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  1. WestCoastDan

    Gift card scammers - How I got even w/ them

    I’m sure most are aware of the various methods used by scammers to take advantage of people, they all suck, but I figured out a way to ‘get even’ w/ them. It started w/a text claiming to be my boss in a meeting and he needed me to help him get some gift cards. I knew it was total bullshit from...
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    Fuel Pump Options?

    I know this topic comes up fairly often, but with changes in the availability of aftermarket options (and supply chain issues, etc.), I'm interested in learning what is currently out there. I have a 2003 factory tank which has never been dropped. The Jeep is getting harder and harder to start as...
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    I thought I saw billet shackle mounts to replace the factory tow hooks

    I thought I saw machined options to replace the factory tow hooks, but I can’t find them anywhere… am I losing my mind?
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    Sticking front caliper(s)

    Wife has mentioned a steering issue multiple times over the past few months and I couldn't duplicate the problem until today while returning from a week out of town in heavy, slow, SoCal freeway traffic. I experienced significant brake drag (multiple times, on BOTH sides), and that awesome...
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    Flat fender turn signal & running light option

    I see many posts about what to do for turn signals once the factory fenders are removed, and it seems that the options are somewhat limited due to space limitations and/or a suitable mounting position. While searching for some additional turn signal illumination for my Harley, I came across...
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    What jump box do you use?

    If you have a jump box that you like, what brand/model/size is it?
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    Replacement seatbelts - any sources that I might not know of out there?

    I’m finally going to replace the front seatbelts that have a mind of their own. I can’t count the number of times they’ve been shut in the door or prevented the doors from closing because they no longer retract like they are supposed to. I found SeatBeltsPlus to be the least expensive @ $212 (so...
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    Chicago got Ducked!

    Nobody with a Jeep will be safe in this town! 😂
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    Alignment needed, what type of shop should I be looking for?

    Looking for a shop to do an alignment. I'll check tire pressures & rotate them (all 5) before taking it in. Is there a specific capability or alignment technique that I should be looking for from the shop in order to get the best results?
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    California What's the deal with OHV permits in SoCal?

    I consider myself to be a capable, moderately intelligent adult, but I cannot understand what is needed for OHV permits in SoCal & I have questions. Do I need these for our licensed Jeep? (I don't think so). Why do I need one of these? Where do I need one? How do I get one? Are they transferable...
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    Is this Death Wobble?

    Is this what I think it is?
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    Aligning steering wheel

    Ok, so the steering wheel in our’03 is no longer centered after the lift was installed. It’s been about 18 months since the work was done, and while I’m generally happy with the results and the subsequent ‘check the bolts’ service since, Om unhappy about the steering wheel being slightly rotated...
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    Does this door seal, header seal, and top all appear to align correctly?

    As the subject line indicates, I am chasing a leak. I know, what Jeep owner isn't chasing a leak, right? It's somewhere on the left side, so I figured start at the top and work my way down, The top is brand new and seems to fit well. The door seals are maybe 2-3 years old, but not factory, so...
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    Got an email from Bestop

    Received an email from Bestop asking me to review my latest purchase… I wish I could see their faces when they read my 1-star review.
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    I'm not usually a 'tell others what to do'-type, but this post is different.

    Do yourself, your loved-ones, and maybe even some of your in-laws ;) a favor before year's end. Test all of your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. I'm sure many here keep things working at a parent's, grand-parent's, or even a neighbor's home; check theirs too! Replace any alarms that are...
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    Upper tailgate gasket / weatherstripping

    The new Supertop looks great, but I need to replace the seal along the top edge of the tailgate to complete the transition. I cannot locate this seal, or at least one that looks like what was on our ‘03… Can anyone help point me to a source?
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    Strange 'clunk' sound while idling?

    This one has me stumped. While idling in park I can hear a strange 'clunk' sound about every 8 seconds or so. It doesn't seem to do this when idling in drive w/ foot on the brake. I'm absolutely unclear as to what the hell this is. Perhaps it's a solenoid of some sort actuating, it does not...
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    Best front facing camera location?

    Considering a front-facing camera and wondered if mounting it high or low might be more useful? Under the bumper seems better for off-road. Any opinions?
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    Replacement Seatbelt Options

    Other than Quadratec, Morris, & seatbeltplanet, can anyone recommend a source for complete, factory style, replacement front belts for our '03? I'm just wondering if these are the only sources for new ones, or if someone has found another option.
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    Just added a 2015 Rubicon to the stable...

    Picked up an extremely clean 4-door, Rubicon JK today. This should be fun. We need to figure out what to do with the other car that was parked in the garage though. Wife agrees there's really no need to sell it, so... looks like we are officially a 2 jeep, 1 Charger, & 1 Harley family, at least...