Recent content by dade73

Recovery boards: I have Xbull/Boar offroad boards. Both sets rated to 10k (per board on flat surface). Only had to use them twice. So far they held up, haven't had any technical issues with them. For price point, can't beat them ($160 for all 4). However they do not stack all that well or...

I run a Smittybilt X2O 12k pro comp I picked up from my local 4Wheel Parts. Used it a few times, been submerged a few times. No issues with it.

It took me a bit to save for it.

got my suspension and on finally after 3 years!

I recently put a Dobinsons 3" lift on my truck with long travel in the rear. They have various height and weight options.

I powder coated mine. Dades Bluegirl build A lot of people gave me $#!+, others loved it. I don't care. It's my 4runner, it's my money. I have touchup paint from when I do scratch it up. For rock crawling, Id say paint it, just from the amount of times you are going to have to touch it...

Here is front and rear completed.

I mounted both my GMRS and CB in my center console. This includes the mic spliters for dual access. Plenty of space. Dades Bluegirl build

After 3 years, I was finally able to get a suspension. Dobinsons. The TRD bilsteins were shot. I think both front struts were blown.

I would advise against it all together. Run a separate switch with a relay. Here is why: In some states its illegal to have more then 4 forward facing lights on at a time. Also I am pretty sure the light is not DOT approved, and or will violate some other on the road light law. SPods...

Here is the update to my boxes. In the process of cleaning up and marking each. I am color coding with reflective tape, and labeling. I am also adding button lights to each of my boxes so they have an independent light source incase things go sideways. Here is the boxes more updates. This...

several options: Amazon CH4x4 aironboard Just ensure you order the "SMALL" push switch. CH4x4 will let you customize pics and text. but you pay a little more. Aironboard doesn't let you customize but has many options Amazon is just the CH4x4 small push switches. sometimes a bit cheaper...

No lift yet. Slight rubbing on max turn.

Your budget will probably be the biggest determining factor on this. Good rule of thumb: working load be at least 1.5x the weight of your vehicle (loaded and trailer include if hauling a trailer). ARB probably one of the most reliable on the market but are Australian based company. I pieced...

I am running the X20 12k pro comp in my C4fab bumper. A few other people I know are running the same winch. I have had mine submerged, and used it no issues. used in in freezing temps, no issues. I do keep a spare 23a battery in box with the remote and cable.