Can Am X3 part duex - the build/decorating of the new one

[Sand Shark]

Looks like my cage is progressing along.  Stopped by to iron out a few details on the spare tire rack and some other small details.  If all goes well I should have my cage installed next Friday. 

 

[Sand Shark]

Thad at Fabwerx does a cool thing where he incorporates a mount that goes to the rear shock upper mount.   

 

[ROBERT L]

Thad at Fabwerx does a cool thing where he incorporates a mount that goes to the rear shock upper mount.   

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I like that adds to the strength. 

 

[Sand Shark]

Got some pictures sent of the spare tire carrier Thad made today.  I can remove it for the dunes.   Liking how it is turning out.   Talk to him this morning about it and he got to work on it.   
 

 

[Lord of the Dunes]

Thad at Fabwerx does a cool thing where he incorporates a mount that goes to the rear shock upper mount.   

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He missed a spot. Like all the way around that big gusset.

Didn't your UTV come with a roll cage?

:smile:

 

[Sand Shark]

He missed a spot. Like all the way around that big gusset.

Didn't your UTV come with a roll cage?

:smile:

Roll cage fell off with the front end

 

[Lord of the Dunes]

Roll cage fell off with the front end

OK, but if you mention Speed UTV QC ever again, I'll be forced to mention this post...

:lol:

 

[Lord of the Dunes]

Since we're looking at it, he does very nice work! 

:thumb:

 

[SandTrap]

Thats is so NICE

 

[Sand Shark]

OK, but if you mention Speed UTV QC ever again, I'll be forced to mention this post...

:lol:

LOL!   

 

[SandTrap]

Cant wait to see it all done

 

[Sand Shark]

Cant wait to see it all done

It is getting closer.  Installing my S3 Powersports a-arms and TMW gusset kit and bumper this weekend.  Hope to have it on all 4 wheels today.  

Hopefully have the cage on Friday and then still have to wire all the lights, radio and pumper. 

 

[Sand Shark]

Spent the weekend installing the TMW gusset kit, shock tower brace, bumper/winch and S3 a-arms.   The TWW gusset kit is not a one person job.  You need extra hands to get the lower arms on dues to the way the due the lower a-arm rear gusset as one piece.  Thankfully I had a few friends come over and help out.  

The gusset kit is well designed and stout.  Pictures were taken before I tightened all the bolts and torqued to spec. 

 

[Sand Shark]

Had to remove the little stops on the front hubs as the ball joint cup on the S3 arms was hitting.  Per the instructions from S3 you remove the stop.  It was quick work with a cut off wheel. 

 

[Sand Shark]

Had to to a little trimming on the front plastics so it fits around the bumper.  Did that last night and put the wheels on.   Just have to button up a few things and it will be ready for the cage to be installed. 

The next big project will be hooking up the Switch-Pros and all the lights and accessories. 

 

[NIKAL]

Had to remove the little stops on the front hubs as the ball joint cup on the S3 arms was hitting.  Per the instructions from S3 you remove the stop.  It was quick work with a cut off wheel. 

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I thought S3 used hiems vs ball joints on their kit? 

 

[Sand Shark]

I thought S3 used hiems vs ball joints on their kit? 

No they use stock ball joints or the Keller ball joints.  I have seen the Keller ball joints fail two times on my friends ride.  I had no issues with the stock ball joints on my last ride.   

Only seen a few use the uniball set up - Long Travel Industries and Fabwerx.  

 

[SandTrap]

Very cool

 

[Sand Shark]

Picked up my car from Thad at Fabwerx today.  I am super happy on how it turned out.  Thad’s cages are top notch and have nice clean lines.   Lots of little details that sets his work apart from the rest.

 

[Sand Shark]

His cage incorporates an upper shock support.  B-pillar is a work of art.