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 Moving to the Watts link,...  Moving to the Watts link, the factory 10-bolt diff cover bolts were removed.  Using the supplied hardware,...  Using the supplied hardware, the KP Watts link cover was secured to the factory differential.  The KP Watts link then received...  The KP Watts link then received the supplied heim joints and support bars.  Using the front leaf spring...  Using the front leaf spring perch location, the front four-link bracket was welded into place and the four-link bars with adjustable rod ends were installed.  Needing to make room for the...  Needing to make room for the serious axle travel, Brian began welding in the eight-piece step notch around the factory framerails. A level was used to ensure each piece of the notch was straight and true.  Here you can see just how...  Here you can see just how serious the step notch is.  With Sawzall in hand, the...  With Sawzall in hand, the factory frame section was cut out and set in the scrap bin.  The inner step notch pieces...  The inner step notch pieces were then welded together and the Chevy had a solid step notch rear frame section.  After cutting out the factory...  After cutting out the factory bed floor for axle and step notch travel, simple tubing was then used to weld the notches together, providing both strength and rigidity. Note also the rolled inner fenders.  A bridge cover was then welded...  A bridge cover was then welded into place and the bed received a protective bed coating.  It was now time to run all...  It was now time to run all the air line, double-check fittings, ensure the electrical was handled and the air tanks were secured. With everything a go, the new Fesler Built wheels and Yokohama tires were mounted. The black wheel and red stripe combo looked awesome.
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