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by mickm
Tue Nov 29, 2005 9:03 am
Forum: Tires / Lifts / Suspension
Topic: 6"Superlift Fitment Trouble
Replies: 20
Views: 2045

GeorgeBlazah is correct, Grizz's problems stems from a hole control point tolerance. This spurred an inquire into the issue where it was discovered one of the pinning processes in the welding phase of construction was not corrected adhered to. This has now been corrected both in components on the sh...
by mickm
Mon Nov 28, 2005 5:16 am
Forum: Tires / Lifts / Suspension
Topic: 6"Superlift Fitment Trouble
Replies: 20
Views: 2045

Hello All, KB did write me this weekend and while I will do everything possible to get his problem addressed, his dilemma brings to light a situation that may be of help to anyone with a problem in the future. When you have a problem such as KB's it is understandable that you would like an answer im...
by mickm
Fri Jan 21, 2005 9:38 am
Forum: Tires / Lifts / Suspension
Topic: Superlift 6" kit is out, your feedback?
Replies: 23
Views: 2582

Good Day Gentlemen, "coreylubahn"-With the prescribed offset & tire size there can be a minor rubbing issue at the rear lower corner of the body only in extreme compression situations. On K-Customs truck we removed @1/2" of material diagonally from the lower outer skin. This amount is so minor, it i...
by mickm
Fri Jan 14, 2005 2:18 pm
Forum: Tires / Lifts / Suspension
Topic: Superlift 6" kit is out, your feedback?
Replies: 23
Views: 2582

Hello, Jeffc-Since my domain is the Engineering Dept, I can't answer your question concerning the web site. I can and will pass along your very valid question to the proper personal. Jeggers_ The last version of the lower shock bracket will consist of two pieces. These are assembled in a manor so as...
by mickm
Thu Jan 13, 2005 9:15 am
Forum: Tires / Lifts / Suspension
Topic: Superlift 6" kit is out, your feedback?
Replies: 23
Views: 2582

Hello, Jeff, I will address each point of interest you named as best I can. Item 1: Part numbering error on Pg. 11 Answer: You are correct! As you know there are many numbers contained in this kit. Hardware lists are scrutinized several times by several different people in efforts to eliminate any i...
by mickm
Wed Jan 12, 2005 8:05 am
Forum: Tires / Lifts / Suspension
Topic: Superlift 6" kit is out, your feedback?
Replies: 23
Views: 2582

Hello, Jeffc; thank you for taking the time to give your constructive observations. I will address each of your points, but it will require some leg work on my end. Could you give me the part number you found to be incorrect in the instructions. This will shorten my data research time. Quickbiker; t...
by mickm
Tue Jan 11, 2005 8:48 am
Forum: Tires / Lifts / Suspension
Topic: Superlift 6" kit is out, your feedback?
Replies: 23
Views: 2582

Superlift 6" kit is out, your feedback?

Good Day Gentlemen, Superlift has been shipping it's new S-10 kit for some time now and I see where some of you have purchased and even installed your kits. One reason for my post today is to give project updates, that you may not be aware of. Due to the age of the S-10 and it's variants, some data ...
by mickm
Wed Dec 22, 2004 7:46 am
Forum: Tires / Lifts / Suspension
Topic: superlift install
Replies: 46
Views: 5590

Hello, Without requiring removal of material from the upper control arm's inner fascia, the shock absorber's operating box is excessively limited. Only when using certain cylinders have we experienced minor rubbing of the shock's upper body against the frame. I have designed new shock brackets addre...
by mickm
Mon Nov 29, 2004 12:00 pm
Forum: Tires / Lifts / Suspension
Topic: 6" superlift arrived today!
Replies: 3
Views: 661

Jeffc, You are very welcome. :D I would suggest you take time to read the instructions, twice, prior to begining your installation process. This kit is complex and tolerances are tight. The instructions are explicit and if followed should serve to make your install trouble free. I feel confident you...
by mickm
Thu Nov 18, 2004 7:23 am
Forum: Tires / Lifts / Suspension
Topic: SUPERLIFT
Replies: 16
Views: 1821

jeffc As f9k9 stated, problems with outsourced suppliers have proven to be a delay in getting S-10 kits to the dealers. I personally checked the shipping agenda this morning and kits will be leaving either today or tomorrow, without fail. I do not know where you ordered your kit, so I cannot state a...
by mickm
Mon Nov 15, 2004 11:52 am
Forum: Tires / Lifts / Suspension
Topic: SUPERLIFT
Replies: 16
Views: 1821

Camelott112,
Are you saying that your installer won't install SL's new kit because your crew cab is an "2004? (the last year for the S-10 platform)
If so, then you are in luck as the new kit "does" fit the 2004 year model.
Mickm
by mickm
Wed Oct 20, 2004 9:00 am
Forum: Tires / Lifts / Suspension
Topic: superlift kit release date?
Replies: 79
Views: 10262

Hello, As SEMA quickly approaches, little time is available for surfing forums but I know you are anxious to have a "qualified" update from Superlift. You asked for it, here it is... New S-10 brackets are on the shelves "now". However shipping has been delayed due to shock availability. The S-10 pla...
by mickm
Tue Sep 07, 2004 10:42 am
Forum: Tires / Lifts / Suspension
Topic: superlift kit release date?
Replies: 79
Views: 10262

Superlift's new S-10-6" kit has been released for production. Parts should be arriving at dealers with the next 4-5 weeks. Superlift will be making a formal announcement any day now, but since I have been reading this site for the past few months, I thought I would give you an official word. The kit...
by mickm
Thu Apr 22, 2004 9:28 pm
Forum: Tires / Lifts / Suspension
Topic: 6" Superlift -reality or myth?
Replies: 257
Views: 35975

A brief update on the S-10/Sonoma platform project: 1. Test vehicle is currently undergoing test procedures. 2. Initial ride/handling characteristics are good. 3. Initial system installation, fit and alignment is good. We are pleased with our evaluation to this point but ,prior to production kits be...
by mickm
Thu Mar 25, 2004 11:59 pm
Forum: Tires / Lifts / Suspension
Topic: 6" Superlift -reality or myth?
Replies: 257
Views: 35975

Good evening gentlemen, I have not been able to post due to time restraints at this point in the S-10 project. However, KCustom did post my last letter to him with information regarding current project status. I hope this quenched your thirst briefly. *Regarding the ability to return the vehicle to ...
by mickm
Fri Mar 12, 2004 7:35 pm
Forum: Tires / Lifts / Suspension
Topic: 6" Superlift -reality or myth?
Replies: 257
Views: 35975

I am the lead design engineer for the S-10/Sonoma platform. Superlift's new "f.rame I.ntegrated T.echnology: utilizes the same technology as the OE's use in designing suspension components that integrate and work with the original suspension design. This allows the suspension to retaining original g...
by mickm
Thu Mar 11, 2004 2:27 pm
Forum: Tires / Lifts / Suspension
Topic: 6" Superlift -reality or myth?
Replies: 257
Views: 35975

Superlift will indeed be releasing a 6" kit for the S-10/Sonoma. It will incorporate the new "F.I.T." series technology, that is raising the bar in suspension lift design. Initial part design is nearing completion. I cannot give a release date as there is a lot of testing, documentation, and details...