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by OregTrailBlazin » Tue Oct 08, 2013 1:25 pm

10/08/2013
So far here is the list...

1. ErikSS --- Order Placed!
2. Karo --- Order Placed!
3. MikeKey --- Order Placed!
4. JamesDowning --- Order Placed!
5. DirtyBacon04 --- Order Placed!
6. vagator --- Order Placed!
7. JMHinAZ --- Order Placed!
8. Whiplash --- Order Placed!
9. dk318is --- Order Placed!
10. Opeth --- Order Placed!
11. Regulator1175
12.TBYODA


Maybe
12. The Roadie
13. Sugar16
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by mikekey » Tue Oct 08, 2013 1:29 pm

OregTrailBlazin wrote:10/08/2013
So far here is the list...

1. ErikSS --- Order Placed!
2. Karo --- Order Placed!
3. MikeKey --- Order Placed!
4. JamesDowning --- Order Placed!
5. DirtyBacon04 --- Order Placed!
6. vagator --- Order Placed!
7. JMHinAZ --- Order Placed!
8. Whiplash --- Order Placed!
9. dk318is --- Order Placed!
10. Opeth --- Order Placed!
11. Regulator1175
12.TBYODA


Maybe
12. The Roadie
13. Sugar16



CONGRATS TEAM :thumright: That's 10, we're game on. I can barely contain my excitement for this!
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by bgwolfpack » Tue Oct 08, 2013 1:40 pm

That is really cool you guys! Well done to all of you and Johnny @ Wheeler's Off-Road Inc!
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by Trail X » Tue Oct 08, 2013 2:34 pm

Wow! All 10 in less than three weeks! I'm floored!

Now we have 20 days to get some additional people in on the deal.
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by Regulator1175 » Tue Oct 08, 2013 9:28 pm

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by Aries » Wed Oct 09, 2013 2:08 am

JamesDowning wrote:Now we have 20 days to get some additional people in on the deal.

Put me down for a "Maybe" for now. I'm still planing out my build, I will most defiantly be adding a steel front bumper and winch but i need to plan this out.

Question:
I read the coil overs will lift the front 3" but I will still be able to flip my upper control arms.

What about the rear? what would I use to lift that?
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by v7guy » Wed Oct 09, 2013 8:47 am

Aries wrote:
JamesDowning wrote:Now we have 20 days to get some additional people in on the deal.

Put me down for a "Maybe" for now. I'm still planing out my build, I will most defiantly be adding a steel front bumper and winch but i need to plan this out.

Question:
I read the coil overs will lift the front 3" but I will still be able to flip my upper control arms.

What about the rear? what would I use to lift that?


the markmc spacers, your spring of choice if you'd like to go higher in the rear.
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by TBYODA » Wed Oct 09, 2013 9:24 am

v7guy wrote:
Aries wrote:
JamesDowning wrote:Now we have 20 days to get some additional people in on the deal.

Put me down for a "Maybe" for now. I'm still planing out my build, I will most defiantly be adding a steel front bumper and winch but i need to plan this out.

Question:
I read the coil overs will lift the front 3" but I will still be able to flip my upper control arms.

What about the rear? what would I use to lift that?


the markmc spacers, your spring of choice if you'd like to go higher in the rear.


I am in same boat starting my build and yes you can flip UCA, and as Jason said, for spacers PM MarkMc if you plan on using stock or Z71 springs. You also can go with the skyjacker springs in back then no need spacers see http://forums.offroadtb.com/viewtopic.php?f=15&t=20

From what I understand they are stiffer than the Z71 and you will need long rear shocks than stock. I was thinking of going that way but did not want the stiffer back right now. (Knowing my luck after I lift I will :lol:) So for now I am going stock springs, 2" spacer and Skyjacker rear shocks N8030, these will also work with the Z71 springs. ErikSS is running these and they seemed to preform very good at TECOREIX.
This also a good thread on shock choice, viewtopic.php?f=15&t=3438 :mechanic: :flex dirty:

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Shock Stroke (in.) 10.80
Collapsed Length (in.) 15.69
Extended Length (in.) 26.57
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by Moots1288 » Wed Oct 09, 2013 9:42 am

The sky jacker springs are lift springs and are not stiffer they're are a soft ride spring.
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by mikekey » Wed Oct 09, 2013 11:49 am

What Moots said, the Skyjackers are actually softer than the Z71 springs because they are not variable rate springs, the Z71's are. They get stiffer with more weight on them. The Skyjackers are linear rate lift springs, offer a softer stock feel.
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by Moots1288 » Wed Oct 09, 2013 11:51 am

mikekey wrote:What Moots said, the Skyjackers are actually softer than the Z71 springs because they are not variable rate springs, the Z71's are. They get stiffer with more weight on them. The Skyjackers are linear rate lift springs, offer a softer stock feel.

Exactly thank you for verifying that. I was working when I typed that lol
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by HARDTRAILZ » Wed Oct 09, 2013 12:01 pm

Having been one of the few to run both the Skyjacker rear springs and the Z71....



The Skyjacker are much nicer for everyday driving. They seem to handle weight just as well and eliminate the need for a spacer. I have no issue towing with them either.

The z71 are stiff. If you carry alot of weight all the time or overload on occasion, they might be the ones for you. Might be the best bet if towing at max capacity often.

The Z71 and spacers are cheaper, but I did not like the harsh ride they provided. Some people love them, but having owned and driven many miles on both, I would do the Skyjackers.
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by TBYODA » Wed Oct 09, 2013 12:12 pm

Moots1288 wrote:
mikekey wrote:What Moots said, the Skyjackers are actually softer than the Z71 springs because they are not variable rate springs, the Z71's are. They get stiffer with more weight on them. The Skyjackers are linear rate lift springs, offer a softer stock feel.

Exactly thank you for verifying that. I was working when I typed that lol

My bad was going by what Jason told me about the differences. I must have misunderstood him. :wallbash:
Either way right now I don't want that much lift in the back.
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by TBYODA » Wed Oct 09, 2013 12:58 pm

Order Placed :excited: :cheers:
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by HARDTRAILZ » Wed Oct 09, 2013 1:06 pm

Guess I need to make a final decision on these asap.
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by OregTrailBlazin » Wed Oct 09, 2013 1:36 pm

HARDTRAILZ wrote:Guess I need to make a final decision on these asap.


You still have plenty of time!


10/09/2013
Here is the list...

1. ErikSS --- Order Placed!
2. Karo --- Order Placed!
3. MikeKey --- Order Placed!
4. JamesDowning --- Order Placed!
5. DirtyBacon04 --- Order Placed!
6. vagator --- Order Placed!
7. JMHinAZ --- Order Placed!
8. Whiplash --- Order Placed!
9. dk318is --- Order Placed!
10. Opeth --- Order Placed!
11. Regulator1175 --- Order Placed!
12.TBYODA --- Order Placed!


Maybe
12. The Roadie
13. Sugar16
14. Aries
15. Hardtrailz
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by TBYODA » Wed Oct 09, 2013 4:43 pm

HARDTRAILZ wrote:Guess I need to make a final decision on these asap.
Kyle just get them and sell your old stuff. :poke: :happy whip:
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by HARDTRAILZ » Wed Oct 09, 2013 5:02 pm

Wish it was that simple.
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by KE7WOX » Wed Oct 09, 2013 9:27 pm

Is there an estimated shipping date for the buy? I'm 95% sure I'm getting them
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by TBYODA » Wed Oct 09, 2013 9:37 pm

KE7WOX wrote:Is there an estimated shipping date for the buy? I'm 95% sure I'm getting them
IIRC the deadline is Nov 4 and will be process then to Radflo. Johnny stated about two week build time from that date. Not sure if he can get the to build them sooner.
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