Dynatrac CODE1 2018 Jeep Wrangler JL Build
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Diesel_Ranger
New member
First JL on 42" tires is significant. Can't wait to see how the Dynatrac axles look under neath this rig.
piginajeep
The Original Smartass
I’m really excited to see the long two door with the soft top! I wish someone would make that for my JK8.
Nice job Dynatrac.
Nice job Dynatrac.
MF3R
New member
Dynatrac
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We're using an EVO 4-inch Extreme Overlanding suspension system. Adjustable arms, lift coils and a choice of shocks -- we went with FOX remote-reservoir shocks for this build.
SubzArtz
New member
Merica!
New member
Wow 4 inch lift for 42s! Are you having to trim a lot or does the JL just have a lot of room?
Dynatrac
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The JL has larger wheel openings than the JK, but we will probably still need to do some trimming. We aren’t quite that far along in the build yet.
Warebear
New member
What’s the Extreme Overlanding suspension system? Bad ass build, I can’t wait to see this beast roll out.
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TrainWreck618
Caught the Bug
Dynatrac
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The Extreme Overland suspension from EVO Manufacturing has stock-length, adjustable control arms, coil spring (2-inch or 4-inch lift) and you a choices of shocks.
Warebear
New member
Dynatrac
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The past couple of days have been very busy on the CODE1 build at Dynatrac. With the JL pretty well disassembled, we could start mocking up new parts.
The back seat and back doors have been removed, and they won’t be coming back. We’re converting this into a long-wheelbase 2-door: an LJL if you will. And it will have an overlanding theme in addition to being a capable rock crawler. Here, Fred is measuring space for storage racks and our HANS PowerPack 300 portable power and solar generator units.
We’re using an EVO Manufacturing front bumper and winch mount, and we slide a Warn ZEON 10-S winch into place.
A key part of the build is the massive 42-inch tall Maxxis Trepedor tires. These are very tall and relatively skinny at 14.50 inches. We’re going to keep the JL as low as possible with these tires, but we think it will require a 4-inch lift.
We will be adding MOPAR high-clearance fender flares, and we’re sure we’ll need to do some trimming.
Here’s a view of the bumper, winch and Baja Design LP9 LED lights assembled and the grille back in place.
There are two downward frame extensions that should be cut off for proper bumper fitment and to maximize the approach angle. These are most likely for crash-compatibility; to keep low cars from going under the front end in case of an accident.
Once they were cut, Ely made plates and welded them in place for a clean finish, even though no one is likely to see them tucked up behind the front bumper.
Next it was time to swing the ProRock XD60 front axle in place. This will be an extra-wide (72.5 inches) axle to give the extra-tall tires plenty of room for turning corners and suspension articulation.
In the meantime, Nick our body guy was fabricating fill panels to go where the back doors used to be. He had to mimic the curve of the body and the body lines near the top. He also fabricated a separate railing that will hold the forward part of the custom Bestop softop that we’ll install later this week. Watching him massage the metal and trim it was amazing. A true craftsman!
This shows the panel nearly finished for fitment, and starts to give you an idea of what the body will look like.
The metal pieces were welded in several key locations and then the seam covered with body filler. The entire body will be covered in a vinyl wrap – Matte Military Green!
Now the vehicle is really starting to take shape. We mounted the tires on Method Race Wheels MR105 beadlocks and started playing with suspension travel and ride height.
The back seat and back doors have been removed, and they won’t be coming back. We’re converting this into a long-wheelbase 2-door: an LJL if you will. And it will have an overlanding theme in addition to being a capable rock crawler. Here, Fred is measuring space for storage racks and our HANS PowerPack 300 portable power and solar generator units.
We’re using an EVO Manufacturing front bumper and winch mount, and we slide a Warn ZEON 10-S winch into place.
A key part of the build is the massive 42-inch tall Maxxis Trepedor tires. These are very tall and relatively skinny at 14.50 inches. We’re going to keep the JL as low as possible with these tires, but we think it will require a 4-inch lift.
We will be adding MOPAR high-clearance fender flares, and we’re sure we’ll need to do some trimming.
Here’s a view of the bumper, winch and Baja Design LP9 LED lights assembled and the grille back in place.
There are two downward frame extensions that should be cut off for proper bumper fitment and to maximize the approach angle. These are most likely for crash-compatibility; to keep low cars from going under the front end in case of an accident.
Once they were cut, Ely made plates and welded them in place for a clean finish, even though no one is likely to see them tucked up behind the front bumper.
Next it was time to swing the ProRock XD60 front axle in place. This will be an extra-wide (72.5 inches) axle to give the extra-tall tires plenty of room for turning corners and suspension articulation.
In the meantime, Nick our body guy was fabricating fill panels to go where the back doors used to be. He had to mimic the curve of the body and the body lines near the top. He also fabricated a separate railing that will hold the forward part of the custom Bestop softop that we’ll install later this week. Watching him massage the metal and trim it was amazing. A true craftsman!
This shows the panel nearly finished for fitment, and starts to give you an idea of what the body will look like.
The metal pieces were welded in several key locations and then the seam covered with body filler. The entire body will be covered in a vinyl wrap – Matte Military Green!
Now the vehicle is really starting to take shape. We mounted the tires on Method Race Wheels MR105 beadlocks and started playing with suspension travel and ride height.
TrainWreck618
Caught the Bug
Holy crap!!! Looks awesome! Can't wait to see this thing on all 4's
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jorgelrod
Hooked
wow!!! Badass!!
TrailHunter
Hooked
No joke, you guys are building the Baddest JL on the planet!