Eric J. Robertson
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And now a broken brake line is all that's keeping me from the outdoors 
Puma Speedcat SD Build Thread
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Eric J. Robertson
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Brake line fixed. Suspension lift successful. And I'm ready to play!!
Eric J. Robertson
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Love the Rough Country. Could be stiffer.
And the blistein Toytec Coilovers are the same.
Wish i had my Addicted Offroad Bumper for the added weight.
Wondering how much a difference it will make.
Well, I was told it might ship Tommorow. We will see
1985taylor1925
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Huh, so the rough countries are a bit soft eh? Im actually looking for softer. I didnt catch this, but what rear coils are you running?
1985taylor1925
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By the way, for future reference, this is an easier way to remove front coilovers, assuming you're going to get an alignment. Iv'e gone through the process with the spring compressors 8 times, and wow is it a pain.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5E6u7dC7EHg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5E6u7dC7EHg
Eric J. Robertson
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For the rear I went with the Rough Country 3in lift. On the front I used Blistein adjustable 5100's with Toytec Springs. Soft for sure. As for removing them. I cheated and used a torch. That's been my best friend working on this thing. Everything has been rusted tight.
Thanks for the info though. [emoji12]
Thanks for the info though. [emoji12]
Eric J. Robertson
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Finnnnnally got my front bumper from Addicted. Bolted right up after a little grinding.
Got some pro comp lights for the front. Not sure if I like them.
Just waiting for my winch and my rear bumper now.
Trying to choose the color for my bumpers. Everyone goes black. I was thinking silver gray. Like the 4runner.
Got some pro comp lights for the front. Not sure if I like them.
Just waiting for my winch and my rear bumper now.
Trying to choose the color for my bumpers. Everyone goes black. I was thinking silver gray. Like the 4runner.
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skier46er
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I just ordered my own tube bumper from Addicted Offroad and I'm wondering what tools you needed to install the bumper and what the process is to put the bumper on.
Eric J. Robertson
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You have plenty of time to get everything together..... took 7 weeks. And they said they have a new welder.
But worth it I think. Just have to remove the old bumper and the front mounts on the frame. Use a grinder to grind down the edges. It comes with all the hardware. 17mm wrench you'll need. Pretty simple. It's raw. So be prepared to paint it.
skier46er
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I actually ordered mine 6 weeks ago this past Sunday so it will probably be 7-8 weeks before I get it. I was given a 4-6 week lead time and I was told that they were starting to build tube bumpers today.
Eric J. Robertson
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They have a Lot going on I guess. I was told the Same thing! 4 to 6 weeks. Then, they would ship this week. Then I got it a week later. But Scotty was pretty attentative. I ordered a Winch and they are on back order which suckssss. It's not what I Really pictured. But exactly what's IN the picture.
skier46er
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I ordered mine without the stinger and I have powdercoating already lined up. I just need it to come in that's all
Eric J. Robertson
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What do you plan to do with the unsightly front end after your install? Im not too fond that you can see everything...THeres got to be something i can do. The OEM Bumper hid a lot. New bumper, not so much.
Any ideas?
skier46er
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I'm planning on leaving it as is. Maybe you could put some kind of rubber sheet like a mud flap in the front or add sheet metal to the bumper yourself
Eric J. Robertson
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The more i look at it, the more i want to remove the headlights and fiberglass a custom front grill.
skier46er
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I wouldn't have the time to fab something myself. I might put some rubber in the front just to protect from snow, mud, and bugs.
