The JT TRPR

[Anderson]

Back to “build” subjects.

The factory steel rubicon bumper is designed to house a winch. MOPAR specifically uses Warn winches in their design for their bumpers. So, naturally, I purchased the MOPAR winch plate kit.

The instructions are kinda crap. I understand they have to accommodate all bumper models in their instructions, but damn if they aren’t a pain to dissect. And, it doesn’t help that the winch plate is designed to accommodate an 8k winch form factor. Of course, I have a 10k.

The fit is SUPER tight. I actually had to remove the grill to “find” that extra mm. The down side to the extra girth of the 10k is that I now have to trim the bumper so my engage/freespool lever can clear. I’ve left it engaged for now as I haven’t had time to trim the bumper.

Pictures of installed winch.

I totally recognize that I could have offset the winch, as there are holes provided to do so, but that would look “off” to me. So my struggle is really my own on this. I plan on posting a photo of the trim once performed.

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[Free2roam]

New injectors
New pump
New fuel rails
New fuel lines
New filter

This paperwork doesn’t show labor and parts cost. However, I did look at the dealer paperwork that showed their cost. Oh my.

I had them change the oil and filter while it was there( died on June 27th and received it back on August 3rd). They had my truck a total of 38 days.

I did receive the truck back with it still throwing a code. That code is most likely due to my AFE intake. I plan on uninstalling that intake tomorrow anyways as I have ordered the AEV dorkel. Hopefully, fingers crossed, reverting back to the stock intake will eliminate that last code. If it doesn’t, I’m sure the dealership will resolve it for me.

Overall, my dealership experience has been pretty good. My service advisor( Charles at Walnut Creek Jeep) was excellent and kept me in the loop for all the important developments. I would highly recommend him.

As for having the truck back, I am happy with it. it’s too early to tell if the performance has changed in anyway. I can only hope that they resolve the recall soon and that I don’t have to post anything about it otherwise from here on out.

When mine blew. I was able to snap a picture of the actual cost of replacement. I'll see if I can find it!

 

[Free2roam]

When mine blew. I was able to snap a picture of the actual cost of replacement. I'll see if I can find it!

Found it!

 

[MattK]

Back to “build” subjects..

The fit is SUPER tight. I actually had to remove the grill to “find” that extra mm. The down side to the extra girth of the 10k is that I now have to trim the bumper so my engage/freespool lever can clear. I’ve left it engaged for now as I haven’t had time to trim the bumper.

Pictures of installed winch.

Warn has a service part to shorten the throw on the clutch handle specifically for the Mopar bumper I remember reading about. It makes it so the throw is only 90 degrees instead of 180 degrees.

 

[Anderson]

Warn has a service part to shorten the throw on the clutch handle specifically for the Mopar bumper I remember reading about. It makes it so the throw is only 90 degrees instead of 180 degrees.

Now that’s a solid tip! I’ll start digging for a part number. Thanks!

 

[Anderson]

Had the Jeep back now for a bit and have put just shy of 5k on her. A check engine light came on this past Thursday. Considering these two weeks are the busiest of the year for me work wise and then the next month is jam packed with family birthdays and an annual Aulani trip, I am not sure when I’ll address the CEL. Tomorrow, I’ll at least identify the code.
Hopefully it isn’t related to the HPFP.

On another note, I had to certify for smog last month. I took off the AFE intake and noticed a slight decrease in throttle response. Kind of bummed about it, but I plan on putting on a dorkel later on this year. So, the AFE intake will stay off the truck. I hope the AEV dorkel returns some of the throttle response.

 

[grandsrus]

Warn has a service part to shorten the throw on the clutch handle specifically for the Mopar bumper I remember reading about. It makes it so the throw is only 90 degrees instead of 180 degrees.

DO NOT CUT THE BUMPER. Rotate the handle or get the shorter handle.

 

[Anderson]

DO NOT CUT THE BUMPER. Rotate the handle or get the shorter handle.

I’ll take your “demand” into consideration…

in other news, the Gladiator has sprung another CEL. This one has a TSB associated. So, back to the dealership for service.

 

[grandsrus]

I’ll take your “demand” into consideration…

in other news, the Gladiator has sprung another CEL. This one has a TSB associated. So, back to the dealership for service.

Just trying to help.

 

[Anderson]

Back to build stuff.

Last week I replaced the batteries due to an error on my part. The error was leaving the inverter on overnight for two days. I had shown a customer my electrical setup and forgotten to turn the inverter off. I had a battery charging in the Milwaukee multi charger and it drained my batteries dead dead. Yes, I have a 2000watt pure sine inverter installed in my bed. I also have a 7gallon potable water storage and delivery system as well as a hard mounted Viair compressor and tank(it’s not hooked up still because I am on the fence wether or not to add in the secondary pump).

A few days ago I replaced like for like tires due to hitting the wear bars. The Goodyear Duratrac tire has treated me and my adventures well, especially in the snow. I wanted to go up to 37’s, but time and indecision prevented me from doing so. I really would like to have a taller tire, but at the same time I have to remind myself this is the “work” truck.

Regarding the HPFP; I have the recall pump on order with my dealership and it will get replaced when they have it onsite. I haven’t had any issues with the replacement pump since getting it back from the dealership, but it feels like a ticking clock to me. Eventually it will come around to midnight again…

Pics of bed stuff for interest:

 

[Anderson]

I diy’ed my own rear seat delete.



happy to answer any questions and open to constructive criticism.

 

[Anderson]

Oh, the woes of inadequate engineering…

The factory fuel filter housing is flawed in a very fundamental way. By using a plastic housing w/ o-ring seal, you can introduce too tight of a seal, even while torquing to spec. The plastic boss that passes as a bolt head will easily disintegrate on a hot day. My solution required a full replacement. I could not find a tutorial or a write up anywhere that described or photographed the removal procedure(granted, my google fu sucks). This was my attempt at helping others.

 

[RudeJeepin]

Oh, the woes of inadequate engineering…

The factory fuel filter housing is flawed in a very fundamental way. By using a plastic housing w/ o-ring seal, you can introduce too tight of a seal, even while torquing to spec. The plastic boss that passes as a bolt head will easily disintegrate on a hot day. My solution required a full replacement.

I bet a strap wrench or a metal filter wrench would take that cap off the old housing no problem.
Just an FYI, make sure you put fresh oil on the O-ring before installing the new filter.

 

[Anderson]

I’ve tried a two jaw metal plier set for diesel filter housings. Didn’t work. I’ve tried two different type of strap based wrenches. Don’t work. Granted, I was trying to ensure that I wouldn’t break the entire housing. So, I’m sure I could have applied more breaking force at a much higher risk of catastrophic failure.

I prepped the o-ring with oil after every filter change. I probably should have stated my previous career in Heavy industry diesel operating plants and drive systems. This is cheap and fast engineering at its finest…

 

[Anderson]

More fiddle faddle updates on the truck. I’ve applied an appliqué to the door frames to “stretch” the window frame appearance. I’ve done this to the last three pickups I’ve owned. I like the look of it.

This past holiday season I was lucky enough to score a nice deal on a new set of wheels. The Method 703’s in bronze compliment the black and white theme of the truck. I’ve had them on for about 4 months now and still not sold on the offset. They make the truck width a bit wider and I can definitely feel it in the steering. The upside is they will go well with the new tires incoming soon. Since this truck will get retired from service soon and become a toy, I decided to finally go for the 37’s I’ve been wanting. The new tires will go well with the wheels.

Over the past month I’ve been slowly accruing major service parts for the truck. Most of the parts are for suspension and steering due to mileage(122k). I still haven’t decided which ball joints to buy. I like the Terflex units and their price isn’t soo bad. I have new tie rod ends that are stock. I just replaced the shitty Fox MOPAR lift shocks with some Bilsteins. The Bilsteins are remote reservoir and are light years ahead in performance over those shitty Fox shocks.

Anyone have any recommendations on aftermarket balljoints?

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