Lecoq
Explorer
The time has come for another build to start. Sadly, I had to sell my 4Runner. Life got in the way and some difficult choices were made.
For those interested on a little background, here's the 4Runner Build: http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/101452-Mr-Rooster-gt-4th-Gen-4Runner-build
Now with the Overland.
After owning the R50 Pathfinder, it was clear to me I needed more power and aftermarket support. I then bought the 4Runner, powerful V8, tons of fun parts for it and reliable. Having learned a great deal from both I set out to find something with loads of power, solid axles front and rear, aftermarket support and the ability to be a comfortable daily driver for the family.
The two vehicles that came to mind were the 80 series Land Cruiser and the WJ Grand Cherokee. Having purchased a Honda Odyssey for the wife, I felt that the 80 Series was a bit too big. The decision was made easier by the fact that I work for a Jeep dealer.
2004 Grand Cherokee Overland
4.7L V8 high output
QuadraDrive
All the factory skids
Factory rock sliders
Tow package
Tow hooks
RB1 navigation
On to the pictures.
First day I got it:
After much research I settled for OME HD springs all the way around and Bilstein 5100 series shocks. I also picked up some take off wheels from a 2012 Rubicon. Here's the result of the combination.
I installed an ARB High Output compressor under the hood and took it out for it's maiden voyage.
Pulling out it's first Toyota :elkgrin:
Getting into trouble in deep snow:
Getting a much needed winching out by my buddy's XJ:
For those interested on a little background, here's the 4Runner Build: http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/101452-Mr-Rooster-gt-4th-Gen-4Runner-build
Now with the Overland.
After owning the R50 Pathfinder, it was clear to me I needed more power and aftermarket support. I then bought the 4Runner, powerful V8, tons of fun parts for it and reliable. Having learned a great deal from both I set out to find something with loads of power, solid axles front and rear, aftermarket support and the ability to be a comfortable daily driver for the family.
The two vehicles that came to mind were the 80 series Land Cruiser and the WJ Grand Cherokee. Having purchased a Honda Odyssey for the wife, I felt that the 80 Series was a bit too big. The decision was made easier by the fact that I work for a Jeep dealer.
2004 Grand Cherokee Overland
4.7L V8 high output
QuadraDrive
All the factory skids
Factory rock sliders
Tow package
Tow hooks
RB1 navigation
On to the pictures.
First day I got it:
After much research I settled for OME HD springs all the way around and Bilstein 5100 series shocks. I also picked up some take off wheels from a 2012 Rubicon. Here's the result of the combination.
I installed an ARB High Output compressor under the hood and took it out for it's maiden voyage.
Pulling out it's first Toyota :elkgrin:
Getting into trouble in deep snow:
Getting a much needed winching out by my buddy's XJ:
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I also went with OME HD springs all around and will soon be adding Bilstein 5100s to replace my Skyjunkers. I think that it is the perfect suspension setup for a DD that also sees some offroad. Nice color to btw. What are your plans for it?