What did you do WITH your Jeep today.

[johnparjr]

Out and about again

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[Ghuzz]

Sounds like a great trip. What kind of damage did you get?

both back wheels gouged, scraps on my sliders and a dent in the rear right fender fairing from a side by side that slide into me.

 

[mikej]

Out and about again

Where is this? Looks pretty cool, especially the bridge and waterfalls.

 

[walweb]

What is backspace on your wheels? I’m getting all eight rk arms on Tuesday, my backspace is 4.5” hopefully I’m not gonna rub.

I'm not sure, they are the Mopar 17" Beadlock wheels, I'll have to check and get back with you.
I read in another post that I can adjust the stops so the tires don't make contact with the arms. I will probably try this first.
The jeep turns plenty sharp so I don't think adjusting the stops will be too detrimental.
Alan

 

[Brian0128]

both back wheels gouged, scraps on my sliders and a dent in the rear right fender fairing from a side by side that slide into me.

The only one that would bother me would be the side x side that slid into the fender. Either way it’s a badge from the trail which is better than getting signed up by a grocery cart!

 

[walweb]

I'm not sure, they are the Mopar 17" Beadlock wheels, I'll have to check and get back with you.
I read in another post that I can adjust the stops so the tires don't make contact with the arms. I will probably try this first.
The jeep turns plenty sharp so I don't think adjusting the stops will be too detrimental.
Alan

I just checked (on-line) and it looks like they are 4.4" or 12mm backspacing.

 

[Martindfletcher]

Rock Krawler 2.5 X Factor.
I did my first test drive today, everything seems good, although the front wheels rub lower front control arm at full turn.
This is a bit disappointing as I live on a dirt road and wasn't wanting to put wheel spacers on...

I have the same lift with 1 3/4 spacers with 37’s 12.5 and stick wheels, the rub a little but it much.

Trust me it’s worth it, the RK stuff is much bigger diameter.

 

[Ghuzz]

The only one that would bother me would be the side x side that slid into the fender. Either way it’s a badge from the trail which is better than getting signed up by a grocery cart!

Very true! All of it was minor and a learning experience too!

 

[ssangyongs]

Took out the bumper full width extension. Now with the stubby look. Noticable stronger wind noise at cruising speed

 

[MojoHanky]

Hit the beach today for a little pretend fishing on the Delaware shore. My sons thought it would be fun to try dipping their toes in the 41F water and stopped once their feet were numb (about two minutes):

 

[MountainGurl]

Finally got my Rubi onto the dirt with the Desert Wranglers today! Beginner’s run to Kodachrome, Lava Butte and Rainbow Gardens.

 

[TrailTorque]

Went to mars

Dude that’s awesome! Nice photos!

I bet Elon Musk is going to be pissed!

 

[walweb]

I have the same lift with 1 3/4 spacers with 37’s 12.5 and stick wheels, the rub a little but it much.

Trust me it’s worth it, the RK stuff is much bigger diameter.

Yeah, after driving it a little (still only has 71 miles on it ) I don't think the rubbing is severe enough to worry about.
as mentioned before i can possibly adjust the stops (assuming this front axle has them) to keep from rubbing.
Hopefully Expedition One gets my (missing) parts here tomorrow so I can finish this build.
BTW
We put the Besttop Sunrider on yesterday, it was very easy to install, fits great with no leaks after running thru the car wash. I think we are really going to like that top a lot...

 

[Rebacon]

Got out to Moab and started the trip on Hells Revenge

 

[nerubi]

On vacation in the northwest and checked out some forest trails.

Second picture I startled an elk that jumped out in front of me and ran down the road. She was out of sight quick, before I could get my camera up.

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