First Time Jeep Owner
01-04-2015 | 12:15 PM
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First Time Jeep Owner
My father bought this jeep when he was diagnosed with Cancer last year and he passed away in November. I did everything I could to make sure it didn't just get sold to someone that wouldn't love it so here I am!
I love to camp and fish so it is a great fit for my lifestyle. It is a 2005 and only has 16,600 miles on it.
I am not sure what all is already on this thing because there are so many after market products so I am posting some pictures, if you see an aftermarket accessory feel free to point it out and tell me what the heck it is and what it is for! It is a lot to take in but I am very excited!
Any tips on how to keep this jeep looking and running awesome is greatly appreciated.
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I love to camp and fish so it is a great fit for my lifestyle. It is a 2005 and only has 16,600 miles on it.
I am not sure what all is already on this thing because there are so many after market products so I am posting some pictures, if you see an aftermarket accessory feel free to point it out and tell me what the heck it is and what it is for! It is a lot to take in but I am very excited!
Any tips on how to keep this jeep looking and running awesome is greatly appreciated.
01-04-2015 | 01:02 PM
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My father bought this jeep when he was diagnosed with Cancer last year and he passed away in November. I did everything I could to make sure it didn't just get sold to someone that wouldn't love it so here I am!
I love to camp and fish so it is a great fit for my lifestyle. It is a 2005 and only has 16,600 miles on it.
I am not sure what all is already on this thing because there are so many after market products so I am posting some pictures, if you see an aftermarket accessory feel free to point it out and tell me what the heck it is and what it is for! It is a lot to take in but I am very excited!
Any tips on how to keep this jeep looking and running awesome is greatly appreciated.
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I love to camp and fish so it is a great fit for my lifestyle. It is a 2005 and only has 16,600 miles on it.
I am not sure what all is already on this thing because there are so many after market products so I am posting some pictures, if you see an aftermarket accessory feel free to point it out and tell me what the heck it is and what it is for! It is a lot to take in but I am very excited!
Any tips on how to keep this jeep looking and running awesome is greatly appreciated.
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Your new Jeep is a TJ and you posted in the JK forum. You would get better answers to your questions in the TJ (1997-2006) forum.
As a JK guy, I am not familiar with the nuances of the TJ. Looking at the pictures though, I would say the side steps are not stock. Also the front bumper and winch are not stock. The rear bumper is not stock, and the seat covers, grab handles, and door panels are not stock either. And what looks like a CB antenna base on the rear is also not stock.
But more importantly, I applaud you for wanting to keep your Dad's TJ alive and in your possession, especially when it involves new avenues for you to explore. Your Dad would be proud. Your Dad will always be a part of you, especially in your memories and DNA makeup. But to have something intrinsic from him is a further blessing. Something that you can touch and feel when you need to. Your Dad lives on not only in you, but in your new Jeep.
01-04-2015 | 01:50 PM
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Welcome to the JK-Forum SarahBeth
Very sorry for your loss. This section will help ya get started
Jeep TJ & YJ Wrangler
Very sorry for your loss. This section will help ya get startedJeep TJ & YJ Wrangler
01-04-2015 | 03:40 PM
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Hi SarahBeth, welcome to JK Forum!
I am really sorry to hear about your loss.
That is a beautiful Jeep! The Unlimited model is slightly longer than the standard TJ, the Unlimited is also sometimes referred to as a LJ. Also it appears to be a Rubicon model which comes from the factory with upgraded axles, transfer case, locking differentials, wheels, etc. (it's an offroad monster)
You should get many, many years of reliable service from your Jeep. Get out there and enjoy driving it.
I am really sorry to hear about your loss.
That is a beautiful Jeep! The Unlimited model is slightly longer than the standard TJ, the Unlimited is also sometimes referred to as a LJ. Also it appears to be a Rubicon model which comes from the factory with upgraded axles, transfer case, locking differentials, wheels, etc. (it's an offroad monster)
You should get many, many years of reliable service from your Jeep. Get out there and enjoy driving it.
01-05-2015 | 12:51 PM
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Warm Welcomes
First off, Sarah, welcome to the forum.
Your new Jeep is a TJ and you posted in the JK forum. You would get better answers to your questions in the TJ (1997-2006) forum.
As a JK guy, I am not familiar with the nuances of the TJ. Looking at the pictures though, I would say the side steps are not stock. Also the front bumper and winch are not stock. The rear bumper is not stock, and the seat covers, grab handles, and door panels are not stock either. And what looks like a CB antenna base on the rear is also not stock.
But more importantly, I applaud you for wanting to keep your Dad's TJ alive and in your possession, especially when it involves new avenues for you to explore. Your Dad would be proud. Your Dad will always be a part of you, especially in your memories and DNA makeup. But to have something intrinsic from him is a further blessing. Something that you can touch and feel when you need to. Your Dad lives on not only in you, but in your new Jeep.
Your new Jeep is a TJ and you posted in the JK forum. You would get better answers to your questions in the TJ (1997-2006) forum.
As a JK guy, I am not familiar with the nuances of the TJ. Looking at the pictures though, I would say the side steps are not stock. Also the front bumper and winch are not stock. The rear bumper is not stock, and the seat covers, grab handles, and door panels are not stock either. And what looks like a CB antenna base on the rear is also not stock.
But more importantly, I applaud you for wanting to keep your Dad's TJ alive and in your possession, especially when it involves new avenues for you to explore. Your Dad would be proud. Your Dad will always be a part of you, especially in your memories and DNA makeup. But to have something intrinsic from him is a further blessing. Something that you can touch and feel when you need to. Your Dad lives on not only in you, but in your new Jeep.
My goodness! Thank you for the support and information! I will try the TJ forum as well. What a surprising wonderful welcome!
01-05-2015 | 12:52 PM
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