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Thread: Brandy's 2012 JKUR Build

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    Smile Brandy's 2012 JKUR Build

    If you just came to look at the pictures feel free to skip my dissertation

    We recently had the opportunity to test drive a new 2012 JKUR. We ordered one the very next week! Brandy’s 08 JKUR had only 50k miles on it but after driving the 2012’s I had to have one. I was blown away by the increased HP and 5spd transmission. It didn’t take much to convince her either. After our record-breaking heat this summer she was already thinking about a lighter color. Brandy’s only stipulation was that she wanted all of the same accessories that her 08 had with the exception of one. If it was going to be white she wanted an exo cage similar to the defender 110’s.

    The order was placed on 9/27/11 and we took possession on 10/26/11. Over the past few weeks I have begun the slow process of building my idea of the perfect overland vehicle to fit our needs. A lot of thought has gone into this build and having had the 08 for 4 years it has given me a lot of time to evaluate this platform and determine what is best for us and the type of camping / off-roading we do.

    God made each and everyone of us different. We look different, have different interest / hobbies, drive different trucks, and have different outdoor destinations. Some of you more seasoned travelers living in undeveloped countries might not understand the method behind my madness. For some who drive your truck to work daily and leave the pavement every chance you get this may make more sense. Either way this is simply my interpretation of what platform works best for us. I hope you guys enjoy reading along and even laughing at my mistakes, they are abundant. Just ask Brandy she keeps track.
    James Pierce
    1995 D90 SW #314
    1959 Series II
    2012 JKUR
    M101 CDN

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    James Pierce
    1995 D90 SW #314
    1959 Series II
    2012 JKUR
    M101 CDN

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    Very nice, just did the exact same thing myself, love the white.

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    very nice. keep posting the evolution/
    2011 jk unlimted tan
    2011 Grand Cherokee
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    01 xj - sold

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    James!! You're out of the jeep closet as well!!
    Love it!
    D
    "Experience makes a man humble, as he realizes that despite how much he has learned, he knows very little." Scott Brady

    2009 Land Rover LR3 HSE HD-Built-Galway Green-(Mine)
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    Do you mind sharing your build sheet? I'm seriously considering one
    2006 Tacoma Extended Cab 4x4 Four Banger

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    Did you strip down your 08' on trade-in or sell separate. I would like to consider this with my 09' just not sure what stuff I can move from my 09' to a 12'
    "Only dead fish follow the current" -- Bjarne Riis

    09' JKU Rubi
    LoD Front bumper w/Warn Powerplant
    Rock Hard Skid (oil/t-case)
    Benchmark dual batteries (optima yellow tops)
    Tuffy security deck/driver seat storage drawer
    AEV 2.5 XT lift w/JKS trackbar (2012)
    5.13 gears (2013)
    255/80 R17 BFG KM2 (2013)
    'Other' cosmetic doodads
    92'&01' XJs -- RiP (should've kept one)

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    Nice! I love your old color of your '08... but I even love the all white, with white top even more! You guys must be excited with the new motor in the '12s. Congrats on the purchase and I look forward to seeing the build up of your new white 4-DR Rubicon.

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    I can relate to the dislike for the black Jeep, I'm adding a lighter colored Jeep to my collection in the next few days. I was going to buy a white one with tan interior, but found one I liked more in a light metallic color that already has a few upgrades.

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    Both Jeeps look real nice, but I agree the white looks better especially with the painted top. I am sure you will enjoy the new motor and trans.

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