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Joined: Dec 2004
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From: sw mich
try this...
http://motors.search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?sofocus=bs&sbrftog=1&dfsp=1&catref=C6&s amcm=6028&mppfqy=excursion+roadmaster&satitle=road master&sacat=6028%26catref%3DC6&fmmk=&fmmd=&fylo=& fyhi=&mppfqy=excursion+roadmaster&sadis=200&fpos=4 9014&sabfmts=1&saobfmts=insif&ftrt=1&ftrv=1&saprcl o=&saprchi=&seller=1&sass=uss01&fsop=1&fsoo=1
if that doesn't work, search "roadmaster mk2 xxf"
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http://motors.search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?sofocus=bs&sbrftog=1&dfsp=1&catref=C6&s amcm=6028&mppfqy=excursion+roadmaster&satitle=road master&sacat=6028%26catref%3DC6&fmmk=&fmmd=&fylo=& fyhi=&mppfqy=excursion+roadmaster&sadis=200&fpos=4 9014&sabfmts=1&saobfmts=insif&ftrt=1&ftrv=1&saprcl o=&saprchi=&seller=1&sass=uss01&fsop=1&fsoo=1
if that doesn't work, search "roadmaster mk2 xxf"
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Tuned
Joined: Jul 2002
Posts: 462
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From: Kansas City, Mo
I too have ordered a RAS system for the X. Those of you that have installed yourself, about how long to do the install? Mine should be delivered the 27th and am going camping the 28th but wondering if I will have to wait till I return for install. Thanks, John
P.S. Just wanted to say thanks to X_Hemi_Guy for the discount promo code!
P.S. Just wanted to say thanks to X_Hemi_Guy for the discount promo code!
Hotshot
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 12,237
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From: Florida
John,
I installed mine in about 2 hours. Would have actually been faster had I not had jack issues!
I installed mine the night BEFORE leaving on a ~2000 mile trip!
Since your Ex is a 2000...the hardest part may be breaking the U-Bolt nuts free...I had a long breaker bar and there was NO problems there.
Remember that the first part of the install you will need to jack by the axle to support that while you unbolt the U-Bolts and install the bracket under the U-Bolt plate.
Then you will need to put jack stands under the FRAME and let the axle HANG unsupported to properly pre-tension the RAS.
I also used loc-tite on the U-Bolt nuts when re-tightening...
It really was a very simple install...but it depends on how adventurous you are...as doing any work the night before really leaves no room for the unexpected!
Good luck and glad I could help on the code...although it looks like we all paid WAY more than X-Stangs link!...oh well...after experiencing the ride improvement...I know it was worth the price!
joe.
I installed mine in about 2 hours. Would have actually been faster had I not had jack issues!
I installed mine the night BEFORE leaving on a ~2000 mile trip!
Since your Ex is a 2000...the hardest part may be breaking the U-Bolt nuts free...I had a long breaker bar and there was NO problems there.
Remember that the first part of the install you will need to jack by the axle to support that while you unbolt the U-Bolts and install the bracket under the U-Bolt plate.
Then you will need to put jack stands under the FRAME and let the axle HANG unsupported to properly pre-tension the RAS.
I also used loc-tite on the U-Bolt nuts when re-tightening...
It really was a very simple install...but it depends on how adventurous you are...as doing any work the night before really leaves no room for the unexpected!
Good luck and glad I could help on the code...although it looks like we all paid WAY more than X-Stangs link!...oh well...after experiencing the ride improvement...I know it was worth the price!
joe.
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Joined: Dec 2004
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From: sw mich
Originally Posted by X_Hemi_Guy
HOLY COW $100 for the RAS you did GREAT!!! 
Mark Moore will be the first we know of that tries the RAS BEFORE the Hellwig...I have high hopes that the RAS will be a single item that improves much about the Ex!...we'll see.
Good luck with the RAS...it has done wonders for my towing characteristics on my Ex...THANKFULLY I have NO complaints and I roll down the road at 17,000#'s combined with the Ex and can tow 12+ hour days and NOT be mentally exhausted from the experience...a PLEASURE to tow with this setup...those that are fighting an ill handling Ex...need to try the RAS...especially at $100!!!
Please report back on your experiences...and if you have any questions on the install...I've posted photos of my install...
BTW...have you considered joining us in Gatlinburg in July for the Ex/SD rally?...
joe.
Mark Moore will be the first we know of that tries the RAS BEFORE the Hellwig...I have high hopes that the RAS will be a single item that improves much about the Ex!...we'll see.
Good luck with the RAS...it has done wonders for my towing characteristics on my Ex...THANKFULLY I have NO complaints and I roll down the road at 17,000#'s combined with the Ex and can tow 12+ hour days and NOT be mentally exhausted from the experience...a PLEASURE to tow with this setup...those that are fighting an ill handling Ex...need to try the RAS...especially at $100!!!
Please report back on your experiences...and if you have any questions on the install...I've posted photos of my install...
BTW...have you considered joining us in Gatlinburg in July for the Ex/SD rally?...
joe.
I get lots of great info and ideas here and will be happy to post my results. my chance to return the favor in some way.
the x rally does sound like fun, i really haven't given it much thought though. Gatlinburg might be a little far for us this year...hmmm
Posting Guru
Joined: Aug 2006
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From: High Point, NC
$100... What!!!!!
I paid $252... Look out JC Whitney, RAS is on it's way back! Well, maybe not. I could go head and install what I have, buy the ones from ebay, then when they arrive, ship them to JC Whitney and get my refund
- yep, that sounds like a plan to me!
Mine arrived today and hopefully I'll get them installed this weekend.
I paid $252... Look out JC Whitney, RAS is on it's way back! Well, maybe not. I could go head and install what I have, buy the ones from ebay, then when they arrive, ship them to JC Whitney and get my refund
- yep, that sounds like a plan to me! Mine arrived today and hopefully I'll get them installed this weekend.
More Turbo
Joined: Jun 2004
Posts: 634
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From: Southern Tier New York
I remember reading somewhere (I'm sure it was our RAS expert Joe's post) that there is an older model RAS and a newer improved version... I'm wondering if the one's on Ebay are the older model...
What do you think "RAS Joe"?
I'm ready to "buy it now" if Joes says go!
What do you think "RAS Joe"?
I'm ready to "buy it now" if Joes says go!
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Joined: Oct 2005
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From: Florida
RoadMaster did infact 'update' the hardware...but with talking with them...it isn't anything earth shattering...and certainly not worth $180 MORE for...
If I needed one today with all I now know...I'd buy the one off Ebay for $100!!!
FWIW...they updated the barrel bolt area to make initial pre-tensioning slightly easier on the user...you can still pre-tension is the important part...
Again...the update is from what I have heard from Roadmaster is simply a install feature improvement and NOT a performance improvement feature.
I had mentioned the different versions previously because there were sellers selling the older version for the SAME prices...and in those cases why NOT get the NEWER version...
in this case...well it's an easy decision!..."BUY NOW"!!!
joe.
If I needed one today with all I now know...I'd buy the one off Ebay for $100!!!
FWIW...they updated the barrel bolt area to make initial pre-tensioning slightly easier on the user...you can still pre-tension is the important part...
Again...the update is from what I have heard from Roadmaster is simply a install feature improvement and NOT a performance improvement feature.
I had mentioned the different versions previously because there were sellers selling the older version for the SAME prices...and in those cases why NOT get the NEWER version...
in this case...well it's an easy decision!..."BUY NOW"!!!
joe.
More Turbo
Joined: Jun 2004
Posts: 634
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From: Southern Tier New York
Originally Posted by X_Hemi_Guy
Well it's an easy decision!..."BUY NOW"!!!
Problem with the promo code... I type it in and it shows the discount applied... then when I type in my password for PP it says there has been a problem with the transaction and it won't go through. I tried to find a back door to PP and I was able to... but when I tried to update my purchase with the code, I'd hit pay and a message that the discount can't be used with PP? What gives?
05ex604x4, how did you apply the discount code?
Tuned
Joined: Jul 2002
Posts: 462
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From: Kansas City, Mo
I decided to return my RAS I ordered from JCWhitney when it arrives and bought one of the Ebay ones. I had a problem with the discount code on Ebay also, said it couldn't be used with my account. Still will save me $120 bucks even paying the return shipping to JCWhitney. John 
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just finished my install
I haven't posted much before but since I just finished installing my RAS that I bought off of ebay from a guy in CT. When he first put them on they were 99 dollars a buy it now. So I did and the next week they were 79, oh well it beats what the other outlets were charging. Mine was the same as what the RAS web site has on it , I believe it is the updated version with everything preassembled. Not to difficult to do, most difficult part was jacking up the truck and removing those big a-- wheels and tires and then putting them back on. Think safety when your doing it, these trucks are very heavy and make sure you have good jack stands and good solid surfaces. Take no risks. good luck
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From: High Point, NC
I got mine installed tonight - took about 3 hours and a couple of beers.
The biggest problem for me was working space... I had maybe about 3 inches to rotate the rachet when preloading the spring.
I took it for a short test drive and performed sime aggressive soloms (sp?) and could tell a difference. The rear tracked right long and felt firmer and not as 'loose/squishy'.
We have our first camping trip in a few weeks and that will be the real test.
The biggest problem for me was working space... I had maybe about 3 inches to rotate the rachet when preloading the spring.
I took it for a short test drive and performed sime aggressive soloms (sp?) and could tell a difference. The rear tracked right long and felt firmer and not as 'loose/squishy'.
We have our first camping trip in a few weeks and that will be the real test.
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Joined: Jun 2007
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Originally Posted by MarkMoore
I got mine installed tonight - took about 3 hours and a couple of beers.
The biggest problem for me was working space... I had maybe about 3 inches to rotate the rachet when preloading the spring.
I took it for a short test drive and performed sime aggressive soloms (sp?) and could tell a difference. The rear tracked right long and felt firmer and not as 'loose/squishy'.
We have our first camping trip in a few weeks and that will be the real test.
The biggest problem for me was working space... I had maybe about 3 inches to rotate the rachet when preloading the spring.
I took it for a short test drive and performed sime aggressive soloms (sp?) and could tell a difference. The rear tracked right long and felt firmer and not as 'loose/squishy'.
We have our first camping trip in a few weeks and that will be the real test.
Did you measure your rear height before and after? I am curious how much it raised your rear.
Rc