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Old Jul 6, 2007 | 06:11 AM
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Need Advice 3" OME lifr or Skid Plates

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Wich one is the best to get first? and OME 3" lift or All Pro Skid Plates? I am thinking on getting the Lift first is that a good idea?
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Old Jul 6, 2007 | 09:52 AM
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No matter how much you lift, there are always bigger rocks you need protection from ...

What kind of rig is this?
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Old Jul 6, 2007 | 09:57 AM
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I did my engine skid first and have been glad I did. even with my lift I have still needed the armor from time to time.
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Old Jul 6, 2007 | 10:06 AM
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armor first, i lifted my truck first figuring hey i live in florida, less than 2 months later i had to get new skids!
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Old Jul 6, 2007 | 10:13 AM
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Skids. Then lift.
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Old Jul 6, 2007 | 12:11 PM
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Thanks fo rthe advice. I think I will be getting the Armor. I have been doing some reading and so for I like the Budbuilt. Is the Budbuilt a good armor to get?
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Old Jul 6, 2007 | 12:25 PM
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Originally Posted by Braincell
Thanks fo rthe advice. I think I will be getting the Armor. I have been doing some reading and so for I like the Budbuilt. Is the Budbuilt a good armor to get?
With lots of satisfied customers both here and on other boards...I'd say yes. I've never heard anything negative about him or his stuff...
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Old Jul 6, 2007 | 12:55 PM
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I like my allphase skid. I got theirs cuz they are a local shop for me and it is SOLID! I love it.
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Old Jul 6, 2007 | 03:07 PM
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mine bud builts are very beefy it has saved me more than once
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Old Jul 6, 2007 | 04:14 PM
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x3 for budbuilt
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