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[Antman16 4]

Last things- I installed a light in the cargo area. Works awesome- it's switched in the center of the light.
Also made a control panel for the USB chargers, the compressor switch, a voltmeter/battery% meter and the fill valve for the airbags.
Happy modding everyone!

 

[El Chorizo131 87]

I moved the compressor to the back- it's easier on it away from the engine heat and I can't really reach that cubby with the fridge in there. I can fit some additional airline behind the compressor in the black bag. That way I can reach trailer tires while towing if need be. Everything tucks into the rear cubby neatly.

Nice, I like that set up. I've kind of wanted to add a tire changing depot on my Jeep. Something where I have all the tools I need in the back neatly organized to help someone change a tire on the side of the road.

 

[El Chorizo131 87]

Last things- I installed a light in the cargo area. Works awesome- it's switched in the center of the light.
Also made a control panel for the USB chargers, the compressor switch, a voltmeter/battery% meter and the fill valve for the airbags.
Happy modding everyone!

Damn, you stay busy!

 

[Antman16 4]

Damn, you stay busy!

lol, yes I do.
We need more people on here posting fun stuff! Cmon people!

 

[El Chorizo131 87]

lol, yes I do.
We need more people on here posting fun stuff! Cmon people!

Yah, I feel the same. I'm advertising it everywhere I can think of. Posting links on FB and Reddit...

 

[Antman16 4]

Added an underhood light with a switch.

 

[El Chorizo131 87]

Looking good as usual!

 

[supersix]

Added an underhood light with a switch.

Handy mod! What's next?

 

[Antman16 4]

Handy mod! What's next?

lol I already added a second one ha! To even it out.

Idk I always feel the need to be doing something.

 

[Antman16 4]

Between last night and this morning I installed the Jsport 1.5" lift!

Nice quality- you definitely get what you pay for- as it's a decent investment.
THIS is how it should have come from the factory (hello 2027, lol)
Rides great no creaks or rattles. I gotta say, getting the lower ball joint back into the upright took me like 2 hours- I guess that's why they recommend professional installation- ha!. I did the other front side without removing it. That involved a spring compressor, ratchet strap and I custom bent and ground an old 14mm wrench to tighten the top hat nuts. I don't follow conventional anything, ha!

Pics do not do it justice. I'm very happy.

 

[El Chorizo131 87]

Between last night and this morning I installed the Jsport 1.5" lift!

Nice quality- you definitely get what you pay for- as it's a decent investment.
THIS is how it should have come from the factory (hello 2027, lol)
Rides great no creaks or rattles. I gotta say, getting the lower ball joint back into the upright took me like 2 hours- I guess that's why they recommend professional installation- ha!. I did the other front side without removing it. That involved a spring compressor, ratchet strap and I custom bent and ground an old 14mm wrench to tighten the top hat nuts. I don't follow conventional anything, ha!

Pics do not do it justice. I'm very happy.

Man you never stop, always going! Like a TrailSport Shark!

 

[Antman16 4]

Haha. Thanks.

 

[Steve]

Between last night and this morning I installed the Jsport 1.5" lift!

Nice quality- you definitely get what you pay for- as it's a decent investment.
THIS is how it should have come from the factory (hello 2027, lol)
Rides great no creaks or rattles. I gotta say, getting the lower ball joint back into the upright took me like 2 hours- I guess that's why they recommend professional installation- ha!. I did the other front side without removing it. That involved a spring compressor, ratchet strap and I custom bent and ground an old 14mm wrench to tighten the top hat nuts. I don't follow conventional anything, ha!

Pics do not do it justice. I'm very happy.

Nice job! I give you a lot of credit for tackling this yourself. Have you had the wheels aligned? Highly recommended.

 

[Antman16 4]

Nice job! I give you a lot of credit for tackling this yourself. Have you had the wheels aligned? Highly recommended.

Thanks! I think your picture inspired me for the lift, weren't you the one on Jsports site?
I have done probably 10 lifts from spacers to full on ICON uniball high end stuff. This one definitely had some challenges, but if I had a helper it would have been much better. I actually called my daughter into the garage at 1 am to help, needed some hands!
I need the alignment- gonna be probably a week before I can get there though.

 

[supersix]

That lift looks great! Nice work!

 

[Steve]

Thanks! I think your picture inspired me for the lift, weren't you the one on Jsports site?
I have done probably 10 lifts from spacers to full on ICON uniball high end stuff. This one definitely had some challenges, but if I had a helper it would have been much better. I actually called my daughter into the garage at 1 am to help, needed some hands!
I need the alignment- gonna be probably a week before I can get there though.

The picture might have been from me to Jsport -- it's on their site with the offering. Nice to know I had something to do with your decision and even better to see how happy you seem with the results. Pictures look great.

My mechanic didn't think it needed alignment when he test drove it -- said it ran perfectly. I pushed the issue and then he came back with "yeah, it was really out of alignment." Jsport recommends alignment strongly. I know you're going to have it done -- this is not your first rodeo. ;-D

 

[Antman16 4]

I Installed a President Bill CB. I've had great experiences with President products. This little guy should be just fine for the trails or trips.
I bought the combo with a Virginia F antenna. I didn't want a big whip or fiberglass unit on this vehicle. It's a magnetic mount so easy peasy.
The cable is about 2 ft too short, lol, I'm waiting on an extension to finish and test it out. As a package deal though- it's supposed to be good to go.
The Unit is mounted with Velcro- I spaced the rear mount so it's on a slight angle to get a better screen view from the drivers seat.
Then, I didn't like the wire showing so I made a pass-thru with grommets. I seem to like drilling holes in Expensive plastic pieces. Ha!