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Wakeland replied to the thread 98 XJ - Rock Crawler / Precrawler / Rocklander.Fresh set of 40s. Ready to really try some trails. -
Wakeland replied to the thread 98 XJ - Rock Crawler / Precrawler / Rocklander.Glad to get it driving again. The cage and 1 ton axles took about 4 months to complete. I was worried I might never get it driving again.
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Wakeland replied to the thread 98 XJ - Rock Crawler / Precrawler / Rocklander.I built a cage before I wheeled with the axles, because I thought the heavier axles would tear the unibody in half. Boatside...
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Wakeland replied to the thread 98 XJ - Rock Crawler / Precrawler / Rocklander.Kept the leaf springs in the rear. And same long arm kit in the front. Basically same suspension with super duty axles, so I could...
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Wakeland replied to the thread 98 XJ - Rock Crawler / Precrawler / Rocklander.TIME FOR TONS! I call this the start of version 2.0. I finally understand why everyone says stripping these axles is a terrible time.
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Wakeland replied to the thread 98 XJ - Rock Crawler / Precrawler / Rocklander.Being able to wheel in between small upgrades made the jeep very enjoyable.
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Wakeland replied to the thread 98 XJ - Rock Crawler / Precrawler / Rocklander.Deciding the whole jeep needed some under belly protection. Built a 1/4” thick plate belly skid plate and fuel tank protection.
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Wakeland replied to the thread 98 XJ - Rock Crawler / Precrawler / Rocklander.Smashed the fuel tank in on a rock, destroying the fuel pump. Required an on the trail replacement. Beware to anyone with an xj without...
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Wakeland replied to the thread 98 XJ - Rock Crawler / Precrawler / Rocklander.Enjoying what it was at the time.
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Wakeland replied to the thread 98 XJ - Rock Crawler / Precrawler / Rocklander.A trip up corral canyon connector, took a hard slam and self ejected the roof rack off. If it couldn’t keep up, it want meant to be on...
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Wakeland replied to the thread 98 XJ - Rock Crawler / Precrawler / Rocklander.Custom built a front bumper to hold a winch. I figured whatever trail I can’t make it up, at least I’ll be able to drag myself up, even...
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Wakeland replied to the thread 98 XJ - Rock Crawler / Precrawler / Rocklander.Wanting more turning power, I ported the steering box and added a ram assist. Big improvement for pushing around the 35” tires. A little...
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Wakeland replied to the thread 98 XJ - Rock Crawler / Precrawler / Rocklander.Some of the first trips. Before I started any upgrades.
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Wakeland replied to the thread 98 XJ - Rock Crawler / Precrawler / Rocklander.Here is when I first purchased it. 35s and a long arm kit. A bit heavy overlandish.
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Wakeland posted the thread 98 XJ - Rock Crawler / Precrawler / Rocklander in Rock Crawlers, 4x4, Precrawler.98 Jeep XJ that has evolved over the past few years. Its original purpose was to drive on the street to mild trails, camping, and home...