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  1. RiverDawg24

    SOLD 2002 Jeep TJ With Savvy Mid-Arm - $15,000 OBO

    Edited to Add pictures- I also have walk around videos with jeep running but I can’t upload. Wiling to text them. Build Thread - https://wranglertjforum.com/threads/2002-jeep-tj-“ocho”.26152/ Selling my 2002 TJ Price is $15k OBO. Not real sure what to ask so this is a starting point. If...
  2. RiverDawg24

    DIY Front Bumper install

    I wanted a front bumper that wouldn’t break the bank. I found this DIY Bumper from a small company called Hardcore Offroad, LLC. I’m pretty pleased ! https://hardcoreoffroadpa.com/jeep-wrangler-tj-lj-front-bumper-diy-weld-up-kit/
  3. RiverDawg24

    Looking for recommendations on a 35x12.50R15 M/T tire

    Watch out for those fallen trees sticking into the trail. Especially the pointed stump end! Ruined a tire and a drag link. I’ve been building for 35’s. It’s time I guess. I do mostly highway driving. When I trail ride it’s forest service roads and tight woods trails. No longer into heavy...
  4. RiverDawg24

    SOLD Savvy Rear upper control arms $250 shipped

    Savvy Rear Upper Double adjustable Control arms. Been on my Jeep since 1/11/20. Perfect shape. Only selling cause I went Savvy Mid-Arm $250 shipped
  5. RiverDawg24

    Bumpstop question. Two different measurements. Which one to go with?

    I’m installing my Savvy Mid -arm and while everything is broken down I wanted to re-check my bumpstops. See pictures. As you can see on the drivers side I’m getting I need 5” of bumpstop. But on the passenger side I am getting roughly 3”, which is what I kinda expected. I’m running Rancho...
  6. RiverDawg24

    Transmission oil looks like chocolate milk (and I found the shifter bushing clogging the drain)

    Drained trans oil tonight and this is what came out. Also, When draining the oil, I found the plastic shifter bushing clogging the drain hole. So it definitely fell in the trans when I removed the shifter and it’s still in the transmission. Here is a pic of the bushing I pulled off the...
  7. RiverDawg24

    Here's why you don't use a plastic throwout bearing (and how clean should I get the bell housing?)

    I tried to make a title Chris wouldn’t have to change. So I heard a pop last week, had play in the clutch fork. I thought the clutch fork retaining spring broke. But nope! The plastic ear sheared off the plastic housing of the throwout bearing. My Jeep has 143,000 miles on it but I don’t...
  8. RiverDawg24

    Pop feel when depressing clutch, then clutch pedal goes all the way to the floor

    Driving home just now, depress the clutch and “feel” a pop. Clutch pedal goes all the way to the floor. I managed to get the transmission in gear and the clutch is fully engaged I.e. not slipping on the fly wheel. When I press the clutch pedal it feels as if the clutch is only being...
  9. RiverDawg24

    Bent rear Dana 44 shaft. Recommendations on Replacement?

    Any recommendations on replacement shafts? Disclaimer: Don’t put your Jeep on jackstands and run it in your garage. It could be dangerous.
  10. RiverDawg24

    Arkansas Misch BigBoy Driver Side Bracket for 97-06 Jeep Wrangler TJ & Unlimited

    These came in my TJ when I bought it. I don’t need them. Drivers side only. Misch says it allows seat to go back an additional 4”. Quadratec sells then for $75 For Sale for $50 shipped.
  11. RiverDawg24

    What joint does JKS use?

    I’ve been searching this for some time and can’t find a clear answer. Is the joint JKS uses a true Currie Johnny joint? Or is it an imitation? If it is a knock-off, is it a good knock off? Do rebuild kits and parts interchange? Yes I’m trying to decide between JKS and Currie. (...
  12. RiverDawg24

    Need new tires for 2018 Ford Expedition

    My wife's rig needs new tires. 2018 Ford Expedition 275/65 R18 Its all wheel drive/4 wheel drive We live down a mile long dirt/gravel road on top of a steep hill. Otherwise this is a pavement only vehicle. A P-rated tire will not survive on this road. I need something that is an...
  13. RiverDawg24

    Radio station presets keep going away after Jeep sits for a while

    This isn’t a huge problem, just very annoying. Stock Radio For some reason my radio station presets keep going away after my jeep Has sat for awhile. I’ve reset them multiple times in the less than 6 months I’ve owned the rig. Jeep sits for an hour or 3? No issues. Jeep sits for a day or 3...
  14. RiverDawg24

    Motor Mount bracket trouble- Chris suggested I re-post this as a stand alone thread

    Yesterday saw me installing the new drivers side engine block mount from Brown Dog Industries. These things are absolute beef and well worth the asking price. I didn't get many pics due to running into some ( a lot of) issues. The stock brackets mounts to the engine block in 3 locations... The...
  15. RiverDawg24

    2002 TJ dome light on with doors off (#4 fuse pull doesn't work)

    Like the title says. I pull my #4 fuse behind the glove box... dome light stays on. I can pull a 10 amp from the fuse box under the hood but that kills my radio and who knows what else. Is ‘02 an oddball year for pulling the #4? With my ‘97 and ‘01 I don’t remember having this issue. What am...
  16. RiverDawg24

    Arkansas Yukon Dana 44 Spool 30 spline

    These sale for $225 plus. This one has some nicks and dings. I want $100 and you pay shipping
  17. RiverDawg24

    2002 Jeep TJ “Ocho”

    I’ve own 8 jeeps total. In order: 1975 CJ 5 stock with 31’s (bought in 1997:for. Time line reference) 1984 CJ 7 stock with 31’s 1980 CJ 5 stock with 32’s and 25k original miles 1997 TJ stock with 31’s, then 33’s then Dana 44’s 100 inch wheelbase and 35’s Then 36’s, then Dana 60’s and 42’s and...
  18. RiverDawg24

    No catalytic convertor before the muffler

    In the 2002 Jeep Tj I just bought, a previous owner has cut out the catalytic converter that is just before the muffler and replaced it with a straight piece of pipe. I’m just curious if anyone has an opinion on this? Should I put a cat back in? Is it causing or going to cause an unknown...