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Z-71 · Nov 6th, 2003, 10:40 PM

Me too!

ballisticc · Nov 7th, 2003, 12:40 PM

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Originally posted by Z-71
Since the oversized spare tire would not feet the stock location on my truck, I got me a Fabtech's spare tire mount.

This is a picture of what it looks like:

I got the black one.

And, I also got it installed this weekend.
Not only is it functional but it gives more of an OFF-ROAD look too.
I did lose some space in the truck's bed; but I it is worth it, safety and appearance wise.

what'd they run you? does that just mount the tire to the inside of the bed? I have a full sized spare that I would like to mount to the inside so it doesn't keep sliding around.

Z-71 · Nov 7th, 2003, 08:30 PM

It was $145 with tax. and it mounts to the inside of the bed, so the spare tire can be attached to it. I got my from the Fourwheel Parts store downtown, and I think this was the last one in stock they had in black color. They might have one more left in blue color.

Also, they sell the flat mounts for spare tire (it mounts to the inside of the trucks bed as well) The spare is secured to the inside of the trucks bed in flat position. I think they run for about $60.

I opted out for the angled mount, since I have a matching rim and tire as spare (it looks better). Otherwise I would have opted out for the flat mount to hide the spare inside the truck’s bed.

ballisticc · Nov 8th, 2003, 11:16 AM

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Originally posted by Z-71
...I got my from the Fourwheel Parts store downtown, ...

Also, they sell the flat mounts for spare tire (it mounts to the inside of the trucks bed as well) The spare is secured to the inside of the trucks bed in flat position. I think they run for about $60.

I think just the flat would do me, where exactly is this place, or do you know if just any truck store sells these?

Z-71 · Nov 8th, 2003, 12:56 PM

Here is the link to Fourwheel parts store, just click on it:
http://www.4wheelparts.com/product2....ss=Fab&cat=SUS

Here are the addresses to the stores in Dallas area:

Dallas Warehouse Store
Address: 1530 Inspiration Dr.
Dallas, TX 75207
Phone: 214-672-1760
Fax: 214-744-0393
Business Hours
Mon - Fri: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM (Local time)
Saturday: 9:00 Am to 5:00 PM (Local time)
Sunday: Closed
Click Here For Location on Map

Plano Store
Address: 3001 East Plano Parkway, Suite 400
Plano, TX 75074
Phone: 972-578-7825
Fax: 972-881-7669
Business Hours
Mon - Fri: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM (Local time)
Saturday: 9:00 Am to 5:00 PM (Local time)
Sunday: Closed
Click Here For Location on Map

The prices on the web are:

$75.99 for the flat spare tire mount kit, and $179.99 for the angled spare tire mount kit.

I have found a lower price for the same items on the web and asked the store salesman for price adjustment. And they matched the price. I thing he even gave me a 10% discount, it was around $125 before taxes.

The prices on this web site are:
$68.95 for the flat spare tire mount kit, and $137.95 for the angled spare tire mount kit. One thing about buying from this site is that you will have to pay for shipping and handling. If you go to the store you will not pay this fee.

Here is the web link with lower priced items
Just click here

I hope this was helpful

ballisticc · Nov 13th, 2003, 11:50 AM

Thanks, I'll check it out.

eleuthardt · Nov 21st, 2003, 12:29 PM

My midpipe finally showed up yesterday. Almost 3 months to get it, 10 to install it and all I can say is WOW.

Z-71 · Nov 21st, 2003, 10:11 PM

jayman9207 · Nov 23rd, 2003, 09:46 AM

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Originally Posted by eleuthardt

My midpipe finally showed up yesterday. Almost 3 months to get it, 10 to install it and all I can say is WOW.

I knew you would enjoy it!! One of these days I will need to swap out filters and get rid of the stock box......even more of a WOW.

ballisticc · Nov 24th, 2003, 10:40 AM

Well, I attempted to do an "over arched" spring on the hardbody, but It went so low that I couldn't even get the wheels back on. Can you believe it Alex, It actually went too low for ME. I had to hurry and put it back together, so now I have the right side running mono-leaf, It lowers it the perfect height, but does anyone know if a single-leaf will hold up? It sways abit right now, but I think that is because the other side is a double leaf.

**ALTYHOLIC** · Nov 24th, 2003, 11:29 AM

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Originally Posted by ballisticc

Well, I attempted to do an "over arched" spring on the hardbody, but It went so low that I couldn't even get the wheels back on. Can you believe it Alex, It actually went too low for ME. I had to hurry and put it back together, so now I have the right side running mono-leaf, It lowers it the perfect height, but does anyone know if a single-leaf will hold up? It sways abit right now, but I think that is because the other side is a double leaf.

I can't believe it's too low for you!

Well, Damir should be able to answer
your truck spring question...

Z-71 · Nov 24th, 2003, 08:41 PM

, I’m not sure but logically thinking you should use double-leaf springs. I think you might be OK with single-leafs as long as you don't over load the truck.

ballisticc · Nov 24th, 2003, 10:08 PM

I guess if you think about it, only one leaf is actually connected to the frame anyway, I am just concerned about it holding together. I don't see why it wouldn't. I am not concerned about load capacity, I NEVER put anything in the back except for my spare. I guess it just might work.

Z-71 · Nov 25th, 2003, 08:35 PM

It should work just fine then.

ballisticc · Nov 26th, 2003, 01:50 PM

ok, figured it out. there are originally 3 leafs, i had first removed the lower leaf as someone had told me it would lower the truck. it did, but only a half inch. I found out last night that the middle leaf is the one to be removed, which will give it a 3 inch drop but still have some integrity for minor hauling. So thanks for everyones input, I am tearing down the back end tonight, and will put it back together tomorrow. It will be nice and low for the meet on saturday.