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Old Sep 29, 2012 | 01:35 PM
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Bar far the best looking set of fenders I've seen on a cherokee. I've always wanted a set for my steel blue, but they are so damn expensive.

That BDS kit looks like it flexes pretty damn nice too.
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Old Sep 30, 2012 | 04:08 PM
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Flat fenders are amazing. I can stand on them without them even bending. The one thing I noticed though is the adhesive that goes on the main flare piece is kind of iffy. Its holding up but it looks like it could be a problem further down the future. Not thinking of it too much at this point.

And as for the lift kit. That picture where I was on the tree stump, my rear was no where near its full flex which was crazy I still had about 6" before full stuff

But the front was stuffed completely to where I was rubbing on the fender flares themselves. I do plan to go 2"'s higher in the near future just to give me a little more clearance. But this lift kit has given me nothing but smiles for the year I have had my jeep.

My plans for the extra 2"s is to get the shackle relocator for the rear and for the front either acos coil spacers if funds allow or just cheap polyurethane spacers for the front.

Also gonna be working on armor. Thinking about a rear bumper so I can get the donut out of the back of my jeep and get a full size on the back.

Thanks for looking. Hopefully its not too slow!
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Old Sep 30, 2012 | 04:13 PM
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http://www.orfab.com/details.php?App...ER&Active=Yes#

What do you think of this bumper. I really like the hidden winch look. But I don't think I'd want the hoop

Some input would be nice thanks
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Old Oct 1, 2012 | 09:17 PM
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If you really know how to weld i personally like this bumper...
http://www.jcroffroad.com/mm5/mercha...de=DIY-XJ-F-WN

If your still learning to weld though they have the full bumper too
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Old Oct 2, 2012 | 01:08 AM
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looking good. you go out to sand lake much?
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Old Oct 2, 2012 | 02:24 AM
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Great job, kid. You should figure out how much it costs you in parts and your time to build those racks. I'm sure a few people would buy them.
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Old Oct 2, 2012 | 07:43 AM
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never been to sand lake
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Old Oct 2, 2012 | 08:17 AM
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You've done a great job so far with your build!
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Old Oct 28, 2012 | 10:32 PM
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Originally Posted by Flip
Great job, kid. You should figure out how much it costs you in parts and your time to build those racks. I'm sure a few people would buy them.
Cost about 300 including lights to make the rack (200 without) and about half a term of welding to finish. Not too bad
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Old Oct 29, 2012 | 02:13 PM
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Your Jeep is coming along nicely. Tasteful mods man, good job!
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Old Dec 1, 2012 | 04:03 AM
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The sheep looksnawesome! Much better that before lol can't wait to see it done
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Old Dec 1, 2012 | 05:07 AM
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Originally Posted by Cherokee.Dreamer
Attachment 71836
Got my tom woods DS and SYE KIT

My shaft is now a woody
If you don't mind me asking how much did you pay for this whole set up?
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Old Dec 1, 2012 | 09:23 AM
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Originally Posted by Cherokee.Dreamer
So this looks like oil to me. Still a noob here sorry, but im not seeing an oil stain anywhere. does this look like an oil leak? or is that suppose to be there. SOrry for stupid questions




So have you found out what is causing this? I have the same drops in the same place, leaving marks everywhere. I change my oil every 3k and never see loss on the dip stick. Thoughts of being oil pan gasket, rear main seal, bad drain plug?

Also very nice Jeep, love the thread! Think you are doing right by getting on of the best lifts!

Now I seen something about bumpers, take a look at Loganmetals4x4.com they sell some awesome bumpers, People may agree who have them that they are the best. The quality is awesome, they look great, very clean look, great fabrication. On your Jeep I would say it would look great!
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Old Dec 1, 2012 | 09:31 AM
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Here is the bumper I am running, I have been yanked and have yanked from this so many times, so sturdy! There powdercoat they do is alright, I got the bumper shipped raw steel and had it done by local company.

http://www.logansmetal4x4.com/jechxjfrwibu1.html

Now the rear bumper if your looking for a spare, this is one bad *** rear bumper!

http://www.logansmetal4x4.com/jechxjrebuwt.html

Sorry to just spam your thread but I have wasted my money on JCR Bumpers and upgraded to Logan's, and well...
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Old Jan 16, 2013 | 11:01 PM
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Not sure how long it has been, but i recently turned 18 working on graduating. Been working on the jeep here and there. Got some parts here and there.

Just recently i pulled the plug on gettin some rock sliders (suppoting local), also ended up getting some goodies for the jeep. Got a rear hitch, gas tank skid, tow bar, tow hooks, over head console, as well as 2 highlifts in part.

Currently in process of sandblasting and repainting hi lift parts. Im taking welding so probably going to be building something.

I also need to touch up some spots on my roof rack no bigge tho. Just pull the quick disconnect on the lights i intalled undo the gutter bouts and call her good.

If you want pics. Just ask and i will post them up (cause im not sure who actually reads mine lol)

But the jeep is still alive and kickin'

Thanks for those who follow my thread.
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