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I need to do something about my tailgate/spare tire set up. I can’t seem to keep the hinges in proper adjustment with the striker, and looks like the sheet metal of the tub is starting to buckle between the hinges. The tire is an old 30x9.5 on an OEM Canyon TJ rim (25.8mm offset). Weighs...

My YJ is sometimes hard to start, and I want to get something to test the fuel pressure. Something simple that screws into the Schrader valve? Or a kit with adapters for more modern cars? Specific tool recommendations appreciated!

My YJ came from the PO with matching Bestop Duster cover, windjammer, and bikini top (but no other soft or hard top). I’ve already sold the windjammer and duster cover, and now it is time to let the bikini top go, because I finally decided I needed a proper soft top. So, for sale is a used...

I’m refreshing the heater and can’t figure out how the two vent cables attach to the control levers. The FSM says the right cable controls the left one, but there are no pictures and I don’t see how that happens. I have the cable that goes to the left vent door, with a functioning length...

I've had an LJ for the past 5 years and built it for moderate Colorado mountain trails. It's on 33's with 2.5" OME springs 1.25" body lift, and JKS Quicker Disconnect sway bar links. It is otherwise basically stock, with all original control arms, no tummy tuck, stock driveshafts, gearing and...

I’ve replaced the rubber seal on the tailgate and I’m finding that the striker needs to move rightward in order to line up with the latch. I installed a new striker a few months ago and it came with one washer, but the parts catalog shows three (all discontinued of course). Can I just use any...

I'm thinking about making the YJ more of a daily driver, but if I do, I'll have to get A/C and probably a proper top instead of just the bikini. The JeepAir kit looks quite good and the install looks manageable; can anyone comment on their overall satisfaction? it seems that since it is a...

My Jeep came without anything covering the front crossmember, so I thought I get the 'Jeep' logo cover. In the factory parts catalog, there appears to be a 'support' underneath the plastic cover. does anyone know if this is important or what it does?

I removed the ashtray last year to work on the HVAC and haven’t put it back on partly because it’s ugly. I do sort of want the 12v power supply in it however. Has anyone modified the existing ashtray with USB power ports? I don’t have a need for switches.

I'm trying to solve another minor electrical issue which has me stumped (doesn't take much). The windshield wash spray motor has not worked since I got the Jeep. I'm confused because I'm reading 11+ volts to the connector contacts when the switch on the stalk is depressed, but it won't run...

I have been using the bikini top that came with the jeep, but I’m considering getting a real top in case I decide to take it on the trails. I assumed i’d get a soft top because the top-down experience is to me one of the most essential parts of Jeep ownership. But the YJ soft top hardware...

In an effort to improve the appearance of the YJ, I’m painting some exterior parts with faded/ damaged finishes. Just want to share some photos and suggestions. Wiper arms, hood vent cover:

I’m removing the dash tracking down a shorted wire, and I want to disassemble most of the steering column while I’m at it to clean/replace the stalks/switches. The FSM says discard the snap ring when removing the lock plate, but it isn’t clear how I get another to replace it. Can it be reused?

I’m replacing the two body mounts in the crossmember in front of the fuel tank (I’ll get to the rest of them later), and the new rubber isolator doesn’t seem to fit through the opening in the crossmember. I’m using Crown 5200 2660, which I confirmed is the part number from the Factory parts...

I’m in the process of replacing body mounts, and my plan was to jack the tub up one side at a time. I’m wondering if there is anything else that needs to be disconnected for the tub to go up ~2” ? Brake lines or their brackets? Radiator fan shroud?

I dropped the fuel tank yesterday because I was smelling gas fumes back there. Getting that all fixed up but while the tank is out I want to treat the mild rust before it gets worse. (My skid plate is starting to rust through, so it’s being replaced:) My question is, how clean does the...

I’m trying to track down a clunk/rattle from the rear end, and I found that both rear wheels do this:

But the hazard light do work. Where do I start? Disassemble the steering wheel? Or replace the flasher in the fuse box?

After I bought the YJ, I saw the tailgate was damaged. Looked like it had been backed into something, pushing the spare tire carrier and denting the tailgate in. There were no tire snubbers, so the hinges have loosened a bit. I’ve adjusted the hinges and striker but if the spare is mounted it...

This shield that hangs under the front of the engine is decaying; should I try to repair/replace it, or is it entirely superfluous?