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Forum: Tires and Wheels
02-14-2010, 02:30 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,085
Posted By aced411

Update

Haven't gotten them to break loose in the rain yet, and I'm from the Seattle area. Siping makes quite a difference on the BFG's
Forum: Tires and Wheels
01-25-2010, 07:38 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,085
Posted By aced411

Definitely better than Toyo M/T's when it comes...

Definitely better than Toyo M/T's when it comes to on-road performance...and to those who's primary focus is winter driving I would say the duratracs are a good purchase. The traction sticks like...
Forum: Tires and Wheels
01-24-2010, 11:06 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,085
Posted By aced411

Goodyear Duratrac - Why I returned them

I'll be honest I was going to write a big long story about my experience going from bfg to duratrac but decided to get to the point instead:


Pro's:
-Improved wet weather traction
-Better in...
Forum: Tires and Wheels
01-14-2010, 08:23 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 47,175
Posted By aced411

LOL I didn't mean to say they were pricey...

LOL I didn't mean to say they were pricey twice.... yeah I am a strong believer in that concept. I ended up owing $770 out the door (including siping at $11 a tire). They really do look good. I...
Forum: Tires and Wheels
01-13-2010, 08:37 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 47,175
Posted By aced411

Mounted

I ended up getting the Duratracs. A little pricey. My initial impressions:

They look great
They're noisier than BFG A/T's but quieter than a mud terrain
They have great rain traction (so far)...
Forum: Tires and Wheels
01-10-2010, 10:45 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,556
Posted By aced411

Are you indicating that shiny chrome spoke wheels...

Are you indicating that shiny chrome spoke wheels that look like they came off a pimped out Cadillac are somehow better? Black rims rock!
Forum: Tires and Wheels
01-09-2010, 10:09 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 47,175
Posted By aced411

Ok well they're coming Monday so once I get them...

Ok well they're coming Monday so once I get them mounted I'll post pics if you'd like
Forum: New Member Area
01-08-2010, 12:52 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 693
Posted By aced411

Yes sir, south of Seattle

Yes sir, south of Seattle
Forum: New Member Area
01-07-2010, 05:27 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 693
Posted By aced411

Thumbs up Looks like the previous owner put R75's on it. ...

Looks like the previous owner put R75's on it. They look like they have plenty of clearance. That opens up a wide range of choices.
Forum: Tires and Wheels
01-07-2010, 05:25 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 47,175
Posted By aced411

?

Anyone put these on an LS 4 door yet? I'd love to see a pic! I'm considering them.
Forum: New Member Area
01-07-2010, 01:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 693
Posted By aced411

Not really a fan of destinations. I prefer...

Not really a fan of destinations. I prefer agressive tires. I
used to run bfg a/t ko's. The Goodyear duratracs also look promising neither of which are in my size. I'm not going the lift and mod...
Forum: New Member Area
01-07-2010, 12:02 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 693
Posted By aced411

Blazin' again

Hi,
I'm not a new member, I used to cruise these forums daily....but it's been a long time. I had sold my blazer and bought a new xterra. Recently we were faced with some unexpected financial...
Forum: Off Roading
02-28-2008, 11:27 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,567
Posted By aced411

RE: Burning popcorn smell?

That was me that had that problem. I changed the fluid in my transfer case and the problem went away :)
Forum: Detailing
02-27-2008, 12:47 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,789
Posted By aced411

RE: Door dings...

That taste is a bitterent that is added to deter junkies from inhaling it directly to get high. As long as you're in an open area you'll be fine......although I have a hard time believing it'll...
Forum: Paint, Body, & Interior
02-19-2008, 05:43 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,187
Posted By aced411

RE: New brush guard

Your hunter looks great!. By the way Gabriel Max Control monotube shocks eliminated the scraping/rubbing. I guess the Mountain Ryders just couldn't' hold that grill up
Forum: Paint, Body, & Interior
02-19-2008, 02:06 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,187
Posted By aced411

RE: New brush guard

It's a CSI. Supposed to be equivalent to a Westin. Cost the same.
Forum: Paint, Body, & Interior
02-17-2008, 01:16 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,187
Posted By aced411

RE: New brush guard

I don't think so there seems to be enough clearence directly underneath, I actually think it's scraping b/c the weight of the guard. I had just enough lift to safely clear my tires from the fender,...
Forum: Paint, Body, & Interior
02-16-2008, 01:34 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,187
Posted By aced411

RE: New brush guard

Yeah I thought about mounting to the relocation brackets myself, but I wanted it mounted directly to the frame so if I actually hit something w/ it or need to push another vehicle it will hold up a...
Forum: Paint, Body, & Interior
02-15-2008, 03:19 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,187
Posted By aced411

RE: New brush guard

Actually I paid a shop $200 to install it b/c it required a custom bracket and welding to attach it to the frame b/c of the body lift.
Forum: Paint, Body, & Interior
02-15-2008, 02:19 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,187
Posted By aced411

New brush guard

Got that brush guard I've been wanting. Check it out. It's actually a funny story b/c I initially ran out and got a 2" body lift to keep the blaze from scraping on deep inclines.....and after the...
Forum: Tires and Wheels
02-03-2008, 01:15 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,245
Posted By aced411

RE: BFG All Terrains

I tell you what, I had my bfg a/t 's siped and it made a huge difference! The ride was more soft, and I drove over a mountain pass this weekend that was solid compact snow and ice.....and I didn't...
Forum: Paint, Body, & Interior
01-26-2008, 11:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,549
Posted By aced411

RE: grill guard after body lift

Thanks for the info!
Forum: Paint, Body, & Interior
01-26-2008, 05:14 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,549
Posted By aced411

grill guard after body lift

Hi,
I know this question has been thrown around a bit, but I want to be sure before I make a purchase. Will this fit considering I have a 2" body lift?

...
Forum: Off Roading
01-23-2008, 01:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,042
Posted By aced411

RE: Mt Rainier

Nice!
Forum: Lifting Tech
01-19-2008, 03:40 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,113
Posted By aced411

RE: Asta la vista rubbing!

Here are a few more pics. I didn't really have time to take some nice pics w/ my camera yet these are just w/ my phone. The tires seem kind of small in these pics. I thought they were LT255's, but...
Forum: Lifting Tech
01-18-2008, 12:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,113
Posted By aced411

RE: Asta la vista rubbing!

I'll snap some more pics.
Forum: Lifting Tech
01-17-2008, 11:50 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,113
Posted By aced411

RE: Asta la vista rubbing!

Thanks!
Forum: Lifting Tech
01-16-2008, 10:23 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,113
Posted By aced411

RE: Asta la vista rubbing!

$299 for the kit, $500 labor. They said it would take about a day and a half, but they ended up finishing in 7 hours. The only problem is now I've opened a whole new can of worms. I'm looking at...
Forum: Lifting Tech
01-16-2008, 08:52 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,113
Posted By aced411

RE: Asta la vista rubbing!

$500. Worth it to me considering I don't have the time to tinker w/ it, especially since it's my DD.
Forum: Lifting Tech
01-16-2008, 06:52 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,113
Posted By aced411

RE: Asta la vista rubbing!

To tell you the truth I'm not sure if there were any modifications needed for the step bars. It was a $300 kit that came w/ bumper relocation brackets. I had an offroad shop install it for me. ...
Forum: Lifting Tech
01-16-2008, 06:33 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,113
Posted By aced411

Asta la vista rubbing!

2" body lift took care of my fender rubbing issues. Check it out.
Forum: Lifting Tech
01-15-2008, 02:40 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 719
Posted By aced411

RE: rubbing opinions

That's good to hear b/c I'm not going to mess with the t-bar. I'd go back to smaller tires before I'd do that.
Forum: Lifting Tech
01-14-2008, 09:07 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 719
Posted By aced411

RE: rubbing opinions

Cool!
Forum: Lifting Tech
01-13-2008, 03:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 719
Posted By aced411

RE: rubbing opinions

Actually it's hard for me to tell. I tried cranking the wheel all the way and pushing down on the front of the truck. All I can see is the bottom edge of the fender is pretty close....but still...
Forum: Lifting Tech
01-13-2008, 01:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 719
Posted By aced411

rubbing opinions

Hi,
My new wheel/tire combo rubs when the suspension is compressed on a turn. I'm running LT255 x 70 x 16" (255 is about 30") on 2wd rims. The front stick out a little as expected. I have a 2"...
Forum: Tires and Wheels
01-09-2008, 06:26 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,238
Posted By aced411

RE: Got new wheels/tires finally!

I just hope the body lift helps. Now that I've been driving it for almost two days I definitely have to be careful or the tires will scrape. It's looking like a 2" body lift kit plus labor will set...
Forum: Tires and Wheels
01-08-2008, 09:40 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,238
Posted By aced411

RE: Got new wheels/tires finally!

After a trade in of $80 per tire for my 6 month old bfg a/t ko's it ended up just under $1000.
Forum: Tires and Wheels
01-08-2008, 05:52 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,238
Posted By aced411

RE: Got new wheels/tires finally!

Would a 2" body lift or stiffer shocks help keep the fender from hitting the tire when I go up inclines?
Forum: Tires and Wheels
01-08-2008, 04:33 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,238
Posted By aced411

RE: Got new wheels/tires finally!

Thanks I'm glad you guys like them. You don't know the nightmare I went through to get them! First I had to special order both the wheels and tires, and the wheels took two weeks to come in. Then...
Forum: Tires and Wheels
01-08-2008, 03:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,238
Posted By aced411

Got new wheels/tires finally!

Check it out! The tires are LT255's on 16" Victory Hauler Nascar rims.



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Forum: Off Roading
12-22-2007, 02:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,042
Posted By aced411

RE: Mt Rainier

Reiner pits? Can't say I have. I live about 45 minutes south of Seattle in the Sumner/Puyallup area
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
12-22-2007, 02:16 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,904
Posted By aced411

RE: 4x4 burning smell

Ahhh yes makes sense. I haven't changed the fliud...it's probably low or contaminated.
Forum: Steering, Suspension & Drivetrain
12-22-2007, 03:48 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,904
Posted By aced411

4x4 burning smell

Hi guys can you help? I was driving up the mountain in the snow having a great time in 4wd and noticed a burning smell. There was no smoke or anything, but I don't remember having that problem last...
Forum: Off Roading
12-22-2007, 03:27 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,042
Posted By aced411

RE: Mt Rainier

That's the road to paradise on MT. Rainier
Forum: Off Roading
12-20-2007, 04:39 AM
Replies: 192
Views: 15,768
Posted By aced411

RE: Post Your Snow Pics!

Here's my girl by my blazer on Mt Rainier (couldn't very well say "move so I can take a pic of just my truck" lol)



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Forum: Off Roading
12-20-2007, 04:12 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,042
Posted By aced411

Mt Rainier

Drove up Mt. Rainier yesterday morning w/ the girlfriend. The blazer handled like a dream. Since I'm here talking about it, I noticed a slight burning smell while driving in 4x4. Is that b/c I...
Forum: Tires and Wheels
12-18-2007, 10:57 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,346
Posted By aced411

RE: new wheels

Oh well it was probably for the better. I stopped by Discount Tire and they worked w/ me to find a good wheel. I'm going up to 16's and they are taking my current tires as a trade in to save me...
Forum: Tires and Wheels
12-18-2007, 04:23 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,346
Posted By aced411

RE: new wheels

You know Les Schwab they won't do it if they think there will be the any issues. I was like "hey can I lift the body a couple inches so they fit?" and they said "You can't lift those s-10 blazers"....
Forum: Tires and Wheels
12-18-2007, 03:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,346
Posted By aced411

RE: new wheels

[:@] Talk about a major disappointment. My wheels came in today and it turns out they stick out too far. They said the tire will hit the fender when I turn. The only wheels they said would fit...
Forum: Tires and Wheels
12-16-2007, 08:10 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,346
Posted By aced411

RE: new wheels

Looks good!
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