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Old 02-19-2013, 02:43 PM
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Originally Posted by kuzican

i have done my research, I don't feel like spending an extra 3-400 for a different one. this kit works for me, and I know how some other people feel about this long arm kit, but so far all those people are people who have not run it at all. the people who do run it, like it.
As long as you've done research
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Didn't you say your parents was making you get rid of Barney.
Yes,
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Originally Posted by Tattookid85

I can be a trail guide also, my truck is built enough to run reds
you both can be haha he's got like 3 rigs
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Originally Posted by NewKindOfClown
As I've said before, the IRO LA kit is fine for most people. That adjustment bolt is a weak point in the design, but the design is strong enough for most people. I personally would spend the extra money for a stronger design because I like to overbuild.
if I have to, eventually I could probably get oliver to fab something up, or change to a different kit, but for now, on my budget, this works perfectly.

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As long as you've done research
indeed. doesn't bohnett run this kit as well? or the 6.5" version anyway? and fritz has this kit as well too?
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Originally Posted by slim172010

you both can be haha he's got like 3 rigs
Ok
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Originally Posted by kuzican
i have done my research, I don't feel like spending an extra 3-400 for a different one. this kit works for me, and I know how some other people feel about this long arm kit, but so far all those people are people who have not run it at all. the people who do run it, like it.


I say run want you want and have to spend. You will alwaysfind people who find something bad about every lift out on the market. it’swant you want and like. I myself may be running a 4.5 long arm from rusty’s letthe trash talk now
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I say run want you want and have to spend. You will alwaysfind people who find something bad about every lift out on the market. it’swant you want and like. I myself may be running a 4.5 long arm from rusty’s letthe trash talk now
His stuff isn't as bad now, and his springs are good. He's just a douchebag.
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Originally Posted by Courtjester
I say run want you want and have to spend. You will alwaysfind people who find something bad about every lift out on the market. it’swant you want and like. I myself may be running a 4.5 long arm from rusty’s letthe trash talk now
yeah, and if you use that advice, not much bad has been said about the IRO one really, besides that one weak point.

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His stuff isn't as bad now, and his springs are good. He's just a douchebag.
x2, that's what I have heard as well.
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Originally Posted by NewKindOfClown
As I've said before, the IRO LA kit is fine for most people. That adjustment bolt is a weak point in the design, but the design is strong enough for most people. I personally would spend the extra money for a stronger design because I like to overbuild.

I agree with what is being said just want to chime in with my .02.

The IRO bashing falls into the same context as d35's, 00-01 XJ's etc. People are going to ***** and nitpick a product no matter what you choose. Not to mention half of those whining about peoples products choices are rolling stockers. IRO makes a well built economical kit for the weekend warrior.

You've done your research and that is whats most important. I haven't pushed my setup too hard but feel free to reach out with any questions.
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Originally Posted by my89xj
As long as you've done research


Yes,
So what are you doing with it?
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Originally Posted by fritzthekatt
I agree with what is being said just want to chime in with my .02.

The IRO bashing falls into the same context as d35's, 00-01 XJ's etc. People are going to ***** and nitpick a product no matter what you choose. Not to mention half of those whining about peoples products choices are rolling stockers. IRO makes a well built economical kit for the weekend warrior.

You've done your research and that is whats most important. I haven't pushed my setup too hard but feel free to reach out with any questions.

thank ya. did you weld your crossmember in or just bolt it in?


and god dammit!!! this has got to be the 6th XJ this show has destroyed. this is almost worse than Eureka...
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Nobody is bashing IRO. I ****ing love those guys. I'm just pointing out that their setup isn't AS STRONG as others. I also said it doesn't matter for Rob or most of us. People are getting so defensive about it lol
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It just poured rain....I had to sit here and watch, stuck on a conference call, while my open window and sunroof allowed my Jeep to get SOAKED!

Arg....really kinda comical knowing I was trapped and watching.
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Originally Posted by kuzican
thank ya. did you weld your crossmember in or just bolt it in?


and god dammit!!! this has got to be the 6th XJ this show has destroyed. this is almost worse than Eureka...

Its just bolted in. Haven't had any issues. But if you are considering playing in the rocks a lot I would weld it in just to be safe.
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It just poured rain....I had to sit here and watch, stuck on a conference call, while my open window and sunroof allowed my Jeep to get SOAKED!

Arg....really kinda comical knowing I was trapped and watching.
eek that sucks
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Originally Posted by NewKindOfClown
Nobody is bashing IRO. I ****ing love those guys. I'm just pointing out that their setup isn't AS STRONG as others. I also said it doesn't matter for Rob or most of us. People are getting so defensive about it lol

Not pointing any fingers Tim. Was speaking of people outside this group. You know, the ones that jump into the weekly IRO vs RC thread and get all butthurt.


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