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  1. Claybirdd

    Teens Attempt to Carjack Man, But Can't Drive Manual Transmission

    https://www.nbcwashington.com/news/local/watch-teens-attempt-to-carjack-man-but-cant-drive-manual-transmission-to-get-away/3316846/ (Video at link) Watch Teens Attempt to Carjack Man, But Can't Drive Manual Transmission to Get Away Montgomery County police say the teens forced the driver to...
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    Most useless machine in the world

    A gearbox with a gear ratio of ten to the power of 169. The last gear will *never* turn once; it’s unlikely to turn even a detectable amount. Not just because there are probably no plans to hook the *first* gear up to a perpetual motion machine, but the fact that mo matter how fast it’s spun...
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    Removing rust from jerry can

    Anyone have any good recommendations for removing rust from an old jerry can? It was a gift from my wife's grandfather and I would really like to restore it and mount it on the side of my rig, but the inside it pretty rusty. I rinsed it out and a lot flakes came out but the metal is so thick...
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    SpaceX to write reports on the Mexican and Civil war

    FAA to require SpaceX to write a report of the events of the Mexican Civil War. https://www.cnbc.com/2022/06/13/faa-spacex-starship-environmental-review-clears-texas-program-to-move-forward.html SpaceX will be required to take more than 75 actions to mitigate environmental impacts before the...
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    Does my pinion angle look to low

    I removed my 1" TC drop this morning and wanted to get you guys opinion on my pinion angle. I get no vibrations up to 60 mph. However I ran into an issue with my shifter hitting the console in 1st, 3rd, and 5th gear. So should I add back some washers to drop the TC till I get clearance...
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    Help me figure out why my front springs look different.

    Got to looking at my front suspension yesterday and I noticed that my driver side has a jounce cup while my passenger doesn't. Am I right in assuming that the passenger side also has a spacer lift? Can't figure out what the PO was thinking if this is the case.
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    Help me pick a stereo

    I've decided to upgrade my sound system and need help deciding what head unit to go with. I really only listen to the radio and play music from my phone so I don't see the need for a touch screen. My replacement center dash is for a double din unit so I'm locked into those types. Im looking...
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    What Jeep stuff did you get for Christmas?

    What all jeep parts, accessories or apparel did you guys get for the holidays? Special thanks to the wife and @Chris for my TJ forum shirt
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    Black Magic Big Brake Kit Review

    I installed my 16" Black Magic Big Brake Kit this weekend and WOW! Talk about an upgrade! I didn't realize just how bad stock brakes with 35's sucked until today. A must have upgrade for anyone with big tires. Blaine includes top notch detailed instructions that leave no guess work or...
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    What should I upgrade next?

    I am trying to decide what to upgrade next on my 03 TJ. Running a 4" suspension and 2" BL on 35x12.5x15's. Should I go with a Black Magic Big Brake Kit, or Revolution 4340 dana 30 front axle shafts with jumbo U joints and a no slip locker, or new tires since mine are about 60% worn (but will...
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    Grease for winch

    Is this a good grease to use in my smittybilt xrc 9500 winch? In the process of cleaning the old cheap stuff out to help it freespool better and this is what i have on hand. Will this be OK or should I buy something better?
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    Winch cable or synthetic rope?

    I'm about to order some new lone for my winch as my current cable has a bad spot 40' in. Help convince me I should go with TRE synthetic rope over cable. It's so expensive and cable seems much more durable. If I go with rope is it really worth it to get the safety thimble? And do I have to...
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    Clockspring recommendations

    Hey guys, I need to replace the clockspring in my 03 TJ that does not have cruise control. Is there a recommended brand and model I should go with? Also best place to purchase from? I'm going to replace the CS first and clear the CEL to see if that in itself resolves the TPS issue. If...
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    Issues after installing new transfer case

    Just got a new transfer case installed. When I shift to 4 hi I get nothing. Shifting to 4 wheel low the 4wd light comes on but it acts like it's in 4 wheel high. Shifted back to 2wd and a few minutes later the check engine light came on. What should I do? Don't know if I should drive it...