front D ring mounts
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steezemcqueen
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i'll let you know
98_4runnerSR5
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Alright, anyone have an suggestions on how to get these damn bolts off. I've tried using a pry bar and a small impact gun and NOTHING! Those suckers on are there and not wanting to come off. Driving me crazy cause I want them off!
kball
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Small might be the problem. I lived with one of these in my hands for years back in the day. If it can't take it apart, you got issues...
Amazon.com: Ingersoll-Rand 231C 1/2-Inch Super-Duty Air Impact Wrench: Home Improvement
legokcen
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Get a long cheater bar and strong wrench. Get a rope, tie the end of the cheater bar to a large tree, drive backwards a little bit.
xskydivingdudex
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dang i need to pick up a set of these when i get some money...
zcruiser
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legokcen
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I thought that too!
Most people mess that up at first when turning a bolt that is upside down. Hell, I catch myself doing it.98_4runnerSR5
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They're finally on!
So after having a lot trouble getting those damn bolts off the original tow hooks, I finally gave up and ran by a local shop. They got them off in less than 2 minutes and did it FREE of charge! So here they are boys:
So after having a lot trouble getting those damn bolts off the original tow hooks, I finally gave up and ran by a local shop. They got them off in less than 2 minutes and did it FREE of charge! So here they are boys:
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ChildrenOfBodom
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i love it 98!
i have yet to do mine because I've been busy. The camera crew will be here any time now to film the castrol contest.
I love the shackles, where did you get them?
i have yet to do mine because I've been busy. The camera crew will be here any time now to film the castrol contest.
I love the shackles, where did you get them?
98_4runnerSR5
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Thanks! I actually ordered them as a pair off Ebay. The box they came in was actually from Rugged Ridge so it must be there "Ebay store" that they are selling these through. Here's the link:
Universal D-Ring Shackle Pair 3/4 inch: eBay Motors (item 310211569581 end time Sep-01-10 10:50:12 PDT)
I decided that I wanted them to be a color that would stick out more and be more noticeable to so I painted them Red. It was a really simple process that took very little time (besides drying).
1) Primed them with self etching primer- 2 coats
2) Painted them with VHT Real Red caliper paint- a few coats
3) Threw a quick coat of clear coat over 'em and am super happy how they turned out
-I had all this stuff laying around the garage so it worked out nice that I didn't have to buy any of it!
zcruiser
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I'd be interested in a set of shackles, can you ship with my brackets?
ChildrenOfBodom
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ChildrenOfBodom
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Deceptiwave
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If you guys are having trouble with stuck bolts, hose them down with PB blaster and give them a day to soak. Then hit them up again about 30 minutes before you try to remove the bolts. I did that on my suspension and all the bolts that were crusty came out pretty easy.
legokcen
Member
I painted some silver which I think also look good with the silver shackles.
BTW, I know some have rear hitch mounted shackles, but is anyone interested in rear shackle mounts? There are places on either side of the trailer hitch, or can also be bolted on if you don't have a hitch.
BTW, I know some have rear hitch mounted shackles, but is anyone interested in rear shackle mounts? There are places on either side of the trailer hitch, or can also be bolted on if you don't have a hitch.
