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Old May 11, 2012 | 04:44 PM
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Over the school year I've done minor things to my jeep, now that summer vacation is here and I can work more this is what I'm thinking... And I'm always accepting suggestions on what you all would think would look nice!

I'm going to start with ace rails (must buy), and MBRP grill guard. Any opinions? And I'm also thinking about a TF budget boost eventually.

This is what I'm working with..



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Old May 11, 2012 | 06:18 PM
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Sounds like you're up to @$700 or $800, give or take. You drive a lot? Mud terrains or some other more aggressive tire would look mighty nice with that lift...
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Old May 11, 2012 | 07:19 PM
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Originally Posted by jrhsvt
Sounds like you're up to @$700 or $800, give or take. You drive a lot? Mud terrains or some other more aggressive tire would look mighty nice with that lift...
I do drive alot, but I love every mile ! I would love 35in or even rubi tires?
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Old May 11, 2012 | 07:53 PM
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When I got my '12 sport, I sold the stock tires and got all 5 Rubi tires; I drive tons and love it; gas mileage didn't really change; I guess it's my holding pattern before 35's. There's people on here selling their Rubi tires gently used all the time. That would be pretty cost effective. Going 35's you'd need either wheels with appropriate offset or spacers with your stockers plus your lift. It seems to get more involved if you actually take it offroad like some of these guys do.
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Old May 12, 2012 | 06:31 AM
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Originally Posted by jrhsvt
When I got my '12 sport, I sold the stock tires and got all 5 Rubi tires; I drive tons and love it; gas mileage didn't really change; I guess it's my holding pattern before 35's. There's people on here selling their Rubi tires gently used all the time. That would be pretty cost effective. Going 35's you'd need either wheels with appropriate offset or spacers with your stockers plus your lift. It seems to get more involved if you actually take it offroad like some of these guys do.
Thanks for the help ! Now it's time to keep my eyes open for some great deals. Do you have any pictures of your setup ?
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Old May 12, 2012 | 07:48 AM
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Bad cell phone pic; it basically looks similar to a stock rubi but with no stickers/badging.
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Old May 12, 2012 | 08:00 AM
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Originally Posted by jrhsvt
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Bad cell phone pic; it basically looks similar to a stock rubi but with no stickers/badging.
I like it a lot. Also the de badging looks great too. A white 4 door was my #1 choice however couldn't strike a deal
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