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Old 03-02-2014, 12:16 AM
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Well, got the lift parts out of the boxes and looked over everything. Then found out everybody was going wheeling tomorrow, so I guess the lift will have to wait for next weekend. Gah.

On the other hand, worked on my bumper a little.

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Take inventory of the parts. When I got a lift I had one week to make sure all parts were there. They weren't, but they sent me them. Then when I installed it I realized there were changes to the kit where I didn't need those parts even though they were on the parts list.
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Originally Posted by Big Pete
Had limo tint installed on doors and strip on windsheild
How well can you see backing up in the dark with minimal lights around? I just want to see behind me on my land at night, or to hook up a trailer, but would like some limo tint.
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Originally Posted by Brandon587
How well can you see backing up in the dark with minimal lights around? I just want to see behind me on my land at night, or to hook up a trailer, but would like some limo tint.
He might have a rear sliding glass. But I've got 5% on my mustang. Pain in the butt to back up at night.
Old 03-02-2014, 03:43 PM
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Originally Posted by Brandon587
How well can you see backing up in the dark with minimal lights around? I just want to see behind me on my land at night, or to hook up a trailer, but would like some limo tint.
I actually have a set of V-LEDS around my licenses plate which helps out tremendously. Without them... It's tough to seen.
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I don't even look out the back window to back up. That's what side view mirrors are for.
Old 03-02-2014, 07:36 PM
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Originally Posted by Just call me Sean
I don't even look out the back window to back up. That's what side view mirrors are for.
I did that once and backed into a light pull that wasn't visible in either side mirror.
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Originally Posted by Forge-World-FORD
I did that once and backed into a light pull that wasn't visible in either side mirror.
That's what the rear view mirror is for. :P
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I don't just jump in and start backing. Usually you were parked then have to back up, like a parking spot. So before you get in, look at what is behind you. With my trailer the rear window is useless anyways.
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Originally Posted by Just call me Sean
I don't just jump in and start backing. Usually you were parked then have to back up, like a parking spot. So before you get in, look at what is behind you. With my trailer the rear window is useless anyways.
great point!!


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