Does this Disturb anyone else??
#21
RE: Does this Disturb anyone else??
not sure you could get a 4" suspension lift without a serious kit similar to J-Fab's or going with a RD type kit with longer a-arms. I've been testing the limits with my air-bag set up and the halfshafts/balljoints will handle several inches past the stock shock limits (the boots aren't too happy though). You'd have to lose/modify the factory shock or add a shock somewhere else with a limit strap to keep you honest. Don't forget to beef up EVERYTHING. Ever wonder why Travis came up with all that cool shiite? Because he broke most of the stock stuff wheeling. 42" iroks are 100 lbs, the 44" tsl is 120 and the 44" bogger is 145 lbs. Add about 55 lbs for the 2 piece steelies with rock guards/hardware (aluminum might be a few lbs lighter).
I came across this site a few years back:
http://www.hummer.is
click on "super arctic" on the left and then continue through some fun pictures/descriptions. Probably just a 4" body lift to accomodate the 44" tires (looks like boggers?). Pretty cool. The 44's look gargantuan. You could probably contact J-Fab and ask about a smaller kit, but I think it would be $$$ when Travis' stuff would be sufficient.
I came across this site a few years back:
http://www.hummer.is
click on "super arctic" on the left and then continue through some fun pictures/descriptions. Probably just a 4" body lift to accomodate the 44" tires (looks like boggers?). Pretty cool. The 44's look gargantuan. You could probably contact J-Fab and ask about a smaller kit, but I think it would be $$$ when Travis' stuff would be sufficient.
#22
RE: Does this Disturb anyone else??
ORIGINAL: Muddydawg75
ummm... the red one isn't a real SB...
1999 AM GENERAL HMCO 137ZA9032XE185378
http://www.carfax.com/viewEmailRepor...wOq9bDgDaCTSi3
ummm... the red one isn't a real SB...
1999 AM GENERAL HMCO 137ZA9032XE185378
http://www.carfax.com/viewEmailRepor...wOq9bDgDaCTSi3
#23
RE: Does this Disturb anyone else??
ORIGINAL: ronb
not sure you could get a 4" suspension lift without a serious kit similar to J-Fab's or going with a RD type kit with longer a-arms. I've been testing the limits with my air-bag set up and the halfshafts/balljoints will handle several inches past the stock shock limits (the boots aren't too happy though). You'd have to lose/modify the factory shock or add a shock somewhere else with a limit strap to keep you honest. Don't forget to beef up EVERYTHING. Ever wonder why Travis came up with all that cool shiite? Because he broke most of the stock stuff wheeling. 42" iroks are 100 lbs, the 44" tsl is 120 and the 44" bogger is 145 lbs. Add about 55 lbs for the 2 piece steelies with rock guards/hardware (aluminum might be a few lbs lighter).
I came across this site a few years back:
http://www.hummer.is
click on "super arctic" on the left and then continue through some fun pictures/descriptions. Probably just a 4" body lift to accomodate the 44" tires (looks like boggers?). Pretty cool. The 44's look gargantuan. You could probably contact J-Fab and ask about a smaller kit, but I think it would be $$$ when Travis' stuff would be sufficient.
not sure you could get a 4" suspension lift without a serious kit similar to J-Fab's or going with a RD type kit with longer a-arms. I've been testing the limits with my air-bag set up and the halfshafts/balljoints will handle several inches past the stock shock limits (the boots aren't too happy though). You'd have to lose/modify the factory shock or add a shock somewhere else with a limit strap to keep you honest. Don't forget to beef up EVERYTHING. Ever wonder why Travis came up with all that cool shiite? Because he broke most of the stock stuff wheeling. 42" iroks are 100 lbs, the 44" tsl is 120 and the 44" bogger is 145 lbs. Add about 55 lbs for the 2 piece steelies with rock guards/hardware (aluminum might be a few lbs lighter).
I came across this site a few years back:
http://www.hummer.is
click on "super arctic" on the left and then continue through some fun pictures/descriptions. Probably just a 4" body lift to accomodate the 44" tires (looks like boggers?). Pretty cool. The 44's look gargantuan. You could probably contact J-Fab and ask about a smaller kit, but I think it would be $$$ when Travis' stuff would be sufficient.
#26
RE: Does this Disturb anyone else??
ORIGINAL: Muddydawg75
I'd be happy with Big Jun and 40's.... to be prefectly honest. It would suit my wheeling desires perfectly.
I'd be happy with Big Jun and 40's.... to be prefectly honest. It would suit my wheeling desires perfectly.
#27
RE: Does this Disturb anyone else??
just noticed you on a few other forums. Coolest hummer I think I've seen so far is John Andres' 2 door work in progress. Good luck with your hunt for the perfect lift/tire combo without breaking your piggybank. Are you running 39.5 swampers? As soon as I can figure out some bump-stops for my suspension I'd love to upgrade to 39.5 iroks.
#28
RE: Does this Disturb anyone else??
Thanks, and yea mine is definately a work in progress. As for tires I am currently running 37" Goodyear MT's waiting till they have finished their lifecycle before I mount my 38" Cepek Kevlars that I got (used) but a smoking deal at $50 a piece with around 80% tread left. After that I plan on getting 39.5 Iroks and also maybe some Boggers as well and running 2 sets of tires one for daily driving yet still aggressive and one for the mudruns etc.
Although I have not beefed up the driveline or anything yet... I know should have done that right away but low on the funds and couldnt wait any longer to get my H1 that 2"s higher. I plan on doing so this summer with frame reinforcement, heavy duty halfshaft kit, rockram, center diff kit, and the steering parts as needed.
I doubt all of that will get done this summer but frame reinforcement certainly will.
Although I have not beefed up the driveline or anything yet... I know should have done that right away but low on the funds and couldnt wait any longer to get my H1 that 2"s higher. I plan on doing so this summer with frame reinforcement, heavy duty halfshaft kit, rockram, center diff kit, and the steering parts as needed.
I doubt all of that will get done this summer but frame reinforcement certainly will.
#29
RE: Does this Disturb anyone else??
I have the same problem as you...eyes are usually bigger than my wallet. Have to take a deep breath and tell myself I'm in it for the long-haul and don't need everything NOW! Kid's gotta eat.
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