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  1. Don Bulee

    Is my exhaust too close?

    Hello, I got a few hits with some rocks the other day while wheeling and while looking for any damages I saw that the exhaust is a bit close to the control arm, I can't remember how close they were before inspecting them after the hits, but.... do you consider a normal distance from the exhaust...
  2. Don Bulee

    Subwoofer Box Size in the trunk Help

    Hello, since I got my TJ I have always had a sealed box for my two 12 inch subwoofers (installed by PO) but the box already needs to be replaced.... so I start reading a bit about it and I found out that my subs requires/recommend way more free volume of air in the box (each sub requires 1.25 cu...
  3. Don Bulee

    Front "Great-Value" Antirock?

    this might have been discussed but.... do anyone know this kind of kit for the front Antirock-kind of system? its 200 bucks (like 1/3 of Currie one) but not sure if this is only a chinese knock off or if Currie didn't patent the design or if the Maxpeedingrods is a legit store to buy stuff...
  4. Don Bulee

    Johnny Joints vs Currie Antirock

    Hello Folks! I recently got my new Core 4x4 control arms (the cheapest ones) with the intention of upgrading the adjustable ends with Johnny Joints, but then I crossed the idea of Antirock being mentioned by everyone that has been "the best upgrade done to their jeeps" so..... what would you...
  5. Don Bulee

    LCA axle bracket replacement and issues

    I changed the brackets for the front axle lower control arms for my 06 rubicon (barnes) but Im not sure if this is how it should look like... (no cam bolts) After the alignment at the shop was done.. the jeep was still leaning a bit to the driver's side... Not sure if the not-adjustable arms...
  6. Don Bulee

    Overdrive off and on (42RLE)

    First... sorry for the pic quality, it was taken while driving.... once that said.... since I got my 06 Rubicon (like 4 years) I've been experience that the O/D may activate or deactivate by itself, so like if I'm on a highway sometimes I don't press the O/D switch and it will still turn the...
  7. Don Bulee

    Re-gearing with Rubicon lockers

    Hello, I have a technicall question.. I've been planning on regearing for my 06 rubicon with the auto tranny 42rLe, I'm currently on 285's (33ish) but planning on getting some 315's (35ish) on the next set of tires so, better regear for the 35s, I know that revolution gears would be the route...
  8. Don Bulee

    Tummy tuck with Rough Country ultra high clearance skid plate

    Tummy tuck before and after..... A gain of 2 7/16 inches.. I used the Rough Country ultra high clearance skid plate.. I know, I know... RC is bad and made of Chineseium... And I do KNOW that there are other skid plates that would have gave me more clearance... But it was on sale on 170 bucks so...
  9. Don Bulee

    Where to spend the money?

    Hello guys, just like everybody with a jeep.... I'm wondering what to improve and I'm considering priorities... and since opinions and advices are always welcomed I would like to know what do you consider should be next... I already have a pretty decent rig (06 TJ rubicon) so lockers, Dana 44s...
  10. Don Bulee

    Flexing Control Arms

    I know that heim joint are a no-go for suspension applications... Due to the fast wear and the metal to metal friction... And as well... Poly bushings are the cheapest ones due to a reason... The intention of the picture is just to show the flexing capabilities of each one of the ends in the...
  11. Don Bulee

    Lets discuss new Core 4x4 Series packages

    Hello, did you already see that Core 4x4 changed their Tier 1, 2, 3 and 4 series to a new concept? pretty much they eliminate the Tier 2 and now is like: Tier 1 -> Cruise series (Built With 1.625″ OD 3/16″ Wall tubing) Tier 2 -> eliminated Tier 3 -> Camp series (Built With 1.75″ OD 5/16″ Wall...
  12. Don Bulee

    Heim vs Johnny Joint

    Hello, big question for you my wise masters!!! there is a shop near where I live that manufacture a lot of jeep stuff... they offer control arms which I'm looking to replace, since my skyjackers poly bushings wear extremely fast... so they offer two kind of tiers, the bushing-bushing (which I...
  13. Don Bulee

    Dash Speaker Upgrade

    Hello, I just want to share my experience, as we already know the best way to improve the dash speakers is by replacing the 4x6s with a 5.25, to be able to do that you will need a bracket and this is where I think is part of the best improvement, the bracket that MXT sell makes the speaker aim a...
  14. Don Bulee

    HVAC LED Bulb from Amazon

    Hello, I saw the post about the 4mm leds for the HVAC bulb replacement from superbrightleds.com but since I'm purchasing from Mexico I was wondering if you guys know if this leds from Amazon would do the trick for the replacement, thanks! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B013HJGOAA/?tag=wranglerorg-20
  15. Don Bulee

    Do anyone recognize this rear bumper?

    A friend of mine just got a TJ with this rear bumper... He is selling me the rear bumper for 150 bucks... He doesnt know what brand it is... Do anybody recognize the brand to know if its worth it? I have a stock one.. So it looks that is cheap... But not sure...
  16. Don Bulee

    After the first upgrades, what's next?

    Hello, I would like to know in your opinion what would be the not-so-newbie upgrades you consider for the TJ's? in my consideration the first upgrades to be performed are: - Lift (your choice) - Tires - Winch and recovery gear - SYE and CV driveshaft - Quick Sway Bar disconnects - Tummy tuck...
  17. Don Bulee

    Recommendations for new control arm bushings

    Less than a year that I replaced the bushings in this skyjacker control arms and they are already worn... Im thinking in the Tier 2 of the core 4x4 or the Rubicon Express super flex adjustable control arms.. No more than 300 per pair what would be your recommendation?
  18. Don Bulee

    Dash Speaker Question

    Hello, I recently went for a several days trip and I noticed that the sound of my speakers were way in the rear part of my jeep, I do have an amp for all the speakers, the roll bar speakers, two 6x9s with pods in the rear as well, the dash and two subwoofers in the back so that's not the...
  19. Don Bulee

    What speakers do I have..?

    Hello... When I got my TJ the PO already added an amp and speakers, subwoofers and stuff... So when I was looking into the dash speakers (cause the sound is almost none) I found this little black box and this kind of pod... Do you guys know what is the intention of the black box? I unplugged it...
  20. Don Bulee

    Overheating brakes in the mountains

    Hello, a few weeks ago I was on the trail on some heavy mountains (Copper Canyon) and with all the uphills and downhills my brakes overheated (I felt the brakes not braking properly and a bit of smoke was present) I had to stop a while to let them cool (they are disc brakes, since it is a...