The Non-Rubicon Jl & JLU Thread

[NO51]

Installed LOD rock sliders

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[Bswen]

The standard speakers make my hard top rattle... I can't imagine adding a sub-woofer would make it any more pleasant.

You dont even know Sean, it's awesome... haha I never had a nice car in high school on up through my early 20s when everyone was bumping. Im listening to all the old high school hip hop and heavy metal that I used to listen to just to feel it in my own vehicle this time! I turn the bass up to about 4, treble up to 1 and then blast it! I kinda feel dumb when I pull up to some old lady and she gives me a dirty look but whatever! Im 18 again!

 

[Bswen]

Installed LOD rock sliders

Those look good!

 

[Sean L]

You dont even know Sean, it's awesome... haha I never had a nice car in high school on up through my early 20s when everyone was bumping. Im listening to all the old high school hip hop and heavy metal that I used to listen to just to feel it in my own vehicle this time! I turn the bass up to about 4, treble up to 1 and then blast it! I kinda feel dumb when I pull up to some old lady and she gives me a dirty look but whatever! Im 18 again!

It might actually work out better with the soft top. Anyone got the upgraded system and the soft top in here?

 

[PavementWarrior]

Those look good!

wish there was a 2 door version

 

[BoisetheCat]

I've made two minor mods to my JLUS to date. I added the MagnaFlow axle back exhaust system which I absolutely love and I replaced the stock radio antenna with a 6" stubby. Since my radio listening is exclusively from SiriusXM these days, I'm not concerned about any reception issues the stubby may/probably produce. For those who may be interested, the MagnaFlow exhaust differs from stock in that it is slightly louder than stock and a good deal deeper in tone. I think it looks really great on the rear of the Jeep, too!

looks great. any MPG gains with the MF ?

 

[Nomad]

Anyone here who didn't get the Alpine System and regret it? I'm debating on whether its worth it or not. I'm not huge on blasting the music but for those warm summer days without the top, will the standard sound system be enough?

I don't have mine yet but I got the Alpine. From what the other replies are, I'm glad I did!

 

[XTrooper]

looks great. any MPG gains with the MF ?

Thanks!
Sorry, but I can't answer the mpg question because I only had a couple hundred miles on the odometer when I installed the exhaust system and we went on our first trip with the Jeep post-MF installation so I really don't have anything to compare with my current mpg. It certainly didn't hurt my mileage because I'm getting what I consider quite good gas mileage from the Jeep.

 

[Stuweeks]

I've made two minor mods to my JLUS to date. I added the MagnaFlow axle back exhaust system which I absolutely love and I replaced the stock radio antenna with a 6" stubby. Since my radio listening is exclusively from SiriusXM these days, I'm not concerned about any reception issues the stubby may/probably produce. For those who may be interested, the MagnaFlow exhaust differs from stock in that it is slightly louder than stock and a good deal deeper in tone. I think it looks really great on the rear of the Jeep, too!

I just installed my magnaflow axelback and couldn’t quite get the pipe all the way to so the bolts went into the notch. Did you hvar the same problem? Is this an issue?

 

[XTrooper]

I just installed my magnaflow axelback and couldn’t quite get the pipe all the way to so the bolts went into the notch. Did you hvar the same problem? Is this an issue?

It was DEFINITELY an issue for me. I had to rent a pipe expander. As you've discovered, the pipe meant to fit onto the factory pipe is too small in diameter to slip right on. Without a pipe expander, there was no way mine was ever going to slip onto the factory pipe. Actually, I couldn't even get mine started let alone back far enough for the notch to get to the alignment bolt. You can either rent an expander from an auto parts store (I went to Advance Auto) or you can ask a local muffler shop to expand it for you.

 

[viper88]

Is that 900 setup water proof/resistant?

You also get the larger screen, off road pages, etc... with the adder...

Plus all the integration.

 

[Romato131]

Sport S here

Lift, Wheels, and Tires so far.

Other minor upgrades are front window tint, mopar handles, floor mats, door sill protectors, and debadged the sides (haven't taken pictures since then).

What size lift and size tire you go with love that set up looks real good

 

[Matthew/E36]

It might actually work out better with the soft top. Anyone got the upgraded system and the soft top in here?

I have dual top with upgraded audio and didn't encounter the rattle. I haven't listened at 11 though either. Sound is noticeably better, but you could upgrade stock for better sound. The upgraded sub is definitely noticeable, but a couple minor points. 1. Wish they added seperate sub gain in the menu for it. 2. It isn't going to thump like a relatively cheap aftermarket amp with a nice (read volume) enclosure.

I'm totally happy with it though...plenty for me and the younger kids, haha!

(JLUR driver sneaking back out)

 

[Matthew/E36]

I love sound and looked seriously at the Alpine.. For 1400 bucks? Uhhhh no. I went base set up. For $900 I'll get a JL sub/amp combo and some Infinity components and won't look back... Here's my Tacoma and it destroys that alpine for less..

I've got the upgraded system. The bigger screen is nice, it's all clean in the back and stock looking which is good.

But yes for the money, you could get improved DIY sound similar to what you show that could outperform the alpine. Add some front/mid upgrades too. Although with that setup even a little more volume in that enclosure would make a world of difference in the sound quality. (I know space is premium there and in the wrangler though). I'd bet even that tight enclosure may beat the upgraded audio system, although you can't beat physics (enclosure volume) to get good sound, that speaker/amp/crossover probably does quite well.

 

[Sean L]

I have dual top with upgraded audio and didn't encounter the rattle. I haven't listened at 11 though either. Sound is noticeably better, but you could upgrade stock for better sound. The upgraded sub is definitely noticeable, but a couple minor points. 1. Wish they added seperate sub gain in the menu for it. 2. It isn't going to thump like a relatively cheap aftermarket amp with a nice (read volume) enclosure.

I'm totally happy with it though...plenty for me and the younger kids, haha!

(JLUR driver sneaking back out)

lol, but wouldn't it still make my hard top rattle? That's the problem I'm having even, with the standard system.

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