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Help me! Girl just bought 2012 JKU Sahara

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Old 04-22-2012, 11:24 AM
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I have so many things I want to do to this Jeep. Help me - where do I start?

Trying to find a moderate sized front/rear bumper that is compatible with the location of the vac pump on the 2012...do I wait until there are others besides $1500 AEV's?

I want an LED light rack, but hven't seen any sleek racking systems I like (lots i see just jut out and I don't want whistling wind noise)

I really want half doors but can't find them in Crush.
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Old 04-22-2012, 11:43 AM
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Check out tge delta light bar for the top. It's only a couple inches thick. Super cool. Get LEDs
Old 04-22-2012, 11:55 AM
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I bought a jcr stubby dagger bumper and I didn't need to remove my vacuum pump. It just went right on with no problems.
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I just installed my PSC front bumper and didn't to relocate my pump.
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Old 04-22-2012, 12:18 PM
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I went crazy with AEV stuff - 3.5 lift, Savegres, 35" Toyos, AEV front and rear bumpers, hi-jack, Warn winch, and PIAA lights...I am loving my Crush! Have fun with the mods! Post pictures as you go...
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Old 04-22-2012, 02:08 PM
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Thanks guys.... checked that out. Like the Delta light rack but I like the whole line of lights vs 4 separate ones. (Bear with my terminology.) Know what I'm talkin about?

I also really like the hood mount light racks. Haven't decided which way to go. Maybe just go both and light up the whole forest

Like the features of the stubby....a lot. Exactly what I want, something that can work hard but also not weigh me down too much. That's what she said? Anyway...any other pics or suggestions would be much appreciated!

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Looking to get new (bigger) tires ASAP for better off-road capability, what is the best route to go in terms of a lift?

Spacers vs. Body lift vs. Suspension lift? What's the difference/pros and cons? Any opinions?

I just want to get enough clearance to be able to hit some moderate trails - not needing to go huge right now. She's my daily driver so we will be on the pavement a good deal, something else to consider.

Also was planning to powder coat my stock wheels black (minus the bolts) because I like the look of them - would I want to go with some fatter tires with the same 17" wheel size?

I am obsessed with my Jeep. Never thought I could love something so much. Thanks for the input.
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Old 04-22-2012, 03:19 PM
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As is, your Jeep can squeeze in 33" tires with minimal issues to no issues. if you want something to give it just a little extra ground clearance i would go with the EVO ( off road evolution) leveling kit and throw on either 285/70/17 or 295/70/17 tires, you will need wheel spacers if you keep the factory wheels (rims).

follow this link and read through the thread completely , it will answer a lot of your questions

https://www.jk-forum.com/forums/modi...bie-has-18617/


and the type of light bar you are looking might be what Rigid Industries has to offer. look for Rigid 50" light bar on the forum or just Google it.

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Old 04-22-2012, 03:27 PM
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Huge Huge fan of this light bar. It's spendy but IMO one of the best.

Rigid E-Series 50" LED Light Bar & JK Mounts BUNDLE | Jeep LED Lighting | Poison Spyder

Some Goodyear Duratracs 285/70, spacers and maybe an RK 2.5 stock mod. You should be very capable.
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Have you seen the price of LED light bars? They'll make the AEV bumper look inexpensive.

I wouldn't waste my money on the Delta light bar.

Mopar sells half door kits. For a 4 door you are looking at near 4 grand before paint. Another 300-500 to have them painted. I bought a set for my 2 door back in 2010 and they cost me 2 grand and $350 for paint. I also had to put them together, but I enjoyed that.

In either case you picked some expensive mods.
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so who's Jeep is this again? Does she have a sister?? lol



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