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    Front Suspension Bump

    I'm cycling my suspension to check clearance's and bump. Here are a picture of the driver and passenger at full bump to the bottom of the shock. This is a RockJock bump stop kit. Is this enough bump stop? The top bit is rubber, the bottom bit is hard plastic. Driver Passenger
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    Black Magic 16" Big Brake Kit (install)

    I recently installed my 16" Big Brake Kit. I just want to throw it out there that every manufacturer could learn from @mrblaine instructions. They are clear, concise, and complete on the topics of removal and install, including such details as torque specs, and when to threadloc. Thank you...
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    42RLE Transmission Replacement Research

    After 170k miles, and some hard wheeling, my transmission has all the problems, and needs to be replaced. I'm removing and replacing the transmission myself, so it's a bench job for a local shop. I have a '05 TJ, stock drive train, SYE, and a 4" lift on 35" tires. I did a bunch of research and...
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    Eaton Elocker Wiring Question

    This is an Eaton Elocker wire at the diff. Should there be power at the white wire side of this plug when the switch is on? I've tried checking across the two sides black to white, and I've checked white to chassis, and black to chassis. None of them have power when the switch is on. I've...
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    Axle Upgrade Project Help

    I'm getting ready to make some upgrades, including: big brake kit, rear axle to 30 spline, and gears to 5.13. I would like some help validating my parts list. So, I've listed my current jeep, my changes, and a parts list. I've also listed some things that I studied and decided I don't want. Can...
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    For a Dana 35, is it possible to update a 27 spline Eaton E-Locker to a 30 spline?

    My jeep has a 27 spline Eaton Elocker in my rear Dana 35. I want to build a Super35. Can I update the Eaton Elocker to 30 spline? Or, do I buy a new Eaton Elocker 30 spline and seel the 27 spline? If it's possible, is it worth it?
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    Newb Question About Metal Shavings in Transmission Fluid

    I changed the transmission fluid and I noticed metal shavings in the fluid. I've attached a picture, I'm not sure it helps. I'm not getting any fault codes on my ODBII reader. The last time I changed transmission fluid was with my dad, and to be honest, I wasn't paying that close attention. ;)...
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    '05 X - First Jeep

    The off-road trailer faries' brought me a present. 😁 '05 X Front and Rear 27 Spline Elockers with Revolution Gear Axles (Better than stock Dana30/35, but not Super Dana30/35) Rubicon Express 3.5" Lift with Woods Double Cardan driveshaft and SYE 1" Body Lift, and 1.5" Motor Lift drive shaft...
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    Introduction

    I've been reading through much of this forum, and I really appreciate the insights. I'm in SoCal in the market for a TJ. I've beat up my 2021 Ford Ranger more than I care to, so I want something more capable and less costly to repair. This forum has already saved me thousands of dollars in...