How to Build Gullwing Windows for the Jeep Cherokee XJ

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In this video I remove my rear side windows on the XJ and build some Gullwing Windows that can hold the Rotopax container and also later be used with an internal storage system.
I previously deleted the rear windows about two years ago and replaced them with an aluminium panel that I mounted back in using the original window seal. Since rebuilding the drip rails and painting I decided to go with a gullwing window and later build a inner storage box with a shelf. The cam locks still have not arrived but in the next episode I will build the inner box and mount the locks.
I used internal 170 degree cabinet hinges for the gullwings which required a simple bracket construction on the inside at the top. You can also mount them on the bottom if you would preferer an additional surface.
Its not a mod for everyone as it can make breaking into the jeep easier but if you wheel or travel it could be a good option for side access recovery gear, a camp kitchen, trail tools or whatever you can think of.
Thanks for watching.

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Offroading in Sweden - http://www.swedishepa.se/Enjoying-nature/Motor-traffic-in-nature/Off-road-4WDs-ATVs-and-motorcycles/
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Wikiloc Trails - https://www.wikiloc.com/trails/offroading/sweden
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Jeep Spec:
1999 Jeep Cherokee XJ 2.5TD RHD.
Summer Tire - 35x12.50r15 BFG KM3's with 15x8 3.75" backspacing (-19 offset).
Winter Tire - Cooper Discoverer ST MAXX Por Studded 35x12.50r15 BFG KM3's with 15x8 3.75" backspacing (-19 offset).
Lift Front - RC 4.5" Coils and N2 Shocks (3" Coil Spacer).
Front Shock Bar Pin Eliminator.
Dana 30 High Pinion with Artec Industries Lower Control Arm Mounts with modified upper mount and modified Track Bar mount.
Front RC Control Arm Drop Bracket.
Ruff Stuff Short Arm Single Himes.
RC Extended Sway Bar Links.
Dana 30 Rock Crusher Diff Cover.
Ruff Stuff One Ton OTK Steering.
6" Lift Drop Pitman Arm.
Ruff Stuff Front and Center Frame Stiffeners.
Rear DIY Frame Stiffener and Rear Frame Tie in Kit.
6" x 2" Box Rocker replacement with Tube Slider.
Modified Factory Bumper with Side Sliders.
Rear Tow Hitch Tire Carrier that bolts into Rear Frame Tie in Kit.
Modified upper Shock Crossmember for Rear Shocks
Rear Axle Chrysler 8.25 29 Spline with modified High Clearance Shock Mounts.
Rear Shocks 6.5" Trailmasters.
Rear Leaf Springs 5.5" Rubicon Express
Rear RC Shackle Relocation Bracket.
Stainless Steel Braided Brake Lines front and back.
Warrior 9500lb Winch.
Front Bumper - Ebay Custom Made.

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