09 JK Unlimited Build List

[4x4x4]

2009 JKU X - Sunburst Orange Pearl
Topless and doorless always a favorite:
Be sure to scroll down for trail pics!!!

Jeep created this:
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Now it looks like this:
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You have to see past what it is stock so it can become what "you" want.

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Much better now
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I'm just workin the plan my friend!

Phase I - Complete

•Done Rusty’s 3.25" Suspension Lift -shocks, coils, frt & rear adj. track bar, discos
•Done Rough Country 1.25" Body Lift
•Done OR-Fab Sport Cage with floor mount & rear streamer
•Done Superwinch EPi9.0 mounted in stock stubby
•Done Wheels: ProComp 8179 15x8
•Done Tires: BFG KM2 35x12.5x15
•Done EVO C2 gussets
•Done Aussie Locker Front
•Done Extended Crown SS front brake lines in orange
•Done Garmin GPS 200W Topo maps on computer ready for download
•Done Rear bumper relocated up because of body lift
•Done Chopped rivet bumper with hooks/fogs
•Done Hood lift mod
•Done Drilled mirrors mod
•Done Transmission skid plate washer drop and skid trim
•Done Freedom Top latch screws mod
•Done Grill Screen Mod
•Done Rock lights front
•Done Evap tuck 2" mod
•Done Custom 10" Drop hitch (lift induced)
•Done More recline rear seat mod
•Done Custom winch plate for stock bumper
•Done Clamps on diff breather tubes mod
•Done Mirror vents mod
•Done Blacked out- Wrangler Unlimited logo, door locks, antenna, trail rated badge, CB back
•Done Midland CB 1001z / Wilson 4' flexible antenna
•Done Fuel door
•Done Tail light Guards
•Done Tow package
•Done Doors off mirror mod w/ footrest
•Done Portable air compressor
•Done Tailgate Tire spacers Daystar
•Done Freedom Top storage covers
•Done Fire extinguisher
•Done Rear receiver d-ring bar
•Done Dog barrier w/ door
•Done Snatchblock pulley
•Done Air horn Harbor Freight
•Done Mastercraft Handles Frt / Kayak reark
•Done First aid kit
•Done Cushion on console
•Done Seatbelt wraps for flapping mod
•Done 30' Recovery and Procomp 30k # tree strap
•Done Mats Frt & rear
•Done Two Scepter military fuel cans
•Done Duplicolor Bedliner blacked out grill
•Done Silverstar 3157 backup bulbs
•Done Backup stock front driveshaft
•Done Tree saw
•Done Shovel


Here are a few items not really on the Jeep, but are related to owning the Jeep:

•Done 16' Aluminum Jon Boat "Gen III", 25hp Mariner
•Done 13' Kayak Tandem "Pelican"
•Done 16' Canoe "Old Town" Discovery 158
•Done 10' utility trailer w/ramp
•Done Columbia Cabin Tent 10x15
•Done 1990 Coleman Pop Up Camper - model Williamsburg


Phase II In Progress:

Done- •Custom made rock sliders Homebrew -3/17/10
Done- •Custom made cargo receiver rack Homebrew 3/28/10
Done- •Chopped fenders 4/3/10
Done- •Black reflective logo "Copperhead" 5/25/10
Done- •Ham radio mobile -Yaesu FT7900R 2m VHF/UHF 440 7/25/10
Done- •Transmission cooler B&M 70268 - 09/20/10
Done- •Stabilizer-Monroe #SC-2960 10/16/10
Done- •JeepSWAG.com- Wood's steering stabilizer relocate 11/2/10
Done- •Front adjustable lower control arms - Rusty's 1/30/11
Done- •Rear extended swaybar links -Rusty's 1/31/11
Done- •Hi-Lift 48" 2/5/11
Done- •Hi-Lift Hood Mount- Warrior Products Winner!
Done- •Mirror relocate bracket homebrew- Thanks to my friend (The Fireman) 5/13/2011
Done- •Prestone 300w inverter ( works for now) found this in the garage
Done- •Bestop Trektop NX -Ordered - 3/19/2011 Jeep Top Depot - 08/08/11
Done- •Cargo organizer 8/7/11


NEXT:

•Rear locker -Detroit 187SL16D
•5.13 Gears - Superior
•Diff covers frt and rear -Ruffstuff
•Superchips Flashpaq Model 3875
•Front driveshaft - Tatton's
•Custom made bumper rear w/ tire carrier
•Custom made bumper front w/ stinger
•Rock Krawler tie rod
•Redneck Stage II ram assist (09 may not work)
•37" Goodyear MTR Kevlar 37x12.5x17 & new wheels ???
•RCV axle shafts
•Rebel Offroad Brake kit
•Poly ball joints (sooner or later this will happen)
•Headlights -IPF 920H4 JK Headlights and Lights Lightforce/HIDx
•Front Dynatrac Pro Rock 44 or Rubi D44 built
•PSC fenders and corners
•5100 Bilstein shocks
•CO2 tank or onboard air
•OR-FAB Tube Doors
•Rubicrawler Doubler 42RLE-Advance Adapters
•Oil pan skid/ ASFIR 4X4 Oil Pan Skid Plate for Jeep JK
•AEV Snorkel Ram Top
•Hardtop headliner by "09rubicon"





Just stuff I want sometime:

•PSC Fire Extinguisher Holder
•sPOD
•Seat covers - Iggie Leather? Thanks to RonG
•Battery Duralast Gold 34-DLG
•Vents for hood - Trail Duty
•Polk Audio DB651 6" speakers
•Lloyd Rear Cargo mat
•Fumoto valve F106N
•EBC brakes
•Custom made windshield rack for kayak
•Tinted windows
•Staun tire deflators
•Inverter built in
•Hobart 187 mig welder


Phase III = Looong term plan

•Supercharger RIPP
•RK Longarm
•coilovers
•Beadlocks
•40" Tires
•Front and rear Dana 60



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[korisu56]

Looks good

[Jeffb_79]

I would bump that oil pan skid up to the top of your list, unless you never take it off road. Also, you might be sitting a little high with another 4" of lift. I've seen quite a few JKs with a 2" lift on the 35s that look just right. Other than that, looks good.

[4x4x4]

I would bump that oil pan skid up to the top of your list, unless you never take it off road. Also, you might be sitting a little high with another 4" of lift. I've seen quite a few JKs with a 2" lift on the 35s that look just right. Other than that, looks good.

Oh, it goes off road as soon as Halloween! I don't have any experience with Mallcrawling. I'm headed to Gilmer, TX for the next run. Red dirt gets into everything. I know the oil pan is exposed but with the lift it has some extra room. Jeep really did a much better job with the underbelly except for the most vital!!!My evap canister is also a sore spot that will be addressed. I tried relocating the evap but the hoses were too stiff.

The rocks I climb over can use this tall a lift to keep the longer JK from high-centering. Tree's Ranch is my favorite off road location and this works well there. I will also be in good standing if I go 37's but that requires more money!!!

[Marinedawg]

I would bump that oil pan skid up to the top of your list, unless you never take it off road. Also, you might be sitting a little high with another 4" of lift. I've seen quite a few JKs with a 2" lift on the 35s that look just right. Other than that, looks good.


It was in someones driveway like yours huh?

Your build looks good bro and it seems to be coming along well. We have a few guys here running about 5" of lift on their JKs with 35s. Kinda hard for people to understand when you only crawl speed bumps. :beer::beer:

[bigred13]

I would bump that oil pan skid up to the top of your list, unless you never take it off road. Also, you might be sitting a little high with another 4" of lift. I've seen quite a few JKs with a 2" lift on the 35s that look just right. Other than that, looks good.

Call me crazy but if you plan on doing much with your Jeep you will not be happy with a 2" lift and 35s. You will have major problems with rubbing.

Here are a few pics of my Jeep with a 3" BDS lift. I have been very happy with the ground clearance and as you can see it fits the tires (34s) very nice. It also shows that it gets full flex with no rub front or rear. From my experience you should not need much more lift. I would recommend the belly protection though if you plan on going around any rocks.

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[Jeffb_79]

Call me crazy but if you plan on doing much with your Jeep you will not be happy with a 2" lift and 35s. You will have major problems with rubbing.



And a 2" lift with his 1" bl would be the same 3 inches of lift that you have.
I wasn't hating on him... calm down :)

[4x4x4]

I'm a happy camper type Jeeper. I don't mind folks offering their opinion that's why I post stuff here. This is not my first Jeep. I have pretty thick skin so give me what ya got!! :D My last JK;

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[bigred13]

I'm a happy camper type Jeeper. I don't mind folks offering their opinion that's why I post stuff here. This is not my first Jeep. I have pretty thick skin so give me what ya got!! :D My last JK;

http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h112/old15bravo/Fenderchop1.jpg
http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h112/old15bravo/IMG_3855.jpg
http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h112/old15bravo/IMG_3853.jpg


I definately was not knocking your Jeep or your choice of lift. I was just stating my opinion that some people took too personal. I do want to throw it out there that I have not seen a single 2" lift that is any more than just spacers. That being said a 2" lift in my opinion is worth as much as a paper weight. It would definately work during MALL CRAWLS.

On another note...How long you been in Temple? I know exactly what you mean with the red clay. It gets real nasty. I actually grew up in Kilgore, Tx.

[4x4x4]

On another note...How long you been in Temple? I know exactly what you mean with the red clay. It gets real nasty. I actually grew up in Kilgore, Tx.

I have lived in this area since 1991. Barnwell Mountain for Halloween will be my first time at this park. My wife supports my hobby and we enjoy going together with good Jeep folks. I really do like to hit the trails when I get a chance. I have learned a lot of tips from the Internet posts. I spend most of my time on a JK specific Jeep site. My trips are somewhat limited by my work schedule, but it's the work that allows me to go in the first place.

I am a high school principal so the hours are killer. I even have events on the weekend often enough. My school has a rodeo team that I attend several times a year on Sunday. We have a service in the morning then then go to the bulls, riding and roping all day! It is never boring I can tell you. I have a staff of about 100 and over 800 students so there is always something going on.

Thanks for all the suggestions!

[TJExtreme]

Very nice Jeep! Don't forget to relocate your smog canister so it doesn't get ripped off on a rock. Good Luck!

[4x4x4]

Pics of rear sway bar link. I needed to trim the bolts so nothing would rub during flex. I also made a bracket for my rear brake line drop. (nothing special) This was long overdue.


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[4x4x4]

Warrior Hood Mount for jack:

I will say that it is a very well built mount. They put in a tube where the bolt goes through to strengthen the design. The bolts are allen heads to make a cleaner look and less available to remove than an adjustable wrench. I was surprised that the hood didn't seem that much heavier when you lift it. It is so far back on the hood it makes sense, but was still surprising considering how much the jack weighs. It took all of 10 minutes to install, so there is nothing technical. I used an extra spider ball loop to separate the handle from the jack to keep it secure and quiet. Normally I would have put my jack inside but it's a jack so if it needs some care I will take it off and hit it with some paint or oil to keep it functioning properly. I did also put a cable through the mount and jack to help keep it locked in place for someone less honest. I don't think my wiper spray will clear the mount, so I will need to get a generic sprayer at the auto store to make it reach the windshield. I might actually be able to improve the spray pattern. I don't use it much so it's not that critical to me.

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[4x4x4]

Added a mirror relocate bracket built by my fellow Jeeper and friend. Thanks C.
The door opens with to OEM bracket left on. It is great for doors off driving. The holes drilled through the side allow you to tighten the bottom bolt on the window frame. My buddy realized I'm moving out of the neighborhood soon so he took the one off his Jeep. He had said he would make me one so with no time to get it done...he comes through anyway. Real friend for sure and a real Jeeper. I had some springs for sale and guess what he needed them. Sold - $0.00 Good deeds just go a long way.

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[4x4x4]

I will post a better pic later, but I have a Bestop Trektop NX JKU on the Jeep!
Smiles!

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[4x4x4]

Cargo organizer. Not a steel lock box but for $19.99 at Tractor Supply it's handy.

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stored position - out of the way

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[4x4x4]

Front lower adjustable control arms = much better driving! Rusty's $199 heavy duty.

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[4x4x4]

Pics of other additions

Yaesu FT7900R Ham Radio

http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h112/old15bravo/Radio.jpg

Custom made receiver rack to clear the spare

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16' Flatbottom boat

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Tandem kayak

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[4x4x4]

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You can never really tell just how steep some of the hills are but here is a short vid of one that shows a steep climb. Just click on the picture:


VIDEO CLIP
http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h112/old15bravo/th_100_2684.jpg (http://s62.photobucket.com/albums/h112/old15bravo/?action=view&current=100_2684.mp4)

[4x4x4]

Trail Pics because they are more fun to look at than driveway shots!!
K-2 (Katemcy 2- Mason , TX ) My new favorite place in Texas.

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Oil change?

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Still playing king of the mountain..

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Living on the edge...

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I think this should be on a Jeep brochure.
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[FIREJK07]

Looking real good like the look of cut stock fenders planing that my self. Do you have any pictures of the custom winch plate. Like the low profile like that and Im to cheap to buy a aftermarket lol.