2005 LJ w/37's

[Jdemonto]

My Jeep has the following mods:

1" daystar BL
3" Nth Springs
Front Rokmen Uppers
JKS Rear Uppers/lowers Trac bars
Jeep Medic Tuck/engine skid
Warn Power Plant 9500
Poison Spyder Ricochet Rockers (Modded)
Aev Pintlers
37" BFG Km2's
4.88's
D44 F/R E-lockers

http://virtualjeepclub.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=30670&stc=1&d=1257618067

http://jkowners.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=485&stc=1&d=1202342982

http://virtualjeepclub.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=18420&d=1202108018

My favorate! :lildevil:
http://img28.picoodle.com/img/img28/6/10/30/f_bfgtest13m_f56ca7e.jpg (http://www.picoodle.com/view.php?img=/6/10/30/f_bfgtest13m_f56ca7e.jpg&srv=img28)

[JeepinJon]

Looks good. 37" tires seem to be the perfect size with the highline kit.

[Jdemonto]

Looks good. 37" tires seem to be the perfect size with the highline kit.

Looks and works good, Got new tires and need to trim the rear fenders more....


Jason

[jeepyjcj]

looks great :)

short question, do you have a lot of rubbing, when flexing??

Love the 37 " tires:D

[Jdemonto]

looks great :)

short question, do you have a lot of rubbing, when flexing??

Love the 37 " tires:D

The fronts now rub a little at full flex and the rears need more trimming due to the new tires. I trimmed them when the tires were 50%:rolleyes:

Jason

[Jdemonto]

BTT


New pics adds

Jason

[Mieser]

Very nice....great job!

[Jdemonto]

Very nice....great job!

Thanks


Jason

[troy]

I have a 05 LJ Rubi with Poison Spyder Ricochet Rockers and am about to pull the trigger on the Highline Kit. My question: What did you need to do to your rockers to acomodate the AEV kit? I am planning on running at least 37's. I currently have a rubicon express 5.5 long arm.

Any help you could give would be greatly appreciated.

Troy

Ps. nice rig

[Jdemonto]

I have a 05 LJ Rubi with Poison Spyder Ricochet Rockers and am about to pull the trigger on the Highline Kit. My question: What did you need to do to your rockers to acomodate the AEV kit? I am planning on running at least 37's. I currently have a rubicon express 5.5 long arm.

Any help you could give would be greatly appreciated.

Troy

Ps. nice rig

I think it was 4 1/4 off memory and the side bar was cut and rewelded about the same. You may need to ask Dave

Jason

[Jdemonto]

BTT..Added more pics!

Jason

[Jdemonto]

Cool video of Lower terminator trail in Phoenix,AZ

We went out on 5.7.08 with Author Charles Wells to track some trails for his upcoming Offroad book!

Cool Video Here (http://gallery.mac.com/mike.shrake#100284)


Jason

[Jdemonto]

Added Cj7 Tailgate

http://virtualjeepclub.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=23264&stc=1&d=1222907445

[offroader613]

Sweet. :D Wish I had one.

[Jdemonto]

Moab 2009:Hells Gate


http://www.virtualjeepclub.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=27063&stc=1&d=1239820404

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[CFreddy]

Awesome rig! Do you flat tow or is the 4.88 ratio decent on the interstate?

[Jdemonto]

I drive my jeep, at 65mph Jeep is at 2000 rpm's

Jason

[rubclt]

I run 5.13 with 2006 Auto and 37...

[Dirtyboots]

Forgot to ask one more ?, what backspace are you running on your wheels? It looks perfect. Does it rub anything, if so what did you do to correct it, i.e., steering stops etc. Thanks!

[Jdemonto]

Forgot to ask one more ?, what backspace are you running on your wheels? It looks perfect. Does it rub anything, if so what did you do to correct it, i.e., steering stops etc. Thanks!

My wheels are 4.5" BS and I had to run spacers on the front 1.25 from Tera flex since my tires were hitting the frame. I am likely going to add Nth 3" springs to get the front up a bit and since the Rancho springs are not made for a heavy LJ.

Jason

[Dirtyboots]

It looks excellent and appears to perform as well. BS, offset, etc. are all so speculative and such a "crystal ball" type question with so many factors to consider. I appreciate you taking the time to pass on that info I have been wheeling for 12 years, built numerous rigs, and had a very difficult time trying to research appropriate offset for highline to achieve the same look / performance you have.

After seeing yours posted it is very much the look / performance I was looking for. I went to Qtec to order wheels and came across a new AEV wheel, Savegre. (I posted up a new thread on this board for ship date b/c they show Backorder awaiting factory supply) I ordered a set so I am going to leave it up to AEV to set up my offset. Hopefully with 37's the Savegre will work without too much rubbing. I'm on 5 on 5.5.

I am still on jackstands in the garage but just in case you haven't looked into OME springs I ordered a set of the HD springs ZJ on the front, and LJ HD on the rear. A friend of mine is running them on his LJ and really likes them. He is into trekking and loads his jeep down and they do pretty good. Just FYI. I am going to try and run those springs with 37" pro comps, Currie 4" bumpstops, highline, and no BL. We'll see what happens.

Thanks again.

[Jdemonto]

It looks excellent and appears to perform as well. BS, offset, etc. are all so speculative and such a "crystal ball" type question with so many factors to consider. I appreciate you taking the time to pass on that info I have been wheeling for 12 years, built numerous rigs, and had a very difficult time trying to research appropriate offset for highline to achieve the same look / performance you have.

After seeing yours posted it is very much the look / performance I was looking for. I went to Qtec to order wheels and came across a new AEV wheel, Savegre. (I posted up a new thread on this board for ship date b/c they show Backorder awaiting factory supply) I ordered a set so I am going to leave it up to AEV to set up my offset. Hopefully with 37's the Savegre will work without too much rubbing. I'm on 5 on 5.5.

I am still on jackstands in the garage but just in case you haven't looked into OME springs I ordered a set of the HD springs ZJ on the front, and LJ HD on the rear. A friend of mine is running them on his LJ and really likes them. He is into trekking and loads his jeep down and they do pretty good. Just FYI. I am going to try and run those springs with 37" pro comps, Currie 4" bumpstops, highline, and no BL. We'll see what happens.

Thanks again.

Thanks!

I am likely going with the Nth 3" spring as its made for my heavy Jeep Vs the 2.5" rancho rockcrawlers I have now which I believe do not help my situation.

Now if Dave will make me a deal on them springs;)

Jason

[Jdemonto]

Ok some facts behind the idea here:I upgraded to a cj tailgate which left me with 3/16" armor with slots for the TJ door hinges in which I do not use anymore. The idea was to fill them in and paint them to match.

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[Jdemonto]

Just finished up a few projects today. Had a custom made cb antenna mount made and new custom exhaust. I previously ripped off twice now, this time had it routed higher and shorter. I also installed a Die hard platinum battery (from Sears) same as the Odyssey.

http://virtualjeepclub.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=30313&stc=1&d=1256005184

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[Jdemonto]

New Pintlers

http://jkowners.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=13078&stc=1&d=1256488336

http://jkowners.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=13079&stc=1&d=1256488351

[steve578]

The Pintlers look great! I had a hard time deciding between silver and argent.

[Jdemonto]

The Pintlers look great! I had a hard time deciding between silver and argent.

Me too but I knew for me it would be silver although most said buy argent.

Jason

[forsakenfuture]

I'm really shocked that you didnt get argent.I like how you keep updating the thread.

[Jdemonto]

I'm really shocked that you didnt get argent.I like how you keep updating the thread.

Thanks its kind of turned into the unofficial build thread of my Jeep! Argent just did not make sense to me at the end of the day and I am sick of black so silver it was!

Jason

[rubclt]

very cool, thanks for sharing

[Jdemonto]

I just installed the 3" NTH springs last night, corners better handles the bumps in the rd. Seems that it really lifted the rear over my old 2.5" springs about 4" and the front 1 1/2". Feels like a inch at the door at most and now sits level.

Before

http://jkowners.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=13078&stc=1&d=1256488336

After

http://virtualjeepclub.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=30670&stc=1&d=1257618067

[rubclt]

Looks good, thanks for sharing

[Jdemonto]

I have to say this thing corners like a sports car! I hit the driveway at work doing close to 40 mph and I squealed the tires and the rear came a bit loose but felt very stable.

Jason

[Jdemonto]

Here are some snow pics just in case you miss the snow! I know I do...:D

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[Kelboski]

That thing is sweet. Thanks for sharing the pics...



Kelbo

[Jdemonto]

That thing is sweet. Thanks for sharing the pics...



Kelbo

Thanks......only if it had a diesel....

LOL

Jason

[Kelboski]

The LJ platform is by far my favorite. I've owned 4 CJ-7's, 1 CJ-5, 2 TJ Rubicon SWB, 1 LJ Rubicon, and now my JK 4dr Diesel....

The LJ has been my favorite, from an all around standpoint. The JK Diesel is ridiculously cool/powerful/and unique, but I've pondered selling it as of late, and going back to an LJ.

Just a thought......

This was my LJ:

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f231/Kelboski/IMG_0175.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f231/Kelboski/IMG_0177.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f231/Kelboski/IMG_0180.jpg



Kelbo

[Jdemonto]

That was a nice LJ Kelbo. I have to give AEV Props as I get a lot more coments on my Jeep with their wheels on it!.

Jason

[JeepinJon]

I think after I get done building my JK I will pick up an LJ for the next build. I think that the LJ is probably one of the most versatile Jeeps out there.

[Mieser]

What would be your opinion on just 3" Nth springs, no body lift, and tall 35s? Think it would work well?

[Jdemonto]

What would be your opinion on just 3" Nth springs, no body lift, and tall 35s? Think it would work well?

I think with a HL you would be more than fine. I really like the Nth springs, the Jeep drives so much better than it used to. I also just bought a new OME steering stabilzer and did a write up on it. www.jptrails.com

Jason

[rubclt]

What would be your opinion on just 3" Nth springs, no body lift, and tall 35s? Think it would work well?

This is a very good setup... I ran it for a while and went to 37" 4.5" springs... The 35"/3" I sometime miss...

[Kelboski]

I love the Highline kit. I would go with the 4.5" springs if it were me, but that's coming from a "look" preference. All of your LJs w/ highline kits look great.




Kelbo

[Jdemonto]

This is from our Sedona trip on Monday..my new Fav pics of my Jeep!

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More pics here:

http://thumb17.webshots.net/t/77/77/7/12/68/2577712680090072657iEosxZ_th.jpg (http://rides.webshots.com/album/577659766oxnGuP)

[Jdemonto]

New Tires!

http://i1186.photobucket.com/albums/z372/jdemonto/100_2853.jpg

http://i1186.photobucket.com/albums/z372/jdemonto/100_2854-1.jpg

[forsakenfuture]

Where did the winch go?

[Jdemonto]

Where did the winch go?

I sold it, I need another one now so I will likley buy the new Warn VR8000 and see how that works out.

Jason

[forsakenfuture]

The VRs have caught my eye as well.

[Jdemonto]

The VRs have caught my eye as well.

I would like to test it out and see how it will work in the real world.

Jason

[theglide]

The VRs have caught my eye as well.

this is what caught my eye, so I ordered it along with a bumper (still waiting on the bumper to arrive)
http://im1.shutterfly.com/procgtaserv/47a1da06b3127cce98548b3c631e00000035108AaNm7lq3cOC

[Jdemonto]

this is what caught my eye, so I ordered it along with a bumper (still waiting on the bumper to arrive)
http://im1.shutterfly.com/procgtaserv/47a1da06b3127cce98548b3c631e00000035108AaNm7lq3cOC

How much and how much does it pull?


Jason

[Red_Raider911]

I would like to test it out and see how it will work in the real world.

Jason

From what I have seen and the specs looks like the line speed is just slower on the VR(s). I went with the standard M8000. The extra money was worth the line speed especially since I picked mine up for $530 shipped w/ no sales tax.

On top of that they are offering hte $80 off right now as well. $450 out the door for an M8000 was just too good to pass up.

[Jdemonto]

From what I have seen and the specs looks like the line speed is just slower on the VR(s). I went with the standard M8000. The extra money was worth the line speed especially since I picked mine up for $530 shipped w/ no sales tax.

On top of that they are offering hte $80 off right now as well. $450 out the door for an M8000 was just too good to pass up.

Where did you find it?

Jason

[theglide]

How much and how much does it pull?


Jason

rated at 8000 lbs comes with synthetic line, shipped to my door all for under $600

[Jdemonto]

rated at 8000 lbs comes with synthetic line, shipped to my door all for under $600

Seems like a good price I am a bit of a Brand Loyalist to Warn though

Jason

[gellio]

I agree Jason. Love my Warn!

[Jdemonto]

Looks good wet!

http://forum.aev-conversions.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=3112&d=1326908074

[Jdemonto]

Thinking about painting the flares red what do you guys think?

Jason

[Ben Hedrick]

Jason, Warn's new VR series winches are really nice. A VR8000s (synthetic) is below $700.

Ben

Edit: You can get a Warn VR10000s for $735...
http://lh5.googleusercontent.com/public/TmB5avIYs-8uM5MceqpQ0mN4qNhecz0PO6NX3jyf9CzWYaa8SICDfyr7EVcA NOcXXbdpfF9QbdhBf6db4F3G7qikel_Lv79FynjMNL9KAjojJ_ 8_xBwjhDiNziKd_JBHR8YpAoMramHOqox0s3Xm8RLkmmp-AfqE_FOkuKvWn7K05y2tffw

[forsakenfuture]

I think it would be a nice touch. I thought about doing it to my LJ.

[theglide]

Thinking about painting the flares red what do you guys think?

Jason

wouldn't be a fan of it ... the black flares go with the black rocker guards in my opinion ... and no I wouldn't be a fan of painting the rocker guards red

the one thing I would change is I'd lose the lights up on the windshield

[Jdemonto]

wouldn't be a fan of it ... the black flares go with the black rocker guards in my opinion ... and no I wouldn't be a fan of painting the rocker guards red

the one thing I would change is I'd lose the lights up on the windshield

I've thought about losing the lights I would have to lose or replace the skins that hold the lights on...hard to see in the pics. I have always liked the look but the lights simply suck..lots of glare inside the cab. Maybe I will sell them...

Jason

[CRDSTU]

Thinking about painting the flares red what do you guys think?

Jason

Yes - and for god's sake paint the wheels black :P! Texture black to be precise ;)

[Jdemonto]

Yes - and for god's sake paint the wheels black :P! Texture black to be precise ;)

I have had black wheels in the past,I think silver look better with the red. I have had far more compliments with silver wheels than I ever had with black!

Jason

[06moneypit]

I have had black wheels in the past,I think silver look better with the red. I have had far more compliments with silver wheels than I ever had with black!

Jason

Silver does look WAY better with red. Leave the flares, they look good. Gives the Jeep contrast. I'm a fan of the VR series. Have yet to get my hands on one but like what i have seen on forums...

[Jdemonto]

Silver does look WAY better with red. Leave the flares, they look good. Gives the Jeep contrast. I'm a fan of the VR series. Have yet to get my hands on one but like what i have seen on forums...

I just saw the VR Series "S" and I think thats the way to go!

Jason