1 ton jk build
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From: jackson,ms
Awesome build, I see you put my money to good use. 
I was thinking of doing roughly the same thing on mine but didn't want to lift it that much or run that large of tire and was afraid id run into clearance issues with the Ford 60.
I ended up snapping one of the factory rear shafts and didn't like the way the Detroit rode with the manual anyway so I put an ARB with 35 spline axles in the back as well.
I'm very happy with the setup now, and can still park it in the garage.
Went to HawkPride a couple weeks ago, was hot as hell but enjoyed the trails.
I was thinking of doing roughly the same thing on mine but didn't want to lift it that much or run that large of tire and was afraid id run into clearance issues with the Ford 60.
I ended up snapping one of the factory rear shafts and didn't like the way the Detroit rode with the manual anyway so I put an ARB with 35 spline axles in the back as well.
I'm very happy with the setup now, and can still park it in the garage.
Went to HawkPride a couple weeks ago, was hot as hell but enjoyed the trails.
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From: Southaven, MS
It is only 77 inches to the top of the windshield. It has roughly between 4-5 inches of lift, it will fit in any standard garage. Yes I did put your money to good use, how do you like the upgrade in the rear. Also did you sell the detroit, i have a buddy that may want to buy it.
Love the rear, feels like stock again on the street, wife can drive it and doesn't complain.
I sold the Detroit to a fellow member of my club, it was sold before I even took it out.
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From: jackson,ms
My garage is low, with just the 2.5" BB and 35's I only have about 3" of clearance. I have some 3.5" springs I'm gonna put on next then some 37's if I still got room when my 35's wear out.
Love the rear, feels like stock again on the street, wife can drive it and doesn't complain.
I sold the Detroit to a fellow member of my club, it was sold before I even took it out.
Love the rear, feels like stock again on the street, wife can drive it and doesn't complain.
I sold the Detroit to a fellow member of my club, it was sold before I even took it out.
Hoping to keep it under 5000 trail ready.
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From: Southaven, MS
Also noticed that my turning radius was increased while off road since both rears were always pushing strait ahead, rather minor problem but was noticeable.
Getting off topic anyway.
