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The options were to weld a nut to it and extract or cut a slit across it and try to use a flat head screwdriver. I hope he was able to remove it. Drilling out the head is only possible with high end metal drill bits.
Ah true...I was thinking drilling through the leftover torx bit may not be too bad, since it was soft enough to break off in the screw. Cutting a slit and using a flathead screwdriver could work well too.

Oh, I forgot to add in my post, I actually did some maintenance today on my JL! Rotated the tires and put in a new cabin filter and new air filter. The cabin filter was black, glad I changed it out. I ran out of daylight to do my oil change, so I'll do it tomorrow.
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Ah true...I was thinking drilling through the leftover torx bit may not be too bad, since it was soft enough to break off in the screw. Cutting a slit and using a flathead screwdriver could work well too.

Oh, I forgot to add in my post, I actually did some maintenance today on my JL! Rotated the tires and put in a new cabin filter and new air filter. The cabin filter was black, glad I changed it out. I ran out of daylight to do my oil change, so I'll do it tomorrow.
I always get a new wobble when I rotate! lols

Although that may have something to do with my Ball Joint... hahah
 
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Happy Tuesday Night.

I thought, I would update you all.
I'm still working on the passenger side front long arm kit. Need to cut the upper bracket and do some more grinding. I'm thinkiing I should put on a mouth/nose mask. I snotted some dark sheeit with some blood tonight in the shower. 😲

Im sure if I had a lift, it would be much quicker.

Thats all I have for tonight.

Thanks for stopping by.

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Yeah, definitely cover your nose/mouth, especially since all the sheeeit is falling right in your face. Keep plugging away at it, you'll git 'er done! How much of a PITA is the rear? Same process?
 
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Yeah, definitely cover your nose/mouth, especially since all the sheeeit is falling right in your face. Keep plugging away at it, you'll git 'er done! How much of a PITA is the rear? Same process?
The back should be the same but add in pulling the D44 axle out first and attaching the longer arms to the new 60 rear axle. Fun Fun. 😁
 

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Happy Wednesday night.
I am done grinding and cleaning up the front end. Old brackets are off, drilled the 1/2 in holes and rattle canned a coat of paint.

I will go out after a late dinner and put on the upper bracket and install the new arms.

It wasnt too bad. I ended up getting a full-face shield and letting the sparks fly. LOL

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FAD Failed, Opened up, Broken plastic pieces, Ordering RCV Joints with FAD I believe. Just want to pull the front diff cover 1st and investigate a little more before dropping $1500
This is the only thing that is plastic in the FAD housing.

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Happy Thursday Night.

I have the front end buttoned up. I need to secure the gas tank in order to take her on a spin tomorrow.

I had the same problem as @DonBucket with the brake rotor retaining screw. I was able to remove the broken torx, and drill out the screw.

Thats all I have. Enjoy the pics and thanks for stopping by.

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Happy Friday, Folks. Its a cold one today. Single digits tonight.

After much discussion with the local Jeep club, I drove out to Lebanon, PA and picked up an 18ft 15K GVWR tilt Skid Steer trailer. (They are lower to the ground)
I fired up the propane heater in the garage and will head out there to secure the gas tank after some dinner. Hopefully, I'll be able to take the Jeep out for a ride tomorrow. May put her up on the trailer too. 😁. Need to get some tie down straps.

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Does it have tie down points? I had to fab some for my 18' car hauler.
I can upload a few photos if you need ideas. Mine worked out great.
There are spots. Thanks.
By all means, post pics for the group. 😁
 
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Happy Saturday, Folks.
It was a cold one today.
I took the Jeep out for a drive. She did fine at Highway speeds. The "service 4wd" light came on at startup. I'm gonna clear it with the Tazer and see if it comes back.
I was getting antsy about not getting my rockers on time and wanted to cancel, but Cavfab insisted they will go out next week.
Have a great night and thanks for stopping by.

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Happy Saturday, Folks.
It was a cold one today.
I took the Jeep out for a drive. She did fine at Highway speeds. The "service 4wd" light came on at startup. I'm gonna clear it with the Tazer and see if it comes back.
I was getting antsy about not getting my rockers on time and wanted to cancel, but Cavfab insisted they will go out next week.
Have a great night and thanks for stopping by.

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Building one right beast of a machine.

The long arms look great, but even with just the front, how are your impressions of the ride changes?
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