Enthusiast III
Hi guys, about time I post my build thread here.
It all started in the summer of 2015, I was looking for a new 4x4 vehicle to replace my dearly departed '98 Ranger. I wanted an SUV that was good on the road, but could still be made to handle rough terrain.
Suddenly, I found her.
2004 Jeep Liberty. 104000 Miles. SOLD.
I brought her home and drove her around for a few weeks stock, but obviously I could not help but upgrade
her.
First thing was A CB and A light bar (Past Me, you were an idiot for this one.)
Here I am doing a little shakedown run in the Pine Barrens. (Why did i put the light bar there? WHY?)
Also in this time frame was some new tires, Firestone Destination A/Ts.
Next up I wanted to fix the extreme fading on the plastic trims.
I also Plasti-Dipped the rims while I was at it. I like the way this turned out.
Later on, I finally fixed my idiotic light bar placement. Using some chevy silverado brackets modified to work with a 42" curved light bar, I arrived at this:
Much better!.
From there, I got a new set of tires the next year, after I lifted the jeep using a budget spacer lift.
She is now on Dick Cepek Extreme country 31"s.
You may notice I had to trim the front bumper for clearance.
And also relocate that pesky gooseneck washer bottle.
I went from this:
To This:
Much better tucked away safely.
Now we are basically caught up to current day, yesterday I built a rack to enhance my very limited storage in the rear.
Next up is a roof rack, and in the spring I am lifting her to 3.5" in the front and 4" in the back, perfect for heavy overlanding loads.
Here are some more fun shots:
I ran without a spare carrier for a little bit.
TO BE CONTINUED!
It all started in the summer of 2015, I was looking for a new 4x4 vehicle to replace my dearly departed '98 Ranger. I wanted an SUV that was good on the road, but could still be made to handle rough terrain.
Suddenly, I found her.
2004 Jeep Liberty. 104000 Miles. SOLD.
I brought her home and drove her around for a few weeks stock, but obviously I could not help but upgrade
her.
First thing was A CB and A light bar (Past Me, you were an idiot for this one.)
Here I am doing a little shakedown run in the Pine Barrens. (Why did i put the light bar there? WHY?)
Also in this time frame was some new tires, Firestone Destination A/Ts.
Next up I wanted to fix the extreme fading on the plastic trims.
I also Plasti-Dipped the rims while I was at it. I like the way this turned out.
Later on, I finally fixed my idiotic light bar placement. Using some chevy silverado brackets modified to work with a 42" curved light bar, I arrived at this:
Much better!.
From there, I got a new set of tires the next year, after I lifted the jeep using a budget spacer lift.
She is now on Dick Cepek Extreme country 31"s.
You may notice I had to trim the front bumper for clearance.
And also relocate that pesky gooseneck washer bottle.
I went from this:
To This:
Much better tucked away safely.
Now we are basically caught up to current day, yesterday I built a rack to enhance my very limited storage in the rear.
Next up is a roof rack, and in the spring I am lifting her to 3.5" in the front and 4" in the back, perfect for heavy overlanding loads.
Here are some more fun shots:
I ran without a spare carrier for a little bit.
TO BE CONTINUED!
