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  1. Joeinnewjersey

    Replaced washer fluid nozzle and no longer getting spray pattern

    Had to replace the nozzle on the hood that sprays the windshield washer fluid and now the fluid comes out in a stream and not in the desired spray pattern. Any ideas?
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    06 with smoker's package but no ash-tray

    It has the cig lighter but where is the ash tray? There is a box near the buttons under the radio but it neither opens nor slides out. What gives?
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    Driver sear extension brackets

    Anybody have experience installing brackets that move the driver seat back? Also any particular brand? I see these on Amazon but they seem a lot cheaper than others. Wrangler TJ Seat Adapter Bracket for Jeep Wrangler TJ 97-06 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07M64G552/?tag=wranglerorg-20
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    Radio antenna screw

    Hi, all. I’m looking for the screw that attaches the radio antenna to the base that is mounted on the body. Is it a common item for sale someplace or maybe part or an assorted pack of antenna screws? Any help appreciated as always.
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    Replacing oil pan gasket

    First thanks to all who replied on my previous thread about detecting an oil leak. I am going to try and replace the gasket myself and it will be the biggest job I’ve undertaken on the jeep so far. I changed the radiator myself and that’s about the extent if any major repairs to far. Anyway, has...
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    Rear main seal leak?

    See attached.
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    New running boards / steps

    Recently removed the Quadratec running “tubes” as they were rusting. Was wondering what you guys and gals are using as side steps/running boards/whatever you want to call them…
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    Where can one acquire these mirrors?

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    Diamond plate rear door

    Is this black diamond plate cover thing stock on the TJ? I would like to remove it…
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    Is there any way to make the windshield wiper starting position look like a CJ / YJ?

    Any way to make the windshield wiper starting position look like a CJ/YJ? Can one use CJ-YJ wipers on a TJ to get that look?
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    Help with broken arm on Bestop soft top

    Any way to get a replacement for this arm other than calling bestop? Or any homemade fixes…
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    Front mount mirrors with doors off

    Any front mount mirrors for when one has the doors off like you see on CJs? I have the temp ones made for the TJ and think they look like crap…
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    Quadratec ship from manufacturer

    Placed an order for an item on Nov 1 (blower fan). Was told that it was in stock. Then received email that it would be shipping from the vendor. Couple of days passed and got another email from Quad saying basically the same thing. Havent heard anything since. Is this normal?
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    Best way to clean exterior of windshield?

    Looking to get rid of the grime and dirt that is visible where the wipers don’t pass.
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    Recommended AC/heater blower motor

    Purchased and installed a new blower motor last year. Some cheap thing from Amazon. It’s already making a squealing noise. Any suggestions on a replacement?
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    Oil drip after oil change

    See attached pictures. Recently changed the oil myself for the first time ever. Noticed a little drip (blue circle) every so often. Full disclosure I did spill a small amount of oil on top when filling it. I also used what Autozone advertised as conventional motor oil but as I was filling the...
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    Do I need to fill the oil filter with oil first before installation?

    I’ve seen videos where folks have put a dab of oil on the outside part of the filter but I’ve also heard that you need to fill the filter with oil first before install?
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    Stock spare tire carrier appears off center

    Put my stock spare tire carrier back on today and it appears to be off center and more on the right side. Never noticed before. Is it always like this or did I enter another dimension of time and space?
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    Changed my first spark plugs today

    Since buying the Jeep last year I’ve improved mechanically. I already changed out the radiator and today’s project was installing new spark plugs. I put the new ones in and she starts right up and sounds great. Are there any tells I should be looking for as I drive around that would bring into...
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    Need some help with 3 fixes

    Would like to make these changes now that the temps have cooled down. Image 1 (fog light connector): was able to score some OEM fog lights to replace the aftermarket ones that came on my jeep. However the two connectors match and I’m lost as to what to do here. I’m not too good with electric...