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Old 12-01-2008 | 01:34 AM
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Originally Posted by Rubimon
About 5/64 or 3/32 is all you need. You could always go bigger if you want. You'll find drain a steady stream for about 30 seconds at that size.
Will metric drills work ok?
How much will theis save me on the quart mile times, or will it create more drag with the change of profile exceeding the weight loss bonus?
How big can I go before I need transport de[artment engineering approval?
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Old 12-01-2008 | 01:36 AM
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Originally Posted by Kes
I just bought my 08 Rubicon last week and as of today I've completed my first mod. After reviewing this thread in its entirety, studying the mirrors, drawing diagrams with circles and arrows, writing a complete narrative about my intentions and then, of course, taking 37 different measurements to ensure the holes are in complete alignment with the Earths equator....... I now have drainable mirrors. Now I need a nap.

For a mod as complicated as this, I think we should name it. Anyone have any ideas?

Rearview Flow Enhancer? Aqua Channeling device?
Maybe someone should sell it as a kit on E-Bay
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Old 12-01-2008 | 08:29 PM
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Hey, I can't believe I missed this mod! I actually noticed water on the doors 2 days after I got my 2009 JK home and thought that was a long time for it to hold the water! So I'm gonna drill into my $37k JK tomorrow! (again! )
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Old 12-02-2008 | 09:45 AM
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Another great mod brought to you by the great people of this forum.... I LOVE IT!!!!
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Old 12-02-2008 | 11:52 AM
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Just did it myself, the hardest part was putting the bit in the chuck, it was crooked Has anyone drilled the piece around the antena?
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Old 12-05-2008 | 01:08 PM
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Read it... Did it.... Saw the water....

This is a MUST for anyone living in the Vancouver BC area! (3 months of summer... then rain LOTS of rain)
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Old 12-05-2008 | 03:26 PM
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Originally Posted by adamisadam
Hey, I can't believe I missed this mod! I actually noticed water on the doors 2 days after I got my 2009 JK home and thought that was a long time for it to hold the water! So I'm gonna drill into my $37k JK tomorrow! (again! )

You paid $37,000 for a JK. Hmmm. I've got some swampland to sell you in the Nevada Desert - if you'd like to go Mudding.
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Old 12-05-2008 | 03:45 PM
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I still need to do this one.
Last edited by gryph0n; 12-05-2008 at 04:47 PM.
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Old 12-05-2008 | 04:39 PM
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Originally Posted by britjk
You paid $37,000 for a JK. Hmmm. I've got some swampland to sell you in the Nevada Desert - if you'd like to go Mudding.
I was thinking the same thing.
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Old 12-05-2008 | 05:50 PM
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Originally Posted by britjk
You paid $37,000 for a JK. Hmmm. I've got some swampland to sell you in the Nevada Desert - if you'd like to go Mudding.
I never said I PAID $37k for it, but yes, check off ALL the boxes on the options list of a Rubicon Unlimited and do the math.

Through my www.Jeeptales.com and www.jpfreak.com connections, I get below invoice pricing.

Now, I'd be happy to give you a blanket for that Nevada land
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