Your $10,000 Modified Advice
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Your $10,000 Modified Advice
Hey guys, I am hoping some of you could offer me some advice. I am a custom truck builder that within the past few years has also started building some custom Jeeps. By custom, I do not mean adding some aftermarket parts and calling it custom, custom as in newly fabricated (unique) parts and engines normally of the 392 / 426 Supercharged type. My style has been labeled futuristic by most and I realize there are lots of traditional Jeepers, and some that are very not fond of that style, but I like to push boundaries. That said, this thread is really not about me, its about the advice you could possibly offer me!
If you were going to purchase the Jeep of your dreams, what $5,000 - 10,000 aftermarket part(s) would you really want to already see on it? Is there a part or parts you would almost insist be on the Jeep? Maybe there is $50,000 worth of parts you want to see on it. Well feel free to name them! I realize if I ask 10 different people, I likely get 10 different answers, but that is kind of the point. When I build these Jeeps I have only my own opinions to go by, and they are not for me, so I am hoping to incorporate some parts that have not crossed my mind in my current or upcoming builds.
I really appreciate your time and opinions.
-Jonathan
If you were going to purchase the Jeep of your dreams, what $5,000 - 10,000 aftermarket part(s) would you really want to already see on it? Is there a part or parts you would almost insist be on the Jeep? Maybe there is $50,000 worth of parts you want to see on it. Well feel free to name them! I realize if I ask 10 different people, I likely get 10 different answers, but that is kind of the point. When I build these Jeeps I have only my own opinions to go by, and they are not for me, so I am hoping to incorporate some parts that have not crossed my mind in my current or upcoming builds.
I really appreciate your time and opinions.
-Jonathan
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Dream Jeep? That's easy - Genright Elite suspension with 3" coil overs (for a JKU). For a newer JLU it would be the Genright Extreme with 3" coil overs. Much more than 10K. More like your 50K mark if you install everything.
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Hey guys, I am hoping some of you could offer me some advice. I am a custom truck builder that within the past few years has also started building some custom Jeeps. By custom, I do not mean adding some aftermarket parts and calling it custom, custom as in newly fabricated (unique) parts and engines normally of the 392 / 426 Supercharged type. My style has been labeled futuristic by most and I realize there are lots of traditional Jeepers, and some that are very not fond of that style, but I like to push boundaries. That said, this thread is really not about me, its about the advice you could possibly offer me!
If you were going to purchase the Jeep of your dreams, what $5,000 - 10,000 aftermarket part(s) would you really want to already see on it? Is there a part or parts you would almost insist be on the Jeep? Maybe there is $50,000 worth of parts you want to see on it. Well feel free to name them! I realize if I ask 10 different people, I likely get 10 different answers, but that is kind of the point. When I build these Jeeps I have only my own opinions to go by, and they are not for me, so I am hoping to incorporate some parts that have not crossed my mind in my current or upcoming builds.
I really appreciate your time and opinions.
-Jonathan
If you were going to purchase the Jeep of your dreams, what $5,000 - 10,000 aftermarket part(s) would you really want to already see on it? Is there a part or parts you would almost insist be on the Jeep? Maybe there is $50,000 worth of parts you want to see on it. Well feel free to name them! I realize if I ask 10 different people, I likely get 10 different answers, but that is kind of the point. When I build these Jeeps I have only my own opinions to go by, and they are not for me, so I am hoping to incorporate some parts that have not crossed my mind in my current or upcoming builds.
I really appreciate your time and opinions.
-Jonathan
Hmm, maybe something like this.
Trail built >$10k
Teraflex or Metalcloak lift (2.5 - 3.5"), 17" wheels, 37" tires, D44 front replacement for non-Rubi, 4.88 gears with options for lunch box or E-lockers for non-Rubi, sliders, engine/tranny skid, bumpers with tire carrier, winch.
Mild Trail build (economical sport models)
Rancho 2" sport lift with 9000s, wheel spacers and 33's for stock wheels, winch and mounting plate, sliders, engine/tranny skid
City build (most of what is running around in my area)
2.5" spacer lift, 20"+ wheels, 35's, graphics wrap, exhaust and cold air intake, undercarriage neon lights, bumpers, steps
The possibilities and opinions are endless...
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Sounds like you're building for a potential future buyer, so my 2 cents is to use a good portion of that 10K to write a manual, an addendum to the (included) OEM FSM, that documents all the changes, troubleshooting, parts lists, maintenance procedures, wiring diagrams, etc. Also include software/hardware tools for troubleshooting (e.g. HPTuners, JScan, etc.).
A problem with Jeeps modded by others is that the new owner is faced with eventual maintenance headaches trying to find someone that can troubleshoot and repair a highly modified custom electronic wonder. And it only gets worse as time goes by, especially if/when the builder is no longer available.
A problem with Jeeps modded by others is that the new owner is faced with eventual maintenance headaches trying to find someone that can troubleshoot and repair a highly modified custom electronic wonder. And it only gets worse as time goes by, especially if/when the builder is no longer available.
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JK Enthusiast
Hummmm -
Atlas 4 Speed
Regear + ARB Lockers
Front & Rear Bumpers
Winch
You may have to look for a little extra change under the sofa cushions - but yer Jeep is gonna be capable !
Neville
Atlas 4 Speed
Regear + ARB Lockers
Front & Rear Bumpers
Winch
You may have to look for a little extra change under the sofa cushions - but yer Jeep is gonna be capable !
Neville
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JK Jedi
axles would be the #1 on the list but you are not going to do that for $10k. Atlas, coilovers, power assist steering, proper cage and suspension seats, no electronics.