Build Summary:
History:
I purchased the TJ in 2015. The Jeep was mostly stock, came with factory hardtop, has no AC, Dana 35 rear, and was totally rust free! My plan for the TJ was to do a mild build capable of traveling forest-roads in all conditions, and to gain access to remote areas for camping and hiking trips.
All the work done to my TJ, with the exception of an alignment, has been done by me in my driveway or my crowded garage. I learned just about everything doing tons of research on the forums.
Future Projects:
So far the build has done everything I've wanted without issues, but it is a Jeep and will never be done . Some of the things I'd like to still do include:
I will continue to update this thread as the TJ continues to evolve. If anybody has any questions please feel free to ask!
- Forest Green 2000 TJ Sport w/ 4.0 & NV3550, OEM hardtop.
- 31x10.5 R15 Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac Tires, OEM wheels.
- 4.10 Gears w/ Eaton E-Lockers, Dana 30 & Super 35 (Post #205 - #226)
- 3" TeraFlex Flex Arm Lift Kit w/ Bilstein 5100 Shocks
- Advanced Adapters SYE & Tom Woods Rear Driveshaft
- ORO SwayLOC Dual Rate Swaybar, Manual Control (Post #247)
- Warn M8000 Winch w/ In-cab Controls (Post #9)
- RT OffRoad HD Steering Kit
- ARB Dual Air Compressor (Post #21)
- KC Gravity LED Headlights
- Rugged Ridge LED Taillights
- Garvin Wilderness ATS Front & Rear Bumpers
- Garvin Wilderness Rock Rails
- Stock Rubicon Rocker Guards
- Crown Performance Stainless Brake Lines
- Rugged Ridge Dual Battery tray w/ Optima Blue Tops & Hellroaring Isolator (Post #9)
- Sony Headunit w/ Polk Speakers (Post #67)
- Cobra 75WXST CB Radio w/ 3' FireStik FireFly (repaired in post #163)
- Dual Switch Panel Mod w/ Switch Dash Lighting Mod (Post #183, #187, #203, #227)
- Tuffy Hood Lock
- Interior LED Lighting Upgrades
- Bedlined Tub
- Custom Yakima Roof Rack
History:
I purchased the TJ in 2015. The Jeep was mostly stock, came with factory hardtop, has no AC, Dana 35 rear, and was totally rust free! My plan for the TJ was to do a mild build capable of traveling forest-roads in all conditions, and to gain access to remote areas for camping and hiking trips.
All the work done to my TJ, with the exception of an alignment, has been done by me in my driveway or my crowded garage. I learned just about everything doing tons of research on the forums.
Future Projects:
So far the build has done everything I've wanted without issues, but it is a Jeep and will never be done . Some of the things I'd like to still do include:
- 33x12.5" DuraTrac tires. I've been happy with the 31x10.5" tires, but the wider tires should help more in the deep snow.
- Fog Lights/Bumper Mount Lights. I love the KC Gravity LED headlights, they're bright and have a great pattern! However there is a dark spot a few feet in front of the Jeep, it'd be nice to get some extra light down there particularly for FS roads at night.
- Interior restoration. My interior is pretty sun faded and sports the typical door panel cracks, I'd like to fix those issues and get everything looking nice and new again.
- Custom overhead console. Eventually I'd like to install a ham radio in the Jeep, and it wouldn't hurt to have a place for another interior LED light up front.
- Compass & Temp Rear-view Mirror Upgrade. Certainly not a necessary feature but I would really like having the ability to know the temperature.
- Heated Seats & Bartact Covers. Do I really need to explain myself here?
- Exogate/MORyde Hinges. My tailgate could use a bit of help; it is a bit squeaky and rattly. I'd also like a place to mount a RotoPax for extended range overlanding in eastern Oregon.
- Savvy 1.25" Body Lift. Add a bit more clearance for reducing bump stop extension, thus better performance.
- 1" MML. Compliment the body lift. Might allow me to reduce pinion angle some, or even raise TC skid.
- Savvy Cable Shifter. Simply the best there is! Compliments the body lift.
- JeepAir AC System. After my long eastern Oregon trip I'd like to have AC for some of those long hot drives.
- Shock Upgrade. Ultra long term project. I'd like to outboard the rear shocks and extend the front to gain extra performance and ride quality.
I will continue to update this thread as the TJ continues to evolve. If anybody has any questions please feel free to ask!
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