pastrana#199
Pebble Pounder
What kind of gas mileage are you getting now? On 33's with the superchips I'm getting 13mpg
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Bender's 1:1 JK Build - Project Getaway
- Thread starter BENDER
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Re: Bender's 1:1 JK Build
I am still getting good gas mileage because I am still running the stock tires. Averaging about 16 around town and 20 on the highway. I know that will change with the bigger tires. 8)
I am still getting good gas mileage because I am still running the stock tires. Averaging about 16 around town and 20 on the highway. I know that will change with the bigger tires. 8)
Numbcrawling
Quarry Creeper
Re: Bender's 1:1 JK Build
I get about 23-24 on the highway with 35's. I got about 27mpg with the stock dinky 29" tires. And yes, that's actual calculated milage, not just the stupid indicated one on the dash.
I get about 23-24 on the highway with 35's. I got about 27mpg with the stock dinky 29" tires. And yes, that's actual calculated milage, not just the stupid indicated one on the dash.
Numbcrawling
Quarry Creeper
Re: Bender's 1:1 JK Build
Also, those plastidipped badges look SICK! "thumbsup" I might have to do the same to my JK
Also, those plastidipped badges look SICK! "thumbsup" I might have to do the same to my JK
Re: Bender's 1:1 JK Build
The best I have seen so far is almost 25mpg on the highway with mine. But, the motor only has 4500 miles on it right now too.
Thanks, I like the badges blacked out better too.
The best I have seen so far is almost 25mpg on the highway with mine. But, the motor only has 4500 miles on it right now too.
Thanks, I like the badges blacked out better too.
treys1
Quarry Creeper
Re: Bender's 1:1 JK Build
Man I would love 23-25!
Getting 13-15 in an '11. I'm in hilly north-ish GA (ATL Suburbs) though...
Yours is looking good, enjoy!
Man I would love 23-25!
Getting 13-15 in an '11. I'm in hilly north-ish GA (ATL Suburbs) though...
Yours is looking good, enjoy!
Bellvis
Pebble Pounder
treys1
Quarry Creeper
Re: Bender's 1:1 JK Build
Must be the 37's. Everyone I know with them (me included) is around the same, no matter what gears.
Must be the 37's. Everyone I know with them (me included) is around the same, no matter what gears.
Re: Bender's 1:1 JK Build
To do list for this weekend included a new shorty radio antenna and removing the silver bumper cover from the rear bumper.
Picked up the new off-road antenna from Rebel Off-road last Friday. Install was as simple as it gets!
A shot of the stock antenna's length, which is really long.
The new shorty antenna.
To remove the old antenna all that is required is a 3/8" open end wrench.
I added a dab of Axial thread lock to the new antenna's threads just for a little extra security.
Installed. I haven't noticed any difference in reception from the stock antenna to the new rubber shorty. 8)
I had to remove the rear bumper in order to access the screws holding the silver trim in place.
Re-installed.
More to come soon!
To do list for this weekend included a new shorty radio antenna and removing the silver bumper cover from the rear bumper.
Picked up the new off-road antenna from Rebel Off-road last Friday. Install was as simple as it gets!
A shot of the stock antenna's length, which is really long.
The new shorty antenna.
To remove the old antenna all that is required is a 3/8" open end wrench.
I added a dab of Axial thread lock to the new antenna's threads just for a little extra security.
Installed. I haven't noticed any difference in reception from the stock antenna to the new rubber shorty. 8)
I had to remove the rear bumper in order to access the screws holding the silver trim in place.
Re-installed.
More to come soon!
Re: Bender's 1:1 JK Build
Looking good B-Rad! You sure are ambitious for just wheeling your family to the mall. :ror:
Looking good B-Rad! You sure are ambitious for just wheeling your family to the mall. :ror:
Re: Bender's 1:1 JK Build
I have been waiting for the mall crawler haters to show up. Welcome! 8)
I have been waiting for the mall crawler haters to show up. Welcome! 8)
Re: Bender's 1:1 JK Build
I have nuttin against them and have built a few for folks over the years and plan on a few JK's in the near future....
I have nuttin against them and have built a few for folks over the years and plan on a few JK's in the near future....
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I know you guys are just busting my chops. Honestly, of the 3 Jeeps I have owned this one is superior to the other two in every way in my opinion. "thumbsup"
I found some old wheeling photos a couple weeks ago, funny to see my old YJ now. Look at that flex! :ror:
My TJ a couple years ago in Big Bear.
I know you guys are just busting my chops. Honestly, of the 3 Jeeps I have owned this one is superior to the other two in every way in my opinion. "thumbsup"
I found some old wheeling photos a couple weeks ago, funny to see my old YJ now. Look at that flex! :ror:
My TJ a couple years ago in Big Bear.
Re: Bender's 1:1 JK Build
I thought I saw something going on in the parking lot... Looks good "thumbsup"
I thought I saw something going on in the parking lot... Looks good "thumbsup"
Re: Bender's 1:1 JK Build
What would you say is the biggest improvement between the TJ and the JK ?
What would you say is the biggest improvement between the TJ and the JK ?
boosted4lyf
I wanna be Dave
Re: Bender's 1:1 JK Build
Nice! I have an 08 f150 and plasti dipped my bumpers wheels and all my badges been on ther a year ago and no peeling what so ever
Nice! I have an 08 f150 and plasti dipped my bumpers wheels and all my badges been on ther a year ago and no peeling what so ever
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Thanks. I have been dabbling a little when I get a chance on the weekends. "thumbsup"
I have heard. 8)
For me, it would be the engine. The new motor is awesome, and gets great gas mileage with the new 5 speed automatic. "thumbsup"
Good to hear. 8)
Thanks. I have been dabbling a little when I get a chance on the weekends. "thumbsup"
I have heard. 8)
For me, it would be the engine. The new motor is awesome, and gets great gas mileage with the new 5 speed automatic. "thumbsup"
Good to hear. 8)
Stormin2u
I wanna be Dave
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That looks like just the right vehicle for a young family Brad. "thumbsup" It should be a memory maker for sure. When my family was young we had a motor home and my kids still talk about those vacations today thirty years later. Best part they all come with a campfire.
That looks like just the right vehicle for a young family Brad. "thumbsup" It should be a memory maker for sure. When my family was young we had a motor home and my kids still talk about those vacations today thirty years later. Best part they all come with a campfire.