Stay tuned as parts come in and I start to build it up. "Ex Umbris Venimus"
ReconJeep's 2016 JKUR build
ReconJeep
Stay tuned as parts come in and I start to build it up. "Ex Umbris Venimus"
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AWESOME build! Really digging the direction you're headed. Sub'd to see where you take this next and for future copying of some of your mods.
Thanks! I get ideas from other people's builds, but some I have come up on my own depending on my needs.
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Got some Raingler safety nets and grab handles. The roof ones are great for stuffing clothes maps and hanging things like winch gloves. I also got a cargo safety net so nothing comes flying into the passenger area in case of a roll or accident. Haven't installed it since it can go behind the front seats or the rear seats. I'll install it depending on my needs at the moment.
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looks pretty slick.. i may have to check them out.. I have duffle bags full of molle pouches!!!
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Ramped the truck to adjust the adjustable bump stops. It was close to 1000! Once I get some high clearance fenders I'm sure I can get a bit more flex.
The bad news is that the drive shaft is getting hung up on the EVO evap skid.
I'm guessing I'm going to have to replace drive shaft to a thinner one.
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Started installing the first of the color matched parts. I did them all in flat Mojave Sand instead of shiny clear coated. I chose the Teraflex rocksliders because it has the wide step. It helps keep obstacles away from the truck and the wife has somewhere to step on when getting in. I'm aware that it accumulates crap on there but it's primarily a daily driver, so I'll clean it off the few times I get to hit the trails.
I added some clear skateboard grip tape to make getting in less lethal on wet days.
I like how it's starting to look. Can't wait to get the other color matched parts. Later down the road I'll also do the hardtop.
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Time to get rid of the cheap factory plastic bumper and replace it with a nice Warn one. Install wasn't too bad but since it's so damn hot out, it became a bit of a sweat fest.
I like the simplicity and look of the Warn bumper. I also like that it wraps around the corners to protect them. Tomorrow, the front bumper.
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Time to tackle the front bumper and skid plate.
What a pain it was. Holes didn't line up. Bracket was missing. Fortunately Warn customer service is on point and sent it out. I have the winch mount and winch, but won't install it for now. I'm doing a custom winch install with an industrial contactor instead of the solenoid pack, and will require custom made cables. In the pics the color looks off, but it's because it's a flat version of Mojave Sand instead of glossy. It does match quite well.
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Today was fender day! Will be installing River Raiders +2" fenders that have been color matched. It turned out to be quite and ordeal since they didn't fit with the Teraflex rocksliders. Had to do quite a lot of trimming , and then repaint them. It ended up taking close to 10 hours. Since I worked into the night, the finished pics won't be till tomorrow.
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Fenders are on! The look I had envisioned is really starting to come together.
Once I get the Huthcinson beadlocks back from paint and they get mounted, the truck will get a much better stance. Plan to get taller spring for the rear too because right now they're nearly bottomed out and the truck is unloaded.
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great looking rig. I'm going to rob some of your storage solutions.
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Are you group? noticed the decal on the tailgate?![Image]()
Fenders are on! The look I had envisioned is really starting to come together.
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Once I get the Huthcinson beadlocks back from paint and they get mounted, the truck will get a much better stance. Plan to get taller spring for the rear too because right now they're nearly bottomed out and the truck is unloaded.
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No. Supporter of GBF. Range I train at here in NC are all retired Group guys and they organize fundraisers for GBF. Always helping out and contributing in any way possible.
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Awesome.. I never got my long tab just 2 short ones.. lots of friends in 3rd and 7th.. nothing wrong with helping out... !!!!
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Ranger? Airborne?
Least I can do is help out considering everything you guys have done for the rest of us.
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