Recent content by wheelman2925

Looking forward to warmer weather. This is my 08 sporty

Depending on your resources and skills, this may work. Have not tried it but it looks pretty usable

Thank you for the details on your rig. Wasn't aware of the mid arm history. That's a really nice jeep. It's rare around here to see savvy equipped jeeps around here. I'd be very interested in seeing a jeep like yours on trail. I'm sure I'll reach out as the build progresses.

Welcome and nice new jeep, hopefully. Been through Bismarck twice while driving from NJ to Seattle. Stayed in a motel called the lone steer, which was certainly unique.

Chain looks ok to me

Thanks for the detailed reply. I am beginning to see just how much planning and effort go into making it look like nothing was done. I'd love to see Blaine built TJ-6 in action next to a Blaine built 35 tire TJ/LJ even if just to see the different abilities of each. Thanks again.

Why did you only quote part of what I said? .... in the same vehicle changes it quite a bit.

Nice find. Please forgive my inexperience, but in looking at both pics, it appears you raised the body mounts negating the need for body lift? If so, makes sense to me. I imagine, due to inherent frame flex, that adding a body mount not only strengthens the whole assembly, it lessens frames...

Have no reason or real way to compare them in the same vehicle where I have done just that in a JK. Same reason I, personally, wouldn't buy a 4 banger TJ when the 4.0 was available.

Perhaps it's just some people copying what you've developed and understand while they are just following a trodden trail. You then offer a furtherance of the knowledge and get questioned because change is scary and bad. Had no idea the tailgate played such a crucial role in structure, I just...

I disagree, the 3.8 and 4 spd auto and interior are certainly less desirable than the '12 and up. I've driven both and it's night and day from 3.8 4 spd to 3.6 and 5 speed.

I have both. 04 LJ and 17 JKUR. For me, around town is just that and it's a short trip so either one. For day to day commute and other associated chores the JK both hands down flat on the floor. What's the usage ratio going to be? The TJ is very simple to diagnose and repair yourself and can be...

I have looked into this a few times and came to the same conclusion. It's just not worth the cost/complexity when weighed against the benefits. The amount of fabrication to make the steering and track bar work properly is no small task. Yes, the additional width makes outboarding or coil overs...

Jk front axles are hp in both 30 and 44 flavors.

I recall a build thread on here from a while back, think it was an impact orange LJ that used your front mount cooler. I didn't know there could be a temp difference as great as 100 degrees. I don't know the cost of yours but if it prolonged the 42's life, I think it's worth it. I'm intrigued...