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I am the one from NC you have been texting about this vehicle with. We are still interested. Looking forward to some video.. Wife bought in today.

Well, thanks to Dale (Rovetrader) I have put an end to the manic phase of thinking and rethinking springs, shocks and tires. I am picking up 5 BFG KM2 245/75/16 from him on Sunday, for about 1/2 of what any other option was going to run me. This will lead to some other changes as decribed...

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This. Go rear first, try the lunchbox type and see how it works... You can always remove and sell if you decide to upgrade to an ARB or other selectable. John

I appreciate that. I am looking to find the right balance with what I have on hand and replace only as needed. So for me at this point it is either keep the 3" BDS springs that I have on their now, or switch back to the Rough Country 2.5 springs that I had before. I will not be buying new...

Hey guys, this is a link to my wife's new blog. She is just getting started with it but I guarantee you can learn something from it. Would be great if you checked it out and went ahead and subscribed. It would really help her out. No cost to you but a chance to find out about some things...

I am finding that they are not available in anything other than Load Range E, which accounts for the reports you are seeing I think. Might make for a harsh ride. Although I am still considering this size for my next tire, I do see that 285.75.16 can be had in a load range d, so they have come...

Adjusting to the ride ont he springs much better now. The 33's make a big difference. I spent the last couple days adjusting tire pressure to see effect on ride, etc... Seems like 26 at all 4 corners is about right. Have also decided to hold off on replacing the top. the MC order looks like...

I will echo Muck Savage. In my 2001 XJ, with similar build and use goals as yours, I put a Spartan "lunchbox" locker in the rear. I was amazed at the difference it made offroad. Almost no need for a front for what I had in mind at least. If I was to do the front I would have gone with a true...

Agreed. Beautiful. Way to go Dad.

Rusty I agree whole heartedly and appreciate your input... I already have the MC front upper and lower control arms, front track bar, disconnects and have the rear sway bar links and track bar bracket in the mail coming my way as we speak. I love their stuff, solid guys (it seems via phone and...

Nice XJ and great low cost improvements so far. I echo the thoughts to stick with the turbines over steel wheels. Rides better, lighter, and the turbines have a classic look to them.

Epic is what you make it. The ability to enjoy what you are able (even while dreaming of the "Big Trip") is priceless. Congratulations on the baby!

Beautiful.

So after a few days on the BDS springs, here are my impressions. Cornering and body roll - much better. Ride quality - on road and on dirt - much harsher. I am undecided if the BDS will stay or if I will spend another morning in the barn switching them back. I like the extra clearance and...

Any auto upholsterer should be able to fix that zipper for you. Should be significantly less that the replacement.

Swapped in 3" BDS springs today. Swapped from my son's 2000 TJ. He is driving Ann's 2002 Subaru Forester these days and the BDS springs have a much better spring rate for an LJ than the Rough Country springs I have been running. Interesting in that when I took off my Rough Country 2.5...

I installed hood louvers on my 2005 LJ last spring. I was experiencing the heat soak issue you mentioned, especially in the heat of the NC summer and when slow going on trails. From what I understand the louvers do nothing for actual engine temp but reduce the heat in the engine bay area...

Beautiful trailer.

Great Trip report and nice jeep. North Carolina is another beer haven. In particular the Asheville area, but pretty much anywhere in the state you are within striking distance of some great craft brew. We'll be in the Asheville region this weekend and will end our trip with a visit to one of...