My New (AEV) American Expedition Vehicles Jeep!!

[Dendy Jarrett]

Let's keep in mind- this AEV was not designed by me or them to be a rock crawler- rather an overland truck that can "get you there".
I see these pics of folks in trucks going over insane obstacles just (it seems) to prove "they can", while all the time, there is clearly an easier path right next to the one they take. The days of proving "mine is better than yours" are over. I don't take risks anymore ... just to prove "mine's better."
What I have will suffice all the needs I ever have- and quite frankly, my wife's rubicon probably would have as well.
I just want to get off the beaten path with my trailer to escape the crowds!
Yet, I digress ... Carry on!
D

 

[406to417]

You are one lucky son of a gun. My dream vehicle is a fully outfitted AEV Jeep.
...........but I dont even own a home yet.

 

[Dendy Jarrett]

You are one lucky son of a gun. My dream vehicle is a fully outfitted AEV Jeep.
...........but I dont even own a home yet.

I hear there is a town near you that is in a oil boom and the pay is outrageous! Might be worth doing for a couple years to fund said house and trucks!!

D

 

[TRegasaurus]

+1 for you Dendy, it wasn't luck that took you where you are. If you want it go out and work for it.
On another note, your AEV is awsome but I love your Conqueror trailer. Where did you get it?

 

[JPK]

Let's keep in mind- this AEV was not designed by me or them to be a rock crawler- rather an overland truck that can "get you there".
I see these pics of folks in trucks going over insane obstacles just (it seems) to prove "they can", while all the time, there is clearly an easier path right next to the one they take. The days of proving "mine is better than yours" are over. I don't take risks anymore ... just to prove "mine's better."
What I have will suffice all the needs I ever have- and quite frankly, my wife's rubicon probably would have as well.
I just want to get off the beaten path with my trailer to escape the crowds!
Yet, I digress ... Carry on!
D

HAHAHA! While I do some rock crawling it always strikes me as a little silly when there is a perfectly suitable bypass right next to the tougher route. And I just can't make myself go to an off road park where you ride around in circles all day.

But I think you will be suprised by the improvement in the ride of your Jeep on rougher gravel trails and two tracks, sand washes, etc. when you are disconnected.

JPK

 

[SSF556]

You are one lucky son of a gun. My dream vehicle is a fully outfitted AEV Jeep.
...........but I dont even own a home yet.

In today's environment owning a house is not always good. May be a good thing not to own a house.

 

[Hilldweller]

Have you tried an Antirock?

JPK

BigJerm on here has one on his LJ ---- I'd rather have it than quick discos; I'm too arthritic to stoop and do that crap anymore.
But I'd rather have an e-disco anyhow; that's why I have a PW... :ylsmoke:

And I agree; it's so nice to disco and cruise the trails. So much smoother.

I have pretzeled two sway links now using various sway link lengths..

And I have video to prove it!!! :sombrero:
Weird that yours did that and Chris' never did. Don't you two have the same lift?

Let's keep in mind- this AEV was not designed by me or them to be a rock crawler- rather an overland truck that can "get you there".
I see these pics of folks in trucks going over insane obstacles just (it seems) to prove "they can", while all the time, there is clearly an easier path right next to the one they take. The days of proving "mine is better than yours" are over. I don't take risks anymore ... just to prove "mine's better."
What I have will suffice all the needs I ever have- and quite frankly, my wife's rubicon probably would have as well.
I just want to get off the beaten path with my trailer to escape the crowds!
Yet, I digress ... Carry on!
D

I like going over some of the crazy stuff just because it's there. It's good practice too.
Yeah, that's the ticket. Practice.

 

[Rovertrader]

like they said in the 'Big Chill'- "what's a day without a rationalization" Bill ;-)

 

[Hilldweller]

like they said in the 'Big Chill'- "what's a day without a rationalization" Bill ;-)

We have to stick together on this, Dale. Get our stories straight.
Bumpers are NECESSARY. Rock rails, winches, etc.
You never know when you'll run into a stretch of bad road and no bypass... ...right?

practice, practice, practice.

 

[X-plorenow]

Dendy, while I completely agree with you regarding true rock crawling, I still think that there can be an extreme component to overlanding. I am by no means a rock crawler, but if I see a difficult trail I will take it, as I enjoy the challenge. And I have been driving them recently in my bone stock 04 D2, so it is more about driving skill than truck capability.

With that said, my personal view on overlanding is often one of exploration, which for me entails reaching the hard to reach places. My vehicle should not be the limiting factor for where I can go.

But I truly appreciate that there are others who would prefer to take the often much longer, yet sometimes less difficult (from a trail rating perspective) path. As I stated in a previous post, I hate that there is this broken camp between overlanding and rock crawling, with nothing in the middle.

And just to be clear, my current project and expedition platform is very similar to yours, currently a stock new to me 2009 Unlimited X, and I plan to build it out very similar to yours with 35's and AEV components.

 

[chips95]

Very Nice

I actually called on that same jeep. It is definitely a thing of beauty. In the end I decided to save some money and build one up myself, so the 2008 2 door jk is gone and the 2012 4 door is here, went with the bright white Rubicon. About 95% done with the AEV lift (by the way it was a PIA). So without further rambling Congrats and enjoy.

 

[Hilldweller]

I actually called on that same jeep. It is definitely a thing of beauty. In the end I decided to save some money and build one up myself, so the 2008 2 door jk is gone and the 2012 4 door is here, went with the bright white Rubicon. About 95% done with the AEV lift (by the way it was a PIA).

New wheels, Kenny? :Wow1:
Congrats to you too.

Pics...

And what's with Milford?
You can go wheel with Bruce and Dave at OEX.

 

[Wander]

Sorry, late to the party. The AEV looks amazing Dendy and I am very happy you have found resolution to the Landy dilemma you were dealing with. I totally agree with you that the real joy is being out in nature with friends and family. The vehicle is just what gets you there and back, it is the people that make the experience valuable.

One question on the Rubi-can you get a tan top with the green body? I think that would be a nice combination, although the black sure will stay cleaner over time.

 

[Dendy Jarrett]

We went with the black top on her Rubi- because honestly, mine is less likely to see open top time.
Her's might see more- and the black cannot get scratched.
D

 

[James Pierce]

The vehicle is just what gets you there and back, it is the people that make the experience valuable.

You are absolutely right!

Her's might see more- and the black cannot get scratched.
D

Have they changed the top design? Our black top was white on the inside and throughout. When it got scratched, white shown through. This was part of our decision for choosing white. Teach me Obi Wan.