Recent content by joejp511

I used the tallest JK springs I could find (# ending in 18) and I have a 4 banger, so it is ligher up front. The JK springs were only about 1 inch longer than my stock springs. Due to the different spring rate I have about 1.5 in of lift. Sent from my SM-T210R using Tapatalk

New (ish) front springs and shocks. Takeoffs from a 2016 rubi. Now it feels like I'm driving uphill. Guess I'll do the rear nexxt week. Sent from my SPH-L710T using Tapatalk

My original top from my '98 had straps just like the one @Ranger_b0b has. I now have a top from an '06 and there are no straps. I cut a couple of velcro straps and passed them over the roll bar, they work but also mark up the window. I usually unzip and roll the window down 'cuz I'm too lazy to...

I recently replaced the RMS on my 98 4 banger. (was leaking) Also replaced the oil pan gasket a few weeks later. Found out the oil pan is rusted at the top lip, so still leaking. And there is still another leak higher up. (not head gasket...perhaps) Moral of the story...be prepared to just...

I've got a Tuffy trunk because I need the seat. I do like the clean lines of your install. How strong is the top? Will it withstand the weight of a couple of 80# labs? Or would you need extra bracing. Sent from my SPH-L710T using Tapatalk

BTW...are you still hanging on to the H&R springs? I saw you posted them a while ago and then changed your mind. Sent from my SPH-L710T using Tapatalk

Are the skyjackers or monroes still available? Oh...and good luck with the bust bolt issue. Sound like it could be a battle. Sent from my SPH-L710T using Tapatalk

Was it the deflector or the onset of winter that eliminated your bug splatter? Sent from my SPH-L710T using Tapatalk

If it weren't for the rust all I would have is wheels and an engine! Sent from my SPH-L710T using Tapatalk

Guilty Sent from my SPH-L710T using Tapatalk

Thanks for the write up! I'll be tackling this in a couple of weeks on my Dana 30. The pics are very helpful. BTW... Petty sure the pinion nut is 1-1/8"

Thanks! Those wheels came off a 98 XJ. Rattle can textured paint and black. Easy to touch up. Sent from my SPH-L710T using Tapatalk

I've been asked many times by my friends why I don't ditch my '98 TJ and get a new JK. They usually ask right after I tell them about my latest repair fiasco/upgrade plans/maintenance check. They seem to see it all as a waste of time. I enjoy the feeling of accomplishment when I get it right and...

19 at home (Chicago) 70 where I'm at (Austin) Gona be rough going home next week! Sent from my SPH-L710T using Tapatalk

That is sweet! At first glance I thought it was a scale plastic model Sent from my SPH-L710T using Tapatalk