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old man emu for 1990 rover - 8/30/2007 2:38:50 AM

newbee

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Ok. if i get a 2" ome, what would be the best tire size that would match a 1990 rover classic.( stock rims 16x7) this is a ranch truck for me..so it will be in sand... fine deep south texas sand.. alot like the gulf cost sand just no water for miles and miles... and i would hate to think of haveing to drive around all the time with low presser tires..( or flat tires)..Been doing this for as long as i can remenber..just sux sometimes..you know. it would be nice to find tire that works with out haveing to take out all most all the air..

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RE: old man emu for 1990 rover - 8/30/2007 9:25:32 AM

Disco Mike

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Sounds like you would be better off with a bigger foot print and strong side walls.
My choice would be the BFG MT in a 265/75/16 with their 3 ply side wall and great traction.
I have been running this tire for nearly 100,000 mile out of 2 sets, they last well, have great traction and just keep going.
That size will also fit well and look good on your truck.
Let me know if you need a good site to buy those OME's from, and make sure you look more towards the HD springs.

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RE: old man emu for 1990 rover - 9/9/2007 10:30:28 AM

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Yes please..I would love to know of a good site for the OME..Silly me I tried to find some place here in San Antonio, but found nothing but people trying to screw me. It ranged from $1,500 to $4,000, and that's only for parts and not installation. Speaking of which, would it be hard to install the parts myself, or would I have to get a professional to do it. Is the heavy duty 2" OME worth pursuing or should I just get bigger tires? Will the tires alone get me the lift and ride that I want for the sand? Or if I get both will I have to modify the fenders? I am new to this so I am not sure what to do. Any input would be greatly appreciated.

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RE: old man emu for 1990 rover - 9/10/2007 5:00:33 AM

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Being primarily a ranch truck and wanting it to be able to handle whatever gets in it's way, the 265's are great, the 2" lift is a much for clearance as well as the extra control on hard roads.
Call Tony at Cerrones, 650-365-4145, tell him you and I have been talking and ask him yor the correct part numbers for the HD coil springs and shocks. He usually has them in stock and his prices are great, around $70 a spring, $75 a piece for the shocks and $69 for the steering stabilizer.
If you have a friend that is a little mechanical, two of you can put the suspension on in about 2 to 3 hours.
Good luck.

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99 D2, 3" lift, lockers, H.D. axles, 4:11 gears, Custom front and rear bumpers, Warn winch, HID lights and an Engel 45.

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RE: old man emu for 1990 rover - 9/10/2007 9:24:16 AM

newbee

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Thank You!!! I have learned more from you in just a few e-mails then what I have found here in three weeks of leg work. I'll give Tony a ring and start getting my wish list togetter. Guess I'm going to have to get a few 6 packs togetter as well, a friend that is a little mechanical..?! usually turnes in to a all nighter..Oh it'll get done in 2 to 3 hours, but still going to be a all nighter with 10 to 15 guy standing around asking "You done Yet.. lets light this puppy and see what she can do" anyway, soon as i get everything, I'll post befor and after pic.
Thanks again..

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