Search results

  1. R

    Narrower tire and backspacing

    I am currently running 12.5" wide tires on 15" tall x 8" wide rims, 3.625" backspacing. I want to run a narrower tire either 10.5" or 11.5" . Looking to tuck the tire under the jeep a little more. what backspacing should I be looking at for this ?
  2. R

    Am I headed down the right path?

    Yesterday leaving the neighborhood my CEL illuminated, the engine started to sputter and eventually died. After a few minutes the engine would start but die as soon as it started. I eventually got it running and made it home, sputtering the entire way. Scan gave me codes P0121, P0455 and...
  3. R

    Anyone running 10.5” wide tires?

    Anyone running 10.5 wide tires ? Any negatives to a narrower tire ? Seriously thinking about going from 12.5 to 10.5 but I have never even seen a TJ set up like this.
  4. R

    Front Control Arm Bolt Washers

    Working on my 02 a few weeks ago and noticed the washer on the driver front lower control arm bolt was missing. I ordered a complete new Crown bolt assembly with washers. When I went to install the bolt earlier I noticed all the existing washers on axle side of both lower control arms are round...
  5. R

    What have you done to minimize suspension sagging with weight in the rear?

    This time of year my TJ is used weekly to drive to my hunting camp. When I go I almost always have the back packed with anything from ice chest to clothes or other stuff. I also occasionally pull a trailer. Either way it causes the back of my Jeep to sag. Has anyone here had similar issues and...
  6. R

    Has anyone replaced fender flare nutserts with stainless steel ones?

    Has anybody replaced the rivnuts/nutserts that are used to attach the fender flares with stainless steel ones? Can you put them in the fender to replace the bolts and nuts that require removal of the fender liner ?
  7. R

    Barricade Flat Flares Sold

    Brand new in unopened box Barricade Flat Fender Flares. I am going a different route. PM for more info https://www.extremeterrain.com/barricade-flat-fenders-tj-j102429.html
  8. R

    Recommended grade of stainless steel for window hinge bolts?

    I am changing out all the bolts on my door and windshield hinges to SS. Can I use whatever grade stainless my local hardware store stocks? Or is there a recommended grade of SS for tensile strength or whatever reason. For clarity I am talking about the torx drive flat head screws
  9. R

    Door Hinges

    I have bent door hinges on the drivers side. The OEMs are expensive and a little hard to find, the aftermarket hinges are reasonable (and SS) but dont have the beveled bolt holes which I assume help align the door. Is this one of those items where I should suck it up and buy OEM ?
  10. R

    Is Barricade is owned by Extreme Terrain?

    Does anyone know if Barricade is owned by Extreme Terrain ? If you go to there website there is zero contact info.
  11. R

    Soft top

    In regards to the soft top skin itself, can a top designed for a full door versus one that is designed for a door half door with skins??
  12. R

    Spacer for OME Springs

    I want to add 3/4" spacers to my OME springs. I am not sure if there is anything unique about the OME springs that require use of OME spacers. Can I use a spacer by someone like Daystar ? Or do I have to use the OME spacers ? Also will I need to adjust my trackbars after adding the spacers?
  13. R

    Driver's Seat Won't Lock in Upright Position

    The back of My drivers seat will not lock in upright position. One of my friends tried to retrieve something from the back of my TJ by climbing over the drivers seat and broke whatever it is that allows adjustment of the seat back. Seat stays horizontal, when you bring it up to adjust it just...
  14. R

    Tailgate Mounted Tire Carriers

    I am in the market for a tailgate type tire carrier. Does anyone know if there is a difference in the way the Exogate and Rugged Ridge carriers attach to the frame or roll bar?
  15. R

    Dana 44 Pinion Seal Install

    I changed my rear pinion seal this weekend. The old seal came out very easily almost too easily, two or three hammer shots and it came off in my hand. My question is how far should the new seal be driven into the pinion housing? Normally I would have have the outermost edge of the seal flush...
  16. R

    What do I need to do to get paint to adhere to fender flares?

    I have some new flat flares and would like to paint them to match the body color traditional to the Sahara. What do I need to do to get the paint to adhere and last on the plastic?
  17. R

    How does Plasti Dip hold up?

    I have large pieces of paint peeling from my hood and around the windshield and was considering putting Plasti dip or other similar removable type paint on the entire Jeep. Curious to know if anyone here has done this and how did it hold up??
  18. R

    Rattle from Rear Suspension?

    I have a few things going on here simultaneously so I apologize for the long post. I have what can best be described as a rattle coming from the rear suspension when I hit bumps especially washboard type bumps. Its most notable at speeds under 40-45. My track bar jam nut was coming loose...
  19. R

    JKS Trackbar Help

    I am having a recurring issue with the jam nut on my rear Trackbar. I tighten the nut as much as I can but after a couple hundred miles the nut is loose again. It actually is unscrewed 1/2 inch or more. I can here the bar rattle when I hit a bump when the nut loosens up. I know I can loctite...
  20. R

    Jounce Bumpers Verification

    I need to replace front and rear jounce bumpers. Can someone tell me if they are identical for the front and rear?? I have been all over the internet and am finding mixed results.