2" RTE/OME install was successful

[Disco2Guy]

Hey everyone-
We started around 2pm, a little later than we were planning, but got everything installed in about 7 hours. The front was easier with three feet of extensions to reach the shock tower nuts in the engine bay. For the rear we removed the brake calipers, the other wire (ABS?) and sway bar connections to get enough drop. We didn't need the spring compressor to install the rear spring.

After putting some goop on the rear brakes to stop low speed squealing we read and cleared the SES light, it was "P0734 Gear 4 ratio incorrect." Now I just need to install the RTE sliders on when they arrive in a couple weeks, and replace the radiator due to a small leak.

Obligatory pics:

[Jantiz]

Good job, B.

That Disco is well on it's way to the dreadful point of no return ;) Can't wait to see it back on the trail after the mods to compare performance before and after! Nice job out there, BTW!

[PCRover]

Great work! It looks super with the lift and I see you have just enough clearance to get into the garage. Wait till the urge to put larger tires happens and then it won't fit. :D You and the stock truck did great at the MORG, imagine how well it will do with the lift and CDL!

[Disco2Guy]

Thanks!! This was done in my friends garage and figured I could have aired down if it had any issues getting out. My own garage gives me close to 6 or 7 inches getting in so no worries there. I still need to move out of my parking space to get my surfboard up there but that's ok.

[RON CT110]

Nice work!

What are you next mod(s) or atleast future plans?

Ron


Hey everyone-
We started around 2pm, a little later than we were planning, but got everything installed in about 7 hours. The front was easier with three feet of extensions to reach the shock tower nuts in the engine bay. For the rear we removed the brake calipers, the other wire (ABS?) and sway bar connections to get enough drop. We didn't need the spring compressor to install the rear spring.

After putting some goop on the rear brakes to stop low speed squealing we read and cleared the SES light, it was "P0734 Gear 4 ratio incorrect." Now I just need to install the RTE sliders on when they arrive in a couple weeks, and replace the radiator due to a small leak.

Obligatory pics:

[esteban]

Looks good!!!
Steve

[Disco2Guy]

Well my RTE sliders were shipped yesterday with the slider step. The step helps to get the surfboard on and off the roof, but i need to get the crossbars too. Next week I'm getting the Tuffy box from AB.

Other items:
New radiator (very small leak right now)
Optima Red Top battery
New rotoflex joint
CDL linkage
Diff guards
Random recovery gear (have recovery strap and 1 d-shackle)
Front and rear bumpers eventually

[Gotrovr]

Hold off on that redtop. Look into a bluetop instead. It's Marine rated for starting and deep cycle. It also has secondary connection points for accessories, like lighting or a winch.

[Disco2Guy]

Hold off on that redtop. Look into a bluetop instead. It's Marine rated for starting and deep cycle. It also has secondary connection points for accessories, like lighting or a winch.

Ahh, that answers a future question for me, an easy way to hookup axillary equipment to the battery. Looks like a good choice. Thanks Will.

[esteban]

The RTE sliders actually stick out a considerable amount, I don't have the step, and I have no problem throwing three or four bikes on my rooftop yakima. The slider is almost a step in itself! I'll definitely want check yours out, maybe at the next MORG? I have considered buying the step...

Steve

[Desertcrawler]

and have used it a total of twice...

Once I got my rear roof ladder, it's a lot easier to hand stuff up to the kids that-away, using the spare tire as a temporary resting place or standing on the RTE bumper..

I found it too heavy to haul around and akward to pack..

If anyone wants one, I would let it go for a good price.. can't remember what I paid...

[Desertcrawler]

Well my RTE sliders were shipped yesterday with the slider step. The step helps to get the surfboard on and off the roof, but i need to get the crossbars too. Next week I'm getting the Tuffy box from AB.

Other items:
New radiator (very small leak right now)
Optima Red Top battery
New rotoflex joint
CDL linkage
Diff guards
Random recovery gear (have recovery strap and 1 d-shackle)
Front and rear bumpers eventually

If you are installing sliders yourself, get ready for "the curse of the Rivnut" -- you will learn what I refer to as you begin the install...

[esteban]

If you are installing sliders yourself, get ready for "the curse of the Rivnut" -- you will learn what I refer to as you begin the install...

A 1/4" Air ratchet installs the riv-nuts perfectly, not too much torque.
I might take the step off your hands, will you be at the MORG?
Also the key word for you is "kids", I don't have any of those yet, so the step would be a better move for me....

Steve

[Disco2Guy]

The ladder has always looked iffy to me. I can step onto the bumper without problem, so I haven't seen the need for it. I've also read about the riv-nuts being a p.i.t.a. While doing the lift my friend Chris kept saying he wished we had air tools. He's close to getting them but I might be able to hasten that with getting the sliders. Any other tips for the slider install?

[PCRover]

Redtop's are not a good product, get the Blue or at least a yellow. I run all blues and they are fantastic.