Platinum Member Rolf Posted July 18, 2016 Platinum Member Share Posted July 18, 2016 If it was about what we needed, I guess 99% of people would be driving a Fiesta or focus, this just comes down to what we like as much as anything. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Platinum Member TimC Posted July 18, 2016 Platinum Member Share Posted July 18, 2016 Owners generally arrive at fitting a lift kit because they want to go with a larger tyre than what a standard height vehicle can take. Whether people always need a lift kit or larger tyres for that matter is questionable but it is quite the same as saying do people really need jeeps to drive down the local green lanes or to the shops, when a dacia duster would suffice. Its a case of if you want it and can have it and also find a use for it then why not lift it :icon_e_biggrin: Nail on the head !! Its the old "need, want, afford, justify" debate that never ends with Jeeps :icon_mrgreen: BTW Alex payment just made for my completely unjustifiable wheels/tyres that I don't need and can only just about afford but want cos they look awesome :mdr: Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Platinum Member Tony Bennett Posted July 18, 2016 Platinum Member Share Posted July 18, 2016 So maybe I will get the same bug one day, thanks for the answers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chrisby Posted October 7, 2016 Author Share Posted October 7, 2016 Ok so a few more bits done today on the JKU at PB Customs ( I've acted as apprentice :mdr: ) New HD +300KG heavy duty OME springs JW Speaker Headlights fitted. And a new PB customs Panel protection Kit :great: Few more Jobs on the horizon.... Warn Zeon 10 Platinum winch LED light to illuminate the winch spool for use at night LED spotlights on the bumper Full Stereo upgrade with NAV and Phone kit Stainless Exhaust and Re-Map Should all be done ahead of Christmas if I / Paul at PB can make time :rofl: Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators stewart Posted October 7, 2016 Administrators Share Posted October 7, 2016 :great: Looking good :glasses: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Platinum Member Maverick23 Posted October 7, 2016 Platinum Member Share Posted October 7, 2016 Looks even more awesome Chris :great: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Platinum Member BLUE STAR Posted October 7, 2016 Platinum Member Share Posted October 7, 2016 Is it a custom stainless exhaust or stock replacement ? Mines a 2007 build used since 2009 so planning ahead & wondering on what the the options are Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Platinum Member Tony Bennett Posted October 8, 2016 Platinum Member Share Posted October 8, 2016 What are the HD springs like over stock please? Did you put them on as an offset to any added weight or to change the ride? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest grey thunder Posted October 9, 2016 Share Posted October 9, 2016 :great: Looks fab Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chrisby Posted October 10, 2016 Author Share Posted October 10, 2016 Is it a custom stainless exhaust or stock replacement ? Mines a 2007 build used since 2009 so planning ahead & wondering on what the the options are Having a custom build one made, Only way to get what I want sound and clearance wise :great: Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chrisby Posted October 10, 2016 Author Share Posted October 10, 2016 What are the HD springs like over stock please? Did you put them on as an offset to any added weight or to change the ride? They performed perfectly over 800 miles on and off road over the weekend. A little stiffer than the standard OME ones that came with the lift kit but stopped the bottoming out. Due to having heavy sound deadening , Roof rack, Roof tent, Heavy wheel and tyre on a very heavy steel bumper and tyre carrier along filling it with stuff for weekends away off road I was having issues with the standard springs wallowing etc. These are rated for +300 constant load so work perfectly. Rear sits about 2" higher but will bed in I would expect. Apparently the only ones ARB have sold to the UK for a JK. Really please with them :great: Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chrisby Posted March 5, 2017 Author Share Posted March 5, 2017 After being quite hard on the JK recently its time to upgrade the few stock parts that have not been replaced so far. Firstly as I snapped my Sway Bar links on Salisbury (Stupidly didn't disconnect them!) so OME/Arbil replacements front and rear. Both steering bar and drag links were starting to show signs of wear so a great time to upgrade them to something a bit more heaven duty, After looking around and seeing what out there settled on the Teraflex HD Tie Rod and Drag Link kit. Along with being a huge amount stronger this also allows me to flip the steering damper :great: https://teraflex.com/shop_items/54d565388ca57b6ef9ef9980 Also was having some clunking from the Propshafts when in 4 Low, So replaced the CV's on the Proshaft's with the Teraflex Rzeppa High Angle kits. Specifically helps with +3" lifted jeeps to stop failures with he higher prop angles. https://teraflex.com/shop_items/55c3f57205a25c5bb1173c17 Next is a set of Rivel underbody protection panels and a new LED bar for revearsing :glasses: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Platinum Member Vuck Roger Posted March 5, 2017 Platinum Member Share Posted March 5, 2017 I have the Teraflex steering, tie rod and draglink for about a year and a half now and I am quite happy with it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Platinum Member darrenh Posted March 5, 2017 Platinum Member Share Posted March 5, 2017 Good stuff Chris, always a good excuse to upgrade when something is broken Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chrisby Posted March 6, 2017 Author Share Posted March 6, 2017 Yes Daz, Same part for both LHD and RHD , But for RHD you need to flip the ball joints . They will do this for you if you ask but simple job to press them out and flip them. Chris Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Platinum Member jocadmin Posted March 6, 2017 Platinum Member Share Posted March 6, 2017 "Also was having some clunking from the Propshafts when in 4 Low, So replaced the CV's on the Proshaft's with the Teraflex Rzeppa High Angle kits. Specifically helps with +3" lifted jeeps to stop failures with he higher prop angles." When riding MOAB in November with AEV, some of the guys carry those Teraflex High Angle kits on board for when the OEM ones go and replaced one while we were there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chrisby Posted June 23, 2017 Author Share Posted June 23, 2017 Got myself a little toy....... Full dealer Diagnosis tool :mdr: ..... Thought it might make me a few friends lol Actually its something we are dealers for so got it free, TEXA is about the best multi brand diagnosis tool used by most dealers (Boxed and called other things) Fully Jeep compliant going back many many years too , First thing on my list is tyre diameter change so my speedo works finally ! :mdr: Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neal Posted June 23, 2017 Share Posted June 23, 2017 Chris, Looking good, I will bring the doughnuts :icon_rr: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chrisby Posted June 23, 2017 Author Share Posted June 23, 2017 Unbelievable amount of coding and set up Wranglers, Not so much mine but Auto petrol models there is loads... Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neal Posted June 23, 2017 Share Posted June 23, 2017 Unbelievable amount of coding and set up Wranglers, Not so much mine but Auto petrol models there is loads... Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Can you set the lock on drive away on my 3.6 16 JK :scratch: My local Jeep dealer wants to book it in for the day, but I suppose that's what you get when you didn't buy it from them.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chrisby Posted June 23, 2017 Author Share Posted June 23, 2017 If the dealer unit can do it them this can, I'll take a look in the coding listings for your tomorrow but don't see it being and issue. I can always drop over one day when out on the bike, Harley Reading is always good for a visit out your way. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neal Posted June 23, 2017 Share Posted June 23, 2017 If the dealer unit can do it them this can, I'll take a look in the coding listings for your tomorrow but don't see it being and issue. I can always drop over one day when out on the bike, Harley Reading is always good for a visit out your way. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Harley Reading, that the one near showcase? The family won't let me stop when we go to the cinema. Would be cool if you could, can offer refreshments :glasses: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chrisby Posted June 23, 2017 Author Share Posted June 23, 2017 Yeah no worries Neal, always up for a ride out. Not been to Reading Harley for a while. Hands and wallet in pockets in there though, nice expensive things for sale :rofl: Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neal Posted June 23, 2017 Share Posted June 23, 2017 Yeah no worries Neal, always up for a ride out. Not been to Reading Harley for a while. Hands and wallet in pockets in there though, nice expensive things for sale :rofl: Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Nice shiny things parked on the forecourt from what I've seen. I can dream :icon_geek: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chrisby Posted June 23, 2017 Author Share Posted June 23, 2017 No Problem coding and setting you locks Neal Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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