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.
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.
Good lord man, you have some amazing skills. I manage a full production mechanical and paint/prep shop for a living and I know skill when I see it. Very Nice
Thanks, I think I am blushing though. I have 11 years painting and 6 years as a body tech. I am just 33. I have been scratching around on automobiles as long as I can remember. Some people just don't get it when I say I can do just about anything. But really Thanks makes me feel good when someone really notices. :thumbsup: I will be following your Build. I am planning a trip to wheel with you guys this Summer in Badlands.
Dude it's been awhile since I looked at this thread last and just spent the last hour or so reading over your thread and I must say it is turning out great. I'm glad to see you taking your time and making everything look like it's from the factory. Great job and keep up the good work.
Thanks, Looks like a mid summer run. I really don't want to break the D35. I will have to be easy for now.
I have my guy locating a set of JK rubi axles. He found me a D44 for now from a LJ. I just have to regear it and throw in a locker.
I can't wait to see some updated pics. If I ever make it back down to TN to wheel I'll have to drop you a line. I was at Windrock in August, and it was way to expensive for my blood.
Looks incredible man, cant wait to see it in person. Yours and seans rigs have made me want to do Rokmen highlines when I get rid of my poison spyders to do highlines
*****ing looking Jeep, since the hood came out that nice it would be cool to make a hood latch setup that is hidden, no more latches on the outside of the hood to spoil the nice lines, what do you think?
Would almost be a shame to take the beast out on a trail and scratch it all up.
I really wanted to put some kind of hood latch that mounts inside with a pull. But I have not found a good one to use. I will probably use a set of Hood pins like Sean uses.
*****ing looking Jeep, since the hood came out that nice it would be cool to make a hood latch setup that is hidden, no more latches on the outside of the hood to spoil the nice lines, what do you think?
Would almost be a shame to take the beast out on a trail and scratch it all up.
Yeah, Sean said those are realy nice. Gonna order a set in the morning I have to give Sean a little imput on the install of the DIY Hiline fenders.
For anyone thinking of ordering the Rokmen Hiline fenders. They install easy if you can weld or know someone that will do it for you. They come with a killer battery tray, new hold down and shelf for a locker pump or what ever. They are really great you will have to see in person to really see what I am talking about. They go together so easy I believe I could put a set together in a few hours. Primed and painted.
Ahh, No more duct tape on the front of the hood. I had me a long talk with Sean today about spider trax axles today. I also ordered a set of those sexy hood pins. Rokmen - Hood Pins
Yeah, my computer was smoking last night when I was searching the parts. I think my debit card already melted in my pocket, Just with the thought of it.
Thanks,
Yep the latest pictures I have posted are with 2.5 springs in the front and 2" BB/stock in the rear. I did put the 2.5 in the rear Monday raised the rear about 1/4 inch.
Dude I love it I was so stoked when I had to jump on the tire to get back in after taking pictures. Man It has some flex and no binding. Well maybe a little limit in the rear due to the track bar.
I will be there if I have to drive my Jeep all the way there by myself. I am really depending on a tow rig though.
Your jeep looks great, and your body work is top notch! You definitely inspired me to go with some rokmen tubes when I start building my jeep this summer. Also, about how much did you cut off of the antirock's links when you did it? I have one in the garage, and I have been waiting to put it on until I did somethin about those links.
Yeah you will love the Rokmen Hilines. So easy, so nice.
About an Inch off each end if you run the 2.5 springs.
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