LIFTED HUMMERS THREAD!!

[tyler1bo]

Okay I'm not sure if someone has already started a thread like this or not..but any owners with some sort of lift POST PICS PLEASE! Post as many pics as you like, tell lift and specs of tires/rims, etc. :perfect10s:

[cecil-1]

Come on........ Ya start a A thread like this ...YOU have to post some pics of yours :jump:

[atomicgoofball]

Come on........ Ya start a A thread like this ...YOU have to post some pics of yours :jump:
:iagree: :iagree: :iagree: :iagree:


haha ill post pics of mine in like...2 weeks when everything gets installed!:jump:

[tyler1bo]

I'll give y'all some new pics when I get the chance. I got some little add-ons that aren't in my other photos. Haha

[tyler1bo]

:iagree: :iagree: :iagree: :iagree:


haha ill post pics of mine in like...2 weeks when everything gets installed!:jump:

Can't wait to see it!! Gonna look awesome :perfect10s:

[Indy]

Here's mine :dancingbanana:

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t244/Indyjones007/Hummer2b.jpg

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t244/Indyjones007/Hummer4.jpg

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t244/Indyjones007/Hummer3.jpg

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t244/Indyjones007/Hummer1.jpg

[tyler1bo]

Holy crap those pictures are amazing!! Awesome looking rig too!

[PaHumBug]

I can't compete with THAT background, damn! I just went outside and snapped a couple of my rig. Fabtech 6", leveled, rockstars, 37" Nitto's (going to 40's next set).

[tyler1bo]

Haha..I don't think anybody can compete with that background ;) but awesome ride! And yes you definitely need 40's ;)

[tyler1bo]

P.S. You need to find a white grill!

[PaHumBug]

Yeah, chrome grill is too much. What I really want to do is put a rubber duck or demon guard on the front, just to hide some of the chrome (I like a little chrome), but it's not in the budget right now....

[tyler1bo]

I understand..wouldn't a rubber duck be much more than a demonguard? I wonder what roush's rates are on the demonguard? But if you had both the white grille AND the hugh brush guard you'd be killin it!!

[atomicgoofball]

I understand..wouldn't a rubber duck be much more than a demonguard? I wonder what roush's rates are on the demonguard? But if you had both the white grille AND the hugh brush guard you'd be killin it!!
roush offers great prices on his demon gaurds! very competitive not to mention UNIQUE!! i would hit him up if you guys are interested!

I can't wait to get my stuff on! and get a paint matched grill etc! oh u guys are KILLING ME!

[PaHumBug]

Demon Guards are $1100 shipped, which I'm sure is much cheaper than a tree hugger. I do like the look better too. It's on my wish list....

[guruerror]

Here's mine :dancingbanana:

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t244/Indyjones007/Hummer2b.jpg
...
Indy: What kind of camera are you using...those pics are amazing. The color is vivid has hell... They look almost TOO good...is there a little Photoshop magic going on there? EDIT: Yeah there is...I found it. Nice though...pretty good work.

Are you the guy that worked for GM and shot all the pics for the Hummer posters they hung at the dealers? LOL!

[tyler1bo]

It'd look awesome with a demonguard! And I can't wait for you to get your stuff either goofball!

[Big.Z.hummin]

Love my Demonguard! maybe a little bias since i have the second one ever made :)

but really the thing is tough I hit a brick wall going 20 head on and it literally saved my entire front end. and its still on my truck today! just a little work with a powdercoater was needed!

[tyler1bo]

Awesome! I messaged andres about one asking what his rate was for one..I think it'd look awesome on my white! And I love the over the hood look!

[Big.Z.hummin]

Awesome! I messaged andres about one asking what his rate was for one..I think it'd look awesome on my white! And I love the over the hood look!
ya it would compliment the black you have on your truck perfectly and would look sick with your white grill. Let me know if he doesnt get back to you and i can give you his number. I believe he still has some left but I'm not positive

[tyler1bo]

Awesome..I messaged him a couple of weeks ago but he hasn't replied. And I'm not looking to get one immediately but I would like to put one on after I get a lift (don't know when that will be) Hopefully later this winter!

[Bimmer9938]

Here you go. :fdance:


http://image.truckinweb.com/f/8336542/0802tr_08_z+nopi_nationals+slammed_hummer_h2.jpg

[guruerror]

He must not turn much.

[tyler1bo]

Here you go. :fdance:


http://image.truckinweb.com/f/8336542/0802tr_08_z+nopi_nationals+slammed_hummer_h2.jpg

hahaha..you would!

Exactly what I was loooking for! :perfect10s:

[cecil-1]

Here you go. :fdance:


http://image.truckinweb.com/f/8336542/0802tr_08_z+nopi_nationals+slammed_hummer_h2.jpg

WOW ....That is SWEET!

[Bimmer9938]

Here's a lifted Hummer...


http://i644.photobucket.com/albums/uu164/DicksBoatFS/DSC09472.jpg


aka: Mini Me.

[cecil-1]

HAHA that is cool. Did you build yours before ya found it?

[Bimmer9938]

I found it after I built mine, but I had to paint it black to match Big Black.

http://i644.photobucket.com/albums/uu164/DicksBoatFS/Big%20Black%2040s/DSC09432-2.jpg

[H2Much]

OK, I finally decided to post my story. I didn't go too crazy on the pics, but here are some pics that show my journey.

http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x477/pimpjiz/New.jpg

http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x477/pimpjiz/Upgrades2.jpg

http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x477/pimpjiz/Upgrades.jpg

http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x477/pimpjiz/lifted.jpg

http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x477/pimpjiz/TruckafterLift.jpg

http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x477/pimpjiz/P8060107.jpg

http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x477/pimpjiz/UptoDateRear.jpg

http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x477/pimpjiz/UpdatedFront.jpg

http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x477/pimpjiz/Toy.jpg

This takes the time from when I first got my ride until where it is at today. Lot of work, lot off changes, but still have a lot to do. At the end of the day, I have come to the realization that black on black is the only way to go. I have been looking for the right place to do paint, but it may be a while due to $$$.

I had to add the toy Hummer too like Bimmer, my wife bought it and had a body shop custom match the factory paint and paint it to match mine and surprised me with it as one of the toppers on our wedding cake, it was awesome.

[H2Much]

In case of the asks: Treehugger, rockstar 20"s, Toyo 40"s, Amp steps, Gobi rack and ladders, stock swingarm, Putco Smoked LED rooflights, powdercoated stainless rear rock grills, chipped (Superchips), regeared 4.88's, Defenderworx fuel door, tons of custom inside; rest of the chrome soon to go.:dancingbanana:

Santa's list:
- Supercharger
- Black paint job
- Custom black leather interior
- Custom hiding spots for my James Bond stuff inside
- Coated from head to toe in offroad lights

[guruerror]

Nice job, dude. Now, the real question...do you actually get it dirty?

EDIT: here's what you need next...raise the rear tire. It really gives the truck a better look.

http://www.elcovaforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41378&highlight=Welding
http://www.elcovaforums.com/forums/showpost.php?p=536434&postcount=23

[H2Much]

Of course! Broke a CV just last month too add. Forgot to mention that I pulled the air system and am rocking coils underneath with Bilsteins too because the air system couldn't hang where I was needing to go when I am back and forth from Idaho to Utah. Too bad the pics don't do justice to some of the minor body damage, hence the motivating factor in spending a grip to repaint.

I understand washing, taking care of, and babying your truck as these are all things I do as well, but let's not forget why we bought these things in the first place. If your not using it, then there is no reason to make all of these kinds of adds in my opinion. :notallthere:

[guruerror]

AGREED!

Here's what you need next...raise the rear tire. It really gives the truck a better look from the rear...

http://www.elcovaforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41378&highlight=Welding
http://www.elcovaforums.com/forums/showpost.php?p=536434&postcount=23

[H2Much]

Yah, I saw your pics on that a while ago before I picked up the spare carrier, so I was trying to find a solution to that before I got the spare carrier as I had concerns about whether it would fit the 40" or not. Didn't want to go roof mount because I was packing on the roof before I got the new rack and didn't like hearing the spare bouncing and shaking around up there. Also didn't like the pressure I saw it putting on the rack itself.

I ended up getting this swing arm off of a friends '08, $100, so you know I couldn't pass that up. Problem now is finding someone that can fabricate and do a clean job like yours because I really don't like how low it sits, looks kind of stupid.I also wanted to place a slight slant on it towards the vehicle. My offroad shop here does not fabricate so I am taking the time to find a decent shop. Had to do so much modding on my own with stuff already that I don't want to get into it unless it is going to be durable and clean. I have more modding yet that needs to be done so if you know of a good shop in my area, pass me a name.

BTW, love the rig man; nothing like a real man's Hummer.

[charles06]

H2Much,

How did you get enough clearance to fit the 40" tire on the stock swingarm? I needed spacers to fit my 38X13.5" Toyo. I'm assuming your's is 15.5" wide?

Thank you,

Charles

[tyler1bo]

OK, I finally decided to post my story. I didn't go too crazy on the pics, but here are some pics that show my journey.

http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x477/pimpjiz/New.jpg

http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x477/pimpjiz/Upgrades2.jpg

http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x477/pimpjiz/Upgrades.jpg

http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x477/pimpjiz/lifted.jpg

http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x477/pimpjiz/TruckafterLift.jpg

http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x477/pimpjiz/P8060107.jpg

http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x477/pimpjiz/UptoDateRear.jpg

http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x477/pimpjiz/UpdatedFront.jpg

http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x477/pimpjiz/Toy.jpg

This takes the time from when I first got my ride until where it is at today. Lot of work, lot off changes, but still have a lot to do. At the end of the day, I have come to the realization that black on black is the only way to go. I have been looking for the right place to do paint, but it may be a while due to $$$.

I had to add the toy Hummer too like Bimmer, my wife bought it and had a body shop custom match the factory paint and paint it to match mine and surprised me with it as one of the toppers on our wedding cake, it was awesome.


Truck looks KILLER!!! Treehugger looks incredible and those 40's are beast!! Keep up the good work!

[H2Much]

Charles, I don't really know what to say about that. I had a major concern with the wheel and tire fitting before I got the swingarm, so I was looking around for a special one to accomodate. When my friend picked up his '08, he said he didn't want the swingarm. He had 37's on there and said it fit no prob, so I took him up on it. When I went over to get it we through my 40" on there and it fit perfectly, no problems at all, so I can't really say what the deal is unless it is the offset on the rim.

And yes, the tire is 15.5" wide, so it really must be the wheel offset I am thinking with those rockstars. Other than that, no modification to it at all.

It is also possible that they changed the swingarms in the later year models to accomodate larger tires, but I am not sure. I would go and ask a Hummer dealer, but they are extinct.

[densonfrnc]

53476

[2010_5thgen]

man you guys got me wanting to lift my hummer more. i only did the front leveling kit, and im working on throwing some 37's on the stock 17's. not even worth putting up pictures with these guys rides.

[tyler1bo]

Lift it!! :) Mine is just sitting on a truxxx lift right now with 35's..but hopefully going up soon!

[2010_5thgen]

well, i have the chevy green torsion keys for the front to raise it about 2", and i was thinking of doing spring spacers for the rear. just to lift the rear about 2 more inches. that with the 37's, i think that should give me the look im wanting. and new shocks off course

[ROUSHDEMON]

Chales06, all the difference in the world is the offset of the wheels. H2Much is running Rockstars, those are 20x12 WITH a -44mm offset, that means they stick out outwards more giving those sick 40s some room to roll, plus do the math... think of a fat chick trying to pull a Beyonce move in a skinny jeans... it ain't gonna work and definitely not gonna look good. you need to give a 15.5" wide tire some room to play, 9" is not enough (that's what she said!).:D

What you're running is only 20x9... with a -12mm offset....... Honestly my friend (IN MY OPINION!!!!) you should never run anything less then a -24mm with a 10" wide wheel with equivalent tire thickness to go with it if you want your rig to look ... like this guy >:raar:

Just my $0.02.

[ROUSHDEMON]

Anyways... here is mine...
(I know I've posted these before... I need to get new pics)

http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk179/ROUSHDEMON/HUMMER/Demon1.jpg

http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk179/ROUSHDEMON/HUMMER/Demon2.jpg

http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk179/ROUSHDEMON/HUMMER/Demon4.jpg

[charles06]

That's what I figured. The offset on my KMC Hoss's is pretty good, but I still need spacers to fit a 13.5" tire on the carrier. I didn't think the Rockstars' backspacing was that much more than the Hoss's. I'll have to look it up.

[2010_5thgen]

roushdemon...that thing is sick! love it. ill bet its a PITA to detail that thing though.

[ROUSHDEMON]

That's what I figured. The offset on my KMC Hoss's is pretty good, but I still need spacers to fit a 13.5" tire on the carrier. I didn't think the Rockstars' backspacing was that much more than the Hoss's. I'll have to look it up.

They're 2 different size 20" Rockstars... 20x10 with -24mm and 20x12 with -44mm.... which IMO it looks way sicker..

roushdemon...that thing is sick! love it. ill bet its a PITA to detail that thing though..

HA!!.... Thank you! well... that's why it doesnt get detailed! lol... Pressure washer here we come!:clapping:

[charles06]

The important part is the backspacing, not the offset. Offset is measured from the outside of the wheel to the hub, so a wider wheel will always have a higher offset. Backspacing is measured from the hub to the inside of the wheel.

In other words, two different wheels can have completely different offsets, but if their backspacing is the same, ideally, they should fit the same...I think.

My eyes just crossed...

[2010_5thgen]

They're 2 different size 20" Rockstars... 20x10 with -24mm and 20x12 with -44mm.... which IMO it looks way sicker..



HA!!.... Thank you! well... that's why it doesnt get detailed! lol... Pressure washer here we come!:clapping:
i detail cars, so the first thing i notice about a car is how hard or easy it is to clean it. and i must say, the hummer is by far the hardest to clean/detail of any other trucks/suv i have owned. your truck looks great though.

[2010_5thgen]

Here's mine :dancingbanana:

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t244/Indyjones007/Hummer2b.jpg

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t244/Indyjones007/Hummer4.jpg

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t244/Indyjones007/Hummer3.jpg

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t244/Indyjones007/Hummer1.jpg
what did you do to lift your truck? torsion keys and spacers? i think it looks great and its the direction im wanting to take mine in. not too much of a lift but just enough to notice it.

[Indy]

Torsion Keys up front and some custom spacers in the rear along with 37's. I didn't want to go overboard like I did with my Jeeps...keep the Hummer a good street performer and make it a little bit better looking. I'm happy with the size it sits at right now. Looks close enough to stock but more aggressive :excited: Of course there where some other mods I had to do with the rear, like modify the trackbar to center the axle and of course shocks. Indy

[OrangeCrush]

Anyways... here is mine...
(I know I've posted these before... I need to get new pics)

http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk179/ROUSHDEMON/HUMMER/Demon1.jpg

http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk179/ROUSHDEMON/HUMMER/Demon2.jpg

http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk179/ROUSHDEMON/HUMMER/Demon4.jpg


I absolutely love your H2.... wish mine looked that good.


Mark

[tyler1bo]

Just post pics of that diesel and Roush will be saying the same thing! haha

[OrangeCrush]

Just post pics of that diesel and Roush will be saying the same thing! haha

Okay, I meant on the outside....lol.

Mark

[tyler1bo]

Black yours out! Take that chrome off! :)

[OrangeCrush]

Black yours out! Take that chrome off! :)


Damn, there?s only a few pieces of chrome on there now...

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y294/MyBlueC5/H2/IMG_0754.jpg

[2010_5thgen]

Torsion Keys up front and some custom spacers in the rear along with 37's. I didn't want to go overboard like I did with my Jeeps...keep the Hummer a good street performer and make it a little bit better looking. I'm happy with the size it sits at right now. Looks close enough to stock but more aggressive :excited: Of course there where some other mods I had to do with the rear, like modify the trackbar to center the axle and of course shocks. Indy
did you go with the green keys? how much did you lift the front? i have th green keys, but im waiting till i get my 37's before i do more of a lift. but i was wanting to do about 2-3" up front and then a 2" spacer in the rear with all new shocks all the way around. you have the perfect look with yours.

[Indy]

I don't recall the company who made the torsion keys for mine, but it sits about 2.5"-3" higher...hard to say, since all the torsion bars are adjusted a bit differently from the factory. Just make sure there is still some axle drop present...there is a metal bump stop which will limit its downward movement and you want some gap there. Rear are 3" spacers. Cheers, Indy.

[ROUSHDEMON]

Damn, there?s only a few pieces of chrome on there now...

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y294/MyBlueC5/H2/IMG_0754.jpg

I absolutely love your H2.... wish mine looked that good....
But only the INSIDE!!! LOL!!!! I WISH!

[tyler1bo]

hahaha..see?! Told you he'd say that!! We all are in envy!

[DeLH2]

Got to say that ROUSHDEMON's Black Beast looks damn mean!

[2010_5thgen]

nothing to do with lifted hummers......but, i think roushdemon's hummer would feel right at home parked next to my camaro......
http://i798.photobucket.com/albums/yy269/2010_5thgen/2010%20Camaro/New%20Forgeline%20wheels/DSCN0432.jpg

[Bimmer9938]

nothing to do with lifted hummers......but, i think roushdemon's hummer would feel right at home parked next to my camaro......

Count me in on that photoshoot too

http://i644.photobucket.com/albums/uu164/DicksBoatFS/BIG%20BLACK%20%20AND%20HOLLY/DSC09593.jpg

[Bimmer9938]

Nice Camaro BTW! ;)

[2010_5thgen]

Thanks.Are those 22's? Looks nice. The more i see those rockstar wheels, the more i like them. What size tires?

[Bimmer9938]

24's w/40's. :shhh:

[2010_5thgen]

Looks sick. Im working.my way up to some 37s on the stock 17. I've spent all my money on the camaro lol.

[tyler1bo]

nothing to do with lifted hummers......but, i think roushdemon's hummer would feel right at home parked next to my camaro......
http://i798.photobucket.com/albums/yy269/2010_5thgen/2010%20Camaro/New%20Forgeline%20wheels/DSCN0432.jpg

That camaro is beautiful! Very nice!! I hope it looks just as good under the hood as it does on the outside!

[2010_5thgen]

Not much to look at under the hood but about 460rwhp. All the mone basically went into suspension mods for racing.

[tyler1bo]

Does this have a 6.2 in it?

[2010_5thgen]

Yes sir! 6 spd manual with hurst shifter.Borla headers and catback. Airaid intake. Comp cam. Full pedders suspension. All polyeurethane bushing. Bmr suspension products. Forgeline gx3 wheels 20x10 front 20x11 rear. Nitto nt05 tires. Harness bar with 5 point harness. Cts-v brakes......its a monster

[tyler1bo]

Love it!! That 6.2 is amazing, especially for something as light as that camaro! I bet it will tote the mail!

[2010_5thgen]

I love the 6.2 motors. My grandpa had a escalade with it and hauled pretty good for a heavy truck. I wish hummer would have put the 6.2 in the 07 year like cadillac did. I like the 6.0 but the extra hp has to be noticeable on the 08+. Plus its sounds pretty bad ass.

[tyler1bo]

I love the 6.2 in mine. But honestly h2's NEED a duramax with an Allison tranny. I mean I understand it would cost more but it people are paying this much for this gas guzzler, why not spend a little more and get a BEAST with 20 mpg? I never understood why they didn't do that in the first place.

[OrangeCrush]

Yes sir! 6 spd manual with hurst shifter.Borla headers and catback. Airaid intake. Comp cam. Full pedders suspension. All polyeurethane bushing. Bmr suspension products. Forgeline gx3 wheels 20x10 front 20x11 rear. Nitto nt05 tires. Harness bar with 5 point harness. Cts-v brakes......its a monster

Sounds like you?re ready for Roebling or VIR... which I will be at in the next few weeks. Great setup, you did good (except hopefully you have a set of track tires)

Mark

[2010_5thgen]

No. No set of track tires yet. But for now, these nittos are perfect.

[OrangeCrush]

No. No set of track tires yet. But for now, these nittos are perfect.

I?m sorry, I thought you were going to a race course, not a drag strip...
I misunderstood.. didn?t mean to insult your choice of tires, I immediately thought race course. duh.


Mark

[2010_5thgen]

No your right. I don't drag race. The cars built for road racing.

[Big.Z.hummin]

not exactly lifted but she's leveled!

http://i769.photobucket.com/albums/xx332/bigz3264/Hummer%20forums/IMG_3698.jpg

http://i769.photobucket.com/albums/xx332/bigz3264/Hummer%20forums/IMG_1261.jpg

[tyler1bo]

Good enough! Haha. Would be killer with a rancho ;)

[Big.Z.hummin]

Good enough! Haha. Would be killer with a rancho ;)
you're preaching to the choir over here!! I'd love a rancho

[tyler1bo]

We're gonna get one someday..it WILL happen! :)

[ROUSHDEMON]

Thanks for the props guys!!!!!!

and yes, my truck would look GREAT right next to that blacked out Camaro... I would like to black out my Roush but it sits pretty as it is and I honestly don't wanna spend more money on it since it's paid off... so whatevs. I'll save that since i'm buying a new 5.0 GT next year and blacking that out so I'll have the 3 black brothers. HA!!

http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk179/ROUSHDEMON/Roush/043.jpg

http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk179/ROUSHDEMON/Roush/Enginepic.jpg

[ROUSHDEMON]

not exactly lifted but she's leveled!

http://i769.photobucket.com/albums/xx332/bigz3264/Hummer%20forums/IMG_3698.jpg

http://i769.photobucket.com/albums/xx332/bigz3264/Hummer%20forums/IMG_1261.jpg

LOOKS AWESOME!!!:perfect10s: :D :D :D

[twr]

Hi ROUSH i see your house and shop is all fix after all the water last year when can i come for a beer or 2 BRO? :jump:

[Bimmer9938]

and yes, my truck would look GREAT right next to that blacked out Camaro... I would like to black out my Roush but it sits pretty as it is and I honestly don't wanna spend more money on it since it's paid off... so whatevs. I'll save that since i'm buying a new 5.0 GT next year and blacking that out so I'll have the 3 black brothers. HA!!


Paid off or not, I'd still splurge for a BBK. Otherwise sick!

[ROUSHDEMON]

what do you mean a BBK? you mean the BBK for Mustang parts

and thanks Tracy, those pics were actually taken in 2007, so that garage is gone, but dont worry I gotta post pics of the new shop, its 99% done, I think youll like it :jump:

[Hellz]

http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk179/ROUSHDEMON/Roush/Enginepic.jpg

you can get an extra 10 hp if you change the caps on your washer fluid and looks like the coolant cap to something that says ROUSH on it!

[cecil-1]

you can get an extra 10 hp if you change the caps on your washer fluid and looks like the coolant cap to something that says ROUSH on it!

Doesn't really look like it needs another 10 hp:twak:

[guruerror]

Doesn't really look like it needs another 10 hp:twak:
...but I do think that the Roushs are out of balance...there needs to be at least one more Roush on the right side somewhere. I don't know if that will get you any more HP but it will definitely help identify what package is on your 'stang.

Found this on ebay...maybe stick one on the CAI:

http://i74.photobucket.com/albums/i271/guruerror/roush.jpg

Just jokes...nice ride.

[Bimmer9938]

Oh yea BBK isn't that a Mustang tuner? I was referring to a Big Brake Kit. ie: Brembo's, Stop Tech etc...

[H2Much]

Just to throw in some more sass on the lifting discussion... if you are going to lift, I suggest you go with the 6". What happens is you decide to go not so big, just enough to get tire clearance. This is what I did the first time, think I went with the skyjacker 5.5". Anyway, I was getting a little rubbing from the 37's, not much though. Over time, you keep looking at it and you think it could be a little meaner, a little more tougher, so you start thinking bigger wheels, bigger tires, etc. What happens is you end up switching things up and running out of space- lift is maxed, keys are torqued, and there is no more room. You are already in it to deep to drop everything and throw on a bigger lift.

6" is perfect, lets you get up to 40's minimal rubbing and it really looks the best in my opinion. Really balances the size of the truck with the wheels under it without making it look like a redneck monster truck. It's a good look though, looks even better if you drop the side steps. I really wanted to go with Bimmer's 24x40 look, but that was costing an extra few thousand to go that route over my current one, so I stuck with the 20's. Either way, from my experience it is just better to give yourself some breathing room and go with a 6" from the start. Trust me, if you go lower than that, you will pay for it over time second guessing and changing stuff up to get closer to that look. I know I still am.:mad:

By the way, nice cars guys! My marriage cut me short of the black on black sports car; was really looking to get into a black on black Lotus Evora. Guess I can only hope for that promotion at work.

[Bimmer9938]

Rancho with keys will fit 40's. or 37's/38's w/o.

[tyler1bo]

Just to throw in some more sass on the lifting discussion... if you are going to lift, I suggest you go with the 6". What happens is you decide to go not so big, just enough to get tire clearance. This is what I did the first time, think I went with the skyjacker 5.5". Anyway, I was getting a little rubbing from the 37's, not much though. Over time, you keep looking at it and you think it could be a little meaner, a little more tougher, so you start thinking bigger wheels, bigger tires, etc. What happens is you end up switching things up and running out of space- lift is maxed, keys are torqued, and there is no more room. You are already in it to deep to drop everything and throw on a bigger lift.

6" is perfect, lets you get up to 40's minimal rubbing and it really looks the best in my opinion. Really balances the size of the truck with the wheels under it without making it look like a redneck monster truck. It's a good look though, looks even better if you drop the side steps. I really wanted to go with Bimmer's 24x40 look, but that was costing an extra few thousand to go that route over my current one, so I stuck with the 20's. Either way, from my experience it is just better to give yourself some breathing room and go with a 6" from the start. Trust me, if you go lower than that, you will pay for it over time second guessing and changing stuff up to get closer to that look. I know I still am.:mad:

By the way, nice cars guys! My marriage cut me short of the black on black sports car; was really looking to get into a black on black Lotus Evora. Guess I can only hope for that promotion at work.



I saw in your earlier pics that you changed to a rancho? Are you still running the rancho with the 40's?

[Bimmer9938]

H2Much or Me?

[H2Much]

Nope, still on the skyjacker. They used some rancho parts to accomodate the lift to my vehicle, but I'm still on the 5-1/2".

Really wish I went with the 6" though, seen a lot of them and they just seem like they look so much better.

[Bimmer9938]

I parked next to a H2 with a Febtech lift when I was just on my Rancho and we were level. Granted I don't have a spare tire on the back so my torsions were probably cranked a lil more to level it then a SUV or SUT with a spare...

[2010_5thgen]

When you guys say ranchos what are you talking about? A kit or rancho shocks?

[OrangeCrush]

I parked next to a H2 with a Febtech lift when I was just on my Rancho and we were level. Granted I don't have a spare tire on the back so my torsions were probably cranked a lil more to level it then a SUV or SUT with a spare...

When you did that, did you have your bodylift installed?

Speaking of body lifts, did you install it or have the company that made them for you install it?

I’m going to be ready for new tires soon and 40’s would be a perfect fit. I have 37’s or 38’s on there now and I could probably go another 1-2” more. I’d say 39’s (if there was such a thing) would be perfect.

Lemme know...


When you guys say ranchos what are you talking about? A kit or rancho shocks?


Kit...


Mark

[Bimmer9938]

@ Mark

Before my body lift.


The 40's fit with my Rancho kit and Truxxx leveling kit and rear spacer. I run 24x12 Rockstars and they rubbed turning. I didn't want to trim in fear of hacking up the wells, I ended up trimming just 2" off the bottom. If you do run the keys I would highly recommend the Cognito upper A arms, (which you already have) to make it easier to align and correct the angles. If memory serves me correctly Mark you are running a 20x10 XD wheel. I think your rubbing would be very minor if you went 40's (with the Truxxx keys and spacers). I remember you upgraded from the 35" Mickey Thompsons to 37" Toyos. I just like a lot of wheel well gap so it doesn't look stuffed, so I did the 2" BL and have articulation room when pulling up an incline while turning since I run such a wide wheel.

I had Rides of Conover NC to it. Speak to Brandon if you want it done, they said they wouldn't bother buying a complete 03-05' 2500 HD kit since most of the kit is not used. Just buy the pucks and bolts. The steering extension that came with my kit was installed, but they said wasn't necessary on a 2" BL. The rear hitch and bumper assembly was raised with 2" stock, I played with it to make it perfect, but they did a great job overall.

[Bimmer9938]

40's before body lift.

http://i644.photobucket.com/albums/uu164/DicksBoatFS/DSC09158.jpg


40's after body lift.

http://i644.photobucket.com/albums/uu164/DicksBoatFS/DSC09452.jpg

[OrangeCrush]

I LOVE the stance of your truck. The gapping and spacing is perfect. Since power isn't an issue for me, I'm not worried about a taller tire an having less gear ratio. (of course, 4.56 gears don't hurt either...lol)

I'll be picking your brain soon enough, I'll give Brandon a call.

Mark

[Bimmer9938]

Yea like I said, they fit with the Rancho and Truxxx kit, but the spacing from the top of the tire and fender flare looked stuffed to me. Feel free to give me a call with any questions Mark.

[2010_5thgen]

i was just looking at that rancho 4" lift kit. it says you cant use the stock wheels with the kit? why is that?

[Bimmer9938]

I think cause it utilizes taller spindles (or steering knuckles) that would normal fit inside the wheel barrel so an aftermarket wheel with a lower offset would fit next to it. The Ranch is higher then 4" btw, they just market it that way.

[2010_5thgen]

so, if im looking for after market wheels, what offset should i look for IF i ever do this kit?

[charles06]

so, if im looking for after market wheels, what offset should i look for IF i ever do this kit?

Refer to my earlier post. Backspacing is more important than offset. These two are often confused.

[ROUSHDEMON]

LOL you guys are hilarious with all the Roush stuff... hey, I paid enough money for the name... might as well display it. lol
And Bimmer, I do have a Break kit now on it, it just wasn't on there back in '07... there is a lot of stuff that wasn't on back in '07. I just have to update the pics lol

[2010_5thgen]

Refer to my earlier post. Backspacing is more important than offset. These two are often confused.
ok, but most wheel companies that i have seen only offer 2 different offsets. that why i refer to what offset to get.

[2010_5thgen]

i have the green keys for my hummer, how much will those lift the front end before the ride just goes down hill? can i get 3" of lift out of it or is that too much? im thinking about getting 2" rear shock spacers and then leveling the truck off. and i think it will be around 2 1/2" -3" that the green keys will have to go up. if i can only get 2" of lift, ill go with 1.5" shock spacers for the rear. any opinions?

[charles06]

ok, but most wheel companies that i have seen only offer 2 different offsets. that why i refer to what offset to get.

You're right. You have to ask for backspacing. The bastards never list it.

[H2Much]

More pics? I know we have some more lifted rides out there...:popcorn:

[tyler1bo]

More pics? I know we have some more lifted rides out there...:popcorn:

:iagree: :iagree: :iagree:

I'm waiting for some parts on mine to come in/install and I'll hit y'all with a few more of mine.

[2010_5thgen]

Refer to my earlier post. Backspacing is more important than offset. These two are often confused.
is a -25 too much of a offset for a hummer? im looking at getting these wheels possibly, but i dont know how this offset will look. they say this is the only offset that comes in these wheels. i dont have the backspacing but i have a hub bore. its 130.81. can you help me out?

[bigmikey82]

Just a couple quick cell phone shots of my truck. I'll have better pics once I get the new wheels and tires and all the other parts I have are installed.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/onyx01is/IMG-20111017-00088.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/onyx01is/IMG-20111027-00160.jpg

[tyler1bo]

Just a couple quick cell phone shots of my truck. I'll have better pics once I get the new wheels and tires and all the other parts I have are installed.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/onyx01is/IMG-20111017-00088.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/onyx01is/IMG-20111027-00160.jpg

Nice!! I'm assuming Fabtech lift? And what wheels and tires are you moving to?

[bigmikey82]

Yep, Fabtech lift w/dual hoop shocks up front. I'm getting some 22" fuel hostage wheels with 40x15.50 mud grapplers. The wheels and tires on there right now are too small.

[tyler1bo]

that will look great!! Pics when installed please!! :)

[ROUSHDEMON]

is a -25 too much of a offset for a hummer? im looking at getting these wheels possibly, but i dont know how this offset will look. they say this is the only offset that comes in these wheels. i dont have the backspacing but i have a hub bore. its 130.81. can you help me out?

Not in my opinion. I'm running -44mm. most 20x10s are -24mmissshhhh... So you're right on the money.

[2010_5thgen]

Sweet. I just ordered the wheels. Anyone got a place to get good deals on tires now?

[atomicgoofball]

Sweet. I just ordered the wheels. Anyone got a place to get good deals on tires now?
Discounttiredirect is where I got mine and they are awesome!! Fast delivery great Service and they price match/beat anything u can find!

[2010_5thgen]

with a 20x10 wheel and -25 offset, should i go with a 37x12.50 wide or 37x13.50?

[2010_5thgen]

Discounttiredirect is where I got mine and they are awesome!! Fast delivery great Service and they price match/beat anything u can find!
they dont have much selection in a 37x13.50x20.

[tyler1bo]

I personally think the 13.50's would look better than the 12.50's in 37's. Perfect height to width

[2010_5thgen]

ive deciided to go with toyo open coutry mt 37's. gonna wait for spring though

[tyler1bo]

Great choice..excellent tires

[H2R]

Well thought to submit my 03 supercharged rig.

[guruerror]

Shiny!

[2010_5thgen]

anyone have pictures of a rancho kit with 38's? this is the new combo im thinking of going with. wanted to see if their any concerns or tips.

[H2R]

Shiny!

Must have been the angle of the lens.:o The wife wont let me get a new camera, sorry...:giggling:

[charles06]

with a 20x10 wheel and -25 offset, should i go with a 37x12.50 wide or 37x13.50?

Fabtech's website lists the correct backspacing needed for their kits. I understand you're not using Fabtech's kit, but it might give you an idea of what to look for. Again, everyone is looking at offset only, and I understand it's what wheel manufacturers list, but we should be looking at backspacing AND offset. If you find a wheel you like, call and get the specs. A 10-20 minute phone call can save a lot of hunting around and headaches later...

There is also a tech article on another website (don't think I'm allowed to post it here) that describes the requirements for the Fabtech lift. PM me and I'll direct you there.

I keep thinking of things to add. When I purchased my truck, the previous owner had 37's with 22" wheels, and they rubbed. I changed to 38's on a 20" wheel, and avoided rubbing my sways by changing to a correct backspacing. I also lifted my truck a bit more, but that has nothing to do with the sway bar issue.

[Bimmer9938]

Fabtech pushes the front wheels out further than the Rancho. Just call em they are very helpful. Rancho Suspension: Contact Phone Number - 1 734 384 7804.

[2010_5thgen]

i had already talked ot rancho. they just said they tested their kit with a 5" backspacing on a 17x10 wheel with 37x12.5 tires. my new wheels are 20x10 with a 4.5" backspacing, so i should be good. ive also decided to go with a 38x13.50 toyo open country MT tire. with the amount of backspacing i have, i shouldnt have a problem with rubbing.

[charles06]

I may be selling my Toyo 38's on KMC Hoss 20's and stepping up to 40's (damn Bimmer...). Interested? Or did you already place an order?

[2010_5thgen]

i already have the wheels. just need the tires now. thanks though. got any pics though?

[OrangeCrush]

Not only hours of headaches but thousands of dollars of wasted money.

....cause we've all wasted a bunch of money trying different stuff only to find out it didnt fit or look as good as we thought it would, right???

Right?

:D

Mark

[charles06]

Right.

I'll have to post some pictures when I get home. Not sure if I have any updated ones, though.

[Bimmer9938]

I'm only on my fourth set of wheels (one set I got from you Mark). :giggling:

[Bimmer9938]

My second set of rims, with Truxxx keys and spacer... LAME!


http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b312/Bimmer9938/BIG%20BLACK%20AT%20BALL%20FIELD/DSC09877c.jpg

[2010_5thgen]

i had a escalade before my hummer. went through 4 sets of wheels on that. with my camaro, this is my 2nd set of wheels in less than 2 years..... its addicting. after i do the lift on the hummer, not only did i just buy new wheels for 38's, but ill have to buy new wheels to run in the winter since the stock wheels wont fit with the rancho lift.......i love spending money. lol

[charles06]

Just wanted to clarify some mis-information I posted earlier. I was correct on backspacing being measured from the inner lip/back of the wheel to the hub. But offset is measured from the center of the wheel, NOT the hub, to the outter lip/front of the wheel. Essentially, the dead center of the wheel is a 0 offset, and a -12 offset moves the hub closer to the inner lip/back of the wheel. A +12 offset would move the hub closer to the outter lip/front of the wheel. Hope I cleared up any confusion I caused. And I didn't want to look like an idiot. :D

*By "hub" I'm referring to the part of the wheel where the lug nuts go, not the hub on the truck.

[DeLH2]

Time to hit the mountains!

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v624/del2000/2008%20Hummer%20H2%20SUT/suth2.jpg

[guruerror]

Time to hit the mountains!

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v624/del2000/2008%20Hummer%20H2%20SUT/suth2.jpg
I like those SUTs so much better with the rear tire delete! Nice!
Do you carry a spare at all?

[DeLH2]

I like those SUTs so much better with the rear tire delete! Nice!
Do you carry a spare at all?

Not at all, I'll throw the spare tire carrier back on only if I'm going for long trips, other than that the spare stays in the garage....

[guruerror]

Not at all, I'll throw the spare tire carrier back on only if I'm going for long trips, other than that the spare stays in the garage....
Too bad we can just throw them on the hood like the old Landies.

[DeLH2]

Too bad we can just throw them on the hood like the old Landies.


I was debating whether to get the Gobi's Tire carrier for the roof, but it will be a task to mount and unmount due to the size and weight I have to mess with...

[guruerror]

I was debating whether to get the Gobi's Tire carrier for the roof, but it will be a task to mount and unmount due to the size and weight I have to mess with...
At least with the SUT you can stand in the bed...that would make it easier then getting the tire on top of an SUV.

I could have swore that I saw someone on the forum with a slantback spare tire mount on their H2. I can't find the thread or a pic anywhere now. I recall the pic was of a black SUT with a lift and custom bumpers...I don't know, but it was similar to this:

http://i74.photobucket.com/albums/i271/guruerror/slantrackw14150.jpg

EDIT: Found it...http://www.elcovaforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41350&highlight=body+lift

[DeLH2]

At least with the SUT you can stand in the bed...that would make it easier then getting the tire on top of an SUV.

I could have swore that I saw someone on the forum with a slantback spare tire mount on their H2. I can't find the thread or a pic anywhere now. I recall the pic was of a black SUT with a lift and custom bumpers...I don't know, but it was similar to this:

http://i74.photobucket.com/albums/i271/guruerror/slantrackw14150.jpg

EDIT: Found it...http://www.elcovaforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41350&highlight=body+lift


That looks pretty sweet, the closest I can find and possibly modify are these. Just get a good welder and fabricate a carrier in between the post.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v624/del2000/2008%20Hummer%20H2%20SUT/603-1-bp_lg.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v624/del2000/2008%20Hummer%20H2%20SUT/RW-RW603-1-A0102-2.jpg

[guruerror]

That looks pretty sweet, the closest I can find and possibly modify are these. Just get a good welder and fabricate a carrier in between the post.
Welders typically aren't that expensive...
...then get it powder coated and call it a day.

A local welding shop charged me $75 to mod my stock carrier to lift the tire up. http://www.elcovaforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41378&highlight=carrier

You just need a couple cross bars and a mounting point; which you could have cut from your stock arm...dunno...food for thought.

[tyler1bo]

Truck looks good!!!

[charles06]

The company that does most of my work moddified one of the above pictured bed bar set-ups to carry a spare. The guy had it on for a couple of years, but ended up ditching it because it rendered the bed useless.

I disagree with most of the opinions here. I like the look of the rear tire carrier. Without it, the truck looks too short, almost like someone smooshed it.

[tyler1bo]

I see your point but I personally like the fact that I don't have to swing my spare carrier open everytime I want to drop the tailgate. Plus I think it makes the truck seem wider ;) gotta love fat rear ends. Well..to some extent. But it's all personal preference!

[tyler1bo]

I can finally be added to this list! To keep this thread going, here's my Rancho/Truxxx lift..:dancingbanana:

http://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k509/tyler1bo/IMG_2665.jpghttp://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k509/tyler1bo/IMG_0463.jpghttp://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k509/tyler1bo/IMG_2676.jpg

[Bimmer9938]

Looks awesome! Cut those bump stops off the front shocks, you'll never bottom them out.

[OrangeCrush]

Awwww, what a cute little truck...


:giggling:

Seriously, dude, that looks GREAT! What size tires? Makes me wanna put black wheels on mine.

Mark

[Bimmer9938]

Seriously, dude, that looks GREAT! What size tires? Makes me wanna put black wheels on mine.

I read 38's, and Mark you should do some black rims... did you ever get your 40's Mark?

[OrangeCrush]

I read 38's, and Mark you should do some black rims... did you ever get your 40's Mark?


I really wanted the Octane fuels in black, I think they?re hot...

I did get 40?s on.

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y294/MyBlueC5/H2/5ae58daa.jpg


Mark

[Bimmer9938]

Nice Mark, are they rubbing? Mine rubbed like crazy with 12" wide wheels.

[OrangeCrush]

Nice Mark, are they rubbing? Mine rubbed like crazy with 12" wide wheels.


The only time they rub is if I have the wheel turned all the way to the right and go in reverse, you can juuuust hear them rub. You would think if they rubbed, they would rub in either direction.

... but like I said, haaardly.

So you?re not running 12?s? How wide are you running?

Mark

[Bimmer9938]

I do run 12's, so they would rub more when turning then your 10's. Yea mine would catch the fender liners in reverse so I had to trim a lil off. Plus the Super Swamper is a true 40" measuring 40" which doesn't help.

[tyler1bo]

Awwww, what a cute little truck...


:giggling:

Seriously, dude, that looks GREAT! What size tires? Makes me wanna put black wheels on mine.

Mark

It's not little anymore! ;) just a little smaller than yours at the moment! And yes they are 38X13.50...You really should change to black wheels!

[OrangeCrush]

I do run 12's, so they would rub more when turning then your 10's. Yea mine would catch the fender liners in reverse so I had to trim a lil off. Plus the Super Swamper is a true 40" measuring 40" which doesn't help.


My rims are 12?s...

And the 40?s measure like 39.7? tall when I measured them.

Mark

[OrangeCrush]

It's not little anymore! ;) just a little smaller than yours at the moment! And yes they are 38X13.50...You really should change to black wheels!


I was just messin? with ya... I love your truck. Of course, not it?s the coolest color!! LOL.

I really like the black wheels though...


Mark

[2010_5thgen]

I can finally be added to this list! To keep this thread going, here's my Rancho/Truxxx lift..:dancingbanana:

http://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k509/tyler1bo/IMG_2665.jpghttp://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k509/tyler1bo/IMG_0463.jpghttp://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k509/tyler1bo/IMG_2676.jpg
Looks bad ass! Can't wait to do my lift! Pretty much same setup as you. Looks awesome. Very jelious right now.

[tyler1bo]

You will love it! I hope you ordered the RS9000's because they truly are amazing. 9 levels of adjustability, I can make it as stiff as a ferrari or soft as a pillow.

[tyler1bo]

I was just messin? with ya... I love your truck. Of course, not it?s the coolest color!! LOL.

I really like the black wheels though...


Mark

haha. I appreciate it! Might I add the Crush is lookin goood right now. It's freakin HUGE! I just looked at your pics with 40's, then back to mine with 38's and it's amazing how much more rubber you have. And my tires are enormous!

[2010_5thgen]

No I didn't opt for the 9000s. I don't need adjustability. I got it on my Camaro and I only change it when I race it. I figure the adjustable shocks on the hummer would probably stay at the same setting as the 5000 would be. Did you install the kit yourself?

[tyler1bo]

No I didn't do the install, I had my offroad installers take care of that..are you planning on doing the install yourself?

[Bimmer9938]

No I didn't opt for the 9000s. I don't need adjustability. I got it on my Camaro and I only change it when I race it. I figure the adjustable shocks on the hummer would probably stay at the same setting as the 5000 would be.



I keep my 9000's on 9, so thankful I got adjustable's, seemed too smooshy at first.


* Plus there was a $100 MORE of a rebate to do the 9000's.

[Bimmer9938]

Damn, I gotta say there is a whole new breed of nicely modded H2's popping up on this forum!

[HummerJim]

:perfect10s: WOW! That really is a nice one!

[2010_5thgen]

No I didn't do the install, I had my offroad installers take care of that..are you planning on doing the install yourself?
Yeah. Me and a few buddies and a lift..... And maybe some beer

[PaHumBug]

Tyler your truck is looking great! I know you've been anxious to get a lift on there, you have to be excited! Congrats!

[OrangeCrush]

Yeah. Me and a few buddies and a lift..... And maybe some beer

It's not hard... I did it (I needed a helper to hold some parts) in about 10 hours.
If I remember correctly, the Rancho wasn't any more or less hard to install than the Fabtech I installed on my other H2.


Mark

[2010_5thgen]

Hopefully with the lift and three people we can get it done in 6 to 8 hours

[tyler1bo]

Tyler your truck is looking great! I know you've been anxious to get a lift on there, you have to be excited! Congrats!

Thanks buddy! I'm so excited about it..took it out two days after I got it..was amazed at how well it performed.

[tyler1bo]

Damn, I gotta say there is a whole new breed of nicely modded H2's popping up on this forum!

We need to have a HUGE photoshoot! Best collection of H2's on the planet :jump:

[tyler1bo]

Yeah. Me and a few buddies and a lift..... And maybe some beer

Have fun! Yeah it'll definitely go smoother with the last tool you mentioned :giggling:

[tyler1bo]

:perfect10s: WOW! That really is a nice one!

Thank you sir!

[Indy]

What a great SUT!!!! 10/10 :beerchug:

[Bimmer9938]

WOW! That really is a nice one!

That's what she said! :D

[H2Much]

Nice lift Tyler, I bet you are loving that thing so much more than before, I know I did mine! It makes it so much better when it has a clean look too like everything was done right, not ghetto. We need to get something together where we can bring all of these beasts to one place, that would be my favorite car show right there!:)

[OrangeCrush]

Thanks buddy! I'm so excited about it..took it out two days after I got it..was amazed at how well it performed.

Tyler,

It?s funny, it doesn?t drive any different, does it? I thought it was going to be harder to drive (wider tires) but even with my defective crappy steering box, it drives the same...


Mark

[tyler1bo]

I can't tell any difference from factory on how it drives..haha. Even with 38's. Right now I've got my superchips programmer on the performance tune, so it's running gooood for a 6.2 7,000 lb. cinder block. My speedo is screwed but I can change that later ;) haha

[2010_5thgen]

How do you like the super chips programmer? Cant you calibrate the speedo with the new wheels with the programmer? My buddy has been telling me to get a custom tune but I'm kinda leaning towards something like super chips or some other programmer. Any suggestion?

[tyler1bo]

I have the flashpaq and so far it's been great..yes I can recalibrate the speedo but I can't have a performance tune with the tire size change on it :( right now I'm just using the performance tune, which is a nice noticeable difference from stock.

[2010_5thgen]

Oh so you can only pick certain things things to use the programmer for? So you can't have the performance tune and tire size change at the same time? Is there a tuner that does everything ?

[tyler1bo]

there probably is..and I can probably do some advanced tune where I change a bunch of things at one time, but for now I'm just using the factory settings on the tuner. It's not bothering me at the moment, and all I really need is the speedo calibration anyways.

[charles06]

I have the Flashpaq and can choose tire size under Performance Tune. You sure you're not missing something?

[OrangeCrush]

Oh so you can only pick certain things things to use the programmer for? So you can't have the performance tune and tire size change at the same time? Is there a tuner that does everything ?


Reggie,

I thought you bought the Diablo, no? Out of the 5 or so tuners I tried, it was the only one that allowed both gear and tire size changes.


Mark

[2010_5thgen]

Reggie? Lol. It's nick. And no I haven't bought any programmer.

[OrangeCrush]

Reggie? Lol. It's nick. And no I haven't bought any programmer.


LOL, I was just reading one of Reggie?s posts and saw that and thought I was responding to him...LOL.

My bad... where is that son of bitch anyways?? :D

Mark

[tyler1bo]

I have the Flashpaq and can choose tire size under Performance Tune. You sure you're not missing something?

Maybe I can..I haven't messed with it that much. I've just done the Quick Tune setups.

[tyler1bo]

Okay I know we have more lifted H2's on here! Bring the pics!

[2010_5thgen]

Hopefully I can post mine up in a few weeks!

[tyler1bo]

I'm lookin forward to seeing it!

[tyler1bo]

Nice lift Tyler, I bet you are loving that thing so much more than before, I know I did mine! It makes it so much better when it has a clean look too like everything was done right, not ghetto. We need to get something together where we can bring all of these beasts to one place, that would be my favorite car show right there!:)

:iagree: :beerchug: :dancingbanana:

[2010_5thgen]

HERE IT IS!
some crappy dark pictures. its supposed to snow prety good tonight, ill take better ones tomorrow.

http://i798.photobucket.com/albums/yy269/2010_5thgen/bd917e8f.jpg

http://i798.photobucket.com/albums/yy269/2010_5thgen/9bd5f612.jpg
http://i798.photobucket.com/albums/yy269/2010_5thgen/c4bdfedf.jpg

http://www.elcovaforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=42260

[tyler1bo]

Kick A$$!!!

[OrangeCrush]

Looks great... I love the dual exhaust.


Mark

[rogco]

seems like most have the rancho kit . is it worht to buy over the fab 6'

[2010_5thgen]

Personally I think a 6 inch lift is too much. The 4 inch lift from Rancho is perfect. Throw on some 38s and you have an inch and a half more than you had stock.

[tyler1bo]

I think fabtech and rancho are pretty similar as far as the amount of lift. I think my truck sits up more than just 4". I haven't measured that but my truck seems taller for sure, course I am running keys and a 1.25" coil spacer in the rear. But overall that should pick my truck up about an inch. I think either lift is good whatever you choose! Fabtech will probably be sliiiightly taller, but other than that..not much difference.

[2010_5thgen]

well of course yours sits more than 4"...your running spacers on the lift :giggling: and running 38" tires will give you more height also. running a 35 would give you a 4" lift with the rancho. but running 37's will give you 1 more inch and 38's will give you 1.5" more, and 40's will give you 2.5" more height.

[tyler1bo]

haha..i know that! ;) My truck measures 7'3" I think from the top to floor..measure yours like that and lets see our differences (don't measure in the roof racks). Yours should be about an inch lower I would think ;)

[2010_5thgen]

I measured mine the other day to see if I could fit in the car wash. I'm just under 7'. Not counting roof racks. But I'll remeasure to confirm.

[tyler1bo]

Gotcha..I also measured from the driver side, directly in the middle of the truck, to the ground. I think before I was sitting approx. 6'8", if that measurement was true, then I'm 7" taller. So that would make sense that the rancho is 4", because the other 3" came from the tires. But just measure yours and see what happens. I'll remeasure mine too.

[tyler1bo]

Had to add my twin to the mix! Here's Jerrh2's '06 SUT!http://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k509/tyler1bo/IMG_0487.jpghttp://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k509/tyler1bo/IMG_0488.jpg

Now sitting on a 6" Fabtech with fat 38X15.50 Toyo's..also added the SIG STARR black projectors, black grille, and LED's all around. Looks sick man! Would love to have more pictures!

[BBH2]

Gonna Add mine to list. Ranho kit green keys 42 sx.
http://i107.photobucket.com/albums/m320/rcb016/2011-08-29_12-30-34_627.jpg
http://i107.photobucket.com/albums/m320/rcb016/2011-09-01_13-22-37_927-1.jpg
http://i107.photobucket.com/albums/m320/rcb016/2011-08-29_11-40-11_490.jpg
http://i107.photobucket.com/albums/m320/rcb016/2011-08-29_12-30-23_94.jpg
http://i107.photobucket.com/albums/m320/rcb016/2011-09-01_13-23-12_748.jpg

[tyler1bo]

This thing defines TANK!! :) haha

[tyler1bo]

I know we have more out there! Keep them coming!

[Bimmer9938]

Eat your heart out....


http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.135716480444.222233.526545444&type=3


http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150256863335445.480066.526545444&type=3


http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150621029350445.685609.526545444&type=3

[Bimmer9938]

These are my favorites!

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b312/Bimmer9938/293907_10150894100740445_526545444_21458862_917319 15_n.jpg
.
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b312/Bimmer9938/228196_10150609941815445_526545444_18695050_477283 5_n.jpg
.
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b312/Bimmer9938/190720_10150466700620445_526545444_17942896_766361 1_n.jpg

[tyler1bo]

http://sphotos.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-snc3/23792_10150133994320445_526545444_11562114_2712906 _n.jpg

Always loved this truck..would love to have him on this forum!

And I love the red 12" FTS on the bottom..that thing is nasty

[Bimmer9938]

http://sphotos.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-snc3/23792_10150133994320445_526545444_11562114_2712906 _n.jpg

Always loved this truck..would love to have him on this forum!


You realize that's Jeff's H2 (on FB: Hummer Modified) and is in China now, and looks like this.

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b312/Bimmer9938/321563_1887278121589_1830520892_1302272_211296534_ n.jpg

[OrangeCrush]

These are my favorites!

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b312/Bimmer9938/293907_10150894100740445_526545444_21458862_917319 15_n.jpg
.
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b312/Bimmer9938/228196_10150609941815445_526545444_18695050_477283 5_n.jpg
.
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b312/Bimmer9938/190720_10150466700620445_526545444_17942896_766361 1_n.jpg


The first one is great, nicely done... the second two is just toooo much. They needed to stop about $5K earlier.




http://sphotos.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-snc3/23792_10150133994320445_526545444_11562114_2712906 _n.jpg




You realize that's Jeff's H2 (on FB: Hummer Modified) and is in China now, and looks like this.

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b312/Bimmer9938/321563_1887278121589_1830520892_1302272_211296534_ n.jpg


That was always my favorite H2... love the color, love the mods, very nicely done. If that is the same H2 (now in China), they should have left it in the States, it didn't look like crap then.

Mark

[tyler1bo]

It still looks good to me in china, and I have him as a friend on FB actually. But it definitely looked better in the states! One of my favorite H2's without all the extra crap on it.

[hummeraddict]

It still looks good to me in china, and I have him as a friend on FB actually. But it definitely looked better in the states! One of my favorite H2's without all the extra crap on it.
I like everything on that red sut except the hood light thing. Thats ugly IMHO.

[charles06]

Finally got some new pictures. For some reason, the side shot makes it look like the truck leans back, but it actually has a more forward rake.

[guruerror]

Sweet!

We're discussing fender flares in another thread, and I have a question about the E&G flares. In the rear where the mud flap is supposed to attach (which I noticed that you did not install...bravo) is the end of the rear flare open-ended? Could water and mud get up in there?

[charles06]

Yes, it's open.

[Bimmer9938]

Man that looks so clean just white and black!:beerchug:

[OrangeCrush]

Sweet!

We're discussing fender flares in another thread, and I have a question about the E&G flares. In the rear where the mud flap is supposed to attach (which I noticed that you did not install...bravo) is the end of the rear flare open-ended? Could water and mud get up in there?


One more question, I’m assuming you have to drill holes in the hood and rear qtr, right?


I’ve always liked those flares, I just didn’t want to drill holes. (funny being in the bodyshop business, you’d think I wouldn’t mind...lol)


Thanks,

Mark

[charles06]

Yes, you have to drill holes. My flares have actually cracked around a few of the screws, but only a little. But the cracks haven't gotten worse over the last few years.

[tyler1bo]

God your truck looks amazing..thanks for adding to the thread! Well done sir, well done.

[OrangeCrush]

Sorry bud, I hate having to open up attachments.



http://www.elcovaforums.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=53742&d=1329948772

http://www.elcovaforums.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=53743&d=1329948926

http://www.elcovaforums.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=53744&d=1329948936

http://www.elcovaforums.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=53745&d=1329948947

[2010_5thgen]

Yes, you have to drill holes. My flares have actually cracked around a few of the screws, but only a little. But the cracks haven't gotten worse over the last few years.
How well do the flares keep everything from flinging up on your truck(doors and hood)? My truck is a mess after driving in a bit of mud. Literally all over the truck. I need to stop it a bit and I think those larger flares like yours would be perfect. And I like the look of them without the rear mud flap..

[charles06]

Thanks for all the compliments. And thanks for posting the pictures! I can never figure out how to do that.

The flares work better than stock, obviously, but with the higher offset wheels, wider tires, and the lift kit, you still get stuff thrown up on the side.

[2010_5thgen]

So I'm screwed either way? Does it still get on your hood? There's just no stopping the mess I guess. But they did help a lot......right? I just need to restrict the mud a bit. I'm probably not gonna stop it but hopefully more than I am now.

[tyler1bo]

I've gotta ask..what's going on with your cab lights?

[charles06]

They do help, but how much will depend on wheel offset, tire width, etc.

I assume you're talking about the rear two cab lights being red? They were all smoked at one point, then I backed into my garage trying to inch in to unload the bed, cracked one, and put the red ones back on. I wasn't going to buy a whole kit of smoked for two lenses. I pulled the bulbs out years ago, anyhow...

[2010_5thgen]

Well I'm running toyo 38x13.5 on a 20x10 with a 4.5" backspacing

[tyler1bo]

Well I'm running toyo 38x13.5 on a 20x10 with a 4.5" backspacing

I must have not experienced the flinging you're talking about..course mine has been nasty for awhile and the only time I remember it flinging stuff everywhere was when I deliberately took it mudding. But as far as around town driving I haven't really noticed it on mine..same as always. Try the E&G flares though! It would look great with your rig.

[tyler1bo]

They do help, but how much will depend on wheel offset, tire width, etc.

I assume you're talking about the rear two cab lights being red? They were all smoked at one point, then I backed into my garage trying to inch in to unload the bed, cracked one, and put the red ones back on. I wasn't going to buy a whole kit of smoked for two lenses. I pulled the bulbs out years ago, anyhow...

I'm assuming you bought the Recon lights? Mine leaked when I first put them in, fitment was terrible, had to silicone the living mess out of them because it was fixin to drown my nav dripping in through the dome light in the center ;( Recon did a sh*tty job with the cab lights as far as fitment..

[charles06]

I can't remember the brand. I got them about 4 years ago. But, yeah, mine leaked, too, so I had them sealed.

[tyler1bo]

They look exactly like mine so I'm guessing they are Recon. Hey how hard was it to change your door handles?

[charles06]

I didn't change my door handles. They were black when I bought the truck.

[tyler1bo]

Ahh..

[tyler1bo]

So I'm pretty sure I got flipped off today..couldn't tell for sure but I could have sworn I saw the hand gesture through this douche bags heavily tinted windows. I had all my windows down just minding my own business and this guys rolls around going the opposite way in a jacked up Tacoma with one gay a$$ bumper on the front. Some tough guy right there. It sort of pissed me off, especially since he did it through his tint and in that piece of sh!t he called a truck.

[2010_5thgen]

Trashy... Don't worry about him

[tyler1bo]

I just thought it was funny that the moron flipping me off for driving a lifted hummer was cruising around in a Japanese V6 pushin lifted sh!tbox. Haha. Must be the REAL offroader.

[Bimmer9938]

Haters....

[tyler1bo]

Is that not ridiculous? Like what did we do to you? Just because your car sucks don't hate on mine.

[2010_5thgen]

I get a lot of nasty looks since the lift. I was at the BMV the other day and read a guys lips as he walked past my truck. He said " What the fu@k. Why would you do that" lol. It was kinda funny.

[Bimmer9938]

http://youtu.be/VyjnFyjfp7I

[OrangeCrush]

So I'm pretty sure I got flipped off today..couldn't tell for sure but I could have sworn I saw the hand gesture through this douche bags heavily tinted windows. I had all my windows down just minding my own business and this guys rolls around going the opposite way in a jacked up Tacoma with one gay a$$ bumper on the front. Some tough guy right there. It sort of pissed me off, especially since he did it through his tint and in that piece of sh!t he called a truck.


A few years ago when I moved into this house, I was driving to work. As I passed this Mustang, the woman flipped me off. I thought at first she must have me mistaken for someone else. (like there?s so many white lifted H2?s)

On the second day, she drives past me at roughly the same point and flips me off again. WTF?

The third day the same thing... now I?m getting pissed. She just don?t know me.

On the fourth day, I saw her coming, hit the gas and JERKED into her lane.

Dude, I?m telling you, that fukkin? mustang spun sideways and landed on somebody?s lawn.

I never did see her again. Fukkin ****. She won?t be the first person I?ve run off the road and I promise she won?t be the last.

Mark

[2010_5thgen]

Lol that's awesome! I've run a few arrogant people off the road too. Cut alot of a$$holes off too. That's the last time they'll mess with you. Lol

[OrangeCrush]

Lol that's awesome! I've run a few arrogant people off the road too. Cut alot of a$$holes off too. That's the last time they'll mess with you. Lol


Man, they just don?t know me... I ran a brand new Honda Accord into the woods and got called into the police dept when I lived up at the lake because a guy wouldn?t get over out of the left lane so I drove him into the woods.

I pushed a guy with my truck when he wouldn?t get out of the left lane.

I don?t mess with people, I respect the fact that they want to go under the speed limit or don?t drive the way I do but fuk with me, I won?t think twice about pushing you into the Goddammm ditch.

Asswipes....

[2010_5thgen]

Lol. I love it! We must be related.

[tyler1bo]

http://youtu.be/VyjnFyjfp7I

What a freakin tool..and this is why you're a sh!tty comedian. This is the best material he could come up with.

[tyler1bo]

Man, they just don?t know me... I ran a brand new Honda Accord into the woods and got called into the police dept when I lived up at the lake because a guy wouldn?t get over out of the left lane so I drove him into the woods.

I pushed a guy with my truck when he wouldn?t get out of the left lane.

I don?t mess with people, I respect the fact that they want to go under the speed limit or don?t drive the way I do but fuk with me, I won?t think twice about pushing you into the Goddammm ditch.

Asswipes....

hahaha..that made me laugh :giggling: And people don't even know yours is a diesel. But they wouldn't do it to a 2500HD..what's the difference? Just because they saw you driving an H2 automatically makes you an a$$hole? Maybe their prius battery will explode, no one even knows how to put one of them out if it does catch fire. Talk about lethal..

[OrangeCrush]

hahaha..that made me laugh :giggling: And people don't even know yours is a diesel. But they wouldn't do it to a 2500HD..what's the difference? Just because they saw you driving an H2 automatically makes you an a$$hole? Maybe their prius battery will explode, no one even knows how to put one of them out if it does catch fire. Talk about lethal..


Here?s another problem, there are 3 jeeps in my family and the best one gets 14 mpg on the highway. How the hell is that any better than an H2? Forgetting mine is a diesel, does a couple of miles to the gallon make it that much better??

And as far as those ******* environmental Prius bitches, wait until they spend 7K for new batteries or 3K for ?reconditioned? batteries. Let?s see who hurts the environment more.

Mark