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I have never taken mine off but that was because it was painted onto the body. Its in the paint shop rite now, and the top is off and getting all new rubber all the way around. So i will definitely be taking it off more often.
Looking to find out how much a stock M1009 can tow (actual rated tow capacity, not concerned with the max you have towed) and how much (weight) you can pack inside this thing. Looking to find out how much I can pack this thing with and tow simultaneously. Again looking for actual military...
I have seen a few Blazers with swing out tire carriers. They didn't last long because they were only bolted to the body. Allot fell off. Dont do it.
There are a few companies out there that make a rear tire carrier for the blazer though.
Go to Blazen Off-Road :: Rock Sliders or Daniel Palm Industries Sliders I personally love the looks of the deep woods sliders in the second link. But then again that is my preference. Both are bolt on, coated with bedliner you would have one bulletproof, non slip step-side.
For 2.5inches of lift, installation and 33" BFgoodwrench At's its going to cost me $1900.00. That should give you something to gauge your project off from.
Amateur 4x4ing question, specifically for my M1009. If your going o ford a river or any body of water where the water level is going over the hood of your vehicle are there any concerns wiht your battery terminals being submerged?
The way i see it, water would short out the electrical. I mean...