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DFW BS Thread : ********NEW MEET!! CHECK POST #1*******

Discussion in 'Texas' started by Silverspool, Jul 20, 2016.

  1. Aug 16, 2021 at 10:07 AM
    StockerWithALocker

    StockerWithALocker Well-Known Member

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    #previousownerproblems

    Dude used RTV as a substitute for an exhaust gasket. And all of the studs were basically hand tight. Broke down and got the wazoo ARP stud kit. Buy once, cry once.
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  2. Aug 16, 2021 at 11:28 AM
    Xplosiv

    Xplosiv Well-Known Member

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    Are any of the aftermarket LED tail lights worth a damn? Someone took out my passenger side tail light at the mall and im trying to decide if i want another stocker or swap them for aftermarkets.
     
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  3. Aug 16, 2021 at 12:02 PM
    StockerWithALocker

    StockerWithALocker Well-Known Member

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    I swapped the OEM bulbs for LED, and was happy with the results. All the replacement housings looked like something out of a SciFi movie, at the time.
     
  4. Aug 16, 2021 at 12:17 PM
    Xplosiv

    Xplosiv Well-Known Member

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    Yeah unfortunately mines got a nice crack in it now. Ill probably just find a stock replacement and roll with it.
     
  5. Aug 16, 2021 at 12:19 PM
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    I upgraded my bulbs when I jacknifed the boat into mine one night. Honestly, the OEMs look pretty decent to me.
     
  6. Aug 16, 2021 at 12:29 PM
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    Only thing I dont like about mine are the clear lenses and the chrome strip in them. Other than that and the rear bumper caps mines blacked out.
     
  7. Aug 16, 2021 at 2:09 PM
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    I replaced mine with 18-19(I think) stock tails after I busted one and then my ebay pro tail lights got dust inside. Same look as the stock ones that came on my truck but more black with no unnecessary chrome.
     
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  8. Aug 17, 2021 at 9:38 AM
    StockerWithALocker

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    After 3 weeks, finally got my tap from Grainger. Previous owner galled the threads on the crank flange, making it impossible to install the new flywheel. Reeeeeally hoping that chasing them, and new hardware solves the issue. The PTO adapter leaves no real room to drill/tap bigger threads. 16292182755708788473191243628619.jpg
     
  9. Aug 17, 2021 at 9:49 AM
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    meats superwhite MT taco meats

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    Lots--
    Same I like the simple Red, white backup and black housing-- The SR ones. Snag that and get LED bulbs
     
  10. Aug 18, 2021 at 9:25 AM
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  11. Aug 18, 2021 at 9:28 AM
    Beef Nachos

    Beef Nachos Here for a good time, not a long time

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    Triple threat
     
  12. Aug 18, 2021 at 9:37 AM
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    Do you know why Crocs have holes in them?

    So the last of your dignity can escape through your feet.
     
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  13. Aug 18, 2021 at 9:40 AM
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    I think were heading to the broken bow area to do some exploring this weekend. No real plan in mind. Leaving Friday after work and just going to wing it.
     
  14. Aug 18, 2021 at 11:16 AM
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    I hear the water levels had finally receded. It should be awesome up there
     
  15. Aug 18, 2021 at 11:18 AM
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    We're going to find out!!! Haha
     
  16. Aug 18, 2021 at 11:21 AM
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    Are you going kayaking?
     
  17. Aug 18, 2021 at 11:23 AM
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    Not this trip.... I always have my fly rod in the truck though!
     
  18. Aug 18, 2021 at 11:24 AM
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    So I’m more aerodynamic while I’m OMWTFYB
     
  19. Aug 18, 2021 at 1:12 PM
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  20. Aug 18, 2021 at 4:39 PM
    imthejaybird

    imthejaybird I make things and do stuff. TTC #287

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    Just pulled my wife’s Jeep home with my Toyota… kinetic ropes are awesome!
     
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