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74bronc06rubilj
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Self Introduction May 11, 2008 7:50:39 GMT -5

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Post by 74bronc06rubilj on May 11, 2008 7:50:39 GMT -5

Hey guys! I just wanted to introduce myself. I'm 25 years old, got my bachelor's degree at University of TN in mathematics, my master's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Auburn University, and now work in South Carolina as an engineer for an engineering firm.

I've been fourwheeling/building offroad rigs (broncos and jeeps) since i was about 16 and have loved every minute of it.

My current vehicles include:

-74 Bronco w/ 3.5" james duff long arm lift, 4.88's, detroits front and rear, dana 44 front, 9" rear, 36" iroks, and a mildly build 351W (which replaced the 302).

-2008 F250 Superduty ext cab 4x4 w/ 6.4l Diesel (my personal/tow rig)

recently broke up w/ g/f who had just bought an 06' Unlimite rubicon... of which i purchased and installed a 4.5" RE LA lift, 35" MTR's, and 4.56 gears for... things just didn't work out.. and she got to keep all the goodies i got her (which sucked)!!

SO... i've budgeted and started saving to purchase my own 2006 Unlimited Rubicon (silver or kahaki) and should have enough saved by Dec or Jan to purchase the one i want.. Dual tops, and manual tranny (6 speed) are a must.

Anyways, just wanted to say hi.. and i'm a huge unlimited fan, know quite a bit about them, and the aftermarket available for them, and i'm chomping at the bit to purchase my own.. Can't wait... Hope to see you guys soon! Everyone here has some really nice rigs!

Luke

nwquadriders Moderator C-Dogg Short Bus Driver Posts: 823	Self Introduction May 11, 2008 8:10:32 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by nwquadriders on May 11, 2008 8:10:32 GMT -5 Welcome aboard!
	Chad Happy Valley, OR 2004 Solar Yellow Unlimited: RE 3.5" SF Lift, RE Monotube Shocks, 33x10.5 BFG MT's, DC-1 Wheels, Warn XD9000i winch, Jeeperman Trail Skids & Rear Bumper w/ Swingout Tire Carrier and 1/4 Panel Extensions, RE Gen2 Quick Discos, Skid Row Belly Skid, etc... www.nwquadriders.com

moneypit Granville King Posts: 1,115	Self Introduction May 11, 2008 10:01:32 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by moneypit on May 11, 2008 10:01:32 GMT -5 Welcome to the forum.....it always sucks to let a good Jeep get away. Good luck in your hunt for another one.
	04 Red Unlimited ,both tops, OME lift with ACOS coil spacers and JKS Discos, 32" BFG/AT's on AR and 32" Goodyear MT/R's on Cragers. ARB Frt & Rear 4:56 Gears ,Alpine, Cobra 75WXST, Bushwacker 6" flares,Currie track bar,Hansen bumper, Warn 9.5ti winch, Rockcrusher Diff. Covers, XM, Nth Degree tummy tuck. 1" Daystar BL

74bronc06rubilj Greenhorn Posts: 6	Self Introduction May 11, 2008 10:22:36 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by 74bronc06rubilj on May 11, 2008 10:22:36 GMT -5 it's even worse when you've spent upwards of $4,000 and your labor to install these parts.. and get nothing out of it when you let it go... but, oh well... i'll find another one soon and it'll be mine this time!

moneypit Granville King Posts: 1,115	Self Introduction May 11, 2008 21:19:30 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by moneypit on May 11, 2008 21:19:30 GMT -5 Sounds like in the long run you saved thousands. Later you lose half your stuff. Might have been a good investment if you know what I mean.
	04 Red Unlimited ,both tops, OME lift with ACOS coil spacers and JKS Discos, 32" BFG/AT's on AR and 32" Goodyear MT/R's on Cragers. ARB Frt & Rear 4:56 Gears ,Alpine, Cobra 75WXST, Bushwacker 6" flares,Currie track bar,Hansen bumper, Warn 9.5ti winch, Rockcrusher Diff. Covers, XM, Nth Degree tummy tuck. 1" Daystar BL

Ridge Trail Guide Posts: 176	Self Introduction May 11, 2008 22:47:24 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Ridge on May 11, 2008 22:47:24 GMT -5 Welcome! Can't wait to see your new Jeep. Hopefully soon! There are some guys and gals with some pretty sweet Jeeps on this site.
	2004 LJ Hardtop, 4 inch lift from Fabtech, 33x12.50x15 Cepek Radial FC II's, Ultra 50 Machine finish rims, 3 inch tube bumpers, Sidetrax side bars, Skyjacker Grab Handles, Outland custom seat covers.

74bronc06rubilj Greenhorn Posts: 6	Self Introduction May 12, 2008 6:17:59 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by 74bronc06rubilj on May 12, 2008 6:17:59 GMT -5 haha... good point moneypit... i didn't look at it from that point of view!

lynn Trail Guide ECJ5 Time Posts: 113	Self Introduction May 12, 2008 10:43:55 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by lynn on May 12, 2008 10:43:55 GMT -5 Welcome aboard Luke!!
	Lynn 05 LJ, Patriot Blue 3" FT lift, Rancho 9000XLs, 33x10.50 BFG MTs, 15x7 Outlaw IIs, Rubi flares, OME stab, JKS F&R adj trackbars, JKS QDs, Cassidy's bumpers, sliders & swingout.

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Self Introduction May 13, 2008 21:44:13 GMT -5

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Post by sylvanis on May 13, 2008 21:44:13 GMT -5

welcome! Moneypit hit it right on the head. Ironically, when we bought my LJ, my salesman asked me if we wanted my wifes name on the paperwork. TO that she responded jokingly...."Why, this is Wisconsin, half is mine anyway" we all got a good laugh.

04.5 LJ 3" BDS 33's XD9000i Rock Hard 4x4 bumper & rock rails Warn tire carrier Powertrax No-Slip Front & Rear

bingo Member Posts: 21	Self Introduction May 27, 2008 10:38:26 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by bingo on May 27, 2008 10:38:26 GMT -5 Welcome Luke- Maybe you can find a new G/F that already has a nice Unlimited- make it part of the interview process!