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Here you go, that's the ones I found that are the same dimensions just with PTFE on it. Sorry for the late reply, I've been busy with this snowpocalypse in Arkansas. The one time we get snow and my Jeep is back at my parents' place because I just moved 2 hours away. I have this one picture of my Jeep back home looking all sad 😞

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https://www.mcmaster.com/2458K36-2458K361/
Here you go, that's the ones I found that are the same dimensions just with PTFE on it. Sorry for the late reply, I've been busy with this snowpocalypse in Arkansas. The one time we get snow and my Jeep is back at my parents' place because I just moved 2 hours away. I have this one picture of my Jeep back home looking all sad 😞

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I feel you pain, brother. Mine is only about 20 feet away from me at the moment - but it’s up on jack stands...
 
I feel you pain, brother. Mine is only about 20 feet away from me at the moment - but it’s up on jack stands...
Luckily most of the roads have been cleared and I already had to go back home anyway, so I'm gonna go get the jeep and play while I'm there lol. Hopefully the 3 acres at my parents place hasn't melted yet, not gonna get many chances like this in Arkansas
 
The bfg's are a hell of a snow tire, I never even slowed down. I went right through the ditch that had all the snow they plowed off the road, and I was definitely plowing snow with the bumper. We had about 16" of snow total, all you snow wheeling guys really know what's up lol

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The bfg's are a hell of a snow tire, I never even slowed down. I went right through the ditch that had all the snow they plowed off the road, and I was definitely plowing snow with the bumper. We had about 16" of snow total, all you snow wheeling guys really know what's up lol

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They always did well on my Silverado in snow when I’d go back to WV in the winter time. Kind of nc wanted to buy them on my Jeep but wanted a mud tire more.
 
Since I had to do some repair work on the Dana 30 lower control arm mounts, I'm placing an order for Currie mini skids. I'm also considering the Currie rear track bar. I'll only be running a 1 - 2 " suspension lift in the rear, so can the Currie rear track bar be used with no issues?

https://www.rockjock4x4.com/CE-9120RS
 
Since I had to do some repair work on the Dana 30 lower control arm mounts, I'm placing an order for Currie mini skids. I'm also considering the Currie rear track bar. I'll only be running a 1 - 2 " suspension lift in the rear, so can the Currie rear track bar be used with no issues?

https://www.rockjock4x4.com/CE-9120RS

I've got a pair of mini skids you can have. PM me your address and I'll dig them out in the next day or so.
 
Since I had to do some repair work on the Dana 30 lower control arm mounts, I'm placing an order for Currie mini skids. I'm also considering the Currie rear track bar. I'll only be running a 1 - 2 " suspension lift in the rear, so can the Currie rear track bar be used with no issues?

https://www.rockjock4x4.com/CE-9120RS
I've considered the skids for the LCA mounts also, I don't have a welder but I'm sure I could find somebody local to glue them on for me. As for the track bar it says 2" lift, I'd assume it would but it may be worth an email to currie. If not who's volunteering to be the Guinea pig lol
 
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Also received the SwayLoc today. The instructions were outdated, so they were semi-useless. I did manage to get it installed pretty quickly though, using the pictures. Still need to tighten everything up and cycle the suspension, but it's at least on now.

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What did you use to paint the axles? I tried to surf through but I must've missed it if it was mentioned. They're looking great (y)
These are what I've been using for a long time. I apply the Rust converter only where needed. All gets self etching primer, then color applied. Satin black for the housing and glossy Smoke Gray for the cover. All are available at Walmart for less than $6 per can.

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I've got a pair of mini skids you can have. PM me your address and I'll dig them out in the next day or so.
If you still have those mini skids, can we weld them on when I come see you?!
 
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Not a fan of the socket head caps on the lower half of the cover. Their too easily damaged. I’d think pan or button heads would be better if you want to keep the allen drive.
I hate them too. Never had one that I could torque down to spec. Sometimes they didn’t seal the RTV. I always just get a longer bolt now. Not as pretty, but works.
 
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That is one beautiful looking 30! While it’s out and since you are on 31s have you thought about doing a tie rod flip on there? Super cheap easy mod to gain some good clearance!
I need to do the tie rod flip. Is that on here somewhere?