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IntrepidXJ
July 22nd, 2006, 12:42
So, what do you think I should do with the front of my XJ?
1. Replace the header panel and fenders so it still looks kinda like an XJ?
2. Remove header panel and fenders and then tube out the front?
3. Go OT style and just remove the fenders and header panel?
:D
Not sure what I'm gonna do, but thought it would be fun to see what you guys think. In the end, I'll make my own decision and probably won;t use this poll anyways :roll:
http://pictures.myxj.net/phase4_7-22-06/DSC00082.JPG
I think it looks fine how it sits.
But, some tube structure to protect the radiator is important, which is something I need to do.
BrettM
July 22nd, 2006, 12:52
I would do it like Paul S or Dave Taylor
Roxtar
July 24th, 2006, 07:41
Replace them.
Your rig still looks decent. Keep it that way as long as reasonably possible.
seanR
July 24th, 2006, 08:09
Replace them.
Your rig still looks decent. Keep it that way as long as reasonably possible.
X2
If ya want, I can get good prices on body panels.
XJ_ranger
July 24th, 2006, 08:26
we did Ron's front tube work like this -
http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b235/davidgtaylor/sweatfest/Rononjack1.jpg
but I would rather have seen him keep the fenders...
the front bar hangs too low - but is about the only part Id consider re-doing...
Keep the grill whatever you do...
87manche
July 24th, 2006, 08:38
you could put sheetmetal over that tube and make it look OK, like FarmerMatt did with the sheetmetal fenders on the cat.
Lawn Cher'
July 24th, 2006, 09:02
X2
If ya want, I can get good prices on body panels.
Do tell.
IntrepidXJ
July 24th, 2006, 09:04
yeah sean, shoot me some prices so i can decide what i wanna do
Roxtar
July 24th, 2006, 09:25
we did Ron's front tube work like this -
http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b235/davidgtaylor/sweatfest/Rononjack1.jpg
but I would rather have seen him keep the fenders...
the front bar hangs too low - but is about the only part Id consider re-doing...
Keep the grill whatever you do...Just noticed.
Is Ron running air shocks all around?
How is it?
87manche
July 24th, 2006, 12:07
Do tell.
planning for carnagefest already?
Lawn Cher'
July 24th, 2006, 12:10
planning for carnagefest already?
I pre-ran yesterday.
STEELFISH
July 24th, 2006, 13:04
I've got 1 new fender at the house...:wave1:
Roxtar
July 24th, 2006, 13:05
I've got 1 new fender at the house...:wave1:What side and year?
Kittrell
July 24th, 2006, 17:10
I'd do it like Richard.
What Rd
July 24th, 2006, 17:52
I pre-ran yesterday.
Which? (or both?)
seanR
July 24th, 2006, 19:52
I can get Chinese fenders for around $45.00 each and I can get the front header panel for $90.00.
Both Brad and Eric have used these parts and seem ok with them.
Well, if they don't look like ass, then I can't use them.
ILLXJ
July 24th, 2006, 20:24
Well, if they don't look like ass, then I can't use them.
If you put them on, they would within in a day. So whats the difference? JIM.
Lawn Cher'
July 25th, 2006, 07:59
Which? (or both?)
Just RORP. Hannibal isn't open yet, but my friends went over to take a look and said it is amazing.
Roxtar
July 25th, 2006, 08:28
I can get Chinese fenders for around $45.00 each and I can get the front header panel for $90.00.
Both Brad and Eric have used these parts and seem ok with them.I'd be very wary of these.
I was just driving along and look what happened to mine:
http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c192/kid4lyf/RFdamage2.jpg
Folded like a cheap taco.
Dirt
July 25th, 2006, 14:20
mmmmmmmm..... tacos.
STEELFISH
July 25th, 2006, 14:25
What side and year?
96 and older--- I am thinking drvs....I will check tonight promise
XJ_ranger
July 26th, 2006, 22:58
Just noticed.
Is Ron running air shocks all around?
How is it?
yeah - all Fox 16" travel...
kinda sucks - he is always bitching about how he needs to add this, and take this out, then pump in more N2...
VERY stable, but setting them up SUCKS!
also the way his front air shocks mount makes servacing them hard - the schrader valve is tucked way inside a little hole...
and the worst part - is messing with them at the shop and getting them all set perfect - at sea level and 75* doesnt mean SHIT once you get out to JV at 100* and 4000 ft... so they have to be played with more...
but they perform very well and are VERY stable....
Captain Ron
July 27th, 2006, 02:32
They do *float* in some very deep rocks. But, the body roll can be very disconcernning at first. It feels very unstable side to side, but in reality, is more stable than it seems.
http://www.opiebennett.com/images/Jeep/JohnsonValley61006/img_5475.jpg
Byran felt uncomfortable on the *high* side at over 60 degrees. I felt we had another 5 degrees to go. :D
The anti rock settings are key for running no coiled steel in the corners. Very touchy.
Down side?
Nose over ass happens really quick. Really. :D
--ron
PS: It helps having interns to make all the adjustments every 10 yards on runs to get *dialed* in. :D
Roxtar
July 27th, 2006, 05:54
PS: It helps having interns to make all the adjustments every 10 yards on runs to get *dialed* in. :DOpie, how'd you like to become an honorary hoosier for a month?
Learn to run a lathe?
A big lathe.
Learn to run a power hone?
A big power hone.
seanR
July 27th, 2006, 13:03
WOW! This thread didn't stay on topic very long.
But what did anyone expect...
XJ_ranger
July 31st, 2006, 17:19
Opie, how'd you like to become an honorary hoosier for a month?
Learn to run a lathe?
A big lathe.
Learn to run a power hone?
A big power hone.
Ill need an internship next summer... :D :D
DrMoab
July 31st, 2006, 21:42
Randy....I have a whole waggy...woody...front clip you can have. I will just give it to you.
BUT...
You have to come get it. :D
Why, so you can make him wheel with you in your stupid canyons, fins, bowls, and switchbacks?
seanR
August 1st, 2006, 13:49
Why, so you can make him wheel with you in your stupid canyons, fins, bowls, and switchbacks?
Fawk that! we have a gravel pit!
Roxtar
August 1st, 2006, 14:00
Fawk that! we have a gravel pit!And a garbage bag hill
lesslimited
August 1st, 2006, 14:22
Don't forget the mulch mountain!
Lawn Cher'
August 1st, 2006, 15:21
And the concrete cliff.
DrMoab
August 1st, 2006, 17:22
Sounds exciting. Where can I sign up? :D
Rev Den
August 1st, 2006, 17:25
You guys left out the best part....
the decomposing mud holes.
Rev
lesslimited
August 1st, 2006, 17:52
You guys left out the best part....
the decomposing mud holes.
Rev
Yeah! Nothing like the smell of muddy water that's been fermenting since before the first Winterfest :puke:
LBEXJ
August 1st, 2006, 18:04
Actually, I think it's run-off gray water from some of the local septic tanks ...
Les
HaleYes
August 2nd, 2006, 15:25
Actually, I think it's run-off gray water from some of the local septic tanks ...
Les
at least that's what it tastes like....
What Rd
August 4th, 2006, 18:08
at least that's what it tastes like....
Now THAT's a real midwesterner!
LBEXJ
August 4th, 2006, 18:12
Now THAT's a real midwesterner!
You do know, if your Septic Tank is working right you can drink that water ... don't you? ;)
Les
Rev Den
August 4th, 2006, 18:37
You do know, if your Septic Tank is working right you can drink that water ... don't you? ;)
Les
BIG difference between can and should.
Rev
LBEXJ
August 4th, 2006, 18:46
BIG difference between can and should.
Rev
Even bigger difference between can and would! :)
Les
Rev Den
August 4th, 2006, 20:21
Even bigger difference between can and would! :)
Les
I don't know....
Her can....my wo...
:D
Rev
HaleYes
August 4th, 2006, 20:51
Dirty old men......
What Rd
August 4th, 2006, 20:56
Her can....my wo...
:D
A man after my own heart.
LBEXJ
August 4th, 2006, 21:43
I don't know....
Her can....my wo...
:D
Rev
Are you saying that despite if her can should, if your wood would, ... you could?
Les
Rev Den
August 4th, 2006, 22:31
MY wood always can.....it is the little sapling that becomes the mighty Oak.
Or so I say...:D
Insomnia sucks.
Rev
LBEXJ
August 4th, 2006, 22:36
... Insomnia sucks.
Rev
Introduce me sometime ...
Les
seanR
August 7th, 2006, 16:46
I wish I was as old as you two fawks, so I could be a dirty old man too!
http://www.theage.com.au/ffximage/2005/11/07/Muppet_051107093727103_wideweb__300x213.jpg
LBEXJ
August 7th, 2006, 16:50
I wish I was as old as you two fawks, so I could be a dirty old man too!
Yer technically a Grampa, so yer in by default. Welcome! ;)
Les
XJ_ranger
August 7th, 2006, 23:02
so...
what did you decide randy?
IntrepidXJ
August 8th, 2006, 05:37
haven't decided yet
seanR
August 8th, 2006, 13:13
I hope this thread will help you make up your mind.....:dunce:
HaleYes
August 8th, 2006, 17:56
I say poop pipe.
What Rd
August 9th, 2006, 04:52
I say poop pipe.
definitely
replace the header but leave the fenders and run poop pipe around to a functional toilet where the winch used to live
multitasking - stinger/sh_tter
87manche
August 9th, 2006, 06:39
I think that he should do poop pipe, but get rid of the stinger bumper and build this:
http://c.im.craigslist.org/kX/kK/FQGBxSCYMSHtO92gGX8IPv6rRxNP.jpg
that way you can sit down and sh*t comfortably.
Roxtar
August 9th, 2006, 06:51
I think that he should do poop pipe, but get rid of the stinger bumper and build this:
http://c.im.craigslist.org/kX/kK/FQGBxSCYMSHtO92gGX8IPv6rRxNP.jpg
that way you can sit down and sh*t comfortably.And always have a comfortable place to eat.
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