What did you do TO your Jeep JL today?

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Not sure if this is so much what I did to my JL, as much as it is what I did FOR my JL.

I built a shelf with my Dad so I could have enough storage to park my Jeep in the garage this winter. It might give you guys some storage ideas for your garage if you're married with kids like me.

 

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It is what have you done TODAY. You have done this months ago and have posted no less than 10 times. I assume you work for or own the company. Nice top but I think we have all seen this enough. Sorry did not mean to be mean and maybe I should have just scrolled past it. That is my 2021 New Years resolution ;)

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Can you clarify, please? Is the polarity reversed on the Metras that you received? Or is it the factory harness that requires an accommodation? Just want to know in case I need to deal with the same.
Correct, polarity on the Metra harness is reversed. I think the majority of the people on here have found the same.
 

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Did a few things to "The General" this week.

BEFORE:
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This is the baseline pic. As it sits here it had the Rock Krawler X-Limits, X-Factor, X-Rated, X-Ray, X-Limits whatever the hell they call it, 3.5" suspension. I really liked most of the kit especially the control arms but i didn't get the full 3.5" out of it. I suspect it's because my jeep is heavy because my wife weighs abut 350 dressed out, and the springs are a little soft. It drove well, but a little squishy for me. It also did not sit level, but that's probably because of my morbidly obese wife.

This pic is right after we installed the ARB rear locker and axles in the rear. Why i had to do that is not important to the story. But I've been pretty impressed with it and the 35 spline axles I got from Dutchman Axles. Good stuff.

Also relevant, in this pic I've got 37" Patys (well worn) on true bead locks from DV8 that I've had for about a year. These turned out to be a mistake for a few reasons. The beads are great when you're on the trail but replacing tires was a huge PITA. There was only one shop around me that would mount tires on beads and they charge $350. I get tires about once a year so that adds up. Secondly, shortly after this pic i got a new set of Patys (3rd total set I've purchased). These would not balance. The other 2 sets barely balanced, but these would not. I took them to a couple different places but no joy. I also tried balancing beads but that helped only marginally. The guarantee at Discount Tire allowed me to return the tires but they would not remove the old ones or mount the new ones. So it was going to cost me another $350. Damnit. I finally got them to agree to let me pull the bead locks in their shop with my impact and then they could dismount the defective tires. At the end of the day the juice just isn't worth the squeeze for the kind of wheeling and the amount of driving i do.

AFTER:
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In the After pics i have replaced the Rock Krawler springs with Superlift springs. These are still dual rate 3.5" lift springs but they were about 2 inches longer than the RK springs. They are also a little stiffer, which i enjoy (that's what she said). And i got another two inches of height out of these. My jeep is now completely level and taller than all my friends jeeps, so I'm a happy camper.

Most noticeably I have different wheels and tires. I bought some Icon bronze rims from Northrigde on black friday. They were $183 (or buy 4 get the 5th free)each, so without having to pay $350 to mount the beads i got them about 1/2 off total. I was nervous about the bronze but i dig it now that they're on.

I also decided to go back to Nitto Trail Grapplers, the Patys just left a bad taste in my mouth. I've run NTGs for years and they are loud and heavy but they flat out perform in mud and look cooler. (PSA- These tires have negatively effected my fuel mileage but about 1.5 MPG. So if you're shopping tires, the struggle is real with these heavy bastards)

These tires are really heavy, much heavier than Patys. (I think its the big ass lugs.) So much so, that the 4.88 gearing seems inadequate now. I didn't think different brand tires that are the same size could make that big of a difference. That's just a heads up for people that are working on these projects on their own Jeeps.

Jeeps make you poor.
I texted your lovely wife about the 350 pound comment. It's been nice knowin ya bud! :giggle:
 

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My jeep is now completely level and taller than all my friends jeeps, so I'm a happy camper.
But the mostest important thing, is it taller now than your wife's jeep? The wheels look great. Definitely a change for the better.

Later,
Johnny
 

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Did a few things to "The General" this week.

BEFORE:
1606914900527.jpeg

This is the baseline pic. As it sits here it had the Rock Krawler X-Limits, X-Factor, X-Rated, X-Ray, X-Limits whatever the hell they call it, 3.5" suspension. I really liked most of the kit especially the control arms but i didn't get the full 3.5" out of it. I suspect it's because my jeep is heavy because my wife weighs abut 350 dressed out, and the springs are a little soft. It drove well, but a little squishy for me. It also did not sit level, but that's probably because of my morbidly obese wife.

This pic is right after we installed the ARB rear locker and axles in the rear. Why i had to do that is not important to the story. But I've been pretty impressed with it and the 35 spline axles I got from Dutchman Axles. Good stuff.

Also relevant, in this pic I've got 37" Patys (well worn) on true bead locks from DV8 that I've had for about a year. These turned out to be a mistake for a few reasons. The beads are great when you're on the trail but replacing tires was a huge PITA. There was only one shop around me that would mount tires on beads and they charge $350. I get tires about once a year so that adds up. Secondly, shortly after this pic i got a new set of Patys (3rd total set I've purchased). These would not balance. The other 2 sets barely balanced, but these would not. I took them to a couple different places but no joy. I also tried balancing beads but that helped only marginally. The guarantee at Discount Tire allowed me to return the tires but they would not remove the old ones or mount the new ones. So it was going to cost me another $350. Damnit. I finally got them to agree to let me pull the bead locks in their shop with my impact and then they could dismount the defective tires. At the end of the day the juice just isn't worth the squeeze for the kind of wheeling and the amount of driving i do.

AFTER:
1606915389048.jpeg


1606915416248.jpeg


In the After pics i have replaced the Rock Krawler springs with Superlift springs. These are still dual rate 3.5" lift springs but they were about 2 inches longer than the RK springs. They are also a little stiffer, which i enjoy (that's what she said). And i got another two inches of height out of these. My jeep is now completely level and taller than all my friends jeeps, so I'm a happy camper.

Most noticeably I have different wheels and tires. I bought some Icon bronze rims from Northrigde on black friday. They were $183 (or buy 4 get the 5th free)each, so without having to pay $350 to mount the beads i got them about 1/2 off total. I was nervous about the bronze but i dig it now that they're on.

I also decided to go back to Nitto Trail Grapplers, the Patys just left a bad taste in my mouth. I've run NTGs for years and they are loud and heavy but they flat out perform in mud and look cooler. (PSA- These tires have negatively effected my fuel mileage but about 1.5 MPG. So if you're shopping tires, the struggle is real with these heavy bastards)

These tires are really heavy, much heavier than Patys. (I think its the big ass lugs.) So much so, that the 4.88 gearing seems inadequate now. I didn't think different brand tires that are the same size could make that big of a difference. That's just a heads up for people that are working on these projects on their own Jeeps.

Jeeps make you poor.
You guys must get to smoke the good stuff up there, there’s almost no different in ride height in those pics, lol. The pats are closer to actual 37, while the nittos run 1-1/2” smaller than true 37, maybe that’s the difference your seeing? And I’ve seen your wife, she’s closer to 35 lbs than 350.lol.
All kidding aside..... rigs looking great!
 
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Ordered Bestop Sundrider for the hardtop. $100 rebate for Black Friday!
So... got an email today from Bestop that my order was cancelled due to product availability. HUH? No back order? I guess they didn't want me to have that $100 rebate. :mad:

So TODAY I will look at other options for my Jeep ... maybe a full soft top 🤷‍♀️
 

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It is what have you done TODAY. You have done this months ago and have posted no less than 10 times. I assume you work for or own the company. Nice top but I think we have all seen this enough. Sorry did not mean to be mean and maybe I should have just scrolled past it. That is my 2021 New Years resolution ;)
You’re a special kind of stupid. Show me where I already installed a 10” android radio 10 months ago on my 3 MONTH old JL
 

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But the mostest important thing, is it taller now than your wife's jeep? The wheels look great. Definitely a change for the better.

Later,
Johnny
There lies a huge problem. When i drove to my buddies house to put the springs on she told me not to come home if my jeep was taller than hers. It's now 1/2" taller than hers. But i've been lying to her and not parking close to her Jeep. I'll see how long it takes for her to figure it out and then I'll deal with the consequences. lol
 

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I installed a D ring shackle in the receiver hitch as a placeholder (I've asked Santa to consider placing this under the tree.)

After that exhausting labor, I took a nap. You guys that install lifts in your garage must need a week off from work to recover. :whew: ;)

Jeep Wrangler JL What did you do TO your Jeep JL today? D shackle



I'm liking the ample clearance over the Harbor Freight motorcycle lift table, too. The previous garage occupant, a Honda Ridgeline, just fit. The lift table had to stay; my lower back sings Hosannas every time I use it.
 

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You’re a special kind of stupid. Show me where I already installed a 10” android radio 10 months ago on my 3 MONTH old JL
Hmmm. I see a pic of your convertible top you have posted a ton and 3 10 second audio files that explains nothing. Stupid....... yeah I guess but at least I can post a video and/or tell people what I have done to my Jeep today.
 
 
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