The more time you spend on the trails the more you'll be able to identify your weakness's (ability and rig). I took my stock 2010 out on numerous tails that tested us and over time I was able to find what needed changing. For me armor and tires made a huge difference. As your skills improve adding a lift and bumpers (and winch) while only help as the trail rating increases. Keep going out with more experienced drivers, the skills you learn will be invaluable.

 

Someone running 3.5 inches of lift and 35s I would expect them to be on at least black trails not blue.

 

Hey bro. Anthony here. Jd a great time. Great meeting you. After that last water hole my engine is clicking like a diesel Gotta clean it up and go see mr dealer

2015 JKUR, Anvil, 3.5" AEV, 35x12.5R17 Nitto Trail Grapplers, Bestop Trektop Pro, TruckLites, Poison Spyder Stubby, Smittybilt 12.5 XRC, Red Prolink, EVO rear bumper cover, Banks CAI & Cat Back,

 

2015 JKUR, Anvil, 3.5" AEV, 35x12.5R17 Nitto Trail Grapplers, Bestop Trektop Pro, TruckLites, Poison Spyder Stubby, Smittybilt 12.5 XRC, Red Prolink, EVO rear bumper cover, Banks CAI & Cat Back,