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If they destroy a $150 bar, I rather replace that than the $700 bumper. The hitch for troopers are all frame mounted so you don't have to worry about it pushing in the bumper. SUVs don't have 5mph bumpers on them (as they aren't required by law) so there is no crumple zone built into bumpers on SUVs.
-mike
I've been lurking around here awhile, as I am considering purchasing a new Trooper (it's between that and a Pathfinder). Going to test drive the Trooper tonight.
My question is about rear protection. Looking at Paisan's bar prototype above, it seems like that would protect the bumper only if the car behind was a very specific height, so is it really that useful? I, too, parallel park quite often. Also, would this metal bar do more damage to the car behind me (that I'm bumping into) than a plain old bumper would? Or, maybe the steel bar could be covered with padding?
I'm also wondering about the spare tire. Would the back end of the Trooper be safer if I took the spare off? I was thinking maybe I could leave it inside, except for when I need the cargo space. Plus, that way I could have that "new tire smell" in the interior instead of the "new car smell."
- Crunchy
-mike
1. What brand is your roof rack and cost?
2. What Hellas do you have?
3. How do you install fogs on the Trooper, do you just cut out the plastic in the factory spots?
4. I like your ECB nudgebar, how do you like it? Pros/Cons?
Thanks.
Hella fogs are 450's and they do fit the cut outs, but are a little tight as they are a little taller and wider than stock fogs. I had my 4WheelParts guys put in and it was easy for them to do the cut outs. They fit quite well.
I love my ECB and quality is phenomenal. Thick, beefy, heavy and clean installation fit. I highly recommend. See Mike "Paisan" if you're thinking of buying one. Good luck. John.
I might be interested in participating in a group buy. Could you find out current prices for a black ECB nudge bar? Thanks.
-mike
I noticed the same thing. I have no idea why they are sunk in. I personally like the sunk in ones better than the ones on the '00. Also I think in '00 they changed the Ltd./Lux rims so that the center piece is actually part of the rim, maybe on the S model as well.
-mike
Also, what happened to the subject line??????
I guess it is only on the LTD. that has a 1 piece rim + centercap.
-mike
Do you know what the weight capacity is for your roofrack? I looked on the website you provided but it didn't say. TIA.
Also, just wondering why you went with the different rims, off of a Rodeo right?
They look real good.
Hey, have any of you ever seen/used one of these?
http://www.hatchbag.com/hatchbag.html
It's the first bed liner I've seen that goes up the sides.
Also, I'm looking for a pet barrier that is metal with a relatively small mesh that goes all the way to the floor. Anybody have a recommendation?
And one more thing: have any of you ever installed speakers in the rear (i.e. back seat) doors of a late-model Trooper? I'm considering it, as the 4" speakers in the rear posts are totally useless.
-mike
After driving my Trooper a few days with the new 265/75R16s on, I am convinced that stiffer rate torsion bars would improve handling substantially. I have not had any luck so far getting the correct Sway-Away application, despite your helpful advice. So, I am wondering if you have a receipt or something from your installation with the part numbers that I need.
Also, having observed the installation, do you feel it is a doable DIY project?
Thanks,
Steve
I asked Sahara and someone else before about part # for Swayaway and I'm quite sure it is 1549 for a 98+ Trooper.
Roof rack rating is 150lbs. but dealer told me it is the strongest of any aftermarket ones he puts on and could easily handle 200 lbs. He said the wgt limit is often restricted to what the vehicle mftrs will allow, as opposed to what they will hold.
My rims are from my 97 Trooper S. I swapped them out with those on the 99 I bought before I turned 97 leased Trooper in. HTH.
Mike, I'm not talking about replacing the little 4" speakers that are in the rear posts -- I'm talking about cutting holes in the rear passenger doors (not the tailgate doors) and adding 6.5" rounds. I was wondering if anyone here has ever done that. But I do like your website
Sue
Yeah I caught what you were saying about the pass doors. I know some people have but in 5.5" speakers in the rear pillars using the directions. I don't know of anyone who has done rear pass door speakers, but if you do do it, take pics and let us know!
-mike
Thanks in advance!
-mike
;-)
that was a WAG!
-mike
ps:who is this paisan guy?
Also, I am interested in adding keyless remote to this vehicle. The vehicle came with a security system, but no keyless entry. Has anyone added this feature, integrating it with the original equipment security system? If so, what components were necessary? Any suggestions on brands, etc. and places to look?
Thanks.
;-)
I had no problem with lease turn in. Isuzu turned my lease over to GECAL, which is pretty common. They did charge me for mileage but nothing on minor dents and dings. In fact, I snuck one over on them as they failed to notice a dent behind the spare tire mounted on rear door. You guessed...some one popped me in parking lot.
GECAL offered me an unbelievable price to buy, but I wanted to go ahead and get a '99. Anyway, make sure once they take it away, they assume all responsibility in transporting it. That way, they can't come back on you for damage they didn't catch upon final inspection. HTH.
If not the connector, it's somewhere in the head unit, harness or wiring - all much more difficult to troubleshoot. Good luck!
This is in the closest to the vehicle setting. I now have it in the outter setting which puts it about 1" further from the car.
-mike
That rear bar really looks good. I'd like to get one, but I might have to do some convincing at home. Can you email me the guy's address, email, and telephone. You say it is $150 right. I could also pick it up depending on shipping charges. Thanks.
You can bill it as additional rear-end collision protection. Also if you think about it, $250 for the spare tire cover alone would make the $150 worth it. Yeah he is in Brooklyn so a pickup is doable. Also was gonna ask you if you wanted to do some light 4wheeling over the summer. Some of the 4x4 guys are planning a trip to Uwharrie, NC for a 3 day weekend July 19-22 IIRC. If you decide to come to that, Matt could bring it along. You can contact Matt at http://independent4x.com
-mike
A friend has the same problem w/his '94 Trooper. The problem is in the head unit on his truck.
The $150 is well worth it. Even when offroading, I've worried about backing into a tree on narrow trails that I've turned around on. I'll be making a trip to Long Island-Stony Brook (beginning of June) and could pick it up. How far from the corners of the bumper is yours? Yeah some light offroading this summer sounds good. I normally don't do anything that serious but occasionally do worry about getting stuck without someone else. Usually, I just take a drive, see a forest trail or what not and go do some investigating. Sometimes you need to check out the signs for who is allowed where though.
As for the off-roading trip, it's down in western NC. The guys from Planet Isuzoo are gonna be camping/off-roading for 2 or 3 days in July. The nice part is that some are hardcore off-roaders, and some aren't (like myself) everyone goes together, and there are bypasses for those of us who don't want to wreck our trucks And there is always winches and tow-straps, etc. etc. As it gets closer, I'll be posting details in the Events area.
-mike
All, I've been following the discussions here for quite a while, very informative, Thanks!
My question: is there any consensus for which aftermarket shocks help reduce body roll and front-end dip for a Troop that spends most of it's life tooling around town? I have a 95 LS 4WD that used to be mine, now it's my wife's and is used mostly for hauling our 2 kids around and 2-3 trips to Tahoe a year.
Thanks in advance!
Matt
-mike
http://isuzu-suvs.com
The part number is SWA 1549 (at the time I ordered it). I bought them thru 4 Wheel Parts, total was $214.70 for the set, that was almost a year ago.
The bars are marked Left and Right; you might be able to do the install yourself - you need to lift the vehicle and it would be nice to have some air tools available. Looks like they charged me $25 per bar for the install, so I think it was worth it.
Good luck.
http://independent4x.com/item.html?PRID=846484
Matt has it on sale for $129, so get em while they are hot.
-mike
-mike
Are you happy with your rack? Is it sturdy and have you found anything you don't like about it? I am looking at the one at overlander and one by Surco for about the same price. Thanks, Chris
-mike
Sue