Green as grass and twice as stupide
I picked up a 97 LX450 with 88 K on the clock. Just working out some of the kinks and getting to know the truck. Mods arr going to take some time, but we are being pushed in on area. A couple of weeks ago my wife was rear ended a pretty good whack. It speaks well of the truck that we suffered little damage compared to the wind star that suffered mightily. The other guys insurance estimate $1000.00 to REPAIR the bumper/hitch receiver and electrics, but I want to get an off road bumper/tire carrier/Jerry can holder. I looked at ARB, but they are VERY heavy. Is their another alternative a little lighter (and less costly)? I worry that the ARB speced at 360 lbs might cause a trailer to overload the rear end, though I do have airbag load levelers installed. The 3K won't stop me but creating an overweight tank might well.
Your advice would be welcome.
Bob Christie (ogre07)?