View Full Version : ARB Bumper and accessories for the H3
Scott Brady
05-29-2008, 02:12 AM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Seattle, May 28/ ARB 4x4 Accessories/ Due to the ever growing popularity and recent release in Australia, ARB 4x4 Accessories is proud to announce the release of the newest accessory in the Hummer H3 ARB product line up, the ARB Deluxe Winch Bumper.
Considering ARB’s twenty-year history manufacturing both original and after market accessories for vehicles around the world, you can be sure to expect a customized mounting system and sleek yet, functional winch compatible bumper system specifically engineered to enhance the look and operation of
your H3. Constructed from premium sheet steel with a tapered wing design, this bumper has been crafted for optimum strength and improved approach angles. ARB’s unique airbag compatible mounting system ensures both occupant and vehicle safety. A hard wearing powder coat finish completes the look of this stylish new bumper.
As with all ARB Bull Bar Bumpers, the utmost attention to detail has resulted in a variety of built-in features including recessed indicators, optional recessed fog lamps, Warn Winch compatibility, Hi-Lift jacking
points, driving light provisions, twin CB antenna mounting positions and the option to reuse the factory tow shackle recovery points.
ARB will release two bumpers, one to suit models with factory installed flares, and one that will accommodate models without the factory installed flares. With an estimated arrival date of late June for the first batch of bumpers to fit models with flares, ARB has opened the doors for pre orders. The current ETA for the bumper to fit models without flares is Summer 2008.
In addition to the Winch Bumpers, a rear bumper, roof rack, snorkel and Old Man Emu suspension system are currently being developed.
Hummer H3
ARB Deluxe Combination Winch Bumper
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ARB Hummer H3 Deluxe Bumper Features
- Mounts reinforce and strengthen chassis
- Suits IPF 800 and 900 Series driving lights
- Combination turn signals/running lights in wings
- Five fold upswept and tapered wings
- Large diameter 60mm tube complements the vehicle and offers maximum strength
- Durable black powder coat finish
- Cover panel for non winch applications
- Compact front overhang for excellent front approach angles
Part Number
Description
Retail
3468010
Hummer H3 Deluxe Winch Bumper W/Factory Flares
$1,116.85
3468020
Hummer H3 Deluxe Winch Bumper W/O Factory Flares
TBD
6821201
Optional Fog Lamp Kit to Suit Both H3 Winch Bumpers
$84.84
RD84
Rear Hummer H3 8.5” Ring Gear 10 Bolt Air Locking Differential
$984.94
TBD
Front Hummer H3 Air Locking Differential
TBD
About ARB
ARB Corporation Limited is Australia’s largest and industry leading manufacturer and distributor of quality, 4WD vehicle accessories, with distribution in more than 100 countries worldwide. The
company manufactures and stocks the world’s most respected and sought after brands including ARB Air Locker locking differentials and bumpers; Old Man Emu (OME) customized suspension systems, IPF high performance lightning, and Safari snorkel systems. ARB’s Seattle office is the North, South & Central American
headquarters and importer of ARB 4x4 Accessories.
Media Inquiries
For more information about ARB or to obtain production quality images please contact:
Steven Bisig, Marketing Assistant, ARB 4x4 Accessories 720 SW 34th Street, Renton, WA 98057
Tel: (425) 264-1391 | Fax: (425) 264-1392
May not be my favorite vehicle, but thats one sharp looking H3 and bumper!
MoGas
05-29-2008, 06:30 AM
Great, now there will be more of them that think they can go off road.....
MuddyMudskipper
05-29-2008, 06:37 AM
Great, now there will be more of them that think they can go off road.....
They can. Not my favorite truck in the world, but I have witnessed it.
I like how they integrated the factory "Jate Rings".
Scott Brady
05-29-2008, 07:35 AM
Great, now there will be more of them that think they can go off road.....
You should drive an H3 on the trail... It surprised me, especially with the Adventure package ;)
olympiccop2002
05-29-2008, 07:52 AM
I like it! That looks really good. Now if they drop the diesel in there like everyone hopes they will... :victory:
Bjorn
MoGas
05-29-2008, 03:22 PM
You should drive an H3 on the trail... It surprised me, especially with the Adventure package ;)
I drove H1s in the service....Those impressed me. In 15 years, if there are as many H3s still out there,with 200k+, holding the value of a Land Cruiser, I may change my mind.
I understand that in your business, you can't give bad press. I am by no means bashing the ARB products. They no doubt will be the strongest links on a vehicle of marginal build quality.
teotwaki
05-29-2008, 03:51 PM
Great, now there will be more of them that think they can go off road.....
Yeah, what IS this H3 driver thinking???? He has a lot of nerve... (apologies to Chash3)
http://img142.imageshack.us/img142/7545/h3zb9.jpg (http://imageshack.us)
You think that he would have the good sense to drive some old Land Cruiser and then go around bashing others' choice of vehicles while engaging in a blatant thread hijack.... what better way to represent a Cruiser Club?
Nawww, why would anybody want to be so mean spirited on the Expedition Portal?? :ylsmoke:
Scott Brady
05-29-2008, 04:21 PM
I understand that in your business, you can't give bad press.
I give plenty of bad press... Have you seen my rants on H2s, made in China tents, etc.?
The H3 is not a bad choice for a trail and exploration SUV. They even have a pretty good quality record. Certainly, they are not an 80 series, but I would gladly take one over a 200 series....
BigAl
05-29-2008, 05:27 PM
About 6-7 years ago, my buddy took a picture of a rig tearing through a mudhole. The ARB bumper/sticker was prominently displayed amidst splashing muddy water, it looked like a magazine ad. He sent the photo to ARB and told them to feel free to use it. They declined but sent him a free T-Shirt. I've liked them ever since.:beer:
MoGas
05-29-2008, 05:28 PM
Nawww, why would anybody want to be so mean spirited on the Expedition Portal?? :ylsmoke:
Oh, excuuuuuuuuusssssssseeeeeee me! I was just offering my opinion. I am not being mean spirited.
I personally hold the Hummer knock offs (H2/H3) with the same feelings that I view the FJC and other vehicles that I will not own. I won't have another newer Rover product either. That's my opinion.
If I am not allowed to have an opinion, please let me know. I understand that expeditionswest is the owner of a magazine and (I think) this site, but I kiss no one's rear end. I will express my opinion until I draw my dying breath.
I think it is a ballsy move for GM to launch the H3 in Australia. They (the Aussies) will put it through the wringer, no doubt. Time will tell. There is a reason that Toyota doesn't sell the FJC in OZ, and I believe that they (Toyota) know that it can't hold up to the constant bush use.
MoGas
05-29-2008, 05:36 PM
About 6-7 years ago, my buddy took a picture of a rig tearing through a mudhole. The ARB bumper/sticker was prominently displayed amidst splashing muddy water, it looked like a magazine ad. He sent the photo to ARB and told them to feel free to use it. They declined but sent him a free T-Shirt. I've liked them ever since.:beer:
If I am reading this correctly, we are on the same page, in as much as I do appreciate that ARB does show their products in use, but not in a way that looks to be abusive to the environment.
The ARB photograph that shows the H3 almost climbing almost looks like a scale model to me. I'm sure it isn't, it just has that "look" to it.
Dave
BigAl
05-29-2008, 05:45 PM
If I am reading this correctly, we are on the same page, in as much as I do appreciate that ARB does show their products in use, but not in a way that looks to be abusive to the environment.
My post had no intentional envrionmental connotations, I was simply pointing out that ARB is responsive to their customers:ylsmoke:
Paul R
05-29-2008, 05:45 PM
I think it is a great thing! I have only owned toyotas for off-road but I am glad to see that they (ARB) are offering product for all kinds of vehicles. I think that the H3 is a huge improvement over the H2 and I would be more than happy to see one set up on the trail.
24HOURSOFNEVADA
05-29-2008, 05:50 PM
Having had the benefit of being around some race prepped H3's and prerunner H3's I can say they are a very capable vehicles. All they really need is a nice set of Fox's and they would surprise most people on this and any other forum.
If you haven't flogged one like a step child, or been a passenger in one while it's being put through the paces it's quite an eye opening experience.
I think its great ARB did this. Add an Adventure package and some nice shocks and your on your way.
Check out Samco Fabrication for some H3 love.
24HOURSOFNEVADA
05-29-2008, 05:51 PM
The ARB photograph that shows the H3 almost climbing almost looks like a scale model to me. I'm sure it isn't, it just has that "look" to it.
Dave
It does look like an r/c car or model. That was one of the first things I thought when I saw the pictures as well.
MoGas
05-29-2008, 05:54 PM
It does look like an r/c car or model. That was one of the first things I thought when I saw the pictures as well.
I'm not a photographer, but maybe it was over enhanced or something. I've also seen pics of scale models that you would swear are real cars.
FlyNdrive
05-29-2008, 06:03 PM
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There is a reason that Toyota doesn't sell the FJC in OZ, and I believe that they (Toyota) know that it can't hold up to the constant bush use.
Actually to the contrary. I'm on Prado Point and one of the OZ's Matt (LiveFreeAndRoam) came up for our Spring Mudfling event this weekend at George Washington National Forest with the Toyota Trail Teams. He was thoroughly impressed with the bashing and abuse we were able to give it. and commented on how most OZ vehicles were unable to take the abuse we dealt out.
There are many OZ's who are trying to get FJ's down there and 3 have been successful. I'm in the process of sending one down there for a mates brother who builds up rigs for "following tours". There are several threads on Prado Point and LCOOL for those wishing they had one. The FJ Cruiser's suspension, electronics, & running gear is identical to the LC Prado 120 (one for the better selling off-road vehicles in OZ.)
I am sending my personal vehicle down there for a month long get together with a bunch of off-roaders. I will post an expedition thread as soon as I am able to hash out some specifics.
-Ben
Some quotes from PP & LCOOL
Their is a write up in this months 4x4 mag about the FJ cruiser coming to OZ, nothing official however senior toyota execs think they need this vehicle to appeal to the younger market.
Bring it on i reckon!!!
Sounds good to me. I will have one !!
bring it on? lemme me ring my brother and tell him to cancel his pootrol ST-L order.
IF TOYOTA READ THIS SITE AND THEY BRING OUT THE FJ TO OZ CAN WE PLEASE HAVE THE OPTIONAL LOCKER!!
Sorry for yelling. :oops:
Your truck is toooo aussie Ben.....
Better send it over here, I will look after it for you till you become an aussie yaself mate !!!
we would of got one for Julie instead of the Adventra, were they available here.
There are some kick *** look FJ's in that thread.
I wish they were brought out here.
The ultimate future retro 4WD.
Yep, I want one ... :D
Yep me too....this would be nice parked in the driveway! :lol:
....its only a slightly modified Prado after all.....
More drool producing pics.... I can't stand it 8) 8)
teotwaki
05-29-2008, 06:21 PM
I'm not a photographer, but maybe it was over enhanced or something. I've also seen pics of scale models that you would swear are real cars.
It was at Gold Mountain in Big Bear California.
Scott Brady
05-29-2008, 06:32 PM
Great, now there will be more of them that think they can go off road.....
Your comments started with this statement... You can certainly have any opinion you would like of Hummer products, but they DO perform well on the trail. The H2 is the (by far) least appealing of the bunch to me, but the H1 and H3 both are quite capable out of the box. I am not saying you can't have an opinion, but why not include so real facts and reasons why you hate the H3. To say that they cannot go off-road is patently silly, and you know that, so tell us specific reasons why you don't like them, especially when compared with current 4wd offerings.
There is no "thinking" about it, the H1 and H3 can and do perform better than most on the trail and certainly equivalent to anything Toyota is currently bringing to the US.
Again, you are welcome to make any statements you want within the confines of our forum rules (which is simply about respect), but you should also expect that others will call you out on (seemingly) baseless or misleading comments...
The BN Guy
05-29-2008, 06:36 PM
Wow that really dresses up the front of that thing pretty nicely!
Scott Brady
05-29-2008, 06:38 PM
The image on the right does look "toy like", as it was taken with a long focal length lens and shot at a very open aperture, which compresses the depth of field and makes the scale seem off.
Kind of like this image:
http://www.earthroamer.com/galleries/xv-jpinaction/img_82471020710033_std.jpg
teotwaki
05-29-2008, 06:39 PM
Oh, excuuuuuuuuusssssssseeeeeee me! I was just offering my opinion. I am not being mean spirited.
I personally hold the Hummer knock offs (H2/H3) with the same feelings that I view the FJC and other vehicles that I will not own. I won't have another newer Rover product either. That's my opinion.
If I am not allowed to have an opinion, please let me know. I understand that expeditionswest is the owner of a magazine and (I think) this site, but I kiss no one's rear end. I will express my opinion until I draw my dying breath.
I think it is a ballsy move for GM to launch the H3 in Australia. They (the Aussies) will put it through the wringer, no doubt. Time will tell. There is a reason that Toyota doesn't sell the FJC in OZ, and I believe that they (Toyota) know that it can't hold up to the constant bush use.
The 120 series frame, drivetrain and engines are shared by the Prado, 4-Runner, Lexus GX470 and the FJC. The Aussies love their Prados and they do see heavy bush use.
http://www.lcool.org/technical/120_series/edmund_morries/Water-on-Googs-track.jpg
But why muck up car bashing with facts?
I sure love the way it looks on My H3.......
mcm4090
05-30-2008, 12:15 AM
WOW! Look where this topic went....
If they made a singal cab HT3 I would get, but I'm open to all makes.
24HOURSOFNEVADA
05-31-2008, 06:36 PM
The image on the right does look "toy like", as it was taken with a long focal length lens and shot at a very open aperture, which compresses the depth of field and makes the scale seem off.
Kind of like this image:
http://www.earthroamer.com/galleries/xv-jpinaction/img_82471020710033_std.jpg
Very cool Scott. Thanks for the quick photo lesson.
24HOURSOFNEVADA
05-31-2008, 06:38 PM
I sure love the way it looks on My H3.......
You should like the way it looks. It looks great. Have you considered started a build thread to let more people see how capable these things can be? Or some trip reports?
24HOURSOFNEVADA
05-31-2008, 06:43 PM
I new I had a picture of an H3 at Rubicon Springs. This was driven by some ladies as a media event by GM.
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d127/ruffian05/n462384a.jpg
Guinness44
05-31-2008, 07:09 PM
Take an H2, or an H3 (adventure) out of the showroom and run any trail in Moab. I have seen total beginners in a H2 going up Hells Gate, never spun a tire. Certainly the H1 dominates, by having amazing clearance, no lowhanging diffs, geared hubs, and dieseltorque. Driving, there is a H1 line, and a everything else line....(low diffs line). Whatever one chooses to drive, we got to stick together for our right of our hobby, and not get so stuck on a brand.
FlyNdrive
05-31-2008, 09:03 PM
I sure love the way it looks on My H3.......
You seem to be my GM counterpart. I have almost the same setup for my FJ Cruiser (ARB bull bar, ARB roof rack, Simpson II tent, and 7 ft. Awning). It just needs a snorkel.
I have to admit your rig looks awesome. I originally set out to purchase an H-3 and ended up with the FJ Cruiser for reasons I won't post (no arguing folks). Your rig is what could of been.
Welcome to ExPo and please post some off road adventures. I would like to see what the H-3 can do. If on the east coast let me know and you can come to one of the Bruiser events.
-Ben
-Ben
boblynch
05-31-2008, 09:39 PM
I've heard plenty of complaints from actual owners of other GM products about the lack of quality, durability, and resale value of their vehicles. These complaints are supported by years of bad review and survey results. The Hummer brand also has a majority owner group that never venture off road and their collective lifestyles contribute to the brand’s stereo type. Finally GM has grown into a very bloated, outdated, and mismanaged company (as shown by their plummeting market share and multiple restructuring attempts).
The above statements are my opinion based on a surplus of available facts. However, it's also my opinion that generalized bashing of a vehicle, in this case the poor H3, based on these GM stigmas is unfair.
Is it a capable out of the box SUV? Yes, it's proven itself in multiple well respected tests. Does it have specific flaws that could be improved upon for overland use? Yes, it could use far better visibility, a small diesel engine, and better interior storage efficiency. Is it likely to always be plagued by the stereo types of its manufacturer and owner base, sadly also a big yes. However, if a great shop like ARB is spending time and money to bring products to market, maybe the H3's future is improving.
Bob
Flounder
05-31-2008, 09:48 PM
My wife and i rented an H3 a year ago at an airport. On the way back to the return station in the parking garage, I had to open the door to get the parking stub out of the automated gate. The darn windows were like gun slits and I couldn't get my arm and my enlarged noggin out the window. Kinda funny. This coming from a guy driving a 4 wheeled greenhouse (Discovery). :)
Guinness44
06-01-2008, 12:02 AM
Fact: any brand has flaws, dont get me started on the Ram thats falling apart right now, and the hours being on hold on their what? customer service line, "oh we dont have a factory rep for your area" kind of answers.
: any other 4x4, SUV, spends just as much if not more pavementpounding hours compared per unit on the roads.
: Hummer at least requests, their dealer have HummerHappenings, some of those are offhighway. The local one takes their customer (remember its a customer, not some offhighwaydriver) thrugh some pretty tough obstacles. This is done with lots of carefull spoting, and advising how to shift into the right gears, lockers etc. The whole dealership works that day. Its great to see the huge smiley faces of those owners at the end of the day.
: Bored? Inmature website like, FUH2, or another: hummerdinger, sponsored by the Sierra club. Lots of silly press basically is trashing the image, noone has to buy that truck, to owners who know its like it sais, Like Nothing Else.
teotwaki
06-01-2008, 03:12 AM
I sure love the way it looks on My H3.......
Looks great!!
nugget
06-02-2008, 04:25 AM
Interesting read this thread. I am from Oz, have owned Nissan Patrol's, a Land Rover, a Toyota and various dual cabs over the years, all of which saw plenty of outback service including towing a camper trailer across the Simpson Desert 20 years ago. Now I have a H3 and am pretty damned impressed I must say.
If your Prado is the same as our Prado, I personally wouldn't take it close to the bush let alone into it, and the Cruisers were good until they went to IFS which had a habit of cracking the top mount when you really didn't need it to...ie in a remote area. I have a mate with an 80 series with a 3" lift and I am forever pulling him out of what the H3 walked through. Is my H3 standard....well not really but the I have really only enhance the base vehicle which is an Adventure.
Toyota in Oz have, in my opinion, lost the plot. They have sold too many cars too easily for too many years and are arrogant, over priced and over rated. Did I put too much suger coating on that????
I was going to buy the new 5 door 79 series 5 door wagon but with the order placed in July 07 for delivery in December..which became late December, January, February, maybe March.......jeez, fair crack of the whip, I wanted to enjoy it before I died of old age!
As it turned out they did me a great favour as the H3 is very, very capable and the build quality, despite what has been said here is very good on the South African built ones being bought into Oz.
Maybe some of the Toyota drivers need to take their Nippon glasses off and have a bit more of look at what has gone past them! The H3 is AUD$20,000 cheaper than a 200 series. You can add a lot of mumbo for 20k!:bike_rider:
nugget
06-02-2008, 05:49 AM
Sorry, I was a bit caught in the anti Hummer stuff which surprised me a bit.
I have the highest respect for ARB gear. I have used it on all of my vehicles over the years and will be fitting one of their bullbars to the H3. I just wish they already had a front locker for it as well!
kcowyo
06-02-2008, 07:28 AM
Toyota in Oz have, in my opinion, lost the plot. They have sold too many cars too easily for too many years and are arrogant, over priced and over rated. Did I put too much suger coating on that????
.....the H3 is very, very capable and the build quality, despite what has been said here is very good on the South African built ones being bought into Oz.
The H3 is AUD$20,000 cheaper than a 200 series. You can add a lot of mumbo for 20k!:bike_rider:
I like your style.
Welcome to the Portal nugget - :beer:
nugget
06-02-2008, 10:19 PM
I like your style.
Welcome to the Portal nugget - :beer:
Thanks kcowyo, nice to be here. I like the look of the Portal and the adventerous spirit..not sure about AC's for tents though as I have seen in a thread! The closest we come to that in Oz is the breeze you get from sqatting the flies away.
:jump:
MoGas
06-02-2008, 11:49 PM
.......... and the build quality, despite what has been said here is very good on the South African built ones being bought into Oz.
OK I will admit, the SA ones are probably far better built than our domestic ones.
At least the General is smart enough to do that.
You should like the way it looks. It looks great. Have you considered started a build thread to let more people see how capable these things can be? Or some trip reports?
I hope to have some time to do this soon. We are in the process of planning a trip in the very near future, and I will definitely have a report after that.
You seem to be my GM counterpart. I have almost the same setup for my FJ Cruiser (ARB bull bar, ARB roof rack, Simpson II tent, and 7 ft. Awning). It just needs a snorkel.
I have to admit your rig looks awesome. I originally set out to purchase an H-3 and ended up with the FJ Cruiser for reasons I won't post (no arguing folks). Your rig is what could of been.
Welcome to ExPo and please post some off road adventures. I would like to see what the H-3 can do. If on the east coast let me know and you can come to one of the Bruiser events.
-Ben
-Ben
Thanks for the nice comments. Unfortunately for meeting up I am in the Northwest. I am anxious to see what they come up with for the snorkel. I am pretty happy with how it is looking, and hope it performs well when I get it out on a trip soon. I will definitely post when that happens.
My choice was between the Fj and H3 also, they both have strong points. I love the look of the Fj with all the ARB accessories on it.
FlyNdrive
06-05-2008, 11:51 PM
There is a yellow H-3 running around Baltimore with a snorkel. I was wondering how he got it.
I will post pics next time I have the tent on.
Here is a teaser shot
-Ben
.................................................. ............................................ :tent:
http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x173/FlyNdrive/IMG_1384.jpg
nugget
06-09-2008, 04:19 AM
I don't think people how well the H3 goes. I have had a lot of 4WD's over the years and most of them decked out with ARB gear. The H3 is my favourite so far..sure, it is highly modified, but then again so are all of the other vehicles doing similar things.
http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll242/hma03/hmaozweekend1a.jpg
http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll242/hma03/hmaozweekend2.jpg
http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll242/hma03/hmastump1.jpg
Fireman78
06-10-2008, 03:44 AM
I think this is where all this started, actually...
mcm4090
06-11-2008, 12:11 AM
I don't think people how well the H3 goes. I have had a lot of 4WD's over the years and most of them decked out with ARB gear. The H3 is my favourite so far..sure, it is highly modified, but then again so are all of the other vehicles doing similar things.
http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll242/hma03/hmaozweekend1a.jpg
http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll242/hma03/hmaozweekend2.jpg
http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll242/hma03/hmastump1.jpg
:bowdown:
I give plenty of bad press... Have you seen my rants on H2s, made in China tents, etc.?
The H3 is not a bad choice for a trail and exploration SUV. They even have a pretty good quality record. Certainly, they are not an 80 series, but I would gladly take one over a 200 series....
4 to 1 case and a rear locker.
c&d did a comparison test a couple years back and griped about the lack of power. i think thats a car perspective. 200hp can clear mud from 33's. thats all you need.
i think if GM would have spent a couple bucks cleaning up the stuff that hangs down underneath, it would have been a great rig, and not so much a marketing pretender based on styling.
Take an H2, or an H3 (adventure) out of the showroom and run any trail in Moab. I have seen total beginners in a H2 going up Hells Gate, never spun a tire. Certainly the H1 dominates, by having amazing clearance, no lowhanging diffs, geared hubs, and dieseltorque. Driving, there is a H1 line, and a everything else line....(low diffs line). Whatever one chooses to drive, we got to stick together for our right of our hobby, and not get so stuck on a brand.
lets not get carried away. the h1 line in PA is the highway, unless of course, youre packing a chainsaw.
nugget
06-16-2008, 08:43 PM
Oh they just don't make them like they used to..nothing will ever compare to the old Tojo's unless you are an old Landy owner and then you would turn your nose up at an old Tojo. And them thar new fand dangle things..all electronics and gadgets, jeez I remember back in 45 when I broke both axles and had to push the darn thing 100 miles to find a tree so I could cut some logs to help roll it the other 100 mile back home. Damn, weren't those the days.
I have owned a few trucks over the years and it seems to me that people always expect my truck to do what they want to do!
Some guys want to climb big rocks, some only want to climb little rocks and some don't give 2 hoots about climbing any rocks. No one is right or wrong , as long as thier truck does what THEY want it to do.
I am confident that my truck will take me safe to remote, desert country where I would not take an IFS 100 series Toyota in a blue fit,and whats more, it will get me back. And on the week ends when I go 4WD'ing it has already taken me to where Jeep Wranglers...heavily modified also, got to and way passed where my mates 100 series landcruiser goes.
The H3 is not perfect, but for some of us, maybe GM haven't got it quite as wrong as some people would have you believe.
Desertdude
06-17-2008, 01:46 PM
Discussing = Good
Brand bashing = Delete
You guys know the Expo Portal Guidelines :bigbossHL:
DBS311
06-17-2008, 03:44 PM
I'm assuming it was my post that was deleted? If you can show me where I was "brand bashing", go for it. Not once did I make a remark about the Hummer itself or the GM brand. I was making fun of all the Hummer OWNERS that live in my immediate area (neighbor included) that chrome every part including rear leaf springs. When Scott mentioned that ARB is coming out with products for the H3, I immediately thought of my neighbor putting on the snorkel and having it chrome plated.
Whatever man. I'm sure this post will end up getting deleted as well. Back to Mud.
kcowyo
06-17-2008, 03:55 PM
PM, band-aids and salve sent - :cow:
nugget
06-17-2008, 08:49 PM
Well mine reply was deleted and I think it was even less offensive than yours. I was merely trying to point out that there are "bling" owners within every brand and even had a pic of a blinged fj cruiser to illustrate the point..not sure how brand bashing that was as I did not denigrate any brand at all...and I have been restricted from posting new threads..is that indefinite or am i in the naughty corner for a period of time????
Bit over zealous me thinks!
Guinness44
06-17-2008, 10:05 PM
WOW:clapsmile .
X2. (so far my post is still in ZIMMs post.... go figure that).
Some posts are deleted.. interesting. This definitely has gotten off topic, that can happen. Thinking, this is an expedition forum, one compares brands, what was bashing? A little chrome, so what? One thing, LIKE NOTHING ELSE. For those who know, know.
kcowyo
06-17-2008, 10:32 PM
One of our hard-working moderators was just attempting to keep it on track gentlemen.
This thread was created to post a press release in the Expedition News folder. Replies debating the merits or lack thereof and the chromobility of the H3, aren't really necessary. There are other sub-forums for that kind of chat.
"We at ExpeditionPortal.com thank you for your understanding at this time. In the future, we'll expect it instead." ;)
....I have been restricted from posting new threads..is that indefinite or am i in the naughty corner for a period of time????
No naughty corner here.... I'm not sure what has happened regarding your ability to post new threads. I'll buzz the IT geeks for you -
MoGas
06-18-2008, 12:15 AM
....... Replies debating the merits or lack thereof and the chromability of the H3, aren't really necessary. There are other sub-forums for that kind of chat........
..... I'll buzz the IT geeks for you -
Whilst you are summoning the powers of the IT department, You may want to have them check your spell checker........:safari-rig:
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