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XJ4IV
09-19-2010, 02:08 AM
This thread is for EVERYONE to add to... I like seeing what other folks have done with their XJ's to make life easier such as tool drawers in the back light racks flashlight holders cb mount locations ... these are only a FEW things that I have seen but PLEASE add some cool ideas you have done OR things you have seen done and by all means PLEASE add pics as they are worth a thousand words... I'll Start
adding conduit to fenders to prevent tire slice while flexing
http://i221.photobucket.com/albums/dd107/basivey/kdk_0357.jpg

Hood vents to cool off the engine bay a little faster http://i221.photobucket.com/albums/dd107/basivey/HoodVents011.jpg

Dash cam
http://i372.photobucket.com/albums/oo167/seivey/BMRA%20%20%20E-Run%2009/ZN50018.jpg

doorless conversion
http://i372.photobucket.com/albums/oo167/seivey/Bridgeport%20wheelin/HPIM2515-7.jpg

upgraded injectors and adjustable MAP sensor
http://i372.photobucket.com/albums/oo167/seivey/Injectors/IMG_5573.jpg

Rock lights...
http://i372.photobucket.com/albums/oo167/seivey/Mobile%20Uploads/kdk_0216-1.jpg

A sweet stealth tool box
http://i372.photobucket.com/albums/oo167/seivey/Mobile%20Uploads/kdk_0152.jpg

http://i372.photobucket.com/albums/oo167/seivey/Mobile%20Uploads/kdk_0151.jpg

Onboard CO2
http://i372.photobucket.com/albums/oo167/seivey/Mobile%20Uploads/kdk_0145.jpg

low profile rear bumper for better angle of departure with Hitch installed as well
http://i372.photobucket.com/albums/oo167/seivey/Mobile%20Uploads/kdk_0047.jpg

Spare tire carrier from a TJ on the roof rack bolted down nice and secure
ALSO notice my rear back up lights that you can actually see at night with
http://i372.photobucket.com/albums/oo167/seivey/Spring%20Creek%20Farewell/HPIM2810.jpg

T-Case skid extension
http://i372.photobucket.com/albums/oo167/seivey/Welding%20Day/HPIM2921.jpg

rocker protection... cause even if you dont wheel hard... your gonna need it!
http://i372.photobucket.com/albums/oo167/seivey/Welding%20Day/HPIM2922.jpg
these were just a handfull of innovations I came up with and have used for the most part everytime I wheel

Now let me see your ideas at work!!!
cantab27
09-19-2010, 03:18 AM
um ,think ya most covered..... nice
XJ4IV
09-20-2010, 12:08 PM
Come on guys I know somebody out there has some cool ideas
XJ4IV
09-23-2010, 12:08 PM
welll this thread is certainly SUCKING
4.3LXJ
09-23-2010, 02:47 PM
Cup holders are a problem in pre 96 XJs. You can get one from Jeep that mounts on the console, but you sacrifice the parking brake function because the handle won't travel far enough to really set the brake. So I moved it and cut the bottom off it and mounted it where the 96 and up cup holder is. This is not a pic to show off my shift leavers, but the cup holder.

http://i649.photobucket.com/albums/uu215/warriorsuspension/IMG_0671.jpg
Mudderoy
09-23-2010, 06:43 PM
Custom over head switch box...

http://xjtalk.com/images/special/jeepswitchbox1.jpg

http://xjtalk.com/images/special/jeepswitchbox2.jpg

http://xjtalk.com/images/special/jeepswitchbox3.jpg

http://xjtalk.com/images/special/jeepswitchbox4.jpg

http://xjtalk.com/images/special/jeepswitchbox5.jpg

http://xjtalk.com/images/special/jeepswitchbox6.jpg

http://xjtalk.com/images/special/jeepswitchbox10.jpg

Full story here... :link: (http://www.xjtalk.com/showthread.php?t=2215&highlight=switch)
XJ4IV
02-23-2011, 01:29 AM
cool stuff tony, im gonna do a switch panel to replace my OE ash tray that never stays put!
BrianXJ
02-23-2011, 01:50 AM
cool stuff tony, im gonna do a switch panel to replace my OE ash tray that never stays put!


I would like to see how you are going to do that. I am interested in doing the same thing
XJ4IV
02-23-2011, 02:16 AM
it will kinda incorporate the later model center console... basically its gonna be a power point for 12v it will house 2 usb charging ports and two 12v lighter sockets and a few other things, Im gonna cover it with ABS plastic, thats a little slow on time right now as Im doing the d60 stuff now
BrianXJ
02-23-2011, 02:20 AM
thats cool just :camera::camera:
Switch_knuckles
02-24-2011, 03:01 AM
I have a lot of ideas, but without a space to work on Diamond I can't do much.
KH96XJ
02-26-2011, 11:43 PM
Good ideas to look into.
easttxhunter
02-27-2011, 12:50 AM
Cup holders are a problem in pre 96 XJs. You can get one from Jeep that mounts on the console, but you sacrifice the parking brake function because the handle won't travel far enough to really set the brake. So I moved it and cut the bottom off it and mounted it where the 96 and up cup holder is. This is not a pic to show off my shift leavers, but the cup holder.

http://i649.photobucket.com/albums/uu215/warriorsuspension/IMG_0671.jpg

What's going on with all those shifters?
easttxhunter
02-27-2011, 12:51 AM
Custom over head switch box...

http://xjtalk.com/images/special/jeepswitchbox1.jpg

http://xjtalk.com/images/special/jeepswitchbox2.jpg

http://xjtalk.com/images/special/jeepswitchbox3.jpg

http://xjtalk.com/images/special/jeepswitchbox4.jpg

http://xjtalk.com/images/special/jeepswitchbox5.jpg

http://xjtalk.com/images/special/jeepswitchbox6.jpg

http://xjtalk.com/images/special/jeepswitchbox10.jpg

Full story here... :link: (http://www.xjtalk.com/showthread.php?t=2215&highlight=switch)

Nice work
4.3LXJ
02-27-2011, 09:47 AM
What's going on with all those shifters?

Atlas 4 speed tcase :D

http://i649.photobucket.com/albums/uu215/warriorsuspension/IMG_0268-1.jpg
easttxhunter
02-27-2011, 02:27 PM
Atlas 4 speed tcase :D

http://i649.photobucket.com/albums/uu215/warriorsuspension/IMG_0268-1.jpg

Looks good. What was the reason for the atlas? Stronger?
4.3LXJ
02-27-2011, 08:26 PM
Looks good. What was the reason for the atlas? Stronger?

Several reasons. One was gearing. We have lots of rock crawling around here. 2.7:1 is just not low enough for that. But 2.7:1 is a good trail ratio. I can use both depending on the situation and use the lowest ratio for really technical stuff, or very handy when loading on a trailer or going down hill on steep technical stuff. I will be upgrading axles to go with it when finances allow. Another plus is that it is so much easier to get in and out of 4WD
easttxhunter
02-27-2011, 08:43 PM
Several reasons. One was gearing. We have lots of rock crawling around here. 2.7:1 is just not low enough for that. But 2.7:1 is a good trail ratio. I can use both depending on the situation and use the lowest ratio for really technical stuff, or very handy when loading on a trailer or going down hill on steep technical stuff. I will be upgrading axles to go with it when finances allow. Another plus is that it is so much easier to get in and out of 4WD

I see. So 4.3? Is that a 4.0 stroked or are you running a chevy v6
4.3LXJ
02-27-2011, 09:38 PM
I see. So 4.3? Is that a 4.0 stroked or are you running a chevy v6

Chevy V6 Here is my build thread:

http://www.xjtalk.com/showthread.php?t=4716
easttxhunter
02-27-2011, 10:45 PM
Chevy V6 Here is my build thread:

http://www.xjtalk.com/showthread.php?t=4716

That's awesome. My buddy had a s10 with a 4.3. We did heads, cam, computer tune and full exhaust. That thang was a super sleeper for a couple of high school guys. Lots of fun
4.3LXJ
02-27-2011, 10:56 PM
That's awesome. My buddy had a s10 with a 4.3. We did heads, cam, computer tune and full exhaust. That thang was a super sleeper for a couple of high school guys. Lots of fun

I have my eye on those same upgrades when finances allow.