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Offline RazorbackTravelRN

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a work in progress...
« on: May 14, 2011, 05:43:51 PM »
Year:2010
Model:LT
Engine:5.3 L V-8
Axle Gear Ratio:Factory
Suspension:Factory with 3" lift
Tires:285/65/R18 All Terrain
Wheels:Ballistic Off Road 18" Chrome
Accessories:Bushwacker Pocket-Style fender flares, self-lowering nerf bars, wind deflectors, 3" body lift
Future Modifications:vigorously searching for a heavy-duty front bumper replacement with grill guard, grill insert, after-market headlamps and tail lights, different rims and tires (thinking black rims and more rugged tires.

Aside from the fender flares and wind deflectors, I bought this truck as it appears.  I absolutely LOVE the auto-lowering nerf bars (especially since it is lifted), but dont care for the rims and tires much.  I added the fender flares today, and Ive not yet decided if I like them or not.  I would appreciate any and all opinions/comments.  My thoughts:  they make the truck appear 1/2 done...like something is missing.  If I could ever find a replacement bumper like what I have imagined, I think this issue would be resolved????  Thanks in advance for your input.


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Re: a work in progress...
« Reply #1 on: May 14, 2011, 06:15:42 PM »
That does look sweet....   You can check out Road Armor bumpers. http://www.roadarmor.com/  They make some nice custom ones... 

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Re: a work in progress...
« Reply #2 on: May 14, 2011, 06:21:49 PM »
I agree with Enkei - welcome to the club.

As far as the flares, as the truck currently sits I agree with you. If you weren't going to add a new bumper I would say paint them body color and you'd be good to go.
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Re: a work in progress...
« Reply #3 on: May 14, 2011, 06:53:20 PM »
Thanks, yall!  No one has seen it yet with the flares, was anxious for opinions other than my own!!

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Re: a work in progress...
« Reply #4 on: May 14, 2011, 06:56:36 PM »
I'm really liking the 2nd gen lifted the more I see them  :thumbsup:  I agree with MBT, if you don't find a bumper you like, paint them to match the truck.

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Re: a work in progress...
« Reply #5 on: May 14, 2011, 08:13:03 PM »
Nice ride :thumbup:  I agree with the others on painting the flares to match the body unless you do something with the front bumper.

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Re: a work in progress...
« Reply #6 on: May 15, 2011, 08:36:35 AM »
That is a great looking Av.

Agreed as well, definitely need a heavier duty bumper and grille guard for the front to finish it off. I like the tire/wheel myself but that's what it's all about, your own taste.

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