Honestly that doesn't really seem acceptable either, why should you have to sand it?
4runner TRD Pro
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Honestly that doesn't really seem acceptable either, why should you have to sand it?
Got a phone call this morning that a previously ordered White TRD Pro was available for immediate delivery. Apparently somebody forgot to ask their wife for permission. LOL
Fortunately I already had the wife's approval. Now in our garage.
Good for you. Congratulations on the new ride.
Something very similar happened to me a couple of weeks ago as well
I was looking for an inferno, but white is really growing on me. I think it suits the mean looking front fascia.
TRDPRORUNNER
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So who is this at the Palazzo?
Vlad, I thought that was me for a second! I've been down there working lately.
NORTHERN
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Before you guys jump on me , I did a search .
What are the options to mount driving lights on the nose of these rigs ?
I'm trying to figure out how to mount 2 or 3 Hella Rallye 4000 Xenons .
2 Euro Beam Lamps and possibly a Pencil Beam Lamp in the center position .
This is all I can find http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00XO942F8...TF8&colid=3K4105A3S3IIO&coliid=I2IYQZ2F5USWEH
What are the options to mount driving lights on the nose of these rigs ?
I'm trying to figure out how to mount 2 or 3 Hella Rallye 4000 Xenons .
2 Euro Beam Lamps and possibly a Pencil Beam Lamp in the center position .
This is all I can find http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00XO942F8...TF8&colid=3K4105A3S3IIO&coliid=I2IYQZ2F5USWEH
DEERUNNER
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I drilled two holes and mounted Hella lights directly to the bumper. One limiting factor may be the depth of the lights you choose. The grill behind the light could be cut out to accommodate deeper lights. Another may be the weight of the light. In order to add some stiffness to my install a stacked a couple layers of fender washers in increasing sizes. Plenty of room to reach in from underneath when it comes time to tighten everything. These days most are installing LED lights or LED light bars. Both of which would install in the same manner as my Hella.
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Made a ~600 mile drive down to South Parde Island over the weekend with the family and had a grand time. Drove 30 miles (each way) on the South Padre Seashore. About 90% of the way was pretty flat and practically any car would be able to drive. 5% was tricky but any AWD would be able to manage and the other 5% was 4x4-only territory. Aired down to about 16 psi before heading out and did not feel even once that the vehicle was even mildly challenged. Piece of cake basically.
Two dudes in a Dodge truck were stuck so I decided to help them out, since I had my brand new pair of Maxtraax. At first I thought they were just stuck in the sand but actually they had got high centered on a medium sized branch of drift wood. Used the Maxtraax to no avail.
They asked me if I would tow them out so I towed the truck just enough to get off the branch and then Maxtraax did the rest. But one of the Maxtraax's studs are completely gone (most of them anyway) - did not expect that. I thought Maxtraax hold up better than that. I've got an almost flat Maxtraax (on the sides) now. Is this normal or should I contact Maxtraax?
Two dudes in a Dodge truck were stuck so I decided to help them out, since I had my brand new pair of Maxtraax. At first I thought they were just stuck in the sand but actually they had got high centered on a medium sized branch of drift wood. Used the Maxtraax to no avail.
They asked me if I would tow them out so I towed the truck just enough to get off the branch and then Maxtraax did the rest. But one of the Maxtraax's studs are completely gone (most of them anyway) - did not expect that. I thought Maxtraax hold up better than that. I've got an almost flat Maxtraax (on the sides) now. Is this normal or should I contact Maxtraax?
Yes, the black stuff is tire residue.
Bevo
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I don't think there is any point in contacting Maxtrax then.
Ok - I appreciate your opinion. Thanks.
I remember reading on Maxtraax FAQ page these are good for dozens/hundreds of recoveries. Tire spin being a part of the recovery process, I would have thought they would hold up to atleast few times of usage. In fact I saw the studs being wiped cleaned on the very first wheel spin.
I have seen enough recovery videos to still think Maxtraax (or another such item) are vital to have in sand/mud. I just would have thought they'd hold up better.
spencenasty
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I haven't seen them all ate up like that after one use.
Bevo
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From the Maxtrax FAQ page:
Q: How long do MAXTRAX last?
A: We gave a set to the crew on the Manta Ray Barge at the southern end of Queensland's Fraser Island in March 2006 and they reckon they've recovered well over 200 vehicles with them since then. Although they're looking a lot worse for wear, they still work! Used properly, as per the instructions, MAXTRAX should last the average driver many recoveries. Remember, DO NOT SPIN YOU WHEELS or you will burn the teeth off the top of the MAXTRAX and void the warranty.
Good on you for helping some body out of a jam though.
Ah - thanks for pointing that out. That is clear.
I honestly thought these would last me a long time, so I am a bit disappointed in their durability, but it is what it is. I want to get a replacement but I don't think they even sell single units.
I am reluctant to order another pair but in all likelihood I'll get another pair since this stuff pays off when needed.
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blacksheep4
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blacksheep4: I have not had a chance to watch the video yet. I will tonight
Wheel spin wasn't intended as technique. I think the guys did not realize they were stuck on driftwood. Neither did I - since there isn't a whole lot of driftwood on the South Padre Seashore to make one think about that. There was a language barrier, but I told the driver to go slow. He did go slow at first - but that did nothing (since he was high centred). Then he started going hard at it and did get some traction from Maxtraax, but not enough to get him off the driftwood but enough to wipe out the studs from the Maxtraax.
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Wheel spin wasn't intended as technique. I think the guys did not realize they were stuck on driftwood. Neither did I - since there isn't a whole lot of driftwood on the South Padre Seashore to make one think about that. There was a language barrier, but I told the driver to go slow. He did go slow at first - but that did nothing (since he was high centred). Then he started going hard at it and did get some traction from Maxtraax, but not enough to get him off the driftwood but enough to wipe out the studs from the Maxtraax.
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