- Sep 7, 2015
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I bought a 04 XLT 4x4 which is in near-mint condition. I say near because there is no roof rack on top of it, which brings me to my first question... do I have to get a factory roof rack for any of the after market racks to work (like Baja)? I didn't know if they made one that would bolt directly to my roof and bypassing the old roof rack. If not, suggestions on fiding one that is used?
Second question; lift or brush guard first?
I LOVE the bumper brush guard that "Super Moderator" has posted on this page, looks like a custom steel bumper with the brush guard coming out of it. I have no idea where to find one like that.
I plan on lifting it, but would it really just need a 'leveling' job with the front tires? Lift the front and leave the back alone, just add off road tires.
So you have a blank slate... just need suggestions on how to turn it into a great off-roader. NOTE: I am a poor grad student so I gotta do things slowly
Second question; lift or brush guard first?
I LOVE the bumper brush guard that "Super Moderator" has posted on this page, looks like a custom steel bumper with the brush guard coming out of it. I have no idea where to find one like that.
I plan on lifting it, but would it really just need a 'leveling' job with the front tires? Lift the front and leave the back alone, just add off road tires.
So you have a blank slate... just need suggestions on how to turn it into a great off-roader. NOTE: I am a poor grad student so I gotta do things slowly