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Old 02-04-2009, 02:06 PM   #1
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I just drooled on myself . . .

Screw a Toyota Tacoma or Ford or Chevy pick-up truck. I'd take one of these in a heart beat.

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Ridiculous amounts of ground clearance and flex (the tire shown lifted in the air is about 44" off the ground.)
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You won't find those wheels...they are a Special Forces HMMWV wheel (so they're already "for portals"). There were only four available outside of the military, which is why there's no spare in the bed...yet. And as they say, "if you have to ask the price, you can't afford them"...but you might be able to trade in your entire Jeep to get a set....












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Old 02-04-2009, 02:16 PM   #2
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Dude, you have issues. Seriously. Seek help before it's too late.

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Old 02-04-2009, 02:17 PM   #3
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I look forward to the write up
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Old 02-04-2009, 02:28 PM   #4
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Holy massive articulation, Batman!
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Old 02-04-2009, 04:01 PM   #6
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wonder how much money and time we are looking at right there???
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