Starting from scratch (2015 JKU build)

Update: Started on the lift this Saturday with some friends to help.
Last image of the soccer mom jeep.

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Couple of shots of the front end being worked on.
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While my friends were stripping it down, I went and got the tires mounted.
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Here’s a shot of the rear almost done.
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Lift is now on and tires are mounted up. It’s ready for a test ride.
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After a couple of test runs I think we have everything dialed in. I still need to trim the rock rails and maybe pinch seams. I also haven’t installed the exhaust spacers yet, so no wheeling until that’s done. I also have to do c gussets, and of course gears.
It was a long but fun weekend build and well worth it. Here’s some pics of it completed.
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Lookin good!

I got my lift on awhile back and am looking to regear mine now too. What's your thought on those 37"s on the stock wheels? I'm assuming you're running spacers...

I'm debating going back to stock wheels to cut back on unsprung weight over my steelies, as I'm on my D30 up front still and will be for the next year or so.
 
rl206 said:
Lookin good!

I got my lift on awhile back and am looking to regear mine now too. What's your thought on those 37"s on the stock wheels? I'm assuming you're running spacers...

I'm debating going back to stock wheels to cut back on unsprung weight over my steelies, as I'm on my D30 up front still and will be for the next year or so.
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I’m running 1 1/2” spacers and 12.50” wide Cooper STT Pros. They fit fine on stock Rubi wheels. Actually, I like the look and it saves me $$$.


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Small update, I finally pulled the trigger on a tie rod and drag link. I went with Rock Krawler on both mainly because that’s what I’m running with lift and I like the quality. The drag link I bought off of a guy who had it new in a box, dirt cheap. The tie rod is new from amazon. Also bought the RK track bar bracket so I can do a flip. I’ll probably wait until after the holidays to do the install.

Tie rod
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Drag link
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jorgelrod said:
How much bumpstops did you have to put in with the 37's to avoid rubbing at full stuff?

Rig looks awesome BTW!
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As of now I’m running the 3” bumpstops that came with the kit. Full stuff in the rear there is some minor rubbing on the inner fender. I have yet to rub in the front, but I’m not sure I’ve been at full stuff up front. Once I flip the drag link I’m positive I’ll be adding bumpstop up front for sure.


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I finally made the move and cut my fenders. I didn’t think it would be something I would do but with the 37’s I thought it was a must. Anyway, I think it turned out nice.
Also, added some oem hard rock rock rails. I got them for free from a friend.

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