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Jacko
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Post by Jacko »

Thanks worthog,

Have just sent you an email.

Cheers
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4WDbits
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mudchuka wrote:what about the efs spring shock combo they claim to have a 3 inch lift package dont seem to expensive? any one tried them?


EFS are used by several of the winch challenge trucks.
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Jacko
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Hi guys,

Have got some 50mm raised springs and shocks on the way...

Next mission is deciding on some tyres.

With the 50mm lift, will i be able to run 33" with no problems?

Also, how much extra power will the larger tyres use? ie would you recommend running 33" tyres on a non-turbo 4.2D, or will it end up being extremely sluggish going anywhere?

Any recommendations on a set of tyres, more off road orientated, but still ok for extended road use????

Thanks again....
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DaveM
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Post by DaveM »

You'll more than likely get guard rub on full travel with 33's, just make sure you take the factory mud flaps off and you'll be fine.

I run Goodyear MTR's as an all round tyre, and Mongrels for the harder stuff. This is on a standard TD42, and while I notice its a little sluggish on road, I haven't found it a problem off road yet. Would still like a turbo at some stage though, as I'm getting sick of getting hung up on the diffs, so I want 35's
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Jacko
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Post by Jacko »

Thanks Dave,

Think I'll go with the 33" tyres, and see how i go. Already removed the rear mud guards - the front ones will be next to go...

The goodyear mtrs sound like a good all round tyre... how do you find them on the road?

Cheers.
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Post by DaveM »

I have done around 2500km on them and found them good on road, hit a few corners too fast while going around the north island, and was suprised they held on.

They are wearing a little faster than the old BFG's but I do give em hell on road. Paid $245odd each delivered.
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