Bright Red 97 XJ Build
08-06-2016, 12:08 AM
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I've never used bedliner and those who I've seen have didn't like it long term. I make sure when I paint I wipe down the metal with brake clean, a first light coat of primer (I use Rustoleum clean metal primer), let dry for 15 minutes or enough to touch, then a heavy second coat and leave it to dry completely, then a light coat of paint, wait 15 minutes, then add 1 to 2 more heavier coats.
08-06-2016, 06:06 PM
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08-06-2016, 08:59 PM
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Nothing is easy... trying to get the old nutstrip out, started by trying to simply unscrew it, and was going well until the 8mm on the bottom rounded off. Cut them off, but now I'm fighting with the rivets.
08-07-2016, 03:56 PM
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Finally got that nutstrip out! Now I can actually start getting the bumper mounted.
It's a love-hate relationship
It's a love-hate relationship
08-09-2016, 10:07 PM
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Still have to get 2 longer bolts for it and install the side pieces, but it's on and lookin good!
Still have to get 2 longer bolts for it and install the side pieces, but it's on and lookin good!
08-11-2016, 11:17 AM
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08-11-2016, 09:04 PM
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08-17-2016, 11:53 PM
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Badlands Weekend Extravaganza
Okayyy, a bit to update. Went to the Badlands Offroad park in Attica, IN again with the squad for the weekend. Probably the best wheeling trip I've had despite all the things breaking. Easily 10x better than the Cliffs in my opinion. Lots of pictures and videos were taken so bear with me.
Brandon and Jon trailered their heeps while I drove.
After a few stops and traffic, we finally made it
Brandon and Jon trailered their heeps while I drove.
After a few stops and traffic, we finally made it
08-18-2016, 12:01 AM
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Brandonrcm's Jeep sitting majestic af
Literally the first thing we did I ended up smacking the rear bumper and pushing it upwards...
Need more flex. 20 minutes in and I'm 3-wheeling it. Pucker moment.
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08-18-2016, 12:27 AM
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Shinanigans
R.I.P. fender
Now I don't really drink, and I'm a small person so it doesn't take alot to get me drunk, but I got
At least it was on the bad side