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Old 01-06-2016, 10:07 AM
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Hi there. Just picked up a 2016 JKU Black Bear Edition in Hydro Blue before the new year.

It will be a slower build than I am used to, but I am excited.

Night I got her...



Getting some dinner after the deal was done with my brother, who just picked up a 2015 JKU Sport a couple months ago.



Got the front windows tinted a couple days ago, and now the small stuff is coming in;
Bartact Paracord handles (rear come tomorrow)

Rugged Ridge Phone mount
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Old 01-10-2016, 07:12 PM
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Looks like a nice project in the making! Keep us posted as you add bits and bobs to it.
Old 12-16-2016, 08:08 AM
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It has been a while since I updated this thread... life.

So, next up was this "AEV" premium front bumper...

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Turns out it was a fake, so I ended up getting rid of it.

Also pictured, custom Morimoto Sealed 7's with panamera shrouds built by a friend (BajaHID)

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Ended up finding a great deal on a COD MW3 AEV bumper

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Also, got a Hardrock hood painted to give the Jeep a more aggressive look.
Old 12-16-2016, 08:15 AM
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Started acquiring some parts for the lift...

Raceline monsters 17"
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Cooper ST MAXX 315/70/17... the sketchy ride to Costco to mount them
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Mounted
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2:00am or so and the install was complete... smittybilt oversize tire carrier on the back (temporary)
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Old 12-16-2016, 08:21 AM
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Got Blue Steel all washed up for some photos
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Next up, picked up a Crawler Conceptz Rear Bumper / Tire Carrier

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Which changed my plans for the front bumper...

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Crawler Conceptz Ultra Front Bumper with recessed winch mount
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Next up was the Head unit / back-up camera... I went with the Alpine INE-W967HD to tie into my existing Alpine system (and just a fan of Alpine products). Define Conceptz did a great job on the install and wired in the accessory control module (will be able to control everything from the headunit) and some other cool features.

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Last update of the year and how it sits now... Drake hood latches...

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