Zombie Killer build
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Zombie Killer build
I've decided to name my '10 JK Unlimited 'Zombie Killer' 
In this thread I'll keep a record of all the things that take it from 'showroom' to 'mine'.
It started life as a Charcoal Grey Pearl 'sport' with the hard top, auto tranny, tow package, and satellite radio.
In order the mods I've completed are:
Here it is as-received:
And here it is as of today:
In this thread I'll keep a record of all the things that take it from 'showroom' to 'mine'.
It started life as a Charcoal Grey Pearl 'sport' with the hard top, auto tranny, tow package, and satellite radio.
In order the mods I've completed are:
- Added factory side steps {Body}
- Removed stickers {Body}
- Installed factory soft top {Body}
- Replaced floor mats and cargo mat {Random}
- Blacked out the antenna {Body}
- Installed white fog/parking light lenses {Lighting and Electrical}
- Installed white side marker lenses {Lighting and Electrical}
- Added Kilby cargo panel walls {Body}
- Installed front & rear door grab handles {Random}
- Replaced headlights {Lighting and Electrical}
- CB Install {Lighting and Electrical}
- Shrockworks front bumper
- Dual-battery tray
- Side mirror drilling
- Dual-blade windshield wipers
- Soft top rear quick releases
- 35" Duratracs on AEV argent Pintlers {Suspension & Wheels}
- Mopar door sill protectors {Random}
- Superchips programmer
- 3" Suspension Lift, driveline upgrade, 5.13 regear, Crown purple brake extensions (ordered & scheduled!)
- Tuffy under-seat security box {Random}
- Rollbar-mount first aid kit {Random}
- Assembled a recovery kit
- Warn PowerPlant winch
- rear bumper
- Blacked out the muffler (use high-temp BBQ grill paint)
- Rotopax gas and water tank carrier
Here it is as-received:
And here it is as of today:
Last edited by Robar; May 27, 2011 at 03:55 AM. Reason: Blacklisted manufacturer
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Random & Minor Things
Quadratech floor mats/cargo liner (5-second install thread)
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MasterCraft grab handles (5-second install thread)
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Tuffy seat security drawer install thread
A sturdy metal locking drawer that fits underneath the driver's side seat.
Smittybilt rollbar first aid kit Jeep first aid kit on my blog)
A decent little bag that can strap to a roll bar. I described all the stuff I put in it on my blog and in one of the posts around #41 in this thread.
Quadratech floor mats/cargo liner (5-second install thread)
MasterCraft grab handles (5-second install thread)
Tuffy seat security drawer install thread
A sturdy metal locking drawer that fits underneath the driver's side seat.
Smittybilt rollbar first aid kit Jeep first aid kit on my blog)
A decent little bag that can strap to a roll bar. I described all the stuff I put in it on my blog and in one of the posts around #41 in this thread.
Last edited by X-caiver; Apr 26, 2010 at 05:45 PM.
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Lighting & Electrical
White parking lights and White side marker lights installation write-up thread
IPF H4 Headlights installation write-up thread
Cobra CB and Firestik Antenna installation write-up thread
Dual battery install
White parking lights and White side marker lights installation write-up thread
IPF H4 Headlights installation write-up thread
Cobra CB and Firestik Antenna installation write-up thread
Dual battery install
Last edited by X-caiver; Sep 4, 2010 at 04:16 PM.
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Body
Factory side steps, Removal of stickers, OEM Soft Top, Black out the antenna(no separate write-ups for these)
Factory side step install was an easy 1-man job. Even though they are long the way the clamps work you can slide it on and it will stay put without any bolts. The trick is realizing that the bolt holes in the frame are hidden underneath gummy tape stuff. If you try to line the side step up with the frame holes that are exposed you'll be confused why things are a half-inch out of alignment!
Sticker removal is done with a hair dryer gently applied to loosen the glue, then the decals peel off. Water+finger can get any remaining glue off the body. The stickers in the front non-tinted windows (theft deterrent and something else) can be done with a razor. I left the Trail Rated badge and the front grill's Jeep lettering on.
OEM Soft Top install is a big pain in the butt. Read the instructions several times, and watch the 'how to use your softtop' video on Jeep.com before attempting the install (the pictures in the instructions totally suck). Seeing a soft-top from the inside in real life would help a lot.
Blacking the antenna is done by unscrewing the antenna, taping a wire to the threads (so you have something too hang it by and so the threads don't get gunked up). I used spray Plasti-Dip, which is a black rubber available at the hardware store. Hung the antenna upside down, thin coats to prevent dripping, 20 minutes between coats, 3 or 4 coats, then left to fully dry for 6 hours before screwing back in. (spray in the spray paint aisle, can in the tool section)
Kilby cargo side panels install thread
Metal panels that cover the cargo bay walls, giving you a nice platform for mounting other things.
Factory side steps, Removal of stickers, OEM Soft Top, Black out the antenna(no separate write-ups for these)
Factory side step install was an easy 1-man job. Even though they are long the way the clamps work you can slide it on and it will stay put without any bolts. The trick is realizing that the bolt holes in the frame are hidden underneath gummy tape stuff. If you try to line the side step up with the frame holes that are exposed you'll be confused why things are a half-inch out of alignment!
Sticker removal is done with a hair dryer gently applied to loosen the glue, then the decals peel off. Water+finger can get any remaining glue off the body. The stickers in the front non-tinted windows (theft deterrent and something else) can be done with a razor. I left the Trail Rated badge and the front grill's Jeep lettering on.
OEM Soft Top install is a big pain in the butt. Read the instructions several times, and watch the 'how to use your softtop' video on Jeep.com before attempting the install (the pictures in the instructions totally suck). Seeing a soft-top from the inside in real life would help a lot.
Blacking the antenna is done by unscrewing the antenna, taping a wire to the threads (so you have something too hang it by and so the threads don't get gunked up). I used spray Plasti-Dip, which is a black rubber available at the hardware store. Hung the antenna upside down, thin coats to prevent dripping, 20 minutes between coats, 3 or 4 coats, then left to fully dry for 6 hours before screwing back in. (spray in the spray paint aisle, can in the tool section)
Kilby cargo side panels install thread
Metal panels that cover the cargo bay walls, giving you a nice platform for mounting other things.
Last edited by X-caiver; Apr 10, 2010 at 03:15 PM.
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Suspension & Wheels
Wrangler Duratracs & AEV Pintlers
My AEV Pintlers, in argent, came in 2 weeks ago (next day shipping from Northridge4x4 - they're just across the lake!) but the tires took a long time to come in. I think it was just over 2 weeks to get the 5 35" Wrangler Duratracs in at my local Discount Tire. Finally arrived and got them mounted up, along with some Orange TPMS for each one. A set of silver center caps showed up after I took these two pictures - they look a lot better than the bright yellow ones that came with the wheels.
For others wondering how to get tires home that won't fit on your vehicle until you get a lift - 4 of these would fit in the back of your Unlimited with the seats folded down and the rear window removed.
Wrangler Duratracs & AEV Pintlers
My AEV Pintlers, in argent, came in 2 weeks ago (next day shipping from Northridge4x4 - they're just across the lake!) but the tires took a long time to come in. I think it was just over 2 weeks to get the 5 35" Wrangler Duratracs in at my local Discount Tire. Finally arrived and got them mounted up, along with some Orange TPMS for each one. A set of silver center caps showed up after I took these two pictures - they look a lot better than the bright yellow ones that came with the wheels.
For others wondering how to get tires home that won't fit on your vehicle until you get a lift - 4 of these would fit in the back of your Unlimited with the seats folded down and the rear window removed.
Last edited by X-caiver; Apr 2, 2010 at 11:00 PM.
