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re: Jeep Owners what'cha got
Posted on 6/25/12 at 8:12 pm to SATNIGHTS
Posted on 6/25/12 at 8:12 pm to SATNIGHTS
I assume them being jacked up is going to shorten the life of the motor, transmission, and rear end. Do these things regularly get 200K+ from the engines if not abused to hell?
I intend on crawling under whatever Jeep I purchase to check for rust and gashes from off roading. My main concern is reliability to start. I intend on it being my DD. Should i stay with stock for that purpose? I think a stock TJ would get me to most places I would go. A 2~4 inch lift with maybe 31 inch tires would be plenty for me. Would that effect the driveline much if kept within reason?
I intend on crawling under whatever Jeep I purchase to check for rust and gashes from off roading. My main concern is reliability to start. I intend on it being my DD. Should i stay with stock for that purpose? I think a stock TJ would get me to most places I would go. A 2~4 inch lift with maybe 31 inch tires would be plenty for me. Would that effect the driveline much if kept within reason?
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Posted on 6/25/12 at 8:14 pm to King
I do think I am going to keep away from the 4 bangers. I dont trust an engine long term if you have to keep your damn foot in it to go.
Posted on 6/25/12 at 8:27 pm to Crawdaddy
Bookmarked to re-read later, but for now my Jeep...
2006 tan TJ. Hard top with the doors off right now. Relocated sideview mirror brackets. 2.5" Skyjacker lift. 33" BFGoodrich MudTerrain tires on stock rims. Custom bumper (with a bent bar due to stupidity). KC Hilites on my windshield frame.
2006 tan TJ. Hard top with the doors off right now. Relocated sideview mirror brackets. 2.5" Skyjacker lift. 33" BFGoodrich MudTerrain tires on stock rims. Custom bumper (with a bent bar due to stupidity). KC Hilites on my windshield frame.
This post was edited on 6/25/12 at 8:28 pm
Posted on 6/25/12 at 8:53 pm to TulaneUVA
this was taken a couple of years ago.
99 Wrangler 4.0L 5 spd
budget boost on it i believe
Just put on Mickey Thompson rims with Cooper Discoverer STTs.
switched out the spice top for black.. bought black seat covers to go over the tan seats. i like the two tone look of it.
Posted on 6/25/12 at 9:23 pm to King
Depends..... If the driver took care of it or not really. I am not a mechanical wiz by any means but I am sure the extra weight of bigger tires puts extra strain on the tranny more than the engine. Make sure you get a tj with at least a Dana 44.
If its going to be a daily driver then make sure to regear your axles.
With all of that said my TJ was low mileage but long armed, 35" tires, etc, etc and it was not the engine or tranny that broke. It was all of the little things that cannot stand up to the trail stuff wearing out over time.
If its going to be a daily driver then make sure to regear your axles.
With all of that said my TJ was low mileage but long armed, 35" tires, etc, etc and it was not the engine or tranny that broke. It was all of the little things that cannot stand up to the trail stuff wearing out over time.
Posted on 6/25/12 at 10:23 pm to Crawdaddy
Here's my '08 Grand Cherokee WK
3" lift
Jeep Rubicon Rims with 33" BFG Mud-Terrains
3" lift
Jeep Rubicon Rims with 33" BFG Mud-Terrains
Posted on 6/25/12 at 10:25 pm to MrSmith
That's a sharp ride Mr. smith.
Posted on 6/25/12 at 10:26 pm to El Josey Wales
Thanks 
Posted on 6/25/12 at 10:29 pm to SATNIGHTS
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Posted on 6/25/12 at 10:34 pm to King
Always start with the ground level. Find out what axles are under the jeep and what it is geared with. Axle mods are by far the most expensive mods. Especially if you can't regear at swap axles yourself. Try to find a TJ with a Dana 44 on the back and a Dana 30 up front. Those will be geared to 3.72 and can easily power up to a 33 inch tire with no engine mods.
Also, avoid body lifts like the plague. Suspension lift or nothing.
Also, avoid body lifts like the plague. Suspension lift or nothing.
Posted on 6/25/12 at 10:35 pm to ClarkGriswold
I have seen muddes with them for tire spin. It is uncommon to see them here in crawling country. Too much power. You are much better off gearing down.
Posted on 6/25/12 at 10:42 pm to redstick13
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This post was edited on 3/27/21 at 8:59 am
Posted on 6/25/12 at 11:58 pm to redstick13
Red finances may not let me be picky about axles. 6 cylinders and AC are my top priorities. 5 speed and axles are second. Mileage and looks factor in some too. I figure the most ill wind up with after selling and paying off my truck is $6500. That will be getting top dollar. Im really wanting to swing $1000 or so on a beater truck as backup as well. Hell I may wind up with a 4 banger YJ with an automatic but im getting a damn jeep
Posted on 6/26/12 at 6:23 am to Crawdaddy
'81 CJ8 rebuild with my '84 CJ7(sold) in the background
List of mods for scrambler:
New leaf hangers to accommodate YJ 2.5" leafs
Spring over
Chevy350/700/Dana with beefier output shafts and SYE
Shaved C&C GM 14 bolt with discs rear
Shortened D44 front with flat top knuckles
High steer
Lokar shifter
Hot dipped frame with outboarded spring hangers on front
Stainless brake lines
Bulletproof steering gear bracket (a must have)
That's about it for now. I've got a long way go...
List of mods for scrambler:
New leaf hangers to accommodate YJ 2.5" leafs
Spring over
Chevy350/700/Dana with beefier output shafts and SYE
Shaved C&C GM 14 bolt with discs rear
Shortened D44 front with flat top knuckles
High steer
Lokar shifter
Hot dipped frame with outboarded spring hangers on front
Stainless brake lines
Bulletproof steering gear bracket (a must have)
That's about it for now. I've got a long way go...
This post was edited on 6/26/12 at 6:43 am
Posted on 6/26/12 at 6:26 am to King
Posted on 6/26/12 at 6:34 am to King
I'm dropping my Jeep off this morning to have my new tires mounted. I will try and get some pics up later.
Posted on 6/26/12 at 7:50 am to redstick13
my cousin from west monroe was picked for the "Search and Restore" show where they took his stock jeep and redid it. here is a pick.
Posted on 6/26/12 at 7:56 am to Crawdaddy
'11 Mango Tango JKU. 2.5" teraflex suspension lift with 9550a shocks. 33" BFG Mud Terrains on 17" procomp rims. KC 250w long range lights. Numerous interior upgrades including hand -woven 550 paracord grab handles and MOPAR tire track slush mats. License plate says TOWMATR.(jeep is orange)
Posted on 6/26/12 at 7:56 am to dandug001
Now that is a sweet rig. I will be there on my next set of mods. I'll need to take my Jeep off the highway and get another daily driver for that stage.
Posted on 6/26/12 at 7:57 am to CaptainsWafer
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I think I stirred a hornet's nest on the OT.
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