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Discussion in '2nd Gen. Builds (2005-2015)' started by danbow, Jan 9, 2013.

  1. Jan 9, 2013 at 1:27 PM
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    danbow

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    Very Modest Build but it does what I want it to!
    *thought I'd update this to see what I've done so far and add some pics of some of the adventures I've taken the truck through.

    09 Double Cab, Off-Road, 4x4

    Bought new in March of 2009

    Pic from 2/12/17

    IMG_2698_zpsczmlet9x.jpg

    Mods:
    Suspension in order of install:
    1. 2in front coilover spacers... did not like
    2. 5100 Bilstiens at 1.75, handled much better
    3. OME 887 w/ 5100 at 0, LR UCA's, got about 2.5 in total front, 1.5 wheelers AAL

    Armor:
    1. Allpro IFS skid.. has been very worth it.
    2. Schrockworks Sliders, wish I had these from day 1

    Recovery:
    1. CBI hidden winch mount
    2. Champion 10k winch, steel cable... It broke.
    3. Warn VR-10000s, much better, much lighter.
    4. Maxxa Escaper Buddies, have not used them yet.
    5. Straps, shackles, Snatch Blocks, Hi-lift, shovel, axe, misc...

    Interior:
    1. Wet Okole Seat covers
    2. Weathertech floor liners
    3. Sony DVD HU

    Wheels/Tires:
    1. Beat-up 16in stock wheels
    2. Replaced rugged trails for 265/75/16C Duratracs at 40k
    3. Replaced those with Cooper Maxx 265/75/16 at 65k

    Also:
    1. ECGS bushing
    2. 2 CV axle replacments (both L side)
    3. Both front wheel bearings
    4. Trail damage
    5. Relocated the trailer harness to rear bumper.
    6. Hi-lift and double quickfist mounts in bed
    7. OEM bedmat
    8. Husky box in bed for winch and gear
    9. added D-rings to front of bed (to hold down husky box)
    10. Bestop... only on a few times a year.
    11. Paint to match grille and rear bumper
     
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  2. Jan 10, 2013 at 2:07 PM
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    It looks like it sits a little nose high, but it is actually pretty close to dead level. I think it might be the slope of the driveway
     
  3. Jan 10, 2013 at 2:09 PM
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    DeeKay21

    DeeKay21 Lieutenant Dan.

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    Looks good!
     
  4. Jan 10, 2013 at 2:17 PM
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    Thanks! I know it is a pretty modest build, just enough to do what I want it to do.
     
  5. Jan 10, 2013 at 2:18 PM
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    DeeKay21 Lieutenant Dan.

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    Yeah its your truck so mod it the way you want to and what fills your needs. ;)
     
  6. Jan 15, 2013 at 2:12 PM
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    Got to put the truck through its paces on Sat... as a result new unwanted mods

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  7. Jan 15, 2013 at 4:32 PM
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    DeeKay21 Lieutenant Dan.

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    Gotta pay to play. ^^^ :eek:
     
  8. Jan 23, 2013 at 11:17 AM
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    One problem solved... after knocking the trailer wireharness connector off, relocated to bumper using hole from left license plate lamp, also switched out bulb in right lamp to slightly brighter to compensate
     
  9. Jan 23, 2013 at 12:38 PM
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    Nice mod! ^^^
     
  10. Jan 23, 2013 at 12:46 PM
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    Thanks! Now to figure out what to do about the pesky body damage.
     
  11. Feb 16, 2017 at 6:01 PM
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    Making it look easy! Blue jeep in the back ground had a much tougher time getting up.

    IMG_2700_zpshupfa0lp.jpg IMG_2706_zpsfhr8omeu.jpg
     
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  12. Feb 16, 2017 at 6:08 PM
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  13. Feb 16, 2017 at 6:14 PM
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  14. Feb 16, 2017 at 6:20 PM
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    @SuperBad Got some great pics that day too! Thanks to @scornwel for the recovery.... mud was a tad deeper than I thought.1.jpg 2.jpg 3.jpg
     
  15. Feb 16, 2017 at 6:33 PM
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    Planning my annual summer trip to CO, these are a few highlights from last year:IMG_20160613_101020.jpg 20160615_172240.jpg
     
  16. Feb 16, 2017 at 6:43 PM
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    In 2015, I went a little earlier in the year, only other vehicle we saw that day was a 1st gen:

    20150523_102628.jpg 20150523_102658.jpg
     
  17. Feb 16, 2017 at 6:46 PM
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    Duratracs... great traction, weak sidewall:

    20160615_151003.jpg
     
  18. Feb 21, 2017 at 5:47 PM
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