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04-24-2012, 05:19 PM
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Join Date: Dec 2011
Posts: 57
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Old man emu 3.5 worth it?
I have a 2003 wj with 170... On it, new stabilizer and front tie rod. Runs amazingly.. But my question is, is it worth buying this loft for 715 plus tires and wheels with the jeep being this old?? And also how well does the old man kit handle?? I'm looking to get at least a 285/70/16,under her, this possible?
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04-24-2012, 05:47 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: Amherst, NY
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170k is nothing if you take care of her. Can't comment on the lift though, sorry. The OME kits are rumored to be damn good quality though.
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That being said, it's like boinkin' your sister...just because you can, doesn't mean you should." - Double E
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04-24-2012, 06:35 PM
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Chicken in a Turkey Suit
Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: Redmond, WA
Posts: 8,276
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If you are planning on running the Rocky Road Outfitters 3.5" OME "Trailblazer" kit, I would recommend you do some research into the integrity of the company and the likelihood that you will receive your product. There are hundreds (or more) negative reviews for this company.
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04-24-2012, 06:45 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2012
Location: Auburn, Georgia
Posts: 223
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I have this kit under my rig and I love it. It's worth every penny. People are going to tell you all different things about what size tire you can shove underneath. It was recommended to me when my lift was installed that 285 was too big without a lot of trimming/cutting. I went with a 265/75/16 and still had to trim the front fender.
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04-24-2012, 06:54 PM
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Join Date: Dec 2011
Posts: 57
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Originally Posted by aleet25
I have this kit under my rig and I love it. It's worth every penny. People are going to tell you all different things about what size tire you can shove underneath. It was recommended to me when my lift was installed that 285 was too big without a lot of trimming/cutting. I went with a 265/75/16 and still had to trim the front fender.
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That looks perfect, where did you purchase it from?? Also what tires are those
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04-24-2012, 07:03 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2012
Location: Auburn, Georgia
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I got mine from 4 Wheel Parts. The tires are 265/75/R16 ProComp Extreme Mud Terrains.
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04-24-2012, 07:11 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Apr 2012
Location: Auburn, Georgia
Posts: 223
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Go with the HD Springs. It's well worth the money.
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04-24-2012, 09:00 PM
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Vendor
Join Date: Jun 2004
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Posts: 3,874
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I have Old Man Emu products at excellent prices - PM me if you want a set of springs. They are the best springs on the market in terms of ride, handling, and longevity. I have customers going back over 10 years with the same set of springs from OME and they haven't sagged one bit.
OME springs are also exceptional for cargo load capacity so if you do any towing or carry heavy cargo, you'll appreciate their springs even more.
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04-24-2012, 10:06 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: Ridgecrest, Ca
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Originally Posted by aleet25
I have this kit under my rig and I love it. It's worth every penny. People are going to tell you all different things about what size tire you can shove underneath. It was recommended to me when my lift was installed that 285 was too big without a lot of trimming/cutting. I went with a 265/75/16 and still had to trim the front fender.
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That looks great! How tall of a spacer does it have on top of the ome springs?
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04-25-2012, 05:12 AM
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Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: Babylon, NY
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I have Old Man Emu springs on my WJ purchased from Kolak above . They ride great. The WJ handles very well. If I had too do it again , it would be the same way.
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04 WJ 4.0, OME Kolak 3" lift, Addco's F&R ,18" JK Sahara's
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04-25-2012, 05:32 AM
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Registered User
Join Date: Apr 2012
Location: Auburn, Georgia
Posts: 223
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Originally Posted by C101Commando
That looks great! How tall of a spacer does it have on top of the ome springs?
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I have 2" spacers on them.
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04-25-2012, 05:33 AM
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Registered User
Join Date: Apr 2012
Location: Auburn, Georgia
Posts: 223
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I have 2" spacers on top of my OME HD springs.
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