Opt'd for a slightly used Wrangler (vs a new one) because I did not want to wait for the "warranties" to expire to start mod'ing it...
Here's my little girl, before she got her make over:
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My '06 TJ "Toad" Project
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Opt'd for a slightly used Wrangler (vs a new one) because I did not want to wait for the "warranties" to expire to start mod'ing it...
Here's my little girl, before she got her make over:
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My first mod to any vehicle i get is an alarm and upgrading the current sound system.
It already came with the premium sound system, but didnt have the crisp highs and the tight lows that I am very found of; so I built me a custom enclosure for an amp and sub.
Also, because I needed to protect some of my assets, I also installed a Tuffy "Full length Underseat Drawer" ( something that the wife would barely notice, hehehe)
It already came with the premium sound system, but didnt have the crisp highs and the tight lows that I am very found of; so I built me a custom enclosure for an amp and sub.
Also, because I needed to protect some of my assets, I also installed a Tuffy "Full length Underseat Drawer" ( something that the wife would barely notice, hehehe)
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I planned on using the Tuffy Underseat storage as a "Gun Safe":
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Well.... the mods never stopped... I just kept tinkering and tinkering... and tinkering...
I needed some way to tranport my kayak and with a soft top, it was kinda hard; so I installed a Kargo Master Rack.
I also needed to beef up the bumper so I can attached a tow bar, so I changed it out. And because there was this open spot in the middle of the bumber, I thought that would be a nice place to put a winch; which I will use to pull the jeep closer to the RV before I hook it up (that's my story and I'm sticking to it).
I needed some way to tranport my kayak and with a soft top, it was kinda hard; so I installed a Kargo Master Rack.
I also needed to beef up the bumper so I can attached a tow bar, so I changed it out. And because there was this open spot in the middle of the bumber, I thought that would be a nice place to put a winch; which I will use to pull the jeep closer to the RV before I hook it up (that's my story and I'm sticking to it).
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Since space was limited, had to install an exterior cargo rack, which sat atop a Rockhard rear bumper; which also came with places to carry a jack, gas and water cans.
Also installed some Rigid D2 lights to illuminate the rear area when I back up.
Also installed some Rigid D2 lights to illuminate the rear area when I back up.
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What is camping without a grill? But who wants to have to unload and load it up to and from the trails...
So I built a platform that attaches to the rear tire carrier to carry a gas grill
So I built a platform that attaches to the rear tire carrier to carry a gas grill
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Since this vehicle will be used in the back country, where communication maybe limited, I installed a CB Radio and a Ham Radio; plus I also installed a Wilson Cellular Range Extender..
But first I had to install a Tuffy Overhead Console rack...
But first I had to install a Tuffy Overhead Console rack...
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To ensure that I am able to see where I am going when the sun goes down, installed
- Rigid 10" Light bar
- Rigid D2
- 50" Light Bar uptop
- Rigid 10" Light bar
- Rigid D2
- 50" Light Bar uptop
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Well... now I have an issue...
All these electronics need to be powered by something and one sears battery aint gonna cut it....
So dual Optima batteries should do the trick...
All these electronics need to be powered by something and one sears battery aint gonna cut it....
So dual Optima batteries should do the trick...
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Jeepersteve71
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Looks like a lot of things to enhance the towing experience behind your RV.
... the funny thing about all this, it has never been towed yet by my RV!:b1:
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Here's a summary of my "Toad" build so far; almost ready for the RV!!!
Interior:
- Sound System:
> Alpine CDE-HD137BT Head Unit
> Alpine KTP-445U Head Unit Power Pack
> Alpine Bridged 150w Amp
> Alpine 10" Sub
- Yaseu Ft-7900 Quad Band Radio
- Cobra 29BT CB
- Wilson Cellular Range Booster
- 4.3" Rear View Mirror Monitor
- Security
> Viper Responder 350 Alarm (including Shock, Tilt and Motion Sensors & Backup Battery
> Tuffy Under Seat
> Tuffy Glove Box
> Tuffy Rear Under Seat Storage
> Tuffy Overhead Single Console
> iVault Radio Locking Faceplate
Exterior:
- Kargo Master Congo Cage
> Yakima Mounting Brackets
- Lighting:
> Rigid D2 (Front)
> Rigid SR-Series 10" Spot
> Rigid Dually Flood (Rear)
> Cree 50" Dual Light Bar
> H4 Hella 7" Headlights
> Cree Single LED (Rock Lights)
- Armor:
> $hittyBuilt XRC Bumper
> $hittyBuilt Sliders
> Rockhard Rear Bumper
> Skid Row Oil Pan Skid
> Skid Row Steering Box Skid
> Skid Row Control Arm Skids
> Aluminum Savvy Gas Tank Skid
* Factory Tranny/TransCase Skid
- Warn 8000 Winch (Synth Line)
- AFE Cold Air Intake
- Flow Master Exhaust
- Dual Optima Batteries (1 Red / 1 Yellow)
> HD 300amp Relay
> Rugged Ridges Dual Battery Tray
- ViAir On-Board Air Compressor & Tank
- ARB On-Board Air Compressor (CKSA12)
- ARB RD117 Air Locker
- ARB Front & Rear Diff Covers.
- JK Quick Disconnect Sway Bar Link
- Tepui Kukenam 3person Tent
- Blue OX Tow Bar
- Brake Buddy System
Interior:
- Sound System:
> Alpine CDE-HD137BT Head Unit
> Alpine KTP-445U Head Unit Power Pack
> Alpine Bridged 150w Amp
> Alpine 10" Sub
- Yaseu Ft-7900 Quad Band Radio
- Cobra 29BT CB
- Wilson Cellular Range Booster
- 4.3" Rear View Mirror Monitor
- Security
> Viper Responder 350 Alarm (including Shock, Tilt and Motion Sensors & Backup Battery
> Tuffy Under Seat
> Tuffy Glove Box
> Tuffy Rear Under Seat Storage
> Tuffy Overhead Single Console
> iVault Radio Locking Faceplate
Exterior:
- Kargo Master Congo Cage
> Yakima Mounting Brackets
- Lighting:
> Rigid D2 (Front)
> Rigid SR-Series 10" Spot
> Rigid Dually Flood (Rear)
> Cree 50" Dual Light Bar
> H4 Hella 7" Headlights
> Cree Single LED (Rock Lights)
- Armor:
> $hittyBuilt XRC Bumper
> $hittyBuilt Sliders
> Rockhard Rear Bumper
> Skid Row Oil Pan Skid
> Skid Row Steering Box Skid
> Skid Row Control Arm Skids
> Aluminum Savvy Gas Tank Skid
* Factory Tranny/TransCase Skid
- Warn 8000 Winch (Synth Line)
- AFE Cold Air Intake
- Flow Master Exhaust
- Dual Optima Batteries (1 Red / 1 Yellow)
> HD 300amp Relay
> Rugged Ridges Dual Battery Tray
- ViAir On-Board Air Compressor & Tank
- ARB On-Board Air Compressor (CKSA12)
- ARB RD117 Air Locker
- ARB Front & Rear Diff Covers.
- JK Quick Disconnect Sway Bar Link
- Tepui Kukenam 3person Tent
- Blue OX Tow Bar
- Brake Buddy System
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Although my jeep was primarily upgrade to take me to back country fish spots with a kayak, here are some pics of my Jeep on the trails:
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And sometimes you have to fend off the wildlife (or the drunks from the other campsite):
They are actual 2 different places; both are located west of Arnold off Hwy 4.
The first picture is called the "Gatekeeper" at the Deer Valley Trail; its the first obstacle and if you cant make it pass it, youre chilling at camp for the rest of the day. Out of 14 vehicles (13 Toyotas Tacomas/FJs and 1 Jeep) 7 made it to the top, including my TJ... The night before, everyone was ripp'n on my 3" lift and 31" tires; but after the trail, alot of them kept there mouth shut. Alot of credit goes to my Spotter , who gave me the best lines for my jeep.
The rest of the pics are from Slick Rock, which is before Deer Valley. got thru most of it okay, but got high-center on a boulder at "The Stairs"; which is at the end of the trail. In my defense, I was running open/open...
There suppose to do another club run in July, wanna come play???
They are actual 2 different places; both are located west of Arnold off Hwy 4.
The first picture is called the "Gatekeeper" at the Deer Valley Trail; its the first obstacle and if you cant make it pass it, youre chilling at camp for the rest of the day. Out of 14 vehicles (13 Toyotas Tacomas/FJs and 1 Jeep) 7 made it to the top, including my TJ... The night before, everyone was ripp'n on my 3" lift and 31" tires; but after the trail, alot of them kept there mouth shut. Alot of credit goes to my Spotter , who gave me the best lines for my jeep.
The rest of the pics are from Slick Rock, which is before Deer Valley. got thru most of it okay, but got high-center on a boulder at "The Stairs"; which is at the end of the trail. In my defense, I was running open/open...
There suppose to do another club run in July, wanna come play???