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  1. jblues1969

    Vinyl / carbon fiber wrap on the center bezel?

    I've bought some VVivvid carbon fiber wrap and gave it a first try and failed to get it done in one piece. Before I try again, I want to see if anyone else has succeeded and if there are any tips and techniques that help, and if it's even possible without making upholstery-style cuts in the...
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    Need theories: why did the previous owner do this?

    Why would the previous owner of my jeep intentionally cut out 12 inches from the rearmost frame crossmember, then try to weld it back together with a scrap piece of steel?
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    How do I get steering wheel radio controls?

    What would it take to get a steering wheel with radio controls working in a TJ/LJ? An aftermarket column + wheel? Just wondering...
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    Ignition cylinder question

    I'm beginning to suspect that my ignition cylinder isn't the original. Things I've noticed: 1. My key wasn't SKIM. No chip. I was able to make copies at Lowe's and they work. 2. Tailgate lock fits the key and turns but doesn't lock. 3. Key comes out in position 2, 3, and 4 without hitting the...
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    Offset and backspace questions

    I am having the hardest time figuring out what I need for my LJ. I got the 7 inch flares, which was a mistake: Current status is that it's got 255/75/R17's on stock JKU rims with 1.5 inch adapters. I want to get new rims that push the wheels out about 2-3 inches while getting rid of the...
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    Leaky doors - what's the threshold before I should do something?

    When it rains, I end up with about a 1/2 oz of water in the front Weathertech floor mats. (note: Best Xmas gift this year!!!) I'm in NC where it rarely rains gently. Water is definitely getting into the seals at the top and coming out at the bottom right at the door entry guards where it...
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    Does this look like a rear main seal leak?

    Does this look like a RMS leak? Not a lot of leakage, maybe 2-3 drops a week.
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    Tailgate rubber seal (not for hard top) question

    I had to replace my tailgate seal, since it was sagging in the middle and preventing me from closing the tailgate properly. The replacement I got from Amazon had 3M adhesive strips, but my tailgate appears to have a channel for the seal to slip into (and it's not in great shape, leading to why...
  9. jblues1969

    Fixing a busted console lid

    I'm going to log my progress in this attempt to repair a broken console lid. The previous owner must have stepped on it or something. It's busted through. They put a rough country cover on it, but I hate the tire tread look, so I bought a new cover that matches my neoprene seat covers. I...
  10. jblues1969

    Solar Yellow LJ restoration / mild mods

    I got this poor baby at a reseller for auction vehicles (and paid too much for it, sadly, but it was my first time) just over a year ago. Carfax told me it had been in 3 accidents during its lifetime, but the last one totaled it. As you can see, it took a hit on the driver side front...