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Core XK
07-25-2012, 06:26 PM
Figured I would start a garage thread to show everyone my progress as well as see the changes for myself.
CURRENT MODS:
Modified OME HD Lift (Front: OME HD Springs & Struts + JBA Spacer. Rear: OME HD Springs, Rough Country Spacer = Overall 3" of lift)
RRO UCA's
315/70/17 Wrangler DuraTracs
17x9 Pro Comp Series 51 Wheels
Deleted front pinch weld behind wheel wall. Completed w/ modified wheel wall.
4xG Diff. Guard
4xG Belly Guard
4xG Front Guard
4xG Matrix w/ Stinger
SA Rock Sliders
Mopar OEM Steel Skids
Rancho RS9000XL Adjustable Valve Series Shock
Straight Pipe Exhaust (Removed Muffler)
(2) Rigid Industries 100W Off-Road LED Lights
(1) 240 W Rigid Industries LED Light Bar (Mounted on roof)
K&N Drop In Filter
Front Bumper Mod (Cut)
Airaid MIT Intake Tube
SuperChips Flashpaq Tuner
Train Horn
COSMETIC MODS:
Aries Taillight Guards
Jeep Weathertec Rain Guards
Custom Dash Storage
20% Tints
White LED Interior Lights
Rola Roof Rack (Extended and dropped down w/ spacers)
6000k HID Headlights
High Performance Halogen Fog Lights
High Performance Halogen High Beams
Smoked taillights and turn signals
Jeep Commander Slush Matts
14" Off-Road Antenna
Wait until you see the before/after pics this weekend.... i'll gladly take the blame for making that happen :cool:
Core XK
07-25-2012, 08:30 PM
Wait until you see the before/after pics this weekend.... i'll gladly take the blame for making that happen :cool:
Yeah lol I will take a picture of the lift and tires. Tires get installed on Tuesday at 1pm!!!!
Bolts have been sprayed every day almost :P
stites-xk
07-25-2012, 08:32 PM
Waiting for pics. Can't wait to see it lifted!
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lol we'll throw my wheels/tires on it after the lifts installed for some "prelims"...... (and to use as leverage for having your fiance order you new wheels for Christmas or something hahaha)
Nice looking rig, now add some steel! :)
Core XK
07-26-2012, 04:54 AM
lol we'll throw my wheels/tires on it after the lifts installed for some "prelims"...... (and to use as leverage for having your fiance order you new wheels for Christmas or something hahaha)
haha
Core XK
07-26-2012, 04:56 AM
Nice looking rig, now add some steel! :)
That is next on the list! I am waiting for your new Front/Belly Guard. It may be an X-mas present :P
Core XK
07-26-2012, 05:20 AM
New mod: Cobra HHROADTRIP 40-Channel CB Radio
Anyone know if Flowmaster 50 is on Amazon that fits the 5.7L
.... I thought they did when I was just pricing out the 50 series
Core XK
07-26-2012, 05:37 AM
.... I thought they did when I was just pricing out the 50 series
Amhed on JC.com installed the Flowmaster 50 SUV 52556 type, 2.5" on his 5.7L
http://www.amazon.com/Flowmaster-52556-Super-50-Muffler/dp/B000CNN192/ref=au_pf_pfg_s?ie=UTF8&Make=Jeep%7C42&Model=Commander%7C2817&Year=2010%7C2010&carId=002&n=15684181&newCar=1&s=automotive&vehicleType=automotive
Says it won't fit my Jeep on Amazon but that's because it is an aftermarket right? LOL
07JeepXK
07-26-2012, 05:47 AM
Amhed on JC.com installed the Flowmaster 50 SUV 52556 type, 2.5" on his 5.7L
http://www.amazon.com/Flowmaster-52556-Super-50-Muffler/dp/B000CNN192/ref=au_pf_pfg_s?ie=UTF8&Make=Jeep%7C42&Model=Commander%7C2817&Year=2010%7C2010&carId=002&n=15684181&newCar=1&s=automotive&vehicleType=automotive
Says it won't fit my Jeep on Amazon but that's because it is an aftermarket right? LOL
That will work. The muffler needs to be offset inlet center outlet in 2.5 inch. Thats what amazon lists for that 50 series muffler. Maybe it says it wont fit your Jeep because flowmaster mufflers are about a foot shorter than the oem so when its installed you need a foot section of straight pipe prior to the muffler. Im running the 50 series SUV muffler on my XK. It hard to tell in this picture but this shows the straight pipe in front of the muffler.
https://theultimatejeep.com/images/imported/2010/06/P3211065-1.jpg
Why 2.5"? They make 3" I/O
Core XK
07-26-2012, 05:53 AM
Why 2.5"? They make 3" I/O
Isn't smaller less noise? I am not looking for a real obnoxious noise but I definitely dig the sound these flowmasters bring
07JeepXK
07-26-2012, 05:54 AM
Why 2.5"? They make 3" I/O
Well 2.5 is the oem exhaust diameter. If you got a 3 inch it wouldnt just weld right in. You would have to do 3 inch exhaust off the rear of the muffler and have some sort or piece prior to the muffler changing it from 2.5 to 3 inch. They make 3 inch cat back exhaust that bolts right to the oem flange if your looking for 3 inch. But like I said if you just want to cut out the oem muffler and weld in a flowmaster you want 2.5 inch
Core XK
07-26-2012, 05:55 AM
http://www.amazon.com/Flowmaster-53057-Super-50-Muffler/dp/B000CNHDVO/ref=sr_1_sc_2?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1343307232&sr=1-2-spell&keywords=Flowmaster+50+SU
Core XK
07-26-2012, 05:56 AM
Well 2.5 is the oem exhaust diameter. If you got a 3 inch it wouldnt just weld right in. You would have to do 3 inch exhaust off the rear of the muffler and have some sort or piece prior to the muffler changing it from 2.5 to 3 inch. They make 3 inch cat back exhaust that bolts right to the oem flange if your looking for 3 inch. But like I said if you just want to cut out the oem muffler and weld in a flowmaster you want 2.5 inch
Thanks man, and your talking about for the 5.7L Hemi right?
For some reason I thought the 5.7L is 3", not 2.5". Will have to double check.....
Core XK
07-26-2012, 06:00 AM
For some reason I thought the 5.7L is 3", not 2.5". Will have to double check.....
Well It will only be $21.63 for the flowmaster and CB radio so I will wait to order until I or we find out exactly which Flowmaster to order lol
I based it off the Flowmaster application guide:
2005 WK 5.7L 50-series PN 9530560
3" offset in / 3" center out
..... figured they didn't change the exhaust system in following years.
Also all ram truck 5.7L applications in our model years have 3" I/O specs.
Guess there's nothing left to do but get out the tape measure! Lol
Core XK
07-26-2012, 06:28 AM
I based it off the Flowmaster application guide:
2005 WK 5.7L 50-series PN 9530560
3" offset in / 3" center out
..... figured they didn't change the exhaust system in following years.
Also all ram truck 5.7L applications in our model years have 3" I/O specs.
Guess there's nothing left to do but get out the tape measure! Lol
I am pretty sure your right because I measured it before and I don't think it was 2.5. However, Ahmed on JC.com had the 2.5" installed lol
07JeepXK
07-26-2012, 06:28 AM
Thanks man, and your talking about for the 5.7L Hemi right?
For some reason I thought the 5.7L is 3", not 2.5". Will have to double check.....
5.7/4.7 doesnt make a difference. They are both 2.5 inch
Core XK
07-26-2012, 06:45 AM
5.7/4.7 doesnt make a difference. They are both 2.5 inch
Okay thank you! it just seemed small for the Hemi that's the only reason I was questioning the 2.5
I assume a shop would only charge maybe $50-60 for install? I am only paying $20 bucks for it anyway
07JeepXK
07-26-2012, 06:47 AM
My friend just bought a 2006 Hemi XK and installed MBRP 3 inch Cat back exhaust. His oem exhaust was 2.5 inch, the same as my 4.7 Liter. The reason it looks like slightly larger than 2.5 inch is because your measuring the O.D. of the exhaust but it goes by inner diameter where the exhaust flows.
Unless they changed the diameter for the newer XK's. Wouldn't make sense to me.
http://www.jeepcommander.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1667
Core XK
07-26-2012, 03:45 PM
Thanks for all of the info man. I ordered the 2.5 I/O today. I can't wait to have it installed!
Awesome, can't wait to hear it cause i've been debating what muffler to have ready for my "backup" after i tear open the stock one on a rock!
Core XK
07-27-2012, 05:01 AM
Awesome, can't wait to hear it cause i've been debating what muffler to have ready for my "backup" after i tear open the stock one on a rock!
lol hopefully that won't happen (or maybe it will so you have an excuse to get a new one?!)
I should have it on by RC weekend :P I have to find a decent shop around here to weld it on for me
BonesWK
07-27-2012, 05:19 AM
High fives for the Phillies sticker.
Its not really an "if".... more of a "when" it happens. The stock muffler is huge and hangs down pretty low lol
07JeepXK
07-27-2012, 06:01 AM
Its not really an "if".... more of a "when" it happens. The stock muffler is huge and hangs down pretty low lol
Last night I rotated the tires on the XK and crawled underneith to check everything out for tomorrow's off road trip. I noticed a nice size dent in my flowmaster muffler. If i still had the oem muffler im pretty sure it would have been destroyed. I love the flowmasters because they are very thick and act like a skid plate!
Core XK
07-27-2012, 07:19 AM
Awesome, this gets me more excited to put it on. Maybe later on I would like to get a black exhaust tip to make it look "pretty" :P bad idea?
I bash my stock exhaust tip on rocks.... its slowly being cut away to remove damage (restrictions). So ummmm, I wouldn't spend any money on an exhaust tip. OR maybe that's a good idea.... cut back the stock tip and get a longer replacement, then remove the new tip for offroading, reinstall when done offroading.
Core XK
07-27-2012, 08:24 AM
I bash my stock exhaust tip on rocks.... its slowly being cut away to remove damage (restrictions). So ummmm, I wouldn't spend any money on an exhaust tip. OR maybe that's a good idea.... cut back the stock tip and get a longer replacement, then remove the new tip for offroading, reinstall when done offroading.
That was my idea originally. Have a shop trim the stock pipe/tip and I will purchase a bolt on exhaust tip and remove when offroading. I will do this in the future I think. With the awesome sound that will come from the flowmaster It'd be nice to have a nice tip :P
06JeepXKHEMI
07-27-2012, 08:48 AM
Just my opinion I havent seen an exhaust tip that looks good with the XK, I love the hidden tail pipe.. Plus the tip you buy will get pitted and rusted from the winters, I think you will like the discreet look from the exhaust and looks from people when they hear the HEMI WOT!!!
Core XK
07-27-2012, 08:57 AM
Just my opinion I havent seen an exhaust tip that looks good with the XK, I love the hidden tail pipe.. Plus the tip you buy will get pitted and rusted from the winters, I think you will like the discreet look from the exhaust and looks from people when they hear the HEMI WOT!!!
I did see one XK w/ a really nice looking tip and it was polished stainless steal to prevent rust. However, it was on a 4.7L and I am not sure if is made for the 5.7L.
I can't wait to start it up for the first time after the Flowmaster :) I am on the hunt to find a good shop near me to install it.
Core XK
07-27-2012, 10:44 AM
According to UPS tracking my Flowmaster and K&N Air Filter should arrive Monday or Tuesday. My buddy who does all of my tuning will be putting it on (I forgot he welds :P)
Lift, Tires, Filter, and Muffler all within 5 days! my fiancee is super excited........:rolleyes:
Core XK
07-27-2012, 11:08 AM
You forgot about the CB!
Doh! CB too.....after the lift I'd prefer you to test drive? you know what to listen for above me? :O!
Oh yeah we'll definitely take it for a spin.
Core XK
07-27-2012, 11:14 AM
Sounds good.
I had to cut my Gibson exhaust tip off too. No way you can wheel and have a tip installed.
Core XK
07-27-2012, 05:41 PM
I had to cut my Gibson exhaust tip off too. No way you can wheel and have a tip installed.
Well I do intend to keep wheeling so the tip may be more hassle then its worth.
1USMC
07-28-2012, 08:22 AM
....... trim the stock pipe/tip and I will purchase a bolt on exhaust tip and remove when offroading....
Mmmm.. something I've started to consider now myself.
I have also tried two SS tips and both turned dark after a while. I have also wondered what it would look like to cut out an upside-down "U" in the bumper, so the tip could then be flush with the bottom of the bumper.
Had a great time ripping Corey's suspension out today... minus the killer heat/humidity!
Core XK
07-28-2012, 05:22 PM
Had a great time ripping Corey's suspension out today... minus the killer heat/humidity!
Yeah it was definitely an awesome learning experience. It was nice meeting you. You have a beautiful family :D
There will be many more projects in the future that require your expertise lol
Will post pictures soon
Thanks man. lol my kids definitely got their looks from "mom"!!
Core XK
07-28-2012, 05:44 PM
Thanks man. lol my kids definitely got their looks from "mom"!!
haha
Core XK
08-09-2012, 07:26 PM
Tires went on about a week ago! everythings drives very nicely and the duratracs definitely let you know they are there lol I am hoping to have the flowmaster 50 on tomorrow before the RC trip but who knows!
https://theultimatejeep.com/images/imported/2012/08/DSCN1284-1.jpg
https://theultimatejeep.com/images/imported/2012/08/DSCN1282-1.jpg
https://theultimatejeep.com/images/imported/2012/08/DSCN1281-1.jpg
https://theultimatejeep.com/images/imported/2012/08/DSCN1287-1.jpg
And some other goodies :).......addiction comes too quickly
https://theultimatejeep.com/images/imported/2012/08/DSCN1285-1.jpg
https://theultimatejeep.com/images/imported/2012/08/DSCN1280-1.jpg
And I don't think I ever posted a pic of where I put the switch for the KC lights so here it is :P
https://theultimatejeep.com/images/imported/2012/08/DSCN1279-1.jpg
Looking good man!
Still cant believe we lost those pictures! ugh
Core XK
08-09-2012, 07:41 PM
Looking good man!
Still cant believe we lost those pictures! ugh
YOU*** lost those pictures :P
We will have plenty more come Sunday lol
Hey now francis... i put them on that SD card. Just because your camera re-formatted the SD card afterwards....... well.....ya know :p
Core XK
08-09-2012, 07:44 PM
Lesson learned lol
BTW, I wanted to take a picture for you.... I got home from work today and went to cut the lawn. Holy crap you should have seen the condition of the lawn mower. My son put tools, metal stock, rocks, etc EVERYWHERE. I'm lucky I looked behind the battery tray, there were ~20 intricately placed rocks there. Thought you'd get a kick out of that since, at this point, you're the only one on the forum who has played "where's Waldo" with my tools on the tractor lol
Core XK
08-10-2012, 05:17 AM
hahaha I am glad your tractor is still running. I was telling my fiancee about your son that day. I thought it was the funniest thing when he grabbed the jack in an attempt to lift the tractor up; I could watch it all day!
Core XK
08-10-2012, 05:53 AM
I wonder if I can mount (2) Recovery Hooks on the front of my grill guard?....
I wonder if I can mount (2) Recovery Hooks on the front of my grill guard?....
I wouldnt.... they're normally not strong enough for such loads and you may end up damaging the frame.
Core XK
08-10-2012, 09:40 AM
Yeah come to think of it the brush guard is not that sturdy for such a task :P
Sal-XK
08-10-2012, 10:57 AM
Yeah come to think of it the brush guard is not that sturdy for such a task :P
Nope but a SA front bumper is :D
Core XK
08-10-2012, 06:52 PM
Nope but a SA front bumper is :D
lol That's a purchase down a long road from now!
I know I could just look through your thread/garage but I meant to ask you how you painted your fender flares/bumpers.
Sal-XK
08-10-2012, 06:57 PM
lol That's a purchase down a long road from now!
I know I could just look through your thread/garage but I meant to ask you how you painted your fender flares/bumpers.
You don't have to search my garage thread bro. I have all my mods listed in the first post and there linked to that mod. So find the mod you want click on it and bam your right there. Now only if my garage didn't disappear with the move :eek:
* links aren't working too well. Not sure if Jon knows about it?
Sal-XK
08-10-2012, 07:01 PM
* links aren't working too well. Not sure if Jon knows about it?
Ya I found my garage threw the forum but non of the links are working :( remember how much work it was when we changed the name tracking down all those links and fixing them one by one what a pain that was
I dont think this is going to be as bad as the link change.... the URL is the same. I'm guessing it has something to do with how the software works and maybe all of the "targets" or whatever haven't reciprocated through the system.
Core XK
08-10-2012, 07:21 PM
Yeah I noticed the links are down. I will check out your mods when it comes back up. Matt, I already bought 4 cans of Plasti-Dip LOL
I never thought someone would surpass me in the rate at which they modify their vehicles. You make me proud! lol
Core XK
08-10-2012, 07:38 PM
I never thought someone would surpass me in the rate at which they modify their vehicles. You make me proud! lol
LOL I wish my fiance felt the same way!
I bought this XK at the end of May.............wow your right that is fast!!
I've only had mine for 2 years... and its been through 2 different lift setups and two different sets of wheels/tires. And my last change was almost 1 year ago. haha
Core XK
08-10-2012, 07:45 PM
I've only had mine for 2 years... and its been through 2 different lift setups and two different sets of wheels/tires. And my last change was almost 1 year ago. haha
Yeah that's a lot in 2 years lol.....
I definitely do not plan on switching these tires. I have gotten several compliments so far and you obviously know all about them :P
Sal-XK
08-10-2012, 07:49 PM
Yeah that's a lot in 2 years lol.....
I definitely do not plan on switching these tires.
I didn't plan on a lot of things but I just couldn't keep my hands off my Jeep LOL When you find your self in the garage starring at the jeep trying to decide whats next you may have problem and fit right in with the rest of us LOL
lol, did I steer ya wrong?
I didn't plan on a lot of things but I just couldn't keep my hands off my Jeep LOL When you find your self in the garage drinking a 6 pack and starring at the jeep trying to decide whats next you may have problem and fit right in with the rest of us LOL
Sal left out the key part... I edited it for clarification.
Core XK
08-10-2012, 07:53 PM
haha I am learning to take your word over most when it comes to my modifcation choices.....so far it has worked out perfectly!
Core XK
08-10-2012, 07:56 PM
I didn't plan on a lot of things but I just couldn't keep my hands off my Jeep LOL When you find your self in the garage starring at the jeep trying to decide whats next you may have problem and fit right in with the rest of us LOL
Ohhhh man this has already happened a few times :( which lead to all of my mods within 2 months of owning the XK.......
I could have easily waited to have my flowmaster put on next week but I decided to leave for the mountains later and have it put on tomorrow at 8 am! I blame Matt for this one though...
I blame Matt for this one though...
......hahaha im pretty sure i've been blamed for a lot more than this one!
And, as usual my response is "you're welcome" :cool:
stites-xk
08-10-2012, 08:07 PM
Nice lookin XK! Yes it is very hard to keep hands off of the jeep just ask my wife. 3 years 3 different lifts and many other mods.
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Core XK
08-10-2012, 08:14 PM
......hahaha im pretty sure i've been blamed for a lot more than this one!
And, as usual my response is "you're welcome" :cool:
lol Yeah I don't regret anything I've done
Core XK
08-10-2012, 08:15 PM
Nice lookin XK! Yes it is very hard to keep hands off of the jeep just ask my wife. 3 years 3 different lifts and many other mods.
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Thanks! wow 3 lifts :P
I see your in CO.....always wanted to travel to CO (I love snow lol)
Sal-XK
08-10-2012, 08:27 PM
Ya I can say I might not of been sober while taking a blade to the XK on a few occasions and maybe to AJ's WK as well LMAO
Core XK
08-11-2012, 04:32 AM
Ya I can say I might not of been sober while taking a blade to the XK on a few occasions and maybe to AJ's WK as well LMAO
lol Nothing wrong with that
Would have been kicking back a few cold ones while putting your lift on corey.... but it was so hot that day I dont think I would have survived! I was sweating faster than I could drink water.
Sal-XK
08-11-2012, 07:45 AM
Would have been kicking back a few cold ones while putting your lift on corey.... but it was so hot that day I dont think I would have survived! I was sweating faster than I could drink water.
Amature LOL see you drink beer which dehydrates you so you stop sweating :)
criket
08-11-2012, 12:27 PM
Are we all alcoholics with a jeep modding problem......or are we jeep modding maniacs with a drinking problem? Either way you get the same results.
Nice build thread by the way. :)
Core XK
08-11-2012, 02:27 PM
Would have been kicking back a few cold ones while putting your lift on corey.... but it was so hot that day I dont think I would have survived! I was sweating faster than I could drink water.
lol Yeah it was definitely hot that day.....
I had a few left over millers when I got home while looking at my lifted jeep every 10 minutes through the window LOL
Core XK
08-11-2012, 02:29 PM
Are we all alcoholics with a jeep modding problem......or are we jeep modding maniacs with a drinking problem? Either way you get the same results.
Nice build thread by the way. :)
lol same thing!
Thanks man.....I think it has become my build thread a/k/a jeep/drinking AA discussions!...doesn't get any better
p.s. I would have replied to everyone in the same post but how the heck am I supposed to catch up to Sals/Matts post count that way??? ;p
Sal-XK
08-11-2012, 03:46 PM
It's not the size of your post count that matters! It's how you use it that counts :D
LMAO I like that sal!
I guess Corey needs to compensate. ....
Core XK
08-11-2012, 04:40 PM
LMAO I like that sal!
I guess Corey needs to compensate. ....
Hahaha well she's not with me for my money SOooooooo
Core XK
08-11-2012, 04:43 PM
It's not the size of your post count that matters! It's how you use it that counts :D
LOL!
Sal-XK
08-11-2012, 06:38 PM
We're going bowling tonight stopped to eat first I handed the wife the keys and told here I won't need these for the rest of the night LOL
Core XK
08-13-2012, 10:50 AM
We're going bowling tonight stopped to eat first I handed the wife the keys and told here I won't need these for the rest of the night LOL
lmao
Core XK
08-13-2012, 10:54 AM
Monroe Load Levelers are next purchase for me. I hope the next RC trip is planned for after xmas? I won't have skids until then LOL
Monroe 58643 Sensa-Trac Load Adjusting Shock Absorber
Oct/Nov.... then again in January. :)
Core XK
08-13-2012, 11:06 AM
Oct/Nov.... then again in January. :)/
Blue/Blacks for Oct/Nov trip? :P
Core XK
08-13-2012, 12:28 PM
Sure!!
haha I probably can't go for a whole blue trip without skids but the January trip for sure
Core XK
08-18-2012, 06:54 PM
I wonder what's next...
lol...
Core XK
08-21-2012, 04:47 PM
Hohoho
LOL Christmas in August!!!
06JeepXKHEMI
08-21-2012, 05:38 PM
What shocks are those? Getting these on yours Corey?
Yeah Corey had stuff shipped to my house so his fiance wouldn't kill him lol. They're the Rancho 9000XL series with adjustable valving. ~27.5" extended.
06JeepXKHEMI
08-21-2012, 05:47 PM
Hahaha thats awesome.. Will these give him more lift?
Nope, they're not helper shocks like the load levellers. But we're installing some of my homebrew spacers to lift it some more :cool:
Core XK
08-21-2012, 05:54 PM
Yeah Corey had stuff shipped to my house so his fiance wouldn't kill him lol. They're the Rancho 9000XL series with adjustable valving. ~27.5" extended.
LOL Yeah she would put me on the couch with my umbrella beer ;p
LOL Yeah she would put me on the couch with my umbrella beer ;p
Then you can invite your boyfriend to come over and keep you company
06JeepXKHEMI
08-21-2012, 05:58 PM
hahaha nice I like the way these look, looking forward to pictures..
Core XK
08-21-2012, 06:12 PM
Then you can invite your boyfriend to come over and keep you company
LMAO
hahaha nice I like the way these look, looking forward to pictures..
Yeah I can't wait to test em out
We can take a ride in the Pines after we get everything on.... make a few climbs too
Core XK
08-21-2012, 06:17 PM
We can take a ride in the Pines after we get everything on.... make a few climbs too
Where are they at? rough trails? lol
About 15 minutes from my house.... its fun once then gets boring lol
Core XK
08-21-2012, 06:22 PM
Sounds good to me lol
Core XK
08-22-2012, 10:21 AM
So my signature has my current mods + Saturday w/ shocks/diff. guard; I am going to do a list of near future mods...
Full Mopar OEM Steel Skids
4x Belly Guard
4x Front Guard (If it will fit w/ brush guard)
Programmer
Airaid MIT Intake Tube
OME HD Lift
Roof Basket w/ new DuraTrac spare
All I can think of right now!
Spray wheels black
Wheel spacers
....
stites-xk
08-22-2012, 11:03 AM
Off to a great start! Can't wait to see the end product.
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Core XK
08-22-2012, 02:02 PM
Spray wheels black
Wheel spacers
....
Oh yes wheels are getting sprayed soon....not sure about spacers:(
Core XK
08-22-2012, 02:04 PM
Off to a great start! Can't wait to see the end product.
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Thanks man, I want all the skids more then anything else ;p
stites-xk
08-22-2012, 02:50 PM
I fill you man! I need a new gas tank skid pretty bad!
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Core XK
08-22-2012, 04:12 PM
I fill you man! I need a new gas tank skid pretty bad!
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Yeah I know my mind will be at ease with the skids ;p
I am glad the Diff. Guard is going on Saturday.
Lets see.... todays list:
4xG diff guard
Rancho 9000XL rear shocks
Matts custom 1/2" rear spacers
Pinch weld mod
Hidden sticker mod
And fixed (temporarily anyways) brake squeak
I'd call that a successful day!
Actually, i'd say the most successful thing we did today was teach Corey how to use some tools! :cool:
https://theultimatejeep.com/images/imported/2012/08/20120825114448-1.jpg
https://theultimatejeep.com/images/imported/2012/08/20120825120847-1.jpg
https://theultimatejeep.com/images/imported/2012/08/20120825120854-1.jpg
07JeepXK
08-25-2012, 06:25 PM
Do you have to take rear diff cover completely off and apply new RTV when doing the rear diff guard?
As long as the diff was sealed with RTV, nope, the bond is not broken. If the diff is sealed with a gasket then yeah, it'll come off so you'll need to re-seal and refill.
07JeepXK
08-25-2012, 06:33 PM
Ok thats what I thought. Im loking to install that nice Jeep branded diff cover that Andrew found. He said they make them in a ten bolt. Along with the powertrax no slip that is!
That is a sweet cover... rearlly like having a drain plug too (comes in handy for those wheeling trips where you're going in deep water with that snorkel of yours.... get some fresh fluid in case of water contamination)
07JeepXK
08-25-2012, 06:40 PM
That is a sweet cover... rearlly like having a drain plug too (comes in handy for those wheeling trips where you're going in deep water with that snorkel of yours.... get some fresh fluid in case of water contamination)
Exactly, without having to pull the damn cover. But believe it or not, I have not once got water in the rear diff. Just the gas tank and charcoal canister....bwahahahahaha
Since Corey's out appeasing his fiance since he spent all day at my house today working on the jeep, drinking fruity beer and listening to taylor swift.... i'll do the honors of getting his pics up :p
https://theultimatejeep.com/images/imported/2012/08/20120825114526-1.jpg
https://theultimatejeep.com/images/imported/2012/08/20120825122322-1.jpg
https://theultimatejeep.com/images/imported/2012/08/20120825122311-1.jpg
https://theultimatejeep.com/images/imported/2012/08/20120825192931-1.jpg
Pinch weld tire clearance:
https://theultimatejeep.com/images/imported/2012/08/20120825192815-1.jpg
And this time the pictures didn't disappear!!!
https://theultimatejeep.com/images/imported/2012/08/20120825192706-1.jpg
https://theultimatejeep.com/images/imported/2012/08/20120825192731-1.jpg
https://theultimatejeep.com/images/imported/2012/08/20120825192807-1.jpg
Sal-XK
08-25-2012, 09:17 PM
That XK is coming along real nice!
I can't believe how much he's done In ~2 months. The force is strong with this one! Lol
Sal-XK
08-26-2012, 06:23 AM
He better slow down or he'll blink and miss his build :)
07JeepXK
08-26-2012, 06:36 AM
Or be broke and not be able to make it to RC in october!
Core XK
08-26-2012, 08:52 AM
Or be broke and not be able to make it to RC in october!
LOL oh I'll be there
Yeah it was awesome spending the day with Matt (and Kevin) learned a lot like usual and its always a good time. I don't see it slowing down any as all the skids are being ordered in the next 2-3 weeks ;p
September's List:
Transfer Case Skid
Gas Tank Skid
Suspension Skid
4x Belly Guard
Plasti-Dip all 4 wheels and maybe gas cap!
who knows what else....
Core XK
08-26-2012, 08:54 AM
He better slow down or he'll blink and miss his build :)
lol There's just so much stuff I still want/need so I'll have to slow down once all the skids are on
Core XK
08-26-2012, 09:04 AM
I can't believe how much he's done In ~2 months. The force is strong with this one! Lol
It's your fault.
BTW: We got home from philly sports bar around 2 and I completely annihilated the other half of that hoagie ;p
That wasn't a hoagie!! You need at least one topping to make it a hoagie. Cold cuts & bread, dry, is like a prison dinner. Is there something you're not telling us about your past?
Core XK
08-26-2012, 09:29 AM
That wasn't a hoagie!! You need at least one topping to make it a hoagie. Cold cuts & bread, dry, is like a prison dinner. Is there something you're not telling us about your past?
lmao Yes......I drank fruity drinks with umbrella's and eat dry sandwhiches while in the womens penitentiary
Core XK
08-26-2012, 10:51 AM
4x Belly shortly :P
Sal-XK
08-26-2012, 12:28 PM
getting your jeep off road ready is always a priority! Then you add stuff that makes it easier and more comfortable for being off road. I'm slowly getting mine overland ready and someday hope to spend weeks off road with only my jeep to sustain me.
Core XK
08-26-2012, 04:50 PM
getting your jeep off road ready is always a priority! Then you add stuff that makes it easier and more comfortable for being off road. I'm slowly getting mine overland ready and someday hope to spend weeks off road with only my jeep to sustain me.
Yeah when I first purchased the XK I had no intentions off offroading (hence my "Worth the lift" thread on jc.com) but obviously after wheeling for the first time my mind set has done a complete 360. I would be totally lost without such good people to converse and learn from...especially Matt. He has pretty much influenced a lot of my purchases of which all were smart decisions. Now that I will soon have full armor I will feel 100x better on the trails, and now that the armor is 80% complete I can focus on some fun stuff as you mentioned ;p
Sal-XK
08-26-2012, 05:04 PM
Ya we've come a long way since I bought mine. There were a few wheelers but nowhere near this amount of dedicated people doing it and not many doing this much either. Of course Jon and Adam already had nice rigs when I showed up.
Core XK
08-26-2012, 05:13 PM
Ya we've come a long way since I bought mine. There were a few wheelers but nowhere near this amount of dedicated people doing it and not many doing this much either. Of course Jon and Adam already had nice rigs when I showed up.
Yeah I can imagine lol it makes it soo much better being able to share it all with others. The RC trips/people are the reason I want to keep going :P I hope you can make it next trip
I've been through a lot of offroad vehicles and a lot of forums.... and I gotta say, we have a damn good group here. Corey, you're lucky this is your first experience! lol
Sal-XK
08-26-2012, 07:08 PM
Ya were a pretty unstable group!
I think our dysfunction is what makes us so powerful.... hell we took poor innocent Corey who had NO intention of lifting/offroading and made him pull a complete 180; that's saying something! :cool:
Core XK
08-26-2012, 07:42 PM
Yeah I guess I lucked out and this will give me prep. for my future offroading :P because one day it will be something other then our XK's (hopefully not for a long time :P)
Sal-XK
08-26-2012, 08:13 PM
Yeah I guess I lucked out and this will give me prep. for my future offroading :P because one day it will be something other then our XK's (hopefully not for a long time :P)
I think I'll buy a commuter before I sell my XK unless something terrible happens.
Core XK
08-27-2012, 09:51 AM
I think I'll buy a commuter before I sell my XK unless something terrible happens.
Agreed lol
Core XK
08-27-2012, 09:52 AM
So the Gas Tank and Transfer Case Skid are shipped, and I intend to grab the 4x Belly Guard next paycheck. I decided I will wait on the suspension skid to see which front guard I go with as I think Jon's replaces the susp. skid as well?
Yeah I just looked at SA's website and it looks like Jon's front skid covers the regions of the OEM suspension skid and the 4xG front guard. Would love to see some installed pics to get an idea of the coverage.
Core XK
08-27-2012, 02:47 PM
Yeah me too
07JeepXK
08-27-2012, 03:05 PM
That things going to be big!!!
stites-xk
08-27-2012, 03:26 PM
Your XK is coming along nicely bro!
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Core XK
08-27-2012, 03:38 PM
That things going to be big!!!
What the SA guard?
Core XK
08-27-2012, 03:39 PM
Your XK is coming along nicely bro!
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Thanks man! it needs a SL and bigger tires :(
06JeepXKHEMI
08-27-2012, 03:51 PM
Im probably going to eventually do the 4xguard as I already have the front suspension skid so makes no sense to go SA
Core XK
08-27-2012, 03:57 PM
Im probably going to eventually do the 4xguard as I already have the front suspension skid so makes no sense to go SA
Yeah that makes sense for you. SA or 4x I can't wait to see a nice black guard to go with my brush guard. I won't be getting it until January's RC trip so I have time to decide lol
I wish there was a guard you don't have to remove for oil changes ;p
stites-xk
08-27-2012, 04:04 PM
Thanks man! it needs a SL and bigger tires :(
Do it!!!! I love my SL
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Core XK
08-27-2012, 04:04 PM
Do it!!!! I love my SL
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haha I bet
stites-xk
08-27-2012, 04:11 PM
The problem that I have is i want more lift now! Hopefully in 3 years when its paid off i will have a SFA!
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I wish there was a guard you don't have to remove for oil changes ;p
It took me how long to take my front guard off? :p
Core XK
08-27-2012, 04:22 PM
It took me how long to take my front guard off? :p
lol Yeah I know
Sal-XK
08-27-2012, 05:40 PM
You guys can't reach your filter with the guard in place?
Nope. Impossible with the 5.7L.
But as Corey saw last weekend, takes me less than 30 seconds to pull the front guard off.
Sal-XK
08-27-2012, 05:51 PM
Nope. Impossible with the 5.7L.
But as Corey saw last weekend, takes me less than 30 seconds to pull the front guard off.
I can reach mine it's not easy but I can get to it. But ya I takes little time to pull that skid off.
I'll have to remember to take a peak beneath a 4.7 during the next meet.
Sal-XK
08-27-2012, 05:57 PM
I'll have to remember to take a peak beneath a 4.7 during the next meet.
I get mine off and on with the skid in place :p
I'm sure ya do. It would take a magician to do that on a 5.7L though lol
07JeepXK
08-27-2012, 06:10 PM
I'm sure ya do. It would take a magician to do that on a 5.7L though lol
I've done it on a 5.7 liter before.
I've done it on a 5.7 liter before.
https://theultimatejeep.com/images/imported/2012/08/hijinxrabbithat_04-1.jpg
Core XK
08-27-2012, 06:16 PM
LOL
Sal-XK
08-27-2012, 06:48 PM
Hahhahahah
Core XK
08-29-2012, 05:56 PM
Thought I would throw a picture up of my old 3.7L QT1 XK :P
1540
I think you need to update your first post with some fresh pictures...
Core XK
08-29-2012, 05:59 PM
Not sure which ones ;p
Not sure which ones ;p
10 images per post..... all of em!
Core XK
08-29-2012, 06:15 PM
Yeah I'll have to and a present/future mod list :P
Don't get ahead of yourself now.... we all know your "future mod list" should just be labelled "next weeks mod list because Matt said so"
Core XK
08-29-2012, 06:42 PM
Don't get ahead of yourself now.... we all know your "future mod list" should just be labelled "next weeks mod list because Matt said so"
LOL I updated it!
Core XK
08-30-2012, 11:00 AM
I was thinking of removing the gas cap to give the XK a more rugged look, any thoughts?
06JeepXKHEMI
08-30-2012, 11:06 AM
Im confused to what yo mean by rugged look?? It would look like its missing something to me, take a pic of what you mean so I can see..
Sal-XK
08-30-2012, 11:07 AM
I was thinking of removing the gas cap to give the XK a more rugged look, any thoughts?
You mean the gas cap door? I don't think simply removing that would look good. Adding decals like fuel or painting or something maybe.
Core XK
08-30-2012, 11:11 AM
Yeah the door, sorry. Well I was getting Gas today and thought it may look good
I may take it off tonight and see what it actually looks like. I hate the stock look of almost anything lol
Core XK
08-30-2012, 11:13 AM
Maybe I can line the edges with something to make it look like its supposed to be exposed lol
Put a big hole in the gas door so only the perimeter is left and put a clear acrylic on the inside to make it like a glass door/window
Core XK
08-30-2012, 11:40 AM
Put a big hole in the gas door so only the perimeter is left and put a clear acrylic on the inside to make it like a glass door/window
lol Add this to our September list.
06JeepXKHEMI
08-30-2012, 11:41 AM
I like this idea a lot better, you are modifying something rather than just taking something completely off. Plus with the wheeling I wouldnt want any mud/dirt getting in there even though you have a cap just not worth the risk
Core XK
08-30-2012, 11:45 AM
Leave it to Matt! lol no I really like this idea too and I want to do it
Core XK
08-31-2012, 12:33 PM
So since this is no longer just stuff about our jeeps and is pretty much a diary of our lives I will post that these next 2 weeks will be pretty intense for me!
I usually check all police recruiting websites weekly; however, after vacation I fell into a "lazy mode" and hadn't checked anything in weeks. I recently discovered that Bucks County is hiring officers for different boroughs. HOWEVER, I have a week to gather all of the necessary documents because the cut off is next Friday. I am currently in college for my criminal justice degree and I am not graduating until next May nor do I posses the required ACT 120 to become an officer; so I am taking a chance applying to see if they like the results. If I do extremely well on the written exam I still have a chance to be put through the training and offered a job. The first 300 applications received get processed so there is a chance I missed the cut off by its worth the chance!
Sorry I just had to get it all out! lol
Core XK
08-31-2012, 12:53 PM
WOOHOO :cool:
Cherish that picture. ... its the last time it will ever look like that
Core XK
08-31-2012, 01:00 PM
Cherish that picture. ... its the last time it will ever look like that
LOL I really don't like where this is going....
Core XK
08-31-2012, 01:16 PM
Are you painting in hot pink w/ a Taylor Swift sticker?
No.... but you just gave me some new ideas!!!!
Core XK
08-31-2012, 01:24 PM
I hate you.
Sal-XK
08-31-2012, 03:33 PM
Never give Matt help on messing with you LMAO Good luck on the cop thing!
Never give Matt help on messing with you LMAO
That's some damn good advice right there! hahaha
Sal-XK
08-31-2012, 04:46 PM
That's some damn good advice right there! hahaha
Oh no you're not bringing back the quotes in the sig thing :eek: Here we go again!
There's a lot of new members here.... i figure its only fair to warn them up front :cool:
...lol too bad Corey needs to be made an example of
Sal-XK
08-31-2012, 04:52 PM
There's a lot of new members here.... i figure its only fair to warn them up front :cool:
...lol too bad Corey needs to be made an example of
at its peak we couldn't say anything without it being twisted into something else LOL good time good times!
Core XK
08-31-2012, 06:46 PM
lmao @ you guys
Excited to see my skids.........I think......
Sal-XK
08-31-2012, 07:55 PM
lmao @ you guys
Excited to see my skids.........I think......
See Matt this is just way to easy ^^^^^^
Core XK
09-01-2012, 06:30 AM
Lmao
Excited to see my kids.........I think......
:confused:
Core XK
09-01-2012, 07:12 AM
I will be ordering thr belly/susp. Next week....
Cool. We'll have plenty of parts to install in Sept!
AJeepZJ
09-01-2012, 08:13 AM
And this time the pictures didn't disappear!!!
https://theultimatejeep.com/images/imported/2012/08/20120825192706-1.jpg
I haven't seen this thread before. Those are some great looking XK's.
Core XK
09-01-2012, 08:15 AM
Cool. We'll have plenty of parts to install in Sept!
Your LCA and UCA corect? plus PLASTI-DIPPING!!!!
Core XK
09-01-2012, 08:15 AM
I haven't seen this thread before. Those are some great looking XK's.
Thanks man! I can't wait to get the front guard under the brush guard...I think it will tie the front together
Core XK
09-01-2012, 02:04 PM
Picked up the last 3 cans Home Depot had!
Hopefully 3 cans will cover 4 wheels!
https://theultimatejeep.com/images/imported/2012/09/DSCN1311-1.jpg
Core XK
09-04-2012, 03:51 PM
NICE. Needs a little "trimming"
07JeepXK
09-04-2012, 04:45 PM
Make sure you do both the rear upper control arm mod and the rear drive shaft mod on that gas tank skid before you install it.
....of course! Man i wish someone made a "how to" for doing that....
Hell I already have the outline of a male extremity cut out of his skid plate. Dremmel tools are awesome!
Core XK
09-05-2012, 04:41 AM
You did not!
Sal-XK
09-05-2012, 06:42 AM
You did not!
Hahahahhahaha that's something I would do LOL
Core XK
09-05-2012, 06:57 AM
Pics or it didn't happen!
Chapman89
09-05-2012, 07:52 AM
matt,
Did the hardware and bracket make it along with the skid plate? I used a couple zip ties to hold that stuff to the fuel tank skid plate. haha
Yeah it looks like its all there. The hardware worked its way out of the zip ties but there was tape holding it in place.
Core XK
09-05-2012, 07:58 AM
matt,
Did the hardware and bracket make it along with the skid plate? I used a couple zip ties to hold that stuff to the fuel tank skid plate. haha
Thanks again for the skids man :)
So Corey are we installing these Saturday? If so..... we should register for Englishtown show on Sept 29th!
Chapman89
09-05-2012, 08:16 AM
Thanks again for the skids man :)
No problem, be sure to beat them up since I never got the chance to!
Core XK
09-05-2012, 08:47 AM
So Corey are we installing these Saturday? If so..... we should register for Englishtown show on Sept 29th!
Sure we can put them in Saturday. The Belly Guard SHOULD be there by Saturday as well; however, I didn't order the suspension skid yet :(
What is the Englishtown Show?
The suspension skid is easy.... hell we can do that at the show!
Englishtown is a car show/ swap meet that's held twice a year. Here's a link to the thread from springtime.
http://www.theultimatejeep.com/showthread.php?p=27101
I didn't bother making a thread for September because of the lack of interest.
Core XK
09-05-2012, 09:13 AM
No problem, be sure to beat them up since I never got the chance to!
Oh they will get some abuse very soon at RC :)
Core XK
09-05-2012, 09:13 AM
The suspension skid is easy.... hell we can do that at the show!
Englishtown is a car show/ swap meet that's held twice a year. Here's a link to the thread from springtime.
http://www.theultimatejeep.com/showthread.php?p=27101
I didn't bother making a thread for September because of the lack of interest.
Sounds good to me, how far is it from you?
~30 minutes.
Google Englishtown NJ. Its probably less time for you to get there than it takes to get to my house.
Core XK
09-05-2012, 09:30 AM
It's about an hour on the Turnpike.
Core XK
09-05-2012, 04:15 PM
Hopefully the belly guard gets there by Saturday since we'll be under there already....
Core XK
09-05-2012, 05:54 PM
Get yer own garage-thread :p
So I was kicked out of Matt's garage but I do want to know if anyone has removed the plastic rock rails and painted the trim black (temporary until sliders)....for some reason I just hate the plastic POS :)
Lets do it....
http://www.jeepcommander.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15450
Core XK
09-05-2012, 06:05 PM
Lets do it....
http://www.jeepcommander.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15450
His doesn't look bad at all but his XK is darker so I am not sure how mine will look. I like the non-skid tape idea as well...
EDIT: I think we should cover the holes and plasti-dip it? or bedliner but I already have 3 cans of plasti-dip lol
It's painted to match already under there. Just leave it alone so it wont stand out.
Core XK
09-05-2012, 06:10 PM
It's painted to match already under there. Just leave it alone so it wont stand out.
True....but I don't want to see the holes
True....but I don't want to see the holes
Grip tape will cover the holes...
You know what dude, you know its going to happen...... so how about just ordering the sliders now and save us all 48 hours of you saying "i spent to much lately blah blah blah" and then on hour 49th "ok i have sliders being sent to your house matt" :p
Core XK
09-05-2012, 06:14 PM
Well I say we do it and see what it looks like!
07JeepXK
09-05-2012, 06:16 PM
And that's why I'm glad I got a steel blue metallic XK. Black blends in really well. Even the snorkel looks good on it. I was leaving chuck e cheese with my son tonight and was like damn that commander is bada$$. Oh wait that's my XK!!
Core XK
09-05-2012, 06:18 PM
I was leaving chuck e cheese with my son tonight and was like damn that commander is bada$$. Oh wait that's my XK!!
hahahaha
and was like damn that commander is bada$$. Oh wait that's my XK!!
That's why I post so much.... I love seeing that sexy white Commander under each of my posts!
Core XK
09-05-2012, 06:22 PM
You know what dude, you know its going to happen...... so how about just ordering the sliders now and save us all 48 hours of you saying "i spent to much lately blah blah blah" and then on hour 49th "ok i have sliders being sent to your house matt" :p
LOL! I am practicing self control ### hole ;)
LOL! I am practicing self control ### hole ;)
Practice that in 2013.... a New Years resolution. That gives you 3 more months to order everything you can!!!
Core XK
09-05-2012, 06:26 PM
Practice that in 2013.... a New Years resolution. That gives you 3 more months to order everything you can!!!
lol..
Core XK
09-06-2012, 04:55 AM
Seen a JK at WaWa today with atleast 37's.....have to say it looked pretty badass although the owner was a douche :)
And it looked like the million other JKs out there too. ;)
Core XK
09-06-2012, 05:25 AM
Yeah I know which is exactly what I was telling myself. I am happy that I got alota years left with the XK!
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