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Nick

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Re: '02 TJ with i4 -- Mid Life Crisis
« Reply #450 on: February 23, 2014, 02:42:46 PM »
At least you got the hood all painted up nice  :)
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Re: '02 TJ with i4 -- Mid Life Crisis
« Reply #451 on: February 23, 2014, 02:46:18 PM »
That was practice!
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Re: '02 TJ with i4 -- Mid Life Crisis
« Reply #452 on: February 24, 2014, 09:47:12 AM »
Called insurance agent. Full coverage (comp/coll). Need to deal with company next. I may get away with this...
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Re: '02 TJ with i4 -- Mid Life Crisis
« Reply #453 on: February 24, 2014, 10:10:29 AM »
Maybe they will total it and you can buy one with a 6cyl.......
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Re: '02 TJ with i4 -- Mid Life Crisis
« Reply #454 on: February 24, 2014, 10:12:34 AM »
smike can buy it salvage, drop an LS in it and wheel it for 6 months.
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I never wanted a red car.. always thought they were tacky and common...
I now have 4 very not common cars and they are all red.. :o

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Re: '02 TJ with i4 -- Mid Life Crisis
« Reply #455 on: February 24, 2014, 12:10:49 PM »
Or do I risk the $500 for that Cherokee and hope it has a running i6 that just needs some wire?


On a different note, it is looking like I have a good chance of getting fenders out of the deal (right and left bent middle of fender). Was planning on the GenRight tubes. Would 4 or 6 be better? I was thinking 6 as that would cover more of the tire for reduced spray to the windshield. I'm unlikely to go wider than 12.5


It seems silly to save $50 for the 4. Unless I'm missing something. 
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Re: '02 TJ with i4 -- Mid Life Crisis
« Reply #456 on: February 24, 2014, 12:14:06 PM »
Your rear flares are 4" wide.

I don't think the 6" look right with our "little" tires.
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Re: '02 TJ with i4 -- Mid Life Crisis
« Reply #457 on: February 24, 2014, 12:18:25 PM »
Quote from: Wingman on February 24, 2014, 12:14:06 PM

I don't think the 6" look right with our "little" tires.

Sounds like a reason to go bigger  ;D
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Re: '02 TJ with i4 -- Mid Life Crisis
« Reply #458 on: February 24, 2014, 12:25:34 PM »
Quote from: Callelle on February 24, 2014, 12:18:25 PM
Quote from: Wingman on February 24, 2014, 12:14:06 PM

I don't think the 6" look right with our "little" tires.

Sounds like a reason to go bigger  ;D
35's were in the plan for this year... And if you really want silly, take a look at the pics of MLC with the 30s.


Full set of flares may actually happen (rears only add $250 to cost). I'm just thinking that 6" would prevent the "blackout curtain" of mud I experienced this weekend.
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Re: '02 TJ with i4 -- Mid Life Crisis
« Reply #459 on: February 24, 2014, 12:29:11 PM »
Quote from: jaysenodell on February 24, 2014, 12:10:49 PM
Or do I risk the $500 for that Cherokee and hope it has a running i6 that just needs some wire?


No, WJ engine wont work.
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Re: '02 TJ with i4 -- Mid Life Crisis
« Reply #460 on: February 24, 2014, 12:34:39 PM »
There isn't much that prevents the mud from splashing on your windows.  Flares only good when tires are pointed straight ahead.  And even then, without mud flaps...
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Re: '02 TJ with i4 -- Mid Life Crisis
« Reply #461 on: February 24, 2014, 05:44:02 PM »
My google-foo is not turning up other manufacturers of tube fenders that completely replace stock fenders. Who else should I be looking at?

Ryan, I can't seem to find blinker/sidelight on the lifetime site. What should I be looking for?
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Re: '02 TJ with i4 -- Mid Life Crisis
« Reply #462 on: February 24, 2014, 07:09:03 PM »
Google-foo adjusted.
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Re: '02 TJ with i4 -- Mid Life Crisis
« Reply #463 on: February 24, 2014, 07:13:53 PM »
Eagle eye lights.
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Re: '02 TJ with i4 -- Mid Life Crisis
« Reply #464 on: February 25, 2014, 12:32:37 PM »
Well, looks like I have full coverage with a company that "gets" insanity.


It also looks like Mark is doubly insane and is willing to help with a few projects for MLC beyond just making her pretty.


First up tube fenders. I'm surprised at how much some bent tubing costs. granted there's some machinery behind it. In order of interest ...


These seem to have a bit more "flexibility" but I'll need to make mounts. http://www.trailtubes.com/collections/fenders-flares/products/front-rear-flared-fenders-for-cj-yj-tj-lj-xj-zj


Scroll down a bit ... Similar to the Trail Tubes but cheaper ... http://www.blackwidowgear.com/jeep.html


These are basically a Gen Right copy. Full kit with mounting. http://www.stoutfabrication.com/diy-tj-flat-fenders-set-of-2-1/


these are zero flare, have thinner tubes, but are a full kit for a low price. I could add flare pretty simply. http://www.bluetorchfab.com/Product/719/BTF-Jeep-TJ-Front-Tube-Fenders-DIY-Kit.aspx


Sourced grill already. Have a line on a hood or two. Will likely be investing in some Lifetime LED up front. Just need to verify what I need and how much needs to change in the electronics.


Trying to figure out what to do for bumpers. I'm thinking simple bar with receiver or mounts for D. Will be adding bumper mounted lights and (hopefully) winch. I think something simple and straight is the right start. I found a few (rusty's and blue torch) that seem right. I think I could make it pretty cheap since I'm basically looking for a slightly beefed up stock (just the C) but don't think I want to deal with getting a powder coat on it.


Although I could do a bumper and the fenders at that same time...


Thoughts?
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