2012 JKL Rubicon build

[marshal]

I believe it was $108 shipped

 

[08Silverado]

Thanks. On a sidenote I'm running a BDS 3" Lift on my 2012 JKU Sport. I went with the Fox shocks and so far I've been pleased with the offroad performance. What do you think the best upgrade suspension wise is aside from the lift itself. I still have the factory upper and lower control arms, as well as factory draglink, and tierod. I did swap out the hardware with the kit from NorthRidge also.

 

[marshal]

I'm still running the factory hardware, I don't see a need to upgrade personally.

Obviously control arms and track bars make a big difference, but I think the things that make the most difference are Offroad swaybars. Specifically antirocks. People don't understand really how big swaybars are when it comes to quadracoil suspensions

 

[08Silverado]

I've always liked the idea of currie anti rocks for the simple fact that I wouldn't have to worry about disconnecting when hitting the trail.

 

[marshal]

yeah. the rear antirock is actually quite a bit stiffer than the factory sway, while the front is a small fraction lighter. it really makes a big difference in stability offroad. i dont know if i posted this picture in the thread already - but this is with both antirocks fully flexed out with everything the stock shocks will give me. obviously it will look a lot different with the 12" in.

 

[Brandon Libby]

That's some impressive flex on stock shocks!

 

[marshal]

got some new to me 37x12.50R17 KM2's! should be going on this week

looking into adding the "large" single ARB compressor with the EVO bracket to supplement my C02. the C02 tank is massive enough that it shouldnt have any issue supplying enough gas for tools, air mattress, and multiple re-airs for an entire trip, but id like to have a ARB to have as an auxiliary as well as for the day to day situations that have me running around without my tank in tow. im really happy i have the sPOD for this kind of thinking.

 

[SilverBullet]

If you intend to externally mount the compressor, you might consider Extreme Air for their sealed housings.

 

[Brandon Libby]

I see a little someone is enjoying th John Deere. Cute.

 

[marshal]

i got one of my new to me 37's mounted today (my spare) and stuck it on the rear axle at ride height to see if it would fit. wouldnt even mount. bastard pinch seam was in the way. the rear axle needs to be kicked back about a full inch. i'll do that this weekend, but i was more concerned with getting the quick fix that needed to be done anyway so i could get these tires mounted

started the removal process for the factory**** rockers

off

minor trim and painted

 

[Brandon Libby]

Hey, thank you for posting all of your upgrades in such great detail! It really helps the rest of us who can't make our minds up on what components we want.

I do have a question about your control arms -if you don't mind. I went to the Rokmen website and found these: Control arms. Is this the set you used? I only ask because you said they are "twice the size as their Currie brethren," and these say they are Currie.

Thank you

 

[marshal]

No, those are actual currie brand arms - these are the rokmen

http://www.rokmen.com/suspension/co...-adjustable-control-arm-package-complete.html

It's hawt

Moar this weekend

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[Brandon Libby]

Thanks for the info! I can't believe how good JK's look with 35/37" tires. It's as if they were meant to have them from the factory.

 

[Longtallsally]

I like what you've done for the most part, but folks really need to stop thrashing the OEM (stock) JK Rubicon rocker guards. THEY WORK! Mine took a number of full weight of the Jeep hits on the Rubicon trail this year and only have some minor scratches and no damage at the mounting points or to the tub at all. In my mind's eye, it's spending money for the sake of spending money to replace them unless you are planning on Fordyce, the Hammers, or the like.

 

[marshal]

They would be destroyed, and my tub damaged within the first 15 minutes the places we go to