which way to go
08-22-2010 | 05:53 AM
#11
JK Junkie
Joined: Aug 2007
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From: Broken Arrow, OK
But $3,000 dollars is a lot of money, and you can make one very impressive budget rig for that price. Here is just an example of what you could do to your Jeep (assume you do your own labor) for $3,000 dollars:
Spidertrax $99.95 pair, total $199.90
TeraFlex 2.5" Coil lift (w/ shock adapters) $459.95
5. Rubicon tire (and rim) take offs approximately $700.00
ARB Recovery bag w/ essential recovery items $274.90
Hi-Lift Jack approximately $70.00
4-door Rubi Rails (used from Forum member) I paid $150.00 (shipping included!)
JKS Quicker Disconnects $146.70
JKS Jeep JK Front Adjustable Track Bar $144.00
Front Aussie Locker $299.95
AEV ProCal $149.90
ARB Air Compressor (for tire inflation) $229.95
ARB Air Compressor Pumpt Kit $39.99
Staun Tire Deflators $67.99
Tough Stuff Hood Rack (for hi-lift) $149.99
Total Cost $3,082.32
So, its about $83 over budget
... but, that is an impressive list of things you can get for 3 grand. Obviously the price and availability of any of those Rubicon take offs will throw this budget off, so your millage will vary. On a plus note with a 2.5" coil lift and a set of 17 inch rims you'd be all set to upgrade to 35s when you finally decide to.
Last edited by u-joint; 08-22-2010 at 06:03 AM.
08-22-2010 | 11:39 AM
#12
JK Newbie
Joined: Feb 2009
Posts: 53
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From: Highlands Ranch, CO
Lift
Greetings one and all,
I've been reading threads for days now and am more confused then ever input overload.
I want to start going trailing and want to buy some new gear.
1. If I have a winch set up do you still buy a hilift jack as a back up ?
2. Won't need new tires for a couple of years..So do I need new springs for the bumper and winch or just go with BB or teraflex set up ? this is my DD and will only be doing basic trails until I: learn more skills. Like the mid length bumper set ups from lod and shrockworks. As far as a winch set up looking for good mid priced winch. Have a total of $3000.00 to spend.
So what say you one and all Help this newbie out.
Thanks in advance
I've been reading threads for days now and am more confused then ever input overload.
I want to start going trailing and want to buy some new gear.
1. If I have a winch set up do you still buy a hilift jack as a back up ?
2. Won't need new tires for a couple of years..So do I need new springs for the bumper and winch or just go with BB or teraflex set up ? this is my DD and will only be doing basic trails until I: learn more skills. Like the mid length bumper set ups from lod and shrockworks. As far as a winch set up looking for good mid priced winch. Have a total of $3000.00 to spend.
So what say you one and all Help this newbie out.
Thanks in advance
Joel
08-27-2010 | 08:26 AM
#13
JK Newbie
Joined: Jan 2010
Posts: 43
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From: Kennewick, WA
I'd just like to throw my 2-cents in the mix...
Why do you need to rush out and buy a winch? Sure they look great, sure their useful... but you're just starting out. And heck, rule one is "never go alone"... you're not planning on wheeling alone are ya?
I'd imagine the money spent on the bumper and winch could be better spent on things to keep you from getting stuck in the first place (i.e., lift, tires, lockers, etc). Buy a tow strap, a tree saver, and a come-along and/or a hi-lift. Wheel with friends, and you'll be set.
Again, just my 2-cents
Why do you need to rush out and buy a winch? Sure they look great, sure their useful... but you're just starting out. And heck, rule one is "never go alone"... you're not planning on wheeling alone are ya?
I'd imagine the money spent on the bumper and winch could be better spent on things to keep you from getting stuck in the first place (i.e., lift, tires, lockers, etc). Buy a tow strap, a tree saver, and a come-along and/or a hi-lift. Wheel with friends, and you'll be set.
Again, just my 2-cents