My Jeep Build

[benatc1]

Got my Evo Protek skids installed, still waiting on my PR44 so nice can reinstall the front ds.

 

[benatc1]

Had some free time today so was able to get my rear ARB locker plumbed in and working. Ended up running some sprinkler hose through the frame rail and then fished the arb air line through it to the rear. Just got word from Trail Jeeps that my PR44 was shipped today so should get that soon and then get the front plumbed in and be back in business!

 

[benatc1]

Also managed to bend my tie rod on a mini test drive for the locker, so thanks to Eddie's advice and write up I got everything back lined up for the time being. Another thanks to Eddie's write up for the mag light install on the drivers seat! Was a productive day

 

[WJCO]

Good idea with the sprinkler hose. Glad you got your steering fixed.

 

[benatc1]

Good idea with the sprinkler hose. Glad you got your steering fixed.

Thanks! Underestimated a ditch, locker worked great tho!

 

[MBezner]

What kind of fox steering stabilizer you got there? My jeep had dual fox 2.0's on it when I bought it and I've been thinking about dropping one of them and rotating the other on top of the tie rod like in your picture. I have a evo DL flip so it would be really easy.

 

[benatc1]

What kind of fox steering stabilizer you got there? My jeep had dual fox 2.0's on it when I bought it and I've been thinking about dropping one of them and rotating the other on top of the tie rod like in your picture. I have a evo DL flip so it would be really easy.

It's the fox 2.0 ifp, works great for me the way it's set up.

 

[benatc1]

Pro rock 44 arrived today, Thanks to Wes at Trail Jeeps, everything looks great and started getting it installed this afternoon. Amazing how much this thing dwarfs my old dana 30. Axle came with 4.88 gears, ARB, 35 spline RCVs, and Dynatrac pro steer ball joints.

 

[benatc1]

Out with the old, in with the new! Once I get my RCV issue fixed tomorrow I will finish bolting it all up

 

[WJCO]

Boy you didn't waste anytime putting that in. Looks great.

 

[benatc1]

Boy you didn't waste anytime putting that in. Looks great.

No sir! Been waiting weeks for it and was able to take the afternoon off, perks of being the boss!!

 

[benatc1]

Got the install finished up today, had to call it an early evening for a dinner. Teat drive was sucessful. Plan to run ARB lines and solenoid tomorrow then should be complete.

 

[benatc1]

Finished plumbing everything in. Came together well.

 

[benatc1]

Getting everything ready for summer as well, going to brave a few cold mornings for a bit but definitely worth it. Few bartact accessories and a spiderwebshade

 

[benatc1]

Als, came across a smokin deal and picked up some sliders from a JKUR and modified them to fit my 2 door. Was super easy and will buy m me some time until I get some EVOs welded on.

 

[rctrav]

Great build bud :thumb: But i got to ask why 35's and not 37's being that you went with a pr44 write away?

 

[MattAlpha]

Great build bud :thumb: But i got to ask why 35's and not 37's being that you went with a pr44 write away?

Your Jeep is looking great! Nice work.

I have the same question. I would go with 37s right away with the mods you've already done. 35s cost 80 to 85% as much as the same 37" inch tire. I would go with them off the bat to save spending that cost again in a year or so.

If I had the upgrades that you've installed, I would have 37s under my rig.

Keep up the great work!

 

[benatc1]

Great build bud :thumb: But i got to ask why 35's and not 37's being that you went with a pr44 write away?

Your Jeep is looking great! Nice work.

I have the same question. I would go with 37s right away with the mods you've already done. 35s cost 80 to 85% as much as the same 37" inch tire. I would go with them off the bat to save spending that cost again in a year or so.

If I had the upgrades that you've installed, I would have 37s under my rig.

Keep up the great work!

Thanks guys! Honestly I thought that 37s would look too big on the 2 door, and as of when I made the decision I didn't really like the flat fender look (but it's growing on me), I also was a bit worried about the d44 rear on 37s but I know is not a huge concern. I built things for a size up for 2 reasons. 1-so i had the option to go up in tire size and still be ok and 2- to give me some peace of mind on the trail as she's still my dd. The 35s imo don't look "small" on this but they definitely don't look big either, so will probably end up 37s at some point. Thanks again guys!

 

[benatc1]

Finally got my Battle Born Wayalife stickers on. One for each side, helps hide the dimple too!

 

[benatc1]

installed some EVO Rock star skids today, was pretty straight forward, Eddie did a nice write up along with the directions. has to paint the metal anyway so I figured why not add a touch of Red.