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Starting this thread to showcase my DD/Mountain Runner/ Hunting Rig. I picked it up for $2000 with a 2" lift and 31" BFG's installed.
Here is what is currently on her: First step was installing new shocks in preparation for a 3.5" lift. I opted for Skyjacker 7000's Next came a bumper install for a custom bumper i snagged for $200 |
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Tuff country 3.5 lift installed https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.che...262cfbad96.jpg 31/10.5/15 Cooper STT pro's https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.che...3f65ccfb82.jpg 62 mm throttle body spacer https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.che...a249819a07.jpg As of 8/7: Lost both ignition keys, had to order a new key cut from Dealer. Just ordered a Ares Fab Cut n Fold rear bumper. Great Guy to work With and affordable http://aresfabrication.com/ |
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Photos to come soon. Arrived are the following: Ares Fab rear Cut n Fold Bumper Nates 4x4 cargo rack: Upgraded alternator harness from Kelley's http://www.kelleyswip.com/ Smittybuilt XRC 9.5k winch http://www.4wheelparts.com/Winches-a...&t_pn=S/B97495 |
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Wiring harness Installed from Kellyswips (5-90) on here, though it took forever for the parts to arrive, nearly a month after ordering, i was impressed with the quality. I ordered the complete mains kit with the ANL fuse. If you do this swap, Remember to put the fuse before the vehicle Relay Box.https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.che...2e7d0c54b9.jpg CAI is on, but never had a good pic https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.che...c241efd3db.jpg 62mm hesco throttle body and spacer https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.che...d80b93b7c4.jpg Smittybilt XRC 9500 winch https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.che...2f747ac460.jpg |
Nice!
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planning a sage grouse hunting expedition this coming weekend, so i have been going through my travel gear. So far this is what i carry while on the mountain:
Spares: Spare Tire Spare U-joints Quart of oil Quart of ATF Gallon of Washer Fluid Box of Fuses and spare wire Spark Plugs Rotor Gear: Tool bag with basic tools Recovery bag: Tow strap, shackles, gloves, mag light, stock jack and handle, winch weight Odds Bag: More gloves, batteries, bottle jack, first aid kit, bungie cords and rope Shovel Axe Personals Bag: Headlamp TP!!! Sunscreen Nalgene Maps of Montana and Wyoming Extra AA's AAA's and D's Cell Charger baby wipes Camping Tote: Sleeping Bag Pad Blanket Tent Propane stove and 2x propane bottles Food Extras: Car GPS and Handheld GPS both with On X Hunt Maps Chips 3 gallons Water 5 Gallons Gas Dog supplies: dog medical Kit, food, collapsable water bowl. Hunting Gear depends on what i am chasing. 1 English Pointer 1 Black Lab |
As it sits today. Awaiting the Roof Rack to show up.
To Do: Primer and paint the Ares Fab Bumper and brackets Cut and Fold the rear quarters Install Bumper Alternator Upgrade Tear off trim moulding Bed liner the bottom half of doors and fender flares Undercoat the floor pan Pull dash and replace heater core Save money for Detroit Tru-Trac https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.che...b05b6a4667.jpg |
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Roof Rack From www.nates4x4.com finally came. Over a month after a i first ordered it. I understand he is a 1 man shop, but being told 8-10 business days shipping and having it arrive 1 month later is not cool in my book. On the other hand, it weighs about 65 lbs and looks well built. will be painting and installing tonight. https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.che...f57d1761c9.jpg
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Got the Roof Rack and rear bumper painted. I used the rustoleum spray on bed liner stuff. I got anxious to install it and didnt let it dry completely, so i will need to touch up in a few places. I am not to impressed with the gutter mounts provided with the rack. I only received 4 of the 6 i ordered and they dont seem to clamp very uniformly and disfigured my rain gutter. Basically payed 70$ for 20 minutes of work cutting some C channel and welding a piece of all thread to some plating. :001_huh:
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Roof Rack installed. Getting the spare out of the cargo bay gives you so much more room (Insert step brothers quote here)
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It's like a whole new truck! What's next?
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Next is Brown Dog engine mounts. my drivers side is completely toast haha. Followed by KJ rear disc brake conversion. Followed by the alternator upgrade.
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You'll be impressed with the Brown Dog's. I got the Poly with brackets and I wished I would have gone with the rubber.
Nice looking rig! How do you like the STT Pro's? I'm considering these or the MT/Rs for my 32x11.50 upgrade in the future. |
I like the Pro's. they really shine in loose cobbly rock and gravel. We havent had any rain to speak of so i havent gotten them in mud at all. they do have a bit of a howl on pavement, but they are MT's and not a highway tread.
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