Marlin Crawler's New Rock Crawling Long Travel IFS Suspension System (#RCLT)

Will the RCLT have enough clearance to get over the stack of missed deadlines and empty promises?

 

Kind of doubt it hahaha

 

hahaha....

Seriously how is their customer service? I really like their products but don’t wanna drop mega bucks on a flakey company. Their production is so slow for all items.

total chaos, fox, and accutune have been outstanding..

 

I gave up. Constant BS they are feeding I have zero faith in Marlin anymore. Went with the TS+2” expedition.

 

Me to, I just upgraded my mid travel. BUT the taco box looks incredible

 

My experience a couple years ago was that MC was completely incapable of quoting realistic lead times and only offered an ever-expanding excuse matrix on the rare occasions that I could get ahold of someone.

My advice is to spend the 6-8 months you would end up waiting on a Taco Box saving up the extra funds for an Atlas. Those actually exist in reality and not just on a website.

 

I've been calling off and on for about six months for a crawl box and always hear the same thing, "our lead times are 3 to 4 months out and we're not taking orders". It's pretty sad when you have people with cash in hand that want to spend money and can't even do that. I hope they get it together. If you do install an atlas please do some sort of write up on it. I am leaning more towards that also.

 

Feel free to ask questions.

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/wishbone-runners-build.238998/page-65

 

That's hot

 

Sweet, I'm about half way through reading the build thread now. Great job and keep up the good work. The atlas will be an awesome upgrade.

 

Thanks, I'll be sure to look through your thread.

 

How low can you go with a 2 speed?

 

There is a list of their gearing is on their website stock Tacoma L is 2.7something
https://www.advanceadapters.com/products/atlas-transfer-case-builder-pro-series/

Choosing a Gear Set:

Since there are numerous engine, transmission, and axle combinations, the need for various transfer case gearing options has increased. The 2 speed Atlas transfer case now has 6 different low gearing options to suit the needs of your driving habits and your drivetrain components. Along with the these different Atlas 2 speed ratio options, we are now producing our new 4 speed Atlas transfer case. The 4 speed Atlas gives you 3 low ranges & 1 high range - a few more choices when it comes to 4-wheeling. You can now have the ultra low gearing for rock crawling, a low range gear for trail use, and mid range for sand and mud. Whether you're looking at the 2 speed Atlas or the 4 speed Atlas, your ratio options will be diverse.

The wide variety of Atlas gear ratio options have been designed to accommodate any type of drivetrain combination. Please be aware that the lower the final drive ratio gets, the harder it is to stop the vehicle when in gear. Larger brakes will be required to slow the vehicle. Shifting the transmission into neutral on an automatic or depressing the clutch on a manual will be required to bring your vehicle to a complete stop.

Atlas 2 Speed Ratios

1.5:1 : This is a newer ratio that looks like it will be more popular for the 4 speed and used in quite a few competition rigs as a 2 speed.

2.0:1 : This unit is more of a stock ratio found in most early full size trucks and used in quite a few competition rigs

3.0:1 : This unit is popular in numerous applications. Used in quite a few competition rigs

3.8:1 : The Atlas 3.8 is a good choice for the avid 4-wheeler since this low gear ratio is ideal for moderate to some extreme rock crawling.

4.3:1 : This unit is popular in numerous applications.

5.0:1 : This unit is popular in numerous applications.

Atlas 4 Speed Ratios

1.0:1 / 2.72:1 / 1.50:1 / 4.08:1

1.0:1 / 2.72:1 / 2.00:1 / 5.44:1

1.0:1 / 2.72:1 / 3.00:1 / 8.16:1

1.0:1 / 2.72:1 / 3.80:1 / 10.34:1

1.0:1 / 2.72:1 / 4.3:1 / 11.69:1

With any of the Atlas ratios equipped in your 4WD, you have the opportunity to select a sensible ring and pinion gear ratio for great street performance. Combined with a low-geared crawl ratio of your choice, your vehicle will have the ultimate combination. This allows you to compete with the most well-equipped vehicle, but then be able to cruise comfortably down paved roads. If you are serious about on and offroad performance and dependability, then demand one of the Advance Adapters Atlas transfer cases.

All of the gear sets above except for the 1.5:1 and the 5.0:1 are available in two strength grades, a Trail Series and a Pro Series.

• Trail Series gear sets: The tried and true Atlas gears that we have been producing for years. These gears will take plenty of punishment are perfect for everyday off road use and abuse. This gear set has the 1.25" idler shaft.

• Pro Series gear sets: These are for the hardcore off road enthusiast or competitor who wants and needs the very best, and tend to punish and push their equipment to the limits day in and day out. These gears come in either a "super finished" state indicated by the(SF) in the part number or the standard finish. These gears all come with an 1.5" idler shaft.
  • 109% increase in beam strength, 7% dynamic/15% static load rating bearing sets, 25% thrust surface area for higher thrust loads, 7% reduction in weight
  • The super finished gears provide a number of benefits: less friction / lower operation temperatures, extended component life, increase efficiency & reduce lubrication requirements

 

Dam, that’s much more involved than I thought. Pretty awesome that You have the option to spec it out like that!

 

Oh yeah. I'm debating on selling the dual case set-up I have and saving to go atlas 4speed

 

I know that you your know your shit, but I find double low useful in sooo many situations where the 4.3 isn't low enough, and at times I wish it was even lower, even with an auto trans. That said, 4.3 (or 5 if you go single), is a huge improvement over stock. If I'm on a technical trail I will start with the 4.3 and pop into double low when I get to obstacles, then back to 4.3. For stuff like the high mountain cruiser trails I can get up to 25 with just the 2.72 and 4.3 is too slow.

Where I run into issues is being in 2.72 and getting stopped at an obstacle and wanting lower gearing, as shifting into the 4.3 from high takes a bit of moving and if you are already stopped can be a bitch. Really just need to look ahead and plan your shifts a bit more.

 

A single will also make the already long taco driveshaft longer, the front was unmodified and rear shortened by ~2.4" with the 4 speed.

 

It’s disappointing because I really want a crawler box. And it sure seems like they aren’t on top of those either. And the only game in town?

 

Atlas and stuff on the used market.