JK: Mitchell Paterson Wrangler build

[037981]

hi how is everyone going it is about time I introduce myself my name is Mitchell Paterson and I am 21 years old and I am addicted to jeep jks I came out of the closet last year and I can now proudly say it's a jeep thing you wouldn't understand:D:D

I will be posting up my build as I go along be where it will be slow as I am only a apprentice so this will take time as the funds permit


what is on the jeep

(aev snorkel)from Murchison Products.

(KC HiLites Windshield Light Mount Brackets) from Double Black Offroad.

(avenger mako tds 12.0lb winch)from torq4x4.

(Rigid Dually D2 LED Spot Light)from Double Black Offroad.

(JK Smart Door Hinge x4)from Double Black Offroad.

(Smittybilt Neoprene Front Seat and Rear Seat Cover)from Double Black Offroad.

(DBOR JK Wild Kit 3" Speedbump Fox Shock) from Double Black Offroad.

(DBOR Bull Bar)from Double Black Offroad.

(FlashZilla to give the jk a bit more power and tq and dynamic EGR delete)from malone tuning.

not installed yet
(JK Tow Hitch) from Double Black Offroad.

(DTEC Wiring Harness 7-Pin) from Double Black Offroad.

(AEV rear mudflaps) Murchison Products.

(aev JK Rear Bumper / Tire Carrier) Murchison Products.

(aev Fuel Caddy)from Murchison Products.

I have most likely forgot something but for now this will do

Kind regards
Mitchell Paterson

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sorry everyone about the large photos I will try and get some more photos tomorrow

[JasperJ]

Nothing wrong with the size of the pics there Mitchell. It's very clean under there! I remember when my fuel tank skid looked like that. Nice shocks too.

Get rid of that rear muffler as well, it's 10 kilos of dead weight.

[walldog]

Looks good

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yes I have already got rid of the rear muffler replaced with a straight piece of stainless steel pipe $70 I assure you it's not clean anymore

tomorrow afternoon I will post up picture of my home-made differential breather kit and some miscellaneous photos

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[brenttj]

what tyre you going mate

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I ran the diff up in to the bonnet

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[Nemesis]

nice wiring..... dude! tidy that up and put some tubing over it... you can get tape in black too... :)

its a fire waiting to happen....

[037981]

yeah I know I quickly did it I am going to tidy it up asap when I get my Aux Fuse Box and daystar jeep switch panel

[037981]

there is a relay and fuse you're right it is a fire waiting to happen have disconnected it in till I get the appropriate electrical gear

[walldog]

Mate, I know it's a Arse load of money on an apprentice wage but have a look at this
http://www.shopwiredhdh.com/servlet/the-Relay-Systems/Categories
Itl save you money in the long run, mine is awaiting me finding a reliable sparky to wire it all together, last bloke can go &@$;?! Himself

[037981]

it looks good but where am I going to put it ?
I will be able to use the daystar switch panel with it not too sure anyone know

[037981]

finally got it on I must say this is most definitely more harder than the snorkel the snorkel was a piece of cake to install

there was a couple of minor issues that I ran into on the spindle housing they forgot to Fred the whole for the zerk fitting so I had to go by a thread tap tool also on the tyre carrier Mount the bolt wasn't long enough for the stock tyre so I had to go to Bunnings in true Bunnings spirit they didn't have the right bolt so I had to go to autobahn thank God they did
other then that everything went together pretty good
http://i690.photobucket.com/albums/vv265/037981/IMG_0108.jpg

[walldog]

Looking good mate, put it under the abs unit, and it should work

[CRDSTU]

Good to see you've got it on Mitch but there's plenty of aligning of the plastic tanks and bar height I can see yet to do!! The gaps should be alot closer than that

Have you also greased the spindle and done a few rotations?

There are 2 bolts on the kit for that tyre holder setup.

So when are you flogging that front bar off so we can get an AEV Premium on there ;)

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hi Stuart

yes I have greased the spindle pump a lot of inox mx8 GREASE in it and it is working very good

for the alignment I will have a look at it after work tomorrow I see what you mean

mate I like the aev premium front bar but my avenger mako tds 12.0lb winch will not fit in it lol

[037981]

I had a little bit of difficulties with the jeep leaking oil from the sump plug the copper washer should have been replaced last service but the mechanic did my service didn't realise that jeep are scrunchie and don't include the copper washer with the filter so he reused it

So I went to autobahn and got a replacement copper washer all good now

[037981]

just a small update

I have ordered a VMS TOURING 700HD for 699 and got a deal with the 4wd action magazine I got the unit and 10 issues of Australian 4WD Action + 10 Action + Adventure pretty good I think

I'm just sorting out the Gtechniq C1+ paint protection it is a very long process has to be done correct every step otherwise it will destroy your paint and it won't come off but I have done it before on my brothers car and it definitely works.

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just bought a few more things from Bill jks swaybar disconnects and track bar brace and ppm Bolt kit

also picked up a good deal the top of the line sidchrome 69 piece toolkit and box from Bunnings warehouse for 150 dollars if you're looking for good set jump on the deal

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[walldog]

Nice Mitch, what's the quality like ?

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Nice Mitch, what's the quality like ?

I actually haven't used it yet but it has a lifetime warranty and like I said it's the top of the line I went to trade tools the other day and you couldn't even buy one spanners set they had the 8 to 19mm spanners set alone it was 159 so it is a pretty good deal

I am making this box up so I can chuck in the back of the jeep just need to get a few more things to add

http://www.sidchrome.com.au/product/7952/limited-edition-69-piece-1-4-1-2-tool-set-metric-af-?newproducts=true

[037981]

got my vms gps unit today haven't put it in the jeep yet but it's bloody massive I will have to investigate tomorrow where I am going to put it

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How to professionally install paint protection /detail your car in detail your car


Hi I thought I would post up this as this may help someone now I'm not a professional but I most certainly know what I'm doing there is a lot of steps many people overlook even some professionals so-called professionals remember every step adds to the final finish quality detailing is hard work that is why many professionals skip steps and do half ass jobs as it would cost them way too much to do it properly if you go have a look to see how much they charge to install paint protection you would have a heart attack

(1)the most important step is decontamination this involves a good wash and a good clay bar to get rid of all the contaminants
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(2)Next step polishing the first pad I will be using is an aggressive cutting pad and p1
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(3)Next polishing step I will be using a medium cutting pad again using p1
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(4) Next polishing step will be finishing pad starting off with p1 and ending using the finishing polish p2
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(5)Not quite ready yet for the c1 protection you need to remove all traces of the polish using isopropyl alcohol repeat this step two times this is critical otherwise c1 will not bond to the paint
At I forgot to take photos

(6) Now you're ready for the c1 coating you use very little a couple of tips of the bottle will go far way for a whole jeep 30ml is just enough
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Here is the finished result
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[Mudder]

wow thats a shiny jeep, good job mate, where did you get the products?

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wow thats a shiny jeep, good job mate, where did you get the products?

I used to buy Gtechniq Form the shop in Australia but they stopped selling c1 because itt is only meant for professional use because if you don't do it right it is hard to clean off so now I buy it from http://www.theultimatefinish.co.uk/ Way cheaper than Australia and reasonable Shipping costs

Gtechniq Make really high-quality products

[037981]

I ordered some stuff off eBay haven't got it yet


the following
PRO VENT 200

and the 75 dollar Filter set AIR OIL FUEL FILTER KIT see what it looks like when it comes
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=261075637409&ssPageName=ADME:L:PMR:AU:1123

I have two get some black paint to paint chassis and axles In some places is rusting

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I am very excited I have just put down my deposit for my Dynatrac ProRock 44 Unlimited fully loaded with rcv 35 spline axles and 35 spline arb locker


the rear will get the Super 44 Rear Axle Kit with 35 spline ARB Air Locker

for anyone who is contemplating going to 37" tyres it cost a lot of money
but I want to do it correctly once

thanks to CRDSTU at Murchison Products

cheers mitchell:p:p:D;)

[Postal]

Nice looking Jeep mate, this going to be a track only car or you gonna run the gauntlet with the 37's on the road? I'm still tossing up between 34 (to keep it legal) or 35's...really like the idea of having insurance however :D

[037981]

Nice looking Jeep mate, this going to be a track only car or you gonna run the gauntlet with the 37's on the road? I'm still tossing up between 34 (to keep it legal) or 35's...really like the idea of having insurance however :D

no definitely not going to run the 37" gauntlet if it was legal yeah

I will be running some 34" of some description

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my spod turned up today let me tell you it is a quality unit I have already found a spot for it to go the source unit is on top of the brakeControl Unit on the right side ie the opposite side to petrol near the airbox Iam going to make up a bracket to tie into the existing 2 boltholes

[Magnum PI]

my spod turned up today let me tell you it is a quality unit I have already found a spot for it to go the source unit is on top of the brakeControl Unit on the right side ie the opposite side to petrol near the airbox Iam going to make up a bracket to tie into the existing 2 boltholes

Same spot i mounted my one, great item, you will love it

[037981]

I've got some good news I decided to get my brackets made up by buds customs I ended up getting A ARB dual air COMPRESSOR bracket to suit left-hand side rear tyre arch I also got the spod bracket made up still in its development though. also got a simple bracket for the provent 200

I took plenty of photos of the spod bracket however photobucket is being a pain

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I have completed my spod looks very nice to me to use it I will do right up later on

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[MRGC]

I have completed my spod looks very nice to me to use it I will do right up later on

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I'm installing my spod and would like to mount in the same position where did get the bracket, is it from ARB and you cut the holes or a complete custom, if so can you get another made up and how much?

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I'm installing my spod and would like to mount in the same position where did get the bracket, is it from ARB and you cut the holes or a complete custom, if so can you get another made up and how much?



I got the bracket made up at bides Customs
sales@budscustoms.com.au
3/116 Compton Rd Woodridge QLD 4114
0417 708 598
should still have the design in the computer



http://www.budscustoms.com.au/

[sladey]

crd engine bays look so crowded compared to the 3.8, worth it though.

[MRGC]

I got the bracket made up at bides Customs
sales@budscustoms.com.au
3/116 Compton Rd Woodridge QLD 4114
0417 708 598
should still have the design in the computer



http://www.budscustoms.com.au/

Website doesn't work, I'll email him.

[MRGC]

It's on order, Thanx for the referral!

[037981]

It's on order, Thanx for the referral!

that's okay
just a few things if you scroll down and look at the photos I have the one with the old bracket and new bracket side-by-side as you can see the latch is not drilled out so you will have to drill them out yourself on the new bracket

there is a vibration issue you just got to bend the bracket otherwise it will vibrate at low rpm since bending the bracket it hasn't made any sounds I think I just bent it up a little bit

[MRGC]

that's okay
just a few things if you scroll down and look at the photos I have the one with the old bracket and new bracket side-by-side as you can see the latch is not drilled out so you will have to drill them out yourself on the new bracket

there is a vibration issue you just got to bend the bracket otherwise it will vibrate at low rpm since bending the bracket it hasn't made any sounds I think I just bent it up a little bit

Spewin just realized the location I was intending installing the spod I can't due to the safari snorkel which covers the abs area.

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Spewin just realized the location I was intending installing the spod I can't due to the safari snorkel which covers the abs area.

that's no good I don't know of any other places you can put it
if you have already paid for it there is other people interested you could perhaps sell it to the following (Jeep To Be) or (Yt2)

but before you do that have a good look to see if you can think of any other places

[MRGC]

that's no good I don't know of any other places you can put it
if you have already paid for it there is other people interested you could perhaps sell it to the following (Jeep To Be) or (Yt2)

but before you do that have a good look to see if you can think of any other places

That's the plan, the only spot with space is next to the master cylinder.

[MRGC]

Just found a spot for the spod using the original bracket.
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/04/21/9a4e2ezy.jpg
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/04/21/dymeryva.jpg

So will be selling the custom bracket for the spod.

[MRGC]

Having trouble installing the switch panel, it goes on ok but no clearence for the sunvisor also not completely centered, am I missing something or followed the instructions wrong?http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/08/vutu4yva.jpghttp://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/08/7atypety.jpghttp://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/08/u7u3u4up.jpg

[037981]

sorry for late reply

yet I was thinking about putting mine in that spot however I am going to be putting a oil catch can in that spot

as for your installation of the switch panel I didn't have the issue have you e-mailed the company they should be able to help you and they good to deal with as well

[jeep112]

What do you guys plan on running via the spod, on your crds?

[jeep112]

I've got some good news I decided to get my brackets made up by buds customs I ended up getting A ARB dual air COMPRESSOR bracket to suit left-hand side rear tyre arch I also got the spod bracket made up still in its development though. also got a simple bracket for the provent 200

I took plenty of photos of the spod bracket however photobucket is being a pain

http://i690.photobucket.com/albums/vv265/037981/IMG_0586_zpsbe171963.jpg

http://i690.photobucket.com/albums/vv265/037981/IMG_0584_zpsc474f5e4.jpg
Do you reckon bud would still have these designs?
Any pics of the arb twin bracket installed?
Do you have the locker manifold also?

[walldog]

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[jeep112]

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Mesaage or call budscustoms.
I nessaged him on facebook and he said he still had both designs.
Never got back to me pics or pricing though....

[walldog]

Ta will do


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[cyberil]

Hi

I'm from the UK and have a RHD Diesel also. I've just ordered the SPOD and the bracket from Buds Customs. I was wondering if it all fits OK and works OK.

Paul

[humdingerslammer]

Good build report but you have either too much money or too much time... r u an apprentice. Is your moniker your number plate #? I would change moniker if it is.

[MRGC]

Hi



I'm from the UK and have a RHD Diesel also. I've just ordered the SPOD and the bracket from Buds Customs. I was wondering if it all fits OK and works OK.



Paul


Provided you don't have a safari snorkel also if you buy the SE spod I installed one last week but modified the bracket to fit here are some pics.
http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/06/27716aff97973a73a37aeabb52c24fe5.jpghttp://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/06/ad28ebc6db375dd71d4ca361f733e1c3.jpghttp://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/06/52daf96ca740bb2707bd582714250595.jpghttp://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/06/8996c412b3a1893ab057e467848b402e.jpg


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[cyberil]

Hi, thanks for the reply.

I ordered the standard Spod not the SE and the bracket from Buds Customs. I don't have a snorkel either. Hoping it'll all fit in OK?

Paul

[walldog]

Hmmm I'm gonna have to look into that bracket looks just what I need


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