The LFD Off Road Thread
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SHagood
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Installed the 3/4 rack last night and I'm really happy with how it turned out. I was a little paranoid about installing an aftermarket rack but with some research and suggestions from other members I feel pretty confident that everything is sealed up and done properly.
Looks awesome bro!!
Skid Plate directions/hardware?
Anyone know if there directions/parts list to download for skid plate installation?
I received Gas Tank Skid & Transfer Case Skid, but what seems to be a mixed bag for hardware
- (6) 50mm bolts
- (4) 30mm bolts
- (12) washers
- (2) nylon spacers
- (3) heavier 25mm bolts/nuts/washers (assume for gas tank bracket)
- only directions for front skid
Thinking I might have the right hardware and wrong directions?
Still waiting for Wide Front Skid & Transmission Skid.
Anyone know if there directions/parts list to download for skid plate installation?
I received Gas Tank Skid & Transfer Case Skid, but what seems to be a mixed bag for hardware
- (6) 50mm bolts
- (4) 30mm bolts
- (12) washers
- (2) nylon spacers
- (3) heavier 25mm bolts/nuts/washers (assume for gas tank bracket)
- only directions for front skid
Thinking I might have the right hardware and wrong directions?
Still waiting for Wide Front Skid & Transmission Skid.
LFD_Off_Road
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We're currently using flat rate shipping on the site because it can't calculate shipping costs. Our new site we're working on will have calculated shipping.
The hi-lift by itself though should be a bit less. I'll log on this morning and update that one.
ETA: Fixed shipping for the Hi-Lift mount. Also PM incoming.
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LFD_Off_Road
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LFD Skid Plate Weights
If you were wondering, here is what I got for weights:
Wide Front Skid - 51 pounds
Transmission Skid - 29.8 pounds
Transfer Case Skid - 28.4 pounds
Gas Tank Skid - 54.8 pounds
All came well packed in cardboard boxes with expandable foam packs.
For my order they came in 3 boxes
Gas Tank - box 1
Transfer Case - box 2
Wide Front and Transmission - together in box 3
Installation isn't too bad.
You re-use stock gas tank bolts - just a little bit of maneuvering to get everything lined up.
1 bolt on transfer case drivers side kicked my ass. You have to slide skid under brake bracket and it took me 50 tries and a beer break to get it to take.
Front and Transmission are pretty easy.
If you were wondering, here is what I got for weights:
Wide Front Skid - 51 pounds
Transmission Skid - 29.8 pounds
Transfer Case Skid - 28.4 pounds
Gas Tank Skid - 54.8 pounds
All came well packed in cardboard boxes with expandable foam packs.
For my order they came in 3 boxes
Gas Tank - box 1
Transfer Case - box 2
Wide Front and Transmission - together in box 3
Installation isn't too bad.
You re-use stock gas tank bolts - just a little bit of maneuvering to get everything lined up.
1 bolt on transfer case drivers side kicked my ass. You have to slide skid under brake bracket and it took me 50 tries and a beer break to get it to take.
Front and Transmission are pretty easy.
That's exciting to know... With a bit of luck I'll have some time in the next few weeks to pop mine on along with the other pile of unrelated maintenance parts I have. Also with a bit of luck I may have something worthy of another photo to add to this thread...
007Tacoma
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No no, shots like this :dancin: :dancin: :dancin:
Obviously the plastics aren't trimmed to fit yet (that will be this weekend hopefully), and it still needs some accouterments added (hi-lift, spare tire).
To say that I am thrilled is an absolute understatement. So to cut a much longer story into something (possibly) worth reading on the internet, we made the ~7hr trek down to North Carolina from Maryland yesterday to pick up the bumper (along with a gas tank skid, but that's for another post once it's rattle canned and installed!).
What we were welcomed by was nothing shy of Southern Hospitality. I've had the LFD Full Length roof rack (steel) for over a year now and have fallen in love with it's (subjectively) great looks and (objectively) immense usefulness/functionality. Somewhere in this thread are photos of my (solo) install of the rack and how simple it was to install; the rear bumper follows suit.
Function and simplicity are obvious tenets in the design of this bumper, and everything (...everything...) has a purpose. From the hi-lift lifting points, to the ridiculously serious recovery points, the stainless steel latches that secure the swing-outs in the open position, the secured studs for the spare tire mount, and down to the tiny zip-tie loop to secure the license plate light wiring out of the way. I'm a bit of a sell-out in the "looks tough" department, so I may never take advantage of the fact that the swing arms can be removed in minutes for daily driving, but it's nice to know that feature exists.
I'll make an individual post with some more pictures, along with a more thorough review of all the thoughtful and useful touches once the bumper is loaded with everything.
Oh!! And if you're wondering, no, you can't see a damn thing if you don't relocate the rear view camera... UNLESS! You take off the spare tire swing arm, then you should have a nearly clear view!
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007Tacoma
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Yep. I relocated mine to the license plate. :bowl:
LFD_Off_Road
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:bravo: Can't wait to see it all decked out!
LFD_Off_Road
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So we've been working hard the past couple months to increase stock levels, and are happy to report that the vast majority of our racks and skids are in stock at the moment! (even though the website still says most is on backorder... hopefully updating website inventory in the morning) Bumpers are still make to order, but trying to keep everything else on hand.
We're running a special right now on the in stock full racks, both steel and aluminum. Use code Fullrack! for 10% off and free shipping to the lower 48.
We're extremely close to having our new website completed as well. Working though a few final snags and hopefully testing a lot next week to make sure everything works as it should.
We're running a special right now on the in stock full racks, both steel and aluminum. Use code Fullrack! for 10% off and free shipping to the lower 48.
We're extremely close to having our new website completed as well. Working though a few final snags and hopefully testing a lot next week to make sure everything works as it should.
gdvan01
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Welcome to the Clan.
So I said I would post more pics after the plastic OEM bumper was trimmed to fit, but I haven't had time to tackle that yet, and I really feel like this bumper needs a bit more time in the limelight...
Including the drive home from LFD yesterday, I've had this 230+ pound work of art hanging off the back of my truck for just over 500 miles. 500 miles of no bangs/rattles/creaks, just positive comments from people who have seen it (and the occasional funny look when someone sees you moving dual swingouts to the side just to put an iced coffee in your fridge).
After we got home yesterday I spent a few (literally just a few) minutes tossing the spare on the tire carrier and mounting the hi-lift jack. The blank space will probably be occupied by a propane carrier for the colder months and switched to a dual jerry can holder for longer trips (the open invite for the theoretical Canadian trip still stands!).
Also, the thing that is only occasionally talked about, suspension! I understand this is the LFD thread, but in a few sentences, I'm still torn on swapping to different springs. Currently I'm on Dobinsons C59-327's in the rear (intended for 200-400lbs add'l weight), and while the bumper definitely brought the rear down just a bit (enough that reaiming the headlights is probably in my future), I'm not sold on going up to the 329's just yet. Maybe 10mm Dobby spring spacers in the rear?
Either way, enjoy a few more pictures of the bumper!
Including the drive home from LFD yesterday, I've had this 230+ pound work of art hanging off the back of my truck for just over 500 miles. 500 miles of no bangs/rattles/creaks, just positive comments from people who have seen it (and the occasional funny look when someone sees you moving dual swingouts to the side just to put an iced coffee in your fridge).
After we got home yesterday I spent a few (literally just a few) minutes tossing the spare on the tire carrier and mounting the hi-lift jack. The blank space will probably be occupied by a propane carrier for the colder months and switched to a dual jerry can holder for longer trips (the open invite for the theoretical Canadian trip still stands!).
Also, the thing that is only occasionally talked about, suspension! I understand this is the LFD thread, but in a few sentences, I'm still torn on swapping to different springs. Currently I'm on Dobinsons C59-327's in the rear (intended for 200-400lbs add'l weight), and while the bumper definitely brought the rear down just a bit (enough that reaiming the headlights is probably in my future), I'm not sold on going up to the 329's just yet. Maybe 10mm Dobby spring spacers in the rear?
Either way, enjoy a few more pictures of the bumper!
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57HotrodVW
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I installed a set of five LFD ruggedized crossbars on my 4R this week, and am super happy with them. Nice job, [MENTION=444815]LFD_Off_Road[/MENTION]!
A very simple install, and well designed product. For more pics, info, and installation steps, see the related article that I wrote, at LFD Off Road Ruggedized Crossbars and Accessories - 5th Gen 4Runner
A very simple install, and well designed product. For more pics, info, and installation steps, see the related article that I wrote, at LFD Off Road Ruggedized Crossbars and Accessories - 5th Gen 4Runner
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Lifeline
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Question, I read your review (very nice by the way) but why did you have to remove the roof rack? Shouldn’t the rails just slide in and out like the factory rails? Something as simple as removing the end caps, and slide them in??
