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2008 Jeep Wrangler JK Rubicon Unlimited - Sitting Pretty

SPECIFICATIONS
Vehicle: 2008 Jeep Wrangler JK Rubicon Unlimited
Owner/Hometown: Robbie Pierce/Santee, CA
Engine: 3.8L V-6
Induction: MPFI
Transmission: 42RLE 4-speed automatic
Transfer case/low range ratio: NVG241OR Rock-Trac/4:1
Front end: Dana 44
Rear end: Dana 44
Ring and Pinion: 4:10
Front Differential: Tru-Loc
Rear Differential: Tru-Loc
Suspension: Fabtech 5-inch Crawler System with Fabtech coilover conversion
Tires: 37x12.50R17 BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain KM2
Wheels: 17x8.5 Walker Evans beadlocks
Estimated Value: $60,000

2008 Jeep Wrangler Jk Rubicon Unlimited Mastercraft Bucket Seats
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2008 Jeep Wrangler Jk Rubicon Unlimited Mastercraft Bucket Seats
The factory front and rear seats have been removed in favor of four MasterCraft Baja RS reclining bucket seats. The front seats feature pockets that hold CamelBak hydration systems while the rear seats are equipped with large storage pockets. Both the front and rear Baja RS seats feature adjustable headrests and adjustable lumbar support.
2008 Jeep Wrangler Jk Rubicon Unlimited Warn Winch
The tube front bumper offers... 
   
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2008 Jeep Wrangler Jk Rubicon Unlimited Warn Winch
The tube front bumper offers integrated D-ring mounts and holds a Warn 9.5ti winch. The Bushwacker fender flares are also in view.
2008 Jeep Wrangler Jk Rubicon Unlimited Hood
Under the hood the stock 3.8L... 
   
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2008 Jeep Wrangler Jk Rubicon Unlimited Hood
Under the hood the stock 3.8L V-6 is set up with a K&N Air Filter and intake tube. Robbie says a HEMI is next on the list.
2008 Jeep Wrangler Jk Rubicon Unlimited Rock Trac Transfer Case
The heart of Jeep's Rubicon... 
   
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2008 Jeep Wrangler Jk Rubicon Unlimited Rock Trac Transfer Case
The heart of Jeep's Rubicon platform is the NVG241OR Rock-Trac transfer case. Power is channeled fore and aft via new CV driveshafts.
2008 Jeep Wrangler Jk Rubicon Unlimited Dirt Logic 2.5 Coilover
Fabtech's Dirt Logic 2.5 coilover... 
   
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2008 Jeep Wrangler Jk Rubicon Unlimited Dirt Logic 2.5 Coilover
Fabtech's Dirt Logic 2.5 coilover shock conversion is a mostly bolt-on system with many beefy components.
2008 Jeep Wrangler Jk Rubicon Unlimited Rear Angle
2008 Jeep Wrangler Jk Rubicon Unlimited Bf Goodrich Tires
The BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain... 
   
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2008 Jeep Wrangler Jk Rubicon Unlimited Bf Goodrich Tires
The BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain KM2 tires offer an aggressive footprint and great capability through a variety of terrains. Robbie trusts the BFGs on his Trophy Truck to stay together in harsh times and the KM2s offer similar peace to his JK.
2008 Jeep Wrangler Jk Rubicon Unlimited Mastercraft Interior
The MasterCraft Baja RS seats... 
   
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2008 Jeep Wrangler Jk Rubicon Unlimited Mastercraft Interior
The MasterCraft Baja RS seats are installed in the JK using MasterCraft mounts and adapters. The JK is also equipped with MasterCraft grab handles at each seat.
2008 Jeep Wrangler Jk Rubicon Unlimited Front Bumper

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