TMW Posted November 13, 2013 Share Posted November 13, 2013 looks great and gives me ideas for my mj Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xjustinx Posted January 10, 2014 Author Share Posted January 10, 2014 Empty Post Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xjustinx Posted January 16, 2014 Author Share Posted January 16, 2014 Its been a good month for the Jeep... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xjustinx Posted January 20, 2014 Author Share Posted January 20, 2014 Everything all installed and aligned. Got a new RE stabilizer as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xjustinx Posted February 6, 2014 Author Share Posted February 6, 2014 Picked up a pair of Arb shackles. There is a decent amount of slop when installed in the d-ring mounts. Saw crown makes some isolators, but I waned to find something local. Stopped by Ace to see if I could find anything on the hardware isle. Didnt have any luck, I then roamed the store some and ended up on the pluming isle.... Notice the play These are the washers I saw and figured would work. can't go wrong for 1.49 each Perfect fit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xjustinx Posted February 20, 2014 Author Share Posted February 20, 2014 Installed a Ford Explorer transmission cooler today. Just used some cooler zip retainers from Autozone. Quick and easy upgrade. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neohic Posted February 20, 2014 Share Posted February 20, 2014 I really dig this truck. It's not all that over the top, but the function and form of it really makes for a neat rig! Hat's off, sir and great build so far. :thumbsup: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xjustinx Posted February 21, 2014 Author Share Posted February 21, 2014 I really dig this truck. It's not all that over the top, but the function and form of it really makes for a neat rig! Hat's off, sir and great build so far. :thumbsup:Thanks man. I have a lit of fun working on the jeep. I just like to be proactive instead of reactive I guess. Fix all weak parts! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
87 COMANCHE PIONEER Posted February 23, 2014 Share Posted February 23, 2014 What does the reverse/cargo light look like from the rear? By the way, love the truck; building mine almost the same way. Drive shaft is being a pain though. :headpop: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xjustinx Posted February 26, 2014 Author Share Posted February 26, 2014 Here is a pic from the rear of the light. Not sure if that is the view you wanted though. Also....UPS brought me some new parts!! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jahlborn Posted February 26, 2014 Share Posted February 26, 2014 Picked up a pair of Arb shackles. There is a decent amount of slop when installed in the d-ring mounts. Saw crown makes some isolators, but I waned to find something local. Stopped by Ace to see if I could find anything on the hardware isle. Didnt have any luck, I then roamed the store some and ended up on the pluming isle.... Very nice. I was going to do that on my last Jeep but having the shackle off to one side was just too much for my OCD. I cut up an old radiator hose and came out with this.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xjustinx Posted February 26, 2014 Author Share Posted February 26, 2014 That's a good idea too. I'm usually like you but I could handle them being to one side this time lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jahlborn Posted February 26, 2014 Share Posted February 26, 2014 Yeah, its less pieces to drop when you actually have to used them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zackcj7 Posted February 27, 2014 Share Posted February 27, 2014 Like the Clayton Long arms. I'm trying to decide on long arm setup for mine. Why did they powder coat the arms but not the cross member? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xjustinx Posted February 27, 2014 Author Share Posted February 27, 2014 Like the Clayton Long arms. I'm trying to decide on long arm setup for mine. Why did they powder coat the arms but not the cross member? Its because I have to weld the ends of the crossmember to the unibody frame. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronbo Posted February 27, 2014 Share Posted February 27, 2014 I like the looks of the truck and steps your taking on your build. Do you know where you want the build to get to, tire size, lift amount and so on? I was thinking about the Clayton long arms for mine but I wasn't sure that I liked how far they hung down under the frame. I went with the TNT setup because the control arms hook into the belly pan which, tucking them up higher. I also like the TNT system since it braced the belly pan by bolts going thru the frame rather than mounting to the nutserts only. Is the Clayton system designed to weld to the frame also? Great build and a good looking truck. This is the first time I read your build but I will keep following it to check on where it goes. Ron Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spectormj Posted February 27, 2014 Share Posted February 27, 2014 So far so good man Maybe i missed it some where but what did you use for the sliders?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xjustinx Posted February 27, 2014 Author Share Posted February 27, 2014 I like the looks of the truck and steps your taking on your build. Do you know where you want the build to get to, tire size, lift amount and so on? I was thinking about the Clayton long arms for mine but I wasn't sure that I liked how far they hung down under the frame. I went with the TNT setup because the control arms hook into the belly pan which, tucking them up higher. I also like the TNT system since it braced the belly pan by bolts going thru the frame rather than mounting to the nutserts only. Is the Clayton system designed to weld to the frame also? Great build and a good looking truck. This is the first time I read your build but I will keep following it to check on where it goes. Ron As far as the height I'm right were I want to be, I still have decided if I want to keep 33s or step up to 35s. I'm happy with the 33s right now and they have alot of tread left. The Clayton crossmember uses 4 of the original crossmember bolts and then its welded on the 3 sides on each end of the crossmember. So far so good man Maybe i missed it some where but what did you use for the sliders?? The siders are Trail Gear universal fit for toyotas. 67" length Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xjustinx Posted February 28, 2014 Author Share Posted February 28, 2014 Got the crossmember installed and welded today, ran out of time to get the rest on. Used this rustolium for the first time and its pretty awesome Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xjustinx Posted March 3, 2014 Author Share Posted March 3, 2014 Arms are installed, and let me tell you cutting off the lower control arm mounts with a grinder and sawzall is the biggest pain in the @$$. Thank god for Milwaukee blades. Got to do a final adjustment on Thursday then it's off to the alignment rack again. I will say there is def an increase of road noise since the crossmember arm connection is right below the cab now. I guess no carpet makes it more noticeable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spectormj Posted March 4, 2014 Share Posted March 4, 2014 shiny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
87 COMANCHE PIONEER Posted March 7, 2014 Share Posted March 7, 2014 Perfect and I love your truck, great inspiration for mine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xjustinx Posted March 14, 2014 Author Share Posted March 14, 2014 My old group 58 battery took a dump this morning, almost made me late for work. Had to wake the wife up at 4:30 this morning and take me to work :doh: Went to napa and got the rebadged Deka agm battery, its a group 34. Just need to get a set of military terminal clamps cause i don't trust the top post ones I have now to not hit the hood. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xjustinx Posted March 20, 2014 Author Share Posted March 20, 2014 Haven't really got to utilize JKS quick disconnects since I didnt have anyway to tie them back. Went to tractor supply and gathered up what I need to make retainers. I got 4 feet of wire but I really could have got away with using 3 feet. Had to drill a hole in the passenger side fender under the battery tray. The driver side already had a hole that was easy to use. Sizing up the cable All finished and excess wire trimmed, and wire pulled out of the way for daily driving. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xjustinx Posted March 25, 2014 Author Share Posted March 25, 2014 Got my military battery terminals in from Prime 4x4, its always nice doing business with them. Also made a fender mounted ground cable for the heck of it. Ta da, all done Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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