Ted392 Mods

Ted392 · Apr 25, 2023

Fox 2.5 all 4 corners. My build thread lists what I installed. Happy with them.

Fast-n-Furious · Apr 25, 2023

@Ted392 @89138 @@WhiteBronze392 @Bobo57 are you guys saying that if I install the Clayton Performance Coils, I’ll also need new shocks? I was thinking about running the stock XR shocks with these coils.

Electrified · Apr 25, 2023

Fast-n-Furious said:
@Ted392 @89138 @@WhiteBronze392 @Bobo57 are you guys saying that if I install the Clayton Performance Coils, I’ll also need new shocks? I was thinking about running the stock XR shocks with these coils.

According to Clayton’s website new shocks are not needed.

“No need for replacing any shocks or control arms, as this kit is not intended to lift the vehicle, but provide just a small height increase up front in order to help remove some of that factory rake.”

That statement does not specifically say XR Though.

89138 · Apr 25, 2023

Electrified said:
According to Clayton’s website new shocks are not needed.

“No need for replacing any shocks or control arms, as this kit is not intended to lift the vehicle, but provide just a small height increase up front in order to help remove some of that factory rake.”

That statement does not specifically say XR Though.

For me shocks are just a want, not sure a need with this mod.

Electrified · Apr 25, 2023

89138 said:
For me shocks are just a want, not sure a need with this mod.

I intend to go with the 2”-3” version when the time comes.

Ted392 · Apr 25, 2023

Fast-n-Furious said:
@Ted392 @89138 @@WhiteBronze392 @Bobo57 are you guys saying that if I install the Clayton Performance Coils, I’ll also need new shocks? I was thinking about running the stock XR shocks with these coils.

As others have chimed in, not really needed. More of a want. The oem shocks are Mopar and I wanted 2.5 Fox.

Electrified · Apr 29, 2023

Ted392 said:
Just got these in. Will install in mid October after ppf.View attachment 7137

How are you liking the 2.5 IFP shocks? Any regrets about not getting the 2.5 DSC shocks? Not very much information about these particular shocks on the interwebs so hoping you have some feedback both good or bad you could share. At $250 each these are really appealing if they can provide a noticeable improvement over the stockers.

Ted392 · Apr 29, 2023

Electrified said:
How are you liking the 2.5 IFP shocks? Any regrets about not getting the 2.5 DSC shocks? Not very much information about these particular shocks on the interwebs so hoping you have some feedback both good or bad you could share. At $250 each these are really appealing if they can provide a noticeable improvement over the stockers.

I like them so far. Price was attractive ($100 off on pre-release), longer stroke, 2.5" and not Mopar OEM shocks that may or may not hold up. As the summer progresses, I'll have more of an opinion. For now though, I really like the ride of the 392 with my mods.

Smess · Apr 29, 2023

Ted392 said:
So I thought I would start a mod thread for my 2022 392XR Sting Gray, aka Zippy.
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I have done a few small and simple mods to date since it arrive in mid Aug.

Installed the Redline hood strut lift kit. Nice setup. The cutting is unfortunate but required. That hood is heavy and the prop rod gets hot so this kit helped me a lot.
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Dead pedal, a knock of one, just to try. Easy install and adjustable.
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Mopar/Jeep tailgate table. Very useful for all sorts of reasons, mostly food!
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Mopar longer lower front LCA's.

Fox adjustable ATS steering stabilizer. Another easy install. Mind the carriage bolt change (6510774AA)
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Weather Tech mud flaps, all 4. Mostly for protection against self inflicted rock wounds.

Bullet-point mounts, both, for phone and Go-pro. I reused the tray liner by drilling a hole at each to slip over the mount. Added some extra 3m tape to secure ends down.
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Hotheads headliner and panels pads for the SOT. Pretty easy install.
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Next up is:
Warn VR EVO 10s winch with Warn plate and Factor55 flat link.
Full ppf wrap and ceramic coating
Ceramic tint for front door glass
Rock Slide Step sliders/LOD Destroyers
Engine/TransmissioAn skid plate, maybe MORE?
Paint muffler blackA

"Installed the Redline hood strut lift kit. Nice setup. The cutting is unfortunate but required. That hood is heavy and the prop rod gets hot so this kit helped me a lot."

THIS BAFFLES ME, I HAVE INSTALLED THREE OF THESE AND NEVER HAD TO CUT ANYTHING??

I have been around Jeeps and forums for a long time and gotta tell you that ppf is not something I recognize so don't expect many people to comment on that ?????

Electrified · Apr 29, 2023

Ted392 said:
I like them so far. Price was attractive ($100 off on pre-release), longer stroke, 2.5" and not Mopar OEM shocks that may or may not hold up. As the summer progresses, I'll have more of an opinion. For now though, I really like the ride of the 392 with my mods.

They seem like a solid option for those of us not wanting to spend $2,500 +/- on a set of shocks. I have already ordered the Clayton coil springs and want to do the shocks while I am under there. Going with the Fox ATS that you and many others here and the JL forum seem to love. Thanks for the feedback.

Electrified · Apr 29, 2023

Smess said:
"Installed the Redline hood strut lift kit. Nice setup. The cutting is unfortunate but required. That hood is heavy and the prop rod gets hot so this kit helped me a lot."

THIS BAFFLES ME, I HAVE INSTALLED THREE OF THESE AND NEVER HAD TO CUT ANYTHING??

I have been around Jeeps and forums for a long time and gotta tell you that ppf is not something I recognize so don't expect many people to comment on that ?????

This baffles me that you didn't have to cut anything. I haven't heard of anyone else that has put these on a 392 that didn't have to do some trimming.

Jgc650i · Apr 30, 2023

89138 said:
For those of you adding the Clayton coils, what length shocks are you going with? I’m looking to do this mod and would like to also add the 2.5 performance elite fox shocks, jut not sure if I need the 2-3” lift shocks or she 0-1.5”. Leaning towards the 2.5”

I also have the Clayton coils with Fox 2.5 DSC shocks and went with the 2” to 3” lift versions.

Ted392 · Apr 30, 2023

Electrified said:
This baffles me that you didn't have to cut anything. I haven't heard of anyone else that has put these on a 392 that didn't have to do some trimming.

If you unstall them upside down, then I think no trimming. But they may wear out sooner/leak. According to Redline...

89138 · Apr 30, 2023

Jgc650i said:
I also have the Clayton coils with Fox 2.5 DSC shocks and went with the 2” to 3” lift versions.

Thanks all, I ordered the 2-3” fox 2.5s from Accutune. Seems like Clayton typically does a Memorial Day sale so I’ll plan to order the coils then.

Ted392 · May 14, 2023

I got to put some offriad miles on this weekend at Camp Graying (actually since Thursday) and am really happy with this 392. The rides was awesome. No bobble head, no front bump stop contact, and plenty of torque/hp! Getting close to only spending money on gas! Lol

Not a lot of pictures. Did visit Camp Haji. Used for training military personnel on how to enter a town.

That tan truck is a prototype JLTV now relinquished to training.

Ted392 · May 22, 2023

Installed Clayton front brake line extender brackets, Just order door hanger and upper storage bag. Then I'll change something,,,thanks forum for giving my money away to a good cause! Lol

Ted392 · May 29, 2023

Took the doors off and placed the half doors on. I really like the half doors for cruising around. Now I can get them ppf'd.

@WhiteBronze392 · May 29, 2023

Ted392 said:
Took the doors off and placed the half doors on. I really like the half doors for cruising around. Now I can get them ppf'd. View attachment 21699
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Looks much better than white ones

89138 · Jun 3, 2023

Jgc650i said:
I also have the Clayton coils with Fox 2.5 DSC shocks and went with the 2” to 3” lift versions.

Received my Clayton coils this week, for those of you who have them, mine say 2.5” JL/JK for front and 1.5” JL for rear, nothing specific to 392. Can you confirm yours were the same?

Ted392 · Jun 3, 2023

89138 said:
Received my Clayton coils this week, for those of you who have them, mine say 2.5” JL/JK for front and 1.5” JL for rear, nothing specific to 392. Can you confirm yours were the same?

I don't recall what the boxes stated, I ordered the 392 coils. I do know only the rears springs are stamped Left and Right.