Must do MODS for first time owner

[Dusty Dude]

You know you can buy that film in a roll, cut it to size and use it all else ware. I bought the first roll a few years back, I want to say it was 6" x 9 yards. I have used it on many cars and trucks, on door jambs, behind door handles and along the front edge of the hood

I bought the roll too for the door sills. It was mentioned in an old thread that the factory and aftermarket door sills would compromise the door seal and let water in when in deeper water crossings.

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[Atomic-Mouse]

Any brand recommendations for a tire plug kit?

I use this kit because it has all metal tools, I have broke several other brands that use plastic handles. One plastic handle broke and the steel shaft of the plug tool stabbed a couple inches into my wrist. Metal handles from here on out.
https://www.amazon.com/BETOOLL-Repa...M9QDG8R&psc=1&ref_=pd_basp_m_rpt_ba_s_1_pr_sc
I use these plugs for refills in my kits.
https://www.amazon.com/Bell-Automot...sprefix=monkey+grip+tire+plugs,aps,146&sr=8-3

 

[RTS]

Any significance to the serial number you chose for the hood?

Most Jeeps in WW2 started with 2, then had 6 or 7 digits. So the 05-30-03, after the 2 on my hood, is my daughter’s birthday

 

[kah.mun.rah]

Most Jeeps in WW2 started with 2, then had 6 or 7 digits. So the 05-30-03, after the 2 on my hood, is my daughter’s birthday

That's awesome!! I did something similar but started mine with a 20 and then add the birth months of my relatives that served in (or had a key part in) WWII, April, July, December, and October:

April:

July

December:

October:

 

[Dusty Dude]

I use this kit because it has all metal tools, I have broke several other brands that use plastic handles. One plastic handle broke and the steel shaft of the plug tool stabbed a couple inches into my wrist. Metal handles from here on out.
https://www.amazon.com/BETOOLL-Repa...M9QDG8R&psc=1&ref_=pd_basp_m_rpt_ba_s_1_pr_sc
I use these plugs for refills in my kits.
https://www.amazon.com/Bell-Automotive-22-5-08800-M-Monkey-Tubeless/dp/B003KIWCJG/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?crid=2MYN2C6G2H9IQ&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.E_XErxsIp7TwSsgiCazrgdiatwiI28rZrGS1ZwtzK2EI3-7qGB9krinkop0nxRXJttAISGAzT-n00N1INVuwDcqZEpLf78qF9e0fNUFDrY1VVV926KEdLnnvADbhBBryoiOVIcaA2qFt0WkN85oINs6jLwDiiLq2ZEMWklkLd5y_8zzH3co93goVJ43kcslJPUYZbhQt8OQf9MgQVnjxAA.IY37AD8jAt4WS8bzDZqdzs1HB1ug6vZwOoEGRy7xNAU&dib_tag=se&keywords=monkey+grip+tire+plugs&qid=1759190276&sprefix=monkey+grip+tire+plugs,aps,146&sr=8-3

Thanks for the links. It definitely looks like a quality kit. Ordered one right away.

 

[yokramer]

I went with the Black Jack tire repair kit cause they are what I used for years when working on cars and wanted one to keep in the Jeep

https://a.co/d/aGMqwow

 

[RTS]

That's awesome!! I did something similar but started mine with a 20 and then add the birth months of my relatives that served in (or had a key part in) WWII, April, July, December, and October:

April:

July

December:

October:

Wow, that’s a neat idea. Wait….. Barney Roos is your relative???

 

[kah.mun.rah]

Wow, that’s a neat idea. Wait….. Barney Roos is your relative???

Yep. Good eye! https://www.jlwranglerforums.com/fo...rship-history-whats-yours.118190/post-2468242

 

[GabeBoyTheGreat]

I have these and they are nice but don't close them on your leg (ouch) and if you have a 2 door like me make sure you always slide the seat back!

I got the "slim" style so I don't have those issues.

 

[GRXKen]

I got the "slim" style so I don't have those issues.

Good to know, I didn't know they had a slim but I really wanted them for the extra bottle space so for me its a minor issue.

 

[WillysMeow]

I skimmed through 8 pages but didn’t see anyone suggest an air compressor (hard mount or portable) and I tire plug kit.

I've used Safety Seal tire plugs for decades and they have held through some amazin on and offroad situations, highly recommended and made in USA!
https://safetyseal.com/product/kap60/

My cheap portable tire inflater finally died and I'm shopping for a better one now.

 

[Hohertz]

Lastly a stop/start eliminator from Amazon.

Can you recommend which one you bought from Amazon?

 

[Blues Fan 30]

Can you recommend which one you bought from Amazon?

This is what weve got in both our Jeeps. It RARELY will lose memory and you just press the button again and it'll be fine. Overall really happy with it. https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0BX5ZVXBK?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

 

[jurko]

First-day (and second-day) mods for my 2-door JL Sport:

-Removed rear seat (took it out in 2021 when I bought the JL, haven't used it since!)
-Bolt hood lock
-MOPAR key-matched gas cap lock
-JT style grille inserts (MOPAR)
-Screen protector (Amazon)
-Rough Country seat covers
-Bulletpoint dash-mounted phone holder
-Weathertech floor liners
-3M protective film for door hinges
-RokBlokz mud flaps
-Rough Country rear tonneau cover

A little later I also installed an Antirock front swaybar, which is the best mod of all!

Could you share a link to the Antirock front swaybar? Thanks.

 

[flyer92]

Could you share a link to the Antirock front swaybar? Thanks.

Here you go: Antirock Swaybars for JL

Given my use case, I only needed the front swaybar kit, but they do offer front and rear options. All of their swaybars are excellent, but I'd recommend purchasing a kit with steel arms, as I've heard that the aluminum arms require occasional retorquing. Yes, they are a little pricey compared to QD links, but I like the form factor much better and I never have to do anything when going off road and back on again. This is more reliable than the Rubi's push-button swaybar disconnect too, as it requires no electrical activation. Enjoy and happy Jeepin'!

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