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Discussion in '2nd Gen. Builds (2005-2015)' started by HolyReptar, Jun 25, 2012.

  1. Dec 17, 2013 at 3:14 PM
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    I'll throw up some more tomorrow when I work on the rack/toolbox. Roof rack is cake to install I did it myself. There is a metal strip that runs in the center of the strip that you have to figure out how to get through. I just drilled slow till it punctured. Make sure you put some silicone into the threads and around so it doesn't leak.

    Also pick up some of those sticky foam strips for the plexi/lexan wind deflector and run them alone the deflector where it would contact the bar between the screws prevents some insane sounding vibration. Ask me how I know 0.o


    I can't help with the high clearance since Tyler installed it for me haha. But I will say ask Tyler about the snips he used for cutting the bedsides. I still wanna get a set since they made it so easy.
     
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  2. Dec 21, 2013 at 10:27 AM
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    Cool thanks for the updates. Good call on the wind deflector. I cannot wait to get mine.
     
  3. Jan 7, 2014 at 7:12 PM
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  4. Jan 7, 2014 at 7:16 PM
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    Nice truck man. I'm digging that Pelfreybilt bumper. Definitely a huge improvement over the ARB. :woot:
     
  5. Jan 8, 2014 at 8:56 AM
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    oh right… I owed you more pictures lol :D

    rack with the bar on
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    got my deezee box installed and figuring out where to place the ammo can
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    both LED bars on, took the amber cover off the one in the bumper because it was decreasing light output significantly.
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    another shot of the rack with my antenna installed
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    a shot from pilot rock 01/06/14
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    I replaced my cv axle with an Oriellys spare because of a torn boot that I will replace and then reinstall the stock axle and installed my wheelers front bumps. Have to say that those bumps work great after getting to break them in doing the Pilot Rock trail the other day. I am going to have to replace the antenna though:mad: It caught a branch on the trail and bent a bit. Still works but I need to pull a SWR meters and see if it still tunes correctly after I bend it back.
     
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  6. Jan 8, 2014 at 9:48 PM
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    Couple of Shots of Pilotrock, nothing special

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    a little flex
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  7. Jan 9, 2014 at 8:07 PM
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    That looks like a fun trail :cheers:
     
  8. Jan 13, 2014 at 9:28 PM
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    Awesome I'm loving your truck! You could post 30 pics I don't think I could get sick if it.

    Thanks for the pics and what box did you go with? 42" or 37" or something else.
     
  9. Jan 13, 2014 at 9:38 PM
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    I went with the 37". I'm not sure the 42" would actually fit. The chest is great a huge improvement over the kobalt box I had on before the rack. I also still have plenty of space for my cooler, pelican cases and all the other stuff I drag along
     
  10. Jan 13, 2014 at 9:51 PM
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    Looking at your truck is making me anxious. We don't have many choices for bumpers in Canada so I was thinking of settling with ARB but then I said the hell with it and decided to order a pelfreybilt and have it shipped.

    Now I have to try to be patient and wait.
     
  11. Jan 13, 2014 at 9:53 PM
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    You made a good choice. Tyler's work is top notch and it works exactly as intended=D
     
  12. Jan 14, 2014 at 1:54 PM
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    You may be right about that. I think I saw it somewhere, but I could be mistaken. It doesn't look like there is a whole lot of room to squeeze another 5" in there. Once I get my rear bumper on and get my spare tire out of my bed I will be getting that box as well. I have had the damn thing in my Amazon wishlist for over a year.

    If you find time once it's filled up let me know what you are able to fit in it. I am kind of curious just how much stuff will fit in there.


    I can promise you that you wont regret that Pelfreybilt bumper. I love mine!
     
  13. Jan 14, 2014 at 2:10 PM
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    PMing you about the box.
     
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    Pelfreybilt is super sick and well worth the wait. Tyler is a rad guy too :woot:
     
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    His customer service was fantastic. Satin responded so fast to my questions. Made purchasing from them easy. Thinking of ordering the skid soon.
     
  16. Jan 30, 2014 at 4:00 PM
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    Awesome rig Bry! our builds are pretty similar :cheers:

    I'm on the waiting list for a Pelfrey front atm :D

    Also, i'm between the MTR and hankooks like you have for my next tire. anything you dont like about your hankooks? Thanks for any input!
     
  17. Jan 30, 2014 at 4:19 PM
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    its worth the wait bud:D

    Well, I love the hankooks I will definitely be sticking with them as my tires permanently until someting gets cheaper haha. I wish their load rating was a little higher but you cant have everything.

    They have worked great in all driving conditions so far. Only thing I have yet to drive them in is snow so you might want to ask someone elses opinion on then in that.

    Pavement they arent too loud as long as you rotate on a regular basis.
    Sand - they grip well when aired down, havent been stuck yet (knock on wood)
    Mud - I havent been in anything crazy deep but the puddles and holes that I have driven through havent shown me any issues.
    Dirt- Grip well
    Snow - ???
    Rain on pavement - I live in So Cal so not the best of an opinion but they are an MTR so you need to give a little more space in the rain but they grip well enough. I havent had the tires spin to much in the rain, I have slid a few times because of someone cutting me off but thats slamming the brakes.
    Aired Down - they roll well and have kept up with all the terrain that I have needed them for.

    Word of warning with them though. If you do not rotate regularly they will start to cup and once rthat happens it never really goes away so you will get vibrations. Once I realized that was my issue I have kept that set of tires in the garage incase I ever go through my spare haha.


    My rushed, wordy review while in class. :D
     
  18. Jan 30, 2014 at 4:36 PM
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    Sweet Review on the Kooks...I was highly considering those tires as well for my rig but settled on the MTRs. Either way Marc you'll be stoked! I do gotta say though the Hankooks are made in Taiwan and the MTRs are made in :oldglory: if you wanna get technical :D
     
  19. Jan 30, 2014 at 5:32 PM
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    haha, thanks for all the info Bry! The wait gives me a chance to get ready for it i guess (winch, lights ect...)

    haha, me likes 'merica made stuff Dave!
     
  20. Feb 2, 2014 at 6:44 AM
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    Hey man, it was nice meeting you at Ralph's yesterday. Wished I could have had more time to check out your truck. If Juan ever plans another hooters meet you gonna come out.
     

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