slystrx
New member
Hi guys,
I'm excited to say that I'll be pulling the trigger on a brand new 2018 Rubicon JKU (not JL) Manual Transmission at my local dealer tomorrow. I went with this decision mostly because the JL is still new (not much after market parts yet). Since this is the last of the JKs manufactured out there, they are giving some great deals.
After spending hours on this awesome forum - learning, researching as much I could - I've decided that I will drop off my Wrangler at ORE - Fullerton soon (hopefully in the coming days/week). I'm definitely going to be a part of WayALife and can't wait to meet you guys.
Here's the complete list of mods I've put together.
Total - $8898.00
Is there anything else I'm missing for a decently built rig to go off-roading?
I'm a noob to the off-roading/wheeling community, never have any experience but more than willing to change that. I live in SF, so there are lots of opportunities around the bay area (tahoe wooohooo) and trails to hit up. My plan is to go explore, hopefully with some of you guys. This will not be a daily driver, mostly for my mountain/weekend adventures. Hence there will be lots of highway miles on it.
With all this said please feel free to word your thoughts, advice, dos & don'ts or other (better) recommendations.
Since I live in the city and out of garage space, I really can't work on most of these parts myself.
Wonder how many hours of labor all of this might take? Curious to know how much does ORE charges for labor/hour.
Since I'll be buying most of these parts from ORE and having them install, would I avail some discount?
I saw that they had a buy one get one KMC Wheel free sale a month ago, I so wish it was still around.
I would definitely be mentioning WayALife, who have steered me in the right direction. Please feel free to let me know of any discounts going on that I'm not aware of, I can really some after all of this (and more to come in the future)
Looking forward to hearing all the feedback.
Thanks,
Supreeth (a.k.a SLYSTRX)
I'm excited to say that I'll be pulling the trigger on a brand new 2018 Rubicon JKU (not JL) Manual Transmission at my local dealer tomorrow. I went with this decision mostly because the JL is still new (not much after market parts yet). Since this is the last of the JKs manufactured out there, they are giving some great deals.
After spending hours on this awesome forum - learning, researching as much I could - I've decided that I will drop off my Wrangler at ORE - Fullerton soon (hopefully in the coming days/week). I'm definitely going to be a part of WayALife and can't wait to meet you guys.
Here's the complete list of mods I've put together.
- EVO MFG JEEP JK ENFORCER 4″ STAGE 1 W/ DRAGLINK FLIP - $1599
https://www.offroadevolution.com/product/evo-mfg-3-enforcer-stage1-with-draglink-flip/
OR
EVO MFG JEEP JK ENFORCER 4″ STAGE 3 W/ DRAGLINK FLIP - $2699
https://www.offroadevolution.com/product/evo-mfg-jeep-jk-enforcer-35-stage3-withdraglink/
What is the major difference b/w Stage 1 & Stage 3, in terms of how much it could affect the performance or my needs? - Rancho RS9000XL Adj Shock Set - $369
https://www.amazon.com/Rancho-RS9000XL-Shock-2007-2016-Wrangler/dp/B019D6IW5G
I'm aware that King shocks is the way to go. But I'm trying to save up for this upgrade down the road. Would love your thoughts on Ranchos, or maybe Bilstein shocks? I'm leaning towards RS9000XL mainly cause it's recommended by Eddie and like the fact that it's adjustable for that price. I don't plan on any real fast desert runs (at least not yet) but I do enjoy driving fast. How would RS9000XL perform in offroad situations? - Yukon Gear Dana 44 Rear Gear and Pinion Kit - 5.13 Gears (manual) - $295.10
https://www.extremeterrain.com/yukon-gear-rear-d44-513-jk-ygd44jk513rub.html
- Cooper Discoverer STT Pro (37X12.50R17) (5) - $1545
https://www.tirebuyer.com/tires/cooper/discoverer-stt-pro/p/TV090001173
- XD231 RG RACE BEADLOCK (5) - $1590
https://www.offroadevolution.com/product/xd231-rg-race-beadlock/
- (Would I even need spacers for this build?) G2 Bolt Pattern 1.5 Inch Offset Wheel Spacers - $99
https://www.4wheelparts.com/Wheels/...px?t_c=11&t_s=107&t_pt=7576&t_pn=G/293-73-150
- EVO MANUFACTURING QUARTER POUNDER FRONT BUMPER BLACK - $399
https://www.offroadevolution.com/product/evo-mfg-1-4-pounder-front-bumper-black-jk-jku/
- EVO MFG REAR STEEL BLK FASCIA AND EVO REAR D-RING MOUNT - $323.97
https://www.offroadevolution.com/pr...l-blk-fascia-and-evo-rear-d-ring-mount-combo/
- (couldn't find diff covers on ORE website) ARB Dana 44 Differential Cover (Front & Back) - $391.40
https://www.extremeterrain.com/arb-d44-diff-cover-blk0750003B.html
- (Would love to get the black powder coated version) EVO MANUFACTURING ROCK SLIDERS LOW ANGLE STEP - $529.99
https://www.northridge4x4.com/part/...manufacturing-rock-sliders-low-angle-step-raw
- EVO MFG PROTEK SKID SYSTEM - $399.99
https://www.offroadevolution.com/product/evo-mfg-2012-protek-skid-system-manual-trans-jk-jku/
- EVO MFG. PRO SERIES HINGED GATE CARRIER (black) - $649.99
https://www.offroadevolution.com/product/evo-mfg-proseries-hinged-gate-carrier-jk-2007-current/
Initially had planned on going with ACE. Since it has the option for slanted (if i wanted) and built in rotopax mounts in the back. But started reading that the build isn't as sturdy as EVO esp for 37s. Please feel free to correct me if i'm wrong.
ACE JK Stand Alone Tire Carrier - $649.99
http://www.aceengineeringandfab.com/ACE-JK-Stand-Alone-Tire-Carrier_p_199.html
- Magnaflow Off-Road Pro-Series Cat-Back Exhaust - $405.11
https://www.extremeterrain.com/magnaflow-offroad-pro-catback-jk-17143.html
OR
DynoMax 39522 Ultra Flo Evolution Competition Cat-Back Exhaust - $209
https://www.quadratec.com/products/17605_5030_07.htm
I've read about MagnaFlow having issues with it rubbing against the frame and causing a lot of rattle. Is that true? Can it be fixed?
How does it compare against DynoMax Ultra Flo Evolution? I desire a low (not too loud) exhaust tone and also want it tucked away for when I go wheeling. If you guys have any other suggestions, please feel free.
I really loved the exhaust note as shown here below
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tz6s07ZBrv0
But I couldn't find Dynomax Jeep JK Wrangler QuietCrawler Performance Exhaust, read that it's discontinued?
- Smittybilt XRC Fender Flares - $299.99
https://www.extremeterrain.com/smittybilt-xrc-fender-flares-jk-76837.html
I like the low profile and high clearance of this. I'm aware that it's not plastic and what that could mean to the body if it takes a hit during wheeling. I just wanted to not have the stock fenders is all. Esp with the look I'm going with the above build.
Total - $8898.00
Is there anything else I'm missing for a decently built rig to go off-roading?
I'm a noob to the off-roading/wheeling community, never have any experience but more than willing to change that. I live in SF, so there are lots of opportunities around the bay area (tahoe wooohooo) and trails to hit up. My plan is to go explore, hopefully with some of you guys. This will not be a daily driver, mostly for my mountain/weekend adventures. Hence there will be lots of highway miles on it.
With all this said please feel free to word your thoughts, advice, dos & don'ts or other (better) recommendations.
Since I live in the city and out of garage space, I really can't work on most of these parts myself.
Wonder how many hours of labor all of this might take? Curious to know how much does ORE charges for labor/hour.
Since I'll be buying most of these parts from ORE and having them install, would I avail some discount?
I saw that they had a buy one get one KMC Wheel free sale a month ago, I so wish it was still around.
I would definitely be mentioning WayALife, who have steered me in the right direction. Please feel free to let me know of any discounts going on that I'm not aware of, I can really some after all of this (and more to come in the future)
Looking forward to hearing all the feedback.
Thanks,
Supreeth (a.k.a SLYSTRX)