TRANSFORMATION TIME! Jeep Wrangler Lift Kit & New Wheels and Tires Install
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 28 ก.ย. 2024
- It’s finally time to take this Jeep Wrangler build to the next level and increase the ground clearance, ride quality and overall appearance. In this video we install a lift kit and new wheels and tires on my son 2006 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon TJ. We overcome a few challenges along the way, have a few laughs, and take transform the looks and capability of this Jeep TJ.
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Rims look great and 2 plus hours dealing with 1 super stubborn bolt is on par for most projects. I like your son’s sliding front windows on the half doors. Beats zipping the window down.
@2:55 exactly what my Dad taught me. Feels good to have done it myself and saved some money. I love being able to work on and have knowledge on whats going on with my vehicle. There were some points where I wish I would have just taken it to a shop lol. But the feeling of completion after all the stress, cursing, and more than likely cuts on hands was great.
Great father and son project. Learning lessons and how to overcome. Great job. Thank you for sharing.
Awesome to see this with your son! Missed not having my dad here for Father’s Day.
Looks great! Glad Jordan got the experience of lifting it himself. I have done my lifts myself for years, mostly because it's really expensive to have a shop do it! But it's a great way to learn about your Jeep.
Finally early excitied to see some tj content!
I wish my dad would do something like this with me. This is a cool father son experience
Don't sell your ol man short....Someday he'll be gone...
@@talezfromthedashcam3138 that's why I wish he would do this with me.
@@turbofc bring it up to him sometime, life can get pretty busy, people tend to forget to slow down and enjoy life, it's the little things that matter the most
Best feeling ever. My pops also helped me with my build
@@turbofc Dont care..Appreciate what you got. Build or no build. I speak from experience.
My son and I did that about a year ago on his 2015 JK. Thought it would take about 4 or 5 hours and it took 8.5, he drove home at 5:30 am back to Branson about 40 miles from my house in AR. Told him to text me because we were both wore out when he left.
Jeeps and Ham Radio rule... Big Smile! Today is his birthday 49 years young
Maan thats a nice Rubicon and your son is blessed to have you as a great dad that loves the trails, Keep up the Great work dad and Semper Fi from Gunny Porter 2019 JL wrangler 3.6 on 35 Coopers
Anyone else notice the KM3s on Brad's JK?
Awesome project man! Sorry I missed the fun!
Next time!
TrailRecon, Brad you should used a stock pitman arm, you will put more stress on your gear box shaft bearing and wear it out, ask me how I know, get Currie correct steering link and you will have correct alignment and no steering bind.Well worth it, did this on 3 of my Jeeps. The stock tie rod is weak compared to Currie, you won’t have to worry about broken tie rod .
Love the jeep it's coming along great look great enjoy and be safe.
Awesome rubicon! Makes me miss my old 2000 sport! Love the old TJ’s!!
Jordan, that looks great man, it really does. Significant transformation and the wheels were a great choice.
I'm a new 03' TJ owner and I'm really loving the build that Jordan is going with his! I will be doing most of the upgrades to mine similar to his. ESPECIALLY the wheels and tires. Perfect combo! Can't wait for more videos on this build!
Anti seize on the pitman arm. I did that on my CJ5 because I had similar problems as you. Ended up getting a new steering box and new arm.
Ok A. This is the best most comprehensive TJ lift video I've ever seen THANK YOU.
B. I've spend 4 years and done nearly everything to try to make mine ride better (it rides.like a brick) I JUST decided to take apart my old aftermarket lower control arms yesterday since the grease points are broken and I haven't been able to grease them since I've owned and who knows when the previous owner did. long story short they were frozen solid in place I had to spin the bolts as fast as I could with the air impact to break them loose and get them to where they would come out while hitting them with the hammer I've been lube them up with grease and put them back in and it rides like a Jeep should now hallelujah
What a great way to spend Father’s Day.
Just an FYI: I ended up getting the Icon Alloys Vector 5 wheels after watching this video. I was in the market for new wheels and (larger) tires and had settled on the Fuel Nitro 5, but after I saw this video and not knowing about the Vector 5, I bought the Vector 5 because it fit the bill for me (4.5" BS, 71.5mm hub bore) and I liked the styling.
It's a whole new Jeep!
I really like your transparency doing this build.
Best to use anti-seize on those places where those parts were rust welded so that isn't a problem for the future. Also if you drop the pitman, you might have to drop the trackbar to prevent death wobble since the steering and trackbar aren't at the same angle. Keep in mind, if you drop the trackbar, find a really well made strong track bar drop bracket. They break easy. I've also seen pitman drops break as well so be aware of that.
I wouldn’t leave that stock front track bar on for too long in that new position. Move to an adjustable and back to the original position. Shouldn’t need a drop bracket.
I guess I didn't see if there were adjustable track bars going in. That is pretty important with nearly any lift height. I'd say no drop and adjustable trackbar and maybe even an upgraded drag link to increase the length safely while maintaining strength.
You wont get death wobble but you'll get gnarly bump steer
I have a few times used a cut off wheel and slowly cut off the pitman arm. sometimes in the rust belt its the only choice you have. And on a TJ you should get a cam bolt eliminator kit when you use adjustable arms
Awesome build guys!!! I'm loving this series, maybe you could take the XJ out with you... you know she has alot of fans too!
KO2's are a great every day driver tire. Run well on and off the road.
This makes me want to get my own jeep as well and do this kind of mods with my sons.. Ive been bench watching video on youtube on Jeeps lots of videos and surprisingly my 8th year old son love it as well.. He's been wishing from getting a Lamborghini to getting a Monster Jeep truck hahaha..bless him..keep up making a great video..
I love the old Rubicon wheels. Like to have them on my old YJ on on my wife's LJ.
yes i think after you get alot of pressure on the pitman arm hit it with a hammer on the end.just like stubborn ball joints .and use KROIL and let it set few hours.smack that darn thing.good stuff glad you got to experience this with your son.
What a cool weekend project! Plenty of head scratching and the final result is awesome. Excellent choice on all upgrades Jordan. Your TJ looks so awesome!
Awesome work guys! Great transformation. Digging the color of the wheels.
Thanks so much!
Interesting video.
My notes:
Use 6 ton jack stands for the frame and 3 ton for the axle. This allows you extra clearance to fit the springs.
No need for cam bolts with adjustable control arms.
I had a rear leaf spring bolt fuse to the sleeve inside the bushing. Great job and as always thanks for sharing.
Family goals 🔥🔥 keep doing what you do look forward to your videos and seeing the jeeps!!
Congratulations! Great job! Making great memories! Really like the wheels and tires! IMO Seriously hard to beat the BFG ALL TERRAINS! Been running them going on 21 years! Enjoy!
I was amazed how good it looks! Ya'll did an awesome job. When i turn 16 my best friend and i are planning on building up trucks and make them into Overland cars, pretty excited. Just working on our channel and see how it goes!
I’ve been waiting for this video ! 👍thanks for sharing all of your videos you have inspired me to Equip my jeeps to go over landing and explore with my family thanks for the inspiration
Turned out great! Looks awesome.
11:55 Put some anti-seize on that before tightening it down.
I'm hoping the roof rack will clear the garage door when you are done
Looks great now. Wow.
Maybe outboard the rear shocks. That would eliminate that issue. 3:36
Just get a cam bolt eliminator washer. Several companies make them (Metalcloak has a nice one) and you don't need a special cam bolt afterwards anyway since you have adjustable control arms. Earlier TJs had some camber washers but for the most part you can't really adjust camber on a TJ.
Those wheels and tires look so good. Congrats, the Jeep looks awesome
Awesome looks great with the bronze wheels
amazing outcome and loved the process and work made! greetings from Costa Rica ... you would have a blast in our trails !
Been there on my jeep and soon itll be my daughters turn lol
Very nice upgrade, I learned a few things and over all really enjoyed the video can’t wait to see the reborn Jeep on the trail.
My son complains and acts like I was punishing him. I don't get a lot of these younger kids these days. Great job spending quality time and educating your son and others.
Absolutely love the new look congratulations Jordan awesome project for you both no better time spent than father an son time as always be safe
Thanks so much!
Hey guys... You may wish to consider doing adjustable rear track bar vs the relocation bracket - known failure point + better geometry adjustment. Plus good chance the old TB bushings seen better days...
Looks so good!!! Another awesome video too!! Thanks for sharing! 😁👊🏼 Excited to see it out on the trail and at camp.
My '87YJ cleared the garage door by 1/16" of an inch, without dropping the TP.
True to form!
Awesome video, thanks. Your son looks like a clone of you👍. Great to see father son projects, I love working with my dad on tasks also.
Been waiting all week watching your ig posts lol
Good looking Jeep!
TJ 1998 Jeep new upgrade, Air tank located under brake buster. (4" x 9" pvc pipe)👍👍👍 now I can can run air tool, I think I can put a second air tank on the other side under battery.
Black bag has, 25 ft of 3/8 air line and air gauge chuck. On off switch in mounted just in front of the compresser.
Not sure how to attach photos
Get yourself some Diablo blades for the saws all. you will not regret it.
Nice work! This build is really coming along.
Nice looking Jeep.
Congrats Jordan, Looks great!
Bravo! Most impressive team work. Successful end result looked fantastic. You guys are way, way, beyond my skill level, way beyond. Should I ever decide on a lift, some shop will get my business, for sure. BTW, your neighborhood looks real nice.
Great video guys, I’m install my 3.5” this weekend and I just picked up my wheels and tires I have a Red TJ and chose bronze wheels as well. Great choice guys. Looking awesome
Get the pitman arm puller that looks like half of an ice cream come, But most with that era TJ have to cut the pitman arm off.
“2 hours on a bolt was nuts” 😂😂😂😂😂 someone made a pun
PB Blaster is good stuff. Have you heard of MotorKote? That spray works great also.
I haven't, but I may have to check it out. thanks!
I find deep creep works well too.
Great looking TJ. Well done and congrats!
Now the jeep actually looks sweat. Nice job
Good Job , Guy's
interesting look with the red & bronze. sweet build bud
2004 unlimited, Replaced with stock and was a pain. Had the same issues even with rear shocks. And I live in NE ohio
Quitting for the day....cuz u have company!....get them out there in the garage to help ya!😂had the same problem with that same bolt...must be a tj thing!....🚙💜💕happy trails @ Jordan
Dang I thought the rubicon would get the beadlock take offs from your JK. 😆 Looks good!👍
Hello from Turkey
Should have taken it to the shop and have it done right, use your Saturdays ago fishing.
About halfway through with the video and experiencing anxiety trying to make sure the rig will fit under the garage door coming out. Lol
I'm just as shocked as you guys are about that tire/wheel weight! My 35x12.5r15's are only 8lbs more per corner
Have a Tj myself. I cannot find a good review on TH-cam of a 4 inch lift on road. The Jeep forums on the tj are getting pretty dated. Would love an on Road review!
I have MetalCloak 3.5" long travel short arm kit on my 06 TJ unlimited Rubicon. Love it on and off road. USA made.
You will have bump steer if you don’t lower the track bar down level with pitman arm
Jeep looks great. Not sure about those steel toed flip flops though.
Good catch. I was going to mention it too - especially after Brad made a point to mention the safety of bracing the Jeep while on jacks.
Heat the pitman arm with a torch and it will expand the metal.
Got to carry more Jerry cans!
Nice job! Keep up the great work! Love your videos!
Thanks so much!
Where did your order your Vector Wheels from? What bolt pattern are they? Thank you
I'm sure you know this answer... with the additional tire/wheel size how do you go about getting your speedometer to read correctly after a new install?
Don't bother with the cam bolt, you have adjustable control arms and those cam bolts will almost never stay put when wheeling. Couple of things though. The drop pitman arm should really only be run with a double shear track bar that drops the frame side pivot point a similar amount, else you increase bump steer. Rubicon Express, Calyton, Metalcloak, etc. all sell a double shear option to pair with the drop pitman arm. Second, the raised rear track bar bracket will also eventually cause the whole drivers side rear upper control arm bracket to fail. Will take 5 to 50k miles depending on how hard it is wheeled but finding a friend with a welder and $5 in steel to brace it for cheap insurance. A don't forget to hit everything with the torque wrench in 500 miles to make sure it is still snug.
Great attitudes guys
“Two hrs on a bold was nuts” 😂
Looks great, awesome job
Sweet! Great video.
Nice!!
Hi, could you please tell me the backspacing of the wheels and also how thick the adapter spacer is? Looks great! Thanks
Hi Brad, do you know if icon will make those shocks available to the public? Great vid!
Curious to know your thoughts on adapters/converters on Jeeps.
The mods took your Jeep from milk toast to a shot of Scotch ...good job
I like bronze rims too
Brad does Jordan still have the TJ? I was hoping to see more of the TJ. Brad do you still have all the jeeps in the family? Can you please do a whole jeep family rigs walk around?
He did sell a while back. A family adventure video is on our to do list, just have to get all the boys home at the same time first!
@@TrailRecon thanks for your reply! Look forward to seeing that and your all your future content! I have enjoyed seeing your channel grow. Thanks for encouraging people to get into jeeps and showing them that they can work on them themselves.
Looks like you broke the most sweat there Brad haha!
Those old Rubicons. Looks like worth buying. Any caveats?
Our 35s on Fuel wheels weigh 111.0 pounds apiece. Nitto Ridge Grappler 35x12.50 - 18. I have a picture of them on the scale on our Instagram.
you didn't have much luck i did the same lift in 2 hours and 20 minutes drive in drive out
Why icon? Sponsorship or are they better for overlanding than fox which you had previously?