The Butters JK Build
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Stotch
Caught the Bug
Time for a Winch!
Well, I got tired of watching craigslist for the perfect used Warn so I picked up this Superwinch Tigershark 9500 lb with synthetic rope for $420. With as little as I'll be using it, it should last me until I can afford a brand new Warn. Who knows maybe I'll get lucky and this one will last as long as I need it!
Her favorite seat in the house when I'm working on the Jeep.
Well, I got tired of watching craigslist for the perfect used Warn so I picked up this Superwinch Tigershark 9500 lb with synthetic rope for $420. With as little as I'll be using it, it should last me until I can afford a brand new Warn. Who knows maybe I'll get lucky and this one will last as long as I need it!
Her favorite seat in the house when I'm working on the Jeep.
swampdog
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I sure hope it works out the way you hope it does, but that logic is pretty foolish and dangerous. You won't need the winch until you really NEED the winch, and I wouldn't put my trust in anything other than a Warn.
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Stotch
Caught the Bug
I hear ya, really I do. I just couldn't swing the extra $400 right now (or $100 for steel) and I'd really like a winch when we drive to NC next week. Gonna hit Windrock on the way with just the wife and I and although there may be people around to lend a tow, I don't want to bet on it.
swampdog
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I got my warm M8000 for $500 after the rebate and couldn't be happier with it so far. Regardless, I hope it works out for ya man.
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Stotch
Caught the Bug
Thanks, me too. I might've done the M8000 for that price, but I couldn't get it this week (more like $590); and the VR isn't much better than the Superwinch.
I can always upgrade later and put up the Superwinch on CL
I'll be sure and share the story for you if this fails catastrophically at the worst time (which it might!) so you can rub it in
WJCO
Meme King
Stotch
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Bahaha! That's great!!
BananaJeep
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Nice Jeep, love the color choice :thumb:
Stotch
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Stotch
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Rear OME 2.25" coils
I put in some new rear coils a couple of days ago:
JKUR/OME
Before, JKUR with coil spacers
After, OME 2.25"
I was hoping it would ride about the same height, but it was about an inch taller. I think they've settled down a little lower now though. I'll have to get another compare picture soon. The ride is a little smoother though. Now I just need some better shocks to pair with it all...
I put in some new rear coils a couple of days ago:
JKUR/OME
Before, JKUR with coil spacers
After, OME 2.25"
I was hoping it would ride about the same height, but it was about an inch taller. I think they've settled down a little lower now though. I'll have to get another compare picture soon. The ride is a little smoother though. Now I just need some better shocks to pair with it all...
jkris
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Clutch
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Stotch
Caught the Bug
Thanks!
Here's after and days after settling:
I think it settled about a 1/2" back down. It still looks pretty level so I'm happy
Clutch
Caught the Bug
Looking at this again, man it looks good! Need some big mud tires next, but no rush, enjoy each step!
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Stotch
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Agreed! Hopefully I'll be able to get the re-gear first, but 35" MTs are up next.
Thanks!
Stotch
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Stabilizer Relocation and Bent Tie Bar
Last time I was out I came down off a ledge a little hard and hit my tie bar and stabilizer. It knocked the end of the tube off my new bilstein, but thankfully it all snapped back together and is working fine. I decided to relocate it above the tie bar now:
Everything is working fine, but after getting a closer look I'm pretty sure my tie bar has a bend in it now :grayno:
Last time I was out I came down off a ledge a little hard and hit my tie bar and stabilizer. It knocked the end of the tube off my new bilstein, but thankfully it all snapped back together and is working fine. I decided to relocate it above the tie bar now:
Everything is working fine, but after getting a closer look I'm pretty sure my tie bar has a bend in it now :grayno: