Added some color to the exterior via Hella tinted covers

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06-22-2011, 04:39 PM
Matt

Added some color to the exterior via Hella tinted covers

I wanted to add some color to my black/white XK. I still plan on plasti-dipping the shackles up front in blue... and some day after i lift it i'd really like to run the Mickey Thompson Classic Locks with a blue bead ring:

https://theultimatejeep.com/images/i.../MT_Blue-1.jpg

I got some Hella protective light covers... they come in a variety of colors. I, of course, got some blue ones. Took about 5 minutes to put them on (they stick to the lense like a decal). They're about 1/16" thick tinted polymer... they'll definitely protect the lenses from rock chips.

BEFORE:

https://theultimatejeep.com/images/i...164Done4-1.jpg

AFTER:

https://theultimatejeep.com/images/i...22190201-1.jpg

https://theultimatejeep.com/images/i...22190150-1.jpg

https://theultimatejeep.com/images/i...22190301-1.jpg

No effect on lighting.... damn things are bright!!!

https://theultimatejeep.com/images/i...22190240-1.jpg

https://theultimatejeep.com/images/i...22190337-1.jpg
06-22-2011, 05:36 PM
IamJEEP

Me likey! Your XK is looking great man. Those bead locks would look killer on your rig. Im going to do something similar with my wheels and tie in some body color.
06-23-2011, 12:36 PM
pjmjr508

those beadloacks work on the XK? I have been looking for Beadloacks for the XK that I don't need to use spacers with like with the AEV ones
06-23-2011, 12:44 PM
cico7

Quote:

Originally Posted by pjmjr508

those beadloacks work on the XK? I have been looking for Beadloacks for the XK that I don't need to use spacers with like with the AEV ones

I too would like bead lock wheels.
06-23-2011, 12:44 PM
Matt

Quote:

Originally Posted by pjmjr508

those beadloacks work on the XK? I have been looking for Beadloacks for the XK that I don't need to use spacers with like with the AEV ones

Probably Not. I'm hoping there are more backspace options by the time I actually do the new lift/tires.
06-23-2011, 01:19 PM
Matt

Good point. I thought they just meant the beadlock look.

Those rings are cosmetic only. Check local laws also..... in NJ true beadlock wheels are not approved for street use.
06-23-2011, 02:52 PM
Adondo

Man, I thought I was a light nut. :)

Your blue and white theme is a lot like my black and white look. Once you get started, you tend to keep the look going. Those blue faux bead locks will look nice. You have a great looking XK.
06-23-2011, 06:26 PM
txbajacommander

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Lights look great! Those MT's looks good. I'm running the procomps.
06-23-2011, 06:32 PM
Matt

Quote:

Originally Posted by Adondo

Your blue and white theme is a lot like my black and white look. Once you get started, you tend to keep the look going. Those blue faux bead locks will look nice. You have a great looking XK.

Thanks man. I did the black/white thing with my Sierra... so im trying to change it up a bit and add some color to the XK.
06-24-2011, 05:31 AM
Matt

Yeah, phunkey had them on his.... I'd like for them to have about 1" more backspace 5.5" as opposed to 4.5".

https://theultimatejeep.com/images/i...011/06/c-1.jpg

You can see the trimming he did as well: http://s607.photobucket.com/albums/t...perLift%20Kit/