Factory Foundation
- 3.6L Pentastar V6
- 5-speed automatic transmission
- Command-Trac NV241 transfer case
- Dana 30 front and Dana 44 rear axles
The JKU / 2013
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport
Dependable by design. Proven by travel.
Explore the build
Low-Mileage JKU
Built to Explore, Maintained to Last
A carefully maintained Wrangler Unlimited equipped with premium AEV, ARB, Synergy, TeraFlex, Focal and HotHeads components.
This Jeep was developed as a reliable expedition and overland platform, not an extreme rock-crawling project. Every upgrade supports better handling, protection, comfort or capability while preserving the road manners needed for long-distance travel.
- Platform
- 2013 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport
- Mileage
- 52,000 miles
- Engine
- 3.6L Pentastar V6
- Output
- 285 hp / 260 lb-ft
- Transmission
- 5-speed automatic
- Transfer Case
- Command-Trac NV241
- Axles
- Dana 30 front / Dana 44 rear
- Gearing
- 3.73 with rear Trac-Lok
Engineered as a System
Core Vehicle Systems
The upgrades work together to improve ride quality, steering geometry, durability and trail confidence without sacrificing highway manners.
AEV Suspension
- 3.5-inch DualSport system
- AEV High Steer Kit
- AEV ProCal module
- AEV snorkel with ram-air scoop
Steering & Brakes
- Synergy heavy-duty tie rod
- Dana 30 outer axle seals
- TeraFlex braided brake lines
- Improved steering precision and brake feel
Armor & Protection
- Poison Spyder EVAP skid plate
- ARB Dana 30 differential cover
- ARB Dana 44 differential cover
- OEM front axle mud flaps
Wheels & Tires
- 35-inch Kelly Safari tires
- Professionally rotated every 5,000 miles
- Balanced road manners
- Proven off-road traction
Cabin Comfort
- Focal speaker and amplifier system
- HotHeads premium headliner
- Quadratec all-weather floor mats
- OEM 430N radio with SiriusXM
Highway composed.
Backcountry proven.
Long-Haul Comfort
Interior & Audio
The cabin was upgraded for quieter, more comfortable travel and significantly better sound while retaining a clean, factory-like appearance.
- Focal speakers and tweeters
- Dash and roll-bar locations
- Focal 5-channel amplifier
- OEM 430N radio
- HotHeads premium hardtop headliner
- Reduced road noise and heat
- Quadratec first-row floor mats
- Quadratec second-row floor mats
Dealer Maintained
Exceptional Care, Documented
Maintenance was performed ahead of factory recommendations, supporting the reliability expected from an expedition vehicle traveling far from home.
- 3 mo
- Oil-change interval
- 2x
- Differential service yearly
- 5K
- Tire rotation interval
Dealer Service
Oil changes and all scheduled maintenance completed by the Jeep dealership.
Driveline Care
Differential fluids replaced twice per year.
Tire Care
35-inch Kelly Safari tires professionally rotated by Goodyear every 5,000 miles.
2014-2017
A Proven Adventure History
- Ohio: Southington Off Road Park, Tar Hollow State Park and southern Ohio backroads
- 2014: JK Freaks Fall Freak Fest
- 2015 Colorado: Imogene Pass and Engineer Pass
- 2015 Moab: Fins & Things, Hell's Revenge, Metal Masher and Top of the World
- 2016: Rausch Creek Fall Freak Fest and Cumberlands Jeep Jamboree
- 2017: Easter Jeep Safari, AEV Photo Run and Green River Launch Control / Missile Facility
From forest roads to alpine passes and Moab slickrock, the Jeep has accumulated a documented record of meaningful expedition miles.
Field Notes
The JKU in Detail
Five views of a thoughtfully equipped, carefully preserved expedition Wrangler.
Complete Build Sheet
Aftermarket Parts & Modifications
Every documented upgrade, organized by system. Manufacturer links open in a new tab.
Suspension & Intake
Steering, Brakes & Protection
- Synergy heavy-duty tie rod
- Front Dana 30 outer axle sealsManufacturer not specified
- ARB black differential covers, Dana 30 and 44
- TeraFlex stainless braided brake lines
- Poison Spyder EVAP skid plate
Wheels, Tires & Factory Equipment
- 35-inch Kelly Safari tiresProfessionally rotated every 5,000 miles
- OEM hard topFactory equipment
- OEM Jeep front axle mud flapsFactory equipment