FROADER's "Re-registry"

Well as many know, I haven't had my explorer for quite some time. That has all changed since about 1 hour ago. I bought Mark's Explorer from him this morning (Felix on the board) and I'm already loving it.

This is my old one.

This is the 'new' one.

Here is the link to Mark's write up of my Explorer. Write up of Explorer

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6/15/2006 UPDATE

Well, I figured I'd update this since it came back up.

The new look: Took off the brush guard and painted the EB tan to black.

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7/13/06 Update

Added a wristed arm...

...so I can do this:

I also swapped the front EZ-locker for a True Trac L/S.

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8/04/06 Update

Engine swap in TX at SVO's house.

Discussion Thread

section525 (left) and SVO.

Brian (trckmagik) with a sawzall...

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12/28/06 Update

Some fender trimming. I also took off the piece directly under the grill.

Fender trimming thread

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3/04/07 Update

Lt.Jim's console inspired me to build my own. So here are some pics. I didn't get a lot of 'progress' pics.

The build-up thread

6/17/07 Update

Added a speaker so I can hear my CB.

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3/10/07 Update

New rear bumper. Thanks Chris (CG - FAT CAT).

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3/17/07 Update

Rock lights.

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7/21/07 Update

12.7hp and more diff protection added with this sticker that I forgot I had.

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10/13/07 Update

Front bumper/winch mount.

Build Thread

Before:

During:

After x3:

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10/31/07 Update

8" subwoofer

About ten minutes with a little saw and channel locks and about twenty minutes with my 4.5" angle grinder with a 36 grit disc, (what I use for the tikis) and it was done.

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12/21/07 Update

Interco Super Swamper TSL SX - 36x12.5-15

Testing them at Truckhaven.

3/26/08 Update

Rear Bumper mods. The swing out portion of the bumper was not very well designed, so I took it off...

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A pic from the October Truck Haven run. I love this one. (photo by IZwack's brother)

 

[lifeguard379]

you have any pics of the RA crossmember? thanks.

 

[FROADER]

I'll take one when i get home from work. It's the SkyJacker ttb 6" lift one.

 

[section525]

Look good.

 

[FROADER]

Dig to get jiggy wiv Mr. Biggy. Booyakasha...RESPECT!

 

[lifeguard379]

cool thanks.

 

[Brandons]

Dig to get jiggy wiv Mr. Biggy. Booyakasha...RESPECT!

..my iq just dropped...

 

[FROADER]

Haha. If you haven't ever seen it, check out "Da Ali G Show" on HBO.

 

[Brandons]

Next time im watchin tv ill keep an eye out for it, dont watch alot though.

 

[FROADER]

It will probably seem really...really stupid at first, but the more you watch it, the funnier it gets.

 

[Brandons]

Kinda like trailer park boys.. i hated that show at first but started to find it funny. Still dont like Conan though..

 

[FROADER]

Since this came up again, I updated the first post with some pics.

 

[Stic-o]

hey colin whatever happend to the EZ locker? did it brake? I can't remember

 

[FROADER]

I think the problem is the spring inside not being strong enough. There is no broken teeth or anything like that. It was brand new when Mark put it in so...? It would work 'sometimes', but I wanted a L/S anyway. I still have the EZ in the carrier if you want it.

 

[FROADER]

A new addition.

I got this rear bumper from CG today.

I had to cut a little of the frame to get it on, but it's on and I love it!
I'm going to take more pictures tomorrow.

I need to readjust my headlights (again ) so I'm not blinding people.


This is just another pic I took while at RangerX's house today.

 

[IZwack]

Wow so you got it

 

[cgriffin_5139]

Colin did you get the aals yet? looks good! One more? did it come in ultra flat black.

 

[FROADER]

I haven't gotten them yet, and the bumper is not ultra flat, but it is flat.

 

[Jefe]

That Hi-lift is just asking to be ripped off.

 

[FROADER]

That Hi-lift is just asking to be ripped off.

Yeah, I think it's just the way I put it on there too. It can be moved left or right flipped around. There are just two studs that you stick through the holes of the jack. I don't think Chris ever had any problems with it getting hit either.

Here are some more pictures. I wired up the license plate frame light today. You can't see it or tell but I thought I'd let everyone know. :

The (latch) pin.

Opened:

Closed:

...and a pic of my vehicles. :0

 

[FAKRWEE]

Hey, next time you're in Tiki heaven let me know. I would of swung by.