What did you do to your Jeep today?

[XJ Wheeler]

Got my homebrew square tube doors done and mounted! http://img.tapatalk.com/45aba300-f536-9dd0.jpg

I spy with my little eye... an FNJEEP sticker. Got a few of those myself.

[nickxj94]

Yeah my buddy bought some stuff from them and gave me a couple stickers since I like stickers lol! Also have a sticker for all the offroad Parks I been to in Arkansas so far

[prerunner1982]

the same thing I do everyday......try to take over the world! :D

[XJMJeep]

Replaced all four tie rods in the front, kinda pricy but nice to have tight steering again! :thumbsup:

[oderdene]

replaced torn intake hose and IAC cleaned

[jonlee79]

din my head liner down in 15 min took 2hrs to put back up.but it is done still have to do visors and speaker bar http://s18.postimage.org/ajoe1k1yd/head_liner1.jpg (http://postimage.org/image/ajoe1k1yd/) http://s9.postimage.org/cqs121zzv/headliner_2.jpg (http://postimage.org/image/cqs121zzv/)

well got the speaker bar covered today just got to out it back in it should be a lot easer then the head liner.http://www.xjtalk.com/picture.php?albumid=412&pictureid=3232

[jonlee79]

http://www.xjtalk.com/picture.php?albumid=412&pictureid=3232http://www.xjtalk.com/picture.php?albumid=412&pictureid=3227
http://www.xjtalk.com/picture.php?albumid=412&pictureid=3228http://www.xjtalk.com/picture.php?albumid=412&pictureid=3238
http://www.xjtalk.com/picture.php?albumid=412&pictureid=3237

[jonlee79]

where i got my materal
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Creative-Cuts-Mossy-Oak-Fleece-Print-Fabric/20575108

[Brasscatz]

http://www.xjtalk.com/picture.php?albumid=412&pictureid=3232http://www.xjtalk.com/picture.php?albumid=412&pictureid=3227
http://www.xjtalk.com/picture.php?albumid=412&pictureid=3228http://www.xjtalk.com/picture.php?albumid=412&pictureid=3238
http://www.xjtalk.com/picture.php?albumid=412&pictureid=3237

Looks great, man! I love that cargo cover/shelf you have there. Do you have a write up or maybe the dimensions on it? I've been thinking of something similar.

[cpttuna]

The 99 just got a tune-up: plugs: Champion RC12ECC,Dist cap:NAPA MO30,Rotor:NAPA MO31, and wires NAPA Belden 700444(7mm).

[jonlee79]

Looks great, man! I love that cargo cover/shelf you have there. Do you have a write up or maybe the dimensions on it? I've been thinking of something similar.

sorry,no just got the hight and the with i needed.and made it happen sorry wish i could be more help.i also use a hinge so i can get to the stuff way in the back.just make sure your back legs clear the wheel well i have two but they are in about 5 inches or so.

[4x4Dalton]

Put a tranny cooler on mine. :driving:

[prerunner1982]

Put a tranny cooler on mine. :driving:

Gonna need it down in Texas.

[Silverfoot]

Wasn't actually today but earlier this week I finished relocating my trailer electrical plug receptacle. After having bent the bracket it was attached to the bumper with on 3 straight offroading trips, and the fact that the bracket itself was rather thin and very rusty, I decided the relocation was in order.

The rusty spot on the bumper is where it used to be:
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8160/7469791062_f2ea6965ab_c.jpg

How it rode for about a week while I was working on the bracket to hold it more permanently (I actually swapped the rubber bands for small bungie cords right after this pic):
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8156/7469790764_b77e6b5bab_c.jpg

More than enough room in that cavity for the plug to ride and allow the hatch to close:
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8156/7469790764_b77e6b5bab_c.jpg

Brackets I made from some scrap .060 Aluminum from work:
The larger L-shaped bracket attaches to one of the bumper mounting screws and the sits just underneath the surface of the bumper while the flat piece sits on top of the bumper, under the plug receptacle.
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8024/7629701280_0f9664ee62_c.jpg

Finished product:
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8002/7649677426_05a255ee3b_c.jpg

Close-up:
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8002/7649677426_05a255ee3b_c.jpg

Made sure there was enough room for the cap to open and allow the adapter for the 4 pin plug that many trailers use to fit:
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7277/7649676734_f9312827d2_c.jpg

I'll be picking up a 4 pin cable extension just in case the cable from any trailer I may pull doesn't reach to the new location.

When the hatch is closed you can just barely see about 1/4" of the upper metal flange past the lower edge of the hatch. Overall I'm very happy with how it turned out, I didn't have to re-drill or enlarge any holes to allow everything to fit. Just a little wiggling and all the screws lined up!

[Dirtoyz]

Removed the tailgate panel and cleaned the latch mechenism so it works everytime. Did a crawlthrough and checked out everything underneath. I just got it 4 days ago.
Tomorrow I will remove and clean the NSS.

[Dirtoyz]

Brasscats, what did you use for adhesive spray type? That headliner is the sh*t!

[89Laredo]

Green jeep is almost ready for scrap.
http://img.tapatalk.com/4b64919a-3e7e-32cc.jpg

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[Brasscatz]

Brasscats, wht did you use for adhesive spray type? That headliner is the sh*t!

That would be jonlee79's headliner, I just quoted his post. 3M makes spray adhesive that works well and you can get it at Autozone or similar places. I used it on the headliner on my Trans Am years ago.

[Mudderoy]

Wasn't actually today but earlier this week I finished relocating my trailer electrical plug receptacle. After having bent the bracket it was attached to the bumper with on 3 straight offroading trips, and the fact that the bracket itself was rather thin and very rusty, I decided the relocation was in order.

The rusty spot on the bumper is where it used to be:
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8160/7469791062_f2ea6965ab_c.jpg

How it rode for about a week while I was working on the bracket to hold it more permanently (I actually swapped the rubber bands for small bungie cords right after this pic):
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8156/7469790764_b77e6b5bab_c.jpg

More than enough room in that cavity for the plug to ride and allow the hatch to close:
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8156/7469790764_b77e6b5bab_c.jpg

Brackets I made from some scrap .060 Aluminum from work:
The larger L-shaped bracket attaches to one of the bumper mounting screws and the sits just underneath the surface of the bumper while the flat piece sits on top of the bumper, under the plug receptacle.
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8024/7629701280_0f9664ee62_c.jpg

Finished product:
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8002/7649677426_05a255ee3b_c.jpg

Close-up:
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8002/7649677426_05a255ee3b_c.jpg

Made sure there was enough room for the cap to open and allow the adapter for the 4 pin plug that many trailers use to fit:
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7277/7649676734_f9312827d2_c.jpg

I'll be picking up a 4 pin cable extension just in case the cable from any trailer I may pull doesn't reach to the new location.

When the hatch is closed you can just barely see about 1/4" of the upper metal flange past the lower edge of the hatch. Overall I'm very happy with how it turned out, I didn't have to re-drill or enlarge any holes to allow everything to fit. Just a little wiggling and all the screws lined up!

Nicely done. :cool:

[Mudderoy]

Checked all the control arm lengths. One was a quarter inch short. Adjusted it.

On today's menu, is getting the air tank bolted to the bottom of the 98 and seeing if I can find some more air connection bits I need. Home Depot had a really sucky selection.

[Silverfoot]

Nicely done. :cool:

Thanks!

[OrangeXJ]

finished re locating the winch control box to under the hood and hooked up the remote winch control it's SWEET

[Mudderoy]

Sent two messages (one ebay, one e-mail) to the guy that sold me the ARB RD93 locker, since it turned out to be a RD101 locker instead. I told you it was too good to be true.

:bang:

[nickxj94]

Changed the oil and done a tranny flush on my 94 today shifts alot better now.

[4.3LXJ]

Built a couple of shock stud eliminators and changed shocks

[Dirtoyz]

That would be jonlee79's headliner, I just quoted his post. 3M makes spray adhesive that works well and you can get it at Autozone or similar places. I used it on the headliner on my Trans Am years ago.

My bad!:out: Thanks for the reply though. :thumbsup:

[bigjim350]

My bad!:out: Thanks for the reply though. :thumbsup:

The 3M #77 spray adhesive is awesome for headliners of any material. Have found no other adhesive better.

[ALS XJ]

Installed a new A/C condenser and hoses in the '92...nice and cold again.

[nickxj94]

Installed a new A/C condenser and hoses in the '92...nice and cold again.

I did the same thing a month ago its nice with cold air again!

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[4x4Dalton]

Took the vent visors off the doors.Some big ole redneck that looked alot like me locked the keys in the jeep:bang:.So had to take one off to get a broom handle in window to push window button down on other side.:cry:

[Carves]

Rednecks can only afford one key ???


Since Ive got three and .... quoting Mr Foxworthy ...

"Dang - that near makes me royalty" ... :p .. :rotfl2:

[XJMJeep]

Took the vent visors off the doors.Some big ole redneck that looked alot like me locked the keys in the jeep:bang:.So had to take one off to get a broom handle in window to push window button down on other side.:cry:

Carry a spare door key in your wallet, that's what I do.

[cj4a nz]

moved from one side of the workshop to the other and ........... running rough,wouldn't rev ran sweet last weekend then bound up in the diffs can't get into 2wd just f......kn over it :bang::bang:
xj u want it


did get the recover trailer inside for the new deck to go on this week thou may have to up grade the springs on that as well :bang:


:cry:
off to buy a range rover I think

[Dakom]

88 JEEP CHEROKEE - YouTube

[Brasscatz]

88 JEEP CHEROKEE - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=woYmU7zZlT0)

Interesting light setup. I've never seen one with a color dial before. Way back in the day, I used to have a little blue light bar that would pulse with the music that I played. Brings back memories! lol!

[cpttuna]

turned AC on high and sprayed Lysol in the cowl vent

[Dakom]

Interesting light setup. I've never seen one with a color dial before. Way back in the day, I used to have a little blue light bar that would pulse with the music that I played. Brings back memories! lol!

I have that in my pick up it flashes withe the music but the ones in my XJ are LED's

[msmoorenburg]

picked up a header panel

http://i1135.photobucket.com/albums/m639/sellitx/jeepheader.jpg

[Brasscatz]

picked up a header panel


It's the best color too... :rolleye0012:

[msmoorenburg]

It's the best color too... :rolleye0012:

ha its gonna be covered up with the master color :). Oh and Bear change my warranted Tom Woods drive-shaft out

[Brasscatz]

ha its gonna be covered up with the master color :). Oh and Bear change my warranted Tom Woods drive-shaft out

Pretty sure that red IS the universal master color, but I know what you mean ;)

[msmoorenburg]

Pretty sure that red IS the universal master color, but I know what you mean ;)

Well it is the most expensive color to buy, and its the fastest fading color next to silver. :D

[oderdene]

flares gone :D

[OrangeXJ]

drove it for the first time in a week no rain yet

[denverd1]

Finally ordered winch (10K engo). Found a rear bumper and ordered it too. Can't wait for them to get here :D

[denverd1]

Pretty sure that red IS the universal master color, but I know what you mean ;)

So it IS gonna be RED!! :p

[89Laredo]

Ordered the 91+ oil filter nipple so I can run a SAE oil filter with bigger capacity.

[Mudderoy]

Ordered the 91+ oil filter nipple so I can run a SAE oil filter with bigger capacity.

So with your current oil filter adapter you cannot run one of these?

http://xjtalk.com/images/special/purolatoroilfilters1.jpg

[89Laredo]

I'm assuming those are SAE thread.
No

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[nickxj94]

Got a tranny cooler today, I think it's a little overkill but maybe my Jeep will quit over heating in this heat lol. http://img.tapatalk.com/18f8c232-54a6-416e.jpg and it was free!

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[4x4Dalton]

Got a tranny cooler today, I think it's a little overkill but maybe my Jeep will quit over heating in this heat lol. http://img.tapatalk.com/18f8c232-54a6-416e.jpg and it was free!

Free?How Ya manage that?

[bluedragon436]

Yeah, why can't I find deals like that?!

[nickxj94]

I have nice Co workers that have tons of parts laying around lol

[4x4Dalton]

I have nice Co workers that have tons of parts laying around lol


Lol.Sweet.Now just remember us other folks when its freebie time again :smiley-laughing021::smiley-laughing021:

[nickxj94]

Lol.Sweet.Now just remember us other folks when its freebie time again :smiley-laughing021::smiley-laughing021:

Most mods I've done have been free lol

[4x4Dalton]

Those are the best ones lol

[4.3LXJ]

Changed my parking brake linkage over from rod to cable

[XJ4IV]

Scored 2 parnelli jones dirt grabbers with about 30% left for spares! just need another H2 wheel
http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g131/simplescout/129_0702_16_ztire_buyers_guideparne.jpg

[ALS XJ]

Left work early to do a little wheelin...

[Carves]

Bug sprayed and vacced the heck out of it ... :mad:



.... coz yesterday it went lumberjacking and low range wheeling ...

.... and I brought some little friends home .. :bang:

:D

[4.3LXJ]

Hey Carves, they just wanted a ride ......

[cantab27]

Bug sprayed and vacced the heck out of it ... :mad:



.... coz yesterday it went lumberjacking and low range wheeling ...

.... and I brought some little friends home .. :bang:

:D

all good carves..them red ones need all the help they can get....:D

side note....least they weren't them bull ant thingies...those little suckers hurt when they bite...:p

[Carves]

If they were bullants I woulda walked home ... but they were just the little black nibblers ... :D

[4.3LXJ]

Two new KM2s for the front. What a difference

[Mudderoy]

Changed out the #1 injector.

[89Laredo]

Broke it

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[elistwrt]

Installed front end of 3" fat bobs lift, looks great!! It doesn't look like a station wagon now... Lmao

Then drove it to the alignment shop in Lake Charles to have them put shackles in the rear instead of aal and rear shocks... The line everything up...

She drives better than stock now lol

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[Carves]

Changed out the #1 injector.


Some XJTalk fella did a write up on how to do that ... a while back.

Did you find it ??? .... and was it useful ???


:smiley-laughing021:





Gave mine a break from grocery getting ... and put it on gardening duty.

Found out that new all terrain tyres - dont guarrantee grip on patches of clover ....
























... but maybe the new handbrake mod was the issue ????

:D



http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n629/carves-oz/BackYard/Handbrake01b.jpg

[cantab27]

Some XJTalk fella did a write up on how to do that ... a while back.

Did you find it ??? .... and was it useful ???


:smiley-laughing021:





Gave mine a break from grocery getting ... and put it on gardening duty.

Found out that new all terrain tyres - dont guarrantee grip on patches of clover ....























... but maybe the new handbrake mod was the issue ????

:D



http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n629/carves-oz/BackYard/Handbrake01b.jpg


ok ill ask...what the hell are ya doing..................

[Carves]

ok ill ask...what the hell are ya doing..................


l'il grocery getter was giving the hi-lift jack, a helping hand to pull out old fence posts ... :D

a bigger log woulda been nice ... or an A-frame ...

[cantab27]

or a bit of tnt.............................

[Brasscatz]

Broke it

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Details?

[Mudderoy]

Broke it

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Turn about is fair play. ;)

[Mudderoy]

Changed out the #1 injector.

This morning I went to pop the hood, you know just to check for fuel leaks again.

Hood latch isn't working! :rotfl2:

Had the image of a perfect storm all the way in.... :cop:

[UHCOSTUH]

305 uh I did this any idea on how to fix it

[Mudderoy]

305 uh I did this any idea on how to fix it

I bought a bolt, a nut and an air chisel. The welded nut was out in a couple of minutes. Then I used the nut and bolt I bought. You might want to get a lock washer and maybe a large flat washer as well.

[dagr8tim]

Removed the tailgate panel and cleaned the latch mechenism so it works everytime. Did a crawlthrough and checked out everything underneath. I just got it 4 days ago.
Tomorrow I will remove and clean the NSS.

Unless you're having problems, I wouldn't worry about the NSS.

[prerunner1982]

Filled it up with gas, 379miles out of 17.669 gallons. If math isn't your strong suit that works out too 21.45 mpg. :D

[Mudderoy]

Filled it up with gas, 379miles out of 17.669 gallons. If math isn't your strong suit that works out too 21.45 mpg. :D

Yeah, but that Jeep is so low you'd have to crawl under a snakes belly to get out of it. :poke: :rotfl2:

[89Laredo]

Unbroke it, oil change.

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[Showtime3492]

Got the stroker back finally.


http://i1127.photobucket.com/albums/l626/Showtime3492/268362_3711432230000_1891584041_n.jpg

[XJ4IV]

Unless you're having problems, I wouldn't worry about the NSS.

X2... and EVEN if you are having issues... just buy yourself whats called a momentary switch for like 5 bucks at pretty much ANY auto parts store, the switch ONLY has power while your holding it, its spring loaded to let go once you let go of it wire than guy one side to the battery and one side to the starter... push button start! you still have to put the key in the ignition and turn it forward but then you just push the switch and viola the motor starts up!

[bluedragon436]

Got the stroker back finally.


http://i1127.photobucket.com/albums/l626/Showtime3492/268362_3711432230000_1891584041_n.jpg

I can't wait until I can build my stroker... even if it is a budget stroker, not a full on high end stroker!! Can't wait to see some feedback on the stroker once you get it installed!!

[89Laredo]

Mine will just be a 4.2 crank, standard bore, and a cam...

Writeup from today:
http://emeraldgreen97.wordpress.com/2012/08/02/run-ho-and-oversize-filters-on-your-renix/

[bluedragon436]

Mine will just be a 4.2 crank, standard bore, and a cam...

Writeup from today:
http://emeraldgreen97.wordpress.com/2012/08/02/run-ho-and-oversize-filters-on-your-renix/

Mine was just going to be a 4.2 crank, rod w/ my standard bore 4.0, a cam and probably look into porting and polishing the head w/ a valve job.. just to freshen the top end up.. if I have the money I'll do more upgrades at that time.. I'm just looking for a slight upgrade on HP and Tq, nothing in high racing HP territory...

[Dirtoyz]

X2... and EVEN if you are having issues... just buy yourself whats called a momentary switch for like 5 bucks at pretty much ANY auto parts store, the switch ONLY has power while your holding it, its spring loaded to let go once you let go of it wire than guy one side to the battery and one side to the starter... push button start! you still have to put the key in the ignition and turn it forward but then you just push the switch and viola the motor starts up!

I have no back up lights and need them for inspection. They arn't difficult.

[dagr8tim]

I bought a bolt, a nut and an air chisel. The welded nut was out in a couple of minutes. Then I used the nut and bolt I bought. You might want to get a lock washer and maybe a large flat washer as well.

I was amazed all 4 of mine came out without any issues for a northern Jeep. I was ready to punch the broken studs out and replace with nutcert (rivnuts).

[89Laredo]

I'm gonna drill a 1/2" hole above all of them and soak them down with penetrant for a week before...
Hopefully they won't break...

[dagr8tim]

I'm gonna drill a 1/2" hole above all of them and soak them down with penetrant for a week before...
Hopefully they won't break...

I used Kroil. It's a bit expensive and hard to find but it works. It looks and smells like ATF + Acetone. I just stuck the little straw in the triangular hole and sprayed till it started to drip out afew times.

I then used an electric impact gun. I think the impact gun was it.

When you use a ratchet, you're increasing the torque as you try to turn the bolt, and it breaks. With an impact gun, it jolts the bolt to get it to start moving.

[89Laredo]

I use atf/acetone alot and it works pretty good.
I'm not gonna cut a big hole out like most, just drill above the welded nut and soak them..
don't have an impact.

[Mudderoy]

I'm gonna drill a 1/2" hole above all of them and soak them down with penetrant for a week before...
Hopefully they won't break...

Let us know if that works.

[cantab27]

I have no back up lights and need them for inspection. They arn't difficult.

or just loosen nut that holds nss switch, move it slightly to ya back up lights hit up..that's what i did to mine...

like ya said easy to do but.....i saved this on , only cause of prices down here....

http://i469.photobucket.com/albums/rr52/cantab27/jeepin%20and%20bits/Image0592.jpg

http://i469.photobucket.com/albums/rr52/cantab27/jeepin%20and%20bits/Image0598.jpg

[oderdene]

oil & filter changed, Castrol GTX 5W30

http://www.castrol.com/liveassets/bp_internet/castrol/castrol_korea/STAGING/local_assets/images/products/gtx_5W30_korea_106x153.jpg

[dagr8tim]

or just loosen nut that holds nss switch, move it slightly to ya back up lights hit up..that's what i did to mine...

like ya said easy to do but.....i saved this on , only cause of prices down here....


Mine starts in gear. :-( PO bypassed the NSS when it went bad.

I should really see if the one from the parts Jeep is good.

[prerunner1982]

I washed it.... been awhile so it was in desperate need.

[Carves]

Filled it up with dust and twigs, pollen, sawdust ..... and more damn ants .. :mad: .. :D


Want a job prerunner1982 ?? .. :D

[XJ4IV]

I wheeled mine yesterday... only thing that broke... the bead on two tires!
wheeled for at least 8 hours, got there about 11A.M left at midnight!
we stayed on 4-5's I was rolling with a yota on 38's with dual cases, pretty cool rig
and then another XJ a 91 with a 4.5 lift on 33's, same paint scheme as mine.
here is a teaser pic, all other pics can be found on thread "8 hours of wheelin!"
http://i1133.photobucket.com/albums/m590/XJ4IV/2012-08-04122915.jpg

[4.3LXJ]

What, you are rolling the beads off the rims and this is the only pic we get. Shameful :mad0029:

[TeXJ]

thats what I'm saying!

[XJ4IV]

well the first one I didnt even see it occur as it was under 18 inches of mud buddy just LOL'd when he saw a big blurb of air come up from under the mud, second one I heard when it happened and there was literally NOTHING I could do!!!

[89Laredo]

~200 mi
http://img.tapatalk.com/4b64919a-3c05-7827.jpg
http://img.tapatalk.com/4b64919a-3c18-98b6.jpg
http://img.tapatalk.com/4b64919a-3c2f-9122.jpg
http://img.tapatalk.com/4b64919a-3c46-f254.jpg
http://img.tapatalk.com/4b64919a-3c5b-3ac7.jpg

Picked up my rear springs yesterday

[bigjim350]

Well this week i ordered uca axle side bushings, and upper rebuild kits from rough country for my flex joints. So today I decided to take one arm off just to see how bad the bushings really were. They werent too bad, but holy **** what a pain in the ass to get the control arm off and back on.

[msmoorenburg]

replaced the alternator over the weekend

[TeXJ]

replaced the alternator over the weekend

In who's jeep? :D

[89Laredo]

Noticed this
http://img.tapatalk.com/aefce1fc-5aa1-c105.jpg

[Brasscatz]

Noticed this
http://img.tapatalk.com/aefce1fc-5aa1-c105.jpg

Hmmm... I noticed that too, just didn't want to say anything. We all deserve to have a few loose bolts now and then :rolleye0012:

[oderdene]

installed oil catch tank :D

http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-rKpfacd4IuY/UCGvcSVfAyI/AAAAAAAACJ4/syKsdMbmtlI/s320/IMG_4479.JPG%3Cb%3E

http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-2dwl7rZyBnU/UCGvlxNWv1I/AAAAAAAACKA/UXsq76G_NbA/s320/IMG_4480.JPG

[XJ4IV]

I took the wheel off the back that I lost the bead on last saturday!!!
Taking it to work tomorrow to reseat it!

[89Laredo]

http://img.tapatalk.com/4b64919a-d54e-1d5a.jpg

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[4x4Dalton]

Put a straighter fender on right side today.Now my assenger door dont fold the fender in :D

[bigjim350]

Got my flex joint rebuild kits today. I could do a writeup on how to rebuild them if anybody is intrested....pretty simple though

[cj4a nz]

well changed the spark plugs again last night and ran it to night thats ok time to try the trailer :rolleye0012:
a picture says a thousand word so ....................................
http://i406.photobucket.com/albums/pp150/cj41jeep/jeep%20rebuild/th_IMG_0095.jpg (http://s406.photobucket.com/albums/pp150/cj41jeep/jeep%20rebuild/?action=view&current=IMG_0095.jpg)

http://i406.photobucket.com/albums/pp150/cj41jeep/jeep%20rebuild/th_IMG_0096.jpg (http://s406.photobucket.com/albums/pp150/cj41jeep/jeep%20rebuild/?action=view&current=IMG_0096.jpg)

do I move the axle back or move the deck forward I have 1.4 mtr to the coupling and forward would be easier ...........................................
famous last words

[denverd1]

took a good look at my front bumper. realized that the 4 bolts holding it on aren't going to be strong enough.

[Mudderoy]

Got my flex joint rebuild kits today. I could do a writeup on how to rebuild them if anybody is intrested....pretty simple though

Write up! Simple stuff isn't if you've never done it before.

[prcjeep]

bought the other half of my tie rod end, from the right knuckle to the pitman arm. Hopefully this is the last cause of the DW. :D

[bluedragon436]

bought the other half of my tie rod end, from the right knuckle to the pitman arm. Hopefully this is the last cause of the DW. :D

I'll be in the same boat as you as far as replacing parts trying to combat the DW when I get home from this deployment... Hoping I won't have to replace too much, as there are many items I want to replace (like U-joints and such) that I won't be able to afford if I have to spend all my spare money on stopping the DW.. I want to eventually replace/upgrade the steering components.. just want to replace needed items first... but the DW is crazy

[4.3LXJ]

Cleaned about a pound of mud out of my radiator.

[nickxj94]

Got me two spicer ujoints to install in my new to me rear driveshaft when it gets here Sunday. Hopefully it will fix my vibration in the rear

[bluedragon436]

Found the bumper and ultimately the buildup I'd love to get to one day.. I'd probably stick with my green though, not going camo!! Not too bad of a deal for the bumpers and sliders... just wish I could afford to pick up the whole build up...

http://i43.tinypic.com/eqyr82.jpg

[cantab27]

i found when i stopped eating bakebeans the vibrations stop on my rear end ..hope this helps nick

[nickxj94]

i found when i stopped eating bakebeans the vibrations stop on my rear end ..hope this helps nick

Now that's funny! :D

[nickxj94]

Found the bumper and ultimately the buildup I'd love to get to one day.. I'd probably stick with my green though, not going camo!! Not too bad of a deal for the bumpers and sliders... just wish I could afford to pick up the whole build up...

http://i43.tinypic.com/eqyr82.jpg

Me like the cage

[4.3LXJ]

i found when i stopped eating bakebeans the vibrations stop on my rear end ..hope this helps nick

Helps before emissions testing too :p

[prcjeep]

bought the other half of my tie rod end, from the right knuckle to the pitman arm. Hopefully this is the last cause of the DW. :D

I painted said part Victory Red :D

[TeXJ]

Got my flex joint rebuild kits today. I could do a writeup on how to rebuild them if anybody is intrested....pretty simple though

yes please I need to do this as well. My LCA are needing to be replaced. Did you get the special tool as well?

[msmoorenburg]

yes please I need to do this as well. My LCA are needing to be replaced. Did you get the special tool as well?

I have the tool and its cake walk. Oh i picked up a gas tank skid, So now I need to keep it away from da bear. :rotfl2: GUess i better install it

[89Laredo]

Got these
http://img.tapatalk.com/4b64919a-8380-687c.jpg

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[Chaseweston]

Found the bumper and ultimately the buildup I'd love to get to one day.. I'd probably stick with my green though, not going camo!! Not too bad of a deal for the bumpers and sliders... just wish I could afford to pick up the whole build up...

http://i43.tinypic.com/eqyr82.jpg

Such a sweet rig.. Hmm now to ponder on "get jeep money quick" schemes to fund building one of my own.

[ArmyGuy45]

Changed the oil and realized I am an idiot. I just created more work for me down the road!

http://www.xjtalk.com/showthread.php?t=11429

[prerunner1982]

Filled up with gas again... 350 miles (yes exactly) and 16.06 gallons...... 21.79 MPG.

[Mudderoy]

Filled up with gas again... 350 miles (yes exactly) and 16.06 gallons...... 21.79 MPG.

Jon pulls up next to a drunk passed out on the road, driver's side. Has to pull up 6 feet so he can open his door to get out. :ass:

[prerunner1982]

Jon pulls up next to a drunk passed out on the road, driver's side. Has to pull up 6 feet so he can open his door to get out. :ass:

Only after he passed Tony at the gas station filling up......again.:poke::sign0142:

[msmoorenburg]

replaced the valve cover gasket :morningcoffee:

[Mudderoy]

All rockauto parts purchased for minor repairs on the 1999 XJ.

Replaced the electric fan that was making a noise when it shut off. Preventive maintenance.

Replaced the driver's door jam switch, inside lights now go on and off with the door open and close.

Replaced the driver's power windows, mirror, locks control. Now passengers can lower and raise their individual windows.

[Brasscatz]

replaced the valve cover gasket :morningcoffee:

On the white one? :poke:


All rockauto parts purchased for minor repairs on the 1999 XJ.

Replaced the electric fan that was making a noise when it shut off. Preventive maintenance.

Replaced the driver's door jam switch, inside lights now go on and off with the door open and close.

Replaced the driver's power windows, mirror, locks control. Now passengers can lower and raise their individual windows.

Dang Tony, you were productive and I pretty much only left the couch to go grocery shopping! :indifferent0020:

[msmoorenburg]

On the white one? :poke:


Yeppers



Dang Tony, you were productive and I pretty much only left the couch to go grocery shopping! :indifferent0020:

[XJ4IV]

Found the bumper and ultimately the buildup I'd love to get to one day.. I'd probably stick with my green though, not going camo!! Not too bad of a deal for the bumpers and sliders... just wish I could afford to pick up the whole build up...

http://i43.tinypic.com/eqyr82.jpg

that is ONE SEXY CAGE!!!! when and IF I get the money to pay someone to do a precision job like this... My wife will find another item to purchase!

[afbond03]

Pulled my radiator after discovering it cracked. Broke radiator fan in process. Should have new parts in on Tuesday.

[Carves]

.
Had to defend it from a terrorist ambush :eek:

... and then dodge the roadside IED they set up - which was capable of tearing the wheels off the XJ.

















http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n629/carves-oz/Trip%20Pics/12082012/Terrorist01b.jpg

http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n629/carves-oz/Trip%20Pics/12082012/IED01b.jpg

http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n629/carves-oz/Trip%20Pics/12082012/IED01c.jpg

[cantab27]

red healer.....??????see video of a blue healer punching tires on parked cars around Sydney few years back..had em stuffed until they seen the ccc footage

[4.3LXJ]

That is what the bar is for eh Carves?

[OrangeXJ]

took it to the beach yesterday for a breast cancer benifit 3 hundred + jeeps forgot the camera it was a sight to see. Had a full police escort it was neat getting to run the red lights in Galveston :D

[OrangeXJ]

that is ONE SEXY CAGE!!!! when and IF I get the money to pay someone to do a precision job like this... My wife will find another item to purchase!

I was planning to do that with mine till I found out it would cost 1500-2000

[89Laredo]

http://img.tapatalk.com/aee840c2-cb84-c699.jpg
http://img.tapatalk.com/aee840c2-cb9e-cf85.jpg

And 97 brake booster in the other one.
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[msmoorenburg]

Fixed the a/c :rolleye0012: stinking f6 fuse (it controls cooling fan and a/c function)

[dagr8tim]

Spent most of the afternoon trying to remove the rear bumper so I could install new nut strips and remount my gas tank skid & receiver. Got down to the last bracket bolt and it was rounded off because the bumper's been off before. I ended up having to pound a 9/16th impact socket on it and use a 3/4 breaker bar.

https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-FOf12WlQzWc/UCgqinrWYfI/AAAAAAAACv4/dn7Esx7pRUM/s508/2012-08-12_18-11-42_521.jpg
https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-4ceo72nR8qA/UCgsbM2A5oI/AAAAAAAACwA/XyTjAIchfbk/s508/2012-08-12_18-11-50_565.jpg

[TeXJ]

drove it to the Depot and then I lost my 3Lbs mallet off the back of the bumper on the way to the depot :(

[nickxj94]

Picked up a new to me rear driveshaft to replace mine that's bent from a rock it has new ujoints and it was FREE! :D got it cleaned up and painted ready to put in after work!http://img.tapatalk.com/18f8c232-49da-2d9a.jpg

[afbond03]

Ordered a DetoursUSA Knucklebone this morning. Then proceeded to FINALLY buy a full size spare and a Summit Racing steel wheel to mount it on. Really hate that MB doesn't make the Predators anymore, would really love a matching spare.

[bigjim350]

I put on new front shocks. Also installed new upper control arm bushings on the axle. WAS gonna rebuild my flex joints on my upper arms, but it turns out RC sent me kits for the lower arms. No biggie, gave em a call and they are sending the right ones now. So guess ill go ahead and rebuild the flex joints on upper and lower control arms next weekend. Oh yeah and i replaced the o-rings on my oil filter adapter and did a oil change.......was a long day

[Carves]

I put on new front shocks. Also installed new upper control arm bushings on the axle. WAS gonna rebuild my flex joints on my upper arms, but it turns out RC sent me kits for the lower arms. No biggie, gave em a call and they are sending the right ones now. So guess ill go ahead and rebuild the flex joints on upper and lower control arms next weekend. Oh yeah and i replaced the o-rings on my oil filter adapter and did a oil change.......was a long day


If your oil filter adapter, o-ring change, was anything like mine was a while back ...

It would have been a ... very, long day .. :D

[bigjim350]

Well i got lucky. My jeep is a older one so it has a hex bolt instead of a torx bolt on the oil filter adapter.

[4.3LXJ]

Reinstalled my radiator, and replaced a relay and pigtail for my Taurus fan. The old one be cooked

[denverd1]

Damn. Hate to hear that about the oil filter adapter, got my torx cool set but yet to start on it.

I got rear fenders trimmed. Not 100% happy with it but it will be fine. Looks ok at 10 ft but pretty rough up close. Buy hey its a jeep, not a mall crawler.
http://img.tapatalk.com/a6934898-8fb1-a561.jpg

Also decided I couldn't put a new winch on a rusty bumper. Rust wasn't terrible but it looked like PO used a chain instead of a tow strap and wrapped it around the hoops up front. Forgot before pic bit heres a pic half sanded.
http://img.tapatalk.com/a6934898-9083-f6e1.jpg

Then painted
http://img.tapatalk.com/a6934898-90a9-1aab.jpg
http://img.tapatalk.com/a6934898-90cb-60df.jpg

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[07Negative]

I drove another woman today. A Liberty even. Massive insult. But my Jeep, whom I've named, "Blaqk." Is down. Oil is all over the starter. So when I get back from Maui, I'll be ripping Blaqk apart and getting much needed love. Valve gasket, oil pan gasket, tranny, the works. Plus AGR steering gear box and AGR steering pump. Along with long arm kit that I've been sitting on for a frickin year, the rest of the frame stiffeners, and Dirt Bound 3 fan kit. Then a bath. There is pigeon shit all over my Jeep. I'm cutting fenders too.

[denverd1]

Long arms sitting for year!!! Oh my, blaqk needs some love!!

Ordered refurb steering gear and started tearing into it. Got the right tools maybe I can get the old one off.
http://img.tapatalk.com/a6934821-cb8f-04d5.jpg
Red mud in airbox. She's getting a modified air intake when she comes back from the long trail ride - deer lease.
http://img.tapatalk.com/a6934821-cc06-83b4.jpg

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[Carves]

Started scrounging through its spare parts collection and toolbox ...

The bent gearbox crossmember and worn out mount definitely needs changing ... this year ... :D

[dagr8tim]

Stilll trying to get those !@#$ing gas tank heat shield studs out so I can replace the nut strips and reinstall my gas tank skid, receiver, & rear bumper.

[UpstateXJ]

I found out I need to replace the O2 sensors...yay! Ordered a whole bunch of tune up parts from Oreilly. Tomorrow it will be getting new O2 sensors, plugs, wires, cap, rotor, fuel filter, oil change, axle lube change, trans filter and fluid, brake pads up front, shoes in the back as well.

I just got it and have no idea when the last maintenance was pulled so I am going to start from square one with it.

[nickxj94]

I found out I need to replace the O2 sensors...yay! Ordered a whole bunch of tune up parts from Oreilly. Tomorrow it will be getting new O2 sensors, plugs, wires, cap, rotor, fuel filter, oil change, axle lube change, trans filter and fluid, brake pads up front, shoes in the back as well.

I just got it and have no idea when the last maintenance was pulled so I am going to start from square one with it.

Best thing anyone can do when they get a used auto from anyone!

[cpttuna]

best idea: keep a notebook on each of your vehicles on what is done when it was done part #s and cost are also useful info.

[UpstateXJ]

I never write the costs down...I don't want to scare myself or give my gf blackmail material lol

[XJMJeep]

Fixed the loose tilt steering column, kinda involved but worth every minute doing it.

Is there a write up on that issue here?
If not I took lots of pictures! :camera:

[cantab27]

Fixed the loose tilt steering column, kinda involved but worth every minute doing it.

Is there a write up on that issue here?
If not I took lots of pictures! :camera:

dont think there is mike...so there should be one when i log on tomorrow..ya a good jeepa mate..........;)

[cpttuna]

Replaced the wiper blades on the 99. Used 15" ones I purchased on clearance from Wal-Mart. I got them for $2.50. With the cheapest blades now about twice this, I figured to use up the 15" ones I bought before going back to 18" ones. These are the Python brand that they used to sell.

[OrangeXJ]

Replaced the cracked turn signal lights on the front

[Jeepster19]

Nothing.Looked at it sitting in the garage for the last month.Waiting on my a/c guages&vacum pump to come in so I can work on it.:D

[UpstateXJ]

I got all the maintenance pulled. Found out why I had O2 sensor codes...the downstream sensor is gone...along with the cat. Going to put a new sensor in it and work some magic on it to keep it from throwing a code. Have the ARB bumper with me at work right now to straighten the brackets from the deer hit. Didn't bend the bumper, just the brackets lol

[bluedragon436]

I got all the maintenance pulled. Found out why I had O2 sensor codes...the downstream sensor is gone...along with the cat. Going to put a new sensor in it and work some magic on it to keep it from throwing a code. Have the ARB bumper with me at work right now to straighten the brackets from the deer hit. Didn't bend the bumper, just the brackets lol

Hey at least you got plenty of good offroad shops that can help you if you have issues there in SC!! I wish I was still in SC so I could make use of the awesome shops, and the awesome wheeling with in short distances of anywhere in SC!!

[89Laredo]

Fixed the loose tilt steering column, kinda involved but worth every minute doing it.

Is there a write up on that issue here?
If not I took lots of pictures! :camera:

I need to do mine...

[UpstateXJ]

No doubt there are several shops around. Some are high and some are shady but some are awesome!

I buy all of mine through the shop space that I rent. I get some great deals with them.

[bigjim350]

The correct rebuild kits came in for my flex joints. So I will be reubilding upper and lower joints this weekend and try to get the :bang: noise out of my frontend

[denverd1]

put gear puller on pitman arm. Sprayed PB, swung BFH at it, tightened gear puller. repeat 10x. still waiting for it to loosen up. Since I won't be reusing either the steering gear or the pitman arm (thinking about going with a dropped arm so I don't to do this again in a few months) I'm really leaning towards putting a torch on it.

[801 xj ohh rah]

Drove around the naihberhood looking for the S.O.B that walked by and stole my cd case and to top it off for this morning i just called a guy about some rebicon express shackles and he was a total A$$ like seriously a F N A$$ about me asking if he would meet half way on the drive because its like an hour or so one way so dont think i ll get the deal

[nickxj94]

Traded my 33 tsl's and soft 8s for some 32x11.50 sportkings and 15x10 soft 8s :ohttp://img.tapatalk.com/18f8c232-8524-b12b.jpghttp://img.tapatalk.com/18f8c232-852d-1f6d.jpg

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[UpstateXJ]

I reinstalled my ARB bumper and still had to tweak it around to get it to fit to my liking. My winch arrived after the bumper was reinstalled...go figure lol

[dagr8tim]

Replaced the nutstrips and remounted the gas tank skid & receiver.

https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-h9MC49kGbvk/UC-HtldylbI/AAAAAAAAC1s/5Tl5zfqWUHs/s905/2012-08-17_21-59-08_475.jpg

Nearly back together and calling it a night.
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-9W_fl4jryMU/UC-HySI4FpI/AAAAAAAAC10/rs_WOG2V7xs/s905/2012-08-17_21-59-22_851.jpg

[801 xj ohh rah]

went down to american fork and got me some rubicon shackles for $50 bucks and the guy turned out not to be a complete d-bag in person

[XJ4IV]

Im not a douchebag in person...

[Mudderoy]

Im not a douchebag in person...

I bet Wayne updates his signature with this one!

[cantab27]

I bet Wayne updates his signature with this one!

might need proof of said statement first..........................:rotfl2::rotfl2:

[XJ4IV]

hop in a boatand hit the states!

[Carves]

Took it out on an Echidna spotting expedition.

Its their breeding season at the moment so theres normally a few about.











Nope - None here ....

http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n629/carves-oz/Trip%20Pics/19082012/Tink08b.jpg

http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n629/carves-oz/Trip%20Pics/19082012/Tink07b.jpg



or here ...

http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n629/carves-oz/Trip%20Pics/19082012/Tink02b.jpg

http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n629/carves-oz/Trip%20Pics/19082012/Empty01b.jpg



ahhhh ... Found their dinner table ...

http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n629/carves-oz/Trip%20Pics/19082012/AntNest01b.jpg



Typical tho .. :rolleyes: .. not one to be found ... saw a bunch the other week when i didnt have a camera handy .. :bang:

Guess you blokes will have to google the spiky little buggers - to see what they look like ... :D



Was time to get out of that nuclear wasteland, that some gubberment clown decided to proclaim a National Park & Conservation area anyways... and find somewhere I can cut some firewood without destroying the planet .. :rolleyes:


An XJ ... actually "offroad" ... :rolleye0012:

http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n629/carves-oz/Trip%20Pics/19082012/Firewood04b.jpg

http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n629/carves-oz/Trip%20Pics/19082012/Firewood06b.jpg



Yep this little fella will do ..

http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n629/carves-oz/Trip%20Pics/19082012/Firewood01b.jpg

http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n629/carves-oz/Trip%20Pics/19082012/Firewood03b.jpg



Hmmmm ... I remember someone getting all girly - about centipedes a while back :p

Aussie ones are generally smaller ... but they are cranky little sods - and not scared of chainsaws either .. :D

http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n629/carves-oz/Trip%20Pics/19082012/Cent01b.jpg

[dagr8tim]

Jeep Jam in SW Ohio. More hills than I expected on the trail ride.

Got alittle trail damage while I was at it.
https://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-snc6/254990_10152030794500131_1668420706_n.jpg
https://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/531063_10152030795310131_255174200_n.jpg

[bluedragon436]

Looks like fun was had... at least the damage wasn't too serious... chicks dig trail damage!!

[dagr8tim]

Looks like fun was had... at least the damage wasn't too serious... chicks dig trail damage!!

I popped the dent out in about 15 minutes, because I had to pull the door panel. There's still a slight ripple to the panel, but my Jeep was never a show rig.

Pulling the panel gave me the excuse to start swapping my other door panels on.

[XJ4IV]

Took it out on an Echidna spotting expedition.

Its their breeding season at the moment so theres normally a few about.







thanks... DUDE IT WAS 10 INCHES LONG!!!
yours is like 1.5... IF THAT lol



Nope - None here ....

http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n629/carves-oz/Trip%20Pics/19082012/Tink08b.jpg

http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n629/carves-oz/Trip%20Pics/19082012/Tink07b.jpg



or here ...

http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n629/carves-oz/Trip%20Pics/19082012/Tink02b.jpg

http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n629/carves-oz/Trip%20Pics/19082012/Empty01b.jpg



ahhhh ... Found their dinner table ...

http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n629/carves-oz/Trip%20Pics/19082012/AntNest01b.jpg



Typical tho .. :rolleyes: .. not one to be found ... saw a bunch the other week when i didnt have a camera handy .. :bang:

Guess you blokes will have to google the spiky little buggers - to see what they look like ... :D



Was time to get out of that nuclear wasteland, that some gubberment clown decided to proclaim a National Park & Conservation area anyways... and find somewhere I can cut some firewood without destroying the planet .. :rolleyes:


An XJ ... actually "offroad" ... :rolleye0012:

http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n629/carves-oz/Trip%20Pics/19082012/Firewood04b.jpg

http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n629/carves-oz/Trip%20Pics/19082012/Firewood06b.jpg



Yep this little fella will do ..

http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n629/carves-oz/Trip%20Pics/19082012/Firewood01b.jpg

http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n629/carves-oz/Trip%20Pics/19082012/Firewood03b.jpg



Hmmmm ... I remember someone getting all girly - about centipedes a while back :p

Aussie ones are generally smaller ... but they are cranky little sods - and not scared of chainsaws either .. :D

http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n629/carves-oz/Trip%20Pics/19082012/Cent01b.jpg

[Cartman4241]

http://img.tapatalk.com/47acac7d-e098-aa9e.jpg

Gave her a bath because she's a dirty girl :)

http://img.tapatalk.com/47acac7d-e0af-6dd6.jpg


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[Carves]

thanks... DUDE IT WAS 10 INCHES LONG!!!
yours is like 1.5... IF THAT lol



:thumbsup:


Was about time ya finally found the :poke: ... :smiley-laughing021:

[denverd1]

Couldnt get the damn pitman arm off. So after a week of this
http://img.tapatalk.com/a6934894-a6e5-5186.jpg
It was cutoff wheel time. Tie rod was shot and Ill need a drop arm eventually anyway.
http://img.tapatalk.com/a6934894-a73a-5a99.jpg
Just hope the stock track bar works...

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[Mudderoy]

Couldnt get the damn pitman arm off. So after a week of this
http://img.tapatalk.com/a6934894-a6e5-5186.jpg
It was cutoff wheel time. Tie rod was shot and Ill need a drop arm eventually anyway.
http://img.tapatalk.com/a6934894-a73a-5a99.jpg
Just hope the stock track bar works...

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:wow:

[prcjeep]

Im a douchebag in person...

WTF??^^^^^ :rotfl2::rotfl2:

[prcjeep]

Soon as I leave work I'm going to have this repaired a Cillis Car Care off 249.
This happened at an automatic "soft cloth" conveyor type car wash. They gave me the run around saying my vehicle didnt qualify for them being responsible for damages... "5 years old or newer, and no non-factory stock modifications".

So the kid working when i was there didn't know anything about what to do and said to come back to talk to the manager after 11am. I came at 11 and this is a synopsis of the convo...

Manager(mngr): Your car is too old and non stock for us to repair.

Me: How does that have anything to do with my headlights being ripped out??

mngr: your tires are too big and made the cloth wraps not work like normal.

Me: my headlights are obviously infront of the tires, how would the tires have anything to do with the wrappy tall spinny thing going by and tearing out my headlights?

mngr: because your car isnt stock and is older than 5 years.

Me: The machine wasnt working right did your attendant tell you that?

mngr: No, it's working fine.

......

Later, after he reviewed the video,

Me: so did you see that machine stop moving forward with the wraps still spinning on the edge of my grill?

mngr: No, that was a hesitation in the recording.(:bsflag:)

Me: Okay I see that you don't understand what happened. Give me your boss's number, and your corporate office's number.

mngr: I'm not providing you that information. We are not responsible for the damage to your car.

me: "okay, its not a car, it's a Jeep, and I'll find the information online and hopefully you won't hear from my attourney"
(My brother is a Lawyer)

mngr: (As i'm leaving) Look we aren't going to repair your car, but if you want we'll give you some free wash vouchers, of course to use for another car.

me: thats helpful. What makes you think i would want to come back.(then I drove off)

Stupid thing is, the soap and water jets also weren't working in the wash and my Jeep was muddy. So my Jeep still wasn't clean.

Soooo, after about a week, i got an apology email from the corporate office, a free month membership valid for any vehicle for any wash. Then I got a call from the regional manager and he gave me the location of the shop the use for repairs.

http://i936.photobucket.com/albums/ad210/prcrawfo/downsized_0705120724a.jpg
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http://i936.photobucket.com/albums/ad210/prcrawfo/downsized_0705120723a.jpg
http://i936.photobucket.com/albums/ad210/prcrawfo/downsized_0705120723.jpg

The car wash name was "Quick Quack Car Wash"

[Mudderoy]

Soon as I leave work I'm going to have this repaired a Cillis Car Care off 249.
This happened at an automatic "soft cloth" conveyor type car wash. They gave me the run around saying my vehicle didnt qualify for them being responsible for damages... "5 years old or newer, and no non-factory stock modifications".

So the kid working when i was there didn't know anything about what to do and said to come back to talk to the manager after 11am. I came at 11 and this is a synopsis of the convo...

Manager(mngr): Your car is too old and non stock for us to repair.

Me: How does that have anything to do with my headlights being ripped out??

mngr: your tires are too big and made the cloth wraps not work like normal.

Me: my headlights are obviously infront of the tires, how would the tires have anything to do with the wrappy tall spinny thing going by and tearing out my headlights?

mngr: because your car isnt stock and is older than 5 years.

Me: The machine wasnt working right did your attendant tell you that?

mngr: No, it's working fine.

......

Later, after he reviewed the video,

Me: so did you see that machine stop moving forward with the wraps still spinning on the edge of my grill?

mngr: No, that was a hesitation in the recording.(:bsflag:)

Me: Okay I see that you don't understand what happened. Give me your boss's number, and your corporate office's number.

mngr: I'm not providing you that information. We are not responsible for the damage to your car.

me: "okay, its not a car, it's a Jeep, and I'll find the information online and hopefully you won't hear from my attourney"
(My brother is a Lawyer)

mngr: (As i'm leaving) Look we aren't going to repair your car, but if you want we'll give you some free wash vouchers, of course to use for another car.

me: thats helpful. What makes you think i would want to come back.(then I drove off)

Stupid thing is, the soap and water jets also weren't working in the wash and my Jeep was muddy. So my Jeep still wasn't clean.

Soooo, after about a week, i got an apology email from the corporate office, a free month membership valid for any vehicle for any wash. Then I got a call from the regional manager and he gave me the location of the shop the use for repairs.

http://i936.photobucket.com/albums/ad210/prcrawfo/downsized_0705120724a.jpg
http://i936.photobucket.com/albums/ad210/prcrawfo/downsized_0705120724.jpg
http://i936.photobucket.com/albums/ad210/prcrawfo/downsized_0705120723a.jpg
http://i936.photobucket.com/albums/ad210/prcrawfo/downsized_0705120723.jpg

The car wash name was "Quick Quack Car Wash"

This is why everyone needs to stand up to the "officials" telling us how things are. They aren't that way, it's just the way they want them to be. Good for you standing your ground Patrick. I would ONLY consider a all hand wash place for my Jeep.

[prcjeep]

This is why everyone needs to stand up to the "officials" telling us how things are. They aren't that way, it's just the way they want them to be. Good for you standing your ground Patrick. I would ONLY consider a all hand wash place for my Jeep.

The whole time i was argueing with the guy I was thinking to myself, its the principle, there shit broke it they need to fix it, i don't care what the sign said.

I also put a review on yelp... the asked me in an email to update the review when things were taken care of.

We, "the People", need to stand up and not take crappy service! if it's not right, it's wrong!

This is the first time since my paint job that I had NOT-hand washed. It was also at 7am the morning of my interview for my current job so when I was told to come back at 11, after my interview, I threw this on the back burner so i could be cool calm and collected for my interview.

[JMadigan]

This wasn't really "today" but more like 2 weeks ago :p But I finally got around to lifting the Jeep; came up with ~2.5 inches front and rear using some zj coils and xj leaves. I also purchased some used 31x10.50 R15 on Eagle Alloys rims, the rims apparently space the wheels an additional 1.5"? The tires only had about 800 miles on them when I purchased them and they were balanced too!
Once I'm done paying for school I will hopefully buy a 3" kit!
anyhow, here's the result: http://i1202.photobucket.com/albums/bb367/JMadigan12/001.jpg

[Sneedle Vision]

Gotta represent.

http://i1083.photobucket.com/albums/j388/sneedlevision/Jeep%20Build/IMG_20120819_152500.jpg

[Brasscatz]

Dang Patrick... I can't believe that happened! Good for you for standing your ground! I've had to do that several times to get a business to do what's right!

I usually hand wash mine too with an electric pressure washer (1600 psi hasn't hurt it yet), but lately I've been lazy and going through the automated one at one of my dealerships. Free and easy... and so far no damage.

[dagr8tim]

Looked at pics from Jeep Jam this last weekend and wished I was out on the trail.

[cherokeemudslinger]

Checked all her fluids and topped them off after she sat for about month while i was in the hospital . She is all full on fluids now

[Carves]

This is why everyone needs to stand up to the "officials" telling us how things are. They aren't that way, it's just the way they want them to be. Good for you standing your ground Patrick.

X 2

[denverd1]

Nice work Patrick. Way to stand your ground.

I pulled the cheesy hitch off the frame and mounted the freshly painted rear bumper. Mounted bar pin elims and got the steering gear bolted in. Waiting on my pitman arm and then I can button up the steering.

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[oderdene]

found a minor coolant leak around top side of thermostat housing :(

[XJ Wheeler]

The whole time i was argueing with the guy I was thinking to myself, its the principle, there shit broke it they need to fix it, i don't care what the sign said.

I also put a review on yelp... the asked me in an email to update the review when things were taken care of.

We, "the People", need to stand up and not take crappy service! if it's not right, it's wrong!

This is the first time since my paint job that I had NOT-hand washed. It was also at 7am the morning of my interview for my current job so when I was told to come back at 11, after my interview, I threw this on the back burner so i could be cool calm and collected for my interview.

:thumbsup: Nice job!

[cantab27]

http://i936.photobucket.com/albums/ad210/prcrawfo/downsized_0705120724a.jpg
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The car wash name was "Quick Quack Car Wash"



dude i so would have said that i did that wheeling.... :o:o:o


:rotfl2:

[cantab27]

Couldnt get the damn pitman arm off. So after a week of this
http://img.tapatalk.com/a6934894-a6e5-5186.jpg
It was cutoff wheel time. Tie rod was shot and Ill need a drop arm eventually anyway.
http://img.tapatalk.com/a6934894-a73a-5a99.jpg
Just hope the stock track bar works...

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result.............................:rotfl2:

and thats how i do things too...........

[denverd1]

result.............................:rotfl2:

and thats how i do things too...........

there's always more than one way to get things done! When I dropped the exchange off, the guy said " you may want your pitman arm..?" I firmly said, "No, actually I don't. You can have it along with half a tie-rod. I doing a dropped arm and this POS has been giving me fits for days!" I can't tell you how good it felt to cut that bastard in HALF and finally drop the gearbox.

Bumper pic coming...

[denverd1]

371
Grinder time

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[Carves]

there's always more than one way to get things done! When I dropped the exchange off, the guy said " you may want your pitman arm..?" I firmly said, "No, actually I don't. You can have it along with half a tie-rod. I doing a dropped arm and this POS has been giving me fits for days!" I can't tell you how good it felt to cut that bastard in HALF and finally drop the gearbox.

Bumper pic coming...


:D

[89Laredo]

Nothing... Waiting for XJMJ to do that steering column writeup.

[TeXJ]

mmm who hand washes their jeep? I Enviro-wash mine. When the environment provides the water it gets washed. My jeep is 15yrs old. The clear coat is coming off of the hood. I need to find a color to paint it.

[89Laredo]

I do, I'm a cheap bastard.

[Joliet Johnny]

mmm who hand washes their jeep? I Enviro-wash mine. When the environment provides the water it gets washed. My jeep is 15yrs old. The clear coat is coming off of the hood. I need to find a color to paint it.

I wash mine sometimes and hand wax it. But the wax shows the scratches. Im considering a vinyl wrap instead of paint.

[denverd1]

factory paint code locations:
http://www.automotivetouchup.com/paint-codes/jeep.htm

[XJ Wheeler]

mmm who hand washes their jeep? I Enviro-wash mine. When the environment provides the water it gets washed. My jeep is 15yrs old. The clear coat is coming off of the hood. I need to find a color to paint it.

Hand wash mine every time, gotta make those dents and scratches SHINE. Only reason i go to a spray wash (not drive through) is after wheeling and i need higher pressure. We stopped using drive through washes when we got the roof rack on my moms Zj. Its been modded jeeps and duallies ever since, and they don't fit so well.

I do remember a rental Yukon that we took through one, ended up spinning a rear tire trying to make it up that mega inch high bump thing that holds the front tire in place.:rotfl2:

[Brasscatz]

mmm who hand washes their jeep? I Enviro-wash mine. When the environment provides the water it gets washed. My jeep is 15yrs old. The clear coat is coming off of the hood. I need to find a color to paint it.

Might I suggest a luxurious shade of scarlet? :rolleye0012:

[XJ4IV]

mmm who hand washes their jeep? I Enviro-wash mine. When the environment provides the water it gets washed. My jeep is 15yrs old. The clear coat is coming off of the hood. I need to find a color to paint it.

TAN??? I can do it LOL

[Brasscatz]

As I walked into the garage, I noticed that somebody put a nice loooong mark down the side of it. I'm assuming they were carrying something and rubbed against it. I think I can rub most of it off, but still doesn't make me very happy... :mad::bang:

http://i356.photobucket.com/albums/oo7/thestalliontruck/Red%20Bandit%20XJ/IMAG0923.jpg

[XJ4IV]

I got my last of three fans to make for the 3fan setup like dirtbound offroad offers!
http://i1133.photobucket.com/albums/m590/XJ4IV/2012-08-22202540.jpg

[bigjim350]

As I walked into the garage, I noticed that somebody put a nice loooong mark down the side of it. I'm assuming they were carrying something and rubbed against it. I think I can rub most of it off, but still doesn't make me very happy... :mad::bang:

http://i356.photobucket.com/albums/oo7/thestalliontruck/Red%20Bandit%20XJ/IMAG0923.jpg

Was probably a green jeep owner...;) :D

[Mudderoy]

I got my last of three fans to make for the 3fan setup like dirtbound offroad offers!
http://i1133.photobucket.com/albums/m590/XJ4IV/2012-08-22202540.jpg

Good cause I really don't think you had enough CFM with two fans. Hope you see a big difference with this addition.

[dagr8tim]

371
Grinder time

I'm trying to work up the courage to cut and fold my fenders.

[prcjeep]

mmm who hand washes their jeep? I Enviro-wash mine. When the environment provides the water it gets washed. My jeep is 15yrs old. The clear coat is coming off of the hood. I need to find a color to paint it.
CHEVY 2012 VICTORY RED!!! Cuz then you'll always be "WINNING!" :D:D

[Mudderoy]

CHEVY 2012 VICTORY RED!!! Cuz then you'll always be "WINNING!" :D:D

lol xj4iv would stop being friends with him. :rolleye0012:

[Shaneman]

Last week I changed the fuel tank, pump, sending unit, and filter.... Today I changed a leaking hose on power steering... I am NOT a mechanic but I am having SOOOooo much fun learning with my 1988 XJ I saved from the dirt pile.... I am also not very keen on uploading pictures so bare with me.. I hope to get pics up soon....

Be safe and watch out for kids going back to school!!!!!
Shaneman

[denverd1]

I'm trying to work up the courage to cut and fold my fenders.

have you done the fenders? I cut my teeth with the grinder on those and they came out pretty good.

[XJ4IV]

lol xj4iv would stop being friends with him. :rolleye0012:

whats that supposed to mean!???
I didnt unfriend anyone for the color of their vehicle... now if someone went and traded an XJ for a compass or a patriot... well those are grounds for dismissal!!!

[cherokeemudslinger]

have you done the fenders? I cut my teeth with the grinder on those and they came out pretty good.

i used a dremal it worked pretty smooth too . Not as jerky as a grinder ,getting ready to cut somemore off the front keep bending up at full flex just gonna cut up to the body line i guess . Think i would beable to in the future if i wanted to , to put some sort of flare back on of i cut that high . thank you for your time :drinking:

[Silverfoot]

Went to pick n save last night to pick up a '99-up 4.0L intake manifold. They didn't have any but a friend did spot a 136 amp alternator off a 4.7L V8 WJ that I pulled and I'm hoping to get installed this weekend.

[OrangeXJ]

drove the XJ after changing the gears from 3:07 to 4:56 it has a 5sp with 35's and you could not use 5th much now it halls ass in all gears

[denverd1]

drove the XJ after changing the gears from 3:07 to 4:56 it has a 5sp with 35's and you could not use 5th much now it halls ass in all gears

cool!! you do it yourself?

[XJ Wheeler]

Got to go home for a couple of hours and drove it around the yard. Ran good, but is still overheating.

[Chaseweston]

Finished cutting my front fenders, relocated vac res under hood, and taped up my bumper to be chopped up tomorrow.

[Brasscatz]

I flushed the coolant system today. Wow. The previous owner(s) reeeally neglected it. And the fact that I didn't keep a close eye on it didn't help either :D. Tons of dark brown rust came out... but I removed the reservoir bottle and the first 3 or 4 fill up and dumps, looked like liquid milk chocolate. I don't have a video of that, but do of the flush

Thanks, previous owner... you suck. - YouTube

[Mudderoy]

whats that supposed to mean!???
I didnt unfriend anyone for the color of their vehicle... now if someone went and traded an XJ for a compass or a patriot... well those are grounds for dismissal!!!

lol

[Mudderoy]

I flushed the coolant system today. Wow. The previous owner(s) reeeally neglected it. And the fact that I didn't keep a close eye on it didn't help either :D. Tons of dark brown rust came out... but I removed the reservoir bottle and the first 3 or 4 fill up and dumps, looked like liquid milk chocolate. I don't have a video of that, but do of the flush

Thanks, previous owner... you suck. - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P_w9ZXDN-iU)

Mine was just like that after 2, or maybe 3 years and remember I got mine brand new! I didn't expect it to be like that, that quickly.

[UHCOSTUH]

389.

Finished lifted my 90, got the 97 ready for the scrapyard, and tool the LTD out on the mountains for the first time. It went places my K10 would never go. Overall I am more then satisfied. I also ordered a custom tag on Friday " 90XJ" no one to take pics out on the trail though. Any one else on WV hit me up.390

[Carves]

Got to go home for a couple of hours and drove it around the yard. Ran good, but is still overheating.



I flushed the coolant system today. Wow. The previous owner(s) reeeally neglected it. And the fact that I didn't keep a close eye on it didn't help either :D. Tons of dark brown rust came out... but I removed the reservoir bottle and the first 3 or 4 fill up and dumps, looked like liquid milk chocolate. I don't have a video of that, but do of the flush




Mine was just like that after 2, or maybe 3 years and remember I got mine brand new! I didn't expect it to be like that, that quickly.


Good Grief ... what do you blokes do to your cooling systems over there ???

... or is that .... don't do ... :poke:

:D
.

[UHCOSTUH]

Mine over heats horrible as well. I had switch for the condenser fan when I got it and even with that it's still gets up around 230 not sure what would typically cause it on these old jeeps

[Brasscatz]

I have to say though.... for as nasty as it was, I wasn't overheating and it was still running well :D

[TeXJ]

Might I suggest a luxurious shade of scarlet? :rolleye0012:

haha

[TeXJ]

lol xj4iv would stop being friends with him. :rolleye0012:

lol

[olds-cool]

Took some time today to work on the Jeep trying to get ready for inspection. I took off all 4 control arms. Stripped and repowdercoated, then installed new bushings in the lowers. Swapped out the Skycrapper heims on the uppers with some fresh JJs from Currie. I think my DW is gone now, yay! Rides a whole lot smoother too.

[TeXJ]

TAN??? I can do it LOL

Naw I was just wanting to paint the hood. I think blk would get too hot. But I cant think of a color that goes with the green.

[nickxj94]

Naw I was just wanting to paint the hood. I think blk would get too hot. But I cant think of a color that goes with the green.

Yellow :D

[TeXJ]

Yellow :D

haha

[bigjim350]

Naw I was just wanting to paint the hood. I think blk would get too hot. But I cant think of a color that goes with the green.

The only color that goes with GREEN is GREEN.

[TeXJ]

The only color that goes with GREEN is GREEN.

Yeah but I dont think I can match the factory sparkles lol

[nickxj94]

Yeah but I dont think I can match the factory sparkles lol

Yeah don't ruin green with yellow I was jk lol! I love my green wish the clear didn't Peel off on my hood

[XJ4IV]

yeah jim... agreed really nothing but green goes with green, thats why I took the leap the first time and just shot my whole jeep!