Project resto-mod

[Coltf1991]

Hello, I have a 2020 Rubicon Gladiator and have always loved the TJ's for their size and nimbleness. I recently picked up a 2005 TJ and have an image in mind. First thing I noticed was how loud and hot the interior got from the pans and trans tunnel. Decided to make it the way I want, so this is the beginning of my build. Stay tuned for updates.


Starting to remove the interior:

 

[Coltf1991]

Got of the interior out, vacuumed the tub, washed the tub with degreaser, hit some surface rust areas with the wire wheel and spot painted with rust reformer.

 

[Coltf1991]

Next, decided to sound deaden the bottom of the tub and help combat some of the heat from the transmission/exhaust:

 

[Coltf1991]

Replaced the inner shift boot as mine was nearly gone and letting a lot of heat in:

 

[Coltf1991]

The new carpet arrived today, will be picking up the jute for added insulation tomorrow. In the mean time, figured I would spend some time getting the center console restored instead of just painting it. Also ordered a new lock cylinder and latch assembly for the console lid.

 

[Midnight LJR]

Awesome, looking forward to following along. It’s always great seeing these things get restored.

 

[Lou]

a layer of foam on top of that will help even more with heat.

 

[e1harris]

Awesome attention to detail!

 

[Coltf1991]

Awesome, looking forward to following along. It’s always great seeing these things get restored.

Absolutely!

 

[Coltf1991]

a layer of foam on top of that will help even more with heat.

That is what jute is! I believe I mentioned it above. Will be scooping some up tomorrow

 

[Coltf1991]

Awesome attention to detail!

Thank you. It's the little things in life.

 

[DuncLJ]

So far, looks great. Interested in what else you have in mind.

 

[Coltf1991]

So far, looks great. Interested in what else you have in mind.

Same haha. Who knows, I have a Best Top Super Top Twill on the way, brake lines etc. Ordered the reverse wiring harness so I can fix what previous owner hacked up. Get a radio installed, then I'll worry about exterior.

 

[Coltf1991]

Brought the rear seat brackets to work to sand blast and wire wheel before painting. Sand blaster was giving me issues, but they are ready for paint.

 

[Coltf1991]

Got the first coat of paint on:

Also did some restore on the frknt frame cover:

 

[Thrill]

Nice

Got the first coat of paint on:
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Also did some restore on the frknt frame cover:
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Nice work!!

 

[Coltf1991]

Nice

Nice work!!

Thank you so much!

 

[fixmysix]

Looking good so far. And love the M12 tools. Super light and enough power to do 90% of the jobs I have.

 

[Coltf1991]

Looking good so far. And love the M12 tools. Super light and enough power to do 90% of the jobs I have.

Thanks! They are the m18 series, but yes I love them. Use them for everything.

 

[Coltf1991]

Got the jute and carpet installed today. The heat is 100% gone and the noise has been greatly reduced!