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#1 · (Edited)
Here is a better update to this build. There is a ton of pages of banter in this build so I figured a condensed version will help newcomers to the forum.

http://www.jeepforum.com/forum/f22/flop-project-cliff-notes-edition-1272067/

I started with a piece of junk I purchased off Craigslist.




After the complete paint job and 33s



I wanted a solid DD built to drive to and from the trail. I put the Jeep on 33s, then quickly sold them to go to 35s, Just days after I finished the build all but the rear D44 and the HP30. I was hit by a careless driver and flopped the Jeep on its side. Then there was a new plan to build a Jeep on 37s with a 104" WB. The rest in history dumped somewhere in the next 400+ pages.

Then the DD almost done:


The Flop that help fun phase 2 of the build:




Taken today: 11/7/2010



 
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#175 ·
More pictures added of Progress. I have the hood just roughed in right now. I will get time to finsh tomarrow. Maybe get some primer on it. I did get a little paint booth time today to paint the Sliders. I stayed after work to install them.









Here are some more pictures of the hood modification.












 
#178 ·
I finally think I picked the rear corner opening I will have. The blue tape is what will be removed from the factory quarter and the Aluminum corner armor. Next week will be the finished product. I will be painting the corner armor, the hood and the fenders Monday or Tueday night.

 
#179 ·
You should have taped it the other way around so that you don't mess up the edge and paint.

Get that trimmed :2thumbsup:
 
#182 ·
Awesome Build up. I'm curious, what did you do with the T-case linkage after installing the UCF skid? Did you simply adjust it, or do you have an AA adapter bracket to take the mount off the body?

Thanks :thumbsup:
I am really happy with my ucf skids. I installed a MML and BL with the UHCS from UCF. I did not do anything to the transfer case linkage. I was afraid I would have to. But there was no reason to. I did not even adjust any thing and mine works fine. Here is a picture or 2 of the transfer case after the TT Install. Thanks :2thumbsup:


 
#183 ·
Got more done on the hood tonight. I decided to fix some more dents before I paint later this week.

There is alot more pictures in my write up of Highlining a Hood back to factory edges for those of you that do not like door edge trim on your hood.







I am gonna address the inside tomarrow evening at work. I wil need to cut a piece for the front and smooth the seam along the sides.



 
#186 ·
Take the BB you have and but it 1". That will work well for leveling it.

If more weight is going in the front, I would wait personally. Find out what it will be like when the springs sag into position, and then put the spacer in.
 
#187 ·
The cut looks great. Good work man, very clean.
 
#191 ·
Thanks dude, You ever find a new Jeep?

looks good
Thanks :thumbsup:
John, that's a good cut on the rear. I had mine like that before I comp cut it.
In the above pics, what spring combo are you running?

Sean
The above pics were taken before I swaped the BB and 4cyl springs. No picts of the 2.5 in the front and BB in the rear w/stock.
I had to give the BB back to a friend, or I would be running the stockand BB in back with the 2.5 RC springs in the front. It looks real good that way.

Looking good. Can't wait to see the finished product.
Can't wait to see the finished Me either I can't stand it.
 
#192 ·
Can't wait to see the finished Me either I can't stand it.
Trust me I know the feeling...I went to 35"s, then Metalcloaks, then longarms in less than a month. I couldn't wait to get it out and see how it went. Now I still gotta do my bumpstops, but I'm so sick of working on it I've put them on the backburner.
 
#200 ·
Trust me I know the feeling...I went to 35"s, then Metalcloaks, then longarms in less than a month. I couldn't wait to get it out and see how it went. Now I still gotta do my bumpstops, but I'm so sick of working on it I've put them on the backburner.
Lol! Stack an axle swap, on that and you'll know how I feel! I've got a bunch if **** sitting on a shelf because I'm simply out of energy to put it on. It's sad. The pre deployment me would punch this me right in the junk if he could see me screwing around and not doing that. I remember being excited when I got grab handles. Life was so much more simple then.

Hendrix, you've done a hell of a job here man. Lovin it. I really dig the hood. Just keep your head up! It's only going to get worse. Once you are done and can wheel it though it's all worth it.
 
#194 ·
Looking good man. How do the new springs ride comparatively?

Also, nope. I am still looking.
 
#195 ·
These springs are great comparativly speaking. They front was so harsh with the BB I thought I was driving a lowrider toyota with the torsion bars cranked down. :rofl::rofl: Been there. :laugh: They are used. The JF member I traded bought them new December.

Keep looking man you will find a deal. I really got screwed when I bought this one. The condition was horrible and the deal was not that good. I was just wanting a Jeep real bad again. I don't even want to total the money spent so far. I have not even had it a year yet.
 
#196 ·
Still trying to find exactly what I want. My Jeep will have to serve as DD for a while before it gets a major makeover.
 
#198 ·
Okay, I guess I will do a little update on the Build.

Items left to do.
Install the rear springs.
Weld JKS mini skids to D30
Adjust all arms and set toe, etc. 94 WB is the target.
Repaint coil springs.
Repaint frame
Spray Hood,Hilines,corners and grille:D
Install Rokmen Corners
Install flip down tailgate hinges
Install winch line and D-rings
Spray Black bedliner in Tub and inner fenders (SEM)
Finsh Custom tramp stamp:thumbsup:

I did get the Hood done today. Primer on the Outside, welded in the cover plates in the front and welded the spot welds in the rear.








I have a Thread started with step by step process on how to do this to your Hood after the Hiline Fender install. :thumbsup:
 
#199 ·
That is awesome. I love it when people take the time to do things right, and bending the edges over is the right thing to do.
 
#207 ·
That looks great.

I would either paint the insides of the fenders black, or put some form of barrier there. Personally, I think the barrier is the best bet since it will protect the paint from chips.
 
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