Jeep Wrangler JK Build
I purchased a 2009 Jeep Wrangler in 2021 with around 118,000 miles. The initial plan was to install a lift, gears, locker, different wheels, and 33” tires. Upon further inspection it needed some catchup in the maintenance department before any modifications could be made. This will be the main build post; I’ll update this as the project evolves.
Maintenance
- Valve cover gaskets
- Oil pan gasket
- Serpentine belt and tensioner
- Transfer case oil change
- Transmission service filter and pan (with drain plug)
- Flush coolant
- Clean out heater core
- Brake pads and rotors
- Front ball joints and bushings
Modifications
- AEV Dual sport 2.5” lift
- Rancho RS62103 geometry correction brackets
- Quadratec Moab Wheel in 17x8.5 with 5.2in Backspace
- BFG A/T KO2 33” tires (LT285/70R17)
- Eaton 913A589 Detroit Truetrac Rear 30 Spline Differential for Dana 44
- Dana 4.10 gears and install kit
- Front Dana 44 Rubicon Locking front axle
- Wire up front e locker