Table of Contents...
CIBIE Headlight Upgrade with Relays
JK Wheels and Tires
New Front Bumper
Rust Repair and Lift (LOTS of pages)
Gas Tank Tuck (1 Inch)
Front Seat Refurbishment
Audio Upgrade
Currie Control Arm Rebuild
Control Arm Install
Tummy Tuck
Tub Swap
JCR Crusader Rock Slider Mounting Guide
So, I figured it time to put my plans and work into a single location. Not a lot going on yet. Still in the "bring maintenance up to snuff" phase. I do have a couple of modifications planned though. My overall build plan is going to be 2.5 OME lift and 1.25" BL to clear 33's. A lot of the trails I run don't require anything more than a stock jeep, but we have a couple offroad parks where the extra Ground Clearance will be nice. Plus...It just looks cool! If I do decide to run 35's (doubtful, but who knows), I'll get a set of tube fenders for the extra clearance. I'm also planning on a tummy tuck, but that is way down the road (probably two years).
For right now, My first real Mod will be Cibie headlight upgrade with +130 H4 bulbs. They should be at the house today...I hope the relay kit makes it by the weekend. I'll try to submit a nice "how-to" style thread for those who wish to follow along at home. I ended up spending about 170 bucks on the whole "kit." I looked at LED, but they are EXPENSIVE. From the research I've done, I should be able to get about 80 percent of the output with about 15% of the cost.
I also have to do front brakes. I noticed a pull as the brakes are applied. It gets worse as brake effort increases. Crawling around underneath showed very worn rotors, and the pads are not making good contact...explains a lot. I ordered a PowerStop 1 click Kit and some extended SS brake lines. I figured I'd future proof my eventual lift with extended lines now, since I want to replace the rubber lines anyway. The PowerStop Kit (Buy HERE ) Is about 230 bucks. I would have REALLY liked to get the black magic brake kit but I just can't stomach the price tag right now. Again, I'll try to document the installation process for anyone who'd like the information.
CIBIE Headlight Upgrade with Relays
JK Wheels and Tires
New Front Bumper
Rust Repair and Lift (LOTS of pages)
Gas Tank Tuck (1 Inch)
Front Seat Refurbishment
Audio Upgrade
Currie Control Arm Rebuild
Control Arm Install
Tummy Tuck
Tub Swap
JCR Crusader Rock Slider Mounting Guide
So, I figured it time to put my plans and work into a single location. Not a lot going on yet. Still in the "bring maintenance up to snuff" phase. I do have a couple of modifications planned though. My overall build plan is going to be 2.5 OME lift and 1.25" BL to clear 33's. A lot of the trails I run don't require anything more than a stock jeep, but we have a couple offroad parks where the extra Ground Clearance will be nice. Plus...It just looks cool! If I do decide to run 35's (doubtful, but who knows), I'll get a set of tube fenders for the extra clearance. I'm also planning on a tummy tuck, but that is way down the road (probably two years).
For right now, My first real Mod will be Cibie headlight upgrade with +130 H4 bulbs. They should be at the house today...I hope the relay kit makes it by the weekend. I'll try to submit a nice "how-to" style thread for those who wish to follow along at home. I ended up spending about 170 bucks on the whole "kit." I looked at LED, but they are EXPENSIVE. From the research I've done, I should be able to get about 80 percent of the output with about 15% of the cost.
I also have to do front brakes. I noticed a pull as the brakes are applied. It gets worse as brake effort increases. Crawling around underneath showed very worn rotors, and the pads are not making good contact...explains a lot. I ordered a PowerStop 1 click Kit and some extended SS brake lines. I figured I'd future proof my eventual lift with extended lines now, since I want to replace the rubber lines anyway. The PowerStop Kit (Buy HERE ) Is about 230 bucks. I would have REALLY liked to get the black magic brake kit but I just can't stomach the price tag right now. Again, I'll try to document the installation process for anyone who'd like the information.
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