So I traded in my car for a JKU about a year ago. Had no idea how awesome this vehicle was when I purchased it, I just knew it looked bad ass. Its a 2010 Mountain Edition. Any way I got it used with a fair amount of miles on it but it runs like a champ so I went for it.
I really liked the stock look of the vehicle so I honestly didn't want to do much to it but once I started lurking everyones builds I realized how much more awesome it could be. annnnnd the build began.
I started out with some cheaper/cosmetic mods. This weekend I finished:
Rugged Ridge Grab handles front and rear:
AntennaX 13" :
Billet Grill inserts from Amazon:
They're tough to see in the picture but I think they came out great and contrast the grille color really well.(which is the reason Im not painting it black yet) Not to mention I feel a lot better knowing there at least some protection up there.
Finally, I decided to paint the current extremely faded fender flares. I know its probably not gonna hold up too well over time but for now they're more astectically pleasing. I haven't decided exactly what I want for fenders yet so this is buying me some time. May try cutting them at some point also.
Probably should have pulled the off to paint in retrospect
This photo is after just the first coat:
before:
After:
I Also removed the very faded hood mat decal and the "wrangler unlimited" decals.
On that note, Does anyone have suggestions for removing excess adhesive? Whats safe to use on the paint? The only product Ive used in the past is goo-gone but never on my car. There isn't a much on the hood, just a few spots. Basically the entire surface of the adhesive was left under the Wrangler stickers though.
On Deck for the second round:
(don't talk me out of these because they're already delivered)
Rancho 3" sport suspension kit w/Rancho 7000s
4 Terra Grapplers 325/65/R18 on 4 XD series addicts
Tramp Stamp
Flashpaq Programmer
AFE momentum intake
Dynomax Dual Axle Back
Dually LEDs
Rugged ridge aluminum hood latch
Coming soon to a trail near you!
Hope you all enjoy this and feel free to offer input and future mod suggestions. Like the fenders I'm also in the air about bumpers/ rock rails/ additional lighting. So if you have parts that you've enjoyed please share. Already thinking about the NEXT round of mods, this is a problem. All suggestions welcome considering this is a DD.
-AH
I really liked the stock look of the vehicle so I honestly didn't want to do much to it but once I started lurking everyones builds I realized how much more awesome it could be. annnnnd the build began.
I started out with some cheaper/cosmetic mods. This weekend I finished:
Rugged Ridge Grab handles front and rear:
AntennaX 13" :
Billet Grill inserts from Amazon:
They're tough to see in the picture but I think they came out great and contrast the grille color really well.(which is the reason Im not painting it black yet) Not to mention I feel a lot better knowing there at least some protection up there.
Finally, I decided to paint the current extremely faded fender flares. I know its probably not gonna hold up too well over time but for now they're more astectically pleasing. I haven't decided exactly what I want for fenders yet so this is buying me some time. May try cutting them at some point also.
Probably should have pulled the off to paint in retrospect
This photo is after just the first coat:
before:
After:
I Also removed the very faded hood mat decal and the "wrangler unlimited" decals.
On that note, Does anyone have suggestions for removing excess adhesive? Whats safe to use on the paint? The only product Ive used in the past is goo-gone but never on my car. There isn't a much on the hood, just a few spots. Basically the entire surface of the adhesive was left under the Wrangler stickers though.
On Deck for the second round:
(don't talk me out of these because they're already delivered)
Rancho 3" sport suspension kit w/Rancho 7000s
4 Terra Grapplers 325/65/R18 on 4 XD series addicts
Tramp Stamp
Flashpaq Programmer
AFE momentum intake
Dynomax Dual Axle Back
Dually LEDs
Rugged ridge aluminum hood latch
Coming soon to a trail near you!
Hope you all enjoy this and feel free to offer input and future mod suggestions. Like the fenders I'm also in the air about bumpers/ rock rails/ additional lighting. So if you have parts that you've enjoyed please share. Already thinking about the NEXT round of mods, this is a problem. All suggestions welcome considering this is a DD.
-AH