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Old Dec 2, 2013 | 09:20 PM
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Cobra R calibers $$, they don't just bolt on.
Are you planning on using your '99 knuckles or change to WJs?

15" skinnies is cool.
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Old Dec 2, 2013 | 11:32 PM
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Originally Posted by CobraMarty
Cobra R calibers $$, they don't just bolt on.
Are you planning on using your '99 knuckles or change to WJs?

15" skinnies is cool.
I believe there is some confusion...I am only referring to the cobra twin piston setup, not the brembo 4 pots...the 2 pistons will still be an upgrade, are much much lighter than the xj or wj or any jeep caliper, still a huge increase in size, and like I said, can make em fit inside my drag wheels. If I can lock up my brakes, and havent had a fade issue, then at least I can justify the upgrade through weight savings.

And yes the plan is wj knuckles.

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Old Dec 6, 2013 | 10:10 PM
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Well just set the jeep back down. Got the hardlines fixed, and the brakes bled. Got it on charge now, think I may have fried the battery...it's got a warranty, so no biggie.
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Old Dec 7, 2013 | 06:05 PM
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Well, put about 100 miles on it today. Locker is fine on the street, and really gets it now that I have double the traction. Brakes are working, but still have to do some bleeding. Ordered all new stainless lines, so I'll wait to mess with em until I swap those out.
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Old Dec 9, 2013 | 04:21 PM
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Old Dec 9, 2013 | 04:22 PM
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Went to a local jeep meet/ cruise. Def the lowest one there, but it's cool because it was a cruise around town.
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Old Dec 12, 2013 | 03:45 PM
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where was this at? I need to go to the next one...also how did you find out about it?
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Old Dec 20, 2013 | 01:08 PM
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I just try to stay connected. Send me a pm and we'll keep the clutter down.

Christmas season is super busy here, so haven't got anything major done. Suspension is ordered, and brake setup is mostly ready. Only remaining question on the underside of the jeep is going to be wheel hop. I'm gonna see how bad it is after the new springs, but I'm hoping to get away with just a modified form of a traction bar. If it's real bad I'll end up going with floaters and ladder bars
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Old Jan 15, 2014 | 09:28 PM
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Just busy working, and trying to get my other projects done while I'm waiting on jeep parts. That being said the parts are starting to ale their way here.

Got my new ball joints with adjustable camber. Should make it handle better, but I'm a little worried about tire wear, if I keep them rotated, then it won't be an issue, but that means I can't run a staggered setup. I guess we'll see.
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Old Jan 17, 2014 | 11:04 PM
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Just waiting while parts keep coming in.
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Old Feb 23, 2014 | 12:45 AM
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Got some more of my upcoming suspension upgrade in. Upper and lower control arms. Stronger and lighter than stock, along with having solid poly bushings.
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Old Mar 4, 2014 | 11:18 AM
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Got my knuckles in the mail today, they are in awesome condition. Hopefully will have the rest of my parts by the end of the week.
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Old Mar 4, 2014 | 08:41 PM
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New moog bearings
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Old Mar 5, 2014 | 07:11 AM
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I just got all new moog ball joints. not going to need to do that. I'm still willing to help you anytime, as long as I'm available. just give me a shout.
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Old Mar 5, 2014 | 07:23 AM
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Good to hear, just waiting on parts to keep trickling in. Should be ready to start Friday
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