HELP! New Jeep build out for TAT.

[NEPolarbear]

solo, or wife plus kids, pets ?

Going solo unless a friend wants to go.
I have no time limit.
Not looking for bling or flash, but what's practical and keeping the weight down as much as possible.
Thanks.

 

[NEPolarbear]

I agree with billiebob, you do not need anything over the top. Invest in some mild bumpers, lighting, a winch and recovery gear and hit the road. The more stock a vehicle is, the more reliable it is (most of the time).

Absolutely agree. Trying to stick to the basics.
Thanks for the input.

 

[Yuke]

Where In New England are you?

 

[calicamper]

and the rough idea includes ?

For a Rubicon you should have no trouble box stock. No need for mods, the trail is all across public lands with easy access. CO and further west gets a bit more rugged but people do it in far less capable vehicles. Do you plan a bunch of side excursions?

Otherwise are you looking at refrigeration, sleeping, security mods?
Trailer??

Exactly what I was thinking! Stock Ranger did most of it and he wrote a big blog about it. It’s not the Rubicon lol, which is why the “Rubicon” is called such. LOL

 

[NEPolarbear]

Where In New England are you?

The big state of Rhode Island.

 

[NEPolarbear]

Exactly what I was thinking! Stock Ranger did most of it and he wrote a big blog about it. It’s not the Rubicon lol, which is why the “Rubicon” is called such. LOL

Good point. Will check the blog out.
This is my first new Jeep in 20 years.
Still driving my 2002 Sahara.
Thanks.

 

[ratled]

Can't think of the name of the place right now but Chris of Venture4wd uses for his full time living in Jeep. They are also a member here and maybe even a sponsor of Expo. Here is a look at Chris's YT chan you can look through for it
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzRkxmVeTP_29MMtEzPF4KQ

It's OK4WD in New Jersey.

Here is where Chris gets his extra fuel tank in case you are interested

 

[Smileyshaun]

Great honest comparison of lift kits

 

[NEPolarbear]

Great honest comparison of lift kits

Wow!
Great info.
Exactly why I am planning way ahead and came here for advice.
Thanks.

 

[NEPolarbear]

It's OK4WD in New Jersey.

Here is where Chris gets his extra fuel tank in case you are interested

Will check them out.
Thanks.

 

[NEPolarbear]

It's OK4WD in New Jersey.

Here is where Chris gets his extra fuel tank in case you are interested

Sent them an email to discuss.
Seems like a great operation.
Thanks.

 

[Kmrtnsn]

If ordered correctly you don’t need new bumpers, front or rear. Winch ready front bumpers and frame mounted spare tire carrier rear bumper combos are factory options. Developed with AEV these are quality components. The JL Rubicon can accommodate 35” tires off the lot. Before planning on spending a ton of money on aftermarket goodies option the Jeep right from the get-go, then see what you need. Start with a winch and basic (self-) recovery gear.

 

[calicamper]

Rubicon Jeep stock with basic recovery gear is plenty for the tat. Once you get out west your more likely going to need wild fire, fire equipment ?. Joking sort of...

 

[Smileyshaun]

A Subaru will do 90% of the trails you will see on overlanding site . Trust me I’m all for mods but something to think about if you go aftermarket on the lift and have a suspension issue you may find the dealer unwilling to do a fix under warranty.

 

[NEPolarbear]

If ordered correctly you don’t need new bumpers, front or rear. Winch ready front bumpers and frame mounted spare tire carrier rear bumper combos are factory options. Developed with AEV these are quality components. The JL Rubicon can accommodate 35” tires off the lot. Before planning on spending a ton of money on aftermarket goodies option the Jeep right from the get-go, then see what you need. Start with a winch and basic (self-) recovery gear.

If ordered correctly.........Ha.
Exactly.
That's why I'm doing my research now and seeing what the 2022 models will offer on factory upgrades that make sense.
Thanks.