Hey JEEP guys (Not a RHINO thread)

[WYRD]

http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b61/WhosYoRiverDaddy/Cars/2006JeepRubicon019.jpg
Just bought mine, lets hit the trails:D

[Dave C]

jeeps are so five minutes ago... you know its all about the rhino...:rolleyes: :rolleyes:

[phebus]

I'm ready to ride, but just don't park in my driveway. What's the puddle underneath?

[WYRD]

I'm ready to ride, but just don't park in my driveway. What's the puddle underneath?
AC condensation;)

[charlyox]

Rubicon up dude. Congrats. I took mine out to my river house in October. If it's too cold or windy to go boating ,we go jeepin'.
I put a K&N air filter on it and it made a world of difference.

[Kilrtoy]

When u coming out....

[OCMerrill]

Well look at that! A Rubi....:D
Very rare here on ***boat;)
Solar Yellow is a nice color. Looks hardly used at all or did you find a leftover on a lot somewhere?

[WYRD]

When u coming out....
April 6th you in town that weekend?

[WYRD]

Well look at that! A Rubi....:D
Very rare here on ***boat;)
Solar Yellow is a nice color. Looks hardly used at all or did you find a leftover on a lot somewhere?
we went in to look at the 07 rubi and found this new 06 tucked back in the corner. I looked for the yellow rubi last year but could not find anymore (I had to settle for the soft top but I can always buy a ht later)best part is they still had the 0% dealio going for the 06 model:)

[Kilrtoy]

April 6th you in town that weekend?
As of right now yes, unless something opens up elsewhere

[Mr. Naudio]

http://i12.tinypic.com/3yc9af4.jpg
gota work but do plan on being there march 31st

[phebus]

http://i12.tinypic.com/3yc9af4.jpg
gota work but do plan on being there march 31st
Wow, that is really nice!!! Are you still selling it (free spam-a-lama)? :)

[Mr. Naudio]

Wow, that is really nice!!! Are you still selling it (free spam-a-lama)? :)
Morning Rick sorry I missed the birthday party at the turtle.
Think Ill just keep the Jeep scared everybody that drove it either to tall to fast to mean or to mine:D

[twowheeledfish]

Got one too!
http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e208/twowheeledfish/DSC01062.jpg

[WYRD]

Got one too!
http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e208/twowheeledfish/DSC01062.jpg
I like that terrian where is this?

[Run_em_Hard]

Congrats on the purchase Shane...you finally got what you wanted.:D

[Music to my Ears]

I need one of these. What should I expect to spend on a nice used one that's ready to go? I realize that's a pretty subjective question but a ball park would be cool.

[Cole Trickle]

I need one of these. What should I expect to spend on a nice used one that's ready to go? I realize that's a pretty subjective question but a ball park would be cool.
Depends on the year and how nice you want.
Jeeps are like Classic VW bugs....It is hard to find a decent one for less than $5000 no matter how old it is.
There was a really nice newer jeep in the classified section for about 20K a week ago.
Make sure you get the 4.0L 6cyl:)

[Music to my Ears]

Depends on the year and how nice you want.
Jeeps are like Classic VW bugs....It is hard to find a decent one for less than $5000 no matter how old it is.
There was a really nice newer jeep in the classified section for about 20K a week ago.
Make sure you get the 4.0L 6cyl:)
Thanks. So it sounds like I can find something for 8-10k (my budget) that would work. Anything else besides the 4.0 that I should be looking for?

[WYRD]

Thanks. So it sounds like I can find something for 8-10k (my budget) that would work. Anything else besides the 4.0 that I should be looking for?
you can find some really nice ones for that price, if youre just going to use it for a toy then some have really cool mods done to them but if youre gonna drive it everyday stay away from lifts and big tires in my opinion.
BTW is your house rented for the weekend of april 6?

[bullseye]

river daddy ,congrads , now lets git that jeep out there and see what is made of , I got a 91' 3.5" lift with the springs and 1 1/4" lift in the shackles ,locked up front and rear,4.11 gears ,33x12.5 BF s , heading out to CLAICO to run Oddesa and Duran this weekend , bring it on out and and lets go crawl some rocks , if you have neve been there it is a lot of fun and some very nice canyons and a great view .Again congrads and they do make some nice lift kits for those .

[WYRD]

river daddy ,congrads , now lets git that jeep out there and see what is made of , I got a 91' 3.5" lift with the springs and 1 1/4" lift in the shackles ,locked up front and rear,4.11 gears ,33x12.5 BF s , heading out to CLAICO to run Oddesa and Duran this weekend , bring it on out and and lets go crawl some rocks , if you have neve been there it is a lot of fun and some very nice canyons and a great view .Again congrads and they do make some nice lift kits for those .
What day are you going to Calico? I live in Hesperia so I could meet you guys out there, give me a time and place and we will be there
WYRD

[Cole Trickle]

Thanks. So it sounds like I can find something for 8-10k (my budget) that would work. Anything else besides the 4.0 that I should be looking for?
10K will buy you a nice jeep to play with.
Honestly I know about enough to get me in trouble.
I would do some searching on jeep sites or ask around here. Everyone will have there opinion but you should be able to weed through the bs and find what works best for you. I personally like the more recent jeeps...seems to be a little more refined and AC is a nice bonus for Havasu.
Thay all suck for long trips on the freeway.(I would love to have 1 for a third car but i could never drive one daily)

[Phat Daddy]

What day are you going to Calico? I live in Hesperia so I could meet you guys out there, give me a time and place and we will be there
WYRD
Let me know... I'll bring the Rhino.:D :D :D

[bullseye]

R D we are going out Friday nite and staying thru the weekend , we are suppose to camp in the overflow section at Calico , off roading ,beer and food good times , , My jeep is black and a little beat up , going out with my family and friend come on out . JAMES R
ps also my brothers shop can get lift kit for you and install them and he has apartner that has a tire shop and they will be there also

[NdaWind]

I gots mine too

[NdaWind]

Thanks. So it sounds like I can find something for 8-10k (my budget) that would work. Anything else besides the 4.0 that I should be looking for?
Depends on what you want to do with it. I would go with at least a 97 or newer with the 4.0 6 cyclinder. The other motor is a guttless 4 banger. Doesn't have to have a lot of mods as you can always build the jeep for what you are going to use it for. The stock jeep is very capable of doing a lot of the trails and you can learn real fast what YOU like. Then Just Empty Every Pocket.

[djunkie]

Let me know... I'll bring the Rhino.:D :D :D
:D :D :D

[Troy McClure]

Thanks. So it sounds like I can find something for 8-10k (my budget) that would work. Anything else besides the 4.0 that I should be looking for?
You should check some of the Jeep forums for vehicles for sale, it's a good place to start.
Try these
http://www.rubiconownersforum.com/phpbb2/index.php
http://www.jeepsunlimited.com/forums/index.php
I believe that OCMerrill (above a few posts) is a mod on that second one. Either that or someone else has that same name there.

[Music to my Ears]

Thanks everyone for your insight. I think I have a bit more to learn before I jump in.:)
BTW is your house rented for the weekend of april 6?
WYRD, it is available that weekend. I'm coming out mid-week. Just let me know if you want it.

[TahitiTiger]

yes please come visit JUOT, (Jeeps Unlimited Off Topic). :D
Otherwise heres mine
http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e369/Qckslvr/jeep015.jpg

[bilgewiper]

Luckily use mine as a 3rd car. Kids convinced me to pull the top and doors last week (1 month earlier trhan usual) and now it is starting to rain......LOL!
Daughter just got her permit (and me another wave of grey hair) and of coarse wanted to drive it. Told her she is not driving this thing on anything but surface streets. An emergency lane change at 70mph for a inexperianced driver would be disasterous. http://i65.photobucket.com/albums/h217/bilgewiper/1-22-06008SmallWinCE.jpg

[1 Baja Guy]

http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b61/WhosYoRiverDaddy/Cars/2006JeepRubicon019.jpg
Just bought mine, lets hit the trails:D
Here's mine.. Can be had for $3700.00 Everything works including the AC.. Cant get that in a Rhino.
http://www.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=26921&d=1174429999
http://www.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=26922&d=1174430017

[djunkie]

Here's mine.. Can be had for $3700.00 Everything works including the AC.. Cant get that in a Rhino.
http://www.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=26921&d=1174429999
http://www.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=26922&d=1174430017
Can't go here in a Jeep either. :devil: :devil:
Quad trails have posts that won't allow a jeep to fit through. But the Rhino fits. :D :D
http://www.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=26927&stc=1&d=1174430883
http://www.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=26928&stc=1&d=1174430883

[1 Baja Guy]

I guess you got me there

[djunkie]

I guess you got me there
Don't get me wrong. Jeeps are awesome. I have friends with them and we have had a lot of good times in them but the Rhino is just so much more nimble and quick. You can drive it like a trophy truck and they take a beating. Not metion they fit on some tight trails. I really didn't need a 3rd vehicle so the Rhino was the way to go. :D :D

[1 Baja Guy]

I got mine so I can leave it in Havi , to use to launch my boat when I ride my harley out there from Cali.. Can you do that with your Rhino? :D :D :D :D

[WYRD]

I got mine so I can leave it in Havi , to use to launch my boat when I ride my harley out there from Cali.. Can you do that with your Rhino? :D :D :D :D
I am sure he could ride his rhino to havi, it might take a while though:D

[Phat Daddy]

Don't get me wrong. Jeeps are awesome. I have friends with them and we have had a lot of good times in them but the Rhino is just so much more nimble and quick. You can drive it like a trophy truck and they take a beating. Not metion they fit on some tight trails. I really didn't need a 3rd vehicle so the Rhino was the way to go. :D :D
Your calling 50mph a trophy truck.... bahahahahahhahahahahahaha:D :D :D
Damn I thought you were a cheerleader when you had the Goof cart but your going over the edge now.:D :D :D

[WYRD]

Your calling 50mph a trophy truck.... bahahahahahhahahahahahaha:D :D :D
Damn I thought you were a cheerleader when you had the Goof cart but your going over the edge now.:D :D :D
Now this is funny:D

[1 Baja Guy]

I am sure he could ride his rhino to havi, it might take a while though:D
Yeah he wouldnt even have to lift in the construction zone LMAO :) :) :) :)

[MR.rvrluvr]

lets do it. I've got a stocker but have yet to get it stuck.
Just give me a time and place

[djunkie]

I got mine so I can leave it in Havi , to use to launch my boat when I ride my harley out there from Cali.. Can you do that with your Rhino? :D :D :D :D
Nope, thats why I bought my big ass crew cab chevy. :D :D

[OCMerrill]

You should check some of the Jeep forums for vehicles for sale, it's a good place to start.
Try these
http://www.rubiconownersforum.com/phpbb2/index.php
http://www.jeepsunlimited.com/forums/index.php
I believe that OCMerrill (above a few posts) is a mod on that second one. Either that or someone else has that same name there.
I don't frequent JU much anymore. There is only so much Jeep Tech one can take and arguing about the same things over and over:mad:. I read on rubi-owners as they are a bit more friendly. OCMerrill is my name on both sites.
I am no jeep expert as this is my first. I am slowly setting it up to rock crawl (something a Rhino just is not suited for) w/ 35's and a series of lifts, bumpers, etc. The family loves it. We used to have an International Scout II (for many years) and were in a club, wheeled the piss out of that thing but kids came and I bailed out for a while. I should have kept it as they are becoming valuable.
We should all ban together for a Jeep run (Rhinos too as I am not a Hater:) )
We absolutely dig our Unlimited.
Also Jeep rule....ONE IS TO NOT add receipts on mods. Same as a boat:D
As long as the credit card is good just keep swiping. Also I purchase most my stuff from Northridge4x4.com in Washington. Great people.
Also I would avoid 4-wheel parts...enough said.

[Throttle]

I'm ready to ride, but just don't park in my driveway. What's the puddle underneath?
you would be ready, only if you could find your keys...

[phebus]

you would be ready, only if you could find your keys...
My daughgter (with a purse the size of a suitcase), went to work yesterday in Linda's car, while she had every set (3) of keys to my Jeep in her purse.
Left me stranded.

[Throttle]

My daughgter (with a purse the size of a suitcase), went to work yesterday in Linda's car, while she had every set (3) of keys to my Jeep in her purse.
Left me stranded.
you shoulda called me... I got a spare for ya...

[Sportin' Wood]

I don't frequent JU much anymore. There is only so much Jeep Tech one can take and arguing about the same things over and over:mad:.
Your not kidding.

[Troy McClure]

I don't frequent JU much anymore. There is only so much Jeep Tech one can take and arguing about the same things over and over:mad:. I read on rubi-owners as they are a bit more friendly. OCMerrill is my name on both sites.
Sorry, for some reason I thought that you were a moderator over there.
I prefer ROF too but don't mind JU, Pirate4x4, now those guys are HARSH.

[CAHotRodBoy]

95ZJ, 5.2, NP249, 5.5" RE, 285/70-17 X Terains, 4.56 gears, OX locker D30, Detroit D35, armored up with KOR stuff, lengthened adjustable CA's, long arms on the way. Let's go wheeling! :D

[upsman105]

I heard there is a really really nice one in the spam section all set up and ready to go, ac, lift, low low miles...:D :D

[Troy McClure]

I heard there is a really really nice one in the spam section all set up and ready to go, ac, lift, low low miles...:D :D
That's a good looking rig, supprised you haven't sold it yet.

[upsman105]

yeah me too.... hits auto trader next week. I've got time, it will sell. hopefully, its a really nice jeep.

[1030]

http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b61/WhosYoRiverDaddy/Cars/2006JeepRubicon019.jpg
Just bought mine, lets hit the trails:D
http://i166.photobucket.com/albums/u103/1030x/samari1sttimeout011-1.jpg

[OCMerrill]

Your not kidding.
Not your favorite place either? It seems there is allot of "Bench 4x ers" just waiting for the argument to begin. Always the same 10 topics. For example the guy that claims that cold air intake mod made some good power and then all the no it didn't chime in...yes it did...Who fawkin cares.
Sorry, for some reason I thought that you were a moderator over there.
I prefer ROF too but don't mind JU, Pirate4x4, now those guys are HARSH.
Not a mod on JU. Many posts but I would not dream of it there. I was asked if I was interested to MOD the Woodalls Class C campers forum (which I have been a regular sense 2001. Promptly said...nope.
Pirate 4x4 is just brutal. A basically intelligent question could just go sideways on pirate for no good reason. I read only...only sometimes.
With jeeps and off-roading in general...talking only goes so far. One has to get the thing dirty to "get it".
What do you have Troy?

[1030]

one more!
http://i166.photobucket.com/albums/u103/1030x/samari1sttimeout015-2.jpg

[Troy McClure]

What do you have Troy?
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/3216IMG_0228.jpg

[Todd969]

http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/3216IMG_0228.jpg
Wow! we almost have twins:D
http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r103/todd969/101_1475.jpg?t=1174450576

[Troy McClure]

Wow! we almost have twins:D
http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r103/todd969/101_1475.jpg?t=1174450576
Pretty close, I haven't done anything to mine yet except cosmetic. Plan on doing the lift, tires etc, etc once summer gets here and boating season start up full swing.:D :D

[The Jerk]

not a jeep. but i enjoy getting dirty. although this trip was a bit more snow than i wanted....
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j60/flexedcj5/Zombie%20Snow%20Run%2007/SnowRun2007004.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v356/Bryanwhitaker/RockZombie%20Winter%20Run/Picture048.jpg
woke up to 4feet plus it never let up all freaking day...
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v356/Bryanwhitaker/RockZombie%20Winter%20Run/Picture057.jpg

[OCMerrill]

http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/3216IMG_0228.jpg
I remember now...sorry about that. We were at Johnson Valley the same weekend and did not know it.
I remember your bitchen pic on top of the small dunes.
Heres a real poor pic of ours first trip to Johnson Valley with the jeep 2 mo's old. Camped on Soggy October of '05. I dont have any current pics with mods. I need to do that.
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/DSC00580.JPG
Pismo in '05 - New car smell
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/DSC01837.JPG

[Troy McClure]

That was it

[BadKachina]

not a jeep. but i enjoy getting dirty. although this trip was a bit more snow than i wanted....
Nice toy.........;)
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/Picture_129.jpg

[Outnumbered]

Can't go here in a Jeep either. :devil: :devil:
Quad trails have posts that won't allow a jeep to fit through. But the Rhino fits. :D :D
And ya can't go here in a Rhino or a Jeep:D
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/DSCN0687.JPG
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/DSCN0684.JPG

[Sportin' Wood]

Not your favorite place either? It seems there is allot of "Bench 4x ers" just waiting for the argument to begin. Always the same 10 topics. For example the guy that claims that cold air intake mod made some good power and then all the no it didn't chime in...yes it did...Who fawkin cares.
Pirate 4x4 is just brutal. A basically intelligent question could just go sideways on pirate for no good reason. I read only...only sometimes.
I could never get on that site. I had an argument on a board I used to own with a JU guy and I could never get on that board.
You have to ease into Pirate and earn a place before you can get into the thick of things over there. Its a great site for info, but has been diluted over the years with stupid stuff. Its a bummer when you search a subject and half the posts are people say search newbie! In the early years you could not beat the content of that site.

[1 Baja Guy]

And ya can't go here in a Rhino or a Jeep:D
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/DSCN0687.JPG
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/DSCN0684.JPG
Looks like a nice single track... but something missing...a green and yellow bike looks like a ad :D :D :D

[Phat Daddy]

And ya can't go here in a Rhino or a Jeep:D
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/DSCN0687.JPG
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/DSCN0684.JPG
Ohhhhhh, your going to make Dflakie blow a head gasket after seeing this.:mad: He'll one up you, I guarantee it. He'll bust out the picture of his Rhino in the bed of his truck, in the carpool lane doing 80, in stop and go traffic, on a major Holiday weekend.... place your bets people.:D :D :D :rolleyes:

[TexasChopper]

warming up in GA...time to go have some fun minus the top and doors
http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r286/TexasChopper/DSC01858.jpg

[Outnumbered]

Looks like a nice single track... but something missing...a green and yellow bike looks like a ad :D :D :D
No Green or Yellow that day but you can see my Orange scooter up in the front of the line.:D

[Outnumbered]

warming up in GA...time to go have some fun minus the top and doors
http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r286/TexasChopper/DSC01858.jpg
Nice JK

[Troy McClure]

warming up in GA...time to go have some fun minus the top and doors
http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r286/TexasChopper/DSC01858.jpg
That is a good looking jeep. I don't think I've seen too many of the JK's around yet but I know that the dealers around here aren't, well, dealing.

[mbrown2]

Work in Progress...should be pretty trick once these aftermarket guys get their act together...
http://www.hotboatpics.com/pics/data/500/653Jeep_JK_001-448.jpg
http://www.hotboatpics.com/pics/data/500/653Jeep_JK_004-448.jpg

[Outnumbered]

Work in Progress...should be pretty trick once these aftermarket guys get their act together...
http://www.hotboatpics.com/pics/data/500/653Jeep_JK_001-448.jpg
http://www.hotboatpics.com/pics/data/500/653Jeep_JK_004-448.jpg
Looks great. Give us some details.

[mbrown2]

Looks great. Give us some details.
Thanks :)
07 JK Unlimited Sahara
07 Rubi Wheels Powdercoated
Full Traction Ultimate 3" lift
Hankook Dynapro 35's
Pure Jeep Stubby/Winch Bumper (TMax Comp Synthetic Winch DOA :()
Jeeperman rear bumper on order
4.88 Gears will be installed with lockers
Lockers not released yet
On Board Air to come
Rockrails not released yet
Bumper hoop and offroad lights still to come..
Need to get it dirty...about time :)

[Troy McClure]

Thanks :)
07 JK Unlimited Sahara
07 Rubi Wheels Powdercoated
Full Traction Ultimate 3" lift
Hankook Dynapro 35's
Pure Jeep Stubby/Winch Bumper (TMax Comp Synthetic Winch DOA :()
Jeeperman rear bumper on order
4.88 Gears will be installed with lockers
Lockers not released yet
On Board Air to come
Rockrails not released yet
Bumper hoop and offroad lights still to come..
Need to get it dirty...about time :)
Nice Mods... I was thinking about just rattle canning my wheels ('06 Moabs) But think I might do the powdercoat as well.
Your Jeep looks great. :)

[twowheeledfish]

I like that terrian where is this?
An area in Plumas County called the High Lakes. About 6k' elevation.

[bullseye]

WYRD www.myjeeprocks.com is a site of a friend ,it is a family site ,and the people are very nice and helpfull ,not a lot of B.S. ,we are local to in Apple Valley,we do a lot of local run around town .

[WYRD]

WYRD www.myjeeprocks.com is a site of a friend ,it is a family site ,and the people are very nice and helpfull ,not a lot of B.S. ,we are local to in Apple Valley,we do a lot of local run around town .
I will check it out thanks. Talked with the GF and we might head up Sat am, what time are you guys hitting the trails?
WYRD

[bullseye]

WYRD probabley about 9 or so ,after breakfast and a bloodymary, we will be BBQ ing after more than welcome to stay ,hope you make it out

[WYRD]

WYRD probabley about 9 or so ,after breakfast and a bloodymary, we will be BBQ ing after more than welcome to stay ,hope you make it out
the website says the calico trip is March 30 to April 1st are you going this weekend or next?

[bullseye]

WYRD Im going this weekend with my family and some other friends ,dont think Im going to go there the next weekend went last year and just way to many jeeps ,did not make half the trail because to many people and it got late

[WYRD]

Thanks Bullseye I got your number so we will call if were gonna make it

[77Woodbridge]

Under construction...
Was my daily driver for 10 years. Stock 84 cj7:
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/medium/Picture_5_.jpg
Building custom frame from 2x4x3/16 tube. All chevy running gear. 327, sm465, np205, full width 44 up front, 14 bolt rear, 6 point cage tied to frame. My goal is to be wheelin' by June 1st. All cash donations accepted. :D
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/medium/2x4Frame_jpeg.jpg

[pixilatedpussy]

Your calling 50mph a trophy truck.... bahahahahahhahahahahahaha:D :D :D
Damn I thought you were a cheerleader when you had the Goof cart but your going over the edge now.:D :D :D
LMFAO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!

[WYRD]

Hey Bullseye not sure if you left yet but we will be there tommorow morning about 8:30
WYRD

[ZZ-Man]

Mbrown 2, Mike That looks pretty good. It looks like its coming together.

[mbrown2]

Mbrown 2, Mike That looks pretty good. It looks like its coming together.
Thx Babo...:)

[dossangers]

http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/DSC00174.JPGIll jump in 78 cj7 AMX 401 eng http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/DSC00966.JPG