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While we're on the subject... What's the difference between the kit listed above and the "Toytec Ultimate?" The price is significantly different, but I'm not clear on what parts (and more importantly performance) is different. Thanks. -Tim

If it was SiriusXM compatible, I think I'd order one today. Bummer. It looks like a nice unit at a great price.

Update- I took it to the local garage (Charley's), and they said the CV boots were fine, which saved me a $600 un-needed dealer service. They also didn't charge me anything to look at it- They just asked that when something is actually wrong, that I give them the business of repairing it. Class...

Yeah, you're all right. I'm going back to Charley's Garage from now on. I've always gotten a good vibe from them, I'll just pay more for their oil change and have peace of mind.

I received a coupon in the mail from the local Toyota dealer- 3 oil changes for $75. I went for it. Everytime I go to get one of those oil changes, I the service manager gives me a laundry list of flushes, repairs, replacements, etc. that the Technician noticed I "desperately" need. I know...

For the life of me, I can't understand PSU deciding to fire the head coach, who HEARD about the rape, then promoting the guy who WITNESSED it with own eyes to be head coach today. They've backed off from that plan and put McQueary (the eyewitness) on leave. But it boggles my mind that they...

I think it is much, much more likely that an illegal firearm (according to CA) gets you in severe legal trouble than it ends up saving your life. But if you feel your life is in danger, I guess you do what you gotta do.

Forgive me if I'm misunderstanding your post, and I have no knowledge of CA gun laws : But if you're flaunting the fact that you are breaking your state's gun laws on a public forum, then I think you may be demonstrating the exact lack of judgement and understanding of consequences that the...

I'm looking at a similar planned build, but I'm not familiar with replacing the UCA's- what is that for? Is it to make them compatible with the lift? I'm also trying to figure out the need for the diff drop. A local 4x4 shop (Slee Off Road) told me not to bother with the diff drop for the 4th...

Have you looked at the Rocky Road Supersliders? They might fit the bill for you. Are you adding a lift as well? I want to be able to use my sliders as a step as well. I'm not convinced how well this will work, though.

Thanks! So The Man-A-Fre front engine and tranny skids would be $440 + shipping. Budbuilt's front and mid skid plates would be $600 + shipping. These prices all include powder-coating. Is this an apple's to apple's comparison? If so the choice seems simple...

OK! I'm pretty much set on the OME medium duty from Toytec for my lift. For sliders, I think I'm going to go with the Rocky Road Supersliders ($409 + shipping). The price is competitive, they bolt on, and they ship in about 2 weeks. My other option is Addicted Off-Road's Rock Sliders ($325...

Thanks, everyone! I think I have a plan now, and I'll be ordering parts and pieces in the near future. I'll be sure to update with pics!

Good point. I have no plans to add aftermarket bumpers now or in the near future.

OK- not to over-analyze this to death, but should I get the medium or light duty OME kit? 90% of the time it's just me in the truck, and I carry about 50 pounds of gear in the back at all times. Will the added weight of some sliders and maybe a skid plate or two (skids won't be installed until...