Well 2007 slipped by and we were able to take the Trooper on its maiden wheelin trip. All said and done it did well, however ground clearance proved its biggest weakness.
I have also met and made plans with Matt at 4xIndependant to ditch the factory side steps and fabricate some sliders with integrated steps for the wife and little people in the family The wife has agreed to a mild (3-4") lift and a set of 33's when the current set of tires wear out.

Anyone that is interested in hitting the dirt let me know!!

"If you think you hate it now, just wait till you drive it!"

Mike M.
Richmond, Va
2002 Trooper, stock for now...
2002 Taurus Wagon "The Family Truckster"