What’s worn out faster than you expected?

[ExoShield]

4x4 system wiring harness... Had it fixed at 25k miles, and now its acting up again at 60K miles. Debating if I bring it back to the dealership (out of warranty) or inspect and repair it myself.

That’s a tough one, especially if it’s the same issue coming back.

At that point I’d be tempted to at least take a look myself first before going the dealership route. Do you know where the failure point was last time?

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[ExoShield]

First on the Jeep. (But just replaced another on our Class B. Based on a Ford Transit van, it has the similar brick-like aerodynamics . . .)

Yeah that makes sense. The more upright the windshield, the more it just seems to catch everything.

Sounds like you’ve had a good run overall though. Hopefully this one lasts a bit longer.

If it does start becoming a pattern, there are protection films out there that can help take the hit instead of the glass.

 

[ExoShield]

So far yes. Also purchased the extended warranty just in case, as I hope to have the truck for a long time.

That’s a smart move if you’re planning to keep it long term.

Glad to hear they’ve been holding up better since and hopefully that trend continues.

 

[Alaska-HWY JK]

Rear locker sensor and shocks.

 

[Wageslave]

Steering stabilizer - got the death wobbles 25 miles from the warranty expiring. I did get it replaced with no issues though, but I fear this one won't live much longer than the last one.

 

[Wheelin98TJ]

Oh that’s a pretty early hit on the transmission… especially at 21k.

And sounds like once it got past warranty, a bunch of the smaller stuff started stacking up too

Hopefully it’s been a bit calmer lately?

Yea, a little calmer, though I just discovered the passenger door lock not working the other day when I was installing door pockets to replace the worn out nets.

Hopefully a few of my issues can be resolved by inspecting the wire harnesses and plugs for the doors.

 

[JTdiRtyD]

That’s a tough one, especially if it’s the same issue coming back.

At that point I’d be tempted to at least take a look myself first before going the dealership route. Do you know where the failure point was last time?

Theres a star case regarding zip ties being too tight in some areas and causing breaks in the wiring. I'm not sure which spot was the culprit the first time. Theres also a potential issue with water getting into the FAD connector, which is what I suspect is happening because it only seems to be an issue when it's wet out. I'll probably dig into it myself, just need to find a lift to borrow because I'm sick of laying on concrete floors.

 

[AstroZombie]

Stock drag link was junk and causing death wobble by 30K miles.

I'm on stock size 285 tires

stock is garbage. A am at 60k and now it clicks when i steer and the tire cupping was awful. I had stock 285 and not 35s wearing out way to fast and i do have the wobble.

 

[Janster]

My Mojave Fox shocks were blown at 15K. Replaced under warranty at 19K.

Curious…how do you know when they’re ‘blown’? I have about 15k and sometimes I swear they’re not as soft as they used to be. Not leaking….

 

[SaiintNick]

Curious…how do you know when they’re ‘blown’? I have about 15k and sometimes I swear they’re not as soft as they used to be. Not leaking….

I didn't actually know they were blown, but they squeaked, creaked and rattled. That was enough for me to take it in.

 

[AstroZombie]

the Gladiator Rubicon stock Fox shocks are absolute garbage. lasted less than 30k and teh deal couldn't get me repalcement for over a year and had to replace all 4 with the 'RED' Rubicon shocks now.

The Axle position sensor on the Rubicon wore out due to towing i think. The metal flecks making the fluid conductive shorts the sensor because its not potted.

Those stupid door limiters that go inside the door make a horrendous clicking sound that is not repairable to my knowledge.

Some were lucky to have shitty paint jobs the rusted through.

Leaky rear glass seal for the hard topped ones.

Broken door pin bolts (which they don't uses anymore)

Baby brakes

Aren't the shock pin bolts tapered on some years or the control arm bolts?

 

[Bandit’s Lair]

First on the Jeep. (But just replaced another on our Class B. Based on a Ford Transit van, it has the similar brick-like aerodynamics . . .)

I’ve had to super glue my Transit’s windshield 3 times to prevent running cracks. That windshield is HUGE!!!!!

 

[ExoShield]

Rear locker sensor and shocks.

That’s a tough combo.

Did they go early or after a fair bit of mileage?

 

[ExoShield]

Steering stabilizer - got the death wobbles 25 miles from the warranty expiring. I did get it replaced with no issues though, but I fear this one won't live much longer than the last one.

That’s cutting it close… good timing at least getting it covered.

Hopefully this one lasts a bit longer—still stock or did you go aftermarket?

 

[ExoShield]

Yea, a little calmer, though I just discovered the passenger door lock not working the other day when I was installing door pockets to replace the worn out nets.

Hopefully a few of my issues can be resolved by inspecting the wire harnesses and plugs for the doors.

ah nothing like solving one issue and then another popping up to take it's place.

Hopefully it ends up being something simple once you dig into it.

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