At the start of this install, the stock shocks and mounts were removed so that we could bolt these new mounts on-they are made for the coilover shock conversion. Unlike the stock shock single-bolt-mount, these shocks mount in three places for added strength to accommodate the greater loads created by the coilovers. | 
Don checked the angle of the half-shafts (as they are often called) in order to ensure both sides were the same. | 
Don made two strut bars to temporarily take the place of the shocks. By making two of these with exactly the same length eye-to-eye, we could ensure the upper shock mount was located exactly equal side-to-side. This will prevent having a lopsided truck. The upper mount was bolted to the strut and clamped to the frame. |
After double-checking that both mounts were precisely located from the centerline and the half-shafts were at the same angle, Peter put the Rota Broach to work one more time. | 
The upper bracket was then bolted to the frame with four more stout bolts. | 
For this application, Don and Peter agreed that Aldan all-aluminum coilovers would not only look great, but would provide an exceptionally smooth ride, as they offer adjustability for damping and ride height. |
Don positioned the Aldan coilovers in the upper and lower mounts, where the temporary strut rods had been... | 
...then bolted the coilover in place using the supplied hardware. | 
With the Aldan coilover shocks bolted in place, this side shot gives a good view of the mounting brackets and the entire rearend-it's a neat high-tech rearend that will undoubtedly provide a superior ride. |
Here's the view offered to any following traffic-or curious show spectators. When finished, this truck will have a powdercoated frame and completely polished rearend with enough dazzle for even the most jaded hot rodder. In addition, the truck's owner will have the satisfaction of owning a sweet-looking truck-one that rides and handles better than any truck has a right to! | | |