Sliders Purchase... Need Opinions!! Addicted Offroad VS Shrockworks

[Nelsonmd]

As I have thought about the weld on vs bolt on for my runner, I always come back to the conclusion that if you are afraid to weld them on, then you probably shouldn't be doing the kind of off roading that requires them.

I think you have to be willing to damage the vehicle a little bit while off roading. If your not willing to do that, then you may be disappointed when you do.

Guys that wheel alot, correct me if I'm wrong there, but it seems you all take some hits eventually.

 

[Pikeman]

Nelson- yes if you wheel in rocks or woods you will eventually take a hit. Where most people go wrong with sliders is in their usage. I have seen countless vehicles that have had sliders on(tight or ones the stick out) with nice hits 6"-1ft above them because they stayed away from the obstacle and then got leaned into it and missed the protection. The key is to drive up against it and let the sliders slide across(hence rock sliders not avoiders) and help pivot you around it.

 

[LINY4Runner]

Nelson- yes if you wheel in rocks or woods you will eventually take a hit. Where most people go wrong with sliders is in their usage. I have seen countless vehicles that have had sliders on(tight or ones the stick out) with nice hits 6"-1ft above them because they stayed away from the obstacle and then got leaned into it and missed the protection. The key is to drive up against it and let the sliders slide across(hence rock sliders not avoiders) and help pivot you around it.

^^ Yup...you should think of sliders not only as armor, but as a tool- use the sliders like an extra set of wheels! :biggrin2:

...or at least I do...
:lol:

 

[CBI OffRoad Fab]

Great comments about slider functionality and use! Just wanted to add a few comments from our experience...

We have seen bolt on sliders work every bit as well as weld on sliders as long as they have the right mounting setup and enough support legs. We prefer 4 support legs to take the hits. We also prefer either a U bracket that bolts around the frame or L brackets that bolt to the frame with additional frame and bolt support. Some box frames are more of a challenge because the mounting becomes difficult. In these cases we prefer weld on sliders as they will actually work when you need them to.

For example on 3rd gens your options are weld on or to use self tapping bolts. Self tapping bolts in our opinion will not be strong enough because you only have about an 1/8" of thread actually holding the bolt in. If you were able to use an additional nut to add more thread depth and a good sized strut washer to support the frame where it will stress then bolt on could be a good option.

 

[LINY4Runner]

Great comments about slider functionality and use! Just wanted to add a few comments from our experience...

We have seen bolt on sliders work every bit as well as weld on sliders as long as they have the right mounting setup and enough support legs. We prefer 4 support legs to take the hits. We also prefer either a U bracket that bolts around the frame or L brackets that bolt to the frame with additional frame and bolt support. Some box frames are more of a challenge because the mounting becomes difficult. In these cases we prefer weld on sliders as they will actually work when you need them to.

For example on 3rd gens your options are weld on or to use self tapping bolts. Self tapping bolts in our opinion will not be strong enough because you only have about an 1/8" of thread actually holding the bolt in. If you were able to use an additional nut to add more thread depth and a good sized strut washer to support the frame where it will stress then bolt on could be a good option.

^^what he said!

 

[GottaBeTRD]

All of my sliders are weld-on. We really do not like bolt-on sliders.

The sliders we build specifically for 3rd gens are .188 wall 2x2" legs and main tube. The outer tube is still .120 wall. You should not have any deflection with my sliders if they are installed correctly.

They really do not stick out as far as most of the others on the market either. These angles shows it better

Bringing this back so i can jack it a little

I really want these sliders and i remember seeing a thread with a ton of options with prices. I just cant find it now. I believe I saw these for something around $130???
Anyway i went to his site and the all the sliders are around $300!! can someone get me in the right direction thanks

 

[tbst]

4x innovations are around $160....

 

[DeTwizzle]

I am running the shrockwock sliders, and have no complaints. I like them b/c they are bolt on so for any reason if need be I can part them out.
I have been on mine several times and yes scratched them, but I think the PC is worth it. You really shouldnt be scratching them up that much. I also like how they are effective but tuck in relatively close too. One vote for Shrockworks!

 

[GladeRunner]

GottaBeTRD,

I PM'ed Scotty last week at Addicted, and besides their own sliders they also sell Trail Gear 67" for 01' T4R. They are weld on also and can be angled to your liking. The 67" are a little more in your price range.

Waiting for the taxman to be me my refund so I can get the 67"s!

 

[GottaBeTRD]

cool, thanks for the info guys, I think I need to dig a little deeper to see some other options.

I PM'd Scotty the other day too. I sure cant wait to get some of these!

 

[gannonrt]

If you're gonna go so far as to install sliders for the protection, wouldn't you want to do it right? Would you put a condom only on the tip because, well, that's where the stuff comes out?

That is the funniest line I've read on this site in while.... I might even have to add it to my signature.

 

[farmerjon]

4x innovations are around $160....

each or for a pair?

 

[STRRAYNGE]

Im running Addicted sliders and front tube bumper! Love em so far!!