What have you done to your KK lately

buddha112572 · **Joined:** Sun May 11, 2014 7:34 am **Posts:** 32

Finally got a few things checked off the list.

I tinted my windows in the fall, I went so dark I couldn't see my reverse lights that well anymore. Ordered and installed these the other day. Not sure how bright they are yet but definitely an improvement.
http://retro-solutions.net/product-info ... id704.html

Ordered a second key from amazon, just under $30, got it cut and programmed at a locksmith for $52, from what I've seen here wayyyy cheaper than the dealer. You'd think that dealerships would offer you a deal on a second one.

I got the Fortin remote start in the tool box waiting for a warmer day to be installed.

Next two for the wish list is, fog light bar mod like the KC light bar front bumper mod but I'm try to come up with a way not to cut the bumper up. Also thinking of rock slider/step bar. I'd like something like this.

Bmxer524 · **Posted:** Tue Feb 10, 2015 1:39 am

buddha112572 wrote:

Finally got a few things checked off the list.

I tinted my windows in the fall, I went so dark I couldn't see my reverse lights that well anymore. Ordered and installed these the other day. Not sure how bright they are yet but definitely an improvement.
http://retro-solutions.net/product-info ... id704.html

Ordered a second key from amazon, just under $30, got it cut and programmed at a locksmith for $52, from what I've seen here wayyyy cheaper than the dealer. You'd think that dealerships would offer you a deal on a second one.

I got the Fortin remote start in the tool box waiting for a warmer day to be installed.

Next two for the wish list is, fog light bar mod like the KC light bar front bumper mod but I'm try to come up with a way not to cut the bumper up. Also thinking of rock slider/step bar. I'd like something like this.

Nobody makes any sliders like that yet, it'll have to be custom. They do look good though.

NAMoulton1 · **Joined:** Tue Aug 12, 2014 7:01 pm **Posts:** 1054

Gageraid wrote:

Try to see what your mpg is next time you fill up with a full tank running like that.
I'm excited for ya to get those gears done. That's good stuff.

So my mpg doesn't seem to be hurting too much, 14.5mpg. Considering I travelled the mountain twice and short drives to work and 40mi of 70mph...sounds about right haha.

NAMoulton1 · **Joined:** Tue Aug 12, 2014 7:01 pm **Posts:** 1054

Bmxer524 wrote:

Maybe I'll come to you. You have legal trails lol

I have a couch for you to crash on haha.

Bmxer524 · **Posted:** Tue Feb 10, 2015 2:44 am

NAMoulton1 wrote:

Gageraid wrote:

Try to see what your mpg is next time you fill up with a full tank running like that.
I'm excited for ya to get those gears done. That's good stuff.

So my mpg doesn't seem to be hurting too much, 14.5mpg. Considering I travelled the mountain twice and short drives to work and 40mi of 70mph...sounds about right haha.

Wanna trade mileage? I'm burning more than a 1/4 tank for my commute. Round trip it's about 70 miles, all at 70mph. Only thing is, I hit lights for half the drive... I think it's about 8 lights or so. Either way, it's coming out to about 12mpg.

lfhoward · **Posted:** Tue Feb 10, 2015 9:37 am

Getting inspection and emissions done as I type. Mileage: 97617, with 11617 on the new engine. They are also swapping out my old heim joint track bar ends for the new JBA ones with bushings. Hopefully that will quiet down the rear end.

NAMoulton1 · **Joined:** Tue Aug 12, 2014 7:01 pm **Posts:** 1054

Bmxer524 wrote:

NAMoulton1 wrote:

Gageraid wrote:

Try to see what your mpg is next time you fill up with a full tank running like that.
I'm excited for ya to get those gears done. That's good stuff.

So my mpg doesn't seem to be hurting too much, 14.5mpg. Considering I travelled the mountain twice and short drives to work and 40mi of 70mph...sounds about right haha.

Wanna trade mileage? I'm burning more than a 1/4 tank for my commute. Round trip it's about 70 miles, all at 70mph. Only thing is, I hit lights for half the drive... I think it's about 8 lights or so. Either way, it's coming out to about 12mpg.

The lights is what kills you then haha, I have a 5mi commute (now...9 months ago it was 100mi round trip commute with the stupid mountain haha), with only one stop to show off my ID to get through gate.

But yeah, I'll guide anyone and everyone through my local trails! Well, in a mmonth I will...it's all mountainside trails...covered in ice haha.

Bmxer524 · **Posted:** Tue Feb 10, 2015 3:01 pm

I'm seriously starting to think about regearing when my tax return comes in. These lights kill my mileage, especially since it's in a 55mph zone.

Did you mount the 32s yet? How do they fit?

NAMoulton1 · **Joined:** Tue Aug 12, 2014 7:01 pm **Posts:** 1054

Bmxer524 wrote:

I'm seriously starting to think about regearing when my tax return comes in. These lights kill my mileage, especially since it's in a 55mph zone.

Did you mount the 32s yet? How do they fit?

I would if you get anything over $1000 for tax return haha. Haven't mounted tires yet though, dropping her off Wednesday evening for gears and tires. Just hope they actually listen to what I tell them, this is why I hate shops...

dcbelcher26 · **Posted:** Tue Feb 10, 2015 5:21 pm

Who runs the bilstein 4 inch lift shocks from JBA? Do they limit flex on a 3.5 inch lift or are they good

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Bmxer524 · **Posted:** Tue Feb 10, 2015 5:54 pm

I'm getting about 1k back. But I have a nice chunk of just cash saved. I have to spend a few hundred on things like lights etc. Also really thinking about getting longer rear sway bar links and quick discos for the front.

lfhoward · **Posted:** Tue Feb 10, 2015 6:02 pm

lfhoward wrote:

Getting inspection and emissions done as I type. Mileage: 97617, with 11617 on the new engine. They are also swapping out my old heim joint track bar ends for the new JBA ones with bushings. Hopefully that will quiet down the rear end.

The KK rides like a brand new Jeep with the replacement track bar ends... Totally quiet. Awesome.

Gageraid · **Posted:** Tue Feb 10, 2015 6:20 pm

NAM: I'll check later tonight if it's on my camera. He was on a side street, so it may or may not have captured it.

PALiftedKK · **Posted:** Wed Feb 11, 2015 9:05 am

dcbelcher26 wrote:

Who runs the bilstein 4 inch lift shocks from JBA? Do they limit flex on a 3.5 inch lift or are they good

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if you mean the shock in the picture below.... rough. their great on road, but off road, have a neck brace handy.

PALiftedKK · **Posted:** Wed Feb 11, 2015 9:07 am

Bmxer524 wrote:

I'm getting about 1k back. But I have a nice chunk of just cash saved. I have to spend a few hundred on things like lights etc. Also really thinking about getting longer rear sway bar links and quick discos for the front.

upload your most recent KK photo! I've been dying on seeing it as it currently stands!!!

Bmxer524 · **Posted:** Wed Feb 11, 2015 11:17 am

PALiftedKK wrote:

Bmxer524 wrote:

I'm getting about 1k back. But I have a nice chunk of just cash saved. I have to spend a few hundred on things like lights etc. Also really thinking about getting longer rear sway bar links and quick discos for the front.

upload your most recent KK photo! I've been dying on seeing it as it currently stands!!!

Taken today at my school parking lot. Sitting on a little snow/ice on the passenger side. Also dwarfing the stock height KK Jet edition next to me lol

JeepMonkey190 · **Posted:** Wed Feb 11, 2015 11:42 am

PALiftedKK wrote:

dcbelcher26 wrote:

Who runs the bilstein 4 inch lift shocks from JBA? Do they limit flex on a 3.5 inch lift or are they good

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if you mean the shock in the picture below.... rough. their great on road, but off road, have a neck brace handy.

Get ironman 4x4 shocks that's what I run and they are so smooth all around

PALiftedKK · **Posted:** Wed Feb 11, 2015 11:50 am

Bmxer524 wrote:

PALiftedKK wrote:

Bmxer524 wrote:

I'm getting about 1k back. But I have a nice chunk of just cash saved. I have to spend a few hundred on things like lights etc. Also really thinking about getting longer rear sway bar links and quick discos for the front.

upload your most recent KK photo! I've been dying on seeing it as it currently stands!!!

Taken today at my school parking lot. Sitting on a little snow/ice on the passenger side. Also dwarfing the stock height KK Jet edition next to me lol

nice! with all the talk, im hyped on seeing your tax return improvements! my returns will probably be saved or some needed skid plates and UCA!

dcbelcher26 · **Posted:** Wed Feb 11, 2015 12:13 pm

JeepMonkey190 wrote:

PALiftedKK wrote:

dcbelcher26 wrote:

Who runs the bilstein 4 inch lift shocks from JBA? Do they limit flex on a 3.5 inch lift or are they good

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if you mean the shock in the picture below.... rough. their great on road, but off road, have a neck brace handy.

Get ironman 4x4 shocks that's what I run and they are so smooth all around

Do you mean these? They say they're only for 1.5 inches of lift. I'm getting 3inches

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PALiftedKK · **Posted:** Wed Feb 11, 2015 12:20 pm

dcbelcher26 wrote:

Do you mean these? They say they're only for 1.5 inches of lift. I'm getting 3inches

those are fine. very expensive, but they'll work for your KK. I got bilstiens heavy duty shocks from JBA and those had about about a half inch longer piston and barrel. I have a 3" lift on the front and they have never bottomed / topped out. I ride very rough on trails......

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