Time to catch up this thread for the official announcement of...
Project REBUILD 2014
Why? ...well why not?
Phase 1: Purchase daily driver to take place of VX. Completed August 22nd- RS licensed
Phase 2: Remove 3" bodylift: this includes cutting off rock sliders, pulling air compressor & removing winch plate. Completed August 24th
Phase 3: Install front rock bumper (acquired from Jo). Completed August 26th
Phase 4: Remove IFS and all front drive-train components from VX. Completed September 4th
Phase 5: Install Dana 44 solid axle under VX under the following configuration Completed December 5th
- Jeep Wagoneer Dana 44
- 12" Coilover suspension
- TnT Y-link control arms
Phase 6: Increase rear axle spring height to match front, build adjustable rear control arms
Phase 7: Install 5.38 axle gearing Completed November 7th
Phase 8: Purchase custom front drive shaft, finish front bumper, install rock sliders & air compressor. Completed May 9th 2015 (sigh, day before Moab of course
Future phase: Enlarge wheel wells, increase tire size to 37" tires installed in April 2015, wheel wells fitted properly August 13th
There it is.![]()