Recent content by dodgerammit

This. These statements right here. I've heard from so many mechanics as to why they did it the way they wanted to, when I requested something totally different. Too many times, I've been very dissatisfied by the rush job style repair once I got my ride back. This is exactly why I do my own...

Okay, you definitely want the strainer. I just drilled a small hole in the top of the factory sending unit plate (make sure nothing important is on the other side) and used a rubber wire grommet just big enough for the 2 wires to slip through. Do not just wrap the wiring. This is automotive...

The last I've seen, they were unobtanium as far as finding them in a kit. If you know the manufacturer of the upper doors, you could try to reach out to them. Otherwise, you're gonna have to most likely find a company that specializes in weatherstrip and use the old pieces to match up to...

Here's some reading for you. http://gleebledorf.com/ I used it on getting the CEC system on the Eagle functioning (semi) correctly. Still needs an O2 sensor, but it runs way better now. It should show some wiring concerning how it is tied in. Pretty sure it requires what is called the 'nutter...

Both the Rubitrek and AT51s are the 235 tire size on my Wagoneer. The AT51s are LTs with a load rating of 1900 pounds. They are no longer available and have been replaced by AT52s. The Falkens (I used to replace the AT51s a few months ago) are listed as 235/75/15T. They have a load rating of...

I second the 30x9.5 tire choice as a perfect cruiser tire. IMO, they look great with a stock 15x7 or 15x8 Jeep wheel of your choice. I DO NOT recommend the General Grabbers. They came with the Jeep and are new, so they're staying. No issues as far as handling and grip, but they are kinda noisy...

Well, you have one of the most desired motors. As far as maintenance, youtube has plenty of how-to videos that show the most common issues these things have. If you have a few tools, you can easily work on this motor yourself by using those videos as a guide. Many use an TJ, XJ, YJ, or ZJ stock...

I've been contemplating a full new exhaust and have seen that the Borla is a step up from stock in sound, but Magnaflow was quite a bit louder. I'd like something that lets the 4.0 sing a bit more at idle/part throttle, but isn't much louder over stock at cruise speed for comfort and tunes. My...

Woohoo! Another Islander! I (now) run 15x8 Gambler wheels and did a 1" body mount lift (custom 1" taller body mount-so 1 piece vs stacking) and run 30x9.50s with brand new stock height springs. Also, like you are thinking, I ditched the carpet and used a gray Durabak roll on liner for the inside...

Dang man. I hate when something stupid causes a setback like that. Yeah, halfway through mine, shortly after I had all the suspension work done, I took it on a short, midnight drive up and down my road. Didn't have tags yet, but just needed that motivation boost of seeing the light at the end of...

I had a similar issue on a repop half door I purchased. The door sat WAY too far forward. Like, rubbing the tub at the hinges forward, even with the hinges moved rearward to the max on the tub side. I had to really work at elongating the holes and tweaking things to get it to shift rearward...

You need to make sure it's dark when you test as they flash pretty quickly. Close the doors in your shop and turn off the lights. Or if outside, wait for dark. But yes, you need it to flash. It's gonna look more like a bright flicker. They really aren't bright at all.

You won't have an issue with 1310s. My Wag only has 1310s throughout. The LS hasn't broken anything.

I had test driven a few different YJs when searching for my next purchase. The first one was at the top of my budget. I think about 112k miles, 4.2 with a 2 1/2" lift. It looked good from a distance, but up close looked like Stevie Wonder had painted it. I test drove it, noticed many electrical...

Yep, when I first put it in, I was like "Holy $#1t, that's a steep angle!" But, it runs fine all the way up to 65-70, which is faster than I want to drive it due to comfort and sound levels. I bought it to enjoy daily and cruise around town. All the driving I need to do is below 60mph, so lower...