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[Donner]

Clownin' Ya got me...

 

[RoadBully]

First of all I want to thank RoadBully for making my X look like a piece of ****. Second, I don't think we have a lifted Gen 3 thread so I am putting my pics here. I decided to go with the Quick Lift kit on the front and replace the rear shocks with standard Ranchos. The ride is improved and I really like the leveled look even more than I thought I would. Now the fun begins as I decide what to do next. Any Ideas?

Looks good man
For suggestions... I'd haveto say Rims and tires.
depends on what kinda budget you're working with too thought I guess... simple accessories, bug deflector, vent visors... though you might like the clean look instead.
Push bar?


Cheers



Ben.

 

[SDVike]

I like the tires I have now. They handle off-road well but are excellent on the street. I was thinking about new rims. I am a little confused on the exact offsets and bolt patterns to use. I would like rims that could handle bigger tires when these wear out.

I am still looking for a Bull bar or Brush Guard I like. Maybe something like thishttp://www.4wheelparts.com/Bumpers-Side-Steps/Euroguard.aspx?t_c=64&t_s=268&t_pt=3206&t_pl=2339&t_pn=GSP80228
I actually thought about designing my own. I just need to find someone with a good metal shop.

I do like the clean look because I think it looks more off-road. Unfortunately, I wish I could hide some of the frame that shows.

 

[RoadBully]

Well, your bold patter in 5X114, or 5X4.5 depending on what unit of measurement you use.
As far as offset and backspacing, it'll depend on what tire size you want to go with.
I was also thinking of building my own Front end guard... but for the cost, and time it's pretty much even cheaper to go with something like this.http://www.dealsofsteel.com/product_info.php?products_id=506?osCsid=oemj05phm90p0upiskr9iu4k52

 

[SDVike]

I like that because it follows the lines of the vehicle. Can you tell if it blocks the tow hooks? I want those available if I need to pull someone else out (I don't plan on getting stuck).

 

[RoadBully]

Judging by the picture, I'd say that it does not allow for tow hooks.. not positive though.

 

[bigapple]

First of all I want to thank RoadBully for making my X look like a piece of ****. Second, I don't think we have a lifted Gen 3 thread so I am putting my pics here. I decided to go with the Quick Lift kit on the front and replace the rear shocks with standard Ranchos. The ride is improved and I really like the leveled look even more than I thought I would. Now the fun begins as I decide what to do next. Any Ideas?
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Since I was a bonehead and didn't take before and after pics here is one from back when I first got the new tires.
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wait so u dont like the look or u do like the look? it sounds like ur pissed but then again u could be joking? i cant tell

 

[SDVike]

Bigapple-That was my way of saying that I think RoadBully's truck is sick looking. I like the look of mine. I am just glad his isn't parked next to mine. I would want to start over with the coil springs and more aggressive tires. I am thinking of coping his rims, though. Unfortunately I would have to stop posting here if I did that.

 

[RoadBully]

Bigapple-That was my way of saying that I think RoadBully's truck is sick looking. I like the look of mine. I am just glad his isn't parked next to mine. I would want to start over with the coil springs and more aggressive tires. I am thinking of coping his rims, though. Unfortunately I would have to stop posting here if I did that.

HAHA, no worries, I don't own the "rights" on the rims, if ya like em I say go for it .
Thanks for the comments, I'm glad you like my X.



Cheers


Ben.

 

[SDVike]

You mean I can join the Dick Cepek fan club.

Seriously, I looked at a lot of rims last night and of the ones that fit my explorer I like the looks of them the best. I am a little concerned that while driving on trails that a rock could brake the rim if you hit it just right. Also, how wide is standard rim? Would my tires(265/75R16) handle an 8in rim? RoadBully, I don't know how to read backspacing, offset, and hubcentrid, but guessing that it would give a wider stance.

Here is a link to those rims for those who don't know the specks.http://www.4wheelparts.com/Wheels/Dick-Cepek-DC-1-Black.aspx?t_c=11&t_s=210&t_pt=100044&t_pl=5429&t_pn=M%2fT968421

 

[RoadBully]

You mean I can join the Dick Cepek fan club.

Seriously, I looked at a lot of rims last night and of the ones that fit my explorer I like the looks of them the best. I am a little concerned that while driving on trails that a rock could brake the rim if you hit it just right. Also, how wide is standard rim? Would my tires(265/75R16) handle an 8in rim? RoadBully, I don't know how to read backspacing, offset, and hubcentrid, but guessing that it would give a wider stance.

Here is a link to those rims for those who don't know the specks.http://www.4wheelparts.com/Wheels/Dick-Cepek-DC-1-Black.aspx?t_c=11&t_s=210&t_pt=100044&t_pl=5429&t_pn=M%2fT968421

Yup, those are the exact ones I've got.
They do give a wider stance, They are also a bit wider than stock. Not sure if our stock ones were 7 or 7.5" wide, but the dc-1's that you're looking at are 8.
They should take your tire just fine.
-12mm offset means that where they mount to the vehicle is 12mm's off of center of the rim, towards the inside of the vehicle.
The 4 inch backspacing means that there is 4 inches from the inside lip of the rim (closest the the engine bay) to the mounting point of the rim.
http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=153350
Hope that helps


Ben

 

[Donner]

Bigapple, they got me too...

wait so u dont like the look or u do like the look? it sounds like ur pissed but then again u could be joking? i cant tell

Bigapple-That was my way of saying that I think RoadBully's truck is sick looking. I like the look of mine. I am just glad his isn't parked next to mine. I would want to start over with the coil springs and more aggressive tires. I am thinking of coping his rims, though. Unfortunately I would have to stop posting here if I did that.

HAHA, no worries, I don't own the "rights" on the rims, if ya like em I say go for it .
Thanks for the comments, I'm glad you like my X.



Cheers


Ben.

I figured it out after and edited my post...

 

[bigapple]

Bigapple-That was my way of saying that I think RoadBully's truck is sick looking. I like the look of mine. I am just glad his isn't parked next to mine. I would want to start over with the coil springs and more aggressive tires. I am thinking of coping his rims, though. Unfortunately I would have to stop posting here if I did that.

haha rite... u just seemed really serious but sweet dude... glad u like ur springs

 

[SDVike]

haha rite... u just seemed really serious but sweet dude... glad u like ur springs

Next time I won't use this guy

 

[Donner]

Use it!

That's hilarious!

 

[SDVike]

Yup, those are the exact ones I've got.
They do give a wider stance, They are also a bit wider than stock. Not sure if our stock ones were 7 or 7.5" wide, but the dc-1's that you're looking at are 8.
They should take your tire just fine.
-12mm offset means that where they mount to the vehicle is 12mm's off of center of the rim, towards the inside of the vehicle.
The 4 inch backspacing means that there is 4 inches from the inside lip of the rim (closest the the engine bay) to the mounting point of the rim.
http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=153350
Hope that helps


Ben

Thanks for the help. I do like the idea of the wider stance, little better stability. Do your tires throw mud all over the vehicle. Mine do already but I have no fenders or flaps to stop it. Looks good that way anyway.

 

[RoadBully]

Haha, no worries guys, I knew what he meant, nobody was offended, nobody did anything wrong
Keep lift'n those explorers


Ben

 

[RoadBully]

Thanks for the help. I do like the idea of the wider stance, little better stability. Do your tires throw mud all over the vehicle. Mine do already but I have no fenders or flaps to stop it. Looks good that way anyway.

Yeah, big time... actually those tires clean themselves out in no time.

I hit a mud hole on the back site of my 4wd retailer, and by the time I was 20 feet down the road, they were already completely clear of mud.
A hell of alot on the road though. :

 

[SDVike]

HAHA, no worries, I don't own the "rights" on the rims, if ya like em I say go for it .
Thanks for the comments, I'm glad you like my X.

Well, I'm officially on my way to becoming a RoadBully clone. I ordered those rims today. I will be getting them installed next week. Now all I have to do is to figure out were to put the spare. I am still torn between a rack on top or something on the back.

 

[RoadBully]

Well, I'm officially on my way to becoming a RoadBully clone. I ordered those rims today. I will be getting them installed next week. Now all I have to do is to figure out were to put the spare. I am still torn between a rack on top or something on the back.

I'm limited height wise, because I park underground at work. So on the rear of the truck is my only option, and to be honest , it's the one I like best anyway.
I'll make sure to fire up some photos when I get it done in the next couple weeks.

haha.. you don't mind if I call you MiniMe from now on do you? :





Ben