"Mayo" > wrote in message ...

>> I don't know what 'fender flare or lift kits' are.
>
> These:
>
> http://www.autoaccessoriesgarage.com.../3105_1_lg.jpg
>
> http://www.carid.com/images/readylif...ms/49-2005.jpg

Okay but they are not something I have or have seen.


> Basically looks are subjective, but indeed there is a demographic that
> likes to own a sporting weapon with a military look to it.
>
> For example, a bone stock Ruger Mini 14 ranch rifle:
>
> http://www.keepshooting.com/media/ca...i-14-rifle.jpg
>
> And a customized one:
>
> http://sniperready.com/96-381-thickb...nd-package.jpg
>
> I would actually prefer the latter for utility - the pistol grip aids in
> control, the adjustable stock lends comfort to varying shooters, and the
> scope speaks for itself.
>
> Yet is does have a military feel about it regardless.
>
> I really make it the same as those who customize their 4X4 vehicles to
> look like competition trucks, then rarely use them for said purpose.
>
> http://media-cache-ec0.pinimg.com/73...a4399b5459.jpg
>
> You can do a lot of things in a truck with a lift kit other than standard
> driving.
>
> What many of these folks miss is that a very long wheelbase vehicle is
> rarely as useful in true off road applications as one of shorter
> dimensions and less overhang:
>
> http://offex.pl/images/detailed/3/Cl...298cec2752.jpg
>
> In almost all instances a modified Jeep will handily outperform a large
> truck, but either one can be owned by a poseur looking for attention as
> opposed to performance.
>
> Perhaps you have similar scenarios amongst Landy owners?
>
> There are those who are fine with a standard Range Rover, and others who
> have to have a Defender?
>
> http://www.landrover.com/Images/GWS_...70x385.jpg?v=3
>
> http://www.landrover.com/Images/L316...70x385.jpg?v=2

Fair enough, it is just that 'going over the top' with such things, isn't my
way. Whatever floats your boat as they say!

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