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That is a mean looking TB. Wanna do a trail run sometime?
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JamesDowning wrote:That is a mean looking TB. Wanna do a trail run sometime?
I'd be down, depending on distance from me...
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I've got a lot of stuff coming up (more work trips overseas + holiday related travel) but I'd like to fit in a little trip to Green Ridge - and then a trip back to Rausch soon too!
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dirty anton wrote:with some paint
Are those fender flairs that you have? lol. If so where did you get them at lol
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JamesDowning wrote:That is a mean looking TB. Wanna do a trail run sometime?
yea im totally down keep me posted. that would be awsome.
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dirty anton - Trail-Blazer
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mikepeters1983 wrote:dirty anton wrote:with some paint
Are those fender flairs that you have? lol. If so where did you get them at lol
lol no fender flares here. thats from the factory.
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bartonmd wrote:HOT!
thanx mike. oh yea thanx for the 411
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dirty anton wrote:Are those fender flairs that you have? lol. If so where did you get them at lol
lol no fender flares here. thats from the factory.[/quote]
Damn I wish I would of got them on mine lol, but hey you win some and you lose some right?
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JamesDowning wrote:I've got a lot of stuff coming up (more work trips overseas + holiday related travel) but I'd like to fit in a little trip to Green Ridge - and then a trip back to Rausch soon too!
A cuple guys from the Wm4x4 club went to Rausch in the summer and are planning another trip next summer i heard it is amazing? Hope i can make it next summer.
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It was a cool park - but it's not my normal cup of tea - I'd generally prefer to be in a national forest or something because you're away from people. It's a good proving ground though. I look forward to going back to see how much of a difference upgraded springs make.
Here's the last trip: viewtopic.php?f=10&t=18
Here's the last trip: viewtopic.php?f=10&t=18
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I wonder if those with my bumpers and skids could post pics on the MDB Fab facebook page?
http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/MDB-Fa ... 7876345382
Thanks,
Mike
http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/MDB-Fa ... 7876345382
Thanks,
Mike
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Mike, I'll post some when I get home and have more access to pics, my works comp sucks.
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Back to stock, had fun while it lasted...
Back to stock, had fun while it lasted...
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I know, I know... No pics or it didn't happen, 
but last night I finally cut up my brushguard and welded it to my bumper. Looks awesome and exactly how I was picturing it to look like in the end.
I'll get some pics up tonite, since I don't have a camera phone or nothing. Still need to finish it by rolling on some Herculiner, but that'll wait til I get a decently warm weekend.
but last night I finally cut up my brushguard and welded it to my bumper. Looks awesome and exactly how I was picturing it to look like in the end.I'll get some pics up tonite, since I don't have a camera phone or nothing. Still need to finish it by rolling on some Herculiner, but that'll wait til I get a decently warm weekend.
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Back to stock, had fun while it lasted...
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Cool, post 'em up!
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On to the pics!! Lovin' it! Still got to thank Mike for his products! 
Can't wait to paint it so it looks new again...
Can't wait to paint it so it looks new again...
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Back to stock, had fun while it lasted...
Back to stock, had fun while it lasted...
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I'm so freak'in jealous.
How much of the brush guard got cut off the bottom? Did you need to bend it out?
It looks right. Well done.
How much of the brush guard got cut off the bottom? Did you need to bend it out?
It looks right. Well done.
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Thanks man!
As for how much I cut off, I'd say about 4" off the bottom, then just cut it to the contour of the bumper for a good weld. A little close to the grill, about 1/4" gap.
And it did not have to be bent. The spacing of the sides of the grille guard and the shackle mounts are 3" each side, so fit perfect.
As for how much I cut off, I'd say about 4" off the bottom, then just cut it to the contour of the bumper for a good weld. A little close to the grill, about 1/4" gap.
And it did not have to be bent. The spacing of the sides of the grille guard and the shackle mounts are 3" each side, so fit perfect.
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Back to stock, had fun while it lasted...
Back to stock, had fun while it lasted...
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Looks good!
Wow, that paint is trashed! That's like 3 coats of the brush-on Rustoleum Hammered, too! Mine just had about 20-30 little rock chips that were rusted...
Mike
Wow, that paint is trashed! That's like 3 coats of the brush-on Rustoleum Hammered, too! Mine just had about 20-30 little rock chips that were rusted...
Mike
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Looks real good Nick. Follows the vehicle lines well. Big question, can you remove the grille without removing the bumper?
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