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I've had good experiences contacting them. However during events like KOH and EasterJeep Safari they tend to be out on the trails. At least that's what I've experienced.
A Perennial Work In Progress
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I've had good experiences contacting them. However during events like KOH and EasterJeep Safari they tend to be out on the trails. At least that's what I've experienced.
Just got confirmation today that my savvy tc skid on back order is ready for shipment. So, I'll be taking my UCF extra clearance off and installing savvy. The recent bout I had with replacing my nutserts had me reconsidering the accessibility ease with the Savvy Under Armor, just enough so to push me over the edge to buy it even though the UCF was working just fine as protection. I'm so excited!
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You'll likely get to yours before I do, so keep me posted Jason! When I did one on a TJ it was a major pain to get the exhaust to fit right. I had it apart at least three times. When it was done, it was super nice though!
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After a pause, I'm back on task. This past Summer I started having some issues with the stock steering box. A PSC Ram Assist system was ordered and has been sitting in the garage for a while now. Today, I began the task of making the upgrade. I pulled apart the front end to make the job easier, while also allowing me to do some clean up work.
After a couple hours, I had the stock box out and sitting on the floor. The toughest part of the job was separating the steering shaft from the sector shaft.
As part of the process I plan to install a M.O.R.E. 1" steering riser. When removing the steering pillow block, this is what I found! It's not the first time I've seen this and it's a part that most people don't even know needs maintenance, i.e. greasing the bearing.
In case you're wondering what the PSC box looks like in comparison to the stock '03 to '06 Mercedes box, here you go!
There is clean up and painting to do before the final install of the new box, but I did a quick test fit to make sure there were no obvious issues. The only potential problem I see so far is my steering box skid won't work with the new box. I'm going to have to do some modifications to the skid to make it work, but the new box sure does look nice sitting where the old one was!
After a couple hours, I had the stock box out and sitting on the floor. The toughest part of the job was separating the steering shaft from the sector shaft.
As part of the process I plan to install a M.O.R.E. 1" steering riser. When removing the steering pillow block, this is what I found! It's not the first time I've seen this and it's a part that most people don't even know needs maintenance, i.e. greasing the bearing.
In case you're wondering what the PSC box looks like in comparison to the stock '03 to '06 Mercedes box, here you go!
There is clean up and painting to do before the final install of the new box, but I did a quick test fit to make sure there were no obvious issues. The only potential problem I see so far is my steering box skid won't work with the new box. I'm going to have to do some modifications to the skid to make it work, but the new box sure does look nice sitting where the old one was!
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I finally got around to painting and installing the new UCF ultra clearance bumper. It can't be used with the factory swaybar and requires the use of Currie Antirock, or something similar. The reason I purchased it, and compromised on weight (It's steel vs my previous UCF aluminum), is the following:
1. Compact and lightweight design (for steel)
2. Welded hoop vs bolt on
3. Welded 3/4" integrated D rings mounts
4. Slight improvement on approach angle
In the process, I un-wound the winch rope and washed it. I also cleaned and waxed my now 10 year old Superwinch.
1. Compact and lightweight design (for steel)
2. Welded hoop vs bolt on
3. Welded 3/4" integrated D rings mounts
4. Slight improvement on approach angle
In the process, I un-wound the winch rope and washed it. I also cleaned and waxed my now 10 year old Superwinch.
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Great looking Jeep! Awesome looking bumper too. I just got the Aluminum version, gonna start prep on it today.
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After installing the new bumper, I installed a set of Hella lights. To do so I made use of these cool and cheap, $12, mounts I found. They have rubber inserts that allow you to install them on bars from 1" to 2".
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01FETT3FO/?tag=wranglerorg-20
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01FETT3FO/?tag=wranglerorg-20
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Awesome looking bumper and I'll be curious what you think of it once you're done. I looked at this one a long time before pulling the trigger on steel. Especially, because there's a 26lb weight difference between the two. The only reason I went steel was I wanted the integrated hoop and d-ring mounts. These weren't available on the aluminum version.
I see no reason why not. You would have to drill another hole in the bumper to catch the forward mount hole in the frame. That hole is unused to mount the bumper.
I plan to mock things up, install the winch, and then check clearances. If it all looks good, I'll put this on.
I must have changed my mind 4-5 different times between this bumper, yours, and the old UCF you used to have.
I finally just stabbed and got this one. I'll add some hooks, and probably the hoop. Hope it all looks as good as yours.
You really did a nice job with the paint and finishes.
Any chance I could get the dimensions of the top mounting surface on those? I have a set in my amazon cart for a roof rack mount.
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After installing the PSC system back in March/April, I finally got a chance to try it out at Rausch Creek this past week. Even without the cylinder assist installed the system performed flawlessly on the rocks with 35" tires. All the previous steering fading and moans and groans were gone. There were zero leaks and, for once, no regrets for spending a significant chunk of change for the upgrade.
A special thanks to @mrblaine for providing the simple guidance below.
When doing the install, use:
After the install, I was also happy that the Savvy steering box skid, mated to a UCF ultra clearance bumper, could be installed without modifications needed. To finish this up, I'll be moving the PSC Anti-splash vent up higher on the firewall.
A special thanks to @mrblaine for providing the simple guidance below.
When doing the install, use:
- -12AN feed line to the pump
- -8AN return line
- -8AN 16" Single Pass heat sink cooler
After the install, I was also happy that the Savvy steering box skid, mated to a UCF ultra clearance bumper, could be installed without modifications needed. To finish this up, I'll be moving the PSC Anti-splash vent up higher on the firewall.
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My current steering box is on its way out. Been thinking about this upgrade. Does it come as a complete kit, or do you need to buy more than the 800 dollar steering box...
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You're not going to like this!
https://www.northridge4x4.com/part/...ts/sk250-psc-extreme-duty-cylinder-assist-kit