4xForePlay's Unlimited Rubicon Build
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JK Newbie
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From: Florida
4xForePlay's Unlimited Rubicon Build
So I have officially made the leap to the dark side! On June 19th, 2013 I traded my 2006 TJ X for a 2009 JK Unlimited Rubicon. I spent a little over 3 years modifying my TJ but came across this JK and an offer I couldn't refuse.
My TJ:
I bought my TJ stock and soon thereafter got to work. In three years, I swapped the front axle with a HP Dana 30 out of a Cherokee and installed an Aussie locker in said axle. In addition to that, a Currie 3" progressive spring lift, JKS HD adjustable track bar, MetalCloak front bumper and 32" all-terrains. About 2 weeks before trading it in I finished building a set of rock rails mimicking EVO rails. For my first major welding attempt, they came out very nice in my opinion. As we all do, I had big plans for that jeep but like I said, I got this JK for a great price and had to jump on it.
My JKU Rubicon:
I bought this Rubicon in basically it's stock form, if not less than stock form. From the dealer it had 32" "all-terrains" that were more like street radials. On the positive side, it is the first time in a long time I have had power windows, power locks and even navigation. All seems odd in a Jeep but I can appreciate it.
This is the day after I bought it
As with any Jeeper, I took the Jeep out to play as soon as I could. It was nothing intense, mainly because the tires were so bad I am not sure if they could have gripped an asphalt hill.
My TJ:
I bought my TJ stock and soon thereafter got to work. In three years, I swapped the front axle with a HP Dana 30 out of a Cherokee and installed an Aussie locker in said axle. In addition to that, a Currie 3" progressive spring lift, JKS HD adjustable track bar, MetalCloak front bumper and 32" all-terrains. About 2 weeks before trading it in I finished building a set of rock rails mimicking EVO rails. For my first major welding attempt, they came out very nice in my opinion. As we all do, I had big plans for that jeep but like I said, I got this JK for a great price and had to jump on it.
My JKU Rubicon:
I bought this Rubicon in basically it's stock form, if not less than stock form. From the dealer it had 32" "all-terrains" that were more like street radials. On the positive side, it is the first time in a long time I have had power windows, power locks and even navigation. All seems odd in a Jeep but I can appreciate it.
This is the day after I bought it
As with any Jeeper, I took the Jeep out to play as soon as I could. It was nothing intense, mainly because the tires were so bad I am not sure if they could have gripped an asphalt hill.
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JK Newbie
Joined: Jun 2013
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From: Florida
After experiencing quite a bit of disappointment having just bought a Rubicon and not making it as far as the TJ I just traded in for it, I knew I had to make some improvements. First things first, remove those Rugged Ridge steps and get some better tires. So I upgraded to a new set of 35" Goodyear MTR with Kevlar.
After putting the new tires on I quickly realized the Rubicon rock rails were going to be a problem. I did a little research and found an easy solution. Just takes some guts and an angle grinder, and the problem is fixed.
Cut the pinch seam and the Rubi rails:
Up next is a lift and wheel spacers along with a new JKS trackbar!
After putting the new tires on I quickly realized the Rubicon rock rails were going to be a problem. I did a little research and found an easy solution. Just takes some guts and an angle grinder, and the problem is fixed.
Cut the pinch seam and the Rubi rails:
Up next is a lift and wheel spacers along with a new JKS trackbar!
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JK Newbie
Joined: Jun 2013
Posts: 20
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From: Florida
