Escape Posted August 29, 2008 Share Posted August 29, 2008 Another vote for First Four here. I don't like the tubular ones, but do like the fact they're mounted a bit higher. So I chose the standard version but adjusted the mounting to improve the approach angle. D44 is another option, but more expensive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McS Junior Posted August 29, 2008 Author Share Posted August 29, 2008 Another vote for First Four here.I don't like the tubular ones, but do like the fact they're mounted a bit higher. So I chose the standard version but adjusted the mounting to improve the approach angle. Thanks for that mate - another really nice, simple looking truck. Have you any photos showing the departure angle? What have you done to modify the mounting? Also, have you any details or pics of your snorkel? Looks like what I'm after... Ross Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Turbocharger Posted August 29, 2008 Share Posted August 29, 2008 Mine's a Gwyn Lewis unit, bought second hand on here: It's built like a brick sh... well, it's very strong. Surprisingly light too. If I was buying new, I'd probably go for a First Four tubular one because they're low profile and subtle, although they seem weaker than the one I've got. Looking at the design I have now, I wouldn't go higher because the cable pull is in line with the bumper bolt heads - any higher and a strong pull would be trying to twist the bumper downwards. Something to bear in mind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Escape Posted September 1, 2008 Share Posted September 1, 2008 Thanks for that mate - another really nice, simple looking truck.Have you any photos showing the departure angle? What have you done to modify the mounting? Also, have you any details or pics of your snorkel? Looks like what I'm after... Ross THX for the compliment Ross. But I must admit the truck looks a lot less simple these days. The pic above was was taken just after I got my big tyres, since then I changed the wheelarches, addes a full external roll cage and euh, a few dents. I haven't measured the departure angle, but i't pretty good. As for the modifications, I put the bottom mount on top of the chassis rails instead of underneath, and added some brackets (both under the bumper and inside) to insure everything is well connected. Filip Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
calle-fas Posted September 6, 2008 Share Posted September 6, 2008 mmm ARB for me need somthing big and strong for those roos and abo's to bounch off I'm really into ARB bumpers. But I do have a question. What about weight? Do you notice any actual difference? -- Calle[FAS] - proud member of [FAS] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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