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PA Jeeps Club Events / Re: Jan Club Ride
« on: January 18, 2013, 05:10:25 pm »
I plan to attend as well. See everyone in the morning!
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PA Jeeps Club Events / Re: December Club Ride
« on: December 15, 2012, 06:32:42 pm »
Rick, I'm really glad you did. I did a lot of research on the kits available, and your recommendation for Clayton was certainly convincing! In addition, I talked with a few shops, and AtoZ was reasonably priced, quick to respond, and came recommended. Although I just dropped it off today, I feel confident that when I pick it up, its going to be done correctly and professionally. I can't wait to do RC once I have the lift on to compare it to no lift. Hope to get 35's on in the not-so-distant-future as well.
PS - Jenn made me send you those pictures!
PS - Jenn made me send you those pictures!
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PA Jeeps Club Events / Re: December Club Ride
« on: December 14, 2012, 06:58:25 pm »
Confirmed that I'll be able to make it! Problem is, I don't know anybody yet, nor what your Jeeps look like. I'll be the guy looking lost in a black, stock TJ Rubicon with a 4' Firestick antenna.
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PA Jeeps Club Events / Re: December Club Ride
« on: December 14, 2012, 09:14:47 am »
I am about 80% sure I can make it at this point. Still trying to iron out a few details with scheduling. As a new member, I look forward to meeting some folks! Rick Bear convinced me to get a Clayton 4" long arm kit on my Jeep, which is going to be installed by A to Z next week. The only advice he failed to give me is how to explain to my wife why I just spend $4k on the Jeep! 
At any rate, if I can make it, I'll be leaving RC at the end of the day and dropping off the Jeep at A to Z.
At any rate, if I can make it, I'll be leaving RC at the end of the day and dropping off the Jeep at A to Z.
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Technical Advice and Questions / Re: Newbie with lift questions!
« on: November 07, 2012, 09:14:31 am »
Colli, thanks for the link. Even tho the pictures have been stripped, the graphic is still there, which helps visualize axle movement.
Rick, thank for the detailed response. I looked into Clayton and Rusty's. Both require welding, which I haven't done since 8th grade shop class!
The Skyjacker lift apparently requires no welding, only slight cutting and some drilling, both of which I can do. I believe BDS also requires no welding.
At this point, I'm thinking I'd prefer to go w/ a long arm kit, as it seems generally agreed upon that it results in a better ride.
Rick, thank for the detailed response. I looked into Clayton and Rusty's. Both require welding, which I haven't done since 8th grade shop class!
The Skyjacker lift apparently requires no welding, only slight cutting and some drilling, both of which I can do. I believe BDS also requires no welding.
At this point, I'm thinking I'd prefer to go w/ a long arm kit, as it seems generally agreed upon that it results in a better ride.
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Technical Advice and Questions / Newbie with lift questions!
« on: November 05, 2012, 04:33:38 pm »
Hi all, and thanks for taking the time to read this! I am looking to put a lift on my 2005 Rubicon. Originally I was thinking a 4" lift, but since its not my DD, I'm now considering a 6" lift. After looking through Q-Tec's lifts, I ended up with more questions than answers. I did some research online, but still can't decide on what to do. Any insight to the following would be appreciated:
-Long arm vs short arm lifts. Which is better and why?
-Will I need a SYE and/or a replacement drive shaft?
-Is there anything else I'll need to consider if I go with this 6" lift.
-Is there a cheaper and/or easier and/or better way to do a lift (without compromising highway safety - not looking to jerry-rig anything)
-Can you combine a (smaller) lift with spacers? If so, advantages / disadvantages?
Considerations:
-I'm very new to working on "cars". I'm an engineer, and can figure stuff out, but I have NO experience what-so-ever.
-I have a full set of tools, but no cutting torch, welder, etc, for any required custom fabrication.
-I'd like to swap out my 33" tires for 35" tires. Not looking to put 40+" tires on it.
-I don't want to beat the crap out of my Jeep. I'd like to be able to handle all "blues" and some "blacks" without risk of breaking anything too valuable or sustaining significant cosmetic damage. I know driver experience factors in, but anything "red" will be out-of-the-question.
Thanks again for any feedback you can provide. As mentioned, I'm very new to this stuff, and I am getting conflicting information from online searches.
-Long arm vs short arm lifts. Which is better and why?
-Will I need a SYE and/or a replacement drive shaft?
-Is there anything else I'll need to consider if I go with this 6" lift.
-Is there a cheaper and/or easier and/or better way to do a lift (without compromising highway safety - not looking to jerry-rig anything)
-Can you combine a (smaller) lift with spacers? If so, advantages / disadvantages?
Considerations:
-I'm very new to working on "cars". I'm an engineer, and can figure stuff out, but I have NO experience what-so-ever.
-I have a full set of tools, but no cutting torch, welder, etc, for any required custom fabrication.
-I'd like to swap out my 33" tires for 35" tires. Not looking to put 40+" tires on it.
-I don't want to beat the crap out of my Jeep. I'd like to be able to handle all "blues" and some "blacks" without risk of breaking anything too valuable or sustaining significant cosmetic damage. I know driver experience factors in, but anything "red" will be out-of-the-question.
Thanks again for any feedback you can provide. As mentioned, I'm very new to this stuff, and I am getting conflicting information from online searches.
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Introductions / Re: Hello from Boiling Springs
« on: October 29, 2012, 11:26:02 pm »
Will do! Hit me up on here when it happens!
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Introductions / Hello from Boiling Springs
« on: October 29, 2012, 01:45:51 pm »
Hi all! Sent my membership application a few weeks ago and look forward to becoming involved! I recently purchased a 2005 Rubicon and have begun the long (and expensive!) process of getting it (more) off-road ready. I took it to RC last weekend (still stock) and did surprisingly well on greens and some blues. I want to get a 6" lift, change my 33's to 35's, add a front bumper with winch. Also need to add some skids and I'll pretty much be there! I'll take any advice on where to get good, used parts (wheels/tires, winch, skids, etc). My wishlist at Quadratec is going to require a second job! With that being said, I look forward to meeting you all and getting involved!
-Ryan
-Ryan