What did you do TO your Jeep JL today?

[IndustrialAction]

Few things. They keep total crud from filling up the crevices - akin to the other rubber inserts in other places throughout the jeep. Also, they absorb moisture from a sweating cup/mug that would otherwise leave “slime” in the cup holders.

They're 3D printed hunks of PLA plastic. What would they absorb? Sorry, I don't see a purpose in having them

 

[JMatt]

When I installed my Metalcloak GC 3.5 lift I followed their instructions as well and my axles were still too far pulled in. Now granted I have a 2dr but still. And no need to take it somewhere for the alignment you can do that by yourself in your garage at home. That guy with a ponytail /Bleepinjeep and others have great how-to videos on YouTube.

I just installed a Gamechanger 3.5" lift as well. Metalcloak's measurements are junk. Horrible junk. Go to Rock Krawler's website and use the dimensions from their JL Mid-Arm instructions.

http://pureperformancegroupinc.com/hosted/directions/JL_ADVENTURE_SERIES_MID (05-19 Rev).pdf

 

[BeachNJeep]

Installed a hood latch lock, locking fuel filler door, soft tonneau cover, smoked LED taillights, and a hidden GPS tracker.

 

[DanNH]

Just add Quadratec 41 gunmetal wheels with stock tires.

Nice wheels. They look the same as the Jeep OEM 2016 75th anniversary wheels

 

[Will]

My wife got her some big girl turs.
Falken Wildpeak AT3W 37x12.50r17D

Next up is a shake down run to pinpoint any rubbing issues.

The Jeep is on a Teraflex 2” spacer lift up front and 1.5” in the rear. Metal Cloak Rock Sport shocks.

 

[jlgolfcart]

Nice wheels. They look the same as the Jeep OEM 2016 75th anniversary wheels

Yes they are but I like the offset better they poke out a little bit

 

[Shawn_1121]

what brand tails are these?

 

[BeachNJeep]

what brand tails are these?

Kiwi Master. Amazon. Direct replacement for the OEM halogen tails. Comes with a resistor so there's no fault code on the dash. Full LED. The black plastic does NOT have the proximity sensor for the blind spot monitor.

 

[Paulocon]

I got the 3.5" - 4" shocks. Metalcloak actually suggests the 4.5" - 6" shocks for even more articulation. But that gives you more downtravel and starts limiting your uptravel. I'd rather hit whoops at higher speeds than have a little more rock clearance.

The ride on road has been amazing!!! Highways the ride and steering is so good it's as easy to drive as any sport sedan out there. You won't think it's a Cadillac mind you, but the ride is awesome. Dirt roads and washboard are also awesome on these shocks. I haven't done any hardcore rock crawling in this build yet.

I would also say that the range of adjustability is huge. You can go from so soft you can't feel cracks and expansion joints on the highway to so firm you'll knock your teeth out. So somewhere in between there's a ride for most anyone. I have a JKUR on ADS shocks which are probably better for pure offroad capability. Lesser known than shock brands like King, but if you want pure offroad performance you should look into them. Made in Tucson, which is where I live half the year, and where I offroad the JKUR.

I hope this is helpful.

Thank you so much for the info...
Have you looked into the fox 3.0? I see they’re only limited to a 3” lift.. but being a 3.0 ibp .. is this the ultimate ride quality shock? Wonder if it’s worth the money.

 

[cptchunk]

Cool mods, I learn so much on here.
what the heck is that thing sticking out of the front media port in the third pic? Some kind of backup cell phone holder to go along with the sweet armrest?

I'm slowly going back through posts, but what CD player is that? It works and is powered from the center console USB ports? Any issues or quirks with it?

 

[jeepingib]

They're 3D printed hunks of PLA plastic. What would they absorb? Sorry, I don't see a purpose in having them

I don't think it's PLA, looks like Ninjaflex. Otherwise I agree.

 

[JEEF]

I'm a bit behind on this thread, so I'm not sure if this has been answered yet, but I replaced the Trail Rated and "Jeep" emblems on my Rubicon as well.

I thought the dark Rubicon emblems looked a bit muddy against the Firecracker Red paint. I think it looks great against most of the other colors though. Plus, I'm going to go against the grain and put something other than black wheels on mine when my stock tires wear out soon and I think the silver will help tie the look together.

I used the Sahara "Jeep" emblems, Mopar P/N: 68292513AB.

They are a polished aluminum looking silver with a dark matte charcoal outline that appears to be the same dark charcoal as the Rubicon grill inserts and the Rubicon lettering on the hood sides, so It looks perfect in my opinion.

For the Trail Rated badge, I used the one from a 2017 JK. It has more of a polished aluminum look that matches the Sahara "Jeep" emblems better. The Trail Rated badge that comes on the Sahara and Sport models is more of a matte silver and doesn't quite match to my eye.

The 2017 JL Trail Rated badge is Mopar P/N: 55157317AB

Also, if you want a "Jeep" emblem that doesn't have any outline, but has the polished aluminum look, you want the one for the JL Sport. I don't have the P/N for that one.

When I replaced my emblems I also removed the "Wrangler Unlimited" decals and when I put the new "Jeep" emblems on, I put them on a little bit lower than they were stock so that they are visually centered with the hinges, now that the "Unlimited" decals are gone.

To help get the emblems on straight, get a long straight edge like a nice straight 1x4 and lay it across the top edges of the bottom door hinges (front & rear) to give you a guide. You can also use that straight edge to put a strip of masking tape on the fender and then line the emblem up against the tape. Take your time and get the tape on straight and then put the emblem on.

Hope this helps.

-Jeff

 

[DanNH]

Yes they are but I like the offset better they poke out a little bit

That’s cool

 

[F9brian]

Installed a hood latch lock, locking fuel filler door, soft tonneau cover, smoked LED taillights, and a hidden GPS tracker.

Looks great! Do you live in a bad neigborhood!?LOL
Are the tailights for the blind spot monitor and if so where did you get them?

 

[BeachNJeep]

Looks great! Do you live in a bad neigborhood!?LOL
Are the tailights for the blind spot monitor and if so where did you get them?

No but I work in a sketchy neighborhood... my coworker got his Honda CR-V stolen on 07/03.
The lights do NOT have the blind spot monitor, it's just a plastic trim piece. Got them on Amazon. Kiwi Master.