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    New Vibration Driving Me Nuts

    I have a new vibration from my front axle/driveshaft that driving me nuts. I installed a 3" lift kit in my LJ about 5 years ago. Everything was great until I regeared the axles. I resolved the problem with a SYE, Adams double cardan rear driveshaft, and some adjustable upper rear control...
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    Question About Pinion Seal Replacement

    I have a leaking front pinion seal, and plan to replace it. In addition to the new seal, should I plan to install a new crush sleeve? I added a 3" lift to my 2005 LJ, and it drove fine. After regearing, I had a vibration problem. I installed a SYE and new rear driveshaft and the problem was...
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    Tellemarketers Don't Miss a Beat

    Yesterday, after 40+ years of working, I retired. Today I get a call on my cell phone, some women asking me if I wanted "final expense" insurance. WTF? I'm retired, not dying.
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    Whine Heard Through My Stereo

    I've had the same stereo set up for several years with no problems. Kenwood head unit, Sound Ordnance amp, and Kicker speakers. Today, I started hearing a whining noise that gets louder as the engine RPM rise. I'm assuming it's some interference from the alternator. I have two questions. 1...
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    Transmission Bolt Sealant?

    I've searched, but could not find my answer. I'm servicing my 42RLE automatic transmission, and the FSM says to replace the seal or sealant on bolt #5. What type of sealant should I use? I have some Permatex Ultra Black that I used on the corners of the oil pan.
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    Cleaning My Frame, How High Can I lift My Tub Without Causing Problems?

    I want to do some extensive frame cleaning, and want access to the top of my frame rails. How high can I lift my tub without a lot of work disconnecting wiring and/or steering column? Ideally, I want to lift the tub and rest it in pieces of 2x4 or even 4x4 while I clean.
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    Pennsylvania You Pay Shipping and It's Yours

    Cleaning out my garage and want to get rid of some parts. They're free, you only pay for shipping. Front bumper, no milk jugs. Good condition, needs cleaned and a fresh coat of paint GONE GONE Trailer hitch and mounting hardware, never installed F&R gas shocks that came with my Zone 3"...
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    Question About Hard Top Installation

    I'm installing my hard top for the winter :cry:, and wonder if I should keep the muck seals in place? These are the little rubber seals at the front of the tub, where it meets the rear edge of the door.
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    Soft Top Winter Storage

    For those that remove their soft top and install the hard top for winter, how do you store your soft top? On the frame or off? If on the frame, do you store it in the "up" position? I plan to store mine in my basement, and have plenty of room. I'm going to remove the windows and store them...
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    Interesting Observation on Vibration

    I lifted my LJ 3" (Zone springs and Rancho shocks), which included a skid plate drop, and had no vibration. After I regeared my axles to 4.88, I had a slight vibration at 60-65 MPH. The vibration was almost eliminated with some adjustable rear control arms and adjusting my rear pinion angle...
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    Just saw a TV ad for a Roxor

    Just saw a TV ad for a Roxor (Mahindra) Jeep knock off. Starting at $16K and not street legal. I guess its cheaper than some side by sides.
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    Great Customer Service from Bestop

    I recently purchased a Bestop replacement soft top for my LJ. I supposedly had the OEM frame and all hardware from the PO. During installation I realized I did not have the stiffener panels for the rear corners. I called Bestop and they sold me a set for $11 plus shipping. When I went to...
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    Help mounting soft top on my LJ

    I'm trying to mount the soft top on mu LJ. I bought it with the hard top installed, and the soft top hardware thrown into a box. The videos I've watch start with the frame installed. Once I get my frame installed, the remainder of the install looks pretty straight forward. I have the...
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    Read the Instructions, Doh

    I've spent the last few weeks, during the evenings, and most weekend days, cleaning and painting the frame of my LJ. I even dropped the gas tank skid and sand blasted the nooks and crannies, along with wire wheeling the large flat areas to bare metal. The PO used a lot of rubberized...
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    Anyone Try Fender Flare Spacers?

    I took my fender flares off the do some maintenance on my Jeep, and noticed a lot of dirt and grit between the flares and the fenders. I was thinking about using 1/8" nylon washers to space the flares out a little, so I can wash/flush out future dirt. Anybody ever try this? Crazy idea?
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    Crazy Idea for Roof Rack?

    I have all the hardware to mount a Yakima roof rack to my LJ hard top, but was wondering how to carry a canoe or kayak when the hard top is removed. Yakima makes "artificial rain gutters " which are brackets that bolt to a truck cap or jeep hardtop. Has anyone ever welded or bolted a roof rack...
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    TJ doesn't engage in 4 Hi and no 4WD dash light

    I drove my jeep today for the first time in several weeks. I tried to use 4W Hi and it did not engage. It did engage in 4W Lo, but in either there was no light on the dash indicating it was in 4W. It worked before. I plan to check my transfer case linkage, but was wondering if the linkage...
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    Stereo Equipment For Sale

    I'm selling some stereo equipment that was originally installed in my 2005 Wrangler If my prices are too high, feel free to make an offer. OEM AM/FM CD head unit $20 + shipping OEM CD disc changer and cable, cable is long enough to mount the unit in the rear of your tub $20+ shipping...
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    Hard Top Liner

    I've read several recent threads about adding sound deadening material in the floor and walls of the tub. Has anyone ever installed some type of liner in their hardtop? If so, how did it hold up, and what material do you recommend?