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Destroyer 2013 jku a slow & painful process
The Destroyer: Purchased May 20th, 2013.
Forum Start Date: May 11th, 2017.
It was a childhood dream of mine to purchase a Jeep Wrangler, and in 2013 I got a little closer to that goal as I purchased a brand new Sahara Unlimited. The Destroyer ought to be paid off by next year, 2018. Had I known the addictive behaviour associated with wranglers I'm not sure I would have purchased one. Who am I kidding... it's been a hate/love relationship that I wouldn't trade for the world.
I have no mechanical background, however I'm a master at internet research and YouTube, which has been a blessing as I've done all the work myself and really have a difficult time trusting my local dealer. I'm not afraid to tackle these jobs on my own and I've learnt a lot by being independent. Nevertheless, I'm starting this thread a little late as I've completed a decent amount of modifications over the past 3-4years. I'm going to do my best and travel back in time to retrieve photos of my installs if possible. In addition, I plan to come up with a standard maintenance plan and instructions for " How to" based on mileage of our JKs.
***What's the Destroyer Packing:
Rock Krawler 2.5" Max Travel
- Mid Lower Control Arms Front and Rear
- Progressive Coils
- Rear Track Bar
- Front Bomb Proof Track Bar
- Crown Stainless Extended Brake Lines
- Quick Release Extended Sway Bar Links
2.0 Fox Shocks 4 - 6"
Teraflex Bump Stops Front and Rear
1" Teraflex Spacers
OME Steering Stabilizer
Arctic Front Dana 30 Truss
Synergy C Gussets
Teraflex HD Adjustable Ball Joints
Yukon 4.88 Gears & Master Kit
Synergy Axle Tube Seals
ARB On-Board Comprerssor
SPOD 6 Channel
Zeon 10S Winch with Solenoid
Poison Spyder Front Bumper
Poison Spyder Hood Louvre
Poison Spyder Tramp Stamp License Plate
Bushwhacker Trail Armor Hood Deflector
1310 CV Extreme HD Adams Drive Shaft
Rigid Industries LEDs A-Pillar & Fog Lights
LED Angel Eye Head Lights
Poison Spyder Differential Covers
D3 Control Arm Skid Plates
Under Seat Driver Side Tuffy Lock Box
Smittybilt rear trunk pouch hanger
Drake Aluminum Front Fender Grill Slots
Angled Pucks for Passenger Seating Recline
Extreme Terrain Snorkel Kit
Dirty Dog Cargo Netting
Rugged Ridge Hood Latches
Cobra 75 CB with Fire Stick
Pro Comp 17" 7069 4.75BS
Mickey Ts MTZ 35" x 12.5" 17" (Going to 37's)
I'm sure there's a few items missing here, however I'll try and update it as I go along.
***Current Jobs Being Completed (May):
- Line-X front bumper as the powder coat has came off.
- Transmission fluid needs to be changed
- Poison Spyder Side Armour going in for Line-X
- POR15 the undercarriage (Paint Over Rust)
- Coolant Change Out
- Need to check my toe-in
- Check Axle U-Joints
***Purchasing within the next month (May early June):
17" Beadlocks (Still Deciding ATX Slabs or Spyderlocks)
37" x 13.5" x 17" STTs
New Coil Springs: Most likely RK3.5" or TF 4"
Custom Rear Gas Tank Holder and Mount
Drag Link Flip Kit (supplier not decided)
Evap Skid Plate (Evo or PSC)
Rear Dana44 Truss (TMR Customs or Arctec)
***Things I need to get ASAP:
- Lockers preferably ARB (Want Rears for the Summer)
- Tie Rod (Synergy)
- Upgraded power steering or Fox ATS Steering Stabilizer for now
- Sliders / Side Steps..most likely Poison Spyder
*** Note, my jeep is a weekend warrior and my daily driver. It takes me to the cottage, hunting camp and a few off-road trails with some of the jeep clubs around the area. My goal is to make the Destroyer an only summer driven vehicle as the salty winters are pretty rough, and to upgrade to 40s on wontons in the near future.
I'm going to apologize in advance as I'm going to be all over the ice with this build thread, however I'll do my best to stay on topic of each install or item purchased.
Thanks in advance for your views and or follows.
Sent from my iPad using WAYALIFE mobile app
The Destroyer: Purchased May 20th, 2013.
Forum Start Date: May 11th, 2017.
It was a childhood dream of mine to purchase a Jeep Wrangler, and in 2013 I got a little closer to that goal as I purchased a brand new Sahara Unlimited. The Destroyer ought to be paid off by next year, 2018. Had I known the addictive behaviour associated with wranglers I'm not sure I would have purchased one. Who am I kidding... it's been a hate/love relationship that I wouldn't trade for the world.
I have no mechanical background, however I'm a master at internet research and YouTube, which has been a blessing as I've done all the work myself and really have a difficult time trusting my local dealer. I'm not afraid to tackle these jobs on my own and I've learnt a lot by being independent. Nevertheless, I'm starting this thread a little late as I've completed a decent amount of modifications over the past 3-4years. I'm going to do my best and travel back in time to retrieve photos of my installs if possible. In addition, I plan to come up with a standard maintenance plan and instructions for " How to" based on mileage of our JKs.
***What's the Destroyer Packing:
Rock Krawler 2.5" Max Travel
- Mid Lower Control Arms Front and Rear
- Progressive Coils
- Rear Track Bar
- Front Bomb Proof Track Bar
- Crown Stainless Extended Brake Lines
- Quick Release Extended Sway Bar Links
2.0 Fox Shocks 4 - 6"
Teraflex Bump Stops Front and Rear
1" Teraflex Spacers
OME Steering Stabilizer
Arctic Front Dana 30 Truss
Synergy C Gussets
Teraflex HD Adjustable Ball Joints
Yukon 4.88 Gears & Master Kit
Synergy Axle Tube Seals
ARB On-Board Comprerssor
SPOD 6 Channel
Zeon 10S Winch with Solenoid
Poison Spyder Front Bumper
Poison Spyder Hood Louvre
Poison Spyder Tramp Stamp License Plate
Bushwhacker Trail Armor Hood Deflector
1310 CV Extreme HD Adams Drive Shaft
Rigid Industries LEDs A-Pillar & Fog Lights
LED Angel Eye Head Lights
Poison Spyder Differential Covers
D3 Control Arm Skid Plates
Under Seat Driver Side Tuffy Lock Box
Smittybilt rear trunk pouch hanger
Drake Aluminum Front Fender Grill Slots
Angled Pucks for Passenger Seating Recline
Extreme Terrain Snorkel Kit
Dirty Dog Cargo Netting
Rugged Ridge Hood Latches
Cobra 75 CB with Fire Stick
Pro Comp 17" 7069 4.75BS
Mickey Ts MTZ 35" x 12.5" 17" (Going to 37's)
I'm sure there's a few items missing here, however I'll try and update it as I go along.
***Current Jobs Being Completed (May):
- Line-X front bumper as the powder coat has came off.
- Transmission fluid needs to be changed
- Poison Spyder Side Armour going in for Line-X
- POR15 the undercarriage (Paint Over Rust)
- Coolant Change Out
- Need to check my toe-in
- Check Axle U-Joints
***Purchasing within the next month (May early June):
17" Beadlocks (Still Deciding ATX Slabs or Spyderlocks)
37" x 13.5" x 17" STTs
New Coil Springs: Most likely RK3.5" or TF 4"
Custom Rear Gas Tank Holder and Mount
Drag Link Flip Kit (supplier not decided)
Evap Skid Plate (Evo or PSC)
Rear Dana44 Truss (TMR Customs or Arctec)
***Things I need to get ASAP:
- Lockers preferably ARB (Want Rears for the Summer)
- Tie Rod (Synergy)
- Upgraded power steering or Fox ATS Steering Stabilizer for now
- Sliders / Side Steps..most likely Poison Spyder
*** Note, my jeep is a weekend warrior and my daily driver. It takes me to the cottage, hunting camp and a few off-road trails with some of the jeep clubs around the area. My goal is to make the Destroyer an only summer driven vehicle as the salty winters are pretty rough, and to upgrade to 40s on wontons in the near future.
I'm going to apologize in advance as I'm going to be all over the ice with this build thread, however I'll do my best to stay on topic of each install or item purchased.
Thanks in advance for your views and or follows.
Sent from my iPad using WAYALIFE mobile app
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