New Blu - or the little bit done so far....

[BLU-125]

As bought........

http://www.4wdlinks.com.au/albums/blu125/aci.jpg

This is a 1997 Wrangler with a 2.5" OME lift (including lengthened upper rear arms, and adjustable lowers)

First mod..........

http://www.4wdlinks.com.au/albums/blu125/acj.jpg

33/12.50R15 Wrangler MT/Rs on Performance Superlights.

Next mod.........

http://www.4wdlinks.com.au/albums/blu125/acz.jpg

http://www.4wdlinks.com.au/albums/blu125/acu.jpg

Custom winch plate with used Warn 9000. Plate designed to provide mounting points for UHF, 170 LightForces, and rated recovery points.

looks great, i love the colour

[BLU-125]

Next mod isn't visible. Feral Errol & I installed a front Lokka one Saturday afternoon.

About this time I installed a Big Red on the tray under the brake booster..........can't find a suitable place for a tank yet.

Due to lack of spare cash I reused the old Uniden UHF out of the Patrol.

http://www.4wdlinks.com.au/albums/blu125/ada.jpg

Custom stainless bracket between the seats. (Thanks HiLux Trev.)

Last weekend F.E. & I did the last mods to this date......

http://www.4wdlinks.com.au/albums/blu125/acv.jpg

http://www.4wdlinks.com.au/albums/blu125/acw.jpg

AA Slip Yoke Eliminator & Double Cardin rear drive shaft......

We also installed some 4" Lovells springs, custom wound for Hammonds in Brisbane which have only increased the spring rates slightly..........It now looks like this......

http://www.4wdlinks.com.au/albums/blu125/acy.jpg

http://www.4wdlinks.com.au/albums/blu125/acx.jpg

[BLU-125]

I've also bought a Jeep Bikini top with windjammer (back window) & toneau. Just need the little filler pieces that go between the roll cage & door window frame........if anyone knows of a reasonably priced source, please let me know.

Another mod not shown is the Calbah fuel tank protection. Bought second hand & strengthed by HiLux Trev.

We removed the spacers that had dropped the transfer case (to unsuccessfully stop vibes) after installing the SYE, so we found more than 2" of clearance. ;D

[boof]

that looks 8)

[baby_troupe]

So with this pic
http://www.4wdlinks.com.au/albums/blu125/acz.jpg
was the mod the winch or the number plate :P

[BLU-125]

Now that you mention it:

BOTH

;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

[nischev]

Still reckon you should have stayed with the GQ :-X :P

[BLU-125]

I've still got it, & I am thinking of lowering it, (2+2), as I have a 6'2" stepson turning 16 in August.......

To buy the Lib or early Imprezza I had planned will cost more than its worth, & its in very good condition mechanically.

So......

[nischev]

Sounds like a plan it seams like a good rig even if noone looks after the outside :P ;) How much racetape does it have on it now?

[GUHOON]

Looking good BLU those rims really set it off nicely.
While im here and seeing as your in the tyre and wheel game , Will 15'' sunraysias fit on a GU???

[BLU-125]

No, brake clearance probs., I think.

On a full size truck you are better off with the construction of a 16" LT tyre......will be either 8 or 10 ply rated in a 265/75R16, 285/75R16, 305/75R16, 315/75R16........avoid 265/70R16 or 275/70R16 for anything other than Soccer Mum duties.....

32,33,35/11,12.50R15's are only ever 6 ply rating.

[GUHOON]

Thought brakes would be too big ::)
Ive got 285/75/16 MT/Rs at the moment but just thinking for the future as 15s are cheaper to buy.
Sorry for the hijack..............Back to the jeep ;D

[BLU-125]

No apology necessary, in the tyre industry, retail price usually reflects the value, (does that make sense?)......16" tyres are the best thing that's happened to the serious off roader, esp the outback tourer. Durability, puncture resistance, comfort......16" in the correct size will provide it.

Light vehicles, Jeeps, Suzies, etc., however will probably find a 6 p.r., 15" better as the treadface will probably deform better!

i'm looking forward to checkin the new blu out on the weekend :)

[crusher]

i'm looking forward to checkin the new blu out on the weekend :)


Off topic. Roe you need to update your signature now you've transformed the beast or do you want to leave it for the memories ;D ;D

[Twisty]

Your jeep is looking great Blu!!! The 4" springs make a huge difference!!! It'll be good to check it out in person on Saturday!!

[crack]

looking very nice blu125!! let us know how those tyres go as i plan to buy those.

[Gojeep]

Looking good there mate. Whose SYE and shaft did you use?

[BLU-125]

Although described to me as an Advanced Adaptors SYE, I'm pretty sure it's an Omix ADA........Driveshaft ? Didn't even ask, But its nicely made with Spicer D/C.....

Bought them from 4WD1 as EVERY Jeep specialist either wanted ridiculous prices, or had NO idea of customer service.

My inability to find reasonable freight for a heavy single item stopped me buying out of the States. This is something I may look at in the future.

4WD1, as usual exceeded the promises of service they made...which is just one of the reasons I will continue to sell their Shocks & other components.

[Gojeep]

I deal with them all the time too as I can get them cheaper sent down than picking up from Victorian outlets. The worst is USA4X4! $$$

[BLU-125]

Where we are now.

http://www.4wdlinks.com.au/albums/blu125/DSCF0014.sized.jpg

[Twisty]

Looking good Chris!!! 17's or 18's? 8)

[BLU-125]

285/70R17s