On my 2 inch B.B. and 32s it is a tinny performance drag from 55-70. You just learn where the O/D off button is. I still can tear around town and do ok up moderate inclines.
Smh. I need to use my locker buttons more than my O/D off button lol
Low COG overland-ish build
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On my 2 inch B.B. and 32s it is a tinny performance drag from 55-70. You just learn where the O/D off button is. I still can tear around town and do ok up moderate inclines.
Smh. I need to use my locker buttons more than my O/D off button lol
Planned (short term):
OMETJHKS (OME 2" Lift)
JKS 2001 (quick disconnects)
RM81020 (1” BL)
CE-9900 (Currie Antirock)
32x11.5xR15 KM2 Mud-Terrain
T/MTM5-5866 (15x8 wheel)
JKS OGS126 (Front trackbar)
JKS OGS151B (Rear trackbar)
1-2" Extended Bumpstop (any brand recommendations?)
BMB Pads and Rotors
Considering:
SYE (Brand recommendations?)
Planned (long term):
Winch
Headlight Upgrades
Regear 4.56
Roof-rack
Lighting for roof rack or in general providing more lighting around vehicle.
Trailer
Nice looking list. Tire size looks reasonable although they will stick out more. I know @bobthetj03 mentioned his 33x10.50, which I think is a great size on the TJ in regards to tucking under the flares and being reasonable in size and weight. I will admit to a bit of size envy looking at my 31x10.50 next to his and @lowranger 33's33's will inevitably need a gear swap, something that will add a good amount to your budget.
Looks like you have passed on the AR. The AR is pretty bitchin, I just could not justify the price for my use. The track bars may or may not be needed. My BDS 2" coils did push the front end over about 3/4". Not major but I will replace the TB in time with an adjustable. The rear is maybe 1/2" which I will fix with a bracket, if I do it at all. I run JKS disconnects, they work great, easy off and back on.
Headlights should be a priority; the stockers suck ass. Either LED or a H4 conversion will be a major improvement.
A SYE is a great mod but you will also need rear adjustable upper control arms, so it is a bit more involved than you may think.
The BMB brakes are reportedly the sh%t, so you should be good there.
Winch is an important mod, especially if in the back country alone. Along with the appropriate recovery gear.
Yeah maybe I'll go for the 33s, it'll probably be a last minute decision, I think the main thing stopping me is the added cost for the regear and everything else with the larger tires.
Agree about the AR, I figure if I start off-roading way more I can get it down the road.
Lights will probably annoy me sometime when I'm driving somewhere more remote at night and I'll just order some, they are for sure on my radar but the roads are pretty well lite where I've traveled so far so hasn't been huge.
Good point with the Winch and back country, the main reason its lower down is because it'll probably be awhile before I'm comfortable going back country alone. Haven't done much car off roading (had ATVs and dirt bikes growing up though) so I for sure have a lot to learn and will be going slow and steady at first or with groups
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I went with the DPG kit in 2005 on my 05 LJ and am really happy with it. I had an issue with the JKS track bar but MrBlaine has me convinced I may have been the issue by not having it torqued correctly (although to be honest the JKS mounting bolt does not marry up well with the frame side bracket and is difficult to torque, unless they have changed their design?). I also had an OME shock blow its seals 6 months after it was installed.... I now have Bilstein 5100 and so far they work well. I run 285 75 r16 which are about 32.8" according to BFG.
Cool, I gave Dirk a call and decided to place an order for the Ultimate kit with the steering stabilizer and brown dog mounts, It should be here in about two weeks, I figure I can get control arms and things on an as needed basis.
Now I just need to figure out how to get it installed.
I'll post on the regional thread but any mechanically inclined NorCal Jeepers willing to help with the install and have the tools/space needed? I'll throw a few hundred dollars and a case of beer. I'd rather do it myself (but I'm a complete beginner with no space or tools) than pay a shop so if something goes wrong while on a trail, I could fix it. Not to mention the per hour labor rates in the bay for this sort of thing are a bit silly.
Now I just need to figure out how to get it installed.
I'll post on the regional thread but any mechanically inclined NorCal Jeepers willing to help with the install and have the tools/space needed? I'll throw a few hundred dollars and a case of beer. I'd rather do it myself (but I'm a complete beginner with no space or tools) than pay a shop so if something goes wrong while on a trail, I could fix it. Not to mention the per hour labor rates in the bay for this sort of thing are a bit silly.
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The stock control arms will work at that height. You may need a front track bar to center up the front end, if the kit does not include one. The rear will probably be fine or you can do a bracket, again if the kit does not include one.
The kit he ordered comes with JKS front and rear TB's.
Biggest problem I have, other than being 3hrs. away for you is time. You'll want to dedicate a full day to get that all installed and the front end aligned. The alignment you can do yourself since all you can adjust is toe. Having a extra pair of hands helps too. I installed my OME loft solo, and it would have been nice to have a helper.
I did!
. You can see in the picture I took of him coming up the hill. His left front tire is blurry do to spinning and the right front is crystal clear, because it is not.
Thunderhead...... I can sell you that picture and the negative if you want to destroy them......Oh wait! We don't have negatives anymore.
Trust me when I say, you can do this, and an extra pair of hands will help (even a 10-12 year old). Trust me when I say this too, it's not easy the first time and it could take 6-7 hours. But it's worth it and you'll know exactly what you did and there won't be any questions.
I had no mechanical or auto background a year ago when I did mine. Absolutely none. I had some tools for woodworking and sockets and such, but never worked on cars before. The space issue might be an issue for you as well as the tools. But you've got to know someone who has that kind of stuff in your town, right? All the space you need is a nice level place to park it! Your driveway would suffice if you had the tools. Mostly what you need for this job is some PB Blaster or Kroil, the right size sockets and driver, a breaker bar, a torque wrench, a jack and some jack stands and some tire chocks. If you were here in TX I'd help, but I'm not, so I'm doing my best from here. All this stuff can be gotten together beforehand so you're ready to go. And people are here to help. Often, I've been doing a mod and hit a sticky point, go in, have a drink and post the problem. Within minutes there was a helpful answer. So, take it for what it's worth. The only problem if you do this, is you will be married to your Jeep afterward! It just happens that way
...and so it begins.
You can do this. Just get all your stuff lined up before hand to cut down on frustration, expect something to go sideways, and ask for help before you get frustrated. Take pictures as you go.
Appreciate the votes of confidence, I think the space and tools is definitely a tough issue, I'll have to ask around with some friends but I live in the city on a hill and street park right now.
Edit: Although I found this which is interesting: http://pitrow-diy.com
Edit: Although I found this which is interesting: http://pitrow-diy.com
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@JamesAndTheSahara does his in an apartment complex parking lot. LOL. No, really, I'm not trying to pressure you into DIYourself, but just encouraging you that if you want to, you can. Check out this bad boy! I built every bit of it (well, not all the work the Chrysler engineers did, but you get my drift).
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Thetacorocker
TJ Enthusiast
I think 32's are a good choice, doesn't sound big, but look pretty nice on a wrangler. Even 32's with an offset stick out a ways. I was surprised how big 32's looked when I put them on.
Thetacorocker
TJ Enthusiast
For more perspective, he is my progression over the years of TJ ownership.
OME 2.5" on 31's....
Same lift, on 32's, with new wheels....
And, where I'm at today adding 3/4" coil spacers to existing lift on 33's....
OME 2.5" on 31's....
Same lift, on 32's, with new wheels....
And, where I'm at today adding 3/4" coil spacers to existing lift on 33's....
The height of a stock TJ is 71.2” inches. Stock coil springs in front are 12” and rear 8” (not including the coil spring isolators). I can’t help with the measurement you requested since it’s not very common. Sorry. Hope these other numbers help
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