Wrecked Rubi
JK Super Freak
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From: Lake Elsinore
I can tell by looking at the pics the front frame crossmember is bent. This is welded to the frame thereby making this frame damaged as any welded on crossmember is considered part of the frame.
JK Freak
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From: Poway, California
I have a 2012 Rubi JKU. Sat I was hit head on. Nobody was hurt, thank god, but my JKU undercarriage is gone. I went right up on top and stopped in his windshield. Nobody damage to my jeep but major front end under damage. I had and AEV 3.5 suspension.
I need a new front axle, upper and lower control arms, front sway bar disco system, steering linkage, track bar, and new AEV brackets.
The other guys insurance is paying 100% With the high cost of MOPAR parts I think I can get better stuff. What should I get?
I need a new front axle, upper and lower control arms, front sway bar disco system, steering linkage, track bar, and new AEV brackets.
The other guys insurance is paying 100% With the high cost of MOPAR parts I think I can get better stuff. What should I get?
(frame horns can be replaced legit) 
I'm sure a Dynatrac 44 would fit the bill nicely along with a quality set of adjustable upper & lower control arms. For the steering I like the Synergy drag link & tie rod components. Tough to go wrong with Bilstein shocks and some Teraflex sway bar links.Good luck on the repairs
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JK Enthusiast
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From: Kingston, NH
Here's an answer to your question, assuming the frame rails are parallel and square (frame horns can be replaced legit) I'm sure a Dynatrac 44 would fit the bill nicely along with a quality set of adjustable upper & lower control arms. For the steering I like the Synergy drag link & tie rod components. Tough to go wrong with Bilstein shocks and some Teraflex sway bar links.
Good luck on the repairs
(frame horns can be replaced legit) I'm sure a Dynatrac 44 would fit the bill nicely along with a quality set of adjustable upper & lower control arms. For the steering I like the Synergy drag link & tie rod components. Tough to go wrong with Bilstein shocks and some Teraflex sway bar links.Good luck on the repairs
Thanks that is what i am looking for. I need ideas.
The frame measures straight. Front frame cross bar is bent and needs to be replaced. I was thinking about a Terra 44, Currie steering and AntiRock sway bar.
JK Enthusiast
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From: Springwater,NY
First and foremost you are all safe.
My 2 cents, you have a considerable amount of front diff damage and it sounds like crossmember damage. Frame is straight and square. Good starting point.
One thing to check is the transfer case as it looks like the diff rolled back and therefore could have stuffed your front driveshaft into the transfer case. Check for cracks in housing and such.
As to replacement - there is a large market out there. Base it on your plans with the vehicle and take your time to plan it out. Might just want to include the rear diff replacement to match it all out.
Stay safe.
Mandor6863
My 2 cents, you have a considerable amount of front diff damage and it sounds like crossmember damage. Frame is straight and square. Good starting point.
One thing to check is the transfer case as it looks like the diff rolled back and therefore could have stuffed your front driveshaft into the transfer case. Check for cracks in housing and such.
As to replacement - there is a large market out there. Base it on your plans with the vehicle and take your time to plan it out. Might just want to include the rear diff replacement to match it all out.
Stay safe.
Mandor6863
JK Freak
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From: Poway, California
Some bumper mfg's (Poison Spyder) recommend cutting off the lower crossmember so that's not a big deal. It's good to look at the transfer case but know also there is 2 to 3 inches of travel at the front slip joint of the drive shaft so you may not have damaged the transfer case.
Could be a nice way to upgrade the suspension
Let us know how it goes
