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5-Speed XJ
03-12-2011, 11:47 PM
so this is what i started with
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/1998%20Stock%20Jeep%20Cherokee%20with%20some%20sti ckers/000_0042.jpg

Saved up for a lift and tires
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/2009%20ENH%20Fall%20Foliage%20Run/FallRun1.jpg

Then basically pulled off my bumpers so i made some and got a winch and sliders
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/2009%20Bumpers/IMG_0191.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/2009%20Bumpers/IMG_0190.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/2009%20Bumpers/Sliders%20And%20Flairs/IMG_0104.jpg

Then 3.07's got really old fast so i found a 8.8 with 4.10 and rebuilt it and threw a aussie locker in it
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/88%20with%20410s%20%20time/000_0025.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/88%20with%20410s%20%20time/rs2.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/88%20with%20410s%20%20time/000_0004.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/88%20with%20410s%20%20time/000_0316.jpg
Oh it has disks too :D

matching solid cover for ten bucks on craigs list and 4.10s as well
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/IMG_0455.jpg

Got a fullsize spare
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/IMG_0448.jpg

Added a CB with a 4' Firestick
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/25475_1300458629766_1179441565_30796436_5256172_n. jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/IMG_0446.jpg

added some hellas and hid's
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/500FF%20Hellas/IMG_0406.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/HIDs/IMG_0452.jpg

got more stickers kept some and took off others
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/1998%20Stock%20Jeep%20Cherokee%20with%20some%20sti ckers/Driversstickers3.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/1998%20Stock%20Jeep%20Cherokee%20with%20some%20sti ckers/Driversstickers2.jpg

Thanks For Checking out my build so far :patriot:

cantab27
03-12-2011, 11:50 PM
me likee...cheers for pics..any wheelng ones???

5-Speed XJ
03-12-2011, 11:54 PM
oh yeah one sec

bigjim350
03-12-2011, 11:54 PM
Great pics

oderdene
03-13-2011, 12:03 AM
Great photos and modification, thanks for sharing

5-Speed XJ
03-13-2011, 12:11 AM
Cool Sand Trap
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/ENH%204th%20Anniversary%20Run/DSC01216.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/ENH%204th%20Anniversary%20Run/DSC01217.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/ENH%204th%20Anniversary%20Run/DSC01218.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/ENH%204th%20Anniversary%20Run/DSC01217.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/ENH%204th%20Anniversary%20Run/DSC01218.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/ENH%204th%20Anniversary%20Run/DSC01219.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/ENH%204th%20Anniversary%20Run/DSC01220.jpg
some off camber stuff pics don't do justice
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/ENH%204th%20Anniversary%20Run/DSC01079.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/ENH%204th%20Anniversary%20Run/DSC01080.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/ENH%204th%20Anniversary%20Run/DSC01081.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/ENH%204th%20Anniversary%20Run/DSC01082.jpg
This one is before the 8.8 swap
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/ENH%204th%20Anniversary%20Run/100_2654.jpg
That was the moderate run the real fun begins sunday :driving:
The Camp Site
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Sunday%20Medusa%20RUN/15-4.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Sunday%20Medusa%20RUN/DSCN0147.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Sunday%20Medusa%20RUN/DSCN0149.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Sunday%20Medusa%20RUN/29453_430255830916_590740916_556234.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Sunday%20Medusa%20RUN/DSCN0178.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Sunday%20Medusa%20RUN/DSCN0179.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Sunday%20Medusa%20RUN/DSCN0168.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Sunday%20Medusa%20RUN/DSCN0366.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Sunday%20Medusa%20RUN/DSCN0208.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Sunday%20Medusa%20RUN/DSCN0207.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Sunday%20Medusa%20RUN/P1030722.jpg
Can't wait to go out again just need the snow to leave :mad0090:

Punisher
03-13-2011, 09:50 AM
Really nice!!! :thumbsup:
Hey, Where did you get them front and rear bumpers?
I really like the set up how the winch sits..

OrangeXJ
03-13-2011, 09:59 AM
:thumbsup:
Really nice!!! :thumbsup:
Hey, Where did you get them front and rear bumpers?
I really like the set up how the winch sits..

I think he made them. Sweet rig

Punisher
03-13-2011, 10:13 AM
:thumbsup:

I think he made them. Sweet rig

Ahhhh ok....:thumbsup:

5-Speed XJ
03-13-2011, 06:44 PM
hopefully making new upper shock mounts tomorrow like this
http://www.bsfab.net/gallery.php?cmd=midsize&gallery=rear_suspension/&image=img_2734.jpg

5-Speed XJ
03-14-2011, 11:33 PM
got the steel its halfway done

bluedragon436
03-14-2011, 11:35 PM
I like those upper mount designs like that.. can't wait to see what yours comes out looking like..

OverEasy
03-15-2011, 12:28 PM
Nice XJ and thread so far!

In for more pics of work and weelin! :thumbsup:

5-Speed XJ
03-20-2011, 08:09 PM
TnT Custom Stiffeners and Made A New upper shock mount cross-member

Bare Rails
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Stiffeners%20and%20Shock%20mount/000_0029.jpg
Mock up
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Stiffeners%20and%20Shock%20mount/000_0022.jpg
Welding
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Stiffeners%20and%20Shock%20mount/000_0036.jpg
All purdy
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Stiffeners%20and%20Shock%20mount/100_0002.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Stiffeners%20and%20Shock%20mount/100_0001.jpg
Shock mount time
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Stiffeners%20and%20Shock%20mount/000_0025.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Stiffeners%20and%20Shock%20mount/000_0038.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Stiffeners%20and%20Shock%20mount/000_0041.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Stiffeners%20and%20Shock%20mount/100_0003.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Stiffeners%20and%20Shock%20mount/100_0004.jpg

bluedragon436
03-20-2011, 08:15 PM
Nice... looking good... can't wait to see how much more flex you are able to achieve out of that new shock mount setup..

5-Speed XJ
03-20-2011, 08:23 PM
its awesome i didn't get any pics but will soon i might have to bumpstop it now stuffs tire real nice

alwaysxj
03-20-2011, 10:44 PM
looks really good. I want to do the frame stiffeners and the rear shocks...

5-Speed XJ
03-21-2011, 01:56 PM
yeah make sure you have at least 3 good days set aside for it

5-Speed XJ
03-25-2011, 07:40 PM
Thinking of making or buying a belly pan like this one from TnT customs
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Belly%20Pan%20Ideas/IMG00151-20100515-1923.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Belly%20Pan%20Ideas/IMG00148-20100514-1949.jpg
Here's one on Sam's rig
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Belly%20Pan%20Ideas/55682_629215764649_24800499_36156557_3462557_o.jpg

4x4Dalton
03-26-2011, 07:20 AM
Great lookin set up on the frame stiffeners and shock mounts. Also awesome trail pics bro.:thumbsup:

4.3LXJ
03-26-2011, 01:35 PM
Great lookin set up on the frame stiffeners and shock mounts. Also awesome trail pics bro.:thumbsup:

X2 Nice job

5-Speed XJ
03-27-2011, 01:43 PM
ok new shackle relocation brackets
http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0016/5012/products/e42826d8_medium.jpg?0
Should be something like this
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/192195_511471931254_226300669_253671_3091900_o.jpg

Tural
03-27-2011, 02:43 PM
let me know if those really make a difference...

1997_sport
04-27-2011, 09:22 PM
Wow dude, looks great!!! Wish I had a 5spd!!!

5-Speed XJ
05-04-2011, 09:44 PM
Thanks I have Since added a YJ steering box and JCR Steering Box Plate

5-Speed XJ
05-16-2011, 02:57 PM
did u joints today replaced with some 760 spicers and put some alloy usa tube seals to keep the crud out of my tubes

bluedragon436
05-17-2011, 01:05 AM
Your XJ is looking good... look forward to hearing how the relocation brackets help...

5-Speed XJ
06-02-2011, 06:40 PM
OK going to run a chevy steering pump so i bought a psc conversion bracket and a new pulley
http://www.polyperformance.com/shop/images/D/BK-MB02B-400.jpg
http://www.polyperformance.com/shop/images/D/PP-2450-400.jpg
and because i the chevy pump is bigger and moved over the airbox is in the way so i'll be using this k&n filter with a pre filter on top of the tb
http://static.summitracing.com/global/images/prod/large/knn-ra-0770_w.jpg

5-Speed XJ
07-13-2011, 08:10 PM
ok its all installed and works great lock to lock one hand no throttle sitting still :)
old
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/100_0037.jpg
new
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/100_0040.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/100_0038.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/100_0039-1.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/100_0041.jpg

4.3LXJ
07-13-2011, 08:15 PM
I think you will like the Chevy pump better. Much easier to get parts for and you can upgrade it later if you want.

jeepxj95
07-13-2011, 10:51 PM
is there a advantage over the stock jeep pump??

5-Speed XJ
07-14-2011, 07:49 PM
bigger better cheaper to replace tons of upgrades for them and effortless turning i also have a yj box that also helps alot with a fixed steering ratio

5-Speed XJ
07-24-2011, 12:53 AM
ok update my rear shock mount sheared in half square tube way to thin lesson learned so 1/4 will do just fine and bolted to 1/4 tabs
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Stiffeners%20and%20Shock%20mount/100_0052-1.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Stiffeners%20and%20Shock%20mount/100_0059.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Stiffeners%20and%20Shock%20mount/100_0060.jpg

5-Speed XJ
07-24-2011, 12:55 AM
painting later today

4.3LXJ
07-24-2011, 01:08 AM
Looks good. Also looks like you have some pretty long shocks on there.

5-Speed XJ
07-29-2011, 07:40 PM
painted the mounts and installed a steering box brace
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Stiffeners%20and%20Shock%20mount/100_0063.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Stiffeners%20and%20Shock%20mount/100_0064.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Stiffeners%20and%20Shock%20mount/100_0062.jpg
The Box Brace from M.O.R.E.
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/100_0048.jpg

4.3LXJ
07-29-2011, 09:02 PM
How much for the box brace?

5-Speed XJ
07-30-2011, 07:44 PM
like 60 bucks and 10 to ship

5-Speed XJ
07-30-2011, 07:45 PM
heres my swing down tire carrier idea
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/tirecarrierideas.jpg
black=tire
yellow=dom sleeved bushings
red=tube
blue=latch

4.3LXJ
07-30-2011, 08:12 PM
like 60 bucks and 10 to ship

Thanks:love0007:

5-Speed XJ
08-25-2011, 12:00 AM
picked up a grand waggy dana 44 front axle, york compressor, and rims today so pumped

Mudderoy
08-25-2011, 04:03 AM
picked up a grand waggy dana 44 front axle, york compressor, and rims today so pumped

How much did you pay for the 44. Lie and make it expensive please. :bang:

5-Speed XJ
08-25-2011, 08:13 PM
How much did you pay for the 44. Lie and make it expensive please. :bang:

$100 i pulled it :D

MaxxTraxx
08-25-2011, 11:09 PM
nice build...what do you think of those rough country rock sliders?

5-Speed XJ
08-26-2011, 07:02 PM
there cool do what there supposed to do but now i got some cancer starting on the rockers and 2x8 is replacing them soon

jeepxj95
08-27-2011, 01:29 AM
bigger better cheaper to replace tons of upgrades for them and effortless turning i also have a yj box that also helps alot with a fixed steering ratio

sorry for the late reply and i cant put a thanks. what is the pump off of ?

5-Speed XJ
08-30-2011, 07:56 PM
86 k3500 with a 454 no hyrdoboost

5-Speed XJ
10-02-2011, 02:19 PM
The winter project
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/100_0094.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/100_0093.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/100_0091.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/100_0090.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/100_0087.jpg

cherokeewrecker
10-02-2011, 11:42 PM
Great looking jeep so far man.

5-Speed XJ
10-05-2011, 10:45 PM
On the way
http://www.ballisticfabrication.com/assets/images/newbrackets/ultimatebracket1.jpg
http://www.ballisticfabrication.com/assets/images/newbrackets/linktower1.jpg
http://www.ballisticfabrication.com/assets/images/newbrackets/dualframe1.jpg
http://www.ballisticfabrication.com/assets/images/newbrackets/framelink.jpg
http://www.ruffstuffspecialties.com/catalog/graphics/00000001/panhard%20kit.jpg

Mudderoy
10-06-2011, 12:34 AM
Pretty... :popcorn:

BlueXJ
10-06-2011, 12:51 AM
Pretty... :popcorn:

WOW Muddy only likes stuff painted RED. You OK Muddy???

Mudderoy
10-06-2011, 01:05 AM
WOW Muddy only likes stuff painted RED. You OK Muddy???

Or it could be the opposite, what's wrong with you not liking everything painted red? Hmmm HMMMM? :smiley-whacky119:

5-Speed XJ
10-13-2011, 09:53 AM
not painted but its red http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/000_0020.jpg

LizardRunner
10-13-2011, 10:09 AM
Looking sweet. thanks for all the pics, really giving me ideas and a serious case of the drools.

bluedragon436
10-19-2011, 03:56 PM
I like where this build is going... what axle you plan on running in the rear to match this one??

5-Speed XJ
12-17-2011, 07:53 PM
I stripped the 44 to the c's today
For the rear I'll be running my 8.8 with 6 lug molly shafts

5-Speed XJ
12-21-2011, 07:28 PM
on college break now the 44 is now stripped and in primer
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/100_0114.jpg

Mudderoy
12-27-2011, 04:16 PM
on college break now the 44 is now stripped and in primer
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/100_0114.jpg

So pretty.

XJ Rat
12-28-2011, 08:04 AM
Your work looks beautiful. Good job. Looking forward to seeing future mods.

5-Speed XJ
04-01-2012, 04:13 PM
The 44 is at a standstill until I get out of college and back home but I bought a mid arm 4 link that was redone for johnny joints and installed that in the mean time stretched the front out 2 inches.

Started out with this.
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Mid%20arm%20project/o5uvtj.jpg
then repainted everything
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Mid%20arm%20project/102_0129.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Mid%20arm%20project/102_0123.jpg
Installed rides so nice the arms are basically flat
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Mid%20arm%20project/102_0131-1.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Mid%20arm%20project/102_0130.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Mid%20arm%20project/102_0134.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Mid%20arm%20project/102_0135.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Mid%20arm%20project/102_0136.jpg

bluedragon436
04-03-2012, 09:15 AM
That is a nice looking mid arm setup right there.. Was that one that someone build themselves or what?? I am needing to do the same with pushing my front axle back forward pretty much 2" as my current setup pulls it back too far..

XJ Wheeler
04-03-2012, 02:21 PM
That is a nice looking mid arm setup right there.. Was that one that someone build themselves or what?? I am needing to do the same with pushing my front axle back forward pretty much 2" as my current setup pulls it back too far..

I believe that's a skyjacker kit, and i don't think they are still making them.

bluedragon436
04-03-2012, 10:54 PM
No, I don't think they make them anymore either... or at least I haven't seen them during all of my searching for a mid or long arm setup for my XJ.. That is a shame, looks like it was a pretty beefy setup..

5-Speed XJ
06-30-2012, 05:41 PM
Yeah it is a old skyjacker mid arm for their 8 inch rockready kit the only problem is there heims suck and there bolt on truss is junk but this was redone for johnny Joints and fabbed new upper control arm cup mounts like stock so the bolt on truss that are prone to cracking is not needed.

the new sj stuff is a radius arms

Also just ordered HD Offroad Engineering Shackle Relocation Bracket:D

5-Speed XJ
07-01-2012, 07:58 PM
here's whats coming next

http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0016/5012/products/DSC_0003_medium.jpg?100003

panama red
07-01-2012, 10:58 PM
I like it. Nice build man

5-Speed XJ
07-02-2012, 08:13 AM
thanks man its getting there just need to get working on buying a dd and getting my 44 swapped in.

5-Speed XJ
07-05-2012, 09:40 PM
USPS Came Today
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/New%20parts/102_0159.jpg

4.3LXJ
07-05-2012, 09:42 PM
Somebody relocating his shakel?

5-Speed XJ
07-05-2012, 10:09 PM
yeah i will be and replacing leafspring bushings

cantab27
07-05-2012, 10:18 PM
nice mate.......................

bluedragon436
07-06-2012, 08:40 PM
Looks like an awesome upgrade... I had looked at the relocation setups... maybe one day, for now the stock location works for my needs... Look forward to seeing some before and after flex pics of that mod though...

5-Speed XJ
07-06-2012, 10:03 PM
Some stuff happened today
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/102_0166.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/102_0165.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/102_0164.jpg\
Cappy Dark Garage pic i'll get a nice one tomorrow
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/102_0163.jpg

Flex pics tomorrow

5-Speed XJ
07-07-2012, 09:19 PM
daytime
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/102_0170.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/102_0169.jpg

5-Speed XJ
07-08-2012, 10:18 PM
sold my front bumper so rocking a rusty stocker with my hellas
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Bumper%20ideas/102_0174.jpg
And added a reciever to my rear bumper
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Bumper%20ideas/102_0161.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/102_0171.jpg

5-Speed XJ
07-16-2012, 08:10 PM
got a dd
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/102_0195.jpg

5-Speed XJ
07-20-2012, 11:45 PM
2x6 rockers
got steel for my rocker replacements

http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/2x6%20Rockers/102_0198.jpg

started cutting out the old ones
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/2x6%20Rockers/102_0199.jpg

The teaser
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/2x6%20Rockers/102_0202.jpg

Mock up leg one
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/2x6%20Rockers/102_0205.jpg
inside
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/2x6%20Rockers/102_0206.jpg
and then there were 3
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/2x6%20Rockers/102_0208.jpg

5-Speed XJ
07-21-2012, 08:29 PM
here is a finished rocker leg going through the floor
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/2x6%20Rockers/102_0210.jpg
just need to be welded in and painted
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/2x6%20Rockers/102_0212-1.jpg
Front caps
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/2x6%20Rockers/102_0213.jpg
End caps
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/2x6%20Rockers/102_0214.jpg

cantab27
07-21-2012, 08:32 PM
you will be braking the rocks with them suckers...nice work mate...

5-Speed XJ
07-23-2012, 06:07 PM
thats the plan and my stubby bumper will be done by Friday

5-Speed XJ
07-29-2012, 10:01 PM
stubby bumper is mounted
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Bumper%20ideas/aimimg_11.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Bumper%20ideas/aimimg_3.jpg
got some 35's
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/102_0217.jpg
sliders are done just need paint and seam sealer

cantab27
07-29-2012, 10:38 PM
nice work ....tires are they dick cepek???

5-Speed XJ
07-30-2012, 08:54 PM
yes they are DC Mud Countrys

new rockers are done just need to seam seal the legs but thats for another day
Drivers Side
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/2x6%20Rockers/aimimg_17.jpg
Leg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/2x6%20Rockers/aimimg_18.jpg
Underside
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/2x6%20Rockers/aimimg_19.jpg
Front
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/2x6%20Rockers/aimimg_16.jpg
Back
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/2x6%20Rockers/aimimg_15.jpg
Little touch up
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/2x6%20Rockers/aimimg_1a.jpg
Pass side
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/2x6%20Rockers/aimimg_1b.jpg

Mountain Goat
07-30-2012, 09:03 PM
Looking good! ..... sure has changed a lot since page one of this thread!

5-Speed XJ
07-30-2012, 09:23 PM
yes she has and will grow to 35's tomorrow

XJ Wheeler
07-31-2012, 01:30 AM
Great job man, you make it look easy. Now come do mine!

5-Speed XJ
08-01-2012, 07:40 PM
Great job man, you make it look easy. Now come do mine!

its not easy at all took 2 weekends total

bluedragon436
08-01-2012, 07:42 PM
The new rockers are looking good... The XJ has def. changed since you joined up!!

5-Speed XJ
08-01-2012, 07:54 PM
it has 35's on it now but its too dark for pics on the eastcoast

5-Speed XJ
08-02-2012, 05:50 PM
bye bye 33's
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/102_0231.jpg

4.3LXJ
08-03-2012, 12:58 AM
It looks ready for anything

cantab27
08-03-2012, 02:23 AM
looks the bizz mate...........nice work, when ya wheeling it

XJ Wheeler
08-03-2012, 12:06 PM
Whew, that XJ's lookin mean!

5-Speed XJ
08-04-2012, 01:22 AM
hellas installed and winch plug mounted to the bumper need to buy or find a new rubber cap as mine has ripped that plugs the hole of the winch remote

5-Speed XJ
08-04-2012, 01:05 PM
remounted and rewired hellas
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Bumper%20ideas/102_0233.jpg
remounted winch remote plug to bumper
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Bumper%20ideas/102_0232.jpg
seeing if i can get another rubber pug as mine has seen better days

rugsucka
08-12-2012, 12:26 AM
That's very close to where I mounted mine.

Nice Build. Many parts of this thread are eerily similar in order of improvement and execution as my white XJ. I'm lagging in a rear locker and 35's and that's about it.:thumbsup:

bluedragon436
08-14-2012, 08:36 AM
bye bye 33's
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/102_0231.jpg

That is a mean looking rig... You can feel free to send those 33's my way... I'll gladly give them a new home, since mine have seen better days!!

Cartman4241
08-14-2012, 09:29 AM
Sweet rig! Are you happy with the 4.10's I am going to pick up a 8.8 later today. Right now I am running 3.07's


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ArmyGuy45
08-14-2012, 01:51 PM
So all those pics and not one of your stick? I want to see your stick!:rolleye0012::D

5-Speed XJ
08-16-2012, 11:13 PM
So all those pics and not one of your stick? I want to see your stick!:rolleye0012::D

cb and see the stick
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/IMG_0444.jpg

5-Speed XJ
08-16-2012, 11:15 PM
Sweet rig! Are you happy with the 4.10's I am going to pick up a 8.8 later today. Right now I am running 3.07's


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4.10s with a ax15 is awesome for the aw4 i would go 4.56 i plan on going to 4.56 in my 44 for 35's and get a rubi case to finish it off

5-Speed XJ
08-17-2012, 12:35 PM
Chevy work light project

First made a bracket out of my old front cross-member and drilled some holes
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/102_0276.jpg
Here's how the work light mounts to the bracket
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/102_0275.jpg
Finished product
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/102_0272.jpg
Best part is it has a 15ft cord
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/102_0273.jpg
And it has a on off switch
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/102_0274.jpg

5-Speed XJ
08-17-2012, 12:42 PM
That is a mean looking rig... You can feel free to send those 33's my way... I'll gladly give them a new home, since mine have seen better days!!

33's are gone these are 35's

5-Speed XJ
08-18-2012, 09:14 PM
After seeing how much to trim i had to test it out before taking it on a shake down run on a local C6.
Flexing rock in my driveway comes in handy
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Flexing%20at%20the%20House/102_0281.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Flexing%20at%20the%20House/102_0280.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Flexing%20at%20the%20House/102_0279.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Flexing%20at%20the%20House/102_0278.jpg
The C6
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/wheeling%202012/102_0292.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/wheeling%202012/102_0290.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/wheeling%202012/102_0287.jpg
The experience of the little red jeep is what got him through without damaga he has a lift waiting to be installed at home his normal ride a a crazy yj
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/ENH%20randoms/39894_771811371679_1823814_44405413_845805_n.jpght tp://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/ENH%20randoms/41100_771810703019_1823814_44405360_4636362_n.jpg
This is actually on the C6 a few years back http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/ENH%20randoms/46163_771810268889_1823814_44405337_4495573_n.jpg

5-Speed XJ
08-29-2012, 08:42 PM
I got flattops on the way that have been milled drilled and tapped for highsteer for the 44

5-Speed XJ
09-02-2012, 08:05 PM
My hot tanked, machined, drilled, and tapped Chevy Dana 44 flattops came in today.
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0297.jpg

cantab27
09-02-2012, 09:06 PM
My hot tanked, machined, drilled, and tapped Chevy Dana 44 flattops came in today.
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0297.jpg

nice nick...can ya explain what they are and how they work.....cheers..;)

5-Speed XJ
09-02-2012, 10:52 PM
nice nick...can ya explain what they are and how they work.....cheers..;)

They are 70's Chevy Dana 44 knuckles that the pass side knuckle has been machined flat and drilled and tapped for studs for high steer arms the drivers side comes like that stock.

5-Speed XJ
09-04-2012, 10:23 AM
OK so the 44 build is back in full swing blue torch fab high steer arms on the way along with ballistic fab coil, link, and shock mount combo.
http://www.bluetorchfab.com/Media/Images/Medium/Dana44TRE_driver.jpg
http://www.bluetorchfab.com/Media/Images/Medium/Dana44TRE_passenger.jpg
http://www.ballisticfabrication.com/assets/images/newbrackets/ultimatebracket1.jpg

XJ Wheeler
09-04-2012, 03:32 PM
OK so the 44 build is back in full swing blue torch fab high steer arms on the way along with ballistic fab coil, link, and shock mount combo.
http://www.bluetorchfab.com/Media/Images/Medium/Dana44TRE_driver.jpg
http://www.bluetorchfab.com/Media/Images/Medium/Dana44TRE_passenger.jpg
http://www.ballisticfabrication.com/assets/images/newbrackets/ultimatebracket1.jpg

Those mounts are sweet, sure seems like a lot of stress in one area though. Are you planning to gusset them?

5-Speed XJ
09-04-2012, 05:05 PM
Those mounts are sweet, sure seems like a lot of stress in one area though. Are you planning to gusset them?

the link mount has gussets i don't think i'll have a problem with the steering arms

5-Speed XJ
09-07-2012, 11:52 AM
BTF High steer arms came in :D
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0300.jpg
had to test fit
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0302.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0304.jpg

5-Speed XJ
09-11-2012, 10:17 AM
Ballistic Fab came through and my order came in today

cnc plasma cut flat stock
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0306.jpg

Assembled with out coil retainer
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0309.jpg

Assembled with coil retainer
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0310.jpg

Mudderoy
09-11-2012, 10:35 AM
So pretty! :popcorn:

4.3LXJ
09-11-2012, 10:48 AM
Almost hate to mess that up with welds

5-Speed XJ
09-11-2012, 12:04 PM
yeah i was thinking the same thing

5-Speed XJ
09-11-2012, 11:45 PM
Now I just have to figure out my upper control arm mounts.
Two options I see
1. Make my own using these from Iron Rock Offroad and some plate to make the pass side.
http://www.ironrockoffroad.com/Merchant2/IMG_5939.jpg
2. I could get clayton's johnny joint upper control arm mounts.
http://claytonoffroad.com/images/AB-FUCAMNT.jpg
Regardless I'll have to make a bridge of some sort to go over the diff to mount the drivers side upper mount because i don't like the idea of welding to cast.

4.3LXJ
09-12-2012, 09:53 AM
The upper ones you have pictured use the stock rubber bushings. So beware, they don't hold up long on a lifted suspension

5-Speed XJ
09-13-2012, 10:15 AM
Yeah I know, I can get the press in currie joints for them but its basically the same cost as claytons kit by that time.

5-Speed XJ
09-16-2012, 12:22 AM
After my batter cracked got a new exide one and I swapped my alternator for different one I messed around at the fraternity house.

http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Flexing%20at%20the%20House/102_0319.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Flexing%20at%20the%20House/102_0317.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Flexing%20at%20the%20House/102_0315.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Flexing%20at%20the%20House/102_0313.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Flexing%20at%20the%20House/102_0312.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Flexing%20at%20the%20House/102_0311.jpg

junglejuice
10-07-2012, 05:43 PM
Looking good but there is no way we could get that legal here in QLD, technically 235/75/15's are the largest legal tyre size we can run...

So this setup, 30's, adjustable control arms, adjustable panhard rod is actually illegal here...

http://i1182.photobucket.com/albums/x451/junglejuice72/12112011007a_resize.jpg

:(

5-Speed XJ
10-08-2012, 01:50 PM
that sucks man we only have a bumper height law and tire coverage law thats about it

Hellraisingvtec
10-11-2012, 02:17 PM
looks great

Hellraisingvtec
10-11-2012, 02:40 PM
damn i need a welder. Great looking project btw

5-Speed XJ
11-28-2012, 04:47 PM
mocked up my coil buckets on my waggy 44 over break crappy cell phone pic
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/1123121545.jpg

dragordie
12-13-2012, 02:40 PM
This rig is Just Sick gota have more

XJ :popcorn:

5-Speed XJ
01-13-2013, 10:38 PM
This rig is Just Sick gota have more

XJ :popcorn:

Well i'm all graduated so this build is in full swing again
Ordered some goodies from Longfield super axles
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0433_zps1a087e7f.jpg
Dana 44 spindle bushings that remove bearing and seal from the equation
tore down the carrier and pinion to be replaced with 4.88's
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0434_zps0831866b.jpg
Painted up my flatop knuckles and BTF high-steer arms
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0440_zpsca2bdb7f.jpg
Took advantage of ruffstuffs 20% newyears sale and bought all of my steering a track bar parts the dom will be here tomorrow.
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0442_zps8e9c6efb.jpg
With in the next few weeks i'll order some dom bushings and cut them down to make axle side upper link mounts with a BTF rear 44 truss diffcover combo to mount my drivers side upper link mounts
http://www.ruffstuffspecialties.com/catalog/graphics/00000001/bushed%20sleeve.jpg
http://www.bluetorchfab.com/Media/Images/Large/Dana44truss_POP.jpg

4.3LXJ
01-13-2013, 10:54 PM
Fun toys

5-Speed XJ
01-19-2013, 07:39 PM
pulled the 30 today
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0451_zps4d034a44.jpg
Dana 30 w410's
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0450_zps9ed9ef4d.jpg
1-ton vs crap
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0446_zps450c651e.jpg
waggy pitman and 1-ton TRE
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0445_zpscc821f45.jpg
Dana 44
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/0119131938_zpsa29bbcab.jpg

XJ Wheeler
01-20-2013, 02:45 AM
Sweet setup! A dream of many jeepers.

bluedragon436
01-20-2013, 01:20 PM
That is def some nice parts and setup to have for sure... Heck I'd be happy with just hitting up some 4.10's or 4.56's and a lunchbox locker in my D30/Chr. 8.25 right now.. Can't wait to see how you're build goes!!

5-Speed XJ
01-21-2013, 10:10 PM
new ball joints
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/BallJointsInstalled_zps98d3fee0.jpg
high steer
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/knucklemockup_zps25ddae04.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/knucklemockup3_zps6b8a15ec.jpg

4.3LXJ
01-21-2013, 10:13 PM
Very nice addition to that 44

5-Speed XJ
01-29-2013, 07:38 PM
BTF Rear 44 Truss is ordered along with some dom sleeved poly bushings for my upper control arm axle side mounts from Barnes4WD

5-Speed XJ
01-31-2013, 09:48 PM
barnes4wd dom sleeved poly bushings modified to fit in to the stock style upper control arm
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0460_zpsbe72d988.jpg
cut the old track bar mount off for jay who bought my 30
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0466_zpsc39dd779.jpg
I'm going to need to cut the track bar mount so that its straight down and not kicked out like this
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0465_zpsad3cc0e7.jpg
dry fit the coil brackets with the lower link bolted to it to see if my high steer will clear
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0467_zpsb2d1a452.jpg
just need to get gas tomorrow and then i can tack most of the brackets together and the test fit everything to make sure i have no problems

Rayburne
01-31-2013, 11:17 PM
Killer job your doing on your XJ.

5-Speed XJ
02-01-2013, 10:31 PM
Thanks man its come along way, I wouldn't be here at this point with out my buddies Derek and Jay who got me into this whole off roading mess. The BTF truss and diffcover will be here on Wednesday and that the last piece i need to start welding stuff on. Then gears shafts and a spool lockout done. then its on to locking/regareing the 8.8 and getting 6 lug shafts made for it. Then I have a hybrid exo interior cage in the works.

5-Speed XJ
02-06-2013, 04:49 PM
truss/diffcover is here
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/BTFTrussCovercombo_zpsadf8c233.jpg
need to cut the housing a little
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/0206131658_zpsd51152c5.jpg

4.3LXJ
02-06-2013, 05:09 PM
Man, that must weigh a ton

5-Speed XJ
02-06-2013, 09:20 PM
31 pounds with the diffcover

5-Speed XJ
02-14-2013, 05:17 PM
RIP 92 Camry
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/92%20Camry%20RIP/0212131627_zpsb75c35c8.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/92%20Camry%20RIP/0213130948a_zps66a7c1f3.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/92%20Camry%20RIP/0213130949a_zps5b485acc.jpg

XJ Wheeler
02-14-2013, 07:39 PM
Ouch! You alright?

5-Speed XJ
02-17-2013, 12:50 PM
yeah i got a concussion and was t boned not my fault and the cars totaled that goodness it wasn't the jeep and i had my seat belt on.

but i made progress on the 44 today
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0497_zps34be2aa5.jpg

5-Speed XJ
02-17-2013, 04:03 PM
made a cardboard template
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0501_zpsb4726996.jpg
then transfered it over to 2x6 and cut it out
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0506_zps5527f389.jpg

XJ Wheeler
02-17-2013, 05:58 PM
made a cardboard template
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0501_zpsb4726996.jpg
then transfered it over to 2x6 and cut it out
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0506_zps5527f389.jpg

Nice job, good idea using tubing instead of flat steel. Much less work.

5-Speed XJ
02-18-2013, 06:18 AM
Yeah its coming along I'm going to get some rod for my buddy matt who is going to stick weld the truss to the cast because he knows what he's doing.

5-Speed XJ
02-18-2013, 07:58 PM
picked up some jcr upper 1/4 guards with built in tail light provisions that will be filled with leds;)

5-Speed XJ
02-21-2013, 07:57 PM
my rental 2013 Impala LTZ

http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/92%20Camry%20RIP/0219131631_zpse7ed897a.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/92%20Camry%20RIP/0219131630_zpsc94eff59.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/92%20Camry%20RIP/0219131611_zpsf6071c99.jpg

5-Speed XJ
03-01-2013, 04:49 PM
welding happened
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0508_zps0a6994ce.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0510_zps47d79b08.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0513_zps3ab285d1.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0515_zpsd045919c.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0518_zpse0a73cb6.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0523_zpsd85074c6.jpg

bluedragon436
03-01-2013, 05:39 PM
The XJ is coming along nicely... I think you should go ahead and just let me take that axle off your hands and break it in for you!! Can't wait to see more...

5-Speed XJ
03-03-2013, 08:32 PM
did some more stuff
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Quarter%20bumper%20mod/102_0525_zpscec070b6.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Quarter%20bumper%20mod/102_0527_zps194b0db3.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Quarter%20bumper%20mod/102_0530_zps26935248.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Quarter%20bumper%20mod/0303131911_zps6511742f.jpg

5-Speed XJ
03-20-2013, 10:36 PM
tacked the upper control am mounts in and the body side track bar mount

http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/trackbaranduppermountstacked_zps40857fd7.jpg

5-Speed XJ
03-21-2013, 05:34 PM
chromoly shafts and warn lock outs

http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/Cromosandlockouts_zps4759d6d2.jpg

NW99XJ
03-21-2013, 06:14 PM
Just read thru the whole thread, amazing progress and in such a short period of time....Its only been a year!!!
Killer job on everything..... The direction your taking is top notch.
So I have a couple questions.......
1.) what is your welding set up?
2.) hows that winch plate/mount holding up? Have you put it thru its paces yet?

Cant wait till you get that 44 done and under the rig....I'm anxious to hear results from the shakedown run!

5-Speed XJ
03-21-2013, 07:30 PM
Just read thru the whole thread, amazing progress and in such a short period of time....Its only been a year!!!
Killer job on everything..... The direction your taking is top notch.
So I have a couple questions.......
1.) what is your welding set up?
2.) hows that winch plate/mount holding up? Have you put it thru its paces yet?

Cant wait till you get that 44 done and under the rig....I'm anxious to hear results from the shakedown run!

holbart 190 and mixed argon

The winch plate is holding up fine im going to add some header panel protection at some point and thats about it.

5-Speed XJ
03-24-2013, 04:15 PM
I found out yesterday that I needed high angle tre's for the draglink and that the taper is deeper than the taper on my pitman arm and my high steer arm so I can do the track bar or the steering until i get a 1.5" per foot tapered reamer to ream it lower. Currently searching locally if anyone has one that I can use or I'm going to buy one.

5-Speed XJ
03-29-2013, 09:19 AM
Bought reamer locally and fixed my crazy fast blinkers with a led relay PN: EP27

5-Speed XJ
04-01-2013, 09:22 PM
Got my high steer arms machined and used the reamer I bought to ream the arms deeper. Now I can finish the steering finally.
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/0401132152_zps39f8a03e.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/0401132151_zps5d128f8d.jpg

Paddletrucker
04-03-2013, 12:11 PM
I LOVE this XJ!! I'm interested in the lights you've done on the back. Could you tell/show a little more about the setup? I'm an LED fan and have converted everything on my tractor trailer to LED, and would like to do it on my Jeep. I'd love to have those LED sealed beams like you've done.

5-Speed XJ
04-03-2013, 07:54 PM
Cut off the passenger side upper control arm mount and cut up the axle side track bar mount to fit the truss and got some PVC to test track bar lengths. now i just need to move back the uppers so the track bar clears it at full bump and the move the other upper back just as far so the are the same length.
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0557_zpse53b3405.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0558_zpsae122d3c.jpg

XJ Wheeler
04-03-2013, 08:35 PM
Sweet! And good idea using pvc for mock up, never thought of that.

NW99XJ
04-04-2013, 08:46 AM
Sweet! And good idea using pvc for mock up, never thought of that.
DITTO!!!
That's using the 'ol noodle!

5-Speed XJ
04-06-2013, 12:14 AM
fabbed new upper link mounts after figuring that what i had was just thrown together crap the tabs don't have the sleeve in because its on the axle still on the old mount going to cut that off tomorrow and weld that up and thinking of strapping over the top of both dom sleeves as well.
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/newuppermounts_zps8926a9d4.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/102_0563_zps568d81b2.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/102_0564_zps221e0d37.jpg

5-Speed XJ
04-14-2013, 11:36 PM
Custom 6 lug moser chromoly 31 spline 8.8 shafts on the way I had the 35's swapped over to brand new flat black 6 lug rims.

5-Speed XJ
04-17-2013, 08:33 PM
Front axle is geared with setup bearings now to do the final shim packs with the preloads and bolt on the new u bolt yoke. The custom 8.8 shafts will be here friday

5-Speed XJ
04-18-2013, 11:11 PM
All the welding on the axle is done :)
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0569_zps242a93d8.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/Dana%2044/102_0569_zps242a93d8.jpg.html)
hole for the breather is cut easily with the plasma
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0571_zpse11c6c99.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/Dana%2044/102_0571_zpse11c6c99.jpg.html)
installed a u bolt yoke
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0574_zpscc2f168a.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/Dana%2044/102_0574_zpscc2f168a.jpg.html)
gears and spool done
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0577_zpsc7498175.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/Dana%2044/102_0577_zpsc7498175.jpg.html)
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0578_zps63374bf4.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/Dana%2044/102_0578_zps63374bf4.jpg.html)
now to paint it up and reassemble spindle out

8.8 shafts will be here tomorrow so it should be rolling by friday night or early saturday morning.

5-Speed XJ
04-21-2013, 12:15 AM
almost there got the shafts all together then ran into a problem in that I have misplaced the socket for the lower ball joint nut so im done for the night until i get another socket or find mine.

http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0597_zps426d1d98.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/Dana%2044/102_0597_zps426d1d98.jpg.html)

cleaned up the caliper brackets and painted them same with the nubs that got a new rotor and wheel studs
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0598_zps55765cf6.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/Dana%2044/102_0598_zps55765cf6.jpg.html)

installed the longfield spindle bushings (not pressed in all the way)
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0599_zps08ed55bc.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/Dana%2044/102_0599_zps08ed55bc.jpg.html)

XJ Wheeler
04-21-2013, 04:26 AM
Lookin good, Adam. I know you'll be glad when its all buttoned up.

5-Speed XJ
04-22-2013, 10:00 PM
all done
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0602_zps40ee66a6.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/Dana%2044/102_0602_zps40ee66a6.jpg.html)
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0604_zps8ad15f34.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/Dana%2044/102_0604_zps8ad15f34.jpg.html)
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0605_zps9a147301.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/Dana%2044/102_0605_zps9a147301.jpg.html)
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0608_zps7be26eaf.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/Dana%2044/102_0608_zps7be26eaf.jpg.html)

4.3LXJ
04-22-2013, 10:40 PM
Cool. So when is the test run?

5-Speed XJ
04-23-2013, 04:33 PM
after it get it registered and inspected i need to move the track bar down on the axle side because i needs to get the steering angle to match it

5-Speed XJ
05-09-2013, 04:50 PM
perfect steering/trackbar angle now

http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0626_zps7c13389f.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/Dana%2044/102_0626_zps7c13389f.jpg.html)

chased the threads and got some flanged 10.9's
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0619_zpsd33fd974.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/Dana%2044/102_0619_zpsd33fd974.jpg.html)

moved down the track bar one hole
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0624_zps1de1e710.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/Dana%2044/102_0624_zps1de1e710.jpg.html)

added a ubolt yoke
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0625_zps7550a0cf.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/Dana%2044/102_0625_zps7550a0cf.jpg.html)

5-Speed XJ
05-28-2013, 10:40 PM
fabbed out some nice bump stop extensions out of 3.5" UHMW solid rod stock my drag link was getting to friendly with my oil pan on my flex rock in my driveway the install will be tomorrow because cause of a heater core replacement in the pos dd saturn.

http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0631_zps97c2d1cc.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/Dana%2044/102_0631_zps97c2d1cc.jpg.html)
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0632_zpsa167bed4.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/Dana%2044/102_0632_zpsa167bed4.jpg.html)
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0633_zps682f02cf.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/Dana%2044/102_0633_zps682f02cf.jpg.html)

5-Speed XJ
05-29-2013, 06:19 PM
Finished up my bumps now it looks like I should have air bumps above
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0642_zps320f26a5.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/Dana%2044/102_0642_zps320f26a5.jpg.html)
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0639_zpsfd918c3a.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/Dana%2044/102_0639_zpsfd918c3a.jpg.html)
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Dana%2044/102_0638_zps37a045f4.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/Dana%2044/102_0638_zps37a045f4.jpg.html)

5-Speed XJ
06-06-2013, 10:37 PM
tested bumpstops
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Flexing%20at%20the%20House/102_0646_zps698fbc3d.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/Flexing%20at%20the%20House/102_0646_zps698fbc3d.jpg.html)

http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Flexing%20at%20the%20House/102_0648_zps85ab8c83.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/Flexing%20at%20the%20House/102_0648_zps85ab8c83.jpg.html)

http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Flexing%20at%20the%20House/102_0647_zps86d4f4b7.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/Flexing%20at%20the%20House/102_0647_zps86d4f4b7.jpg.html)

5-Speed XJ
06-09-2013, 11:16 PM
Added some wings to the front bumper and wrapped around the rear bumper
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Quarter%20bumper%20mod/2013%20Bumpers/ebb330a5-79fb-4019-8bc6-42a998c833ae_zps8b3079c4.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/Quarter%20bumper%20mod/2013%20Bumpers/ebb330a5-79fb-4019-8bc6-42a998c833ae_zps8b3079c4.jpg.html)
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Quarter%20bumper%20mod/2013%20Bumpers/102_0650_zps1d3414f6.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/Quarter%20bumper%20mod/2013%20Bumpers/102_0650_zps1d3414f6.jpg.html)
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Quarter%20bumper%20mod/2013%20Bumpers/102_0657_zps817811bf.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/Quarter%20bumper%20mod/2013%20Bumpers/102_0657_zps817811bf.jpg.html)
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Quarter%20bumper%20mod/2013%20Bumpers/102_0656_zps2de4da26.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/Quarter%20bumper%20mod/2013%20Bumpers/102_0656_zps2de4da26.jpg.html)

XJ Wheeler
06-10-2013, 09:30 PM
Cool!

5-Speed XJ
08-14-2013, 05:57 PM
got a nvg241OR

http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/New%20parts/102_0689_zps18c6f99e.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/New%20parts/102_0689_zps18c6f99e.jpg.html)

http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/New%20parts/102_0684_zpsc45c0fe4.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/New%20parts/102_0684_zpsc45c0fe4.jpg.html)

5-Speed XJ
08-14-2013, 06:01 PM
new front shocks and mounts
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Stiffeners%20and%20Shock%20mount/102_0681_zpse4bb76ab.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/Stiffeners%20and%20Shock%20mount/102_0681_zpse4bb76ab.jpg.html)
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Stiffeners%20and%20Shock%20mount/102_0680_zps945fb9f2.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/Stiffeners%20and%20Shock%20mount/102_0680_zps945fb9f2.jpg.html)

ArmyGuy45
08-14-2013, 08:50 PM
got a nvg241OR

http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/New%20parts/102_0689_zps18c6f99e.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/New%20parts/102_0689_zps18c6f99e.jpg.html)

http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/New%20parts/102_0684_zpsc45c0fe4.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/New%20parts/102_0684_zpsc45c0fe4.jpg.html)

Why is the 241 better than the 232?

XJ Wheeler
08-15-2013, 02:45 AM
Why is the 241 better than the 232?

Short tail shaft (no slip yoke), heavier duty chain, 4:1 gear ratio (more of a preference and better for different types of wheeling)

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ArmyGuy45
08-15-2013, 07:08 AM
Short tail shaft (no slip yoke), heavier duty chain, 4:1 gear ratio (more of a preference and better for different types of wheeling)

Sent via messenger pigeon - i talk, he types.
So you wouldnt need a SYE with the 242? What is the gear ration for the 231?

4.3LXJ
08-15-2013, 11:00 AM
Standard gear ration for 231 is 2.72. For the 241OR 4.0 This is the standard Rubicon case. It is a good ratio for taller obstacles, but not a good general trail or mud ratio

XJ Wheeler
08-15-2013, 04:39 PM
So you wouldnt need a SYE with the 242? What is the gear ration for the 231?

The 242 is the "select-trac" full time t-case that came in XJs, the 241or (the one with 4:1 ratio and the one 5-speed XJ has there)is the t-case that came in Rubicon Wranglers. No need for a sye on the 241or, whereas the 242 does have a slip yoke so you can install a sye.

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ArmyGuy45
08-15-2013, 08:39 PM
Standard gear ration for 231 is 2.72. For the 241OR 4.0 This is the standard Rubicon case. It is a good ratio for taller obstacles, but not a good general trail or mud ratio


The 242 is the "select-trac" full time t-case that came in XJs, the 241or (the one with 4:1 ratio and the one 5-speed XJ has there)is the t-case that came in Rubicon Wranglers. No need for a sye on the 241or, whereas the 242 does have a slip yoke so you can install a sye.

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Thanks for the clarification.

5-Speed XJ
08-17-2013, 02:15 PM
241 installed with a Grand Cherokee front drive shaft for the extra length I needed.
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/102_0690_zps892da886.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/102_0690_zps892da886.jpg.html)
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/102_0695_zpscf6906ee.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/102_0695_zpscf6906ee.jpg.html)

4.3LXJ
08-17-2013, 02:22 PM
Very nice. That is a nice fit

5-Speed XJ
08-19-2013, 04:38 PM
Standard gear ration for 231 is 2.72. For the 241OR 4.0 This is the standard Rubicon case. It is a good ratio for taller obstacles, but not a good general trail or mud ratio

With the 4.10's I have in the diffs and 35 inch tires and a 5 speed I think it will be a good balance for all obstacles.

4.3LXJ
08-19-2013, 06:06 PM
It will work

5-Speed XJ
09-01-2013, 06:56 PM
Tested out the rubi case and it crawls up everything no problems still needs better tires but that for another day
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/wheeling%202013/1209405_10200533393362780_469864911_n_zps1c7f4ceb. jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/wheeling%202013/1209405_10200533393362780_469864911_n_zps1c7f4ceb. jpg.html)
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http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/wheeling%202013/1280871_10200533393482783_163711124_n_zps40c65e43. jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/wheeling%202013/1280871_10200533393482783_163711124_n_zps40c65e43. jpg.html)

4.3LXJ
09-01-2013, 07:53 PM
Yup, nothing like nice deep gears for those rocks

5-Speed XJ
09-25-2013, 06:31 PM
So I hit the one thing I don't have a skid for yet :banghead:

http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Carnage/102_0730_zpsf65261e6.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/Carnage/102_0730_zpsf65261e6.jpg.html)
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Carnage/102_0729_zps2d8d6b80.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/Carnage/102_0729_zps2d8d6b80.jpg.html)
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Carnage/102_0732_zps24973df9.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/Carnage/102_0732_zps24973df9.jpg.html)

I got a JCR Offroad skid on order.

5-Speed XJ
10-05-2013, 06:42 PM
JCR Skid Install done
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/102_0739_zps7ed326ad.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/102_0739_zps7ed326ad.jpg.html)

XJ Wheeler
10-06-2013, 05:57 AM
JCR Skid Install done
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/102_0739_zps7ed326ad.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/102_0739_zps7ed326ad.jpg.html)

Just from that picture alone i can tell how much better that fits than the rustys one i have. :mad:

Looks good, how was the install?

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5-Speed XJ
10-06-2013, 08:48 PM
Just from that picture alone i can tell how much better that fits than the rustys one i have. :mad:

Looks good, how was the install?

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The install was really easy once I figured out how long the nut strip bolts had to be and getting new nut strips was totally worth it and they are the only company that bolts to the rear crossmember :patriot:

XJ Wheeler
10-06-2013, 08:56 PM
The install was really easy once I figured out how long the nut strip bolts had to be and getting new nut strips was totally worth it and they are the only company that bolts to the rear crossmember :patriot:

I really like that feature, and it looks like three mounting holes per side too. Rustys is two per side, so only four total. :rolleyes:

Thanks!

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5-Speed XJ
10-06-2013, 09:33 PM
I really like that feature, and it looks like three mounting holes per side too. Rustys is two per side, so only four total. :rolleyes:

Thanks!

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4 bolts per side and 3 on the back

XJ Wheeler
10-06-2013, 09:45 PM
4 bolts per side and 3 on the back

That's much better. Might have to make plans to get rid of this one and get a jcr skid. But i just got this one a few months ago so it'll have to wait.

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5-Speed XJ
10-30-2013, 06:01 PM
wheeled rocktoberfest
https://scontent-b-lga.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-frc3/1377317_10200748714824566_1513638127_n.jpg
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https://scontent-a-lga.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/1378637_610621489744_775399618_n.jpg
roughcountry not cutting it
https://scontent-a-lga.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/1003241_10201659173459340_429920287_n.jpg
got some new shackles
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/New%20parts/1383866_10201683535348372_666920023_n_zps0f952ed9. jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/New%20parts/1383866_10201683535348372_666920023_n_zps0f952ed9. jpg.html)
picked up stuff for on board air with my york
https://scontent-a-lga.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn2/1382902_10201656663556594_1245042811_n.jpg

5-Speed XJ
10-30-2013, 11:22 PM
Rocktoberfest with NAXJA NAC Chapter
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/wheeling%202013/IMG_9972_zps04a24802.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/wheeling%202013/IMG_9972_zps04a24802.jpg.html)
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/wheeling%202013/IMG_9951_zpsbe0a9027.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/wheeling%202013/IMG_9951_zpsbe0a9027.jpg.html)
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/wheeling%202013/IMG_9948_zps59cc7c93.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/wheeling%202013/IMG_9948_zps59cc7c93.jpg.html)
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/wheeling%202013/IMG_9678_zps218ff34f.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/wheeling%202013/IMG_9678_zps218ff34f.jpg.html)
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/wheeling%202013/IMG_0022_zps53432842.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/wheeling%202013/IMG_0022_zps53432842.jpg.html)
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/wheeling%202013/IMG_0024_zpsb6492a83.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/wheeling%202013/IMG_0024_zpsb6492a83.jpg.html)
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/wheeling%202013/IMG_00281_zpsc3b874bd.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/wheeling%202013/IMG_00281_zpsc3b874bd.jpg.html)

XJ Wheeler
10-30-2013, 11:57 PM
Great pics! I bet that tipping point got the ol pulse going!

Sent via messenger pigeon - i talk, he types.

pschrei82
11-01-2013, 06:51 AM
Really enjoy all the pics!!!

5-Speed XJ
11-03-2013, 07:49 PM
new shackles installed
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/102_0757_zpsbb5a1a81.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/102_0757_zpsbb5a1a81.jpg.html)

ArmyGuy45
11-03-2013, 09:29 PM
new shackles installed
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/102_0757_zpsbb5a1a81.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/102_0757_zpsbb5a1a81.jpg.html)

Man, I love this XJ!!!

5-Speed XJ
11-04-2013, 06:42 PM
Man, I love this XJ!!!

thanks man :patriot:

5-Speed XJ
11-10-2013, 01:52 AM
On Board Air is done
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/1106131937_zps1d51b05d.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/1106131937_zps1d51b05d.jpg.html)
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/1110130124a_zpsb6dfd605.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/1110130124a_zpsb6dfd605.jpg.html)
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/1110130124_zps081d2f7a.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/1110130124_zps081d2f7a.jpg.html)
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/1110130124b_zps81fa04c7.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/1110130124b_zps81fa04c7.jpg.html)
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/1110130128_zps49b370a2.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/1110130128_zps49b370a2.jpg.html)

4.3LXJ
11-10-2013, 09:13 PM
Cool

5-Speed XJ
11-17-2013, 07:08 PM
OK I don't know if its just my jeep but the champion radiator was way to wide so I had to move the whole thing forward found this out after I tried wheeling it and my fan clutch hit it :(

wheeling
https://scontent-a-lga.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn2/1472056_10202501554609508_665371083_n.jpg
https://scontent-a-lga.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/1394092_10202501554409503_1997068412_n.jpg

then o shit
https://scontent-b-lga.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-frc3/1470115_10201876305167497_67085842_n.jpg

Time to move stuff
https://scontent-a-lga.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn2/1472903_10201876305727511_1863863865_n.jpg

hole saw new bottom mount holes
https://scontent-a-lga.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/1460209_10201876304407478_1776204606_n.jpg
https://scontent-a-lga.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn2/1454604_10201876304287475_9294561_n.jpg

Figured might as well replace the water pump and heater pipe
https://scontent-a-lga.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/1455017_10201876305807513_762255115_n.jpg
https://scontent-b-lga.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/993448_10201876304887490_276936119_n.jpg
New pump and heatercore Pipe
https://scontent-b-lga.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn2/1476503_10201878302137420_2030528659_n.jpg

What had to be done to the radiator crossmember to move the radiator as far forward as possible.
https://scontent-a-lga.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn2/1461435_10201878302017417_1736000168_n.jpg
https://scontent-b-lga.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn2/1461883_10201878302057418_988117755_n.jpg

Carves
11-17-2013, 07:29 PM
........... then o shit .......


... tis enough to make ya cry, ehh ... :mad:

Hows your engine and tranny mounts ?? ... They seem to play a big part in the radiator/fan kissing issues too.

... I bought some bits a while back to shift the rad and "improve" the draw length of the fan shroud .... thanks for the reminder to do something about it.

5-Speed XJ
11-17-2013, 07:38 PM
... tis enough to make ya cry, ehh ... :mad:

Hows your engine and tranny mounts ?? ... They seem to play a big part in the radiator/fan kissing issues too.

... I bought some bits a while back to shift the rad and "improve" the draw length of the fan shroud .... thanks for the reminder to do something about it.

I have the original motor mounts to my knowledge I replaced the trans mount last year with another rubber one but I have a daystar poly trans mount in a box and I have brown dogs super brackets and classic poly motor mounts on the way. :patriot:

5-Speed XJ
02-05-2014, 11:47 AM
new poly motor and tranny mounts with browndog engine brackets
https://scontent-a-lga.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/t1/580852_10202085643000812_2077355914_n.jpg
https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc3/t1/1477596_10202164108522401_187499243_n.jpg
https://scontent-b-lga.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-frc3/l/t1/1532088_10202164108722406_1252391633_n.jpg
https://scontent-a-lga.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/t1/1535549_10202164108242394_1585191769_n.jpg
Updates to my OBA by permanently mounting my manifold getting a kobalt water/oil separator way better than the husky one for anyone trying to do this. Added a pressure gauge to my 2.5gal tank.
https://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/t1/62320_10201964355288695_1418158896_n.jpg
Added a over head console I grabbed from a local yard cheap.
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/102_0832_zps5e8caacb.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/102_0832_zps5e8caacb.jpg.html)
Also going to clean up the wiring to my battery with a blue sea systems fuse block.
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/102_0880_zps7057b348.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/102_0880_zps7057b348.jpg.html)

bluedragon436
02-09-2014, 08:04 AM
Your XJ is still coming along very nicely Adam!!

5-Speed XJ
02-24-2014, 05:03 PM
Got my in cab winch control panel mounted just waiting for a nice free day to wire it up.

http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/102_0905_zps38054c82.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/102_0905_zps38054c82.jpg.html)
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/mounted_zps6574145e.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/mounted_zps6574145e.jpg.html)
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/backside_zps31878f26.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/backside_zps31878f26.jpg.html)
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/mountedview_zpsee20578f.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/mountedview_zpsee20578f.jpg.html)

5-Speed XJ
03-01-2014, 09:11 PM
out with the hellas in with daylight

http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/unnamed_zps3bfd8474.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/unnamed_zps3bfd8474.jpg.html)

http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/102_0915_zps145c1a44.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/102_0915_zps145c1a44.jpg.html)

http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/102_0910_zps186a41e4.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/102_0910_zps186a41e4.jpg.html)

5-Speed XJ
03-01-2014, 11:59 PM
Your XJ is still coming along very nicely Adam!!

Thanks man :patriot:

5-Speed XJ
07-13-2014, 12:40 AM
pulled the jeep in the garage today
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/unnamed_zps7adbf276.jpg
got some fancy parts cut out on a waterjet
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/IMG952014062795202617071_zps1d01037e.jpg
and bought some steel
https://fbcdn-sphotos-a-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpf1/t1.0-9/p526x296/1017525_10203501918926825_232791400744943227_n.jpg
to make my rear crossmember belly pan traction bar mount
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Belly%20Pan%20Ideas/102_0938_zpsad581738.jpg
Cut out some filler pieces made out of the leftover 2x3 I don't know if i like them or not yet. Could be used for more mounting points
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Belly%20Pan%20Ideas/102_0937_zpsf113fc58.jpg
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Belly%20Pan%20Ideas/102_0939_zps950a76d8.jpg

Drilled a bunch of holes and they all hit the crossmembers :)

Ten bolt holes total my small benchtop drill press made short work of it.

rear crossmember
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Belly%20Pan%20Ideas/holesdrilledtobolttotherearcrossmember2_zpsee64765 f.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/Belly%20Pan%20Ideas/holesdrilledtobolttotherearcrossmember2_zpsee64765 f.jpg.html)
front drivers side
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Belly%20Pan%20Ideas/holesforthefrontdriverssideskidtomounttothecrossme mber_zps30f93ab7.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/Belly%20Pan%20Ideas/holesforthefrontdriverssideskidtomounttothecrossme mber_zps30f93ab7.jpg.html)
front passenger side
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Belly%20Pan%20Ideas/holesforthefrontpassengersideskidtomounttothecross member_zps943c63b9.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/Belly%20Pan%20Ideas/holesforthefrontpassengersideskidtomounttothecross member_zps943c63b9.jpg.html)

rabies
07-23-2014, 03:36 PM
admiring this. looking forward to more

bluedragon436
07-23-2014, 04:07 PM
out with the hellas in with daylight

http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/unnamed_zps3bfd8474.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/unnamed_zps3bfd8474.jpg.html)

http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/102_0915_zps145c1a44.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/102_0915_zps145c1a44.jpg.html)

What light bar are you running?? It looks like a dual lensed LED bar, with Spot/Flood.. was just looking at size and brand if you know it off hand..

5-Speed XJ
07-26-2014, 09:00 AM
http://olympusoffroad.3dcartstores.com/126W-Gen-2-20-Dual-Row-_p_44.html

combo spot flood

5-Speed XJ
09-05-2014, 11:53 AM
did the 8.8 up again and installed some new leafs

http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/88%20with%20410s%20%20time/out_zps7f0d9d5b.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/88%20with%20410s%20%20time/out_zps7f0d9d5b.jpg.html)

stripped it new gears carrier and bearings and a solid pinon preload spacer
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/88%20with%20410s%20%20time/0824141938_zps2d99f9b6.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/88%20with%20410s%20%20time/0824141938_zps2d99f9b6.jpg.html)
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/88%20with%20410s%20%20time/weldedandgeared_zps3122772f.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/88%20with%20410s%20%20time/weldedandgeared_zps3122772f.jpg.html)
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/newrearend_zps8d4d0357.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/newrearend_zps8d4d0357.jpg.html)
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/newstance_zps8a1518b2.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/newstance_zps8a1518b2.jpg.html)

5-Speed XJ
09-05-2014, 11:57 AM
did a 99 intake swap with a banks header

http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/99intakeswap_zpsfb63d300.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/99intakeswap_zpsfb63d300.jpg.html)
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/banksheadervsoldcracky_zps962f0d65.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/banksheadervsoldcracky_zps962f0d65.jpg.html)
one of the several cracks
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/crackedmanafold_zps2058a714.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/crackedmanafold_zps2058a714.jpg.html)
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/99intakeandbanksheaderswap_zps650a188b.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/99intakeandbanksheaderswap_zps650a188b.jpg.html)
done
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/swapdone_zps636edd41.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/swapdone_zps636edd41.jpg.html)

5-Speed XJ
09-05-2014, 12:00 PM
cage time
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/cage%20time/fenderless_zps830128e5.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/cage%20time/fenderless_zps830128e5.jpg.html)
first bar
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/cage%20time/firstbar_zpsb9baa055.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/cage%20time/firstbar_zpsb9baa055.jpg.html)
cut fender to fit
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/cage%20time/driversfender_zps81bb31ce.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/cage%20time/driversfender_zps81bb31ce.jpg.html)

cowl bar
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/cage%20time/cowlbar_zpsa21939c4.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/cage%20time/cowlbar_zpsa21939c4.jpg.html)

windshield bar is almost done

XJ Wheeler
09-05-2014, 04:59 PM
Nice cagework! I love the hybrids like that.

Floridajeepcherokee
09-06-2014, 09:47 PM
nice .

bluedragon436
09-07-2014, 04:13 AM
Looking damn good Adam!! Wish I had that kind of skill... Maybe one day, until then I'll just continue checking out your build for more awesome ideas!!

Rlpetty43
09-07-2014, 12:30 PM
Great looking rig, I am gonna have to take time to comb thru this thread in its entirety subscribed!!

slipinkramer
09-07-2014, 12:53 PM
Stunning job!

5-Speed XJ
09-07-2014, 11:26 PM
ton more work done on the cage in the last two days
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/cage%20time/centerbar_zps70e50916.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/cage%20time/centerbar_zps70e50916.jpg.html)
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/cage%20time/frontroof_zpscf2100b2.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/cage%20time/frontroof_zpscf2100b2.jpg.html)
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/cage%20time/throughtheroofdriversside_zpse3fe4a97.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/cage%20time/throughtheroofdriversside_zpse3fe4a97.jpg.html)
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/cage%20time/interiorX_zpsa9f118a7.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/cage%20time/interiorX_zpsa9f118a7.jpg.html)

Rlpetty43
09-08-2014, 05:34 AM
Looks great, how did you tie in at the very back?

5-Speed XJ
09-08-2014, 05:40 PM
haven't yet still figuring out what I want to do

autotech98
09-09-2014, 10:54 AM
Wow man amazing work

5-Speed XJ
09-10-2014, 06:58 PM
This is how I'm tying in the back of the cage. http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/cage%20time/model_zps6009d14a.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/cage%20time/model_zps6009d14a.jpg.html)

5-Speed XJ
09-10-2014, 07:02 PM
picked up a set of used 2.5 12inch travel 5/8ths shafts remote resi shocks a bit overkill much
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/2512inchtravelshocks_zps92fa8131.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/2512inchtravelshocks_zps92fa8131.jpg.html)

4.3LXJ
09-10-2014, 07:33 PM
How are those valved?

bluedragon436
09-11-2014, 07:45 AM
That's a nice looking cage setup & def nice looking resi shocks!! You tieing the shocks into the cage?? Making upper shock mounts on the cage??

ArmyGuy45
09-11-2014, 11:10 AM
So I take it you do not want any rear passengers. Why not remove the rear seats then?

5-Speed XJ
09-16-2014, 07:37 PM
way ahead of you
basically done the cage just need to paint it and cut all my trim to fit

http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/cage%20time/noches_zpse0a8d70c.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/cage%20time/noches_zpse0a8d70c.jpg.html)

Inside
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/cage%20time/interior_zps21a3ca8e.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/cage%20time/interior_zps21a3ca8e.jpg.html)
roof
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/cage%20time/roofdone_zps97566b01.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/cage%20time/roofdone_zps97566b01.jpg.html)
outside
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/cage%20time/sideviewfinshed_zps56c8cfc6.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/cage%20time/sideviewfinshed_zps56c8cfc6.jpg.html)

Rlpetty43
09-17-2014, 08:26 AM
looks great, thanks for posting, someday I plan on doing a exocage I like looking at others folks setups to help me come up with a plan for mine.

rabies
09-17-2014, 08:31 AM
why you no cage from roof to bumper and sliders?

5-Speed XJ
09-17-2014, 05:37 PM
why you no cage from roof to bumper and sliders?

not needed extra weight its a hybrid cage that goes through the roof in 4 places

5-Speed XJ
09-27-2014, 01:08 PM
outside is done
http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Hybrid%20Rollcage/10698633_10204019758832499_6590488881170869196_n_z psdf60dec7.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/Hybrid%20Rollcage/10698633_10204019758832499_6590488881170869196_n_z psdf60dec7.jpg.html)
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http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad260/5-SpeedXJ/Hybrid%20Rollcage/10523287_10204019758872500_871945457159770146_n_zp sc4292902.jpg (http://s941.photobucket.com/user/5-SpeedXJ/media/Hybrid%20Rollcage/10523287_10204019758872500_871945457159770146_n_zp sc4292902.jpg.html)

4.3LXJ
09-27-2014, 01:43 PM
Very nice looking work

autotech98
09-27-2014, 03:43 PM
Wow!!!!

XJ Wheeler
09-27-2014, 06:05 PM
Awesome work!

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