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[jakeandhisdodge]

06 mega cab with 5.7L gas, just did power wagon axle swap. Haven't mounted my new 35s because i don't have the cone for the balancer. Plan on doing a little extra lift in the rear on top of the 2". And can't stop thinking about pop up truck bed campers. I also bring my dirt bike out so i park this thing and rip up the trails on that

 

[Nomad_JK]

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06 mega cab with 5.7L gas, just did power wagon axle swap. Haven't mounted my new 35s because i don't have the cone for the balancer. Plan on doing a little extra lift in the rear on top of the 2". And can't stop thinking about pop up truck bed campers. I also bring my dirt bike out so i park this thing and rip up the trails on that

I can dig it dude. I was super close to buying a shell for my Chevy before she got totaled. That was mostly for hauling fishing gear all over. But yeah that’ll look good man.

 

[Nomad_JK]

I can dig it dude. I was super close to buying a shell for my Chevy before she got totaled. That was mostly for hauling fishing gear all over. But yeah that’ll look good man.

I’m in a 2015 JK Rubi. 3.5 in with 35s. Next big thing is front and rear bumpers. Still undecided on which but leaning towards Wilco. Haven’t been out anywhere around here yet other than some hunting camp trips. Other than that got a few little odds and ends to throw on, new good latches and some mounts.View attachment 125676

 

[jakeandhisdodge]

I’m in a 2015 JK Rubi. 3.5 in with 35s. Next big thing is front and rear bumpers. Still undecided on which but leaning towards Wilco. Haven’t been out anywhere around here yet other than some hunting camp trips. Other than that got a few little odds and ends to throw on, new good latches and some mounts.View attachment 125676

I just put bumpers on my wifes 15 jk 2 door and they were the easiest things to install on it. She got some ebay specials cause she just likes the look but doesn't go offroad. I took her through some flexy bits in my dodge and she thought we were calling a tow truck lol she's just not into it. I like the after market support for jeeps but i hit my head on the roll bars since im 6'5. That new jl sounds awesome, theres guys getting 20mpg on 40" tires, holy shit thats awesome i average 10.

 

[Hafaday]

I had a set of good year wrangler mtrs for awhile and they did great, i got them because my biddy had them and got around in sandy rivers and banks in 2wd with no problems. I get what you're saying casper about the fast paced. I kinda enjoy the slower paced stuff now though so I'm not checking my phone constantly at work. Speaking of tech talk to i think I'm gonna try and build my relay block soon for my lockers and lights. I see people getting those s pods and pre built relay things and i just can't justify paying 350 for something i can make for a third of the price. Not everyones the same though and there's nothing wrong with that

Coolz.

Yeah, building is half the fun over buying... sometimes.

There was a guy on a jeep forum that used to build accessory panels for a decent price something like this.

I never did get one, and not even sure if he’s still around.

I do see convenience of buy a complete system. But sometimes the complete is not exactly what a person is looking for.

Painless Wiring has a nice setup called the Trail Rocker. Might be something to look at for a ready made deal.

 

[jakeandhisdodge]

Painless makes some of the best wiring stuff I've seen, they really make it...painless.
Ba dun tis

I'm like 2 bottle of wine in tonight. I need to start planning out an on board air set up, i think I'll skip the arb one and go with this cheaper one.

Q Industries MV89G 12 Volt Dual Air Compressor

The MV-89G Dual Air Compressor is ideal for off-road vehicles with 35 inch or larger tires. It can inflate 50% faster than our MV-50, obtaining its power directly from the battery using the alligator clips provided. This unit is great for owners who have a truck, jeep, or vehicle with large tires.

www.quadratec.com

 

[Nomad_JK]

I just put bumpers on my wifes 15 jk 2 door and they were the easiest things to install on it. She got some ebay specials cause she just likes the look but doesn't go offroad. I took her through some flexy bits in my dodge and she thought we were calling a tow truck lol she's just not into it. I like the after market support for jeeps but i hit my head on the roll bars since im 6'5. That new jl sounds awesome, theres guys getting 20mpg on 40" tires, holy shit thats awesome i average 10.

Yeah when I lived in Hawaii I did cheaper smitty bumpers on my TJ and it was stupid simple. But same deal you said, didn’t really get much off road out there. And yeah dude I test drive one when they first came out. I just didn’t want to pay that price haha. I’ll say my TJ felt like a go kart compared to the JK and JLs but the JL felt more like a car car comparatively.

 

[jakeandhisdodge]

Yeah when I lived in Hawaii I did cheaper smitty bumpers on my TJ and it was stupid simple. But same deal you said, didn’t really get much off road out there. And yeah dude I test drive one when they first came out. I just didn’t want to pay that price haha. I’ll say my TJ felt like a go kart compared to the JK and JLs but the JL felt more like a car car comparatively.

I really want that new smittybilt 12k bumper, its like x3 or something. Harbor freight has the badlands apex which has synthetic rope and is supposed to be a warn killer

 

[Hafaday]

Yeah I feel you on the pace. Tbh I just got active on here. All that being said, let’s get something going. What’s everyone’s ride? Or where is a dream trip?

Welcome!

Vehicles are a 14 Jeep JKU. mild lift with a few other things. Then the 19 Tacoma OR. Trying to keep the Taco stock for now.

Dream trip is trying to get outta town.

 

[Casper66]

Rite. Will see what happens. I’m not a big GY fan, but I also go against the grain at times, too.

Nothing wrong with being a little different Lord knows i am

 

[Casper66]

@Casper66

I wanted something a little more beefier than a stock replacement. I think these also have the snowflake on them as well for crap weather. Haha

Thinking of a possible trip up to the Wife’s home town in Canada this winter if things play out right. Might need the flake up there.

With the tread pattern and siping they should do well i would think

 

[Casper66]

I had a set of good year wrangler mtrs for awhile and they did great, i got them because my biddy had them and got around in sandy rivers and banks in 2wd with no problems. I get what you're saying casper about the fast paced. I kinda enjoy the slower paced stuff now though so I'm not checking my phone constantly at work. Speaking of tech talk to i think I'm gonna try and build my relay block soon for my lockers and lights. I see people getting those s pods and pre built relay things and i just can't justify paying 350 for something i can make for a third of the price. Not everyones the same though and there's nothing wrong with that

I could weld and fab a lot of things. electrical? well i can do lighting fine but anything more complicated and i will have to turn to a prefabbed system. We all have our strengths but electrical isn't mine. i applaud you for being able to do so

 

[Casper66]

Yeah I feel you on the pace. Tbh I just got active on here. All that being said, let’s get something going. What’s everyone’s ride? Or where is a dream trip?

2015 Toyota tacoma TRD Sport. No real dream trip just want to wander.

 

[jakeandhisdodge]

I could weld and fab a lot of things. electrical? well i can do lighting fine but anything more complicated and i will have to turn to a prefabbed system. We all have our strengths but electrical isn't mine. i applaud you for being able to do so

My welds are always accompanied by a grinder. Definitely a true statement about strengths

 

[Casper66]

Coolz.

Yeah, building is half the fun over buying... sometimes.

There was a guy on a jeep forum that used to build accessory panels for a decent price something like this.

I never did get one, and not even sure if he’s still around.

I do see convenience of buy a complete system. But sometimes the complete is not exactly what a person is looking for.

Painless Wiring has a nice setup called the Trail Rocker. Might be something to look at for a ready made deal.

I hadn't heard of the painless one only Blue Sea and SPOD I will have to look into this. I used painless when I rewired the Camaro and it was complete and fairly self explanatory

 

[Casper66]

Welcome!

Vehicles are a 14 Jeep JKU. mild lift with a few other things. Then the 19 Tacoma OR. Trying to keep the Taco stock for now.

Dream trip is trying to get outta town.

Work on that Tacoma there's about as much aftermarket stuff for them as jeeps and they are fun to work on

 

[Hafaday]

I hadn't heard of the painless one only Blue Sea and SPOD I will have to look into this. I used painless when I rewired the Camaro and it was complete and fairly self explanatory

The "rocker" has been out for a few years now. You can go with a complete or partial system. Partial being, you supply the switches.

 

[jakeandhisdodge]

I meant to say smittybilt 12k winch, not bumper

 

[Casper66]

My welds are always accompanied by a grinder. Definitely a true statement about strengths

I was a body man / welder fabricator for over 30 years. welding takes practice and it doesn't hurt to have some one experienced looking over your shoulder and helping out. The beauty of it is if you mess up cut it or grind it out and fix it.

 

[Hafaday]

Work on that Tacoma there's about as much aftermarket stuff for them as jeeps and they are fun to work on

You killing me!

A friend of mine that has converted from a Jeep to the Taco, is doing his damn best of trying to get me to mod it out.