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Some thing commonly forgotten in the upgrade phase is the weight rating of the vehicle it needs to be kept in mind. A few hundred extra pounds in a bumper and winch, a few more on a spare tire carrier etc etc it adds up fast. Be careful not to exceed the axle weight ratings. The JK only has...

well more information on what you are planning to do with the jeep? Simple off road trails or more rock crawling and technical trails would dictate what type and design of suspension would best fit your needs. Also what kind of weight have you added to the vehicle as well.

A 2.5 should clear 31" tires easily, yet not get into the range of drive line vibrations and short u-joint life. I would vote for keeping it as low "aka stable and reliable" as possible.

AC was a must have addition to my build considering I am basically sitting on the engine.

Thus rule of thumb is a general suggestion, not a chiseled in stone commandment. Everyone's fuel needs are different and even then the fuel use per trip can vary a lot if you are running easy trails vs. spending hours winching your rig out of a bog. Basically know your rig and its particular...

Does betsy have her shiny new heart yet?

I think that would be referred to as a rise axle. Typically a drop axle has the center tube lower than the hubs a typical boat trailer axle is a prime example. If you flip a typical drop axle the camber will be incorrect and result with increased tire wear. this explains it...

Excellent idea but what if you have no hood?:neutral:

Gas is about $0.85 per liter or £0.68 per liter the US. So I guess we here in the US don't have it so bad. British equivalent gas price is about $5.60 per us gallon.:worried:

Full 2.5 dual exhaust kit for the Fc170 from summit. With 29 inch long mufflers I hope it is quiet. I want to sneak up on the deer.

yep that seems more realistic. I wish there were 4x4 vehicles in the US that go that kind of mileage. I am hoping for 10 mpg out of my brick willys when its done. I just used this site to convert: http://www.calculateme.com/cGasMileage/milespergallon-imperial-to-us.htm

I think there might be an error in the unit conversion on the mpg. Unless there is other factors involved I have no idea how a land rover defender can get 37 mpg (That is only 1 mpg less than my old Honda CRX got). From the factory defenders are rated at 14 mpg city/ 15 mpg highway. I...

Make sure your fuses under the dash are tight and clean. In my old XJ my volt gauge would jump around and it turned out to be a corroded fuse for the gauges that was the issue. Simply cleaned up the plug in and put in a new fuse and it has been flawless for years.

A goal of enough fuel to go 600 miles isn't a bad goal if you have the space. That distance would get you entirely across the stat of Montana the from east to west. Mine will have 30 gallons + a 5 gallon jerry can or two which should get me about 500 miles. Have to love a heavy, non...

Not sure on a general rule but what I go by if you are off trail riding and you hit half tank turn around unless you know exactly where your next gas stop is. Also always carry at least 5 extra gallons in a jerry can of some sort just incase.

There isn't a thing on my roof. I'll keep it clear to maintain my brick like aerodynamics. :laughing:Also I like to fit in my barn door. The 9 ft bed is where the RTT and everything else will end up, low center of gravity and a very short ladder to get into it.

If you can choose any vehicle for over landing to start over. I would probably go with something like this one and sit in luxury as I explore the country. A Mercedes G-wagon on portal axles (have to have the extra ground clearance) and fully outfitted :sunglasses: But I am sure this cost more...

1958 fc-170 with "saddle" tanks under the flat bed on each side (in the avatar) . No idea what mpg it gets as it is still in the build stage and I have never driven it.

Agreed on the rotopax. A nice idea but a ton of wasted volume with the mounting placed through the middle of the container. Also $60 for just a single gallon can plus the $30 for the mount. Extremely expensive with minimal gains. I am planning about 15 gallons per side for 30 over all...

I don't anticipate any cooling issues. I am using a large 2 row aluminum radiator with dual electric fans.