TRX-4 2017 Jeep JK

[zohn]

I'm running those HK special axles on my trx4. The only fitment issue I had was needing to remove some paint on the tabs the rod ends mount between.

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[carpetfuzz17]

Originally Posted by zohn

I'm running those HK special axles on my trx4. The only fitment issue I had was needing to remove some paint on the tabs the rod ends mount between.

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I did notice the same thing when I put everything back together last night after I read your post. How do you like them?


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[carpetfuzz17]

Got everything somewhat back together and really happy how it turned out




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[zohn]

They are holding up fine. No issues.

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[carpetfuzz17]

It's hard to see but I have started trimming out the front fenders. There's a lot of material to be removed. The from grill will fit into the fender. There is a big difference in how much heavier the truck is with the new axles

[carpetfuzz17]

One fender down and one to go. There was a good bit of removing plastic to get the light buckets on the grill to fit around the fenders. You can see the difference between the two.


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[carpetfuzz17]

From the front view



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[carpetfuzz17]

Was able to get some work done after I got home from work today. It's really starting to come together now. Just need to work on front bumper next.





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[zohn]

really liking the body swap. check out shapeways if you want to suck your front bumper mount back 11.5mm
they have a 7v 0h mount from lockedup rc. used a 0v 0h on my swap and put my bumper just where I wanted.

[carpetfuzz17]

Originally Posted by zohn

really liking the body swap. check out shapeways if you want to suck your front bumper mount back 11.5mm
they have a 7v 0h mount from lockedup rc. used a 0v 0h on my swap and put my bumper just where I wanted.

I have been looking at those Locked up mounts. I have also been talking with Knight Customs making a direct fit bumper for the TRX rails. Basically wanted to take the Axial bumper and make it fit in the TRX rails. It should come out looking awesome.

[carpetfuzz17]

Also the fit of the body is still rough. It will soon be all sorted out and straight. Then to finish up the chassis and run some wires. I have an idea for the wires but just not sure if I want to go that route just yet

[zohn]

Like the bolt on bumper idea. I've been eyeballing that knight customs steel printed bumper for my sr5 but havent pulled the trigger on it yet.

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[carpetfuzz17]

Originally Posted by zohn

Like the bolt on bumper idea. I've been eyeballing that knight customs steel printed bumper for my sr5 but havent pulled the trigger on it yet.

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I have used his designs many times now. Very detailed and fit perfectly. I was trying for the Smitty MOD bumper that will hold the winch also. I have seen it used on his Jeeps. I really flows with the front grill IMHO. I was also trying for it plastic to help with the cost

[carpetfuzz17]

For my wiring idea I going to use some wire sleeve that I left over from when I made my charging leads. It might take a little bit to run all the wires through but I think it's going to look different. Plus the color scheme is American as a Jeep and apple pie. Any thoughts on it?

My T6 is also with the same colors



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[Asuckaphish]

My thoughts on the colored wire loom is keep loom black so it hides the wires rather than makes them standout. I usually shrink wrap a good portion of my wiring black especially if you can see it through the windows. Just makes it look more scale if you can't see the wiring IMO.

[AnimalHippie]

I agree. I don't like wiring. Hide it when you can.

[carpetfuzz17]

Originally Posted by AnimalHippie

I agree. I don't like wiring. Hide it when you can.

I am nut when it comes to wiring. I will spend hours playing around with the wires. I thought about doing it in black but I already have the colors. Looking forward to putting in an interior so it won't be visible through the windows. I am stuck and not sure what to do.

[Topher Builds]

That Jeep has quite a few windows, I agree with black as well.

Could you use that to make some little scale rope bits or something?

[carpetfuzz17]

Originally Posted by Pant Danza

That Jeep has quite a few windows, I agree with black as well.

Could you use that to make some little scale rope bits or something?

I probably could to something like that never thought of it. With the interior and fenders you wouldn't see any of the chassis unless the body is off. Black is still a possibility since the sleeve is cheap.

[carpetfuzz17]

I haven't forgotten about the JK. I have been busy with an awesomely side project build. I will be continuing the build on the JK