 |
|
07-16-2011, 07:10 PM
|
 |
Hummer Veteran
|
|
Join Date: May 2010
Location: eastern New Mexico
Posts: 131
|
|
Right Equipment?
Finally going to get the H2 lifted and upgrade some of the hardware underneath. After researching the forums and other information, I have decided on getting the Rancho lift and shocks, Cognito tie rod and pitman and idler arm support kit. Of course some Rockstar and tires. Any other items that I should look into or suggestions? Anyone know some good installation places in West Texas or East New Mexico? I would do it myself, but don't have the time right now or resources. Thanks
__________________
2003 Hummer H2
|
07-16-2011, 07:54 PM
|
 |
Hummer Professional
|
|
Join Date: Nov 2009
Location: Windermere, FL
Posts: 297
|
|
Re: Right Equipment?
Look into upgraded tie rods other than Cognito. I have Cognito, but I understand Kryptonite, Rare Parts, and some others might be stronger. Also might want to check your hubs at this time.
__________________
White 2005 SUT, Lifted 7.5" via Fabtech/custom work, Fabtech Dirt Logic 2.25 shocks, 40x15.5x22 Toyo's, black 22" Fuel wheels, 4.88 gears, Dynatech long tube headers, Magnaflow exhaust, Air-raid intake, Superchips programmer, Edlebrock panhard bar, Cognito UCA's, Kryptonite tie rods, Cognito pitman/idlar arm gussets, Hotchkis swaybars and trailing arms, Amp Research steps, E&G fender flares, PIAA SMR's, smoked roof lights (bulbs removed), black suede headliner, 13" JL's under seat
|
07-16-2011, 09:39 PM
|
|
Hummer Veteran
|
|
Join Date: May 2010
Location: eastern New Mexico
Posts: 131
|
|
Re: Right Equipment?
Good call. I meant Kryptonite, I just had Cognito on my mind from everything I've read. I'm approaching that 100k mile mark, so I'm going to everything inspected as well. There is something broken or on the verge I'm sure. And I'll finally be swapping out the air bags for springs.
__________________
2003 Hummer H2
|
07-21-2011, 05:02 PM
|
 |
Hummer Authority
|
|
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: Gaithersburg, MD
Posts: 1,762
|
|
Re: Right Equipment?
My Kryptonites arrived yesterday; they really make my Cognitos look like junk. These tie rods are hard core!
__________________
CNTRY
DTOM
|
07-21-2011, 06:14 PM
|
|
Hummer Professional
|
|
Join Date: Nov 2009
Location: Windermere, FL
Posts: 297
|
|
Re: Right Equipment?
How long did it take to get the Kryptonite's? I've had my Congito's on for a few years now, and they might be worn...at least that's what I'll tell myself when I'm ordering the Kryptonite's.
__________________
White 2005 SUT, Lifted 7.5" via Fabtech/custom work, Fabtech Dirt Logic 2.25 shocks, 40x15.5x22 Toyo's, black 22" Fuel wheels, 4.88 gears, Dynatech long tube headers, Magnaflow exhaust, Air-raid intake, Superchips programmer, Edlebrock panhard bar, Cognito UCA's, Kryptonite tie rods, Cognito pitman/idlar arm gussets, Hotchkis swaybars and trailing arms, Amp Research steps, E&G fender flares, PIAA SMR's, smoked roof lights (bulbs removed), black suede headliner, 13" JL's under seat
|
07-21-2011, 06:28 PM
|
|
Hummer Authority
|
|
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: Gaithersburg, MD
Posts: 1,762
|
|
Re: Right Equipment?
7 days. My Cognitos are shot...30,000 miles and a lot of wiggle. The dealer couldn't even do an alignment.
__________________
CNTRY
DTOM
|
07-21-2011, 06:56 PM
|
|
Hummer Professional
|
|
Join Date: Nov 2009
Location: Windermere, FL
Posts: 297
|
|
Re: Right Equipment?
Is there anything special involved in changing from Cognito's to Kryptonite's? Can you notice a difference in driving?
__________________
White 2005 SUT, Lifted 7.5" via Fabtech/custom work, Fabtech Dirt Logic 2.25 shocks, 40x15.5x22 Toyo's, black 22" Fuel wheels, 4.88 gears, Dynatech long tube headers, Magnaflow exhaust, Air-raid intake, Superchips programmer, Edlebrock panhard bar, Cognito UCA's, Kryptonite tie rods, Cognito pitman/idlar arm gussets, Hotchkis swaybars and trailing arms, Amp Research steps, E&G fender flares, PIAA SMR's, smoked roof lights (bulbs removed), black suede headliner, 13" JL's under seat
|
07-21-2011, 07:00 PM
|
|
Hummer Authority
|
|
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: Gaithersburg, MD
Posts: 1,762
|
|
Re: Right Equipment?
I'm getting them installed tomorrow. I'll report back...since my Cogs are wearing badly I'm expecting it to be a bit more firm. We'll see...
__________________
CNTRY
DTOM
|
07-24-2011, 05:04 AM
|
|
Hummer Authority
|
|
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: Gaithersburg, MD
Posts: 1,762
|
|
Re: Right Equipment?
Quote:
|
Originally Posted by charles06
Is there anything special involved in changing from Cognito's to Kryptonite's? Can you notice a difference in driving?
|
They bolt right up to stock equipment. The steering is phenomenally better; prolly because my Cognitos had worn and the steering had gone sloppy. The steering is firm and tight, no more creaks and groans when I turn the wheel.
Now I just need to get them as dirty as the rest of the parts.
__________________
CNTRY
DTOM
|
07-25-2011, 02:22 PM
|
|
Hummer Professional
|
|
Join Date: Nov 2009
Location: Windermere, FL
Posts: 297
|
|
Re: Right Equipment?
Thank you for the info. Did you get an alignment after install?
__________________
White 2005 SUT, Lifted 7.5" via Fabtech/custom work, Fabtech Dirt Logic 2.25 shocks, 40x15.5x22 Toyo's, black 22" Fuel wheels, 4.88 gears, Dynatech long tube headers, Magnaflow exhaust, Air-raid intake, Superchips programmer, Edlebrock panhard bar, Cognito UCA's, Kryptonite tie rods, Cognito pitman/idlar arm gussets, Hotchkis swaybars and trailing arms, Amp Research steps, E&G fender flares, PIAA SMR's, smoked roof lights (bulbs removed), black suede headliner, 13" JL's under seat
|
07-25-2011, 02:23 PM
|
|
Hummer Authority
|
|
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: Gaithersburg, MD
Posts: 1,762
|
|
Re: Right Equipment?
Yes sir!
__________________
CNTRY
DTOM
|
| Thread Tools |
Search this Thread |
|
|
|
| Display Modes |
 Linear Mode
|
Posting Rules
|
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
HTML code is Off
|
|
|
All times are GMT +1. The time now is 09:23 PM.
|
