anthrax323
NAXJA Forum User
- Location
- San Antonio, TX
Hey everyone,
So I've been doing some reading on various projects and mods people have documented here, and I think I've finally come up with a game plan for my build... Please feel free to give input, as I'm still by no means an expert (but eager to learn).
The general goal here is an all-conditions, all-purpose daily driver and trail rig (no outright rock crawling though - I want to preserve the sheet metal on this one). Good road manners are absolutely key here as well... I prefer that my cars be pleasant to drive .
*grin*
So I've been doing some reading on various projects and mods people have documented here, and I think I've finally come up with a game plan for my build... Please feel free to give input, as I'm still by no means an expert (but eager to learn).
The general goal here is an all-conditions, all-purpose daily driver and trail rig (no outright rock crawling though - I want to preserve the sheet metal on this one). Good road manners are absolutely key here as well... I prefer that my cars be pleasant to drive .
- Rubicon Express 3.5" Super-Ride lift w/ long-arm conversion
I'm sure this will be an interesting conversation all its own, but I would like this thing to be "overengineered" to a certain extent and absolutely bullet-proof (I really don't want to mess with the control arms ever again after doing the lift, honestly). Additionally, the long-arm conversion would give me far more flexibility for additional lift later.
The added benefit of the RE crossmember is decent protection for the transfer case, which brings me to... - NV242 swap
I know the pros and cons of the NP231 and NV242, as it's a pretty hot topic of debate apparently, but I personally would like full-time 4WD at my disposal. The SYE options for this case are limited, I know, but when it comes time to get the ball rolling I'll be ready to tackle that obstacle (I'd like to avoid a hack-and-tap setup, so I know this might get pricey).
A question here as well - are the NV242 cases uniform in terms of mounting points and selector location? If possible, I'd like to put in an NV242 HD from a Durango... - WJ front brake swap
I want as much stopping power as possible while still retaining the ability to use Mopar factory (and compatible) parts. - KJ rear disc brake swap
More braking power is always good... Awesome write-up here. - Eaton/Detroit TrueTrac differentials, front and rear, 4.10 gears
I don't think I'm ever going to put myself in a situation where I need full lockers (and don't want to deal with the installation to be quite honest), and from my understanding they come pretty close to fully locked with a bit of brake preloading... Is this true?
I already have a 29-spline 8.25" in the rear, so I don't feel too compelled to pursue any kind of rear axle swap.
- RigidCo FbW front bumper
I don't think I really need to explain this one (winch advice would be great though, especially if there are good values to be had in the used/second-hand market). - Hanson rear bumper and tire carrier
This is 100% dependent upon whether or not the integrated 2" receiver is also rated for towing (I can't find anything confirming it is, so I'm guessing it's probably not). I want to be able to tow with this rig, but don't like how low the factory hitch sits.
*grin*