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Aaron
July 10th, 2010, 07:23 PM
We're downsizing a bit so we are getting rid of my truck and camper. Today we traded in my truck on this. This now gives us the option of dropping the old Jeep. Not sure if we will. I might be a Dr Old Unit for a while with the old Heap and the new Heap!
Roostercruiser
July 10th, 2010, 08:29 PM
purdy.
Rob
July 10th, 2010, 08:30 PM
Wow! That's downsizing? Or maybe rightsizing?

Is that fresh off the lot, Aaron? Nice. :thunb:
Aaron
July 10th, 2010, 08:49 PM
Well, it's a lower payment than the truck was and when we sell the camper, we'll be down another payment. Downsizing payments. That's what it is.

It's a 2007 so it's not new, but is new to me.
Chris
July 10th, 2010, 09:49 PM
Nice Aaron but it needs some pinstripes!
Aaron
July 10th, 2010, 10:12 PM
It won't be long.
1freaky1
July 11th, 2010, 01:35 AM
Nice looking new ride Aaron, what features does it have, lockers?
KnuckleHead
July 11th, 2010, 03:48 AM
Nice, I like those 4 doors...
Aaron
July 11th, 2010, 07:01 AM
Nice looking new ride Aaron, what features does it have, lockers?

It's got most of the bells and whistles. Front and rear electric lockers, sway bar disconnects, 4:1 transfer case, sits an inch or 2 higher than non-Rubicon JKs (although it still seems pretty low), hard and soft top, etc.

A small lift, 35s and an engine skid are the mods for the near term. Although near term might mean winter. I need to refil some coffers.
Pathrat
July 12th, 2010, 10:00 PM
Really nice ride! But it is too pretty to call "new heap" just yet. :)
Funrover
July 16th, 2010, 08:18 PM
Nice new rig!
cfr
July 16th, 2010, 08:42 PM
It's a 2007 so it's not new, but is new to me.

Automatic or manual transmission? Dual tops or hard top only? Did the previous owner do any mods?
Aaron
July 16th, 2010, 11:13 PM
Manual, dual tops, a winch is about all I can find for mods. 3" and 35s are in the not too distant future.
Rob
July 16th, 2010, 11:39 PM
Manual

:thunb:
cfr
July 17th, 2010, 12:09 AM
Manual, dual tops, a winch is about all I can find for mods. 3" and 35s are in the not too distant future.

Having just gone through lifting a JK for 35's... You can do 35s with a budget boost or with minimal lift depending on your goals. Look for the posts by "planman" and the FAQs on jk-forum.com (and ignore the politics; that's the best site I've seen for JK info).
Aaron
July 17th, 2010, 07:34 AM
Altitude is the thing that scares me so far on this rig. Give the longer wheelbase, I'd like to get some rock clearing air under it. I don't do crazy trails but I think rubbing rocks will be the norm till I get some ground clearance. maybe I am being paranoid.

So, with just spacers, there won't be any extra flex, right? I have't really see what kind of flex this thing has already but I'm guess I'll spend a few extra bucks and get a kit with springs and shocks so i can keep all the wheels on the ground. Research is in order though and suggestions are welcome !!
Rmart74
March 8th, 2011, 03:52 PM
Low ride it, and make it hop! :D
Aaron
March 8th, 2011, 03:55 PM
It's a bit taller now :) Hopefully not too much hopping.
Robert B
March 8th, 2011, 05:52 PM
just imagine this one id red and says rubicon
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hWv8RQZl0Eg
Rmart74
March 8th, 2011, 07:10 PM
Hahahaha. That's what I am talking about!!!! Aaron, make the necessary modifications to get your jeep dancing up on the China Wall!!!! :D
4finger
March 8th, 2011, 07:20 PM
i want that cool jacket in the video.

thats a pretty sharp looking jeep ya got there Aaron!!!!