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I'd use one that bolts to the frame like above and not to the bumper. Might as well get some protection along with the lights. The Squarecircle has a
neat roof mounted LED light bar.
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Ken Cooke
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I just talked to David on the cell. He's on his way to get the work started at Craig Stewart's shop (son of Ivan Stewart). The way it sounds is if
the light bar will be measured to the frame, and this is going to be done correctly from the start. David is smart by going to a fab shop, and not
ordering a flimsy unit that just bolts on top of a flimsy stock bumper. Over the long run, he'll be happy with both a built bumper guard and some
bright HID lights for all of his trips into the Baja Backcountry.
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David K
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Right you are Ken! I spoke with Craig Stewart (Ivan's son, owner of 'Stewart's Race Works') briefly while Josh was under the front of my truck taking
measurements.
There are some awesome Trophy and Pro Trucks in the shop, I must say.
Craig has a silver Tacoma too (he would only own the best)!
Anyway, the new light bar will bolt directly to the frame... yes! Josh said Craig will probably want one after he sees the one being fab'd for my
truck!
[Edited on 6-8-2008 by David K]
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BAJACAT
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looking at this post for ways in saving money,latter i will post on a separated thread,about ONBOARD AIR SYSTEM,for less than $100.I have install
mine already it will look good with my 6" lift that Im doing this week.
PS(he would only own the best).that means he drives a DODGE RAM, and parks the TOYOTA.
BAJA IS WHAT YOU WANTED TO BE, FUN,DANGEROUS,INCREDIBLE, REMOTE, EXOTIC..JUST GO AND HAVE FUN.....
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Roberto
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Cat, the main justification for a lift is being able to run bigger tires, which give you more ground clearance, and a better tire-to-obstacle ratio.
Are you getting bigger tires?
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BAJACAT
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ROBERTO right now I have a leveling kit on my truck and i was able to fit 33's TOYOS OPENCOUNTRY.With this 6" kit I will be running 315'by 17,they are
like the 35's in size.
BAJA IS WHAT YOU WANTED TO BE, FUN,DANGEROUS,INCREDIBLE, REMOTE, EXOTIC..JUST GO AND HAVE FUN.....
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Sharksbaja
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Leased or own??
Ok I'm confused. David are you leasing that truck or did you buy it? I only ask because it seems odd that someone would make such mods if only to have
to remove them later.
Just curious, thanx.
Cat, u2u coming later.
That is a 2500 you have, right??
DON\'T SQUINT! Give yer eyes a break!
Try holding down [control] key and toggle the [+ and -] keys
Viva Mulege!
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BAJACAT
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No Sharks it's a 04 RAM 1500 4WD W/thr 5.7 HEMI,Im running 370 HP right now,
BAJA IS WHAT YOU WANTED TO BE, FUN,DANGEROUS,INCREDIBLE, REMOTE, EXOTIC..JUST GO AND HAVE FUN.....
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Ken Cooke
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| Quote: | Originally posted by Sharksbaja
I only ask because it seems odd that someone would make such mods if only to have to remove them later.
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I started out with a lease on my vehicle, but I will be purchasing it from the bank later this year.
Bajacat, my On Board Air system set me back about $550 -- I used it to air up the rear tires from 20 p.s.i. to 30 p.s.i., and the power my setup has
is insane. If I can plum the air compressors to the air lockers in my differentials and get everything set up in time, I will be able to run the
rocks in Tecate early next month. The compressor on my Rubicon is DOA and with two new compressors, I may bypass the OEM one if I cannot figure out
what the problem is in time.
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BAJACAT
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Ken $500 for a air system is alot money to me, i ratter expend more on some other things, right now my air system puts out 15 lbs of air in 3+/-,thats
all I need for now..
BAJA IS WHAT YOU WANTED TO BE, FUN,DANGEROUS,INCREDIBLE, REMOTE, EXOTIC..JUST GO AND HAVE FUN.....
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Ken Cooke
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| Quote: | Originally posted by BAJACAT
Ken $500 for a air system is alot money to me, |
I wasn't going to spend $1,000.00 for the Kilby On-Board Air system, nor was I going to spend $450 on a Air Tank that could be stolen out of my Jeep,
so I know how you feel. Tell us how this works out when you get it installed.
Power Tank
Kilby System
[Edited on 6-11-2008 by Ken Cooke]
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bajaguy
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| Quote: | Originally posted by Ken Cooke
I wasn't going to spend $1,000.00 for the Kilby On-Board Air system, nor was I going to spend $450 on a Air Tank that could be stolen out of my Jeep,
so I know how you feel. Tell us how this works out when you get it installed.
Power Tank
Kilby System
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Ken:......bought my 20LB C0-2 from Craig's list. Total cost for tank, hose, regulator was about $90.00. It's not pretty, but it works.
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David K
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| Quote: | Originally posted by Sharksbaja
Ok I'm confused. David are you leasing that truck or did you buy it? I only ask because it seems odd that someone would make such mods if only to have
to remove them later.
Just curious, thanx.
Cat, u2u coming later.
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It matters not, because if I was buying it, I would still remove the air bag suspension and light bar when I went to buy another truck... and install
it on them, if they would fit.
My truck is still less than 3 years old, on a 5 year lease... so just over half way along. Like Ken, I might buy this one or see what Toyota has in
mind for 2010...
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Gadget
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When you get the beam mount done David, its time for a night run.
Where we going?
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David K
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| Quote: | Originally posted by Gadget
When you get the beam mount done David, its time for a night run.
Where we going? |
I agree... what's closest... Devil's Slide out from Ocotillo Wells?
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Gadget
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Yeah, sounds good.
Somewhere with a mix of stuff and take some Jeep guys with us Maybe?
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Ken Cooke
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| Quote: | Originally posted by Gadget
and take some Jeep guys with us Maybe? |
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BAJACAT
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Ken the system is already on my truck,I haven't tested it in the field,but this 4 of july weekend is going to be a good time to do it.I will be going
back to Laguna Hanson.
BAJA IS WHAT YOU WANTED TO BE, FUN,DANGEROUS,INCREDIBLE, REMOTE, EXOTIC..JUST GO AND HAVE FUN.....
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Ken Cooke
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| Quote: | Originally posted by BAJACAT
Ken the system is already on my truck,I haven't tested it in the field,but this 4 of july weekend is going to be a good time to do it.I will be going
back to Laguna Hanson. |
Laguna Hanson? How about TECATE with the BAJA CRAWLERS!?! They're doing a massive 4WD and Campout in the hills near El Hongo with JustRuns 4WD Club
of San Diego. I'll be the leader, although not many Americans are going this year... 
We'll find something exciting for you and your Dodge to do out there! 
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Gadget
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| Quote: | Originally posted by BAJACAT
Ken the system is already on my truck,I haven't tested it in the field,but this 4 of july weekend is going to be a good time to do it.I will be going
back to Laguna Hanson. |
Gonna head up there and get your long weekend non-stop fix of Umpa music are ya Gato?
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