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  1. pjmcg

    Rocker rust repair

    Sure, I found the rounded edge of some angle steel to be the closest match. You could use some rod, a socket extension, edge of a table, etc. Bend it over the edge of the piece - try not to use a hammer which would dent it. Maybe heat would work? Didn't try that. Then I used Vice Grips to...
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    Rocker rust repair

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  3. pjmcg

    Rocker rust repair

    I've had luck with this type of repair before, but since this is a Jeep and it will get dirty/wet, I can't imagine any repair job holding up to the level of the repair on your neighbor's Camry. The fix was commensurate with the vehicle. :cool: I did seam seal the backside and underside since...
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    Rocker rust repair

    Thought I'd share some pics of my rust repair. Since it was on the driver's side I'd look at it every time I got in and couldn't wait til the weather improved so I could spend some time outside on this. Seems like a previous owner left the top down enough that rain was pooling up and seems to...
  5. pjmcg

    Rear parking brake difficult to engage

    Got everything back together (new axles, seals and bearings) and found no issues with the parking brake that would cause any more resistance - many of the parts were new. Decided to just use one spring on each parking brake and I'm much happier with the effort to pull up the lever. If you use...
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    Rear parking brake difficult to engage

    Hey there, new TJ owner, first time posting here. Hope someone can offer some advice. Bought my 03 TJ with a rear disc conversion done, Dana44 rear from the factory. Rear axle seal was leaking and upon tearing things apart found oil has coated the rear parking brake shoes and pads - so new...