Note to self: Don't weld and Plasma cut in house-slippers and P.J.'s...
After many sleepless mornings, I think I have what I will be happy with, as far as a brace for the hanging Mor-ryde suspension.
It is difficult (for me) to figure a good system.
You can't weld onto the rubber-encased system without damaging the rubber, or possibly warping the (Mor-ryde) case.
Bolting to the case would damage, and degrade the spring mass of the rubber assembly.
So, I figured I would just clamp onto it. This has to be as good, or maybe better than the thin factory after-market bracing.
It's all 1/4" steel, the bolts will be 5/8 hardened.
The cross member will be carefully cut to length, I will make a jig for that to insure it is as close as I can get it. If it is a little short, I can shim it. I will then weld it securely.
This system covers all the problems encountered with coming up with something I could come up with.
Any of you could have this made in the field, (on the road) bolt it on yourself, and carry the square-stock to a shop and have it welded, however a portable welding service would be my choice while on the road. You could also have them do the whole deal if you wish.
Slide-show of the braces:
Suspension hanger bracing. This will allow a solid square-stock to go from side-to side.
Just cut it to the length, slide it in and weld it. If you get it close to touching each side, I think the welds will hold the flexing fine. You could shim as needed if your cut is short.
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