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Old Jan 7, 2013 | 06:20 PM
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Has anyone purchased a artech armor kit for their D30. I ain't got the money to purchase a pr44 so I'm stuck with my D30. So I need to strengthen it. Just curious if anyone got this and enjoys it or regrets it.
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Old Jan 7, 2013 | 07:33 PM
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I got it for my d44. It's awesome and looks strong as hell. So yourself a favor, find someone that can weld like a champ before buying it. It requires heating the pumpkin and welding the cast. It's do able, but a PITA.

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My bench fit of pieces. I'll post a done photo tomorrow.
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Old Jan 7, 2013 | 07:40 PM
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I put one on my d30 + they're C-gussets the fit was good. Follow the instructions and pre & post heat cast and go slow .
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Old Jan 7, 2013 | 07:47 PM
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Welder isn't the problem for me. Just wanna make sure it's worth it. Cuz I'm figuring that kit and a set of sleeves should let me wheel 35s just fine.
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Old Jan 7, 2013 | 07:53 PM
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Sleeves and truss are solid. Most people I've talked to would only do one. The key to it all is the C's.
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Old Jan 7, 2013 | 07:55 PM
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I was going to get the Evo c's and sleeves then I seen this and the price to right. So I'm thinking this and nitro sleeves will work great.
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Old Jan 7, 2013 | 07:56 PM
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Nitros will let you run 35spline shafts in the future. Evo sleeves will not work with 35s.
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Old Jan 7, 2013 | 07:59 PM
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That's another reason why I'm picking the nitros.
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Old Jan 7, 2013 | 08:34 PM
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Got it for my 44....didn't install yet.... Waiting for spring.... And a few other parts first.
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Old Jan 8, 2013 | 02:26 PM
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Originally Posted by Jersey_Devil
Got it for my 44....didn't install yet.... Waiting for spring.... And a few other parts first.
Also waiting till spring.
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