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DocMike

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It's about time I did a write up.... Been slacking.
In May of 2020 I brought home my 2020 Gobi JT Sport S.
There she is as she came home from the dealer. I knew zip about Jeeps.
I have built other cars and trucks. Mostly lowered, though I did have a K20 Suburban.
I had an 88 wagoner as a winter beater at one point.

Goal was a DD for a single dad of 4 boys and one Bluetick Coonhound that would also serve wheeling and camping duties. Along the way I have seem lots of cool places and met rad people.



Many thanks to Gillian at OffRoad Elements @Discount Tire @813 Fabrication & Design @pixeldecals @TeraFlex and a lot of people on this forum like @FR33DOM @ShadowsPapa @Chargingstar @Waggs for sharing their wisdom and being willing to hit the trail. I went to from knowing next to nothing to building this Jeep by reading a lot on here and asking questions.

I'll try to list all the mods and links...this may not be exhaustive and I will add to it.


Misc:
Line-x Bed Liner
Mopar factory floor mats
Cargo Net
Midland MXT 275 GMRS
Holster: https://www.wpngear.com/product-page/jl-pistol-mount-2018
ARB Twin Compressor with provisions for lockers mounted behind rear seat with @813 Fabrication & Design mount
@813 Fabrication & Design switch mount near rear seat
Tazer Lite
Staun Tire Deflators
Digital Air Chuck and Hose
Jeep "Emotional Support Vehicle" Sticker on Dash

Wheels and Suspension:
Black Rhino Armory in tan 17in -18 offset
37x13.5 Maxxis MT
4.88 regear
JKS Quick Disconnects
@Clayton Off Road Overland Plus 2.5in Lift
Falcon Sp2 3.5 Eadjust Shocks
Falcon Nexus Steering Stabilizer
Clayton extended SS Rear Brake Lines
Clayton Rear Sway Bar Brace
Clayton Front Brake Line Mounting Bracket
DOT 4 fluid
@TeraFlex HD Ball Joints
Reid Racing Knuckles
Spicer center diff spacer


Exterior:
@ROCK HARD 4X4 Patriot Tube Sliders Angled Up
Rock Hard Shock Skids
Rock Hard LCA Skids
@Metalcloak Rear Diff Cover
Mopar Steel Front Bumper
Mopar Steel skid
Warn Stinger Guard Tube
Mopar Steel Rear Bumper
Mopar Bed Sliders
Warn Winch Plate
Door Hinge Guides
KC Gravity Pro6 LED 50in light bar Amber and White
KC Daylighter LED Driving System with amber film
Amber film on fog lights
4 Wheel Drive Sticker
"Kilroy Was Here" Sticker
Custom Hood Sticker from @pixeldecals "RAT PATROL"
Shark Sticker @pixeldecals
@813 Fabrication & Design Molle Panels on front of bed and rear of bed.
Traction Boards
Roll Bar Covers by Dirty Dog

Recovery:
Warn EVO 12K Winch
Factor 55 Flatlink e
Factor 55 Shackles
ARB Essentials Recovery Kit
Soon *in the mail HK ShackleTabKit https://www.hkoffroad.com/collectio...-jt-shackle-tab-kit-for-stock-rubicon-bumpers

Overlandish:
Roam Vagabond XL with Vestibule
Rebel Off Road 1/2 rack
Soon to be festooned with camping shit....but I promise it comes off when not in use.
ROTOPAX 4 gallon fuel
Traction boards

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Mike your rig has come a long way and it's a cool Jeep - and as bad ass as your Jeep is you are way cooler. Truly a class act, a fun wheeling partner and super chill dude.

Excited to see how your Jeep continues to progress
 
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Thanks, man! And the best part is.....summer is just getting started!

Mike your rig has come a long way and it's a cool Jeep - and as bad ass as your Jeep is you are way cooler. Truly a class act, a fun wheeling partner and super chill dude.

Excited to see how your Jeep continues to progress
 

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Man your truck is looking better every day it seems! Let’s wheel again soon!
 
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Killer lookin’ rig @Doc Mike -keep on keepin’ on!
 

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@DocMike, thank you for the shout out and for taking the time to list your outstanding upgrades.

You have a good looking camping crew, I hope you have a great time outside exploring the beautiful country around Ouray. That is one of my favorite area. They don't call it the Switzerland of America for nothing. It is majestic scenery.

Have fun with your kids and teach them how to enjoy the great outdoors.
 
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I'll be hitting you up for 37s when the 35s are worn down. :like:


@DocMike, thank you for the shout out and for taking the time to list your outstanding upgrades.

You have a good looking camping crew, I hope you have a great time outside exploring the beautiful country around Ouray. That is one of my favorite area. They don't call it the Switzerland of America for nothing. It is majestic scenery.

Have fun with your kids and teach them how to enjoy the great outdoors.
 

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Very pleased with the Overland Plus 2.5.
Easy install. I was able to dial it in really close before I took it in for the alignment.
Flexes like mad. Rides solid on the road.


Looks great! Also, love the dog :rock:
 

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Hey Mike. How do you like the Teraflex shocks? Doing my research on them.
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