What did you do TO your Jeep JL today?

[Headbarcode]

Did a ceramic coat reload before winter! Didn’t discover any major paint issues. Got our son out to do his TJ as well. Good boy! @BbyGrlJJ
#JeepFam

Now that's curb appeal!

 

[oceanblue2019]

Did a ceramic coat reload before winter! Didn’t discover any major paint issues. Got our son out to do his TJ as well. Good boy! @BbyGrlJJ
#JeepFam

Looks great! What lights are those on the Mojito?

 

[drvn]

Gas cap holder
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005MN2QHK?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

 

[MMalone]

Where did you acquire the Beach Rated badge?

Etsy, will look for link for you

 

[MMalone]

Etsy, will look for link for you

https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheJesterGraphics?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=735520490

 

[Barely Krawlified]

I got up early this morning and was fairly productive in the garage. Got four things done before noon that had been on my to-do list:

1. Install locking fuel door

Picked up one of the ones listed on Amazon with good reviews (JeCar I think is the brand). It was around $40 or so and appears to be pretty soild. Anyway, you will need to remove the driver-side rear taillight to complete this mod but it was no problem and went back together just as easily. I followed the YouTube video posted by Quadratec and it worked like a charm. Removal of the old gasket and fuel door was simple as well. Installation of the new door and gasket was similarly straight forward.

Listen, I’m not naive in thinking this setup will actually stop a determined thief. It’ll just make him/her have to work a tiny bit more. I’ve also got a Bolt hood lock (highly recommend—it’s been flawless and was fun to install) so figured why not. I replaced the stock fuel cap with a locking one shortly after purchase last year. I’m thinking of keeping both the locking door and locking cap.

2. Removal of K&N Reusable Air filter/Installation of Wix WA10841 Air filter:

Pretty straight forward here. [Banned Site] posted a Youtube video on this and I followed it step by step. Easy peazy. The reason for the change was due to the Project Farm Youtube series where he tests various air filters including both the K&N and Wix among others. I’m going for engine longevity (I’ve got the 3.6, 8A) and Wix scored well on ProjectFarm’s tests. It’s not the most scientific analysis but hey the guy puts a lot of work in and is independent so I’m good with it...

3. Replace Engine Oil and Oil Filter:

Due to the air filter change I also went ahead and changed the engine oil again. I had Pennzoil Ultra Platinum 0W20 with only about 500 miles or so on it but I was looking for another reason to continue wrenching and so I did.

I went with Valvoline Advanced Full Synthetic 0W20 and a Mopar MO-349 Filter. This jug of Valvoline is my Jeep’s first taste of the new industry standard ISLAC GF-6A motor oil as the PUP it replaced was a GF-5. I’m sure it’ll make no difference but the Valvoline has the MS-6395 certification and the price was right on it. More importantly, it kept me under the Jeep and its hood for a bit longer.

4. Added fuel treatment and filled up with Shell Nitro V-Power 91

I bought some Gumout All-in-one fuel additive a while back and add a bottle right before and right after an oil change.

It treats up to 35 gallons of fuel and my fill-up this morning was just a touch over 16 gallons. As a result one bottle is pretty concentrated. It’s worked without incident every time I’ve used it but I would be lying if I said I’ve noticed any difference performance or fuel economy wise because of it.

Finally, after I added the fuel treatment, I filled up my tank with Shell Nitro V-Power 91. Yes, my 3.6 doesn’t exactly need 91 octane gas but it doesn’t knock when I run it and it does (particularly in hot weather) when I don’t. I only buy gas at name-brand establishments with Top-Tier gas but Shell and Chevron (I’m on the west coast) are my favorites.

 

[Roky]

Thanks to whoever posted about the cabin filter, I knew it had one, I didn’t know how often to change it...... This is a little over 10k , but I’ll be changing it more often as we’re out in the woods about every weekend.....

 

[oceanblue2019]

Thanks to whoever posted about the cabin filter, I knew it had one, I didn’t know how often to change it...... This is a little over 10k , but I’ll be changing it more often as we’re out in the woods about every weekend.....

Dude with the doors and roof off not so sure it's going to protect you

 

[cosine]

Thanks to whoever posted about the cabin filter, I knew it had one, I didn’t know how often to change it...... This is a little over 10k , but I’ll be changing it more often as we’re out in the woods about every weekend.....

hummm. i'm at 11k miles. maybe i should check mind. but then again, you've done more wheeling than me. where did you get your filter.

 

[OnlyOne]

Clay and ceramic coat before winter. I have been neglecting it.

 

[btaylor769]

Mocked up my storage shelf the the back of the JLU. Will try it out on an upcoming trip, and then will make the necessary adjustments and final product. The final product will be rhino lined.

 

[Roky]

hummm. i'm at 11k miles. maybe i should check mind. but then again, you've done more wheeling than me. where did you get your filter.

Got it on the amazon, was 17.00 ish . I might get the washable one next. They’re pricey but will eventually be worth it.......

 

[cosine]

Got it on the amazon, was 17.00 ish . I might get the washable one next. They’re pricey but will eventually be worth it.......

i can see the k&n filters would be a better deal since you are in a environment that will clog up the filter in a short time. i'll have to look at mine and see how much crap have been collected up.

 

[JO DYRT]

Added these little key hole covers. I’m giving them a try over painting the key holes black which I’m still up in the air about.

You can paint them your body color as well to look like mine, more stealth!

 

[MYAMIA]

Details on

Replaced my stock gas cap with a new locking cap.

Want to sell the take off?