25/04/2026 8:55 pm
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So I finally put my deposit down for the R3X and I'm already planning some weekend trips out near Bend once it ships. I've been digging through some early threads and I'm seeing a lot of back and forth about underbody protection. Some guys say the factory shielding is plenty for light rally stuff but others are swearing by heavy duty skid plates from third parties. I'm worried about the weight though because I have a two hour highway drive just to get to the trails and don't want to kill my range. Also saw some talk about wheel spacers for a wider stance but wouldn't that mess with the suspension tuning?
What kind of performance or utility accessories are you guys actually planning to get once yours arrives?
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25/04/2026 10:00 pm
Quick tip. Reliability should come first when you're headed out to Bend.
- Skip the spacers. They kind of just stress the hub assemblies and mess with the factory tuning.
- Get WeatherTech MudFlaps No-Drill DigitalFit to keep gravel from chewing up your paint.
- Pick up a Boulder Tools Heavy Duty Tire Repair Kit 56 Pieces. Getting a flat in the high desert really sucks without a backup plan.
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25/04/2026 8:55 pm
Honestly, just grab some MAXTRAX MKII Recovery Boards Signature Orange and skip those heavy plates! They are super light, wont kill your range, and work amazing for Bend. Love them!
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25/04/2026 9:30 pm
> Honestly, just grab some MAXTRAX MKII Recovery Boards Building on the earlier suggestion, those boards are life savers tho in my experience you really want a way to air back up after the Bend trails. Over the years ive seen folks stranded with hot tires cuz they didnt want to wait for slow built in systems. Im definitely getting the ARB Twin Air Compressor 12V High Performance. It wont kill your range like heavy steel plates.
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25/04/2026 9:40 pm
Seconded!