The square tubing is 1-1/4" and 1/8" wall, the axle brackets are welded into place , I machined bushings for a tight fit of the 5/8" thru bolts

 

The front idler is mounted from frame rail to frame rail and alows for movement of the axle as the suspension works and the bars have a pivot about 1 foot back from the hanger that allow for twisting of the frame while ditching on angles.

 

good job dude.lots of work and thought went in to that truck. maks me feel like an idiot

 

Thank man, better pics are in my gallery.............job wasnt really that bad, I hade fun doing it.

Cheers, Kevin

 

Here is a pic from the back, notice the axle brackets hang no lower than the rear differential.

Cheers, Kevin