Datrupr's Mod Thread

[datrupr]

Ok, I know this is probably not technically a "mod", but it is the first bit of useful OHV equpment I have purchased for the Trooper. I know that in the unfortunate event that if you are out on the trail and happen upon a stuck or a situation that you may need some help getting out of, you always need some recovery point front and rear. So, check it out. :victory:

 

[kevin]

Aaron, I do not see a link to a picture. What is it that you installed on the Trooper?

 

[datrupr]

Well S*%t!!!! I forgot to attach the pic.

Here it is, sorry everybody.

 

[flyingwil]

:wavey: Aron-
Is that a shackle hitch reciever, or a D Ring mount on a bumper? Either way I am sure it will be put to good use. It also has some cool factor in my book! :luxhello: Looks good! Keep updating us with your progress on your vehicle!

 

[datrupr]

Wil, it is a D ring shackle receiver mount. and I hope it does not get put to good use, but it is always nice to have just in case.

And yes, I hope it does increase the "cool" factor.

 

[kevin]

That is a great idea. When I installed my reciever hitch I had to remove the factory tow hooks to use their mounting holes. I love the hitch, but was disapointed with the loss of the tow hooks. Hmmm... time to go shopping!

 

[datrupr]

Kevin, I got mine at Sesert Rat for $40.00. It is made by Warn and seems very solid. It does however have a 1/2" fitting as opposed to a 5/8" on the Trooper factory receiver. But that was fine by me because I wanted to get a locking pin anyway, and this gave me a reason, and I got an adjstable pin to fit my ball also. I thin that was $15-18.00 at Wal-Mart.

 

[kevin]

Thanks for the info. I live only a few minutes from Warn Industries world head quarters. I did not know they made the reciever D-ring. I will stop by there next week!!

 

[flyingwil]

You can get them from GOWARN.com... they are great to deal with.

 

[datrupr]

Yup, that is the one I have. I will have on the ready for Broken Arrow next Sunday. Hopefully I will not need it.

 

[The BN Guy]

Those things are quite solid! Been using one for several years now with no problems. Better than a tow hook in my opinion.

 

[flyingwil]

H He He He! I just got one today as my Birthday present from my wife! Glad she listens to what I want when I ramble on about what I want to do to my truck.

 

[The BN Guy]

Glad she listens to what I want when I ramble on about what I want to do to my truck.

Consider yourself lucky!

 

[flyingwil]

Is it luck or love? Either way this will be a great tool and I am sure it will get some great use!

 

[datrupr]

Picked up the new shoes the other day courtesy of flyingwil. The are Firestone Destination MT's 265/75/r16's with a fair amount of tread left. If my shcedule permits this evening I will get them mounted and ready for the rally this weekend . After I get them mounted I will post up a few pics and the mod thread will hopefully get rolling from there