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  1. TIL: Traction control works off-road, even in a Rubicon!

    I've always kept it off because besides being able to direct power to the wheels it governs the throttle, and who wants their throttle governed when you got 500lbft of torque at your disposal. But I hit up my favorite off-road getaway yesterday and an interesting thing happened: If you've...
  2. Apex power steering pump boost alternative.

    Watched a YT vid last night where this fella tow the front end of his jeep apart to replace what looked like the pressure bypass valve in his JL/JT PS pump. He had to disassemble the valve to reuse the factory piston/ seal behind a spring, and the entire process/ assembly reminded me of how...
  3. Uh Oh... Trouble in Paradise.

    Rather timely as a warranty service appointment for a couple other items was just scheduled.
  4. Gladiator has some new competition...

    For the ugliest truck! https://www.motortrend.com/features/ineos-grenadier-quartermaster-jeep-gladiator-off-road-pickup-spec-comparison/?sm_id=organic%3Asm_id%3Afb%3AMT%3Atrueanthem&fbclid=IwAR3hjkDtbxMS1D7n_Z3uoEzruzYF3xdIZMvQbgIAnNXZJsxzDcNEFsE-87E
  5. 40s or towing on factory rubber?

    With factory gears. A lot is made about the strain on the factory drivetrain (and brakes) with the addition of larger tires, but how does it actually compare to towing within ratings? Leaving aside the notion that if one were to drive full time towing or with larger tires they should regear...
  6. Mmmm...

    Yup.
  7. Dudes... Publish your spring specs.

    It helps us consumers tremendously. And let's face it: you're not giving up the recipe to coca cola or KFC chicken, either.
  8. Those running Evo 4.5 or 6.5" coil springs: HD or Plush. Your experience?

    I have a trail running JTRD with Falcon adjustable shocks and (previously) 3.5" lift and 37" KO2s, now 40" Patagonias. I don't overland and usually run solo with <200lbs in the bed. I was happy with the previous setup with the exceptions that: Washboard roads were rough (I attribute that to...
  9. Aluminum wheel refinishing. Best method?

    Going from beautiful onyx AEV Salta XRs to something bronze. Method 703s seems to be very popular but IMO the finish looks like unfinished brass. Other than that there's a lot of good choices out there but none are a satisfactory replacement for what I have in mind. I LOVE my Saltas. They're...
  10. Does anyone make a press in/ out no-drill top -mount factory drag link ball joint?

    Seems like there should be a market for them but me no see them.
  11. Frequent regens? Change your air filter!

    Was down this road last year but forgot so here's a friendly neighborhood PSA if your 3.0 is frequently regenerating and there's no codes, time to change the air filter. Yeah I know, except for the little added filterette, it looks pristine but it will solve the problem. I'm a little surprised...
  12. Hydro dip or paint?

    Not impressed with the current selection of bronze wheels and as much as I love my current ones, I believe the world needs a set of bronze Salta XRs. Manufacturer suggests against powder coating which would be my first choice, and peel paint has some nice finishes but I don't think they will...
  13. Gladiator Sales Slump

    https://www.toledoblade.com/business/automotive/2023/07/09/pricey-jeep-wrangler-hits-rocky-sales-stretch/stories/20230707128?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Facebook&Echobox=1688906242
  14. Going 40s... New concerns...

    I've traded my fear of getting stuck on the trail, to breaking down on the trail, lol. Went from 37 KO2s and a 3.5 lift, to 40" Patagonia M/Ts and 5.5 lift. Factory gears, axles. I feel better about not getting rutted out (been stuck twice; winched myself out both times) but now I'm concerned...
  15. Right grease gun adapter for the job?

    Haven't seen this type of grease fitting before and assumed this adapter was the closest match.
  16. Bronze Wheel Recommendations

    Preferably lightweight. I love my Saltas but the Jeep is getting new tires and I've always liked the bronze on blue. Also mulling the idea of painting them. Has anyone done this? Satisfied with the results?
  17. Dash cover and door panel removal?

    Looking to trade my black leather Rubicon seats for factory tan leather and would also like to trade all the components with red stitching too. Does anyone have a link(s) to removing dash cover, door panels, and steering wheel? Has anyone done this?
  18. Any Independence Day deals?

    Specifically tires and suspension?
  19. 6" Lift Checklist

    Toying with the idea of going from 3.5" lift and 37s to a 6" lift and 40s. Boat people call this "Two Foot itis" but it is what it. There's a little practically involved: Most of my motivation is the look, but some practical aspect are the mudholes on trails which have been mostly rutted by 37"...
  20. Firmest 4.5" gas front coil springs?

    I've had 3.5" Skyjacker gas dual rate coil springs on my diesel to make the suspension a little more dynamic and have tempered it with Falcon adjustable shocks. The ride on and off road has been phenomenal over the past 20+k miles but now it's time to go a little higher with the lift in front...


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