the farm. They loved those old square body Chevy trucks on those tobacco farms tho. I tried helping picking tobacco one time and it was miserable work. Under my arm pit was super sticky by the end of the day where I was holding the tobacco leaves under my arm as I walked and picked. I think I bent over about a million times that day! 😂 unfortunately my grandfather passed away and they sold the farm not long after that day. Wish it was still in the family. Anyway, great to hear some folks from NC are doing the community right. 🙏 y’all have a great Memorial Day now.

[@rolon-ew5kl]

When the boots come off in the paint booth you know that paint job about to be good 😂

[@Pjbelman]

I like your sense of humor about the condition of the truck/enjoy the weekend

[@AmelsGarage]

More music city trucks. Love the builds that they are doing.

[@MrTbone1113]

Curious why you wouldn't move the trailing arm mounts back the 5" instead of cut your arms shorter. You'd maintain a better suspension geometry through articulation.

[@bowez9]

The purpose of these shows isn't showing the best way or the right way but the ways the sponsors want. The only reason I can come up with would be transmission clearance.

[@codyparker679]

Yeah my front arms are 5ft long and is amazing compared to me friends with the stock 3ft arms. But these guys don't always do what's best

[@Dingens64]

@@codyparker679 I expected they used leaf springs again because of the reliability… I've seen many broken coilover springs but never a broken leaf spring

[@chriscase6341]

Maybe I heard it was back against the body mount

[@bbearhug]

Because they are not smart.

[@PanicDeceptive2020]

Really loving this Gordan Freeman and Yelawolf build bad ass trucks thing. Subbed

[@chrismcdonald3567]

I’ve never been disappointed or thought a show was done poorly on any episode of power nation or power block ever but this one was pretty bad. From a rushed confusing paint segment to fumbling through mock up and install of the suspension it left a lot to be desired. Definitely the least satisfying episode I’ve ever watched.

[@smolscale]

Power block was only good 10 or so years ago. Screw this new shit

[@wirebrush]

The choice of black just made every imperfection stand out too. It almost looks worse after paint. What a waste.

[@scottgetz8233]

this whole episode is cringe

[@pauldionne1665]

This is some really cool build. Love to see the finished product and its performance. This is a new truck.

[@victorramosjr2239]

My dream 4x4.

[@rlfdavin]

So I went to the parts list on the website and I guess off-road design made the 4link kit? But where did they get the axles from? All their kinks just send me to summit page, not to the actual item. And yes it sat a little to high for me. But looks great for a daily. (What I'm looking to build)

[@jamescole6846]

Thats about 15,000 dollars worth of axles. If not more. With the rims/tires/brakes etc.. probably 20k under that not including the 4-6K for those shocks. Go look up Dana60 axle sets. Completed ones are as high as 22K depending.

[@nairbllebpmac4179]

Y'all know they called the Titanic "unsinkable", just sayin'. Great build, perfect paint job, outstanding suspension, can't wait to see her on the trail. Much love from Fate Texas!

[@dodgeguyz]

Had to search for this one. After seeing them wheel it and seeing the rear suspension damage (that they didn’t address) I can see why the axle shifted like it did. They say it’s triangulated, but the degree that the arms are mounted still requires a panhard bar (or trac bar) to keep the axle located under the truck.

[@Oliver-yt2bc]

Silly to cut the front arms instead of moving the mounts back 🙄

[@MyLonewolf25]

This is a show what do you expect

[@robertfrey3607]

I will see your "unbreakable" and raise you the "Law of unforeseen circumstances."

[@JoeRocket-sf6qs]

I have a fourney 140,it's great as long as I use lincoln wire anything else is crap it's fluxcore so a little more sparks and spatter but it burns into 3/8" plate no problem.

[@JohnDoe-pv2iu]

Cheap wire sucks for any machine! I have tried a couple of different wires with gas shielding and Lincoln wire is by far the best. Take Care, John

[@hockeyfreak043]

Should have raptor liner.if its not a street truck.an used for off road..raptor would have last longer,an it's an easy fix.

[@shawnriddle3018]

unbreakable with a crack prone C channel frame. lol

[@zososldier]

For real. Should definetly box that frame.

[@eln0n01]

I was just telling my buddy the same about his suburban build, toughen up that frame or we’ll be working on this truck again next year

[@1320Jason]

Nice work guys!

[@gregmottram292]

Looking good. Not as much travel as Mike Patey’s latest back country plane build though.

[@Trains-With-Shane]

Certainly made more progress than I have on the suburban on my channel. LOL it helps to have a big budget and an equipped facility. Still though, I think the only gripe I have with this build so far is that you could have done with a more durable body coating like Raptor or Line-X or something knowing that this thing is going to spend a ton of time (at least in theory) on the trails. Could have saved that sponsored flat black hotrod paint for some kind of rat rod build on one of your partner shows.

[@CrankAddict]

Awesome job. It makes me want to redo my own suburban. How do the four links perform for a daily driver?

[@davidfindley1588]

Good one guys Keepemcoming

[@Franko1942]

why didn't you get the 14 bolt shaved while you were at it?

[@glennman5619]

Beast

[@memphisreigns1498]

OTTO MAN!!!

[@johnbean1994]

Great job

[@shinymud7]

Do you guys still believe in and or use waterborne paint? Thank you. If not why?

[@russelstrawmire9817]

Lmao I don't even think the average joe could afford one of those single shocks let alone the whole car

[@BobbyOfEarth]

A few shows under the ole belt, ..I like the synergy with these guys. Is there a Ford in the house?

[@gregorysmith1107]

I would like to see something done to a 4.6 ford motor I have a 99 and I would like to spice it up but have no ideal what to do to it any suggestions

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Cool!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@tbdaemon]

Any plans to build a classic COE or a Cummins powered build?

[@finnthehuman5260]

Great team 👏

[@autoSerega]

*Человек, который читает мой коментарий, желаю тебе и твоей семье, крепкого здоровья!!!*

[@ronniecardy]

Looking good 👍

[@SteveXNYC]

Nothing is unbreakable. Nothing.

[@bmstylee]

A mechanical Cummins is close.

[@zososldier]

@@bmstylee killer dowel pin. Dead.

[@nickholmer175]

@6:45 "this is pre cut and pre measured" @10:45 cutting? just move the bracket back 5" ??? Also why would you put the shock tabs in that orientation, and not put them on the bottom on the shock hoop? Make the load travel in the same plane.

[@marcoschacon1768]

Sweet

[@emilioworks2719]

Been waiting on this!

[@ismaeltorres8848]

Should have put a beast diesel so u can also tow to go play

[@TenBucks76]

Please upgrade the tires to some 43x14.50-17 Interco SX's on some 17" beadlock wheels.

[@mikeyeaman7801]

I’m doing 57 rv 4x4 small

[@SkyShupe]

You really needed to relocate your body mount link brackets. Didn’t consider any sort of anti-dive values.. this vehicle could be really unsafe off-road

[@kennethcarr2449]

Wow

[@Benz_yoii]

Hay i want to see benz300D 4x4 off road

[@h2oskiaddict]

This show needs more Ian Johnson.

[@BigTireGarage]

Ha Ha

[@kunu98]

The back level?

[@zososldier]

No. The engine isn't even in yet so the front will drop. Either way, you should want it level or front slightly higher.

[@kunu98]

@@zososldier ahh, forgot about the engine. My truck has the rear up an inch

[@zososldier]

@@kunu98 level it out unless it is a long distance tow rig.

[@kunu98]

@@zososldier seems more less level as time goes on. It’s a 97 ram. Gave up modifying it, life got in the way haha

[@toddrohrlach8336]

Unbreakable ? The rear end looked broken after you tested it .

[@zososldier]

4 inches higher than they said it was gonna be is right. Way too high.

[@stevencarnes7790]

Na it just needs taller wider tires

[@zososldier]

@@stevencarnes7790 even up to a 42 it is to tall. Putting larger tires would make it even taller Should cut the fenders and lower it a good 2-4 inches if they want it to perform. Seeing how they already cut the body up, do it right and make some up travel clearance. A 4 to maybe 6 inch lift is all you need while keeping your center of gravity low on a medium tire like a 40-42.

[@wirebrush]

Yep. I was really cringing when the decided to only move the front axle 1/2 inch forward. I'd have gone 2-3" forward in order to fit those tires without the huge amount of lift. I love those skinny Boggers (I had the same on my 1 ton Blazer) but, especially aired down, they're going to make that tall rig feel really sketchy.

[@zososldier]

@@wirebrush yeah, I wouldn't run a suburban if one wants to legit offroad. Maybe if you bobbed the back. Most folks who run blazers or pickups will stretch the front 3-5 inches for fender clearance as you said and better approach angle. An added benefit would have been keeping the factory air box due to the shock hoops being further forward.

[@tacomas9602]

Not even bubba's 350 could break these axles

[@donparker1823]

I love it that these guys measure in inches and not in metric units. Only two kinds of people in the world, those that landed on the moon (6 times) and those that use the metric system.

[@humppanen9130]

You do understand they used metric in Apollo missions..? Please say yes. Inches are good when building half assed trucks and houses, not on moon landings lmao.

[@donparker1823]

@@humppanen9130 no they didn’t. NASA didn’t start using metrics until the 90’s. Those astronauts drank java in cups not milliliters. It was pounds of thrust not newton meters. It was feet per second on landing not KPH. It was just the Nazi Werner Van Braun who thought in metrics.

[@videosgoneviral7858]

One car i never see anyone talk about the 2005 dodge neon sxt.. ashame mine been sitting for 3 years just because of the clutch plate.. one day i get it back on the road.. just suprises me they say the 2.0 engine cant be modifyed to do more.. but anyways i watch yalls vids great job👍👍

[@Hirthirthirt]

43 and quarter? Come ooooon guys, you really still use that inch-crap??? We have metric tapes for that.

[@johnblackbird4520]

What a shame flat paint sucks it’s a waste of time it always looks like garbage if your going to take any time to paint then take all the time to do it right

[@btakin8737]

Dude, is that a love bite? If it is a medical condition I apologize, if it is a hickey, really?😝😝😝😝

[@VinceGuzman]

That rear axel should be the other way around

[@markriley141]

Ride height is entirely too tall.

[@lifeoutdoors770]

First here!!

[@grcyvtcffuubucfuv]

I bought my 3rd and 7th wife from Summit Racing

[@rustyshackleford359]

Seems like every time I tune into power nation there’s a new tv show and set hosts. What gives?

[@logwilky208]

Why did you GOOBERS put 31-9.50’s on it????????

[@HP.Customs]

Haha thank god he trimmed his hair.

[@valeriyl8814]

Why so stupid mounting trac bar?

[@johnmirbach2338]

😁👌🖖👍✌😎

[@samael3223]

Way to tall.

[@JoeRocket-sf6qs]

Where are the adults??

[@altonlyter2024]

Why does Brandon have a hickey?

[@TsunauticusIV]

He was viciously attacked by his pet algae eater. He was asleep and the fish escaped the fish tank and attached itself to his neck.

[@TrumpAmerica-2024]

it's from his curling iron

[@tedsmith3061]

It used to be a Burb.

[@Degenerate124]

Day 68 of becoming the most subscribed KZbin channel with zero video’s so I can live the life. 💪🏼🙎🏼‍♂️🤙🏼...

[@TrumpAmerica-2024]

too much black, should have done urban camo and then called it "suburban camo"

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