The Swiss
Expedition Leader
I'll be looking out for that one.
Stumptaco's has gone over to the darkside..XJ style.
- Thread starter StumpXJ
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Explorer 1
Explorer 1
Good ideas!
So many good ideas! I've printed out some pictures to put in my "improvements" file.
Thanks,
Fred
Explorer 1
So many good ideas! I've printed out some pictures to put in my "improvements" file.
Thanks,
Fred
Explorer 1
Capt.Crunch
New member
One of the greatest XJ's I've ever seen!! Awsome!! Is it locked by any chance?
StumpXJ
SE Expedition Society
Figured I would update a little on my thread.
I just got finished installing my dual battery set-up. I am using a Xantrex Pathmaker 100 isolator/connector and the remote control panel. Had a little trouble with a bad connection between the remote and main panel, but once I figured it out and fixed it, everything worked like it should.
I installed the auxillary battery in the rear section of my XJ, since there is absolutely no room under the hood for it if you want to keep the stock airbox, and I do because I have my snorkel. This is actually better for me (I think) because I am going to be running a rear winch soon, and will have a place to hook to the winch to without going all the way to the front of the truck. Right now, the front Optima is running only the Jeep and the front winch, the aucillary battery is now running everything else. (Soon to be rear winch, 6 HID aux lights, rear halogen lights, fridge, compressor, inverter, camera, monitor, rear 12 volt sockets, etc.)
Turned out pretty good, was a pain getting all the pre-existing wiring to the rear, but its done. For now I have a deep cycle/starting (800amp) marine battery until I get something in the dry cell group. Installed my littel MV-50 in the box, and the inverter 700watt/1400watt on the top. I also added 3 12volt sockets on the top as well for whatever...
Not many pictures in between, but you get the idea.
~James
I just got finished installing my dual battery set-up. I am using a Xantrex Pathmaker 100 isolator/connector and the remote control panel. Had a little trouble with a bad connection between the remote and main panel, but once I figured it out and fixed it, everything worked like it should.
I installed the auxillary battery in the rear section of my XJ, since there is absolutely no room under the hood for it if you want to keep the stock airbox, and I do because I have my snorkel. This is actually better for me (I think) because I am going to be running a rear winch soon, and will have a place to hook to the winch to without going all the way to the front of the truck. Right now, the front Optima is running only the Jeep and the front winch, the aucillary battery is now running everything else. (Soon to be rear winch, 6 HID aux lights, rear halogen lights, fridge, compressor, inverter, camera, monitor, rear 12 volt sockets, etc.)
Turned out pretty good, was a pain getting all the pre-existing wiring to the rear, but its done. For now I have a deep cycle/starting (800amp) marine battery until I get something in the dry cell group. Installed my littel MV-50 in the box, and the inverter 700watt/1400watt on the top. I also added 3 12volt sockets on the top as well for whatever...
Not many pictures in between, but you get the idea.
~James
StumpXJ
SE Expedition Society
The other major project was for me to trim the rear fenders. I trimmed the front about 6 months ago, right before I shipped the jeep from Germany. I put off doing the rear since it is much more involved than the front. On the unibody XJ, when you trim the rear fenders (actually cut them, not just fold them over) you also cut the inner fender, so you have to go back in a weld in a panel to hook the outer shell and inner body back together. The picture should show the rest of the story. Turned out great, and I am very happy to have plenty of tire clearance when flexing.
Pics may or may not be in perfect order...
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Root Moose
Expedition Leader
Nicely done with the rear fenders.
StumpXJ
SE Expedition Society
I also managed to rebuild an old 8274 winch that I got for free from my Dad's friend. It will go on the front, once I re-do the the front bumper, and I will move the smitty built to the rear bumper when it gets built (hopefully sooner than later)
Here it is all torn apart. I ordered a few parts for it, seals, bushing etc.
Here she is, after a good bead blasting, and fresh paint/rebuilding.
Just finishing up the solenoid box re-wire, and need to spool it with cable then it will be ready to bolt on.
~James
Here it is all torn apart. I ordered a few parts for it, seals, bushing etc.
Here she is, after a good bead blasting, and fresh paint/rebuilding.
Just finishing up the solenoid box re-wire, and need to spool it with cable then it will be ready to bolt on.
~James
achampagne
Explorer
wow, you've got some skills!
OverlandZJ
Expedition Leader
Very nice James, the Warn looks new. I really like your approach to the second battery location and it's compartment.
StumpXJ
SE Expedition Society
Lets see... what else have I done to this thing.
Replaced some unit bearings in the front.
Removed my milemarker wireless winch set-up
And replaced it with the roadless gear set-up. works great so far, I have another of these units for the rear winch also.
Also got a chance to let the 241OR Rocktrac 4:1 Rubicon transfer case do a little work.... Its awesome. I know I already posted about it, but it really is nice to have 4:1 in 4 low.
Installed an Aussie locker in the front (no pics of that)
Still need to install the frame stiffeners from HD offroad,
Got some Brown dog motor mounts to put in as well...
I will get to it all eventually.
~James
Replaced some unit bearings in the front.
Removed my milemarker wireless winch set-up
And replaced it with the roadless gear set-up. works great so far, I have another of these units for the rear winch also.
Also got a chance to let the 241OR Rocktrac 4:1 Rubicon transfer case do a little work.... Its awesome. I know I already posted about it, but it really is nice to have 4:1 in 4 low.
Installed an Aussie locker in the front (no pics of that)
Still need to install the frame stiffeners from HD offroad,
Got some Brown dog motor mounts to put in as well...
I will get to it all eventually.
~James
Root Moose
Expedition Leader
Why did you switch the wireless remotes?
Stumpalump
Expedition Leader
Nice job on the rear fender trimming!
Hilldweller
SE Expedition Society
Nice, Stumpy.
Now I understand why you didn't make it on the camping trip.
I'm thinking of dual batts and an inverter/power station in the rear ---- 2000 watt so that I can bring my ac compressor with me to air-up.
I like your box idea; I was going to make one out of aluminum...
Now I understand why you didn't make it on the camping trip.
I'm thinking of dual batts and an inverter/power station in the rear ---- 2000 watt so that I can bring my ac compressor with me to air-up.
I like your box idea; I was going to make one out of aluminum...