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  1. Ehallspqr

    Parts for NV241 needed

    Are you talking about the NV241OR Rock Trac from a TJ Rubicon? They are somewhat rare and expensive so be prepared to spend $1500-2000. Depending on the mileage it has on it, probably needs nothing unless it’s leaking fluid or damaged
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    What do I need to run 33x12.5 tires with no off-roading?

    For the uninitiated a simple thing like putting bigger tires on your Jeep results in many other unforeseen issues and costs popping up. Any factory axel ratio below 3.73 will probably not be acceptable to you depending on your daily driving routine. A gear swap to restore stock performance will...
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    Tip for guys with wives (you're welcome)

    Marry a Jeeper girl. Dad had an old Willy’s when I met her so I knew I was into something.
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    Torx bolts need to die

    Salt & Snow country Jeeps: Anti-seize. I feel your pain. Stuck fasteners are a PITA no matter what type. And they always seem to occur at the most inopportune time. The problem is the north east DOT’s obsession with salt on the roadways. Soak any fastener that lives under your Jeep with a...
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    What do I need to run 33x12.5 tires with no off-roading?

    This is pretty simple really. With a $500-600 budget that puts hard limits for what you can and can’t do to clear those 33’s. That pretty much eliminates the 4” suspension lift not because of the initial cost of the lift kit but rather all the follow-on mods needed to support the 4” lift. It’s...
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    What do I need to run 33x12.5 tires with no off-roading?

    I have think I see MM spacers with the body lift in that photo. Not sure of your budget is but to do a proper 4” lift your getting into considerable effort and $’s. That kit you linked will do the trick but you will need some additional parts to complete the whole package. Another route is a 2”...
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    Anyone know what else i can do to remove this?

    It’s worth a try. Nice new Vise grips with sharp teeth, grip down hard on that baby. Hit it with some PB blaster first and let it soak. Good idea to grind some flats. Good luck
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    What do I need to run 33x12.5 tires with no off-roading?

    If your truly not going off road you could throw a 2” budget boost on and call it good. Not recommending this but I’ve seen people building Mallcrawlers with big tires and minimal lift. As others have stated an honest to goodness 3-4” suspension lift is the proper way to do this. You’ll also...
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    Anyone know what else i can do to remove this?

    Can you get a big Vise-grip on it? I’ve removed buggered up panhead screws that way. If you cut the head off with a cutting wheel could you grip the shank?
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    Lift replacement and new tires

    I have a 2.4 6-spd that had 31’s when I bought it. It was somewhat sluggish with factory gearing but nothing that you couldn’t live with. You should be fine with 32’s and 4.10 for awhile until you regear to 4.56 or 4.88. 5th gear will only be usable on flat roads though. My 05 SE came factory...
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    '02 Wrangler X Rust Nightmare: Looking for Advice

    Dam man, sorry to see this but your not alone. Just about every car junki has a horror story or two to tell. If you can legally make the dealer take it back then I’d go that route. Work out something with them even if you lose some of your money it’s better than trying to salvage that...
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    Getting a OME lift for my TJ

    With only a 2-2.5” suspension lift no adjustable/disconnectable sway bar links are immediately required but they are recommended for the front. If you go off-road any amount and flex your suspension you’ll eventually break a stock front link. Get some SKS or similar quick disconnect links for...
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    Getting a OME lift for my TJ

    Not sure what size tires you plan to run but the basic 2” OME is good up to 31’s without a body lift. You want to run 32’s then you’ll want to add the optional OME 1/2” coil spring spacers to give you about 2.5-3” of suspension lift. 33’s a 1” body lift will be required in addition to the 1/2”...
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    Can you install lower gears in a NP 231 transfer case?

    If you can find a used Teralow kit that will give you 4:1. They’re out there I recently saw two for sale but those did sell. You might also checkout the 241 4:1 T-case from a TJ Rubicon. Those sell for $1500-2000 and are pretty much a bolt in. As mentioned, regearing your axles might just give...
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    Tips or suggestions on running 33s successfully?

    If those Alcoa wheels are factory you probably have 5.5” back spacing? If so you may want to add 1” wheel spacers along with the lift to space those 33’s out a smidgen. Also the plan to do the motor mount lift is a good one in conjunction with the suspension and body lift. It will help with your...
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    Lift advice

    The short answer is yes, a 3-3.5” lift with 1.25-2” body lift will clear the 35’s as long as you aren’t doing any serious wheeling. There are some 4” lifts out there that are fairly inexpensive that may work for you. People here can advise on cost effective solutions and maybe piece together...
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    Ice chest vs. TJ

    Yeti or any of the knockoffs will work great for 3 days in heat. As others have mentioned keeping things cold has more to do with technique than build of the cooler. Yeti is top dog but nowadays there are much cheaper options that are as good. Engel and ARB electric coolers are being mentioned...
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    Does anyone use a tow bar on your TJ?

    Used to flat tow my Jeeps but after a few scary incidents I bought a car trailer. I towed many times without incident but going around a sweeping corner the Jeeps wheels went sideways and I ended up skidding it’s tires for quite a distance before they finally straightened out. Those big tires...
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    What do you guys recommend for lift height and tire size for my off-road build?

    Unless you bag a “Hogzilla” size hog. 35’s with 4” lift all day. If you want to build a “Big” Jeep start with a JK. The Dana 30 and Dana 35 will get you by if you upgrade the axles to 30 spline chrome Molly’s. 35’s is definitely pushing it but don’t abuse it things and it should last. Lockers will make...
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    Tips or suggestions on running 33s successfully?

    Another vote against the 5100s. Bilstein makes great shocks, just not for a daily use TJ. I guess the goto shock now is the Rancho 5000x. It used to be the Old Man Emu gas nitro-charger shock. As others have mentioned, the OME 2.5” lift is a pretty nice setup still. To successfully run 33 x...