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    Long crank

    While it could be, it isn't as likely. It is also way easier to start with the simple things to check first. Rule out fuel issues from the rail back before you start turning wrenches. There are only two places to lose pressure, the pump or the injectors. A bleed-down test will help you...
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    Damn, this is one hell of a crazy TJ

    Aside from the obvious lack of hp to spin those tires, there are so many little things that irritate me about this build - removal of passenger airbag (I hope) to install switches, locating shock reservoirs above a hot engine, crappy sheetmetal work around rear shock hoops. Maybe I am just...
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    Poor JL/JLU iconic grille continues to get no respect

    Pretty sure that thing never sees a trail, or rain, or even slightly cloudy skies. To each his own, I guess.
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    Who has the highest miles?

    2000 with 171k on it. Running strong.
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    This TJ looks like it got the Quadratec catalog treatment

    As someone that lives in a region that averages 10 feet of snow per year, the combination of high lift and tires has made that the least useful snowplowing vehicle I have ever seen!
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    How big of a headache is replacing blown head gasket?

    100% agree - things are pretty tight on that side of the engine!
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    Anything else I should do while the tub is easy to work in?

    The one thing I kick myself for not doing was putting in a cable-actuated lever for the transfer case when I had everything apart. Now that everything is back together I am spending too much time driving to want to pull it all out again!
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    How big of a headache is replacing blown head gasket?

    Definitely not a hard job if you have some basic mechanical skills. Take pictures / label parts so you can remember where everything goes. A good socket set, torque wrench and maybe some plyers are really all you need, assuming everything isn't rusted up. Couple of tips: 1- spend the money on...
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    Want to trade half door parts?

    The Sahara 'Camel' color would be preferred.
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    Want to trade half door parts?

    I have a Sahara so would prefer the Camel color, although at this point, it is getting pretty hard to be fussy.
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    Want to trade half door parts?

    Do you have a good source for just interior panels? I bought some solid half doors but the panels were missing. I mistakenly thought I could buy some OEM or aftermarket but no one seems to make them.
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    Best engine upgrades for the cost?

    Is this considered extreme?
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    What would you do?

    That is exactly what I was going to post. I don't know for sure, but I would think that they would not be having their employees opening hot radiators because of the risk to burns. It seems more reasonable that they would be having them top off the reservoir. There is really no need to open...
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    My military career requires your insight 👌

    It always amazed me that we could come in from the field, dragging-ass and were ready to go out on the town after a quick bite and a shower, just looking for booze, women and trouble, in no particular order. Been out for 16 yrs and my two best friends are a couple of rangers I served with. We...
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    Cheap roof top tent idea: Is it practical?

    Given his location my first thought was snakes and alligators!