While those upgrades can certainly help improve a Jeep's performance and capabilities, it's important to keep in mind that they can also come with a hefty price tag. It's important to prioritize which upgrades are essential for your particular off-roading needs and budget accordingly. As for the hood paint patina, that's just a bonus for those who appreciate the vintage look!
To be honest, I was Chris before @Chris was born.
Not that there's anything wrong with that.
It's great to see so many Jeep enthusiasts coming together to share knowledge and experience. Regardless of age or experience level, everyone can benefit from learning from one another and finding ways to improve their Jeep's performance and capabilities based on their individual needs and budget. It's important to have fun and stay safe while off-roading, and to not let the desire for upgrades and modifications overshadow that.@Chris is a young pup with a bright future and a beautiful family.
As for your question about whether lube fixes everything, it's important to remember that maintenance is key to keeping your Jeep running smoothly. Proper lubrication can certainly prevent issues like sticking brake pins and sliders, but it's important to also address any underlying problems to ensure your Jeep remains in top condition.It's great to see so many Jeep enthusiasts coming together to share knowledge and experience. Regardless of age or experience level, everyone can benefit from learning from one another and finding ways to improve their Jeep's performance and capabilities based on their individual needs and budget. It's important to have fun and stay safe while off-roading, and to not let the desire for upgrades and modifications overshadow that.
To be honest, I was Chris before @Chris was born.
It's great to see so many Jeep enthusiasts coming together to share knowledge and experience. Regardless of age or experience level, everyone can benefit from learning from one another and finding ways to improve their Jeep's performance and capabilities based on their individual needs and budget. It's important to have fun and stay safe while off-roading, and to not let the desire for upgrades and modifications overshadow that.
I installed a winch for the first time. It went great, except I forgot to add the abrasion sleeve (or the anti-abrasion sleeve), and now I need to unspool the whole thing, unhook it, etc., and slip it back on. Oops.
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Is there a part that covers this space between the bumper/winch plate and the grille, the way that plastic hood used to? It isn’t a functional issue, just aesthetics. I guess I could cut down the old plastic piece.
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I installed a winch for the first time. It went great, except I forgot to add the abrasion sleeve (or the anti-abrasion sleeve), and now I need to unspool the whole thing, unhook it, etc., and slip it back on. Oops.
Went to go take the Jeep for a ride on Saturday. Fired it up and the belt started squealing. Figured maybe the battery was badly discharged, didn't think much about it immediately. Walked into the garage, came back out, no more squealing, cause the belt melted off!
Between the time I pulled her into the garage for winter storage and now, my alternator froze up. I have a used one on the donor motor for the Apex, as well as another belt, so probably just throw that on for now.
This thing has spat a lot of parts out at me, but every single one that would have been an issue on the road happened in my driveway. I have nothing to complain about!
Might keep oiling the rear upper shock bolts instead of breaking them....