JL JOURNAL : EVO JL Long Arm Suspension Installation - S#!T JUST GOT REAL / PART 1

[wayoflife]

I really enjoyed the photo updates but this video was awesome! Can't wait for part two......etc

LOL - awesome, so glad to hear it

Great! A 2 parter??? Another day of lonely exploring! [emoji23][emoji1589]

Sorry my friend, it's what happens when we've been on the road for as long as we have. As soon as we get back, it's crunch time! :crazyeyes:

I may be running the same setup, but I definitely do not have those welds. Never thought I would find so much want in a bead.

Too funny. Them are some serious beads for sure. :crazyeyes:

 

[Abntroop]

It’s all good [emoji6]just keep an eye out while you are editing for a holler if I finally get myself stuck [emoji23] had one close call today off chamber sliding in sand. Had to air down further than I cared to without beadlocks and thank god for lockers. Would’ve been easier with a set of maxtrax. Makes for an interesting “well shit, how’m I gonna do this” when you don’t have the luxury of being surrounded by all the trees you could want to winch off of. Had this hovering in the back of my mind [emoji23][emoji23] View attachment 329255


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[pop2tu]

Can’t believe how easy they made part one look. You can tell they have done it a few times. One day to have all the long arms installed. Great video thanks for sharing with us. Very impressive


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[USMC Wrangler]

So sweet! I’m jealous...if you want to ditch your midarms I can meet you at prison hill

If “mid-arms” on a JL are anything like a JK, I’m sure Eddie and Cindy stayed away from them. They suck, lead to frustration and spending more money to un-do it. Ask me how I know. [emoji20]

 

[pop2tu]

Can’t believe how easy they made part one look. You can tell they have done it a few times. One day to have all the long arms installed. Great video thanks for sharing with us. Very impressive


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[WJCO]

So sweet! I’m jealous...if you want to ditch your midarms I can meet you at prison hill

Midarms? I don't think we've ever owned anything silly like that before :crazyeyes:

If “mid-arms” on a JL are anything like a JK, I’m sure Eddie and Cindy stayed away from them. They suck, lead to frustration and spending more money to un-do it. Ask me how I know. [emoji20]

I think 'midarms' are like those penis enlargement spam emails. Someone tries to convince you that by buying it that you magically get a longer item, but in reality, you still pretty much have the same item.

 

[cozdude]

so. Much. Want!! Those guys made some quick work of jet! Also those welds are [emoji91][emoji91]

 

[Edwrds]

I think 'midarms' are like those penis enlargement spam emails. Someone tries to convince you that by buying it that you magically get a longer item, but in reality, you still pretty much have the same item.

You forgot to say ask me how I know. [emoji23]


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[WJCO]

You forgot to say ask me how I know. [emoji23]


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:cheesy: Can't claim that one.

 

[rubiDave]

They made quick work of that. Love watching the pros work. Can't wait for the follow up video flexing the coul overs out.

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[Abntroop]

So, question, I didn’t happen to notice, with that much flex I’m assuming there are no limiting straps? Obviously the brake lines are extended, at those lengths what keeps them from getting caught/snagging/pinched in stuff? Sorry if noob questions, but have never seen a setup like this in person.


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[wayoflife]

It’s all good [emoji6]just keep an eye out while you are editing for a holler if I finally get myself stuck [emoji23] had one close call today off chamber sliding in sand. Had to air down further than I cared to without beadlocks and thank god for lockers. Would’ve been easier with a set of maxtrax. Makes for an interesting “well shit, how’m I gonna do this” when you don’t have the luxury of being surrounded by all the trees you could want to winch off of. Had this hovering in the back of my mind [emoji23][emoji23]

LOL - if you were up in Prison Hill, at least you were within walking distance from help. But, if you were in need of help, let me know and I'd come out... well, assuming I'm home anyway :crazyeyes:

Can’t believe how easy they made part one look. You can tell they have done it a few times. One day to have all the long arms installed. Great video thanks for sharing with us. Very impressive

It's reassuring to have something like this installed by guys who clearly know what they're doing :yup:

so. Much. Want!! Those guys made some quick work of jet! Also those welds are [emoji91][emoji91]

Weld porn for sure :crazyeyes:

They made quick work of that. Love watching the pros work. Can't wait for the follow up video flexing the coul overs out.

We had to cut the flex testing after we found the issue with the front sway bar link ends digging into the sidewalls at a full flex and turn. But, we hope to have that fixed before the end of the week and resume testing soon after

 

[wayoflife]

If “mid-arms” on a JL are anything like a JK, I’m sure Eddie and Cindy stayed away from them. They suck, lead to frustration and spending more money to un-do it. Ask me how I know. [emoji20]

:cheesy: Yup, they're kinda lame in every which way you look at them. Essentially, they're just arms that are about an inch too long and nothing but trouble. :crazyeyes:

I think 'midarms' are like those penis enlargement spam emails. Someone tries to convince you that by buying it that you magically get a longer item, but in reality, you still pretty much have the same item.

You forgot to say ask me how I know. [emoji23]

:cheesy: Can't claim that one.

:cheesy: :cheesy: :cheesy: :cheesy:

So, question, I didn’t happen to notice, with that much flex I’m assuming there are no limiting straps? Obviously the brake lines are extended, at those lengths what keeps them from getting caught/snagging/pinched in stuff? Sorry if noob questions, but have never seen a setup like this in person.

The brake lines are rigid enough that so long as you have them routed out of the way, they should stay out of the way.

 

[benatc1]

Finally got some time to watch this, those guys did some awesome work, definitely a big endeavor. Looking fwd to part 2!

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[Discount Tire]

Eddie,
I know I've said it many times but you and Cindy produce absolutely the best videos. They are not only entertaining but informative.

I loved seeing the EVO guys cutting off the brackets with a cutting torch. It reminded me of watching my grandfather in the 70's in his Auto mechanics shop he built in his back yard across the street from an Oldsmobile factory. He used it for everything.

It's always nice to see Mel, he and his guys do such good amazing work. I can't wait to see the finished product along with the testing videos.

Thanks for bring us along for the lesson in welding as well. That guy has some mad skills laying dimes. Very impressive. :clap2:

 

[wayoflife]

Finally got some time to watch this, those guys did some awesome work, definitely a big endeavor. Looking fwd to part 2!

Oh yeah, those guys at Off Road Evolution are awesome. Hoping to get part 2 done soon

Eddie,
I know I've said it many times but you and Cindy produce absolutely the best videos. They are not only entertaining but informative.

I loved seeing the EVO guys cutting off the brackets with a cutting torch. It reminded me of watching my grandfather in the 70's in his Auto mechanics shop he built in his back yard across the street from an Oldsmobile factory. He used it for everything.

It's always nice to see Mel, he and his guys do such good amazing work. I can't wait to see the finished product along with the testing videos.

Thanks for bring us along for the lesson in welding as well. That guy has some mad skills laying dimes. Very impressive. :clap2:

Thank you, we really do appreciate it. As far as the welding goes, it should be noted that the JL frame is more of a challenge to weld on than the JK. We've seen lots of guys struggle with it but Tommy just knows his stuff. In spite of the issues, he can still stack the dimes

 

[C.N]

So so awesome guys. Congrats.

Thanks for always bringing us the best Jeep content on YouTube!

I can’t remember the last time I rushed home just so I can watch a YouTube video on the big screen. It definitely did not disappoint!

Can’t wait to see what’s to come with the new suspension.


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[Brute]

Another great video...and a lot of film editing...

It's amazing how fast two guys who know what they're doing and have all the tools necessary can bang out a suspension mod...

Looking forward to the coil over install...

 

[Abntroop]

LOL - if you were up in Prison Hill, at least you were within walking distance from help. But, if you were in need of help, let me know and I'd come out... well, assuming I'm home anyway :crazyeyes:

LOL! Thanks! [emoji1303]



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[wayoflife]

So so awesome guys. Congrats.

Thanks for always bringing us the best Jeep content on YouTube!

I can’t remember the last time I rushed home just so I can watch a YouTube video on the big screen. It definitely did not disappoint!

Can’t wait to see what’s to come with the new suspension.

LOL - so glad you enjoyed the video

Another great video...and a lot of film editing...

It's amazing how fast two guys who know what they're doing and have all the tools necessary can bang out a suspension mod...

Looking forward to the coil over install...

Seeing these guys doing their thing definitely helps to instill confidence in the quality of their work. :yup: