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BN makes some good points. I wanted to run 33's and be able to run more than just fire roads and I pull an expo trailer (in progress) into the mountains. If you are building a crawler that runs 35" or larger, and aren't running full width axles and massive body surgery, then a 6" lift comes into...

I am running a 4.5" OME/DPG Offroad hybrid lift and couldn't be happier. With my flat flares it clears 33's just right. Of my various setups over the years, this is my favorite by a long shot. Dirk is awesome to work with. If there were 2 things I will change about it in the future it would be...

Well after some exhaustive research today (was stuck on conference calls all day) I think I have decided to go with the ford 8.8 swap and the ELocker. Stronger, parts are cheaper than the 8.25, get a brake upgrade out of it, and better pinion angle. Going to source a unit this weekend. For the...

Since I insist on over complicating things, the thought of going ahead and doing the ford 8.8 swap has reentered my mind. This gives me the option to go with the eaton elocker in the rear. Also will give me rear discs. Realistically, the 8.25 hasn't given me issues. I have always been concerned...

Just decided to look around again and found that the OX locker is now available with an electronic engagement option. So now I guess I'm really down to the ARB or the OX.

Thanks for your take JPR. I am in the same mode as far as building for overland this time around. Since the new gears are going in no matter what, I agree this is the time to do it. Don't want to have to set mesh more than necessary. My XJ is an auto, and I have had to left foot it with my...

I need to pick some brains here. I am gearing up for a major push on my XJ in the next 2 weeks, but I am needing some advice regarding traction devices. The Jeep will be on pavement most of the time. I do pull a trailer with it. It sees plenty of snow and icy conditions in Colorado. I have...

What LED kit did you use? How easy are the JCR bumpers and guards to install?

A friend of mine bought his WK brand new one month after I bought my 01 XJ used. We both had OME lifts and at the time 33" KOs. When we would wheel, his lockers were engaged when I didn't need them. Used to make him mad...of course I told him its because I am a far superior driver. I have had to...

Thanks dstock. Yours is another thread that I have linked and read through countless times. The trailer build will be on hold for a few weeks while I sort out the tow vehicle first. Once I get the axles rebuilt with new gears, fix the cooling system, brake controller and deal with a few other...

Nice build. Are those JCR bumpers and carrier I see?

Thanks jscusmcvet and Mark. I am super pleased with these finds. Took a while to find a cap that was this clean but well worth the wait. We got 8 inches of snow last night. Went out to check it on it and completely dry on the inside. I have saved the links to your builds Mark. You have several...

Thanks borison. First up is some maintenance on it. I have to replace upper CA bushings, TR ends, new track bar, ball joints, and brakes first. Then gather everything to do the axles. The build will be slow as time and funds will be split between this and the trailer. Got to get ready for...

Thanks cracker. When I brought the trailer home it was also fully loaded on the inside. The jeep handled the load okay, but not quite as well as I would have liked. Soon the jeep will have some help from gears and a couple other performance upgrades. The trailer itself will be going on a massive...

Thanks RagnarD. I have read through your builds countless times for inspiration. Got the shell for $1000. It is in great shape. Only 2 plastic clips for the interior headliner are broken. The tent is a little stained but in great condition. The shell is completely water tight, proven while...

I have a 4.5" OME/DPG hybrid kit running 33's and BW flat flares. I best lift this rig has ever seen and Dirk is awesome to work with. The tires tuck beautifully at full compression. The only thing I plan to change is going with Bilstein shocks when the OMEs are done. I went with the HD rear...

Been lurking and dreaming for a while, but the time has come to start my build. I picked up a cherry M101A3 off CL that had just been refurbished by the manufacturer then decommissioned. Then this past weekend I picked up a longbed Wildernest. I have many, many plans for this. I was going to...

Been lurking around this site for a couple years and am finally to a point where I can really start building my rig. It's a 2001 XJ Up Country that I picked up off lease return in 2004. It started simple, just some 30" BFG KOs. That led to 31s and a budget boost. That led to a set of Rubi...