Iron Skull Fab
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I just finished building a 2018 Rubicon-Ready 2-Door JK Sport.
I bought the vehicle in April of 2024 for $22,000.
The vehicle was used as a grocery-getter with 57,000 miles and had been well maintained.
My goal (now accomplished) was to build a vehicle capable of completing the Rubicon Trail without issue.
I believe I have accomplished that goal.
All modifications to the vehicle were performed under the tutelage of a local professional Off-Road Outfitter.
I also received guidance from numerous off-roaders who have experience traveling on the Rubicon Trail.
I’ve taken it out twice on local off-road runs with good results.
It’s time now to move on to my next project.
Almost EVERYTHING has been ‘touched’ on the vehicle, and all the new parts have less than 500 miles on them.
So, excluding the engine and trans, everything is brand-new.
Shown below is what I’ve done:
FRONT AXLE
4.56 Gearing
Eaton E-Locker Differential
Chromoly Axle Shafts
HD Ball Joints
Dana 30 Truss Kit
Front Weld-On Track Bar Bracket
Synergy Track Bar and Steering Box Reinforcement
FOX Performance Steering Stabilizer
MetalCloak Diff Cover
Custom Heavy-Duty Driveshaft
REAR AXLE
4.56 Gearing
Eaton E-Locker Differential
Chromoly Axle Shafts
EVO Rear Shock Skid Plates
Rear Weld-On Track Bar Bracket
MetalCloak Spring Alignment Retainer
MetalCloak Diff Cover
Custom Heavy-Duty Driveshaft
TRANSFER CASE
Atlas 2-Speed 4.3:1 Transfer Case
SUSPENSION
MetalCloak 3.5" Gamechanger Suspension
Fox Shocks
Suspension Professionally Aligned (Stellar Built)
WHEELS and TIRES
Method Bead Grip 17 X 9 Rims
Nitto Ridge Grappler 35x11.50R17LT Tires
CAGE
Full Custom Cage - DOM Tubing - Professionally Designed
BODY ARMOR
MetalCloak JK UnderCloak Integrated Armor System
Custom Nerf Bars (DOM Tubing) - Modeled after MetalCloak System
ExtremeTerrain Fenders
GenRight Front Fender Liners
MetalCloak Evap Canister Relocation Kit
FRONT BUMPER
Outta Hand Fabrication Front Bumper
Baja Utility Lights
WARN VR EVO 8,000 Pound Winch
REAR BUMPER
Outta Hand Fabrication Rear Bumper
Baja Utility Lights
MetalCloak Spare Tire Carrier
INTERIOR ENHANCEMENTS
S-TECH 4 Custom Rocker Switch System for E-Lockers and Utility Lighting
Kenwood KDC-BT782HD Radio
Simpson 4-Point Harnesses
TopGearAutosport Storage Box
Rough Country Drawer Storage Box
MISCELLANEOUS
OBDLink MX+ OBD2 Bluetooth Scanner for Jeep Computer
Fire Extinguisher and Mount
ProClip Phone Holder
Whale Tail Car Alarm
HD Scissor Jack
MTX Air Compressor
Toolbox
Road Repair Tools
Also included is the complete stock soft-top, and the stock metal doors.
I have invested over $50,000, and I am asking $35,000.
Have fun on the Rubicon!
I bought the vehicle in April of 2024 for $22,000.
The vehicle was used as a grocery-getter with 57,000 miles and had been well maintained.
My goal (now accomplished) was to build a vehicle capable of completing the Rubicon Trail without issue.
I believe I have accomplished that goal.
All modifications to the vehicle were performed under the tutelage of a local professional Off-Road Outfitter.
I also received guidance from numerous off-roaders who have experience traveling on the Rubicon Trail.
I’ve taken it out twice on local off-road runs with good results.
It’s time now to move on to my next project.
Almost EVERYTHING has been ‘touched’ on the vehicle, and all the new parts have less than 500 miles on them.
So, excluding the engine and trans, everything is brand-new.
Shown below is what I’ve done:
FRONT AXLE
4.56 Gearing
Eaton E-Locker Differential
Chromoly Axle Shafts
HD Ball Joints
Dana 30 Truss Kit
Front Weld-On Track Bar Bracket
Synergy Track Bar and Steering Box Reinforcement
FOX Performance Steering Stabilizer
MetalCloak Diff Cover
Custom Heavy-Duty Driveshaft
REAR AXLE
4.56 Gearing
Eaton E-Locker Differential
Chromoly Axle Shafts
EVO Rear Shock Skid Plates
Rear Weld-On Track Bar Bracket
MetalCloak Spring Alignment Retainer
MetalCloak Diff Cover
Custom Heavy-Duty Driveshaft
TRANSFER CASE
Atlas 2-Speed 4.3:1 Transfer Case
SUSPENSION
MetalCloak 3.5" Gamechanger Suspension
Fox Shocks
Suspension Professionally Aligned (Stellar Built)
WHEELS and TIRES
Method Bead Grip 17 X 9 Rims
Nitto Ridge Grappler 35x11.50R17LT Tires
CAGE
Full Custom Cage - DOM Tubing - Professionally Designed
BODY ARMOR
MetalCloak JK UnderCloak Integrated Armor System
Custom Nerf Bars (DOM Tubing) - Modeled after MetalCloak System
ExtremeTerrain Fenders
GenRight Front Fender Liners
MetalCloak Evap Canister Relocation Kit
FRONT BUMPER
Outta Hand Fabrication Front Bumper
Baja Utility Lights
WARN VR EVO 8,000 Pound Winch
REAR BUMPER
Outta Hand Fabrication Rear Bumper
Baja Utility Lights
MetalCloak Spare Tire Carrier
INTERIOR ENHANCEMENTS
S-TECH 4 Custom Rocker Switch System for E-Lockers and Utility Lighting
Kenwood KDC-BT782HD Radio
Simpson 4-Point Harnesses
TopGearAutosport Storage Box
Rough Country Drawer Storage Box
MISCELLANEOUS
OBDLink MX+ OBD2 Bluetooth Scanner for Jeep Computer
Fire Extinguisher and Mount
ProClip Phone Holder
Whale Tail Car Alarm
HD Scissor Jack
MTX Air Compressor
Toolbox
Road Repair Tools
Also included is the complete stock soft-top, and the stock metal doors.
I have invested over $50,000, and I am asking $35,000.
Have fun on the Rubicon!
