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BassAckwards' AWD Turbo 2TR-FE

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Builds (2005-2015)' started by BassAckwards, May 19, 2017.

  1. Apr 10, 2018 at 9:32 AM
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    BassAckwards

    BassAckwards [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Oh yes, great quality, i have worked mine hard, and they have never caused me a single issue. I drive offroad quite a bit as well. I would definitely recommend them
     
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  2. Apr 10, 2018 at 9:34 AM
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    perfect!! Im gonna do it. Thanks so much man
     
  3. Apr 10, 2018 at 9:37 AM
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    @trdsport6

    Heres a pic recently when i had the truck loaded down to go get tires installed. I had five wheels and tires on a 50lb cargo basket, four more tires in my camper shell (about 265lbs worth of new tires), and then all the normal weight i have on the truck, which is about 500lbs out back with the camper shell, tools, and other gear. I aired those bad boys up and i was on my way lol. The truck was struggling, but i was sitting level

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  4. Apr 10, 2018 at 9:38 AM
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    Phoosa

    Phoosa I never saw nothing.

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    Was this a kit or did you have to piece it all together?
    Weighing my options since I built a bedrack.

    Chevy 63s vs Dakar vs Bags vs SUMO Springs.


    I hate choices.
     
  5. Apr 10, 2018 at 9:44 AM
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    It was a kit. They send you bags, air lines, fittings, and all the brackets/hardware needed to mount them up. If i were you, id go leaf springs personally. The bags are great for weight handling and adjustability, but the ride can be a little bouncy from time to time.. im going to be upgrading to dakars in the coming months myself
     
  6. Apr 10, 2018 at 10:02 AM
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    Phoosa I never saw nothing.

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    Thanks for heads up.
     
  7. Apr 10, 2018 at 10:07 AM
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    heck yea man. that is awesome!!
     
  8. Apr 10, 2018 at 10:08 AM
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    how soon are you taking yours off?
     
  9. Apr 10, 2018 at 10:12 AM
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  10. Apr 10, 2018 at 10:12 AM
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    ill buy them lol
     
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  11. Apr 10, 2018 at 10:13 AM
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    pixelsailor TTC #33

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    lol I figured you were hinting in that direction
     
  12. Apr 10, 2018 at 10:14 AM
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    :spy: always looking for a good deal :rofl:
     
  13. Apr 10, 2018 at 10:20 AM
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    Unfortunately probably not for at least a few months.. so i wouldnt wait on me if you are in need of something now.. i just bought gears and tires recently, so thats putting a damper on my mod money:anonymous:

    Ill keep you in mind though whenever i get ready to sell them!
     
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  14. Apr 10, 2018 at 10:23 AM
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    ok ill probably buy some new but I have a buddy that might want them. Ill keep in touch. thanks for the help man
     
  15. Apr 10, 2018 at 10:24 AM
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    No problem!:hattip:
     
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  16. Apr 17, 2018 at 12:24 PM
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    Well one of my VLEDs switchback turn signals took a dump again.. last time it was the drivers side, now its the passenger side. They said they were going to upgrade me to the new v6 tritons, but i have this weird feeling that theyre going to deny my warranty claim since they were covered in bastrop mud.. crossing my fingers and hoping it all works out:fingerscrossed:

    Their customer service has been good up to this point, but since they discontinued my v3’s, my warranty is pretty much null and void going forward.. its a shame because i spent $$$ up front to get these knowing they had a lifetime warranty
     
  17. Apr 29, 2018 at 7:24 PM
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    A few updates finally. VLEDs is going to warranty my blinkers, so im going to have those in the mail to install tomorrow!:D

    Last week, wired up and plumbed my ARB twin compressor, manifold, and ran the switches into the cab.

    This weekend, regeared with 4.88s and added an ARB RD129 locker. Did some fitment for the switches underneath the radio today and finally got them in place.

    While trying to track down metal-on-metal clanking/clattering noises this weekend, i ended up tightening all my ubolts which were loose after i got my recall springs installed, and pulled the driveshaft and replaced the ujoint near the carrier bearing which was bad. That should solve the driveline vibes ive been having at 45-50mph.

    Ive got about 280 miles on the new gears so far and couldnt be happier. Truck has plenty of power now, and i can finally use fifth gear again.

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  18. Apr 29, 2018 at 7:44 PM
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    Kick ass!!! Reading about your gears is making me want to fix my 3rd gen with 4.88s
     
  19. Apr 29, 2018 at 7:48 PM
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    Definitely is a great ratio for running bigger tires, lots of extra weight, or both. You wont be disappointed!
     
  20. Apr 29, 2018 at 7:50 PM
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    13 to 20mpg!?
    Holy :censored::censored::censored::censored::censored::censored:.

    That alone will make re-gearing worth the cost.
     

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