Joe Dirt Build
01-23-2016, 05:57 PM
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It's been a big week for the Joe Dirt build. Last Monday I picked it up from the shop with new 4.10 gears and then spent all my free time throughout the week cutting fenders for the 33x12x5 tires I have on order.
01-23-2016, 06:04 PM
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Here it is on the new 33's. The old 2" lift is obviously not going to cut it. Saving up for a 3 1/2" kit. I think I'll also need to cut more metal on the inside of the front wheel wells. I'd appreciate some advice and pictures from people also doing the LCG build.
01-31-2016, 11:05 PM
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I've cut enough to make plenty of room for the 33's. I really like the low center of gravity (LCG) build and found some cool stuff under that thread. I ordered extended bump stops. I might even leave it at a 2" lift. I'd love to see pictures and set up info on other people's LCG builds.
02-01-2016, 09:16 AM
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Looking good. Nice job on the fender trim, those 33s really need all the room they can get. I'll be watching to see how this LCG build comes along.
02-01-2016, 10:13 AM
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I'm liking the build...just make sure you bump stop properly if not your front fenders will be crunched and rear fender body panel will bend easily!
I didn't bump stop and wished I did...
Here's my old build
3" and 33s
Then 3" and 35s
It was a beast off-road...mainly mudding down south
I didn't bump stop and wished I did...
Here's my old build
3" and 33s
Then 3" and 35s
It was a beast off-road...mainly mudding down south
02-02-2016, 12:36 AM
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That's awesome and gives me some idea where I'm going. This week will be installing the rear bump stops and new speedo gear.
02-06-2016, 02:00 PM
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Got a little more work done today. I added some Daystar rear extended bumpstops. They're not doing what I need. Still too short. ( posted some questions here)
https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f67/bu...-build-221098/
I put in a 35 tooth speedo gear and got my speedometer working right. That was real nice. I fixed the parking brake cable and bought a set of Teraflex 4" TJ front springs off a guy on Wranglerforum.com (should net me 3' lift). I'm collecting parts for a Frankenstien lift.
https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f67/bu...-build-221098/
I put in a 35 tooth speedo gear and got my speedometer working right. That was real nice. I fixed the parking brake cable and bought a set of Teraflex 4" TJ front springs off a guy on Wranglerforum.com (should net me 3' lift). I'm collecting parts for a Frankenstien lift.
02-13-2016, 07:54 PM
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I continued my parts collecting today. I got a ZJ steering system off off Craigslist for $60 from a guy who upgraded his XJ steering to something even beefier. All I need are rear leaf packs and a trackbar still. I'll probably get those new.
03-04-2016, 08:21 PM
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The lift is done. It has new 3" leaf packs and 3" Teraflex springs. It seems to be more like a 4' lift. I'm hoping it will settle. The driveline angle seems pretty extreme. I have a transfer case drop on order. Do you think it needs angle shims on the rear axle to make it right?
05-07-2016, 06:24 PM
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She getting pretty close to done mechanically. It's been a while since I've done an update. It has 3" springs (more like 4" of lift). A SYE with CV shaft. New upper and lower control arms, 4.10 gears, and 33" tires. It's running great. I still need new seats, as they're pretty bad, also bumpers and some body work