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This is version 2.0 of my build.
I had a ’14 JKU Sahara for just over a year. As I mentioned in my previous build thread, I had a great experience with that Jeep. I had taken her in for the 20k mile service and ended up trading up to the ’16 Rubicon.
It wasn’t planned, but it happened.
Went from this:
To This:
I’ve been working hard to save up money for mods. I know it's easier for some folk than others, but I'm slowly putting aside a little here and there. It's a test of patience for sure.
I do wheel my Jeep in her stock form. Along the way, I've learned what I need to upgrade instead of just spending money and doing whatever seems popular.
I've only added some accessories so far.
QT Floor Mats, Cargo Mat and Door Sill Guards
Grabars !
M.O.R.E. "Dead Pedal"
ProClip iPhone mount
Rugged Ridge Mesh Grill Insert
1.16 - Rugged Ridge Hood Latches
1.16 - AntennaX 13” Trail Antenna
2.16 - QT LED Stealth Headlights and Fogs
2.16 - Ace Engineering sliders
I've also done the Plasti-Dip treatment on the Jeep emblem.
I also added a US Flag decal.
Next phase is the lift. When the money is built up, I plan on having the AEV 2.5 XT lift installed: Along with the Geometry Correction Brackets and an exhaust spacer. I might opt for getting an adjustable front trackbar at the same time.
I think I could run the stock BFG MT’s until they wear out.
Tires and wheels will be:
Mickey Thompson ATZ P3 in 295/70/17 with Mammoth Boulder wheels. I might keep the stock wheels and use spacers.
As much as I like the idea of running 35”s, the money it would take to do it the right way is out of my price range for the foreseeable future. Plus, I have some mobility issues and the climbing in and out of a higher lifted vehicle isn’t going to do me any good.
Alternative tires could be Cooper ST Maxx (They’re a good bit cheaper)
I'm considering staying with a mud terrain.
I've spent the last 12 months or so reading, learning from folks, and reading more about suspensions and tires. There are a lot of folks here on WF that have shared their knowledge and experience. I'm grateful for all the learning I've gained from them.
For my needs, the AEV lift with the additional parts is going to do just fine. I don't have any ambition to be a rock crawler or do any extreme wheeling.
After the lift, wheels and tires, I'll need to get some armor.
JCR Vanguard front bumper or, as an alternate, the ARB Full Width, possibly the Barricade Trailforce.
LoD Signature series full width and tire carrier for the rear.
Likely I'll need some skids underneath too, but those will have to come later.
I hope to go with all this in the next few months.
I had a ’14 JKU Sahara for just over a year. As I mentioned in my previous build thread, I had a great experience with that Jeep. I had taken her in for the 20k mile service and ended up trading up to the ’16 Rubicon.
It wasn’t planned, but it happened.
Went from this:

To This:

I’ve been working hard to save up money for mods. I know it's easier for some folk than others, but I'm slowly putting aside a little here and there. It's a test of patience for sure.
I do wheel my Jeep in her stock form. Along the way, I've learned what I need to upgrade instead of just spending money and doing whatever seems popular.
I've only added some accessories so far.
QT Floor Mats, Cargo Mat and Door Sill Guards
Grabars !
M.O.R.E. "Dead Pedal"
ProClip iPhone mount
Rugged Ridge Mesh Grill Insert
1.16 - Rugged Ridge Hood Latches
1.16 - AntennaX 13” Trail Antenna
2.16 - QT LED Stealth Headlights and Fogs
2.16 - Ace Engineering sliders
I've also done the Plasti-Dip treatment on the Jeep emblem.
I also added a US Flag decal.
Next phase is the lift. When the money is built up, I plan on having the AEV 2.5 XT lift installed: Along with the Geometry Correction Brackets and an exhaust spacer. I might opt for getting an adjustable front trackbar at the same time.
I think I could run the stock BFG MT’s until they wear out.
Tires and wheels will be:
Mickey Thompson ATZ P3 in 295/70/17 with Mammoth Boulder wheels. I might keep the stock wheels and use spacers.
As much as I like the idea of running 35”s, the money it would take to do it the right way is out of my price range for the foreseeable future. Plus, I have some mobility issues and the climbing in and out of a higher lifted vehicle isn’t going to do me any good.
Alternative tires could be Cooper ST Maxx (They’re a good bit cheaper)
I'm considering staying with a mud terrain.
I've spent the last 12 months or so reading, learning from folks, and reading more about suspensions and tires. There are a lot of folks here on WF that have shared their knowledge and experience. I'm grateful for all the learning I've gained from them.
For my needs, the AEV lift with the additional parts is going to do just fine. I don't have any ambition to be a rock crawler or do any extreme wheeling.
After the lift, wheels and tires, I'll need to get some armor.
JCR Vanguard front bumper or, as an alternate, the ARB Full Width, possibly the Barricade Trailforce.
LoD Signature series full width and tire carrier for the rear.
Likely I'll need some skids underneath too, but those will have to come later.
I hope to go with all this in the next few months.