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The reason I am asking, is because ARB has a separate part number for 01+ Troopers vs. 98 - 00 model years.
I am hearing it is just to match the width of the fender flares on the newer models...but my 99 Performance Package has the larger fender flares too, so I am thinking maybe I need the wider model despite being a 99.
If anybody can clear this up for me, I would be most grateful.
The reason I am asking, is because ARB has a separate part number for 01+ Troopers vs. 98 - 00 model years.
I am hearing it is just to match the width of the fender flares on the newer models...but my 99 Performance Package has the larger fender flares too, so I am thinking maybe I need the wider model despite being a 99.
If anybody can clear this up for me, I would be most grateful.
Maybe I should just call ARB directly and get the straight poop (assuming they know).
So yes the widebody '01 ARB Bumper is the one you want for the '98-'02 Troopers sold in the US.
I hear there is a big discount happening on the ARB bumpers? Clue me in, I'm interested.
-mike
A couple of guys are working on a Trooper ARB front bumper "group buy" - I have been PM-ing them on it on the Wire. Tentative pricing is $555 + $80 shipping, but I don't know if that means anywhere in the US or what. I'll pass along details as they become available.
-mike
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Is the ECB front bumper lighter?
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I would like a front bumper 2" hitch reciever and/or space for a winch and space for driving lights does the ARB or the ECB have these? The front 2" hitch is to mount a bike carrier or maybe removeable winch or fishing cooler and poles or extra spare tire or water tank etc.. I think three for a more stable mount of the 2" reciever hitch points would be even better on both front and back to allow for hanging stuff for activities. The two side 2" reciever hitch points could normally be filled with a tow ring or hook.
I got mine from 4x4connection.com, they gave me the best price of all the places I called. I think I got $565? I will have to look it up.
I will post some pictures from my installation. It took about 2 full days, and I recommend getting a breaker bar.
It is all bolt on, with a little drilling for a couple of new holes. There are 2 mounting brackets that bolt onto the frame, and then the bumper mounts to that.
It was before my submarine test, you can see the pictures of me being towed off with the bumper on at paisan's site. Thanks for asking :-)
I didn't have fogs before, however I added IPF 800 series lights afterwards. I also was able to make a good removable fishing rack by bolting a piece of 2x12 on with 3 1/4" PVC tubes and other hardware.
The turn signals made me a little nervous, but after studying the job for a while it turned out they were quite easy. The most difficult part was removing the stock turn signals to access the wiring...I actually broke the plastic connector on one, which I crazy glued back together and has held since...knock wood. It came with the wiring and the lights and special clips. The stock signals have 3 wires and the ARB ones have 2, I cannot remember how I determined what was hot and ground, I think I used a volt meter, but I just laid the wires together, pressed the clips onto them, which pierced them to make an electrical connection. Then I electrical taped the crap out of everything knowing that it will get wet and dirty. The bulbs burn out occasionally, I think mostly from water getting in there from my adventures. The other weird thing is that they blink in unison with the stock signals when the headlights are off, and alternate when they are on.
I don't think it is available in any other color than black, however I am sure $100 at a paint shop could solve that problem.
Overall I am very happy with the purchase and fun of being able to do the install myself, since it was bolt on. I compared doing a regular brush guard, but for the about the same price you get so much more with the bullbar.
I was thinking maybe I could use the wiring from the fog lights for the IPF driving lights I won at ZuZoo IV (STILL haven't put them on, decided to wait until I got a bullbar). Only thing to figure out is how to rewire the "trigger" wire so they come on with the high beams instead of the lows (if anybody knows how to do this, I'm all ears!). Or maybe I should just use the IPF wiring harness...
I think ARB has a CB antenna mounting bracket available, too.
Let me know if you want to sell back your nudge bar I always get requests for em, but they are too costly to import these days due to the shipping.
Also if you could e-mail me the info on the ARB buy, I'd like to contact whoever I need to cause I don't want to miss it. Thanks in advance.
-mike
I have a 2002 Trooper and while installing an Alpine head unit, I noticed that there are two antenna connections for the diversity antenna system. I have searched this forum (and every other one) and found some information on this matter but not a clear solution. I've read that the smaller connection is a signal booster and that it is a 2 antenna system that functions by selecting the strongest of the two signals. Since all aftermarket radios come with only one antenna connection what do we do with the other? I've left it blanck which has resulted in awful reception. Is there a Y adapter that could help or should I try to hook the other antenna (signal boost?) lead to something else?
Did anyone else run into this issue while upgrading the stereo on a late model trooper? Any advice would be very welcomed. Thanks in advance.
-Jim
Maybe you will have to install a regular external antenna in the fender...
http://www.4x4wire.com/isuzu/tech/manualhubs/?
I really like the mods you've done to your Trooper including the Rod Holder attachment on your ARB bumper. I am looking to figure out a similar solution that I can attach and remove from my brush guard. Any advice? Did you make it yourself? Thanks.
-Jim
I used a piece of 2x12 with 3 1/4 PVC. I used pipe clamps and bolts to attach the PVC to the 2x12. For the top attachment I used flat metal brackets to secure the 3 1/2 pipe clamps to the 2x12, then at the bottom of the PVC I cut out 1/4" or so hole (on the side of the PVC against the wood) to add another attachment point on the bottom of the PVC. I used bolts for the bottom attachment, so I had to route (spelling?) a hole to attach the nut/washer and still allow the 2x12 to fit flush to the bumper...I did this with a 1 1/4 bit and a lot of care.
I cut approx 1/2 inch wide 3 inch deep "U"'s out to fit the reel arm. Since the PVC was rough I bought rubber windshield washer tubing which I sliced on one side and glued (it took 3 different types of epoxy...plastic is tough) over the edge to smooth it out. I used eye bolts to attach bungee cords to hold the rods down over sand dunes, however that is sort of overkill. I spray painted it black for looks. I found I could only fit 3 holders between my IPF lights which I though would be limiting on trips, but has yet to be a problem.
It took several prototypes to get it right (and quite a few beers). I have some pictures of the proto-type which I can publish. If you are interested I can also get some of the rack up in the near future (it is stored away in my garage now).
-mike
Now, I wish I could rationalize getting an ARB bumper since the group buy price is so reasonable (and they are NICE) but I just can't since I have no need for a winch. I guess I'm a light weight off roader at best ;-)
One thing the ARB will do is increase your angle of aproach before hitting the (plastic stock) bumper. And of course it is more resistant to damage even if you do hit, compared to the plastic stock bumper.
I have no plans to get a winch, but plan on getting the bumper anyway.
I am interested and considering getting the ARB bar. I would like to get the details and possibly get in on the group buy. I tried to email Wareagle at 4X4 forum but his email function has been shut off. Does anyone know who I can contact about this ARB group buy? Thanks in advance:)
-Jim
Are you "dctrooper" on the Wire? I am BigSwede - just had this same conversation over there...
sodaktroop-thanks for the information. I think I have it figured out and will see tomorrow. I'll post the results. As you note I think the brown wire with red stripe from the Trooper gets connected to the blue alpine "power antenna" wire. I think that should do the trick. It sounds like you connected this wire to your power wire which also seems to be an option.
Thank you!
I found a cassette player to replace mine.
This seller still has many more. Just in case you need it:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=3012517501- &category=3288
-mike
how do you like your I35?
-mike
BTW when do you get your bullbar?