My new Rubi, my new build

[mds22]

I got the opportunity to trade my 2014 altitude for a new 2015 and decided to take the deal. Instead of spending the money for Axles/lockers/gears/TC I thought I would rather just get a Rubicon and start over. The D44s and 4.10 should be fine for me since I'm only going with 35s and its my DD(trading the lower ratio that i need 5% of the time, for the lower RPMs 95% of my driving)
Here's a pic of my White Altitude

And he's my new Rubicon

Took on some light trails near where I live and the stock Rubi performs much better than my modded/lifted Altitude on 35s. Lockers over heated seats and remote start any day.

 

[mds22]

This is my first build thread and I'm going to be slow and thought out with my purchases this time around. Re-buying is the most expensive part of mods. Here is my plan of action in order.

Build list-
1) Small mods (hood latch, taillight guards, hood lift, head liner, back-up camera, relocate license plate, LED reverse lights, etc)
2) Leveling kit
3) EVO protec skids
4) EVO rockstar skids
5) Front lower control arm skids
6) PSC brawler light front bumper w/ skid plate
7) flat fenders
8) Nemesis billy rockers sliders
9) Spyder lock beadlocks w/ 35s
10) C-gussets
11) EVO fascia w/ D-ring mounts
12) Currie Tie Rod
13) dynatec diff covers

Wish list for way in the future:
Regear 5:13
37s
EVO tire carrier
EVO long arm DTD

Any thoughts? Anything I'm forgetting? Anything you would skip?

 

[sean.m.adams33]

I might move the c gussets up the list if you're gonna be getting the control arm skids welded too. Not NEEDED with stock wheels and tires but it wouldn't hurt.

 

[mds22]

I might move the c gussets up the list if you're gonna be getting the control arm skids welded too. Not NEEDED with stock wheels and tires but it wouldn't hurt.

Good point. They will be purchased together so they will probably go on together.

 

[mds22]

Got some small mods done.
-Rugged hood latches
-LED reverse lights(very bright)
-Hood lift kit
-Homemade stubby (18") antenna
-taillight guards



It's the little things that make the jeep. LOL

 

[Linebacker]

Good choice for your new ride.:yup: I think the e-lockers and 4.10's are a good compromise for 35's, at least 'til you decide to get more hardcore on the trails.:thumb:

 

[OscarMike2.0]

Looks great! Was your 14 wrapped matte white? I cant tell from the pics.

 

[mds22]

Looks great! Was your 14 wrapped matte white? I cant tell from the pics.

No, it's was bright white. Just dirty. Lol

 

[mds22]

FUEL DOOR- the most over-priced mod I've ever done. I had no idea they were so expensive.

 

[mds22]

Needed to add a hitch to tow my trailer this weekend. Decided to paint that ugly exhaust. Love the difference. Surprised more people doesn't do this. Cost less than $10 for some high heat paint.

 

[CREEPR]

Needed to add a hitch to tow my trailer this weekend. Decided to paint that ugly exhaust. Love the difference. Surprised more people doesn't do this. Cost less than $10 for some high heat paint. View attachment 156858
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Looks good! I just cut mine off after I crimped it on the trails. That was over a year ago and still haven't replaced it.

 

[hhunter050]

Needed to add a hitch to tow my trailer this weekend. Decided to paint that ugly exhaust. Love the difference. Surprised more people doesn't do this. Cost less than $10 for some high heat paint. View attachment 156858
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I've painted mine about 10 times and the paint never stays on.

 

[RoughRider]

Needed to add a hitch to tow my trailer this weekend. Decided to paint that ugly exhaust. Love the difference. Surprised more people doesn't do this. Cost less than $10 for some high heat paint. View attachment 156858
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Did you take it off to paint?

 

[mds22]

Did you take it off to paint?

Nope, just tape and plastic to cover surrounding areas. I did remove the bumper to make it easier, but you don't need to.

 

[jango]

Nice Build so far!! My only suggestion for your build list is to possibly get a skinnier bumper than the brawler lite. Look into PSC's BFH series bumpers. That brawler may start to get in the way if you're doing a lot of wheeling in your future. I have the body armor front bumper and loved it for a long time. Now Im thinking about getting a VKS front bumper or the BFH trail stinger because of how skinny they are and the amazing approach angle. I hate doing things twice and this will be my first.

 

[mds22]

Nice Build so far!! My only suggestion for your build list is to possibly get a skinnier bumper than the brawler lite. Look into PSC's BFH series bumpers. That brawler may start to get in the way if you're doing a lot of wheeling in your future. I have the body armor front bumper and loved it for a long time. Now Im thinking about getting a VKS front bumper or the BFH trail stinger because of how skinny they are and the amazing approach angle. I hate doing things twice and this will be my first.

I did look at that. I picked the brawler lite because I loved the look, and think it will serve my needs. I also debated on the 1/4 pounder, but I think the stinger is a little big for me as my DD.

 

[mds22]

Got Paint happy... Since I'll be using the stock Rubi wheels for the next couple months or so, I decided to paint the inner part black. Looks much better IMO.
Before and after (still not finished)

 

[dillard09]

That's looks good with the black. Great job!

 

[mds22]

That's looks good with the black. Great job!

Thank you sir.

 

[mds22]

Another small mod...

Blacked out my side marker lights. $15 for the nite-shades paint is better than $100 for black LEDs since I'll be going with flat fenders in a little while anyway.