2008 Twisted Customs "Stash Wagon"

wngrog · 07-01-2008, 12:22 PM

I picked up my station wagon this weekend from Twisted Customs. As always, these guys do fantastic work. I will do a full writup on Twisted Customs and the trail ride this week and post it up. For now, here are the specs on my new ride

2007 Silverado 6.0, slightly tweaked 385 hp
Reverse Manual Valve Body TH350 with UltraBell and Lokar shifter
Atlas II shorty 3.8 32/32 1350 front and 1410 rear
Twisted Customs Driveshafts
Mega9 Rear with 40 spline Moser Gun-Drilled axles and a Spool, 5.40 gears
Hi9 Detroit, 35sp BRANIK 50 degree Alloy USA axles, CTMS, Spidertrax Flanges
14" Fox Coilovers
Radflo 3" airbumps
Robbie Gordon Wheels with 39" Krawlers
Corbeau Seats with a 36" rear bench
Branik 7075 2" links with 1.25" QA1 on the bottom
Branik 7075 1.75" links with 3/4" QA1 heims front top
Branik 7075 1.5" links with 3/4" QA1 heims rear top
Branik 7075 1.5" Tie Rod
106" Wheelbase
83" Wide
21" belly
Weight est 3300# (1880 front/1420 rear)

xjemily · 07-01-2008, 12:24 PM

wow simply beautiful buggy,so do you have 2 buggys now?

wngrog · 07-01-2008, 12:24 PM

Interior is simple. Just like I like it.

Tydes · 07-01-2008, 12:25 PM

Dude that thing is Pimpin

wngrog · 07-01-2008, 12:27 PM

No, I sold my Bash Buggy that Randy Slawson built. It was awesome, but I needed room to take my kids and I wanted the smallest 4 seater out there. Twisted Customs makes a tight rig. I am 5'8" and I can fit in the rear, but there is not much headroom. I asked them to design it for kids though. I am not interested in hauling adults back there unless it is an emergency.

wngrog · 07-01-2008, 12:31 PM

The roof rack is just a fun deal. I got some UBER cool lights from Bruce at www.roundeyes.com. I played with them last night and I swear, they are the brightest non-led lights I have ever seen. The rack and the light bar are held on with 7 bolts and can be removed in about 5 minutes with hand tools. I would guess it all weighs about 30# total.

Bones · 07-01-2008, 12:37 PM

Very impressive Nolen.

IV WHLN · 07-01-2008, 12:41 PM

Awsome rig. I've always liked the TC product.

Team Kirby offroad · 07-01-2008, 12:41 PM

I relly like the colors and the hole buggy is super nice

UGET IT · 07-01-2008, 12:51 PM

Nice as always!

Looks like a KOH rig!

Pook · 07-01-2008, 01:00 PM

The rig looks good

The rear air bumps hit the links? I assume the are intended for jumps and whoops, but how do they work with articulation? Do they miss the links? I have though about doing them that way before but thought it would side load the air bump.

I've been wondering lately if a 4 seat rig like this one would still be able to be competitive in the pro mod class. I can't afford two rigs and if I jumped up out of Ftoy I'd still need a rig that had room for the kids.

wngrog · 07-01-2008, 01:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pook

The rig looks good

The rear air bumps hit the links? I assume the are intended for jumps and whoops, but how do they work with articulation? Do they miss the links? I have though about doing them that way before but thought it would side load the air bump.

I've been wondering lately if a 4 seat rig like this one would still be able to be competitive in the pro mod class. I can't afford two rigs and if I jumped up out of Ftoy I'd still need a rig that had room for the kids.

Nope, they are there for whoops and jumps. They dont even get close on articulation...they miss the pad completely so there is no side load. I will get you a pic. The fronts hit work during articulation, but we only have 100 psi in them so there is little input.

As for being competetive, this model is 6'' wider and 4'' longer than a mod stock TC buggy. I wheeled it on one of the hardest trails in the Black Hills this weekend and it laughed.

beyer05 · 07-01-2008, 01:16 PM

With a 21" belly, what is the roof height (to the aluminum, not the rack/lights)?

silveradoreb · 07-01-2008, 01:25 PM

Looks badass Nolen..What kind of steering wheel is that?...I have been looking for one with 3 bolt holes that isnt dished out alot like some.

wngrog · 07-01-2008, 01:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by silveradoreb

Looks badass Nolen..What kind of steering wheel is that?...I have been looking for one with 3 bolt holes that isnt dished out alot like some.

Top Kart.....go cart wheel. It is really light and comfortable.

I will get a measurement on height. It fits easily into a 7' enclosed trailer...I am guessing 6' 8'' to the top of the lights.

Dirty Harry · 07-01-2008, 01:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wngrog

As for being competetive, this model is 6'' wider and 4'' longer than a mod stock TC buggy. I wheeled it on one of the hardest trails in the Black Hills this weekend and it laughed.

What trail did you guys do Nolen? Wish I was up there to join in on the festivities this weekend, sounds like you guys had a good time. The buggy turned out beautiful, my only complaint is that you didn't go with a red paintjob to commemorate Kate.

Dustin · 07-01-2008, 01:32 PM

Hey Nolen,

The new rig looks really nice. I'd like to do a four seater like that in the future as well, but the current rig will have to stay.

I have a set of lights from Bruce as well and they really are very bright. I'm going to look into running a set of his LED rock lights on the new buggy.

Lets get some pics of that wheeling trip.

Dustin

vanguard_anon · 07-01-2008, 01:35 PM

It looks great Nolen. Congrats on getting back on the trail.

BamaSahara · 07-01-2008, 01:52 PM

Congrats Midget, nice rig!

Myanarchy · 07-01-2008, 01:56 PM

slightly bigger than the rhino, looks great

blw1997 · 07-01-2008, 01:57 PM

lemme know when you are bringing it to Clayton, wanna see it in action.

Mike Knorr · 07-01-2008, 02:11 PM

Should have gotten a chevy grill to go with that motor.

cisco · 07-01-2008, 02:13 PM

Wow! Extremely jealous! Looks even better than Carl's!

wngrog · 07-01-2008, 02:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mike Knorr

Should have gotten a chevy grill to go with that motor.

Touche'

Nice memory

ROKN ZJ · 07-01-2008, 02:18 PM

Nolan, why didn't you go with red? Just curious...

07-01-2008, 12:22 PM	#1
wngrog Moderating Midget Join Date: Jun 2000 Member # 1154 Location: Canton, MS Posts: 19,096 Blog Entries: 2	2008 Twisted Customs "Stash Wagon" I picked up my station wagon this weekend from Twisted Customs. As always, these guys do fantastic work. I will do a full writup on Twisted Customs and the trail ride this week and post it up. For now, here are the specs on my new ride 2007 Silverado 6.0, slightly tweaked 385 hp Reverse Manual Valve Body TH350 with UltraBell and Lokar shifter Atlas II shorty 3.8 32/32 1350 front and 1410 rear Twisted Customs Driveshafts Mega9 Rear with 40 spline Moser Gun-Drilled axles and a Spool, 5.40 gears Hi9 Detroit, 35sp BRANIK 50 degree Alloy USA axles, CTMS, Spidertrax Flanges 14" Fox Coilovers Radflo 3" airbumps Robbie Gordon Wheels with 39" Krawlers Corbeau Seats with a 36" rear bench Branik 7075 2" links with 1.25" QA1 on the bottom Branik 7075 1.75" links with 3/4" QA1 heims front top Branik 7075 1.5" links with 3/4" QA1 heims rear top Branik 7075 1.5" Tie Rod 106" Wheelbase 83" Wide 21" belly Weight est 3300# (1880 front/1420 rear) __________________ Nolen Grogan CottonLand Cruisers www.rockmidgetphotography.com blacksheep4x4.com USAF Veteran 1988-1998 GOD Bless America Last edited by wngrog; 07-03-2008 at 11:04 AM.

07-01-2008, 12:24 PM	#3
wngrog Moderating Midget Join Date: Jun 2000 Member # 1154 Location: Canton, MS Posts: 19,096 Blog Entries: 2	Interior is simple. Just like I like it. Attached Images __________________ Nolen Grogan CottonLand Cruisers www.rockmidgetphotography.com blacksheep4x4.com USAF Veteran 1988-1998 GOD Bless America

07-01-2008, 12:25 PM	#4
Tydes Rock God Join Date: Jan 2002 Member # 9255 Location: Bend, OR Posts: 1,705	Dude that thing is Pimpin __________________ www.4Lockedfilms.com

07-01-2008, 12:27 PM	#5
wngrog Moderating Midget Join Date: Jun 2000 Member # 1154 Location: Canton, MS Posts: 19,096 Blog Entries: 2	No, I sold my Bash Buggy that Randy Slawson built. It was awesome, but I needed room to take my kids and I wanted the smallest 4 seater out there. Twisted Customs makes a tight rig. I am 5'8" and I can fit in the rear, but there is not much headroom. I asked them to design it for kids though. I am not interested in hauling adults back there unless it is an emergency. Attached Images __________________ Nolen Grogan CottonLand Cruisers www.rockmidgetphotography.com blacksheep4x4.com USAF Veteran 1988-1998 GOD Bless America

07-01-2008, 12:31 PM	#6
wngrog Moderating Midget Join Date: Jun 2000 Member # 1154 Location: Canton, MS Posts: 19,096 Blog Entries: 2	The roof rack is just a fun deal. I got some UBER cool lights from Bruce at www.roundeyes.com. I played with them last night and I swear, they are the brightest non-led lights I have ever seen. The rack and the light bar are held on with 7 bolts and can be removed in about 5 minutes with hand tools. I would guess it all weighs about 30# total. Attached Images __________________ Nolen Grogan CottonLand Cruisers www.rockmidgetphotography.com blacksheep4x4.com USAF Veteran 1988-1998 GOD Bless America

07-01-2008, 12:24 PM	#2
xjemily Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Member # 101942 Location: Between the Hedges..... Posts: 1,247	wow simply beautiful buggy,so do you have 2 buggys now?

07-01-2008, 12:37 PM	#7
Bones Registered User Join Date: Jan 2001 Member # 3007 Location: Cedar Rapids, Ia Posts: 8,417	Very impressive Nolen.

07-01-2008, 12:41 PM	#8
IV WHLN Granite Guru Join Date: Apr 2003 Member # 19005 Location: Roseville, Ca. Posts: 785	Awsome rig. I've always liked the TC product. __________________ Thanks to: Advanced Adapters Edelbrock Shocks Gen-Right Off Road ARB Air Lockers KMA Fabrication Rubicon Express

07-01-2008, 12:41 PM	#9
Team Kirby offroad Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Member # 99196 Posts: 480	I relly like the colors and the hole buggy is super nice __________________ SPECIAL THANKS TO MY SPONSORS FU2 , KIRBY OFF-ROAD , ALLENS FASTNERS , KING OFF-ROAD RACING SHOCKS,Trail Gear, Spider Trax KOH 2009 4TH PLACE see you next year:flipoff2:

07-01-2008, 12:51 PM	#10
UGET IT Pirate4x4 Addict! Join Date: Feb 2000 Member # 227 Location: Granite Bay, Ca Posts: 6,228	Nice as always! Looks like a KOH rig! __________________ JOIN THE ACCESS ARMY! Its time to Soldier Up to PROTECT ACCESS! http://www.delalbright.com/Access/army.html Special Thanks to PRP Suspension Seats, Trail Gear, CTM, Davez Offroad & Pirate4x4.com www.davezoffroadperformance.com

07-01-2008, 01:00 PM	#11
Pook #4477KOH's Hoser Join Date: Feb 2001 Member # 3370 Location: BC CANADA Posts: 5,498	The rig looks good The rear air bumps hit the links? I assume the are intended for jumps and whoops, but how do they work with articulation? Do they miss the links? I have though about doing them that way before but thought it would side load the air bump. I've been wondering lately if a 4 seat rig like this one would still be able to be competitive in the pro mod class. I can't afford two rigs and if I jumped up out of Ftoy I'd still need a rig that had room for the kids. __________________ Big Country Customs SNFAB Superior Axle and Gear Branik Motorsports Longfield Superaxles, Frances Andrew Site Furnishings Ltd, Nocturnal Designz Inc, BF Goodrich Tires Last edited by Pook; 07-01-2008 at 01:02 PM.

07-01-2008, 01:16 PM	#13
beyer05 Rock God Join Date: Mar 2004 Member # 27999 Location: Tulsa, Ok Posts: 1,260	With a 21" belly, what is the roof height (to the aluminum, not the rack/lights)? __________________ Coming soon - KORE Hustler Last edited by beyer05; 07-01-2008 at 01:16 PM.

07-01-2008, 01:25 PM	#14
silveradoreb Registered User Join Date: Oct 2004 Member # 37431 Location: Boone, NC Posts: 592	Looks badass Nolen..What kind of steering wheel is that?...I have been looking for one with 3 bolt holes that isnt dished out alot like some.

07-01-2008, 01:32 PM	#17
Dustin Rock God Join Date: Dec 2000 Member # 2395 Location: Sacramento Posts: 1,058	Hey Nolen, The new rig looks really nice. I'd like to do a four seater like that in the future as well, but the current rig will have to stay. I have a set of lights from Bruce as well and they really are very bright. I'm going to look into running a set of his LED rock lights on the new buggy. Lets get some pics of that wheeling trip. Dustin

07-01-2008, 01:35 PM	#18
vanguard_anon Rock God Join Date: Oct 2005 Member # 55997 Location: RTP, NC Posts: 1,698	It looks great Nolen. Congrats on getting back on the trail. __________________ '03 V6 5 speed taco && My Rock Walker My Places to go map

07-01-2008, 01:52 PM	#19
BamaSahara Hardline Crawler Join Date: Oct 2004 Member # 36746 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 1,992	Congrats Midget, nice rig! __________________ Matt O. 2009 KOH Racer Essentially Offroad, BFGoodrich, PSC, Bilstein, Grote Lighting, PRP Seats and Winchline.com

07-01-2008, 01:56 PM	#20
Myanarchy Zeus of the Sluice Join Date: Oct 2002 Member # 14059 Location: Memphrica Posts: 4,761	slightly bigger than the rhino, looks great __________________ "free 71PA_Highboy!"

07-01-2008, 01:57 PM	#21
blw1997 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Member # 28647 Location: Arlington, TX Posts: 100	lemme know when you are bringing it to Clayton, wanna see it in action. __________________ 89 YJ, SOA, 108", Sunray 609 front, Sunray 35 spline 9" rear, 42" TSL's on custom recentered H1's with PVC inserts, Beard seats, PSC steering box and superpump w/ cylinder assist.

07-01-2008, 02:11 PM	#22
Mike Knorr Registered User Join Date: Feb 2000 Member # 60 Location: Just west of Lame Posts: 800	Should have gotten a chevy grill to go with that motor. __________________ Twisted Customs Chassis-347/C-4/Dana 300/HP60's- Maxxis-Burnsville Off Road-Racefuel by Chem442

07-01-2008, 02:13 PM	#23
cisco Registered User Join Date: Nov 2004 Member # 37769 Location: arkansas Posts: 944	Wow! Extremely jealous! Looks even better than Carl's! __________________ Ours-97TJ Fullwidth 60's, 42" Iroks, and 105" wheelbase sometimes nothing can be a real cool hand!

07-01-2008, 02:18 PM	#25
ROKN ZJ Wanna mustache ride? Join Date: Aug 2001 Member # 6536 Location: Austin, Tx Posts: 1,420 Blog Entries: 1	Nolan, why didn't you go with red? Just curious... __________________ Frost Racing - twitter Starnes is dum youtube flickr twit

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