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Old Mar 15, 2003 | 07:47 AM
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here's a few photo's of the new brake system and front suspension on my 01 lightning. we worked with AJE to have this kit made and available to those who are interested....
 
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Old Mar 15, 2003 | 07:49 AM
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Old Mar 15, 2003 | 07:50 AM
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Old Mar 15, 2003 | 07:51 AM
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Old Mar 15, 2003 | 07:52 AM
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Old Mar 15, 2003 | 07:58 AM
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Now thats some sweet bling

That sure looks interesting, tell us more???
 
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Old Mar 15, 2003 | 08:02 AM
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Impressive.. looks sweet............

PEaCE...............
 
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Old Mar 15, 2003 | 08:15 AM
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The suspension kit has dropped off around 100# off the front end The braking system is from AeroSpace Technology.It is now a rack&pinion With No power steering. But i was amazed how easy it is to turn the wheel sitting still.The small front tires make it very easy to turn..This is just 1 way we are trying to get the truck under 4,000# with me in it this year.........JL
 
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Old Mar 15, 2003 | 08:21 AM
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VERY NICE
I like it
I like it
 
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Old Mar 15, 2003 | 09:08 AM
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Ok, I'm now looking for a 3rd job to pay for my mods.
 
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Old Mar 15, 2003 | 10:02 AM
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How much is this new brake kit??? and does it fit 15 inch skinnies with no problem???
 
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Old Mar 15, 2003 | 10:05 AM
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Originally posted by JohnnyLightning
The suspension kit has dropped off around 100# off the front end The braking system is from AeroSpace Technology. This is just 1 way we are trying to get the truck under 4,000# with me in it this year.........JL
I am soooo glad to see some people finally seriously going after this. JL have you removed the AC system?? What about the wipers and motor?? Don't even get me started on what can be removed under the truck.

Good luck JL.

--Joe
 
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Old Mar 15, 2003 | 10:19 AM
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It looks like the front suspension is a coil over design with a adjustable ride hight ring under the spring, and that the lower control arm will only work with the coil over setup??

Am I correct, or maybee it is just the camera angle.
 
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Old Jun 7, 2005 | 08:00 PM
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Back from the dead........

I'm considering this set-up from AJE. Anyone running it have any input on the setup. AJE claims to have about 10 of them out there.
Johnny are you still running this now. If so is it OK for some light street duty?
Cost??

Eric
 
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Old Jun 7, 2005 | 08:35 PM
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looks pretty slick to me, whats the pricing and is it semi streetable?
 
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