What would you perform for a 60k mile service on your TJ?

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Arthurius

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As the title describes, what would be your targets for a 60k mile service? I've lightly gleaned the FSM for a few obvious answers like trans, t-case and axle fluids. It calls out the PCV valve which i will be replacing as mine has an oil residue surrounding it. The air filter was replaced when i purchased the Jeep around 45k miles. any other suggestions? plugs, brakes etc?

My jeep is a 06 LJR for reference, but I'm interested to hear any recommendations. It sees a fair 50/50 mix of on road driving as well as mild to intermediate off-roading in relatively dusty conditions. Thanks! Picture for proof


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It's not just a matter of a 60k service. The Jeep is now 17 years old. I'd be replacing hoses, belt, and all the fluids. Inspecting everything, including disassembling the brakes, then cleaning and lubricating everything that should be.
 
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Irun said:
The Jeep is now 17 years old. I'd be replacing hoses, belts, and all the fluids. Inspecting everything
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So is the 2006 Toyota Corolla and Ford F150. I highly doubt those are treated with that type of mentality and they are of the same vintage. Is 17 years really considered old, especially in the realm of automotive? I don't treat my '61 Ford with that type of meticulousness lol
 
Depends how the prior owners maintained the vehicle. Hoses, belts, and fluids may have been changed by the prior owner before you purchased the rig. I would inspect the belts, hoses, and spark plugs. Consider changing transmission, transfer case, and diff fluids.

I bought a 2006 LJ Rubi recently and immediately replaced the water pump, radiator, thermostat, alternator, starter, spark plugs, belt, PCVs, radiator hoses, and all fluids. This was preventative maintenance due to age not actual issues with the rig.
 
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Arthurius said:
So is the 2006 Toyota Corolla and Ford F150. I highly doubt those are treated with that type of mentality and they are of the same vintage. Is 17 years really considered old, especially in the realm of automotive? I don't treat my '61 Ford with that type of meticulousness lol
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I don't take a Corolla or an F-150 offroad where a breakdown is exponentially suckier. For that reason, yes, I am more pre-emptive in the maintenance of my Jeep than other vehicles. If belts and hoses are 17 years old, then yes it's time to replace them no matter what vehicle they're on.
 
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