Expedition Modded Jeeps - Let's see 'em!!
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Joined: Mar 2007
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From: Midwest City, OK
It is a 2007 Unlimited X with a six speed, manual tranny. It had the S package, so came with tented windows, onboard computer, etc. I have wired in a Garmin Nuvi 550 GPS (hidden wiring), a Cobra 75 CB radio, and K40 3-foot whip mounted to a homemade bracket. The stereo is the RES unit, but I replaced the speakers with the Kicker Mopar replacement speakers (everyone should do this, but just the front provides much improvement).
I had Screamin' Lizard regear it to 4.88s with an Auburn e-locker up front and an Eaton e-locker in the rear. Most of the rest of the work I've done myself, with the help of a number of friends from the forum ... I have Shrockworks rock rails, front and rear bumper. The rear bumper includes their tire swinggate, jerry can racks and trail rack. The hardtop has an MRBP rack with the optional basket, and light brackets. Because the light brackets only take three lights, I've fabbed up my own light bar across them to install four KC long rang Slimlights on the overhead rack. They are not currently hooked up because I'm awaiting a Benchmark Designs dual-battery kit (which I just received an e-mail from with a tracking number after seven months!!). I also have KC driving Slimlights on the light tabs on the front bumper. The front bumper also includes a Warn PowerPlant winch. The stock headlights have been replaced by the IPF JK replacement headlights from Northridge4X4, but I didn't like the bulbs so replaced with with the cheapest ($20) Sylvania Halogen bulbs I could find. They are awesome compared to stock.
I have Teraflex quick disconnects, a 2.5" Teraflex coil lift with Teraflex 9550 shocks. To correct rear spring bow I have Rock Krawler wedges on the rear spring perches. To correct rear sag when the hardtop is installed and all of my gear and supplies and such are aboard, I have Old Manu Emu heavy duty rear springs that I install (back to the 2.5" TF springs when running top off/softop/bikini top). I have also replaced the front lower control arms with Teraflex adjustables to dial in caster to improve steering feel. The front trackbar is the Teraflex Monster, and the rear trackbar is a JKS, allowing me to dial in the tire tracking.
The wheels are Procomp 7089s and the tires are 35" Goodyear Duratracs. I have EVO skids on the front lower control arms and rear shocks. The front axle is the stock D30, but built up. Screamin' Lizard installed EVO sleeves and a friend welded on the gussets o the axle Cs. The front axles are Superior Chromolly. The drag link and tie rod have been replaced with the Currie rod kit. The steering stabilizer has been moved with the Woods (JeepSWAG) kit. I also have the Woods evaporative canister relocation kit, and the Woods off-road muffler (love its sound!).
I also have an AEV snorkel.
Other things I have that are sometimes installed include the Mopar Sunbonnet for softtop owners, a softtop, the Bestop Duster and Windjammer. I also own a set of Off-road Fabrication tube doors.
Wow, I think that about covers it. LOL.
EDIT: NO IT DOESN'T! I also have Riddler differential covers and a RockHard oil pan protection. And I have an ARB refrigerator and an Outback Adventures tailgate table/cutting board combo.
Last edited by Mark Doiron; Sep 1, 2011 at 04:52 AM.
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Joined: Feb 2011
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From: Houston, TX
Originally Posted by Mark Doiron
It's mostly in my signature, but I will try to interpret the cryptic abbreviations (required because of the signature character limitation):
It is a 2007 Unlimited X with a six speed, manual tranny. It had the S package, so came with tented windows, onboard computer, etc. I have wired in a Garmin Nuvi 550 GPS (hidden wiring), a Cobra 75 CB radio, and K40 3-foot whip mounted to a homemade bracket. The stereo is the RES unit, but I replaced the speakers with the Kicker Mopar replacement speakers (everyone should do this, but just the front provides much improvement).
I had Screamin' Lizard regear it to 4.88s with an Auburn e-locker up front and an Eaton e-locker in the rear. Most of the rest of the work I've done myself, with the help of a number of friends from the forum ... I have Shrockworks rock rails, front and rear bumper. The rear bumper includes their tire swinggate, jerry can racks and trail rack. The hardtop has an MRBP rack with the optional basket, and light brackets. Because the light brackets only take three lights, I've fabbed up my own light bar across them to install four KC long rang Slimlights on the overhead rack. They are not currently hooked up because I'm awaiting a Benchmark Designs dual-battery kit (which I just received an e-mail from with a tracking number after seven months!!). I also have KC driving Slimlights on the light tabs on the front bumper. The front bumper also includes a Warn PowerPlant winch. The stock headlights have been replaced by the IPF JK replacement headlights from Northridge4X4, but I didn't like the bulbs so replaced with with the cheapest ($20) Sylvania Halogen bulbs I could find. They are awesome compared to stock.
I have Teraflex quick disconnects, a 2.5" Teraflex coil lift with Teraflex 9550 shocks. To correct rear spring bow I have Rock Krawler wedges on the rear spring perches. To correct rear sag when the hardtop is installed and all of my gear and supplies and such are aboard, I have Old Manu Emu heavy duty rear springs that I install (back to the 2.5" TF springs when running top off/softop/bikini top). I have also replaced the front lower control arms with Teraflex adjustables to dial in caster to improve steering feel. The front trackbar is the Teraflex Monster, and the rear trackbar is a JKS, allowing me to dial in the tire tracking.
The wheels are Procomp 7089s and the tires are 35" Goodyear Duratracs. I have EVO skids on the front lower control arms and rear shocks. The front axle is the stock D30, but built up. Screamin' Lizard installed EVO sleeves and a friend welded on the gussets o the axle Cs. The front axles are Superior Chromolly. The drag link and tie rod have been replaced with the Currie rod kit. The steering stabilizer has been moved with the Woods (JeepSWAG) kit. I also have the Woods evaporative canister relocation kit, and the Woods off-road muffler (love its sound!).
I also have an AEV snorkel.
Other things I have that are sometimes installed include the Mopar Sunbonnet for softtop owners, a softtop, the Bestop Duster and Windjammer. I also own a set of Off-road Fabrication tube doors.
Wow, I think that about covers it. LOL.
EDIT: NO IT DOESN'T! I also have Riddler differential covers and a RockHard oil pan protection. And I have an ARB refrigerator and an Outback Adventures tailgate table/cutting board combo.
It is a 2007 Unlimited X with a six speed, manual tranny. It had the S package, so came with tented windows, onboard computer, etc. I have wired in a Garmin Nuvi 550 GPS (hidden wiring), a Cobra 75 CB radio, and K40 3-foot whip mounted to a homemade bracket. The stereo is the RES unit, but I replaced the speakers with the Kicker Mopar replacement speakers (everyone should do this, but just the front provides much improvement).
I had Screamin' Lizard regear it to 4.88s with an Auburn e-locker up front and an Eaton e-locker in the rear. Most of the rest of the work I've done myself, with the help of a number of friends from the forum ... I have Shrockworks rock rails, front and rear bumper. The rear bumper includes their tire swinggate, jerry can racks and trail rack. The hardtop has an MRBP rack with the optional basket, and light brackets. Because the light brackets only take three lights, I've fabbed up my own light bar across them to install four KC long rang Slimlights on the overhead rack. They are not currently hooked up because I'm awaiting a Benchmark Designs dual-battery kit (which I just received an e-mail from with a tracking number after seven months!!). I also have KC driving Slimlights on the light tabs on the front bumper. The front bumper also includes a Warn PowerPlant winch. The stock headlights have been replaced by the IPF JK replacement headlights from Northridge4X4, but I didn't like the bulbs so replaced with with the cheapest ($20) Sylvania Halogen bulbs I could find. They are awesome compared to stock.
I have Teraflex quick disconnects, a 2.5" Teraflex coil lift with Teraflex 9550 shocks. To correct rear spring bow I have Rock Krawler wedges on the rear spring perches. To correct rear sag when the hardtop is installed and all of my gear and supplies and such are aboard, I have Old Manu Emu heavy duty rear springs that I install (back to the 2.5" TF springs when running top off/softop/bikini top). I have also replaced the front lower control arms with Teraflex adjustables to dial in caster to improve steering feel. The front trackbar is the Teraflex Monster, and the rear trackbar is a JKS, allowing me to dial in the tire tracking.
The wheels are Procomp 7089s and the tires are 35" Goodyear Duratracs. I have EVO skids on the front lower control arms and rear shocks. The front axle is the stock D30, but built up. Screamin' Lizard installed EVO sleeves and a friend welded on the gussets o the axle Cs. The front axles are Superior Chromolly. The drag link and tie rod have been replaced with the Currie rod kit. The steering stabilizer has been moved with the Woods (JeepSWAG) kit. I also have the Woods evaporative canister relocation kit, and the Woods off-road muffler (love its sound!).
I also have an AEV snorkel.
Other things I have that are sometimes installed include the Mopar Sunbonnet for softtop owners, a softtop, the Bestop Duster and Windjammer. I also own a set of Off-road Fabrication tube doors.
Wow, I think that about covers it. LOL.
EDIT: NO IT DOESN'T! I also have Riddler differential covers and a RockHard oil pan protection. And I have an ARB refrigerator and an Outback Adventures tailgate table/cutting board combo.
JK Enthusiast
Joined: Oct 2009
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From: Puebla, pue
Originally Posted by ShakyJake
Gobi racks are the bomb. I use mine for a RTT, even though I have an off-road trailer.
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From: Colorado
Yes, good eye..I turned the hooks down so they don't interfere with the Hella Black driving lights. I like my lights wide so to keep grill air flow unrestricted. Was important previously with tranny cooler, but now even more so with Hemi installed. I also tucked a Superwinch in there for those rare instances...again, Warn's unit blocked too much air flow for my liking. One side note, if you also have the Mopar rear bumper, be aware that you can add the AEV rear tire carrier to it (second pic). I posted a thread where I did this and it works great. I really like this carrier as there are mounts for accessories...they just came out with a slick 10gal fuel tank that sits on it.
JK Enthusiast
Joined: Oct 2009
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From: Puebla, pue
Originally Posted by ShakyJake
These trailers are great fun, but, like our Jeeps, they are time and money pits!
Yes, good eye..I turned the hooks down so they don't interfere with the Hella Black driving lights. I like my lights wide so to keep grill air flow unrestricted. Was important previously with tranny cooler, but now even more so with Hemi installed. I also tucked a Superwinch in there for those rare instances...again, Warn's unit blocked too much air flow for my liking. One side note, if you also have the Mopar rear bumper, be aware that you can add the AEV rear tire carrier to it (second pic). I posted a thread where I did this and it works great. I really like this carrier as there are mounts for accessories...they just came out with a slick 10gal fuel tank that sits on it.
Yes, good eye..I turned the hooks down so they don't interfere with the Hella Black driving lights. I like my lights wide so to keep grill air flow unrestricted. Was important previously with tranny cooler, but now even more so with Hemi installed. I also tucked a Superwinch in there for those rare instances...again, Warn's unit blocked too much air flow for my liking. One side note, if you also have the Mopar rear bumper, be aware that you can add the AEV rear tire carrier to it (second pic). I posted a thread where I did this and it works great. I really like this carrier as there are mounts for accessories...they just came out with a slick 10gal fuel tank that sits on it.
