Rubi added to the family

2006 KJ · **Posted:** Thu Nov 01, 2007 11:23 pm

so far it has a new best top with tinted windows, warn rock rails, bushwacker fender flairs, and a cawl scoup, 16x8 wheels with 4.5inch offset.. warn front bumper, extra roll bars around the windshield and over head painted to match the jeep.. custom Rubicon and jeep stickers that are chrome with black shadows... It's an 06 6 speed with 13,000 miles. Next in order is a long arm lift and 35's along with a rear warn bumper and winch..

FastTRX · **Posted:** Thu Nov 01, 2007 11:32 pm

Nice Rubi! Nothing like adding another Jeep to the family!

I like the JK's but you can't beat the 06's and previous years styling. They look like the "true" offroad Jeeps. Bet you can't wait to get that dirty...

jason thompson · **Posted:** Thu Nov 01, 2007 11:58 pm

I like TJ's
The first mod I think any '03-'06 TJ should get is a High clearance skid plate
it is like getting 2"+ of lift and not moving the suspension at all
I say '03-'06 cause them seem to have more "low hanging fruit" then the older TJ's
also Long arms and 35's is over rated
I roll on ~3" and 31" LTB's along with the high clearance skid I can follow any TJ with 33's
I need about 1" more lift to clear 33's but first I want 4.56 gears and a tow rig
I may just go with a body lift to clear the 33's but I like gears so I need them first

2006 KJ · **Posted:** Fri Nov 02, 2007 1:23 am

we're still trying to decide on what lift to use.. I figure with a rubicon express long arm 4.5 in lift.. it will be able to stuff the 35's.... and ride really well on and off road. I heard conventional suspension lifts make the ride really ridged and rough. Is this true? i believe with the long arm lift you have to put something were the skid goes underneath.. but if we dont end up going that route thanks a ton for the advice and more is always welcome!.. i see your point with the high skid.. ours hangs pretty low.

KJ Taz · **Posted:** Fri Nov 02, 2007 8:37 am

I have an 06 Rubi as well as the Libby, in fact mine is red as well. There is a lot more than just a lift and putting 35's on a rubi in order to properly run 35's. I am not a fan of long arms kits, but I do understand why some folks run them. I can fit 35's but I haven't had the gears installed yet so I am currently still on 33's and very happy with it. Yes I have the tummy tucked way up there.

Let me know if you have any questions I am always more than happy to answer what ever is thrown at me as long as I have an answer. Otherwise I can point you in the right direction.

stick · **Posted:** Fri Nov 02, 2007 1:29 pm

Very nice.

2006 KJ · **Posted:** Fri Nov 02, 2007 1:47 pm

KJ Taz... you mentioned changing the gears to have 35's... i thought the rubi's had a slightly lower gear ratio from the factory? I'm also interested in where you got the Skids from.. they look like great quality and seem to fit well too. Your jeep is real nice though.. what lift are you running, are you happy with it, and how is the on road/ off road ride quality??

chefdab · **Posted:** Fri Nov 02, 2007 1:58 pm

The reason why long arms usually ride smoother than short arms is the angle of the control arms. The short arms are much steeper and don't move up and down as much when you hit a bump. The shock is then sent up the control arm and you feel it in your teeth. The long arm allows the spring to absorb the impact more. I test drove a short arm lifted TJ before I bought my LJ and it was harsh. When I decided to lift the LJ I knew I wanted long arms because it's my daily driver. If it's a trail only rig then you can do short arms and still get a decent amount of flex. As far as the tummy tuck goes, the skid that comes with my Rubicon Express long arm increases your clearance around an inch to an inch and a half. Not quite as good as an all out tummy tucker skid but it's also completely flat and smooth to make sliding over rocks easier. If you do the tummy tuck now and want long arms later, I think the Clayton long arm kit mounts to the frame so you can have the benefits of both. Don't forget that tummy tucks also require adjustments of you shifter linkages for the transmission and transfer case and possibly a SYE to account for the steeper rear driveshaft angle. On a Rubi you'll just need a new CV style rear driveshaft.

KJ Taz · **Posted:** Fri Nov 02, 2007 11:24 pm

I have the Nth TT and I run a RE SF 3-1/2" lift with a 1" BL. Yes I am very happy with it both on and off road for 2+ years and around 50,000 miles. I have rode in and driven/wheeled long arms and I just don't like them, but thats a personal thing. Lots of folks swear by them. The stock gears are a 4:11 and I have the auto, and that is probably the one thing I don't like is the current gearing. If you have a standard and are not running around mountain passes you might find you are ok. I have 4:88's sitting in the garage, but I have been considering even going to 5:13's when I go to 35's. Also I have upgraded the front and rear axles already, and that is almost a must with the Rubis. I have broken Alloys with the 33's and I am pretty light footed. Also I am not a rock crawler as so many are, I am more of a Jeeper. I love just exploring trails where I have never been. So far my Jeep has been all over ID, UT, NV, AZ, NM, CO, and parts of TX and WY.

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