My red JKU Sahara Build
02-23-2015, 03:38 PM
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Before I start with the build thread for my Unlimited, I'd like to take a moment to remember my first Jeep. I purchased a 2009 JK X 2 door in 2010 and right away became a jeep fanatic. This was a great Jeep which was I had a blast with. 
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02-23-2015, 03:46 PM
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All right, now on to the new. In 2013 my wife Brandy and I traded the 2 door in on a 2010 JK Unlimited Sahara with only around 26000 miles on it. The day it arrived at our home I installed my set of Rigid Dually's on the A pillar. 
I then promptly followed that up by cutting the factory fender flares. This is something I highly recommend for anyone who will be offroading their Jeep JK. 
A set of D Ring Mounts from Off Road Evolution quickly replaced the plastic rear bumper and Rubicon Rails replaced the stock plastic Sahara steps. 
I ran the Jeep in this trim for quite a while and it performed much better than I would have thought a non rubicon would do. I really enjoyed the longer wheelbase and the convenience of 4 doors. 
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I then cut the big wings off the factory bumper and installed metal end caps. I got a great deal on some Smittybilt steel flares as well. I also purchased some used 35/12.50.R17 Toyo Open Country MT's and some Pro Comp 17 inch wheels. And around this same time I installed a 1 inch M.O.R.E. body lift. 
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I really don't like hardtops. So, I traded mine for a set of Method wheels and a Bestop Trektop. I was very happy with my trade. I also added a 2.5 inch spacer lift. 
I then added an ARB compressor, some Poison Spyder RICO step rails, a Smittybilt Tire Carrier, and raised her up to a 4 inch lift thanks to Off Road Evolution. 
I also recently added a Cobra 29LX CB radio 
And Off Road Evolution Light mounts and Hi Lift Carrier 
So that's pretty much is how she stands now. I'll try to keep this thread as updated as possible as she continues to Evolve! 
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