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Old Oct 29, 2007 | 06:17 PM
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Originally Posted by black diamond
sounds like u spent too much for your locker? go aussie!!
I haven't bought a locker yet, because I'm not going to compromise and put one of those in a truck I drive on the road.

And if I was going to get an automatic locker it would be a detroit locker. Not a crappy lunchbox type.
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Old Oct 29, 2007 | 06:48 PM
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Well, atleast you know what you don't want.
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Old Oct 29, 2007 | 07:11 PM
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Originally Posted by thook
Well, atleast you know what you don't want.
I think every person would agree that if money was not the issue, they would not use an auto locker on a truck that sees street use. Why would you compromise driveability and burn through tires much quicker if you could have something better.
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Old Oct 29, 2007 | 07:16 PM
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True, but then I don't know much about lockers. I'm just musing on your frankness. Cracks me up.

Speaking of Aussies, I heard (and this is just what I heard) they were better about that kind of thing. Designed differently or something. Hell, I don't know. If I had a wad to blow, I guess I'd get ARB's too. I know about those. Seem hard to beat.
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Old Oct 29, 2007 | 07:42 PM
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Originally Posted by bob200587
I tried leary, but it came up as a misspelled word and suggested I either capitalize it, or replace it with weary.....Idk.

After reading that other thread, I don't think it's a good option for me.
Oh....this thread.
https://www.yotatech.com/forums/f116...r-flex-128367/

Like I said, not a crawler mod. Oh well...I'm pleased with it. I overload mine all the time.
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Old Oct 31, 2007 | 01:23 PM
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Originally Posted by thook
Oh....this thread.
https://www.yotatech.com/forums/f116...r-flex-128367/

Like I said, not a crawler mod. Oh well...I'm pleased with it. I overload mine all the time.
yep, that's the one.
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Old Oct 31, 2007 | 01:48 PM
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Originally Posted by bob200587
I'm getting the OME set up for my suspension. I'm getting it through my local 4x4 shop because that's the best deal I've found.

basically the kit here:
http://www.rocky-road.com/4runner.html

4 shocks, T-bars, Steering stabilizer and rear springs
What price is that deal? If you don't mind sharing. I'm looking at the same stuff. Remember, sharing is caring.
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Old Oct 31, 2007 | 01:54 PM
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Originally Posted by Djlarroc
What price is that deal? If you don't mind sharing. I'm looking at the same stuff. Remember, sharing is caring.
The price I got at my local shop was as follows:

Shocks $79 each
Steering Stabilizer $70
Springs $89 per side
T-Bars $170 for the set

It comes out to around $740 for the parts. They'll be putting the T-bars in for 2 hrs labor @ $75 per hour, so $150 for labor.

I'm going to put the shocks, stabilizer and probably the springs on myself.

So, I'm looking at around $900-$1000 with tax and all.
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Old Oct 31, 2007 | 02:04 PM
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Originally Posted by bob200587
The price I got at my local shop was as follows:

Shocks $79 each
Steering Stabilizer $70
Springs $89 per side
T-Bars $170 for the set

It comes out to around $740 for the parts. They'll be putting the T-bars in for 2 hrs labor @ $75 per hour, so $150 for labor.

I'm going to put the shocks, stabilizer and probably the springs on myself.

So, I'm looking at around $900-$1000 with tax and all.
Hmm... that is a nice price on those leafs. Let me show you what I found, maybe it will help:

Bilstein HD shocks: $249 shipped
Bilstein 5100 shocks: $279 shipped
OME leafs: $93.36 each x2= $186.72 plus s&h maybe $240 total
Pro Comp stabilizer (unless you want other brand): $35 shipped
OME TBAR: $163 plus s&h

I don't know if you like some of the stuff included, but you can save some $ by getting the HD shocks, which I've heard are REALLY nice. I'm still debating between them and the 5100s. I'm not getting a Tbar either.
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Old Oct 31, 2007 | 02:07 PM
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Originally Posted by Djlarroc
Hmm... that is a nice price on those leafs. Let me show you what I found, maybe it will help:

Bilstein HD shocks: $249 shipped
Bilstein 5100 shocks: $279 shipped
OME leafs: $93.36 each x2= $186.72 plus s&h maybe $240 total
Pro Comp stabilizer (unless you want other brand): $35 shipped
OME TBAR: $163 plus s&h

I don't know if you like some of the stuff included, but you can save some $ by getting the HD shocks, which I've heard are REALLY nice. I'm still debating between them and the 5100s. I'm not getting a Tbar either.
I'm getting the T-bars because the stock ones are kinda saggy with the bumper, and a winch will only exacerbate the condition. Those are pretty good prices, but it will just be easier for me to have them order all the stuff.
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Old Oct 31, 2007 | 02:55 PM
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Originally Posted by bob200587
I tried leary, but it came up as a misspelled word and suggested I either capitalize it, or replace it with weary.....Idk.

After reading that other thread, I don't think it's a good option for me.
I tried leary and didn't quit laughing for 12 hours lol.
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Old Oct 31, 2007 | 03:13 PM
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Yeah...Leary Smiles Daily. Looks like he rubbed off on you.
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Old Oct 31, 2007 | 04:16 PM
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dont waste 150 on tbars. they are easier than shocks.
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Old Nov 1, 2007 | 07:00 AM
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Originally Posted by WCorbett
dont waste 150 on tbars. they are easier than shocks.
You're welcome to come do them for me. I don't have the equipment.
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