Is This How to Build a Jeep??
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- Опубліковано 6 сер 2023
- One of the great things about the #jeep #wrangler is how customizable they are. There are many ways to build your Jeep, but is this the best way??
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Build Wise:
The TJ is the best generation of Jeep with its classic military rugged, utilitarian looks and stance, and the off-road prowess of its MB grandfather, only the TJ is far better. There's nothing like the military 2 door, short wheelbase from '41 - '06. Add in the coil suspension, you have the best and most fun Jeep ever built in the TJ.
I thought about a 3" lift w/ 33's but fortunately very early on getting into off roading Jeeps, many told me, their TJ became very sluggish going from just 32's to 33's in addition to a domino effect of needing additional expensive parts. And I'm glad I listened! Because I drove a TJ with this set up and it didn't have that excellent low-end torque and was very slow off the line. And most of them returned to 32's while some fell for the aftermarket bait, very expensive bait.
I get many who want to know what the perfect build is. Which is not easy to answer because everyone does different things with their Jeep.
But I would like to share mine since my '05 TJ Rocky Mtn drives and handles absolutely amazing on and off-road.
Keep in mind, I am NOT a rock crawler, I'm an adventurer who takes the family beach wheelin, beach camping, surf fishing, and we hit fun, moderate trails in the fall and winter getting to our favorite fishing holes and camp sites. Which is why the build is for what's near and for what we do, nothing was put on this TJ unnecessarily for show. I see too many "spotless Jeeps" with 33's - 38's.
As long as you have good off-road instincts and common sense, a modest, high-quality build will allow you and your family to have a lot of fun!
All in, I'm at $29k with my '05 TJ Rocky Mtn. And I can honestly say build wise, I'm done!! I might Raptor line it since the TJ has a few rough paint spots and won't ever have to worry about off road pinstriping again. The best part is, this TJ not only keeps up, but outperforms a lot of these $45k - $95k JK's & JL' s. Due in part to people's inexperience and just "over building". The '05 TJ has a modest build, yet is extremely capable, durable and best of all, affordable. And you don't need a 2nd vehicle or rental to take that long out of state trip anymore because this build affords you excellent on road manners too besides being an off-road animal.
I encourage any Jeeper to search for a rust-free TJ 4.0 I6, preferably stock, 3.73's w/ LSD and a Dana 44. The later '04 - '06 models have the 4 speed auto trans that are far better than the earlier 3 speed. Instead of 3,000+ rpm's at 65mph - 70mph, you're at 1,800 - 2,200 rpm's. Just a much better, higher quality transmission. And to use my build as a "guide". Although I highly recommend this build for anyone who is an adventurer, not a rock crawler. Best of all, it will eliminate you from chasing your tail, and the aftermarket will have one less "just empty every pocket" victim out there!
It was a lot of trial and error, but it has been well worth it.
2" Old Man Emu coils
32" KO2's or 32" BFG MT's
Quadratec Baja alloy rims - perfect backspacing - no rub!
Currectlync steering
Freedom Off Road front adj track bar
Napa Heavy Duty gearbox - very stout!
M.O.R.E gearbox brace
JKS quick disconnects
PPR Industries 32 Teeth Speedomoter Gear - if you have 3.73 gears and 32" tires
Freedom Off Road front lower Adjustable control arms
The rest are Fixed Detroit Axles
Transfer case drop kit
Fox 2.0 Shox
Fox steering stabilizer
Professional 4x4 shop to do the alignment
*If you have an '05 or '06 TJ, I highly encourage getting a Wranglerfix.com PCM. These 2 years are notorious for having erratic shift point and "so-called trans issues". Keep in mind, the 42RLE auto trans is actually very good, it's the lousy Chrysler pcm's that have given them a bad rap. Since installing this Wranglerfix pcm, it's like having a new TJ out of the showroom, excellent, smooth shift points and very nice acceleration now with no goofy, unwarranted codes. Thank God, because replacing a trans is something no one wants to do. Coupled with the best engine ever put in any Jeep, the 4.0L I6, and you have one of the best TJ's out there.
Since doing this, I have had the best experience with any vehicle I've ever had.
Staying with 32's allows us Jeepers to maintain that great low-end torque, saves us a lot of money on unnecessary aftermarket parts and still be able to wheel most anywhere. It's the best of all worlds!
One of my favorite mods was added a Banks cat back exhaust giving it a throaty growl, but not obnoxiously loud. Absolutely perfect for the 4.0 I6.
I might add front and rear ARB lockers and 32" BFG Mud Terrains if the family moves to a place with trails, but for now this is perfect for OBX beach wheelin', beach camping, surf fishing, fresh water fishing and camping. 😎🏖🌊🎣🏕🏞🐟
Most importantly, be honest with yourself, build your TJ for what you will be using it for. And know YOU CAN do great trails and much more with just a 2" lift and 32" ko2's or MT's!
DO NOT let the aftermarket pushers fool or shame you into thinking you "need" 33" - 40" tires and a 5" lift to wheel. That's 🦬💩! They know full well, once they get you at 33's, it's a freaking cash cow for them! Because you just embarked on their multi thousand dollar build conveyor belt. And it's 100% unnecessary for moderate wheelin'! Your axles, drive train, drive shafts, engine, gearing and a host of a lot of other stuff now "needs" to be upgraded. The aftermarket pushers feast on naive people. Don't be that guy! Like cereal companies saying breakfast is the most important meal of the day, the aftermarket will continue to take advantage of the misinformed.
Thanks for reading this, my intention is to help as many Jeepers as possible, and to assist with avoiding making the mistakes I did.
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🇺🇲Only in a 2 Dr🇺🇸
'41- '06
TJ for the win !
Hey pal! Prolly little late but better late than never lol
How about one of them cool badges😃👊🏼
DM me on IG @advrob I’ll ship ya one 😁👍
I know that Jeep glad it’s working out !! So many adds way more than what I had on it!!!!
Awesome jeep. Sure would like a patch 😊
Dm me on IG at @advrob and I’ll ship ya one out 👍
already subscribed , enjoy all the videos ...I like to have a patch. I love my Jeep Tj as well and I agree the less electrical technology the better
Send me a dm on IG with your address. I’d love to send ya a patch 👍
Love the TJ. I'll take a patch!
DM me on IG @advrob we’ll figure out the best way to get you a patch 😁👍
Love the tj buddy!
I’m a simple man 🤷🏻♂️😁 thanks! 👊
Great video, and I absolutely love the build. My wife and I are looking to do something similar. I’d love to get any more details on the build you’d be willing to share.
Thanks! Sure I’m happy to share. Ask away 👍
What all have you done to the suspension and underside? Such as which kit, and additional pieces, gearing, axles, lockers, etc. Are the wheels 10” wide?
As far suspension, that’s a teraflex 3 inch kit. (With arms and shocks). I’ve been running teraflex stuff for years now. The reason I love there stuff is that ive never had a tech issue or fail, but they have focused on jeep only for so long they have really mastered bolt on component. Great fitment and angles. From there though, I try to keep as much as possible OEM. The more OEM the reliability long term. The factory axels are fine for overland style wheeling and I might swap the gears out to 4.88s because I do think they will be better, but as of now they are the factory 3.73s and it does great. 33x12.5s on a 15 inch wheel 👌👌👌
Thank you so much! Great looking Jeep. Best looking TJ in our opinion. Hits the perfect balance of stock and upgraded, without looking gaudy or anything.
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Love the minimalist look of your build. Can you tell me What soft top mesh and foam roll bar covers you are using?
Yup. I know it won’t last for ever, but right now they are both factory. When the roll bar covers are done I’ll find some aftermarket ones, but the top I’m going to try and keep going with the factory one. It looks the best and even though aftermarket stuff uses the same material it seems like they just don’t last like the factory tops do
AND…THANKS!
@@exoapothat mesh sunshade on the top is tan isIs that what you are mentioning is OEM or aftermarket bikini top?
Ahh…sorry about that. Thought ya meant the soft top :). That mesh to is made by spiderweb shade
Am I to late for a patch? Great video!!
Nope. If you dm me on instagram @advrob we can ship ya one out 👍
Cool video. The TJ is the last true and greatest generation of Jeep. Any Jeeper worth his salt knows this. I have an '05 TJ Rocky Mtn with the 4.0L I6, 3.73's, lsd and a Dana 44. Build exactly for what's nearby, beach and moderate trail wheelin'. Nothing on it for show. There are more challenging trails but have to travel several hours to hit them. I don't need 33's - 40's to wheel, if you have any skill and common sense, 2" Old Man Emu coils with 32" ko2's or MT's get the job done. I'm an adventurer, not a rock crawler. Rock crawling is like watching paint dry. Mostly knuckleheads destroying their axles, drive shafts and flipping their rigs! Absolutely asinine. Give me a fun trail to hit a good fishing spot with a good camp site or beach wheelin' for great surf fishing and beach camping any day.
Incidentally, Brad from Trail•Recon could pass for Don Knotts' son. I respect his wife and son more for their TJ and 2 dr JL Rubicon than all of his 4 dr limos that haul every possession he has on the trail. Men are minimalists or at least were when I was growing up. Today we're a very rare breed.
I am NOT a fan of any 4 dr limo heep, these are pavement princesses rolling around in an aftermarket parts catalog. I cannot stand the site of these fugly, goofy 4 dr buses. The jk and jl are geared towards a soft demographic, soccer moms or pruis people that need all the bells and whistles of a luxury suv, never meant for any pre Wranglers and Wranglers! To make matters worse, the jk=just kidding generation ushered in plastic grills, plastic bumpers and that 3.8 mini van engine. The jl is more like an escalade, every fluff pansy bell and whistle, that's not what a Jeeps is!
Our TJ's have steel grills, steel bumpers, manual crank windows and manual locks. No unnecessary power fluff nonsense. Honestly, even though I respect and only see the LJ as the only true unlimited, it's awkward and goofy looking and I'm not too keen on it. I much prefer the TJ with its military short wheel base!
A Jeep is a 2 door, rugged utilitarian vehicle, short wheel base, are nimble, (not a bus) allowing for better off roading in tight spots like an MB. If it doesn't honor the military Bantam and Willys MB configuration, it's not a Jeep. Like the spare tire cover says, There's Only One!
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🇺🇸 Only in a 2 Dr 🇺🇸
'41 - '06
Best comment on our channel so far! Thanks for watching 👍
@@exoapo Much appreciated, that's how I see it and always will.
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Died: 2006
Great video! What do you recommend is the perfect set up for a 98 TJ with a 2.5L, manual transmission, without having to re-gear? I obviously can't afford to lose much power. But would still like to give it a more aggressive appearance. I’ll basically never be doing much off roading. More of a daily driver/beach cruiser.
Would a 2.5 inch lift with 32's be good enough?
Thanks for the awesome vid!
That’s exactly what I would do. Also make sure it’s a light tire (some are lighter than others) maybe a bfg ko2 a/t. thanks for watching and the comment 👍
Awesome man thank you! My goal is to get my Jeep looking as close to yours as possible. I love the simplicity of it. No need for all the extras that people install nowadays. Jeeps were never meant to be ultra flashy. Thanks again for an awesome vid!
Hey can I have a patch
Yup. DM me on instagram @advrob and I’ll get your address and ship one out 👍
Can I have a patch!!
You absolutely can have a patch 😁👍