What did you do to your Jeep today?

[prcjeep]

I finally mounted a High-Lift on my JCR low profile roof rack! (will post pic tomorrow)

As promised!
http://i936.photobucket.com/albums/ad210/prcrawfo/20130201_154508_zps17ed0947.jpg

OH, and i also picked up this front DS from the JY
:D
http://i936.photobucket.com/albums/ad210/prcrawfo/20130201_172335_zps60686caa.jpg

No play in this one, 30 bucks w/core charge and a 90 day warranty! Beets a $350 tom woods ALL day!

[illuminator]

I installed my new to me sway bar disconnects, thanks Dredwolf. I had to cut the lower bolts off of the old ones, stupid torx bolts. They were a little long so I trimmed them down some. http://i1185.photobucket.com/albums/z348/4jeep/C6972D9B-528B-4999-B818-31A186EBC381-567-0000017CA5DAFC87.jpg

[Mudderoy]

As promised!
http://i936.photobucket.com/albums/ad210/prcrawfo/20130201_154508_zps17ed0947.jpg

OH, and i also picked up this front DS from the JY
:D
http://i936.photobucket.com/albums/ad210/prcrawfo/20130201_172335_zps60686caa.jpg

No play in this one, 30 bucks w/core charge and a 90 day warranty! Beets a $350 tom woods ALL day!

Get one of those boots to protect the mech from water and rust! I mean if it does keep the water out and not just trap it.

[cherok]

Again the brakingproblems occurred.
Bringing the XJ to the mechanic today.

http://www.mijnalbum.nl/Foto-TXHFNPSW.jpg

[Carves]

Finally found a use for those paperweights that have been sitting on the desk for weeks .......














I just hope it doesnt cause another invasion of Aust. by those folks from Holland ... :D


http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n629/carves-oz/Vehicle%20Bits/Brakes/FrontCaliperPiston01b_zpsc99fa3a4.jpg

[Joliet Johnny]

I put mine in 4hi for the 1st time this year. Got our 1st real snowstorm. Something isnt right, horrible whine coming from underneath and a bad vibration above 25. Looks like my XJ has become jealous Ive been dumping money into things that keep me inside my apartment...

[bluedragon436]

I put mine in 4hi for the 1st time this year. Got our 1st real snowstorm. Something isnt right, horrible whine coming from underneath and a bad vibration above 25. Looks like my XJ has become jealous Ive been dumping money into things that keep me inside my apartment...

Yeah I've found that they tend to not like you doing that!! Heck if I don't spend the money on parts for the XJ that it wants me to spend it on, it seems to act up as well.. I bought a new CD player, the old one still worked, I just didn't like it... and the water pump went out... Bought a new sub/amp combo for it, and the radiator went out... WTF!! LOL.... Thought I was hooking her up apparently I was only hooking her up how I wanted not how she wanted!! LOL...

[4.3LXJ]

Again the brakingproblems occurred.
Bringing the XJ to the mechanic today.

http://www.mijnalbum.nl/Foto-TXHFNPSW.jpg

Hey Cherok, long time since we have heard from you. How are things in your part of the world?

[cherok]

Hey Cherok, long time since we have heard from you. How are things in your part of the world?

Thanks for asking!
It's going great.

There is a crisis going on but we are not really affected so far.
The XJ has some breaking problems and I think it needs a new battery.
Gas prices far to high (1,80 Euro / 1 ltr) here so we use the Prius more often.

Waiting for the spring.

[TeXJ]

checked the front diff fluid, a lil low. Guess that would happen as my axle seals are leaking along with my pinion seal...mmm

[denverd1]

Fitted her with Bosch Icon blades.
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/02/03/ynabupys.jpg

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[denverd1]

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[denverd1]

Ugh... Then broke a DS bolt off in the front pinion yoke trying to tighten it up. Guess a bolt extractor is in my future. Or JY axle is. :rolleyes: Haven't decided yet. Pretty pissed actually cause I was giving it a once over before I headed out to play at River Run

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[weasel]

i got to replace a waterpump in the snow today thougt i had muddy water on the belt makin a noise was water just not mud all good now:thumbsup:

[XJ Wheeler]

Finished cleaning up the area above the tank, and gave it a nice coat of primer then satin black. Tank straps got the same treatment. Pics will come tomorrow with daylight. Wish i would've gotten more done.

[XJ Wheeler]

Oh, and btw i hate undercoating!

[Rayburne]

Little drive in the desert with the pups again, I drove past the mine dumps where I work as a mechanic.

[illuminator]

I flexed mine to test out my new tire clearance, also installed front daystar bumbstops. Thanks xjwheeler for helping me squeeze those bumpstops though the coils.
http://i1185.photobucket.com/albums/z348/4jeep/C7A08C94-C5F7-42C0-AF47-60416D663182-896-000002B84B548C11.jpg

[denverd1]

I flexed mine to test out my new tire clearance, also installed front daystar bumbstops.
http://i1185.photobucket.com/albums/z348/4jeep/C7A08C94-C5F7-42C0-AF47-60416D663182-896-000002B84B548C11.jpg

Looks like you got a little more room to stuff the back tires. Good lookin jeep

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[illuminator]

Looks like you got a little more room to stuff the back tires. Good lookin jeep

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Thanks, I've probably only got an inch left before the tire contacts the flare on top. The bumpstops are nowhere near the rear axle so I'll need to extend them, but so much more clearance than before the flares.

[Brasscatz]

Finished cleaning up the area above the tank, and gave it a nice coat of primer then satin black. Tank straps got the same treatment. Pics will come tomorrow with daylight. Wish i would've gotten more done.

Don't know if you've done this recently or not, but now may be a good time to change out your fuel pump and stuff since you have the tank out already.

[XJ Wheeler]

Don't know if you've done this recently or not, but now may be a good time to change out your fuel pump and stuff since you have the tank out already.

I haven't, and its functioning well. Plus i don't really want to spend the extra amount right now.

You know just because i'm not gonna replace it its gonna go out.:rolleyes:

[Rayburne]

:DTook the missus and our granddaughters out today and Found another abandoned building and about 5 miles from that we found a placard/marker where a B24 crashed in 1944. Still some debris around the area. Crazy. But we were about 20 miles from Edwards AFB so I bet there are plenty of crash sights around us. I never thought one would be marked. Then headed to Kramer Junction an and got some shakes for a treat. Great day.

[Carves]

:DTook the missus and our granddaughters out today and Found another abandoned building and about 5 miles from that we found a placard/marker where a B24 crashed in 1944. Still some debris around the area. Crazy. But we were about 20 miles from Edwards AFB so I bet there are plenty of crash sights around us. I never thought one would be marked. Then headed to Kramer Junction an and got some shakes for a treat. Great day.

Looks like a great area to poke around in :thumbsup:

.... t'is a shame that despite evolution ... cavemen are still splattering walls with scribble and drivel .. :rolleyes: .. :bang:


Little bit of info on that Liberator --> http://www.donrjordan.com/boron_b24j.html

[bluedragon436]

:DTook the missus and our granddaughters out today and Found another abandoned building and about 5 miles from that we found a placard/marker where a B24 crashed in 1944. Still some debris around the area. Crazy. But we were about 20 miles from Edwards AFB so I bet there are plenty of crash sights around us. I never thought one would be marked. Then headed to Kramer Junction an and got some shakes for a treat. Great day.

I would have to say that would be awesome to see.. Glad to see that there are still ways of remembrance for these fallen Airmen... There is a marked crash site of one up in NH, up in the mountains, that I would love to get a chance to check out one day... Nothing quite like that nearby me in Dover... I'm sure around Edwards, there are quite a few crash sites that you can find....

[Brasscatz]

Very nice pics Rayburne and VERY nice find on that article Carves. Was a very interesting read. Thank you both

[Rayburne]

Crash sites are tough for me as I've worked recovery on 3 sites while in the Air Force. A fully loaded C5 near Ramstein AB and an F16 that went down in an apartment complex in Frankfort. And a F16 that went down on Edwards. I always treat sites with respect the same as a grave yard. The C5 was really hard. I would hate to work recovery for a pax plane that would kill me.

[Rayburne]

We are going to bring our trailer back to this site and clean up the trash. I hate pigs in my desert. Plus I'm sure their families would like it clean when and if they visit.

[bluedragon436]

I was going to say if you were going to be headed back that way if you could replace the US flag and looks like an AF flag that is there, as well as trash cleanup would be awesome... that is the kind of stuff I try to do at small cemetaries and different sites around DE and anywhere else I go if I am able too do some cleanup...

[XJ Wheeler]

Looks like a nice day with the fam, Tom. Doing some cleanup is a good way to show some respect, and help keep the area nice. I always try and do some when i'm out somewhere like that. Parks too. Helps against greenies as well.

[Rayburne]

:patriot:Yes it was an Edwards flag of one of the flight wings but it was too torn to see which wing. Also had pard of the Air Forces crest on it. It would be neat to find an Army Air Corps flag and place it there.

[bluedragon436]

I was trying to research that crash online to see if I can find out what squadron it was with, to see about finding a place to order their flag for it... I can't find anything that mentions what squadron the acft was with.. But apparently it just denigrated in mid air @ 8000'AGL.. But I did find a few pics of the memorial site, that show it with a few US flags and an old style AF crest flag.. With lost of smaller parts of the crash site around it... and of course the "required" garbage!!

http://www.aircraftwrecks.com/images/pages/b24f100/IMG_3299a.jpg

** Well after hitting up all kinds of random accident/aircraft damange sites... I found out that the acft was part of the 421st AAF Base Unit based out of Muroc AAF (now Edwards), it was a new squadron too, was a squadron that had been stood up in April of 44... so not too great of a start to the short lived history of the squadron...

[Rayburne]

Muroc was a town out here that the base was first named after the town got sucked up by the Army and closed down. Parts of the town are still on the Air Base today but you can't drive out there. The town was named Muroc by the Corum family but when they filled for the name they found out there already was a Corum California so they reversed the spelling. The base was renamed to Edwards when a flying wing or a YB-49 co piloted by a Capt Edwards crashed out here killing the crew.

Here's that story
http://www.check-six.com/Crash_Sites/YB-49_crash_site.htm

[Rayburne]

We wonder what that bowling pin is for its still there and several full beers.

[XJ Wheeler]

Alright, didn't hit my goal. But hey, its unrealistic to expect to put a skid plate on in four days.

I did get the tank cleaned up and painted today.

Before and after

http://i1108.photobucket.com/albums/h401/xj-wheeler/Stormy%202/2013-02-011656150-1.jpg

http://i1108.photobucket.com/albums/h401/xj-wheeler/Stormy%202/2013-02-031809030-1.jpg

I also cut up the original plastic tank cover thing that goes under the tank, to make two strips to protect the tank from the straps.

http://i1108.photobucket.com/albums/h401/xj-wheeler/Stormy%202/2013-02-031754120.jpg

And as promised, pics of the area above the tank.

Befores and afters

http://i1108.photobucket.com/albums/h401/xj-wheeler/Stormy%202/2013-02-01165446-1.jpg

http://i1108.photobucket.com/albums/h401/xj-wheeler/Stormy%202/2013-02-031542550-1.jpg

http://i1108.photobucket.com/albums/h401/xj-wheeler/Stormy%202/2013-02-01165329-1-1.jpg

http://i1108.photobucket.com/albums/h401/xj-wheeler/Stormy%202/2013-02-031538080.jpg

[Brasscatz]

Pretty soon you'll have a brand new Jeep!

[Mudderoy]

Thanks for asking!
It's going great.

There is a crisis going on but we are not really affected so far.
The XJ has some breaking problems and I think it needs a new battery.
Gas prices far to high (1,80 Euro / 1 ltr) here so we use the Prius more often.

Waiting for the spring.

Yep, I was thinking about you and how I hadn't seen you in a while just the other day. Thanks for checking in with us!

[XJ Wheeler]

Pretty soon you'll have a brand new Jeep!

Gonna need a BIT more work, spending that much time under it makes me realize how much rust there is. :rolleye0012:

[gary63]

will sence you have the tank out you not cut a hole so you can get to the fuel pump from on top inside.That way if or when your pump goes out you can get to it easly and not crowl under it.

[XJ Wheeler]

will sence you have the tank out you not cut a hole so you can get to the fuel pump from on top inside.That way if or when your pump goes out you can get to it easly and not crowl under it.

Problem with that is i'm putting a fuel tank skid on, so i would have to drop the skid anyways to do the pump.

[gary63]

the pump should be close to the top by your pictor of the one you painted that way you won't have to drop the skid plate.we did one on a friend's and now I want to do it to mine. this time we will get some pix the way we did it was cut and fold that way it was thicker. then pop rivet seam seal and made a cover and screwed it down.

[XJ Wheeler]

the pump should be close to the top by your pictor of the one you painted that way you won't have to drop the skid plate.we did one on a friend's and now I want to do it to mine. this time we will get some pix the way we did it was cut and fold that way it was thicker. then pop rivet seam seal and made a cover and screwed it down.

I like the idea, and looking at my pics of my skid plate i might not have to remove it to do the pump. Hmmm, i don't know if i'm ready to cut up my floor but thanks for the idea. Gonna have to mull that over some.

[prerunner1982]

Installed a new headlight on my lunch break.

[Brasscatz]

Installed a new headlight on my lunch break.

Your Jeep owes you now. Now it should install a new lunch on it's headlight break for you tomorrow.

[ALS XJ]

Still trying to figure out my wacky idle syndrome...driving me nuts! My 92 XJ starts fine...then about 1-2 minutes into idle...the wackiness starts...revs to about 1500rpm , then down to about 500rpm and repeats this over and over. Removed the TB, cleaned it, replaced the IAC...it's at it again. Anybody else run into this problem? Anybody......?

[denverd1]

ordered new front pinion yoke w/ U bolt conversion for Dana 30. Also talked with a local redneck about a 4x4 dodge he's parting out. Moron can't tell me what gear ratio it is. Guess he's too lazy to crawl under it and read the tag.

[dagr8tim]

Ordered some Jeep Parts.
Recovery Brackets for my receiver:
http://detoursusa.com/c3r.php

Shock Relocation Brackets:
http://detoursusa.com/xjstm.php

And the Coup de grâce:
http://www.aussielocker.com/index.php/aussie-locker-xd-58229.html

[KH96XJ]

Replaced a seized alternator and broken serpentine belt. Have a flat tire to deal with now.

[Rayburne]

I found a rock that had rolled down the hill to where we park to let the pups out to run and the wife and I take a walk from. At first I tried to push it out of the area but the damn thing persisted. I had to run it over honest office it was an accident.

[prcjeep]

I drove it to College Station this morning and then back to work... bout 90 miles each way, all highway. Figured I would check my MPG's as its been a while & I know its been REAL bad lately. I did this by filling up before I left, then once I got there and then when I got back. No, I dont have one of those fancy blue tooth android app things like msmooresburg.

I got 12.72 MPG on the way up there.

While waiting in line at the Whataburger for my breakfast taquitos my TPS code tripped and it did its run real cruddy attitude so I pulled into a parking spot and changed out my TPS with a spare I always carry with me.(Ive replaced my TPS half a dozen times if not more)

On the way home, averaging about I got 16.79 MPG :D

[XJ Wheeler]

Sweet! Nearly 17s pretty good for a lifted one like yours.

[prcjeep]

I found a rock that had rolled down the hill to where we park to let the pups out to run and the wife and I take a walk from. At first I tried to push it out of the area but the damn thing persisted. I had to run it over honest office it was an accident.

You got a rear sawy bar on that thing?? I can't hardly see any flex with it on the rock...

[prcjeep]

Sweet! Nearly 17s pretty good for a lifted one like yours.

Dude... You have NO idea... last time I got MPG's like that was when I had it stock on stock tires. I remember getting 340-360 on a tank. Needless to say I didnt drive as fast today as I normally do. Im kind of a speed demon, thus that is why I went to College Station. To take care of a speeding ticket from ten days earlier... YAY for traffic school! First ticket I've had for a moving violation in this thing...

EDIT: I mispoke, Last spring I got a speeding ticket for 11 over after i swapped my rear axle. I thought that my Speedo was only off by about 4-5%, maybe as high as 10%, but according to the cop, I was going 66 when my speedo said 55(I tried to explain to him but he said "well I think its your responsibility to have that recalibrated") My speedo used to be off by 34%

[bluedragon436]

ordered new front pinion yoke w/ U bolt conversion for Dana 30. Also talked with a local redneck about a 4x4 dodge he's parting out. Moron can't tell me what gear ratio it is. Guess he's too lazy to crawl under it and read the tag.

Well then if you really want it or whatever parts you are wanting, which are the axles I'm guessing.... I'd just be too lazy to pay him all of the money he wants for the items you are wanting.. LOL..


Ordered some Jeep Parts.
Recovery Brackets for my receiver:
http://detoursusa.com/c3r.php

Shock Relocation Brackets:
http://detoursusa.com/xjstm.php

And the Coup de grâce:
http://www.aussielocker.com/index.php/aussie-locker-xd-58229.html

All awesome parts for sure... I can't wait to have the spare money after taking care of a few other parts on the XJ so I can pick up those recovery brackets as well as a few other items for the XJ!!

[XJ Wheeler]

Dude... You have NO idea... last time I got MPG's like that was when I had it stock on stock tires. I remember getting 340-360 on a tank. Needless to say I didnt drive as fast today as I normally do. Im kind of a speed demon, thus that is why I went to College Station. To take care of a speeding ticket from ten days earlier... YAY for traffic school! First ticket I've had for a moving violation in this thing...

Oh i got ya. The only one I've done was a few years ago at 15.5, well a little more because my speedometer is off. And seeing many guys getting 10 out of these things you're doing GOOD. Keep the maintenance up and hopefully she'll continue treating ya right.

34%! Yikes. How'd that happen?

[prcjeep]

Oh i got ya. The only one I've done was a few years ago at 15.5, well a little more because my speedometer is off. And seeing many guys getting 10 out of these things you're doing GOOD. Keep the maintenance up and hopefully she'll continue treating ya right.

34%! Yikes. How'd that happen?

With the AX15 in mine, my stock gear ratio's were 3.07. I blew up my t-case and replaced with one from an auto that had 3.55 gears. I can't remember why but I had to reuse my original speedo gear. Also I have 33's on her. I found this out by have my girlfriend follow beside me when my speedo said 55, she said hers was right under 75 so 73-74. My MPH times 1.34 was how fast I was going. At first i made an index card with the actual speed compared to mine in 5 MPH increments and put it on the tach side of the cluster. Then I lost it but knew the conversion by heart.

Somehow this time after my latest trans and tcase swap my speedo is right on. I was trying to figure it out the day after the swap and looked over at some honda civic or something at nighttime and could read that there digital speedo showed the same as mine.

[prcjeep]

ordered new front pinion yoke w/ U bolt conversion for Dana 30. Also talked with a local redneck about a 4x4 dodge he's parting out. Moron can't tell me what gear ratio it is. Guess he's too lazy to crawl under it and read the tag.

Tell him its something God awful that no one will ever want to buy, then low ball his ass! lol

[XJ Wheeler]

With the AX15 in mine, my stock gear ratio's were 3.07. I blew up my t-case and replaced with one from an auto that had 3.55 gears. I can't remember why but I had to reuse my original speedo gear. Also I have 33's on her. I found this out by have my girlfriend follow beside me when my speedo said 55, she said hers was right under 75 so 73-74. My MPH times 1.34 was how fast I was going. At first i made an index card with the actual speed compared to mine in 5 MPH increments and put it on the tach side of the cluster. Then I lost it but knew the conversion by heart.

Somehow this time after my latest trans and tcase swap my speedo is right on. I was trying to figure it out the day after the swap and looked over at some honda civic or something at nighttime and could read that there digital speedo showed the same as mine.

See, now THAT'S how you can tell ya own a jeep. lol.

I like using those Honda speedos too, just big enough to see from a lane over.:D

[TimmyTXJ]

I performed a long overdue front & rear differential service (new gear oil and some lube lockers) I also had fun with some spray paint. :D

http://i1358.photobucket.com/albums/q776/TimmyTXJ/2013-02-04_10-16-05_34_zpsaa82e114.jpg

[Brasscatz]

Looks sweet Tim!

[Joliet Johnny]

Went to the junkyard and bought a new diff cover, forgot my hammer and used a starter to knock it off. Got home changed the engine oil. Went to harbor freight to look at that 5k wench but bought a small air compressor instead. Figure it will go good with my power inverter.

[4.3LXJ]

Better try that out. Mine would not start my compressor even though it was rated to do so

[Joliet Johnny]

Better try that out. Mine would not start my compressor even though it was rated to do so

I will do that tomorrow and report back. I doubled what I needed so hopefully it works. I hope the inverter will run a small electric saw too cause Im tired of driving through lawns when we get bad storms.

[oderdene]

topped up coolant, added to full mark of expansion bottle(?) and after 30 minutes of driving sucked almost all and added again to full mark. Having small leak around thermostat cover, will add coolant till weather allows outside working

[cpttuna]

what kind or rear shocks are those? stock?

[denverd1]

tracked my new pinion yoke.

paid for this one:
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-WlA51UNGu-w/URQO20xv0gI/AAAAAAAAAN0/PK8GrP4p5n4/s640/12721823_1X.JPG

[Joliet Johnny]

I went outside to test my compressor/inverter and it worked. Also decided to start a youtube channel. I will launch the 1st video some time today and post it here.

[4.3LXJ]

Congrats man. My compressor I bought for that purpose just seized up the other day. So much for the spare compressor

[Joliet Johnny]

This is the 1st compressor Ive owned. I know a 3 gallon compressor isnt the best but I figure it will help to have one. Especially because my aluminum rims let out air when the temperature fluctuates.

[XJ Wheeler]

tracked my new pinion yoke.

paid for this one:
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-WlA51UNGu-w/URQO20xv0gI/AAAAAAAAAN0/PK8GrP4p5n4/s640/12721823_1X.JPG

Cool, is that the one you were talking about?

[XJ Wheeler]

Rather disappointing day. I'll start from the beginning.

After thinking of cleaning inside the frame rails, for say rust, i looked along inside them. Left, okay, a little flakes of rust. Right, :crazy: , apparently a former resident left a few things behind in the hurry of moving.

http://i1108.photobucket.com/albums/h401/xj-wheeler/Stormy%202/2013-02-071453310.jpg

And trust me, that's not all of it. I can't even reach the rest with my homemade coat hanger retrieval tool. It looks to go down with the bend of the frame.

Once the cleanup was done, i sprayed a little paint in the to aid in rust prevention. And finally after a week the tank went back in. I got everything buttoned up and connected. Sure am glad i needed gas.

http://i1108.photobucket.com/albums/h401/xj-wheeler/Stormy%202/2013-02-071659452-1.jpg

Alright, now for the part i should've seen coming. I go to line the skid plate and trailer hitch up and... without delay... :banghead: :bang: :banghead: :bang: They aren't going to work together. Why not, its not like anything else has gone smoothly. The skid plates sides are too wide for the hitches side plates. So, i thought... Hey, i guess i could cut slits in the skid plate so it could slide over the hitch side plates. WRONG! I'm glad i hadn't cut into it by the time i figured out the main tube on the hitch would have contacted the skid plate about 3/4" before it could be bolted up. Open up the mounting holes?... nope, not enough material. And i'm NOT cutting a few inches off this skid plate. Rustys seriously needs to redesign this thing. Oh yeah, and there's no holes for the exhaust hanger to bolt up.

So, i guess I'm in search for a different hitch that measures up right and i can cut the slits in the skid plate to make it fit. I did measure my brothers hitch and IT looks like it would work. But, he's not interested in a trade.

Or... I guess a new bumper with a built in hitch could work. :rolleye0012: But, of course, there's that money thing to deal with. :rolleyes:

So, for now i just put the bumper back on so i can drive it.

Whooooo da thunk it

[denverd1]

can you add some spacers in there to make it work?

[4.3LXJ]

Can you weld the skid to the hitch? Very strong that way

[XJ Wheeler]

can you add some spacers in there to make it work?

Nah, the only way that would work would be to add maybe 2-3" to bring the skid down and i'm sure that would cause other problems with the shackle and exhaust. Would cut down on clearance too. ;)


Can you weld the skid to the hitch? Very strong that way

In the manner i would have to do that it would completely loose all structure. The big problem is the whole tube contacts the rear of the skid. I would have to cut a few inches of the back of the skid, and i plan on getting a bumper one day with a built in hitch and removing the hitch. So, then i would have a gap. ;)

Thanks for ideas guys, i just don't think its gonna work. I'm usually pretty good at working situations like this out but these two pieces just aren't compatible. :rolleyes:

[Rayburne]

Walked past the Jeep today to the mail box.the wife demanded that we stay inside today as some crazy ex police officer was spotted in Barstow and thats about 40 miles from us. So thats what we did. Sat at home. Yesterday was a bust also we had a trip into the desert and saw a fire so we had to drive back towards town to get cell service then guide the small fire truck about 6 miles to the fire. Wait for the fire to be extinguished then drive to the sheriff's office after they called wanting to ask us questions. Hectic

[prcjeep]

Walked past the Jeep today to the mail box.the wife demanded that we stay inside today as some crazy ex police officer was spotted in Barstow and thats about 40 miles from us. So thats what we did. Sat at home. Yesterday was a bust also we had a trip into the desert and saw a fire so we had to drive back towards town to get cell service then guide the small fire truck about 6 miles to the fire. Wait for the fire to be extinguished then drive to the sheriff's office after they called wanting to ask us questions. Hectic

They thought you started it or something??

[Rayburne]

No just wanted as much info as possible,

[Klaatu55]

Repaired my Cargo Area Light

1. Bought Radio Shack Switch #275-1555 around $3.00
2. Using fingertips slowly pry and rock light housing out of headliner.
3. Removed power plug from housing (Careful probably brittle, may be burnt)
4. Separate housing from lense clips apparent, (may be brittle)
5. Remove (slide out) old switch .
6. Solder (2) leads. 1 to common (middle lug) from switch and other to #1 or
#3 lug from switch.
7. Light housing has 2 pins solder other ends of leads here.
8. May need washers
9. Put everything back together

[XJNoob]

Found an old Gerry can at a rummage sale for $5
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Sanded it down and painted pretty red to match the xj.
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[XJ Wheeler]

Got board and chose to just put the skid on sans hitch. I did have to drill a hole for the exhaust hanger bolt to pass through. It gave us (had my brother help since this behemoth weighs so much) a bit of trouble going on. Ended up having to bolt the exhaust hanger on kinda sideways to keep it off the skid. Overall, i like it. Well, i like the protection, how stout it is, and the finish. And i'm glad Rustys chose to change from the big "Rustys" letters cutout in the back to just the cool "R". Not their r&d that obviously needs a little more work. Holes for the exhaust hanger, a little tighter fitment on the bottom would aid in better ground clearance, and a little more room for the exhaust would be nice. Otherwise, seems good.

Tip: I suggest to anyone doing this to have a floor jack handy, helps save your strength instead of getting dog tired holding this 60-70 lbs chunk of steel up in an awkward position for 10-15 minutes. And wrap the end with a towel if you want to protect the finish, of course, it is a SKID plate.

http://i1108.photobucket.com/albums/h401/xj-wheeler/Stormy%202/2013-02-092110253.jpg

[Joliet Johnny]

Looks great. I wish I had though to use a floor jack when I installed that #@$%ing hitch. Now that I know there is an R on it Im more likely to buy it. Living in IL I dont have many off road chances but a plastic fuel tank worries me.

[hitman]

Best idea ever...I decided to sell my Rodeo and drive the XJ again.

[98FloridaXJ]

Tested the new tow strap pulling a cop car out of a ditch.

Watched a cop slide off a dirt road and then get stuck because the weight of his vehicle and lack of traction from his road tires. I stopped to help him but he was so pissed I left before he took it out on me.

[98FloridaXJ]

Installed two 6" off road lights on my bumper light bar and a fire extinguisher in my rear storage compartment.

[prerunner1982]

changed the water pump yesterday. Now my radiator is leaking.....

[Brasscatz]

Installed two 6" off road lights on my bumper light bar and a fire extinguisher in my rear storage compartment.

Ummm.... Pictures? :brokenpic:


changed the water pump yesterday. Now my radiator is leaking.....

See? You had to go and piss it off. I did the same thing. I also think I tightened my new t-stat housing too tight and cracked it. :bang:

[bluedragon436]

changed the water pump yesterday. Now my radiator is leaking.....

That seems to be a common occurrence... I'm assuming it's due to having a nice full pressure flow through the radiator that makes whatever weak spot in it start leaking?!! Cause mine started doing the same shortly after I replaced the water pump..

[XJ Wheeler]

Looks great. I wish I had though to use a floor jack when I installed that #@$%ing hitch. Now that I know there is an R on it Im more likely to buy it. Living in IL I dont have many off road chances but a plastic fuel tank worries me.

Thanks, it was a big help but at first it got in the way a lot. lol. I'm the same way, don't know why they would leave a plastic tank unprotected like that. Although, its better than the older styles metal tank that rusts.

[Brasscatz]

Sooooo.... I went to add some oil since I was low and I searched around for oil and found a quart in my workbench cabinet. I was adding some in, and checked the level, still needed more. I switched to my right hand to pour cuz I was spilling with my left.... that's when I saw the label... freaking power steering fluid. %$#@%^%$@@#$^!!!!!! I'm hoping that an oil change will take care of that $#%^@# issue and I don't have to flush it. Good news is that I won't have to start the Jeep at all and that I freaking CAUGHT IT before I did drive it. :bang::bang::bang::bang::bang::bang: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :bang::bang::bang::bang::bang:

Why would O'Reilly's EVER put power steering fluid in a quart bottle that looks EXACTLY like their house oil??? Then again, WHY DIDN'T I CHECK THE FREAKING LABEL?????? :bang::bang::bang:

[4.3LXJ]

If you were old like me, you could just say you didn't have your glasses on :P

[Brasscatz]

If you were old like me, you could just say you didn't have your glasses on :P

LOL, Steve! Well, technically I DIDN'T have my glasses on, but I had my contacts in. Though the lighting in my garage sucks... and now I'm making excuses! :rolleye0012::rolleye0012:

[4.3LXJ]

Not to worry. The it won't hurt anything

[Brasscatz]

Not to worry. The it won't hurt anything

Except my pride ;) rofl

[nickxj94]

Got my 98 interior in my 94 xj today also got cup holders now! 134213431344

[XJ Wheeler]

What did ya end up do to get the mounting configured?

[nickxj94]

What did ya end up do to get the mounting configured?

Took some channel locks bent the front mount holes flat drilled holes in my floor and bolted them down with some 3/8 bolts its not going anywhere :D

[XJ Wheeler]

Real exciting stuff for me today. I... replaced the flickering a/c control panel bulb. :D

[nickxj94]

Real exciting stuff for me today. I... replaced the flickering a/c control panel bulb. :D

Mine burnt out a year ago lol

[4.3LXJ]

I haven't done it yet, but getting closer. Went to the pick and pull and got some coils for the rear. 97 Ford Aerostar variable rate coils. 19" long and soft for the first 4" of travel. Easy to remove ad mount on flat plates.

http://i649.photobucket.com/albums/uu215/warriorsuspension/IMG_0132_zps9bbc95f2.jpg

[Rayburne]

Whooooo hooooo I got my headlight conversion kit in the mail today. I opened the box and found two inverters, two lens/housing and two stock style bulbs but no hid bulbs or harnesses. Wrote the company an email hopefully they will fix their error quickly.

[XJ Wheeler]

Drained the cooling system and refilled with more distilled water to help clean it out some more. Continues to have visible rust in it.

Tire pressures are a bit low, maybe that's contributing to my slight wobble. Next time i'm out in it i'll fill em up and see.

Not jeep related but i got my first bee sting today. ;)

[Brasscatz]

Drained the cooling system and refilled with more distilled water to help clean it out some more. Continues to have visible rust in it.

Tire pressures are a bit low, maybe that's contributing to my slight wobble. Next time i'm out in it i'll fill em up and see.

Not jeep related but i got my first bee sting today. ;)

Ouch man! I got sting on my face one time and didn't realize it for a bit... Then it hurt.

I know you don't like the flush kits, but did you try taking stuff apart and flushing different parts individually with water?

[nickxj94]

Got my H4 headlights in yesterday installed last night ..1366they come with some little 194 bulbs and wire so I tied them into my parking lamps 1367going GREEN leds soon :D

[XJ Wheeler]

Ouch man! I got sting on my face one time and didn't realize it for a bit... Then it hurt.

I know you don't like the flush kits, but did you try taking stuff apart and flushing different parts individually with water?

It actually wasn't bad, did swell up some but after about a minute it felt fine.

Well, i took off the reservoir and flushed it. Replaced the radiator, hoses, and thermostat. And ran water through the engine for a bit.

[92warwagon]

Just received my XJTalkk.com sticker in the mail! Its all-ready on picks to come. I also thought it would be cool of we all sent in picks of our xjtalk stickers on our rides maybe start a post for xjstickers:-) peace!

[xj4life2]

Got one already , do a search and you'll find it

[Brasscatz]

This is partially for Carves since he thinks I live at the gas station. Sorry.... "petrol station" rofl

Listening to the XJTALK Show while fillin up - YouTube

[bigjim350]

Washed my jeep today. Cause thats what us pretty jeep owners do.....

[Carves]

This is partially for Carves since he thinks I live at the gas station. Sorry.... "petrol station" rofl


:D:D


at least you can afford to live there, with your fuel prices .. ;)


Cost $90 for about 12gal today .. :mad:


oops .... about 15/16 U.S. gallons.

[Joliet Johnny]

Came out of work to find an XJ leaning hard to the front right again. 13F out. Every time it goes from 30s to teens a tire goes flat...

This time wasnt bad, plugged in the inverter and compressor and was back in the drivers seat before the engine was even warmed up. I cant wait till I can collect all the parts I need to install that compressor. A co worker with a GC was shocked how quick the tire came back up as was I.

[Klaatu55]

Found some extra space.

[ALS XJ]

Well.... still dealing with a wacky idle issue. Replaced my TPS yesterday, went to a local beer show:beer:. The '92 still has an issue. Idle down to almost stall, then up to about 1200rpm. Drivin' me crazy.:bang: Once it warms up a bit, and driven for about 20 min. it goes away. Does have 268k on it... Hopefully, I can afford that shiny new Titan Stroker I've been eyeballin' by summer!:D Convincing the ol' lady is another thing!:rolleyes:

[89Laredo]

Spark plugs, cleaned out my heater core, new injector connector, cut off part of my rear brake dust shield that was rubbing and ****ed up my new rotor...
heat still sucks, I've decided my jeep overcools in winter (~185avg).

[NW99XJ]

Just ordered:
For the Tie Rod:
Moog ES2233L
Moog ES2234R

And for the Drag Link:
Moog ES2026R
Moog ES2027L

All that 1-ton upgrade goodness should be here the 22nd

Next up, Tubing, and track bar relocation bracket.
I was told to go to Team Tube in Portland for the DOM (minimum order of $100 though)
Any suggestions for the bracket?

[prerunner1982]

Trying to figure out why my XJ is squealing like a piggy....weeeeee weeeeeee.

I put bar soap on the belt and it would be quiet for a couple miles and then start squealing again.

I sprayed white lithium grease on it and it would be quiet for 5-7 miles and then start squealing again.

I sprayed down the front of the engine thinking there may have been crap on the belt/pulleys from swapping the water pump. Still squealing.

I had an old worn belt in the shed so I put it on and no squeal... let it run for awhile and still nothing. Put the good belt back on and weeeeeeeeeeeeeee weeeeeeeeeeeeee.

Guess I am buying a new belt.

[SteveMongr]

Installed a kitchen in the cargo area.
Pull out table.
4 gallon campshower.

For surfing, being on the beach all day.

[XJ Wheeler]

Trying to figure out why my XJ is squealing like a piggy....weeeeee weeeeeee.

I put bar soap on the belt and it would be quiet for a couple miles and then start squealing again.

I sprayed white lithium grease on it and it would be quiet for 5-7 miles and then start squealing again.

I sprayed down the front of the engine thinking there may have been crap on the belt/pulleys from swapping the water pump. Still squealing.

I had an old worn belt in the shed so I put it on and no squeal... let it run for awhile and still nothing. Put the good belt back on and weeeeeeeeeeeeeee weeeeeeeeeeeeee.

Guess I am buying a new belt.

Probably a little stretched and slipping. Either a new one or adjusting the pulleys.

[prerunner1982]

Probably a little stretched and slipping. Either a new one or adjusting the pulleys.

It was a fairly new belt, I tried to adjust the pulleys but if I tightened it, it would squeal worse if I loosened it it would get better but not completely go away and the belt was so loose it made me really nervous.

I put a new belt on and that little piggy went home. I think something got on the belt. It didn't do it until after I swapped out the water pump. I may try to scrub it down but will at least keep it as a spare.

[nickxj94]

Put some leds under the dash and wired in my dome lights 1404

[92warwagon]

Looking for rear view mirror glass- fell of while i was on the way to mountain! Anyone got an extra? Lol left side year92

[XJ Wheeler]

Looking for rear view mirror glass- fell of while i was on the way to mountain! Anyone got an extra? Lol left side year92

You should be able to get just the glass at one of the auto parts stores for $5-6.

[rmcdonald02]

welded on some new door hinges wasn't as bad as i thought it was goin to be

[XJ408]

Probably a little stretched and slipping. Either a new one or adjusting the pulleys.

I'm having the same issue. It's coming mostly from my fan clutch and the AC.

[azzole11]

Bought it an engine. Gonna look at doing all the fun stuff to it.

[Carves]

http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n629/carves-oz/Vehicle%20Bits/Body%20and%20Trims/TrimsOff01b_zpsfbde22c9.jpg




Nowwwwww .....

... off on a 4hr highway scoot plus lunch - to collect an overpriced roll, of too wide tape, that "should" do the job ??

... or do another 2hrs driving around, once I get there ... in the hope I find a panelbeater who will sell me half a roll ... without raping my wallet ??



Methinks .....








http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n629/carves-oz/Vehicle%20Bits/Body%20and%20Trims/TrimsRelocated01b_zpsb4dfe1ac.jpg


:D

and finish cleaning off the leftovers ....


http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n629/carves-oz/Vehicle%20Bits/Body%20and%20Trims/NotFinished01b_zps2ee7dcd2.jpg


... and gawd help any toyota drivin, soccermum, that opens their doors too wide at the shopping centre carpark .. ;)

[Brasscatz]

Super glue or some chewing gum might've been easier. But maybe you should sell them and rake in the dough since xj's are so rare over there. Tell them it came off a red Jeep and make an extra 30% :D

[4x4Dalton]

Super glue or some chewing gum might've been easier. But maybe you should sell them and rake in the dough since xj's are so rare over there. Tell them it came off a red Jeep and make an extra 30% :D

More like take off an extra 30% :D

[JMadigan]

I ordered the HD off road shackle relocation brackets;

http://i1202.photobucket.com/albums/bb367/JMadigan12/IMG_0953_zpsfb4aefa1.jpg

and painted em up with....

http://i1202.photobucket.com/albums/bb367/JMadigan12/IMG_0954_zps11c25437.jpg

http://i1202.photobucket.com/albums/bb367/JMadigan12/IMG_0952_zps8cdfe69e.jpg

Tractor Paint! :D I never read about anyone using this before so I figured I give it a try.

I also snagged a RE 5.5 lift kit off of Craigslist for $600!

http://i1202.photobucket.com/albums/bb367/JMadigan12/IMG_0956_zps89266910.jpg

I dont really want to sit at 5.5 though, so when I put this bad boy on in a few months or so Ill probably use 4.5" springs.

[4x4Dalton]

Well today I finally fixed my homemade rack and put it back on Jeep. After a few years since I built it the joints did loosen up a bit. So I welded the loose joints and reinstalled it. Great to have it back up top to. Jeeps felt naked without it :D
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[XJ Wheeler]

Well today I finally fixed my homemade rack and put it back on Jeep. After a few years since I built it the joints did loosen up a bit. So I welded the loose joints and reinstalled it. Great to have it back up top to. Jeeps felt naked without it :D
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Glad to hear it! I'm sure it will get a lot more use than being on the shop floor. ;)

[4x4Dalton]

Oh yea :)

[msmoorenburg]

went and rescued a kubota tractor that was buried to the running boards:ass:

[NW99XJ]

Parts ordered, confirmed, shipped and ON THEIR WAY!!!!
Should be here just in time for me to do some DOM Shopping this weekend.....
http://i1104.photobucket.com/albums/h328/jbchill1/TREs.jpg

[92warwagon]

Got a left side electric mirror from (205 Auto salvage) 10% discount when I mentioned xjtalk. Guaranteed to work or take it back! It worked took off the old and on with the new:-)


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[4x4Dalton]

Well lets see. First I went and towed a car back to the shop.
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Then as soon as I dropped it and went back around front my t-case decided it didn't like me no more. So me and Matt( thanks bro) swapped out mine and now I'm back mobile :D

[Brasscatz]

Well lets see. First I went and towed a car back to the shop.
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Then as soon as I dropped it and went back around front my t-case decided it didn't like me no more. So me and Matt( thanks bro) swapped out mine and now I'm back mobile :D

Dang, bro. You were having some problems with that transfer case last time I was out there. Did you just take the one off your old Jeep?

[XJ Wheeler]

Oh yeah, i remember that. Well, taken care of now right?

[4x4Dalton]

Naw there was another one at shop ready to go so we used it till we can tear mine apart and see what went "POOF"

[NW99XJ]

Parts ordered, confirmed, shipped and ON THEIR WAY!!!!
Should be here just in time for me to do some DOM Shopping this weekend.....
http://i1104.photobucket.com/albums/h328/jbchill1/TREs.jpg

TO GO ALONG WITH THESE....
THIS IS ON ITS WAY!!!!!
http://i1104.photobucket.com/albums/h328/jbchill1/1TON-BARS-1.png

So total with shipping i'm out of pocket only 210.37 for everything so far.
The final part will be the track bar relocation bracket....
Which I may fab myself, we'll see.

[denverd1]

sweet! Will you have to change your knuckles out?

[NW99XJ]

sweet! Will you have to change your knuckles out?

No, I WILL have to ream them out though for the larger TRE's.
I think very soon I'm going to do the WJ Knuckle Conversion.
High Steer, Bigger Two Piston Brakes, ...win-win

[XJNoob]

I also snagged a RE 5.5 lift kit off of Craigslist for $600!

.

That's the kit I have on mine. I think it's great! And you scored a good price too!

[azzole11]

New calipers and pads up front since the left side didn't want to roll any more. Oh well.

[msmoorenburg]

added new lift struts so i could retire my channel-locks :)

[NW99XJ]

added new lift struts so i could retire my channel-locks :)

Just did that myself a couple weeks ago. That rear hatch is damn near a catapult now!

[XJ Wheeler]

added new lift struts so i could retire my channel-locks :)

Mine still semi-work, depends on the temperature how good, but after hitting my head the other day because it didn't go all the way up i'm not exactly happy with them. :rolleyes:

[4x4Dalton]

Ask Patrick bout his lol. I think if he held on to the hatch now it would throw him lol

[Brasscatz]

Got a new windshield installed FINALLY! Now I get to install my a-pillar lights hopefully this weekend!! I've never had such a clean view out my windshield! Not sure how much I like the molding job he did though... that's ok as long as it doesn't leak!

http://i356.photobucket.com/albums/oo7/thestalliontruck/Red%20Bandit%20XJ/IMAG1353_zps219acc5c.jpg

http://i356.photobucket.com/albums/oo7/thestalliontruck/Red%20Bandit%20XJ/IMAG1356_zps9e899985.jpg

[XJ Wheeler]

Got a new windshield installed FINALLY! Now I get to install my a-pillar lights hopefully this weekend!! I've never had such a clean view out my windshield! Not sure how much I like the molding job he did though... that's ok as long as it doesn't leak!

http://i356.photobucket.com/albums/oo7/thestalliontruck/Red%20Bandit%20XJ/IMAG1353_zps219acc5c.jpg

http://i356.photobucket.com/albums/oo7/thestalliontruck/Red%20Bandit%20XJ/IMAG1356_zps9e899985.jpg

Awesome, so how did the frame look while it was out?

[Brasscatz]

Awesome, so how did the frame look while it was out?

Looked good, didn't see anything bad. Found 2 possible spots where water could've been getting in through a bad seal job though. I couldn't stay and watch, I had to get back to work and let him do his thing.

[XJ Wheeler]

Looked good, didn't see anything bad. Found 2 possible spots where water could've been getting in through a bad seal job though. I couldn't stay and watch, I had to get back to work and let him do his thing.

Good, you got lucky. I can already see some rust coming up under mine.

[Brasscatz]

Today, I went and picked up a steering stabilizer for $10. Got home to put it on.... the bolt that goes through mine into the tie rod won't come off my original stabilizer. The guy told me he'd mail the hardware to me so I didn't have to drive back out there.

I also noticed that the little adjuster on my new-to-me adjustable track bar was loose, so I got her tightened back up again. Feels like it may be stripped though, so I'll keep an eye on it.

Next, I flushed my coolant again. Still getting lots of muddy/rusty water. I think I need a new reservoir since I can't get mine cleaned out all the way even with a pressure washer.

And then...... A-Pillar lights! I got the holes drilled, the mounts test fitted, but wiring will have to come tomorrow.

http://i356.photobucket.com/albums/oo7/thestalliontruck/Red%20Bandit%20XJ/IMAG1360_zps117ffb5e.jpg

http://i356.photobucket.com/albums/oo7/thestalliontruck/Red%20Bandit%20XJ/IMAG1361_zpsa834faf2.jpg

http://i356.photobucket.com/albums/oo7/thestalliontruck/Red%20Bandit%20XJ/IMAG1362_zpsed1a3bc6.jpg

[nickxj94]

Put some amber leds in mu headlights housing to keep me legal cops don't like the blue 1463

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[azzole11]

Test fit my JCR DIY winch bumper.

http://i757.photobucket.com/albums/xx212/azzole08/Jeep%20Stuff/20130223_081053.jpg

Trimmed the corners of the fender a bit more so it fits tight.

http://i757.photobucket.com/albums/xx212/azzole08/Jeep%20Stuff/20130223_081033.jpg


Now to weld it out and coat it with some duplicolor. Oh yeah need a winch for it too.

[elistwrt]

Parked it and boiled some crawfish! It was nice not to work on it lol

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[elistwrt]

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[XJ Wheeler]

Today, I went and picked up a steering stabilizer for $10. Got home to put it on.... the bolt that goes through mine into the tie rod won't come off my original stabilizer. The guy told me he'd mail the hardware to me so I didn't have to drive back out there.

I also noticed that the little adjuster on my new-to-me adjustable track bar was loose, so I got her tightened back up again. Feels like it may be stripped though, so I'll keep an eye on it.

Next, I flushed my coolant again. Still getting lots of muddy/rusty water. I think I need a new reservoir since I can't get mine cleaned out all the way even with a pressure washer.

And then...... A-Pillar lights! I got the holes drilled, the mounts test fitted, but wiring will have to come tomorrow.

http://i356.photobucket.com/albums/oo7/thestalliontruck/Red%20Bandit%20XJ/IMAG1360_zps117ffb5e.jpg

http://i356.photobucket.com/albums/oo7/thestalliontruck/Red%20Bandit%20XJ/IMAG1361_zpsa834faf2.jpg

http://i356.photobucket.com/albums/oo7/thestalliontruck/Red%20Bandit%20XJ/IMAG1362_zpsed1a3bc6.jpg

Cool, looks good bro. Did you clinch when that first hole started room sink in? Now yours will look more like Bears and mine. :D

[XJ Wheeler]

Been spending the past couple days off and on trying to get off the tint that has tainted my rear window for years. From reading TimmyTXJ's article i tried using the steam feature on an iron. Lol. I have a feeling the portable steamer Timmy used would work better. Anyways, still got a little left and some glue to remove.

http://i1108.photobucket.com/albums/h401/xj-wheeler/Stormy%202/2013-02-211556070.jpg

Yesterday we got some time to go home for a little, and after some further searching i found the trailer hitch. Apparently someone didn't take it, they just buried it below some junk. :rolleyes: Haven't measured it yet to see if it'll work.

http://i1108.photobucket.com/albums/h401/xj-wheeler/Stormy%202/2013-02-221737310.jpg

[SteveMongr]

Been spending the past couple days off and on trying to get off the tint that has tainted my rear window for years. From reading TimmyTXJ's article i tried using the steam feature on an iron. Lol. I have a feeling the portable steamer Timmy used would work better. Anyways, still got a little left and some glue to remove.

The window tint adhesive will come off with rubbing alcohol and elbow grease.
Works good.

[Brasscatz]

Cool, looks good bro. Did you clinch when that first hole started room sink in? Now yours will look more like Bears and mine. :D

Maybe slightly, but once I touched drill bit to metal.... It was baseballs to the wall drilllin'!

[prerunner1982]

Didn't do anything today, just looked at all the things I need to do.

[XJ Wheeler]

Got the rest of the tint off, and got frustrated trying to get the leftover glue off. I tried the rubbing alcohol, Goo Gone, and steam from the iron. But... A thought popped in my mind about what light abrasive i could try. So i grabbed an S.O.S. pad and tried it in a hidden area. For this it performs PERFECT. I used it lightly, just in case, but took the glue right off without damage. Then, i ran out of time. But while working i did have time to slam my head into the liftgate again. :banghead:

[Brasscatz]

http://i356.photobucket.com/albums/oo7/thestalliontruck/Red%20Bandit%20XJ/IMAG1366_zps6f5522c6.jpg

http://i356.photobucket.com/albums/oo7/thestalliontruck/Red%20Bandit%20XJ/IMAG1365_zps538d8b1d.jpg

http://i356.photobucket.com/albums/oo7/thestalliontruck/Red%20Bandit%20XJ/IMAG1364_zps4cf2b75b.jpg

[msmoorenburg]

replaced the rear nut strip now i trust the hitch when towing

[NW99XJ]

http://i356.photobucket.com/albums/oo7/thestalliontruck/Red%20Bandit%20XJ/IMAG1365_zps538d8b1d.jpg


:shocker: Wholly Mother Ship Batman! :thumbsup:

[denverd1]

dropped the black one off to a guy in McKinney

[Brasscatz]

:shocker: Wholly Mother Ship Batman! :thumbsup:

Lol, right?


dropped the black one off to a guy in McKinney


That's a bit of a drive!

[denverd1]

Yea it was. But I wasnt going to hold out on it. We were supposed to meet halfway but he had some things come up

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[whitey818]

New guy here so still going through mine to get it up to proper order. Had a popping sound when using 4wd and thought it was bad u-joints, replaced the axle shaft u joints and didn't fix the popping so..... up to what I did today, lol.
Drained transfer case case and checked chain through drain hole, seems pretty loose and pretty sure my popping sound is the chain either slapping the case or jumping teeth on sprocket.

[cantab27]

easy to replace ...few on here have done it.......someone will throw a link up on how to

[whitey818]

easy to replace ...few on here have done it.......someone will throw a link up on how to

Seems pretty straight forward after looking at a disassembly on youtube but wouldn't mind a link, ya can never have too much info.

[XJ Wheeler]

I finally said goodbye to the dreadful tint completely today. That has been a thorn in my side for nearly nine years. Good riddens.
Before

http://i1108.photobucket.com/albums/h401/xj-wheeler/Stormy%202/2013-02-211602380.jpg

After

http://i1108.photobucket.com/albums/h401/xj-wheeler/Stormy%202/2013-02-261917400.jpg

You know, ya never realize how hard it is to take a pic of how clear glass is. :rolleyes: But, when the time comes you find out.

I also looked at and measured the hitch for fitment. Looks like if i open up the mounting holes to move it back about 1/4" it SHOULD work. Now, I'm sure its concocting some other way to tick... me... off... But, i am a man with a mission. :cool:

[Carves]

:shocker: Wholly Mother Ship Batman! :thumbsup:


I have an annoying tune stuck in my head ... and am making a funny shaped mountain out of vegemite sandwiches .. :shocker: .. :confused:


:D:D

[Brasscatz]

Seems pretty straight forward after looking at a disassembly on youtube but wouldn't mind a link, ya can never have too much info.

Here ya go, buddy! http://go.jeep-xj.info/HowtoChainChange.htm

[Brasscatz]

I finally said goodbye to the dreadful tint completely today. That has been a thorn in my side for nearly nine years. Good riddens.
Before

http://i1108.photobucket.com/albums/h401/xj-wheeler/Stormy%202/2013-02-211602380.jpg

After

http://i1108.photobucket.com/albums/h401/xj-wheeler/Stormy%202/2013-02-261917400.jpg

You know, ya never realize how hard it is to take a pic of how clear glass is. :rolleyes: But, when the time comes you find out.

I also looked at and measured the hitch for fitment. Looks like if i open up the mounting holes to move it back about 1/4" it SHOULD work. Now, I'm sure its concocting some other way to tick... me... off... But, i am a man with a mission. :cool:

Looking good Jake! Gonna get new tint put on?

[4.3LXJ]

If you replace the chain, replace the sprockets too or you will stretch the chain again.

[XJ Wheeler]

Looking good Jake! Gonna get new tint put on?

Thanks! Not for a while at least, if ever. I've despised it for so long that even if i wanted tint i would leave it like that just to admire for a while. :D I know its better for the summer heat to have it but my vision could really use the easier line of sight too.

[editedforsafety]

Towed my father's F150 to the shop to get the starter replaced. Would have replaced it ourselves, but it seems the entire city is under 2 inches of slush and water right now. This is a first for me, it's usually my car that needs the towing!

[bluedragon436]

I took mine up to the one and only exhaust shop to get a quote on having the cat replaced... since the PO apparently thought anti-seize was optional when he installed the current O2 sensor, and the cat was rusted a bit... so when I went to replace the O2 sensor last night in the middle of a rain storm... the O2 bung just decided to spin with the socket... so now I have a leak from that area on my cat, still got a CEL due to a bad O2 sensor, got a new O2 sensor just chilling waiting for a new home... and on top of that I got my damn O2 sensor socket stuck on the old O2 sensor... So got a quote to have the cat replaced, the new O2 sensor thrown in, having the tail pipe welded (finally) to the muffler, the pre cat exhaust hanger tweaked a bit so my exhaust won't rattle on the trans crossmember... and removal and return of my O2 socket... Man there goes money that was going to go into other (wanted/needed) things for the XJ...

[nickxj94]

Bought 8 new Pro Comp Tires for both my XJ's :D

[nickxj94]

1476 mudders are mine all terrain is my wife's

[denverd1]

Nice!! Nothing like the smell of new rubber

[bluedragon436]

Bought 8 new Pro Comp Tires for both my XJ's :D

I loved my Pro Comp Xtreme MT's... I wish one of them hadn't thrown a belt... Might be looking to pick up another set of them to put on the XJ, as my front Baja Claws are ready to be thrown out!!

[nickxj94]

I loved my Pro Comp Xtreme MT's... I wish one of them hadn't thrown a belt... Might be looking to pick up another set of them to put on the XJ, as my front Baja Claws are ready to be thrown out!!

Be my second time buying Pro Comps I hope they last a few years my extreme mts on my old blazer wore out quick

[Rayburne]

Avoid this flu at all costs. Both the wife and I have been fighting it for a week now. Not fun. I have had the flu and swine flu plus the pneumonia shot from the Veterans hospital and I was as sick as my wife and she didn't have any shot.

[4.3LXJ]

Avoid this flu at all costs. Both the wife and I have been fighting it for a week now. Not fun. I have had the flu and swine flu plus the pneumonia shot from the Veterans hospital and I was as sick as my wife and she didn't have any shot.

The latest on flu shots is that they are very ineffective on this strain

[Rayburne]

Thats the truth

[NW99XJ]

Nice!! Nothing like the smell of new rubber

THIS!
LOL, no seriously....I love walking into a tire store....that and the lumber section of any given hardware store......NUTHIN LIKE IT!

[nickxj94]

Got the tars mounted and man there quite for mud tires but ride real good! 147814791480

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[editedforsafety]

I got new tires last week. Dunlop Rover Radial RVXT's that were on sale. 235/75r15 as I'm sitting at stock height and it's my DD.

[denverd1]

Avoid this flu at all costs. Both the wife and I have been fighting it for a week now. Not fun. I have had the flu and swine flu plus the pneumonia shot from the Veterans hospital and I was as sick as my wife and she didn't have any shot.

It's an airborne type from what wife's doc said. She has asthma and its been pretty crazy


THIS!
LOL, no seriously....I love walking into a tire store....that and the lumber section of any given hardware store......NUTHIN LIKE IT!

I'm serious too!! I love a. how it smells and b. knowing that I've got some new tread to work with!! can't beat it!:D

[Mudderoy]

went and rescued a kubota tractor that was buried to the running boards:ass:

Was BigJim driving it?

[Mudderoy]

Didn't do anything today, just looked at all the things I need to do.

MPG on the way to 12!

[Mudderoy]

Nice!! Nothing like the smell of new rubber

That's what SHE said! :rolleye0012:

[Mudderoy]

Replaced the turn signal/emergency flasher on the 1999 last night.

[Brasscatz]

Got her inspected yesterday and I'm good for another year! Today, I tightened my adjustable track bar again... better this time. Hopefully it'll stay now. Also figured out what is making the chirping noise coming from my electric fan - it seems the part that goes into the support at the bottom squeaks. Glad to know it's not the fan itsself, but now I need to fix that annoying squeak. Also, WD-40'd my driver's side door hinge, helped a bit, and tried to WD-40 the rear leafs, but didn't do it very thoroughly... probably wait until the weekend for that.

[bigjim350]

Matt and I mounted the new tires on the xj that I got for Christmas.
http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b249/bigjim350/IMG_20130301_172917_zps8b35ad8c.jpg

[XJ Wheeler]

Matt and I mounted the new tires on the xj that I got for Christmas.
http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b249/bigjim350/IMG_20130301_172917_zps8b35ad8c.jpg

So you decided to stick with those wheels then. Looks good bud.

[bigjim350]

Yeah, gonna put my old tires on my bronco

[cantab27]

Yeah, gonna put my old tires on my bronco

which one am i breaking ..opps mean wheeling.......:rolleye0012:

[bigjim350]

which one am i breaking ..opps mean wheeling.......:rolleye0012:

Probably both....and i mean breaking

[XJ Wheeler]

which one am i breaking ..opps mean wheeling.......:rolleye0012:

Wheeling... riiiiiiightttt.
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:D

[denverd1]

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/03/03/bujevuse.jpg
New front pinion yoke w u bolt upgrade. :thumsbup:
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[cantab27]

shiny.....

[cantab27]

Probably both....and i mean breaking

im not hard on jeeps ...just seem to fall apart around me......:rolleye0012:

[nickxj94]

My buddy rolled his today :(

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we got him winched out and it started back up and drove out to his trailer.

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[bluedragon436]

Sucks to see Nick!!... Is he planning on rebuilding, turning it into a Cherobuggy, or getting a new one and swapping everything over?? And why don't I see an :xjtalk: decal on that one?? LOL

[Brasscatz]

I tried yet again to install the steering stabilizer I bought off craigslist. The guy sent me the hardware for it finally. My issue is that the bushing is too thick to fit into the bracket, on top of the fact that the bolt that goes through the tie rod is about an inch higher in angle. Anybody have any thoughts? He had a pre-97 2-door that this came off of... is the stuff that different from mine??? I'm thinking that I may hold on to this and have some of the guys look at it when we meet up, but I have a feeling that I'll have to purchase a new OEM one instead of this $10 upgraded one.

[RVXJ]

I tried yet again to install the steering stabilizer I bought off craigslist. The guy sent me the hardware for it finally. My issue is that the bushing is too thick to fit into the bracket, on top of the fact that the bolt that goes through the tie rod is about an inch higher in angle. Anybody have any thoughts? He had a pre-97 2-door that this came off of... is the stuff that different from mine??? I'm thinking that I may hold on to this and have some of the guys look at it when we meet up, but I have a feeling that I'll have to purchase a new OEM one instead of this $10 upgraded one.

I just installed my steering stabilizer this morning. Like you, I thiught I was going to have to cut the bolt and replace it with another, going in from the other side. But, I took a large screw driver and gently pried down on the drag link and the bolt came out went back in with ease.

[RVXJ]

I installed a new steering stabilixer and am painting my rock rails. I painted one yesterday. No breeze, 75 degrees, it came out great. Today, the wind is present and I moved inside my shop and have had a few runs. :beer:

[Brasscatz]

I just installed my steering stabilizer this morning. Like you, I thiught I was going to have to cut the bolt and replace it with another, going in from the other side. But, I took a large screw driver and gently pried down on the drag link and the bolt came out went back in with ease.

I think the angle is wrong on mine though. I put the bolt through the tie rod and I would have to bend the shaft of the dampener to line it up with the bracket. :( I tried putting the other end in the bracket first, and it won't even go in because the bushing is too thick.

[bcso290]

Replaced my valve cover gasket today. Not that hard. Just time consuming cleaning everything up. Next weekend I will be trying to replace the oil pan gasket, transmission gasket and filter. Hope I can squeeze it in between other obligations.

[Brasscatz]

After giving up on my stabilizer and getting my front skid back in, I decided to clean my windows and attach some stickers. Now I need to get an xjTalk sticker ;)

http://i356.photobucket.com/albums/oo7/thestalliontruck/Red%20Bandit%20XJ/IMAG1371_zps32887ba4.jpg

[nickxj94]

Sucks to see Nick!!... Is he planning on rebuilding, turning it into a Cherobuggy, or getting a new one and swapping everything over?? And why don't I see an :xjtalk: decal on that one?? LOL

It still runs, gotta put a radiator in it fan got in it and kick the roof back out knock the windshield out and keep rolling with it LOL!

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[XJ Wheeler]

My buddy rolled his today :(

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we got him winched out and it started back up and drove out to his trailer.

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Ouch, man. I think i was watching one of your videos of his earlier. Hope all is well.

[cantab27]

My buddy rolled his today :(

1486

we got him winched out and it started back up and drove out to his trailer.

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cant kill the green ones nick...good no one got hurt...he should join the site and tell us what happened....

[RVXJ]

I think the angle is wrong on mine though. I put the bolt through the tie rod and I would have to bend the shaft of the dampener to line it up with the bracket. :( I tried putting the other end in the bracket first, and it won't even go in because the bushing is too thick.

Sounds like something is not right with your stabilizer!

[Brasscatz]

Sounds like something is not right with your stabilizer!

Yeah, at least with the new one I bought. Sucks that I have to remove the skid and the old stabilizer to find this stuff out. This is the second time I've removed it just to reinstall it! Getting tired of that.

[nickxj94]

Cut and folded my wife's fenders since I caved the pass side in this weekend wheelin' it.1498149915001501

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[cantab27]

ive had a tire mark like that sticker on my chest not long ago...sticker tis way cooler

[msmoorenburg]

gave the jeep a bath after a long weekend of yard work

[Brasscatz]

gave the jeep a bath after a long weekend of yard work

Just to get it dirty again next weekend ;)

[msmoorenburg]

Just to get it dirty again next weekend ;)

this is true, but I had to get the dog crap off the tires. The garage was stinkin

[4.3LXJ]

ive had a tire mark like that sticker on my chest not long ago...sticker tis way cooler

And cheaper I'll bet :D

[bcso290]

Did my transmission pan gasket and filter today. Not to bad. The hardest part was getting the filler tube off.

[cpttuna]

big day-Transmission service,lubed slip yoke and replaced rear driveshaft u-joint. used silver anti-seeze on the slip yoke.

[XJ Wheeler]

Probably should have posted this day by day but here it goes.


For the last few days (4 out of 5 to be exact) I've been trying to mesh a reluctant skid plate and trailer hitch together, and had a few hiccups while dealing with it. This hitch seems to be made a bit different than the others I've seen. Instead of the mounts turning to the inside they extend to the outside, making it wider. Because of this i didn't need to cut the notches in the skid but did create a few other issues. I noticed "Drawtite" made into the end.

I had to open up the mounting holes about 1/4" to slide the hitch rearward to keep it off the skid. Took a while, did it mostly with a round file.

http://i1108.photobucket.com/albums/h401/xj-wheeler/Stormy%202/2013-03-031709350-1.jpg

Since I've had so many issues arise i thought it best to test fit the hitch. This delayed me a bit.

First i had to cut about half off the exhaust hanger just to get it in place. Once i had it in place i saw how much the side plate was gonna be in the way. It basically encloses the mounting bolts in between the skid and hitch plate, with the tailpipe just below.

http://i1108.photobucket.com/albums/h401/xj-wheeler/Stormy%202/2013-03-01013133.jpg

I decided to cut down the exhaust hanger to just a tab remaining on the tailpipe, so i could get most of it out of the way and then drill it for a "new" hanger. Next, i made a L bracket to bolt up to the side plate on the hitch. With a piece of rubber from the old hangers remnants to make an isolator. Don't worry, i'll clean up the rubber piece. :rolleyes:

http://i1108.photobucket.com/albums/h401/xj-wheeler/Stormy%202/2013-03-02201310-1.jpg

http://i1108.photobucket.com/albums/h401/xj-wheeler/Stormy%202/2013-03-031626010.jpg

Another thing popped up that was pretty apparent i needed to deal with.

http://i1108.photobucket.com/albums/h401/xj-wheeler/Stormy%202/2013-03-031530080-1.jpg

So i cut those down. You can also see the tab for the hanger in this pic.

http://i1108.photobucket.com/albums/h401/xj-wheeler/Stormy%202/2013-03-031625260.jpg

And to make a little more room for the tip, i cut about 3/8" off the bottom of the portion just above the tip. You can see the tight tolerances i'm dealing with, only approximately 1/4" from the tailpipe to the skid, leaf spring, and hitch.

http://i1108.photobucket.com/albums/h401/xj-wheeler/Stormy%202/2013-03-03150943.jpg

I was running out of time at this point but did want to chop off the corners of a brace. Just to add a little better look, and they added no strength.

http://i1108.photobucket.com/albums/h401/xj-wheeler/Stormy%202/2013-03-031709120.jpg

Today, i got it back off and cleaned off the (most) rust. Was a wee bit more rust than first anticipated. And wrapped it in a coat of black, of the satin variety. Too late for pics, dark out.

Add another injury to the list. Is it just me, or do others have this problem?

Hopefully the final hitch install 2.0 goes uneventfully.

[denverd1]

Jake glad to see it coming together.

Got my tire deflators set just right. Then I took it for a drive! Seems the new CV joint in the front DS and the sloppy ujoint straps were actually the cause of the vibes. No vibes now!! Woohoo!! Also picked up a few parts (relays, fuse holders) to get my new lights up and running.

[XJ Wheeler]

Jake glad to see it coming together.

Got my tire deflators set just right. Then I took it for a drive! Seems the new CV joint in the front DS and the sloppy ujoint straps were actually the cause of the vibes. No vibes now!! Woohoo!! Also picked up a few parts (relays, fuse holders) to get my new lights up and running.

Thanks, bud. Good to see you got the vibes are under control as well. Vibes are almost as bad as overheating, as far as tracking down. :rolleyes:

[Dredwolf]

Nuthin' :bang:

Because it's either raining, or I am working....:P

Maybe this weekend :pray:

[4x4Dalton]

Measured round the hitch and bumper then talked to Mark(Detours) to get my Knucklebone Tire Carrier started.

[bluedragon436]

Yeah I hear ya on that John!! I can't do nothing due to mostly working... but also because of the cold... Am going to have to start looking into picking up two new tires to replace my worn out fronts though... so guess I can do that from the warmth of the house... LOL

[nickxj94]

Got my wife's fenders cut and folded and done some bed lining on it to keep from rusting since the paint chipped when I folded the lips of the fenders :eek:
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now the tires wont pop the flairs off and destroy the fenders! I like it better this way :D

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[denverd1]

Nick, looks good. I need to do that too. did my cut and fold last year and got paint coming off in a few places on the rears. Nice work.

What part of AR you in?

[nickxj94]

Nick, looks good. I need to do that too. did my cut and fold last year and got paint coming off in a few places on the rears. Nice work.

What part of AR you in?

River Valley area, Alma, Ar.

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[Mudderoy]

Fixed the rear hatch latch!


http://youtu.be/vyWk8BIP_IQ

[4x4Dalton]

Well didn't do anything to it but got these beauty's from the man in brown.
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6.5 coils
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4.5 leafs which added with my drop shackles will give me 6.5 :D
Plus braided rear brake line.

[92warwagon]

SImple but $30 in the tank helped a brother out when his jeep decided to meltplastic on its own!! easy and fun!

[Brasscatz]

Well didn't do anything to it but got these beauty's from the man in brown.
1542
6.5 coils
1543
4.5 leafs which added with my drop shackles will give me 6.5 :D
Plus braided rear brake line.

I didn't know your current leafs weren't 4.5"

[4x4Dalton]

It's a bastard pk that Matt had done.

[oderdene]

received axle seals, upper and lower raditor hose, axleshaft u-joints

[ActionDad]

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/03/08/yta2yva4.jpg

4.5" RE lift in rear. Thanks Dave Woodley!!

[XJ Wheeler]

It's a bastard pk that Matt had done.

Did you or him ever measure it to see what those got?

[prcjeep]

After giving up on my stabilizer and getting my front skid back in, I decided to clean my windows and attach some stickers. Now I need to get an xjTalk sticker ;)

http://i356.photobucket.com/albums/oo7/thestalliontruck/Red%20Bandit%20XJ/IMAG1371_zps32887ba4.jpg

Now how the F don't you have an XJTalk sticker????

[msmoorenburg]

installed the swaybar disconnect brackets

[Rayburne]

Damn it, both rain and snow here in the California desert and I'm waiting on a power steering pump pulley from autozone. I ordered the pulley and belt when I found a crack in mine Thursday of last week.

[Brasscatz]

Now how the F don't you have an XJTalk sticker????

Haven't had that meet and greet yet.... hate for Tony to have to mail it from 20 minutes away from me ;)

[toebee97]

Finally retired my worn out Moutaincats, put on a decent set of Toyo A/Ts for now. I really didn't want to run A/Ts since I'm planning on going to Browns Camp OHV at the end of the month, but I really needed new rubber, and I got these for a really good price. Planning on donating my old Cepeks to a good friend of mine that I recently talked into joining the XJ world.

http://i275.photobucket.com/albums/jj289/toebee97/IMG_20130308_155143_zps80bfa12c.jpg

[nickxj94]

Put HID's in my Jeep, replaced a bad water pump and tstat and belt while I was at it. 15631564156515661567

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[bluedragon436]

Removed the factory fog light relay a few days back so I can make use of the low and high beams without having the high beams remaining on... Plan on do perm. fix once the weather warms up...

Yesterday I used Tony's writeup/video to adj my rear hatch, so now I don't have to push on the license plate to get the hatch to open as I pull up on the handle.. (unfortunately I broke one of the holders that hold the clips to the hatch panel, so now it rattles.. will have to do something with that shortly)

Today I got the hardware from RC for my steering dampener that I ordered when I got the shocks for my lift over a year ago, and for some reason it came with no hardware.. I have to stop by AZ tomorrow to pick up another set of bushings for the other end of the dampener and I'll be ready to throw it in... Can't wait to feel the difference, as I know the stocker is shot... and def not up to the task of keeping up with the 33's... So hopefully tomorrow after work I'll be able to throw it in...

While under my XJ today looking to see how bad the leak is around the O2 sensor on the cat, I saw that my TC is leaking, I believe around the speed sensor, which sucks cause I just replaced that O-ring when I did the speedo gear... , also noticed my rear main seal is leaking, so guess while I'm at AZ I'll see about picking up that seal and the oil pan gasket, so I can get it done as long as the weather stays nice before I head out on my next mission... guess I'll go ahead and hit up an oil change since I have to drain it all anyways... Also noticed my front pinion seal is leaking now... guess I'll be pushing the re-gear to happen as soon as I can (along with some other upgrades while I'm there)... I think my trans lines may even be leaking now as well... but going to check the connection @ the rad, as I did just have the radiator replaced...