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My JK X Started

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Old Dec 1, 2008 | 05:26 PM
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Alright I found a deal on a new JK.
So I decided to buy a X and build it up versus buying a stock Rubicon and no money for mods. I was thining that since it isn't going to be a DD I didn't want to spend the money on anything I didn't want. So X it was.

JK 2dr X $14K OTD
RE 4.5 Long Arm, RE Drive Shafts and Monotube Shocks $5K installed
Mopar Rubicon Axels $2500
BFG 37x1250R17 Mud Terrain KM2 $1250
Soft 8's 17x9 $350

I am into it for about $24K and officially Emptied Every Pocket 'til next season.

The lift arrived today. The Wheels and tires will be in tomorrow along with the rear axel, the front axel is two weeks out. Just need to take a few days off and get it into the shop.

Next on the list will be bumpers and a winch.
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Old Dec 1, 2008 | 05:28 PM
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Good luck with the build. You went the right route.
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Old Dec 1, 2008 | 05:32 PM
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Holy Crap! $14K for a new JK... Sounds like a steal!
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Old Dec 1, 2008 | 05:37 PM
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i can't wait to see your rig! i'm so excited for you!
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Old Dec 1, 2008 | 07:04 PM
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Congrats! Looking forward to seeing the pictures when your install is complete.
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Old Dec 1, 2008 | 07:26 PM
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Originally Posted by bobzinger
Congrats! Looking forward to seeing the pictures when your install is complete.


x2...Cant wait for the pics, when completed
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Old Dec 1, 2008 | 08:22 PM
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Originally Posted by S10x1000
I bought my x for 18 flat so you done good there my friend. I didnt have 5k left over for a BA rubicon express lift though
Call Dave Smith motors in Kellog, ID. Talk to Anthony ext. 1108.

Made the deal over the phone and picked it up with a trailer. Was there for about an hour total.
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Old Dec 2, 2008 | 02:17 AM
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Nice! Sounds like a good plan.
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Old Dec 2, 2008 | 03:06 AM
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Congrats on the find! What was the MSRP?
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Old Dec 2, 2008 | 04:32 AM
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Nice list of mods you have there. Now get in the shop and lets see some pics!!
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