thardy's slowest build thread ever...

thardy

thardy

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So I figured I would go ahead and start a build thread post, even though it's going to take me quite a while to get where I want to be, figured you guys could help make some suggestions a long the way.

I got my 2014 Granite 2dr Sport back in January of this year.
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Exactly one week from the day I brought her home I had my 16" ProComp Wheels installed and 285/75 Maxxis Big Horns on, as well as the tinted rear windows.
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On week two I decided to take the sawzall to the front bumper and put on the VDP end caps.
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About a week or so after that, she made her maiden voyage!
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It's been fairly quite since the beginning. I've added Rubicon springs and shocks from a 4dr and have just been enjoying it on the trails so far this summer.
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My next mods will hopefully be picking up a set of rubi rails, to hold me off till I can get the EVO sliders. I am also hoping to get some EVO rock skins coming up for my bday. Trying to decide what the next mod will be after protecting the rockers.

As the title of the thread says, it's going to be a very slow process, but I hoped to one day be a part of the Enforcer club with 37s!
 
Im looking at buying one exactly like yours. I have a few questions if you dont mind.

Is it auto or manual?
What Gears?
How does it drive with the 33s and what kind of mileage are you getting with your current setup?
Lastly, if you dont mind how much did you pay for her?

Gorgeous jeep bud
 
Rticul8 said:
Im looking at buying one exactly like yours. I have a few questions if you dont mind.

Is it auto or manual?
What Gears?
How does it drive with the 33s and what kind of mileage are you getting with your current setup?
Lastly, if you dont mind how much did you pay for her?

Gorgeous jeep bud
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Thanks! It's an auto with 3.73 gears. I currently have a bout a 50/50 split between highway and city driving and I'm currently averaging around 16-17mpg. If memory serves me right, list price on her was around $23k and then I put the wheels, tires, and suspension on it.
 
thardy said:
Thanks! It's an auto with 3.73 gears. I currently have a bout a 50/50 split between highway and city driving and I'm currently averaging around 16-17mpg. If memory serves me right, list price on her was around $23k and then I put the wheels, tires, and suspension on it.
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23k is a crazy good price. Especially for being an auto. :thumb:

How does she ride with the 33's?
 
thardy said:
So I figured I would go ahead and start a build thread post, even though it's going to take me quite a while to get where I want to be, figured you guys could help make some suggestions a long the way.

I got my 2014 Granite 2dr Sport back in January of this year.
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Exactly one week from the day I brought her home I had my 16" ProComp Wheels installed and 285/75 Maxxis Big Horns on, as well as the tinted rear windows.
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On week two I decided to take the sawzall to the front bumper and put on the VDP end caps.
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About a week or so after that, she made her maiden voyage!
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Congrats on the new rig:thumb: Love that color also!
 
thardy said:
It rides great, but not my first vehicle with mud tires. The Rubicon suspension has been the best thing I've done so far. It rides like a completely different Jeep now.
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That is my goal when I purchase mine. Rubicon 4 door suspension and budget boost with 33's
 
Rticul8 said:
That is my goal when I purchase mine. Rubicon 4 door suspension and budget boost with 33's
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That was my main goal as well, but now I want 37's! It'll be awhile before I'm there, but I will definitely be going to 35's as soon as I need new tires.
 
Is this your first Jeep or JK? If so, then a slow build is the best build you can have. Keep asking 50 million questions(look for threads that are already discussing the topic) when you see people mention stuff you don't know/understand. Its the only way to spend your money once and wisely! It gets expensive when you make impulse buys without research and buying replacement parts later. Welcome to WAL! :standing wave:
 
StrizzyChris said:
Is this your first Jeep or JK? If so, then a slow build is the best build you can have. Keep asking 50 million questions(look for threads that are already discussing the topic) when you see people mention stuff you don't know/understand. Its the only way to spend your money once and wisely! It gets expensive when you make impulse buys without research and buying replacement parts later. Welcome to WAL! :standing wave:
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I've been around Jeeps since I was a kid, but this is the first one I've owned. I've highly enjoyed reading through a lot of the build threads on here, as well as all of the "how to's". I finally made it all the way through hinrich's build and it was very informative with giving me some ideas. Really looking forward to seeing the progress as I'm able to build it up.
 
StrizzyChris said:
Is this your first Jeep or JK? If so, then a slow build is the best build you can have. Keep asking 50 million questions(look for threads that are already discussing the topic) when you see people mention stuff you don't know/understand. Its the only way to spend your money once and wisely! It gets expensive when you make impulse buys without research and buying replacement parts later. Welcome to WAL! :standing wave:
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Second this. If I knew about this forum two years ago, I'd probably still have my 09! Slow and smart is the best way.

2014 JKUR
 
thardy said:
That was my main goal as well, but now I want 37's! It'll be awhile before I'm there, but I will definitely be going to 35's as soon as I need new tires.
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Yeah brotha I completely understand. Due to my lifestyle right now my plans are small. As a DD nothing above 33's seems logical to me unless im going to wheel it every weekend. Ive been around jeeps my whole life and for once I want an almost stock jeep I can just enjoy and still kinda get okay mileage on. Shoot my 98 I just sold with 33's and 4:56 gears was killing me at 13-15mpg's.
 
Went to the 4 Wheel Parts Truck and Jeep Fest today. Won a $50 gift card within 20 minutes of walking in the door! I took it as a sign and picked up a set of the Smittybilt SRC Classic Sliders (basically rubi rails) for $150. Pick em up next week.

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thardy said:
Went to the 4 Wheel Parts Truck and Jeep Fest today. Won a $50 gift card within 20 minutes of walking in the door! I took it as a sign and picked up a set of the Smittybilt SRC Classic Sliders (basically rubi rails) for $150. Pick em up next week.

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Congrats on the win! 👍
 
Picked up my Smittybilt SRC Classic Sliders yesterday and was able to get the bolted up this evening. They bolted right up with no issues and look like they'll do an ok job of holding me off until I can get the EVO sliders.

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Alright, I need some help. Looks like I've been given the go ahead to spend somewhere around $1000-1500 on the Jeep for my birthday coming up. I should also be getting the EVO skins from my family. The question becomes where to spend it. I have a few ideas but wouldn't mind some advice. Here are some of my thoughts.

Truck-lite headlights
Rigid Dually floods w/ fog light adapters
EVO rear d-rings
EVO skids (full kit or just oil pan)
EVO sliders
Some sort of air system (portable or on board)
MagnaFlow crawler series
Winch

Obviously I wouldnt be able to get all of that for my budget. Open to other ideas as well.

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I'm a truck-lite fanboy so you know what i'm gonna say :yup: Seriously tho, they are worth it. :twocents:
 
Maybe Evo Rock Sliders and a bumper and winch combo? Put a little money into the protection/recovery department? Just an idea!

Your rig looks great! Love that color and I love the pictures! Keep 'em coming!
 
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