Seat upgrade
My seats were actually in pretty good shape considering their age. Not a ton of wear or rips. However, they did possess that late 90's pattern on them. Plus, being cloth, they aren't very pet resistant. So, I upgraded to some new seat covers.
I debated the Bartacts, but just...
I haven’t had a plate on my TJ since I moved to Colorado in 2011 and I’ve never had an issue. I hope I didn’t just jinx myself. In fact, I don’t even know if I know where the plate is in my garage. I guess I’ll keep rolling the dice.
If I have to resolve it I was thinking of getting one of...
A little less Canadian...
As discussed earlier in this post, my TJ is originally from Canada. One of the features of the Canadian TJs is that they have daytime running lights on all the time. While DRLs can be helpful, I'd prefer to just turn on my headlights if needed, and not have them...
The Belly Of The Beast
For more than a year, I've had some issues that seemed fuel pump related. It was a bit hard to crank over the first time, but worked fine the second time. On the roads, I never really seemed to notice any problems. Plus, my gas gauge has not been working properly for >15...
I'm tried to be pretty functional too, but have gotten a few things over the years for looks. E.g. smoked signal lenses, taillight guards, grill inserts, shifter knob. Some would argue my fender flares are more form over function too. :)
Let there be light
I replaced the bulb in the engine compartment. I think it was the first time a bulb had been in there since I bought it 20 years ago. FYI--the proper bulb size for the earlier TJs is a 105.
A while back, I had replaced my front blinker lenses with smoked lenses. I saw...
Odds and ends
I did a few more odds and ends over the past month. Most of the rest of the time, I was driving it. Which is kind of the whole point. :)
New shifter knob (old one was fine, just wanted a little color)
Removed the JET performance chip that had been in there for 15+ years. Since...
Shock replacement
Shock replacement was quick and easy. That old one was definitely leaky, and this replacement solved the issue.
I even got help from my daughter installing it. She is typically not a fan when I make modifications to the Jeep. But I think the offer of paying her for her time...
Shock-ingly Good Customer Service
The other day, I noticed a drip spot underneath my Jeep. I've been very fortunate that it's been very drip-free for a long time. I did a little investigating and discovered that my front-driver's side shock was leaking some light yellow-ish, slightly greasy...
ARB customer support rocks. I sent mail with the issue and purchase info, and they sent me a replacement shock in less than a week! If only all customer service could be this way!!
So, I guess I'll stick with these for a while. :)
I reached out to ARB to see if there is any chance they are still under warranty. They are <2 years old, and <10,000 miles. Can't hurt to ask.
I also wanted to check with them that it wasn't something else. I think I'm right that it's leaking, but I wanted them to confirm that's what it would...
I have a similar setup with a 2-2.5” spring lift and 1.25” body lift.
I installed the track bar relocation bracket that came with my lift, and that has been fine.
I ran with stock rear sway bar links with that kit for over a year and it was fine. I did notice the rear e-brake line did sit on...
I noticed a spot on the floor in my garage indicating a small leak from somewhere. I did a little investigating and it seems that it's coming from the bottom of the front driver's side shock. The color and consistency of the liquid is light yellow, and feels a little oily. I searched a bit and...