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  1. H_Nunez

    Winch on a tubular bumper

    Good morning forum, I`m finally getting a winch, I currently have a tubular bumper which I really like (old school...). Can someone in the forum share some pics of this setup?, Which kind of winch plate did you use?Not sure if the winch plate should go between the frame and the bumper bracket or...
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    Diff cover science videos

    Hi, I found these couple of videos explaining the science behind the shape of the diff cover. What are your thoughts? HN
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    Recomendation on beginners welder

    HI, One thing leads to another. I would like to learn how to weld and fabricate. One of my first projects would be an engine skid plate and some house DIY projects. I`ve been watching some videos on weld.com (youtube) and understand some of the basics... What`s your recomendation on what to...
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    Brake bleeder size question

    Quick question. I have a Rubicon 06 4.0 TJ, disk brakes on all fours. While doing a brake fluid replacement found that the front bleeders are a different size than the rears. Is this normal?, or is it another PO mod?? Thks & Happly Holidays!
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    Noco battery charger & starter

    Hi Forum, I just bought a NOCO (www.no.co) battery charger a few days ago. I choose this brand since I already had a battery starter. Both products have been performing really well. The starter is now part of my vehicle toolbox. I`ve had a chance to use it a few times (Can`t move my vehicles...
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    Braking distance

    How many feet should take for a TJ 4.0 on 31" tires going at 37mph to brake at full stop? (slamming brakes to the floor on dry pavement).
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    Dodge RAM forum recomendation

    Ok, so my other ride is a 2015 Hemi Ram crew cab sport trim. I need to do some work on it. Do you know a forum (as great as this one) where I can find reliable advice?? I`ve seen some, but they are crap...
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    Rear hitch for tubular bumpers

    Hi, Does anyone have a Smittybilt rear tubular bumper like the one in this pic?? if so, coud you help me by telling what is the inner distance between the mounting plates?? I have a tubular bumper made by Quadratec (I`m ready to take some heat on this), and would like to add the Smittybilt hitch...
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    Battery cable replacement options

    Hi, I`m looking into replacing my battery cables. Anyone has experience with www.jeepcables.com or www.custombatterycables.com ?? Thanks,
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    Need your opinion on this option

    Hi Forum, need your opinion on an option I`m considering. I have an 06 auto Rubicon with H&R coils and Rancho R5000x shocks with stock 245/75 R16 tires. I also use .75 spacers for leveling. I really like how it rides. I`m ready to get new tires. I`m considering KOs. ( I currently have street...
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    Tallest lift that a Rancho RS5000x 0-2 can handle?

    Ok, so we know that the Rancho RS5000x runs towards the large side. So, how tall can a lift go before switching to the next size?
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    Some fun in salt dunes

    Hi, this pics are from yesterday`s ride through some sand & salt dunes from an abandoned salt factory...
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    Use of water to clean valve deposits?

    Hi Forum, I've read repeatedly on this forum about people using water in the intake as a way to clean valve deposits. Is there a comprehensive "how-to" guide to do this. I have not been able to find it. I`m sure there`s a right and a wrong way to do this... I`m concerned about drowning the...
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    Rear seat not completely folding on a 06 Rubicon

    HI forum, the rear seat on my 06 Rubi does not completely folds down and over towards the drivers seat. It only folds down and when it disengages from the rear latches, it touches the front seats before it tumbles. Is this how it is should behave? it seems that when it is folding, it does not...
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    Common TJ repairs

    After having dealt with a couple of common TJ repairs (By the way, thks to the forum members that helped me fixing them), I`m wondering if there is a thread of these "common" repairs, interesting to see what other members and "gurus" comment.
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    Jeep wont start, running out of ideas

    Hello forum, please help me with some ideas. My 06 auto 4.0 Rubicon wont start. It just does not crank. I tested the battery and it is fine, it holds power. I tried jump starting it with no luck. I checked the starting relay and fuse on the power distribution center and are all fine. Power to...
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    Online video resources

    Hi Forum, I`ve been spending some vacation time watching Jeep videos on youtube. I can tell some are useful and some are pure BS. I`m interested in knowing which youtubers you recommend following
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    Vibration when starting to go on reverse

    Hi Jeep friends, today my 06 4.0 Rubi started to have some strange vibration when starting to move on reverse. It only happens while it starts to move after I shift to reverse and start to depress the accelerator. Any ideas on where I can start the diagnostics?? Thanks for your support. HN
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    Could oil weight have anything to do with my lifter noise?

    Ok, my 4.0 2006 Rubicon engine recommended oil grade is 10 W30 (according to the owners manual) and it´s what I´ve used since I got it 2 yrs ago. However, There is a sticker under the hood that says I should use 15W40 or 15W50. I have never used this grade. Could this be the cause for my...
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    What's your opinion on H&R 1 lift springs?

    While looking into options to replace my stock sagging springs (stock 06 Rubicon, 4.0, auto stock 31s), I bumped into H&R 1" lift springs. Has anyone installed these, what`s your take on them? Thanks!