#5 build thread

Dune Crawler said:
Factory tire carrier handling the 37" spare alright?


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Low miles on it so far. I don't plan to keep it that way long. I still need to install longer tailgate bumps. I think these KM2s may be lighter than the 35" Trail Graplers I plan to install. My biggest fear is snagging the spare on a drop off before I get a carrier. We have two other vehicles so I only have to drive the jeep for fun at the moment. That may change in the future.
 
Your rig is looking great! I love to low looking stance with the 37s. I'm curious, is there a reason your going down to 35's? Just curious is all. Coming along great!:thumb:
 
AllAmericanInfidel said:
Your rig is looking great! I love to low looking stance with the 37s. I'm curious, is there a reason your going down to 35's? Just curious is all. Coming along great!:thumb:
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35s have been my plan since before I knew I was getting this jeep. After we traded in my 07JKUX last year my plan was to get another JK and stuff 35s under cut fenders and keep it low. I have blown that idea in under 4000 miles. I have rubbing issues with the 37s I think I could fix with some trimming but 35s are cheaper and in theory would be less stress on the many still stock components. Before we left the lot with this jeep I had my build all mapped out in my head. First cut fenders and stuff almost 35s under it drive for a year add bumpers, a PR44 and gears. By three years be sporting COs and 37s. I skipped a few important parts that I planned to add as I could or needed to. I'm committed to 35s now but thinking I should have started with 295s. I have done no mods to support running 37s I just put them on because I sold my 255s and found these used on rims my wife likes. I know how bad my 07 JKUX was after running 35s and not installing the proper supporting parts.
 
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Started mounting the EVO D ring mounts will finish this weekend if the two missing nuts show up.
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I added DIY tailgate bumps
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I also added a radio mount over the mirror.
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I still need to run the wiring and decided on a permanent antenna location.

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I went back out after lunch and added a third clamp and bracket to the radio bracket.
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It is rock solid now

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Looking good so far. Curious to see how you run the wires for the cb. I had planned on mounting mine the exact same way but couldn't decide where to hide the wires

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Chevy Dave said:
Looking good so far. Curious to see how you run the wires for the cb. I had planned on mounting mine the exact same way but couldn't decide where to hide the wires

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Thanks.
I ran out of time. I am planning to remove plastic around the windshield frame and conceal the wires to get them under the dash. With all the radios and switch panels I have seen there must be room.

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NV375 said:
Thanks.
I ran out of time. I am planning to remove plastic around the windshield frame and conceal the wires to get them under the dash. With all the radios and switch panels I have seen there must be room.

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I gotcha. I'll be standing by to see how you do it

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Took me longer than I expected to finish up the D ring mounts.
All ready to go.
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I need to get some bumpstop extensions for the rear. Gouging the tires pretty good today. 37s & 3/4 inch coil spacers and no up travel limiting =
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Also one of the reasons why I want to go down to 35s.

Rancho or EVO sell 2 inch rear coils?



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HILLZ said:
looks like standard P-clips and L-brackets bolted to supplied cb mount, should be able to get them at any hardware store.
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Yes. Also I have extra clips not the L brackets or screws if anyone needs the clips.
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My wife made sure I had plenty.

This is what went in to assemble each point.
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Updated first post to where I am at today.

Today I installed the EVO vacuum pump relocation bracket, the LoD front bumper went back on, added an ammo can for storage until I install a winch, installed LED front side marker lights and adjusted the headlights to compensate for the front high stance. My son also helped me cutoff 2 inches from one of the stock Rubicon rails and mount it.
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Great idea on the marker lights! I was actually just cruising around my range yesterday looking for an ammo can to do the same thing until I get a winch! :thumb:
 
I was about to drill into the LoD front bumper to install the lights and spotted the hole I ended up using. I had just enough wire to connect at this location. I used a step drill bit to enlarge the hole. Many people end up removing the part I mounted it to but I won't be anytime soon. It almost protects my smart bar motor.

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I now have both the stock Rubicon rails cut 2" and reinstalled.
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