Recent content by clindsay123

I've got about an inch lift now, I like how it looks and it didn't compromise much :) I think there is something about some of these protective mods that allow one to relax a bit more when navigating certain trails. Similar to the LT vs SL rated discussion around tires. I'd like to just drive...

maybe, depending on the speed you might be better off without the steel up front.

great to know. this is the exact question I've been contemplating essentially: when does [xyz] piece of gear start to make sense given a particular use case. Seems 1.5 lift, 33s and sliders should be very solid for an exploration rig.

yes I'm in LA. Thinking slides + skid plates might be the more useful armor for me.

My truck is rust free! I'm pretty sure hidden winches work fine for the 100. I don't really desire spot lights at all, and my rear bumper as no swingouts - I just carry my spare underneath.

I don't think I need them. I can add a hidden winch mount and recovery points. That said, I'd hate to destroy my radiator in an animal strike!

No I would replace the bumpers with stock. I was saying if I want to retain my winch I might as well get a dissent front bumper because it would weigh = or less than the stock bumper with a hidden winch mount.

I mean, the stock bumpers still weigh something so it's more like 200lbs but I get your point!

Ironically if I remove the bumpers I'll get some lift from the reduced weight which would help with my approach/departure angles

Hi mudders, I bought my cruiser with BIOR front and rear bumpers. I believe the front is 135 lbs and the rear is 150 lbs. Don't get me wrong, I love the looks but the past year I've been moving towards the OEM+ mentality and I've been trying to keep my build functional and intentional. I...

they put piano black on them :deadhorse:

resurrecting this thread in 2026 :popcorn:

wow that's not good! I'm running 1.25 inch wheel spacers. Would that likely alleviate this issue?

I agree I can't get around the 16s look wise. I'll keep my 18s but there are no C rated options in 275/70r18. I've C rated Ko2s on a 100 and it didn't feel much different than E rated. But there are so many variables it's hard to know what's causing what. I'm between the ko3 and the Wildpeaks...

My understanding is that E actually does not give more puncture resistance necessarily, just higher PSI levels and corresponding weight capacity. Puncture resistance can be higher in a C load depending on tire construction which is the main factor. For example the C rated ko3 285 75 16 has a 3...