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Old 10-17-2011, 02:59 PM
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Originally Posted by aquickmopar
Just saying an ironman one is WAY BETTER than either of those two choices. I've heard ProComp's is pretty comparable to RC. That's why I said what I said. Take it how ever you want to. All I know if he gets a ironman Custom Made to how he wants it he will never have to buy another one. ITS THAT GOOD. Plane and simple.
I understand that but no rdplz was asking about the RC one and the ProComp one, not the Ironman one, or the Re one, or the any other trackbar that has been listed. I have had dealings with ironman andy and he is a great guy and makes great products but no rdplz has mentioned multiple times that he is only comparing two specific products RC and ProComp.
Im not trying to be a di** or anything Im just saying.
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Originally Posted by jmm0122
I understand that but no rdplz was asking about the RC one and the ProComp one, not the Ironman one, or the Re one, or the any other trackbar that has been listed. I have had dealings with ironman andy and he is a great guy and makes great products but no rdplz has mentioned multiple times that he is only comparing two specific products RC and ProComp.
Im not trying to be a di** or anything Im just saying.
I understand what your saying. I hear ya. And im not trying to be D*** either. But I was just giving my feelings toward the subject. I don't know if nordplz has every heard of or considered ironmans products. Just giving him some info on the subject. Just saying he might want to check him out before he makes his purchase. After all it can't hurt just to look of give andy a call. And if he decides that's not for him than that's fine. No sweat off my back he wont hurt my feelings none. Just giving him another option.
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Originally Posted by aquickmopar
I understand what your saying. I hear ya. And im not trying to be D*** either. But I was just giving my feelings toward the subject. I don't know if nordplz has every heard of or considered ironmans products. Just giving him some info on the subject. Just saying he might want to check him out before he makes his purchase. After all it can't hurt just to look of give andy a call. And if he decides that's not for him than that's fine. No sweat off my back he wont hurt my feelings none. Just giving him another option.

I have heard of and seen ironman's stuff in use and I will agree, it's amazing. But, like I said, I'm getting an incredible deal on the either the RC or ProComp (which ever I choose) and both are brand new, so the price can't be beat. My big thing was which of the two to get. If I had the money for Ironman Andy's, I'd definitely be going that route.
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im not convinced on that mount set up on the top. pics installed?
Just got home from work. Since you wanted pictures.


1.5" 12TPI. 9/16 Bolt Jonny joint at frame mont end.


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Here's my old RE Trac-Bar


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Here's the difference in the diameter of the bar

Ironman 5.5" around and SOLID Coled Rolled Steel.


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RE 4" around and DOM Tubing.


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Originally Posted by no rdplz
I have heard of and seen ironman's stuff in use and I will agree, it's amazing. But, like I said, I'm getting an incredible deal on the either the RC or ProComp (which ever I choose) and both are brand new, so the price can't be beat. My big thing was which of the two to get. If I had the money for Ironman Andy's, I'd definitely be going that route.
Understandable. Just trying to give you a little info. You said you can get a good deal on the other 2. How much are they going for?
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this would have been better off had you mentioned that you had an aftermarket double shear end instead of just saying you have a joint on the frame end. Some of these manufacturers put heims, JJs, whatever joint they want in single shear configuration on the stock bracket and thats just a big waste.
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Originally Posted by aquickmopar
Understandable. Just trying to give you a little info. You said you can get a good deal on the other 2. How much are they going for?
I can get the RC for $85 or the ProComp for $150 only cuz it's through a buddy. I've got to get a front end alignment and wheels balanced too so that's what making me have to go lower on price for the track bar. If the alignment and wheels were good I'd be getting ironman's.
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Originally Posted by no rdplz
I have heard of and seen ironman's stuff in use and I will agree, it's amazing. But, like I said, I'm getting an incredible deal on the either the RC or ProComp (which ever I choose) and both are brand new, so the price can't be beat. My big thing was which of the two to get. If I had the money for Ironman Andy's, I'd definitely be going that route.
Save $60 more and get an IRO or RK double shear.
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Originally Posted by no rdplz
I can get the RC for $85 or the ProComp for $150 only cuz it's through a buddy. I've got to get a front end alignment and wheels balanced too so that's what making me have to go lower on price for the track bar. If the alignment and wheels were good I'd be getting ironman's.
I got a double shear adjustable RE I'll sell ya for 100 Bucks.
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Originally Posted by aquickmopar
I got a double shear adjustable RE I'll sell ya for 100 Bucks.
Didn't you just tell him it was a POS?
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Originally Posted by mr white
Didn't you just tell him it was a POS?
No I said the RC was junk.

And the RE was better but I had to change because when I added more lift it wasn't long enough fully extended.
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Save $60 more and get an IRO or RK double shear.
You wanna try driving my jeep right now? DW and bump steer are killing me right now.My Jeep is my DD and bumper to bumper traffic with people being idiots and cutting me off constantly because I'm actually giving some braking room between myself and the person in front of me while trying to keep my Jeep going straight while the 12 o'clock wheel position sits at 2 o'clock and the wheel shakes so bad I don't need to go the gym right now - it's not a fun mix. I'm getting it fixed this weekend, so ordering a part and waiting for it isn't something I really want to do.

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I got a double shear adjustable RE I'll sell ya for 100 Bucks.
LOL, I'm good thanks! I've had some bad experience with some of their parts and am a little leery on their stuff. That, and you just went from 4" to 6" right? I'll be doing the same at some point and would rather not have to buy another track bar down the road.

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Originally Posted by no rdplz
LOL, I'm good thanks! I've had some bad experience with some of their parts and am a little leery on their stuff. That, and you just went from 4" to 6" right? I'll be doing the same at some point and would rather not have to buy another track bar down the road.


Lol, ya I figured you wouldn't, but hey it was worth a shot. I need to free up some extra space and get rid of some old parts and make a little extra cash.

Ya I went from a 3" lift to a 6.5" Lift. I think the RE Adjustable I have is good for like 3"-5.5" Lift. So it just barley came up short for my 6.5" Lift. Which im actually glad it did because I am so much happier with my ironman Trac-Bar.

But if you know anyone looking for one. I got one for sale. I'll sell it cheap. 75-100 bucks depends on how far I gotta drive to meet someone.
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Originally Posted by aquickmopar
Lol, ya I figured you wouldn't, but hey it was worth a shot. I need to free up some extra space and get rid of some old parts and make a little extra cash.

Ya I went from a 3" lift to a 6.5" Lift. I think the RE Adjustable I have is good for like 3"-5.5" Lift. So it just barley came up short for my 6.5" Lift. Which im actually glad it did because I am so much happier with my ironman Trac-Bar.

But if you know anyone looking for one. I got one for sale. I'll sell it cheap. 75-100 bucks depends on how far I gotta drive to meet someone.
Would you be willing to ship? Got a buddy in Rockwall, Texas looking for one. He's at 4.5" and doesn't plan on going bigger.
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Originally Posted by no rdplz
Would you be willing to ship? Got a buddy in Rockwall, Texas looking for one. He's at 4.5" and doesn't plan on going bigger.
Ya not a problem. If he's on CF have him shoot me a pm. I'll look into how much it would cost to ship to texas. And I'll give him a price.


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