I have a stock 2007 LC with 208,000 miles in beautiful cosmetic condition with consistently excellent oil analysis results from Blackstone labs.
I am planning on doing the following upgrades in the next 1-2 months and I would like some feedback/confirmation that I am making the right choices for the components.
1-OME medium, 2", lift (torsion bars, rear Springs, four shocks) $859 shipped from Rocky road outfitters
2-ARB combination bull bar 3413190, $1235 shipped
3-some type of rear bumper with integrated hitch receiver, tire carrier, hi lift Jack, license plate holder, antenna mount, ladder and fuel can carrier. ~ $3000 ???source yet unknown
4-2007 tundra trd wheels, powder coated matte black. Already have.
5-33" tires.
It's my daily driver with just me most of the time. My family with wife and four kids will take it on long road trips towing an expedition trailer.
I have several questions:
LIFT
How many shop hours should I expect to pay for the OME lift?
How long would it take a relatively competent "me" to install the lift myself(or with help)?
Do I need the steering bracket option with the medium lift kit?
I don't want to be forced to buy adjustable UCA, the differential drop kit or anything else that complex, have I chosen the correct kit?
Should I consider the heavy lift kit?
FRONT BUMPER
I've been quoted ~$250 for labor to install the bumper and fog lights, is this reasonable?
Will a harbor freight badlands 9000# winch fit behind this bumper?
Why doesn't the ARB bumper include recovery points on the front like other front bumpers?
I would entertain another brand bumper, but based on reviews and the "How an ARB bumper is born" video, I have a hard time believing any other welding outfit can achieve that level of construction, robustness and quality control. Most other bumpers I've seen aren't fully welded, For example the Dissent off-road bumper top bar looks to be bolted on. Feel free to sway my option.
REAR BUMPER
Who is the current crowd favorite for aftermarket rear bumper upgrades?
TIRES
I've got a set of 275/65r18 that I'm going to finish driving the tread off then plan to get a slightly bigger tire. I've searched and it appears that 275/70r18 is the popular optimal tire size to "fill the wheel well nicely" without any trimming or modification. Are there any dissenting opinions on this?
What can be done about moving the backup camera to a higher location once the rear tire carrier is installed and blocking the license plate camera?
Thank you all for your contributions and help. I's much appreciated.
Chris.
I am planning on doing the following upgrades in the next 1-2 months and I would like some feedback/confirmation that I am making the right choices for the components.
1-OME medium, 2", lift (torsion bars, rear Springs, four shocks) $859 shipped from Rocky road outfitters
2-ARB combination bull bar 3413190, $1235 shipped
3-some type of rear bumper with integrated hitch receiver, tire carrier, hi lift Jack, license plate holder, antenna mount, ladder and fuel can carrier. ~ $3000 ???source yet unknown
4-2007 tundra trd wheels, powder coated matte black. Already have.
5-33" tires.
It's my daily driver with just me most of the time. My family with wife and four kids will take it on long road trips towing an expedition trailer.
I have several questions:
LIFT
How many shop hours should I expect to pay for the OME lift?
How long would it take a relatively competent "me" to install the lift myself(or with help)?
Do I need the steering bracket option with the medium lift kit?
I don't want to be forced to buy adjustable UCA, the differential drop kit or anything else that complex, have I chosen the correct kit?
Should I consider the heavy lift kit?
FRONT BUMPER
I've been quoted ~$250 for labor to install the bumper and fog lights, is this reasonable?
Will a harbor freight badlands 9000# winch fit behind this bumper?
Why doesn't the ARB bumper include recovery points on the front like other front bumpers?
I would entertain another brand bumper, but based on reviews and the "How an ARB bumper is born" video, I have a hard time believing any other welding outfit can achieve that level of construction, robustness and quality control. Most other bumpers I've seen aren't fully welded, For example the Dissent off-road bumper top bar looks to be bolted on. Feel free to sway my option.
REAR BUMPER
Who is the current crowd favorite for aftermarket rear bumper upgrades?
TIRES
I've got a set of 275/65r18 that I'm going to finish driving the tread off then plan to get a slightly bigger tire. I've searched and it appears that 275/70r18 is the popular optimal tire size to "fill the wheel well nicely" without any trimming or modification. Are there any dissenting opinions on this?
What can be done about moving the backup camera to a higher location once the rear tire carrier is installed and blocking the license plate camera?
Thank you all for your contributions and help. I's much appreciated.
Chris.
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