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Romer · 03-20-06, 08:29 PM

General
Diffs and Difflocks for Dummies (George Couyant from Don't understand How Lockers work, click here

Basics on differentials

Basics on 4wd vs AWD (Forum Members, Mar 2004)

Factory Service Manual(s) via PDF (RavenTai, April 2004)

How Big a Winch should I get for my 80/LX450 (Forum Members Dec 2005)

Slee Off Road Tech Links Page Pin 7 Mod, Alarm manuals, PHH, Newbie guide. and many more tech articles

Safari Tech Links

Color codes for these rigs are discussed here

New need a replacement or new FOB (Remote for Alarm) try this link on the various options.

Should I get a Brush Gaurd for my rig?
On the brush gaurd.

They provide limited protection only when hit from specific spots and actually multiply the damage when hit from any where but the middle.

Here is a small example of what a brush guard does

Here is a great example of what protection an ARB will give you. - However, Slee and others also make great bumpers that provide protection.

Why should I get Sliders? - If you plan on wheeling, Sliders are great protection
A picture says a 1000 words, or several thousand dollars of body damage:

Where can I get my CO2 Tank Filled - This link takes you to a listing of different sources to fill your tank. This includes a link to the National Welders supplies and gases assoc, member suggestions for Fire Extinguisher and Beverage suppliers are also candidates. Make sure you call before going over.

What happens to my speedometer with bigger than stock tires? Go to this link to see how tire sizes will impact your speedometer

What Tires are right for my rig? - This link provides a broad description of different tires that you can use on your 80.

03-20-06, 08:29 PM	#4
Romer Kneel for the Shaman Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Englewood, Colorado TLCA# 13968 Posts: 7,983	FAQ Chapter 2 General General Diffs and Difflocks for Dummies (George Couyant from Don't understand How Lockers work, click here Basics on differentials Basics on 4wd vs AWD (Forum Members, Mar 2004) Factory Service Manual(s) via PDF (RavenTai, April 2004) How Big a Winch should I get for my 80/LX450 (Forum Members Dec 2005) Slee Off Road Tech Links Page Pin 7 Mod, Alarm manuals, PHH, Newbie guide. and many more tech articles Safari Tech Links Color codes for these rigs are discussed here New need a replacement or new FOB (Remote for Alarm) try this link on the various options. Should I get a Brush Gaurd for my rig? On the brush gaurd. They provide limited protection only when hit from specific spots and actually multiply the damage when hit from any where but the middle. Here is a small example of what a brush guard does Here is a great example of what protection an ARB will give you. - However, Slee and others also make great bumpers that provide protection. Why should I get Sliders? - If you plan on wheeling, Sliders are great protection A picture says a 1000 words, or several thousand dollars of body damage: Where can I get my CO2 Tank Filled - This link takes you to a listing of different sources to fill your tank. This includes a link to the National Welders supplies and gases assoc, member suggestions for Fire Extinguisher and Beverage suppliers are also candidates. Make sure you call before going over. What happens to my speedometer with bigger than stock tires? Go to this link to see how tire sizes will impact your speedometer What Tires are right for my rig? - This link provides a broad description of different tires that you can use on your 80. __________________ Ken Romer ~ Friend of Shaman Keeper of the FAQ, Defender of Newbies, and Slayer of Tards Commander Rising Sun 4WD Club - K0ROM 97 LX450, Supercharged, Locked, and lots of other stuff ROTW 96 LX450 - ROD's 06 4Runner - Wife's 99 4Runner - daughterofromer's 03 BMW Z4 Roadster Last edited by Romer; 09-18-07 at 08:56 PM.