Moab Prep: Whats done/Whats left

[IslanderOffRoad]

Done:
Reservation at Inca Inn
Rock Rails
ZJ Seat Swap
Rear Hitch for Recovery
Fuel Tank skid

Purchased, but not done:
SYE and Driveshaft
97 XJ Brake Booster

Still needed:
Fix A/C (yes I'm a wimp)
T/C Skid
Overhaul Front Axle
Front Locker
UCA's
On Board Air

My list is moving slowly but surely

What do you all have left?

[JohnX]

Done:
Reservations at Slickrock
XJ
Truck
Fuel supply (snickering privately)

To do:
Dual T cases for MJ and get shafts made
Buy food
Decide which jeep to take
Fill propane in Camper
Load up and head out.

I should be ready in time.

[IntrepidXJ]

I'm ready to go....hell, I'll probably wheel around Moab a few more times before the event :D

[Jump This]

I wanted to be able to wheel around Moab with my doors on. The only way that will happen is if I cut a junker up and graft it on to what I have left.

It could happen....

[johnnyc]

Decide which jeep to take


If it's done, bring the MJ!

I'm ready to go. Nothing to do except for any possible damage that might happen on the Rubicon in two weeks.

[Jump This]

If it's done, bring the MJ!

I'm ready to go. Nothing to do except for any possible damage that might happen on the Rubicon in two weeks.


Yeah, and you have a great record for returning from there without damage....oh wait......nevermind.

:D

[stewie]

3 core radiator- DONE
rear disk brakes- DONE
rear bumper tire carrier (stock)- DONE
install shackles and coil spacers
33" tires
SYE
rebuild a front ds for the rear after sye and another for trail spare
KJ Ebrake cables- DONE
replace ac condesor, lines and recharge the system
fab up gas tank skid
buy and install new cb antenea
weld on new axle end LCA brackets
drain and fill AW4
upgrade offroad lights to 100W H3 bulbs- DONE
tnt rock sliders
GPS
winch bumper and winch
ford taurus fan
hood vents
39 tooth speedo gear- DONE
f/r bumpstops
fix up my tent trailer
BUY BEER!!!!!

[jmaxj]

I'm ready to go....hell, I'll probably wheel around Moab a few more times before the event :D
x2 except i don't have to find a place to camp:D

[johnnyc]

Yeah, and you have a great record for returning from there without damage....oh wait......nevermind.

:D

Only difference now is I have a backup Jeep in the garage. ;)

[ladywolf]

get back to the US

drive to Cali

drive to Moab





HAVE ONE HELLUVA GOOD TIME!!!:D

[RangerRick]

Repair all that I'll break between now and then.

[Matt S.]

Damn... lets see.


Bum a jeep off someone for a week.
Bum a tow rig and trailer for a week.
Convince someone to let me stay in thier hotel on wheels for a week.
Convince everyone else that I am not a slacker and moocher.

Have the best damn week in all of 08'!

[exoedxj]

To Do:
Test Jeep - This will be done this weekend (Billings on Sunday)
Talk Wife into it - This may take longer then the test
Aks Father-in-law for Room - This will be easier then testing the Jeep this weekend.
Pack
Register
Blah, Blah, Blah

[Kejtar]

get back to the US

drive to Cali

hitch a ride to Moab





HAVE ONE HELLUVA GOOD TIME!!!:D
Corrected ;)

Anyways, what I gotta do is get my front axle straightened out and steering fixed up. Otherwise then that I think that everything else is good.

[Jump This]

Its wayyyy to early for me to even think about what will need to be done.
Everything works fine right now....
but I will continue to wheel up right up to the point of loading up
for the trip to Moab.
So, at this point, who knows?
:dunno:

[Mdub]

First of all, I need to sober up.

That's no small task...

1:06am

[Mdub]

First of all, I need to sober up.

That's no small task...

1:06am

Okay Sober now.

Now to the list of what (if by a miracle of God some money falls into my lap) I'd like to get done by Oct.

Thor 4x4 Armor
Cage (D&C or EOR)
RE rear 5.5" springs (currently running 4.5" RC with 1" block)
Fuzzy Dice

[djblade311]

Done:
- reservation for cabin at Slickrock

To do:
- get Deaver to adjust the new rear leafs and mount em.
- fix TREs and fix slop
- buy amsteel winch cable
- install winch
- replace swaybar bushings
- buy h4 housings and install my hids
- replace oil sending unit
- replace rear main seal
- take out a 3rd mortgage for gas to Moab
- buy flight for wife to go to Chicago so I can wheel carefree

[rightseatsis]

Start putting dollars instead of quarters in the jar to pay for gas/diesel.

[DrMoab]

Start putting Benjamin's instead of quarters in the jar to pay for gas/diesel.
fixed. :D

[Israel]

1. Put off figuring out what still needs to be done until the week before. - In process... :D

[WayneXJ]

Paint flames on the Jeep.

[Kejtar]

Paint flames on the Jeep.
I wanna see that!!!!!!!!!!!! :D

[jmaxj]

Paint flames on the Jeep.
no matter what them little ricer boys tell you it won't make your jeep go any faster wayne.

[IslanderOffRoad]

ok, bought a tc skid plate and some axle shafts this week... means i've got all my "level 1, must happen" parts together.

unfortunately the installs will be put off a few months as i'm not near my jeep again until sept.

[KIAKillerXJ]

done:
reservations at Inca Inn
gears
radiator

to do:
stiffeners
f/r bumpers
winch
alloys
rear brakes

[Exxon Valdez Jeep]

Oh, not a whole lot. :rtm:

Done:
reservations at Inca Inn

Need to do:
I need a drivetrain. All the parts are in my room or the shed. :doh: None of it is under the jeep.
D60- 5.13s, Detroit, 35 spline throughout, highsteer
14BFF -5.13s, Detroit, and discs.
Sleeve front half of uni-body
Slap the big rubbers on and drive it to Moab!

See you there! :party:

[Goatman]

I just need to keep mine together, it's ready to go.

Now, if we want to talk about all the things I need to do for the event so the rest of you can have a great time, that's another big list. :D

[tcharon]

no matter what them little ricer boys tell you it won't make your jeep go any faster wayne.
I think mine got faster, I got the flames.
DONE: Slickrock; I installed a new front Ected locker; scavenged parts from front to keep my rear Electrac locking; New Alloy USA front shafts with the XJoints; Replaced my antenna w/ glue; reset the Staun deflators; Balanced w/ Dyna Beads; took apart steering so wheel sets right side up; Sewed cover on new steering wheel; Replaced Bushwacker I smashed on Pritchet w/ Wayne; Mounted a 2nd fire extinguisher; made seperate GPS SD cards for each state; sealed Rancho shock leak;
Stiil: get some of the scratches out from all this Canadian green shit; Repair all I break in MT & Co the next 5 weeks; fix the sunroof leak; get & in my axle limit strap; get beer in Montana.

[Gravesdiggerxj]

1.) CO2
2.) Traction bar (have the material)
3.) install rear locker and gears (have gears, buy locker)
4.) install alloy usa x-joints (have them)
5.) Adjust front bumpstops or relocate windshield wiper reservoir and cut more.
6.) Front limit straps
7.) make frame stiffeners (if I have time)
8.) Keep it together

[exoedxj]

1) Install new Chromo Heims - Front Finished - not sure I need to do the rears just yet.
2) Grind off un-wanted rear/front trackbar mounts - cut off - need a little more grinding - not sure if this is going to be done on not - not really needed.
3) Install new limit straps to the shock mounts rather then chains to little tab mounts - finished and looks good.
4) Get on board air working - finished - lots of little leaks in the cage - not sure this will get fixed at this time - at least I have air.
5) Clean up XJ - Took out about 15lbs of trash/dirt/oil/rugs/carpet - looks a little better but could use more.
6) Fix steering - still needs done - have all the parts - nothing major will have this finished next week.
7) TEST RUN - need to make sure everything is ok before the big trip.

[XJumpmaster]

1- Dig into front diff, and rebuild old ARB
2- Waiting on Terry at Rigid for my front winch bumper
3- Paint or powdercoat said bumper once received
4- Install said bumper
5- Install new Smittybuilt winch
6- Install new towbar system with brake assist
7- Install new lighting for tow system
8- Take for test flight behind RV
9- Fix black water leak on RV

[FordGuy]

I need a new trailer!!!

[Kejtar]

I just found out my schedule for the event might get interesting.....

[Goatman]

I just found out my schedule for the event might get interesting.....


And.....................?

[Kejtar]

And.....................?
Don't worry I'll be there... but I might have to dissapear in the middle and then come back. Airport might be involved....

[exoedxj]

More issues found - more issues fixed.

1) ARB solenoid - Leaking badly - ARB compressor cycling every 10sec - Fixed - Now it cycles about every 1min or so - But I am getting 90 weight back up through the solenoid. I will possibly work on this later.
2) Heat in the engine compartment - New Vents (louvers) arrived yesterday - They will be installed tonight.
3) Hood Pins not fitting correctly - Fixed
4) Tires are way unbalanced - Dynabeads ordered - Will install them once they get here.

[Jump This]

I managed to develop some issues over the weekend..
http://i121.photobucket.com/albums/o220/Jump_bucket/100_3195.jpg

Need a hood....

:D

[Exxon Valdez Jeep]

Somebody was nice enough to make me a list. Guess I should get busy...


Front Dana 60/Front Suspension
v Weld Truss
o Setup for appropriate caster 5*-7*
o Center coil buckets under buckets on XJ using plumb bob
o Lower control arm brackets positioned—take into account u-joint on driver side
v Weld unibody stiffeners
v Front steering box reinforcement plates
v Steering
o Install Hi-steer arms
o Consider modifying current inverted T vs building full crossover
§ Need Tubing, bungs, TRE

o Possible modification of track bar length/mounting height
v Sway Bar Mounts
v Install Gears/Detroit
o Find U-Joint size for front DS
v Breather Hose
v 35 spline inner/outer
o 35 spline Warn lockouts
v Brake overhaul
o New pads
o New rotors/turn old rotors
o Modify XJ stainless flex lines to work with Ford caliper
v Machine hub or H2 rim for clearance
v Install Cover
v Fill with fluids

Rear 14 Bolt/Rear Suspension
v Plate housing
v Install gears/Detroit
o Figure out U Joint Size
v Finish Rear Discs
v Weld UBE/Shock mount
v Plumb brake lines
v Install Cover
v Fill with Fluid
v 63” Chevy Leaves
o Plate Unibody for new mounts
o Build new front/rear mounts
o Build Shackle

o Remount rocker guards
v Traction bar
o Axle end mount , tubing, crossmember mount


Brakes
v Plumb new brake lines as needed
v Install new MC
v Bleed brakes
v E-brake?

Other
v ???New DS Front/Rear???
v Lug Nuts
v TRIMMING!!!
v Why isn’t OD/TC lockup working?
v CB Radio
v Rebuild RE Flex Joints

Possibilities
v Hydro assist
v Front/Rear Bumpers

[XJumpmaster]

You better get busy then! WOW! what a list!

[JohnJohn]

JEEP
-------------------------
Sell XJ
Buy JK
SR Reservation
CAI
Budget Boost
install CO2 tank
get CB and install
get CB antenna and install


Camper
----------------
fix shower faucet
stock with camping gear

[lesslimited]

My list went from this-

Replace the AC condenser and charge the AC

Remove, repair, and re-install the front D44 ARB

Re-engineer the front RE drop bracket/control arm suspension into a mid-arm 3-link.

Remove Tomken rock rails, cut out rockers and weld rails in place, incorporating new front leaf spring mounts for longer leafs.

New 35" tires, or maybe open another can of worms and go 37s...

Give the trailer a once-over.

To this-

Install the CB in the wife's jeep and drive to Moab

[ILLXJ]

Change upper pass. side ball joint.
Change X-fer case fluid.
Pack.

JIM.

[IntrepidXJ]

I need to install my new steering setup and trackbar brace this weekend.....but it's more of less just routine stuff I need to get done

[sidriptide]

well since i'm selling the XJ this weekend, and the new ZJ isnt gonna wheel, i need to get the 5.0L powered CJ5 done or i'm stuck riding beotch in my buddy's JK...

whats left...
1. remove and fully weld the cage i built last week.
2. run new full-length dual exhaust inside the frame, must work in conjunction with #3
3. built new front driveshaft that works with #2..
4. go back to stock mechanical linkage since my "great idea" hydraulic master just didnt work out as planned.
5. rebuild the dirty old Carter AFB in hopes of maximizing the fuel economy.
6. wire the damn secondaries shut to help with #5.
7. figure out how the hell i'm gonna carry a spare tire.
8. install the twin-sticks on the D300.
9. wish for some sort of divine intervention to create super-short overdrive trany that is 16" long and will fit into my 81" wheel-base, so i dont have to deal with the 4 speed trany i'm stuck with.

all that has to be funded around the dreaded "back to school" shopping thats looming... (maybe i should just buy back my old white XJ i drove west 2 years ago.. )

wtf am i thinking???

[Israel]

1. Build rear bumper/tire carrier
2. Build new higher clearance crossmember
3. T-Case skid plate
4. Beef up LCA mounts
5. Move front swaybar forward an inch
6. Consider installing stiffer springs in the front

[johnnyc]

1. Build rear bumper/tire carrier
2. Build new higher clearance crossmember
3. T-Case skid plate
4. Beef up LCA mounts
5. Move front swaybar forward an inch
6. Consider installing stiffer springs in the front

No lockers? :D

[macgyvr]

If it only told the entire story...

http://i215.photobucket.com/albums/cc74/macgyvr/Jeep%20Buggy/2007-8%20front%20build/0812080311.jpg

Come hell or high water me and this mess are coming in October to Moab...

http://i215.photobucket.com/albums/cc74/macgyvr/Jeep%20Buggy/2007-8%20front%20build/0812080311a.jpg

mac 'if i have to get another credit card to charge what I need...' gyvr

[IntrepidXJ]

I need to install my new steering setup and trackbar brace this weekend.....but it's more of less just routine stuff I need to get done

all done again.....unless i break something else before October.....

[DrMoab]

1. Build rear bumper/tire carrier

Lets build two.

I will do my share of the grinding. :D

[Israel]

Lets build two.

I will do my share of the grinding. :D

How about you buy the steel and I'll weld? :D

[WayneXJ]

My new crappy spray paint job.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v132/wthomas39/2008_05040006.jpg

[Israel]

Needs a little bondo. :D

[WayneXJ]

nah, I just need to finish scraping the overspray off the glass. :)

[David B.]

I have no 4th gear/OD so that is my problem:

1. Rebuild NSS and hope to hell that fixes the problem
2. Purchase new range sensor if #1 does not fix problem ($350 :()
3. Find trailer to tow jeep down if that doesn't work
4. New front speakers so I can rock out to GNFNR on the trail.
5. Gruelling 4-hour drive to get there:).

[XJEEPER]

My new crappy spray paint job.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v132/wthomas39/2008_05040006.jpg

Matt's already done this theme........... http://www.deere.com/en_US/deerecom/media/images/us_homepage/logo_green.gif (http://www.deere.com/)

[JohnX]

4. New front speakers so I can rock out to GNFNR on the trail.

I'll be following you with my windows down :D

[Israel]

I have no 4th gear/OD so that is my problem:

1. Rebuild NSS and hope to hell that fixes the problem

Hey, Dave, I might still have one of those kicking around. I could bring it up to the geostash this weekend if you want it.

[j33per]

Book my flight ticket
Travel from London to San Fran
Drive Jeep from San Fran to Moab
Fix boot on front prop shaft
Replace bent tie rod

[David B.]

Hey, Dave, I might still have one of those kicking around. I could bring it up to the geostash this weekend if you want it.
Just pulled it apart and cleaned everything up last night. I need to get it out on the freeway to see if that did the trick. I will still take you up on the switch just in case it doesn't work. If we don't hook up for a local run in September, maybe I can grab it from you in Moab in October. Thanks.

[karstic]

Whats done/Whats left?

Not Much/too much

At a minimum rear main and cooling system R and R, and a small brake issue. Cal?

[David B.]

I have no 4th gear/OD so that is my problem:

1. Rebuild NSS and hope to hell that fixes the problem
2. Purchase new range sensor if #1 does not fix problem ($350 :()
3. Find trailer to tow jeep down if that doesn't work
4. New front speakers so I can rock out to GNFNR on the trail.
5. Gruelling 4-hour drive to get there:).

FIXED!

[Israel]

FIXED!

Sweet! Gotta love the cheap fixes!

[Gravesdiggerxj]

1.) CO2: Done
2.) Traction bar (have the material)
3.) install rear locker and gears (have gears, buy locker): Gears and Lockers installed!
4.) install alloy usa x-joints (have them)
5.) Adjust front bumpstops or relocate windshield wiper reservoir and cut more.
6.) Front limit straps
7.) make frame stiffeners (if I have time)
8.) Keep it together : Crap... I cracked my intake Manifold! :passgas:

[stewie]

To Do:
buy, paint, install sliders
find and install stock gas tank skid
install mj shackles and another set of coil spring isolators
install Taurus fan
install fan controller
trans cooler
install hood vents
possibly put stock e fan on switch
find another blazer tire carrier
fab both carriers into tube doors
drain/fill transmission (have to drill a hole in my tnt belly pan first)
drain/fill diff fluid
drain/fill tc
check remaing fluid, top off as needed
oil change
paint and remount hitch
rear BPEs
maybe raised shock mounts
fix tent trailer
find more cash
find more things at the junkyard that i cant live without

Done:
3 core radiator
ZJ alt
Y-Link
LCA mounts
CB
head unit
stock tire carrier
ZJ rear disks+ prop valve

[brent]

I had nothing to do, but now I need to fix a little rear steer issue, find a new backing plate, and fix a power steering leak :tears:

[Andy Steiner]

Put gas in motorhome.
Wash windshield.

[SharkXJ]

Let's see....

Done...
Rig is ready to go.

Not Done....
Fix front OX Locker Cable
Change fluids
Change Air Filter
Gas to drop about $3 a gallon so I can afford to drive my own rig.
If that doesn'thappen then I will be riding shot gun with my buddy DSXJ.....

Either way I am there.....

[jimliston]

Well, I want to go. BUT, I have no idea what to expect. I will be pulling a 13 foot trailer with my XJ and expect to camp anywhere I can. Is there anything special I should know before departing. I don't plan to do anything severe with the rig on this trip. Mostly just to get the hell out of Dodge and relax.

[Israel]

Well, I want to go. BUT, I have no idea what to expect. I will be pulling a 13 foot trailer with my XJ and expect to camp anywhere I can. Is there anything special I should know before departing. I don't plan to do anything severe with the rig on this trip. Mostly just to get the hell out of Dodge and relax.

A couple things that would have helped me my first trip would have been to buy a good map of Moab for when I wanted to explore the town on my own, and to have asked ahead about campgrounds in the area and if possible. Slickrock is our official headquarters, but I hated the one night I stayed there. Too much street noise and absolutely no room between neighbors.

[jimliston]

Well, since I posted last, I have renewed my membership and reserved a space at Slickrock. This sounds like fun.

[RangerRick]

Now, harmonic balancer, water pump, thermostat, cruise control. I thought I was ready last week but oh well.

[karstic]

Whats done/Whats left?

Not Much/too much

At a minimum rear main and cooling system R and R, and a small brake issue. Cal?

Got the rear main done and part of the brake situation finished. Next is to find out if the coolant res. is cracked. I keep seeing coolant dripping off the passenger side bumpstop.

[djblade311]

updated
To do:

- get Deaver to adjust the new rear leafs and mount em. Custom Leafs done and installed
- fix TREs and fix slop. DONE but still sucks
- buy amsteel winch cable. Done
- install winch. Done
- replace swaybar bushings.
- buy h4 housings and install my hids. DONE
- replace oil sending unit
- replace rear main seal
- take out a 3rd mortgage for gas to Moab
- buy flight for wife to go to Chicago so I can wheel carefree EPIC FAIL . She's coming with now.

more items to do:
- buy replacement solenoid for winch
- spool up cable
- change diff fluid F & R
- check front carrier bearings
- fix rigidco rear tire carrier so it doesnt wobble around
- find my rear clunks

[cal]

Put clothing in Civic.
Put ice chest in Civic
Put hitchikers in Civic

Drive.

[XJumpmaster]

Josh, we need to start the Wheelin' Widows sub chapter for the wives who don't like the big rocks! LOL

[IntrepidXJ]

I might need to replace some tires before then.....I have worn these out in just over a year.....and they are getting to be in pretty bad shape

[Boatwrench]

What's done: Not enough.

What's left to do: A lot!

[Exxon Valdez Jeep]

Well I doubt my jeep is going to make it. Just dont have the time to work on it. I am still coming though, along for ride. Maybe I will win a jeep to drive home!

[IslanderOffRoad]

Finished the a/c, cooling sytem, and got the turn signals working again.

Still need:
Axle Overhaul (sunday)
SYE, skid plate and D/S (hopefully next weekend)
Oil change (maybe today)
I'd really like to get OBA before Moab but thats looking less likely now.

[JohnX]

Fix XJ
Put clothing in XJ.
Put ice chest in XJ.
Put hitchikers in XJ.

Drive.
fixed.

[IntrepidXJ]

gotta replace 2 tires and a wheel. on order and will be here later this week :)

[IslanderOffRoad]

SYE project has been abandoned.

Almost everything else is ready, just need to install skid plate and tie downs in the rear.

maybe an oem spare tire carrier if its still in the yard.

[JohnX]

Find spare for trailer.
Load camper, Jeep, trailer.
Shop for food.
Fix fuel pump on truck.

Almost ready! :D:D:D

[Goatman]

Went wheeling last weekend. Now I have a high steer arm to fix and a pulley noise to isolate. Otherwise, it's ready to go. Oh, and change the oil in the truck.

[lesslimited]

My list went from this- (Back to this)

Replace the AC condenser and charge the AC Still to be done

Remove, repair, and re-install the front D44 ARB Still to be done

Re-engineer the front RE drop bracket/control arm suspension into a mid-arm 3-link. Not happening at this time

Remove Tomken rock rails, cut out rockers and weld rails in place, incorporating new front leaf spring mounts for longer leafs. Done

New 35" tires, or maybe open another can of worms and go 37s... Not happening at this time

Give the trailer a once-over. Done

To this-

Install the CB in the wife's jeep and drive to Moab
Cindy had second thoughts about wheeling her jeep for an entire week...

[johnnyc]

I didn't have much to do.

Torque all front and rear end bolts - DONE
Fix small overheating problem - DONE
Install new 5150 front shocks - DONE
Locate and fix irritating squeak in cargo area - DONE
Install anchor points in cargo area - DONE
Tune CB radio - DONE
Buy beer for lesslimited - DONE

I just have to pack up a few more tools and parts, pack my clothes, and fill the gas tank.

[Israel]

I didn't have much to do.

Torque all front and rear end bolts - DONE
Fix small overheating problem - DONE
Install new 5150 front shocks - DONE
Locate and fix irritating squeak in cargo area - DONE
Install anchor points in cargo area - DONE
Tune CB radio - DONE
Buy beer for lesslimited - DONE
Tack weld trackbar bracket bolts that I keep having to retorque halfway through the trail - To do.

I just have to pack up a few more tools and parts, pack my clothes, and fill the gas tank.

I added one, Johnny. :D

[johnnyc]

I added one, Johnny. :D

Ooohhh maaaannn.....

We really torqued those suckers down good this time. Should've had FordGuy lay down a couple of welds while we were there.

[IslanderOffRoad]

Johnny what did you do for your tie downs?

[johnnyc]

I got 4 of those S10 Blazer things that Sequoia and Karstic were talking about. There were 4 S10 Blazers in a row at the Milliken yard yesterday, so I pulled all four. Each vehicle only has one.

I may go back to the OC yards tomorrow to see if I can find a couple more.

[IslanderOffRoad]

I got 4 of those S10 Blazer things that Sequoia and Karstic were talking about. There were 4 S10 Blazers in a row at the Milliken yard yesterday, so I pulled all four. Each vehicle only has one.

I may go back to the OC yards tomorrow to see if I can find a couple more.

I bought some 2000lb rated d rings from Jegs.

Where did you mount them? Did you pull the carpet to drill?

[johnnyc]

Carpet? What's that? :) I don't have any carpeting in the cargo area. So it was easy to do the drilling.

I put two in the rearmost corners of the floor. Then two where the rear seat used to be. Those are so I can strap down my three mini Rubbermaid containers.

[IslanderOffRoad]

Haha, lucky.

I guess I'll pull the carpet to drill mine then cut holes in it for the d-rings to come out.

[karstic]

I got 4 of those S10 Blazer things that Sequoia and Karstic were talking about. There were 4 S10 Blazers in a row at the Milliken yard yesterday, so I pulled all four. Each vehicle only has one.

I may go back to the OC yards tomorrow to see if I can find a couple more.

Wanna sell one?

[johnnyc]

Wanna sell one?

I'll see what I can find tomorrow.

If I would've known yesterday, I could've gotten more. There were tons of S10 Blazers.

[Jump This]

Got under the Jeep today......damn...I think I would have been happier if I had just ignored that area.
I decided to take the next two weeks off so I can take work on it!

:D

Then the week after Moab, its time for Florence Junction!

[IslanderOffRoad]

Tie downs: Done
OBA bracket: Done

And I did it all without drilling any holes in the wrong places or trashing the carpet :D

Gotta pickup the co2 bottle I'm borrowing from a friend, change the rear diff fluid and seal it up (its leaking), and install the tc skid, and I'm done!

[Andy Steiner]

I got 4 of those S10 Blazer things that Sequoia and Karstic were talking about.

I'm back to being chopped liver again.

<sigh> :sure:

[Andy Steiner]

Johnny what did you do for your tie downs?

He got these:

http://www.naxja.org/forum/showpost.php?p=244045731&postcount=141

[IXNAYXJ]

I've got a few more things to do after this weekend:

http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j160/ixnayxj/Gunfest%20mk%20VI/301.jpg

-----Matt-----

[IslanderOffRoad]

Need:

Oil change
JKS mini skids and LCA bracket repair
Pull carrier to see why my rt front axle seal is leaking. It will be a busy few days.

[Jump This]

I've got a few more things to do after this weekend:

http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j160/ixnayxj/Gunfest%20mk%20VI/301.jpg

-----Matt-----

Matt, white Jeeps on thier side is soooo yesturday!
http://i121.photobucket.com/albums/o220/Jump_bucket/100_3195.jpg

[johnnyc]

Oh Rick...white Jeeps on their side is soooo 2006. :D

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v702/xjohnnyc/Rubicon/mikeh.jpg

[IXNAYXJ]

Hahaha, that's awesome. Can I play again?

http://www.pnwzj.com/Moab2007/moab%20%20brian/moab%20%20brian%20114.jpg

http://www.pnwzj.com/Moab2007/moab%20%20brian/moab%20%20brian%20120.jpg

-----Matt-----

[IslanderOffRoad]

Oil changed
Control arm bracket: re-welded
JKS mini skids: 1 of 2 installed. the rt bracket is too bent to get it on, will be replaced after Moab.

Fixing the axle seal this afternoon.

After that I think I'm ready.

[old_man]

I've got to put in a new D44 knuckle and reinstall the driveshaft after having it balanced. Might try and get the 2lo in the tcase.

[Boatwrench]

Jeep it's not near completed with what I wanted to do (weld D&C cage), insatll rear bumper, mount spare (where's the best place?)charge the A/C (yeah I'm a wimp) change oil & filter. :repair:

Tow vehicle...just solved overheat problem, not got a full road test in. Needs to be packed. Tools spread all across garage.

Trailer...need to pick up, it's 60 miles away, since I'm borrowing it I will want to get the wheel bearings serviced before Saturday. yeah good luck. :passgas:

Traveling companions & plans...they are unraveling. Daughter's pregnant & cranky, S-I-L is whupped, elder parents panicking Mary and I won't be around. :banghead:

Play money credit card...it's maxxed. Economy uncertainy...what more can be said.....

.....Well, I'll be in Moab soon come hell or high water and looking forward to seeing some of the nicest people on earth! :sunshine:

[IntrepidXJ]

and looking forward to seeing some of the nicest people on earth! :sunshine:


...so then you are not hanging out with NAXJA all week?

:twak:

:D

[Andy Steiner]

High pressure power steering hose leak... DONE.

Leaking transmission gasket... DONE.

Adjust rear bump stops so aired down tires won't throw flares off... DONE.

Scrape off old, faded, worn out stickers from rear windows... DONE.

Pick up comp tickets to Danny Gans at the Mirage for tonight's show... DONE.

Put new stickers on... uh, um, geee, let's see... tomorrow?

Hood vents... clinic at Slickrock Campground.

[Israel]

1. Build rear bumper/tire carrier - Not gonna happen
2. Build new higher clearance crossmember - Not gonna happen
3. T-Case skid plate - Not gonna happen
4. Beef up LCA mounts - Not gonna bother
5. Move front swaybar forward an inch - Fixed sway bar rubbing another way
6. Consider installing stiffer springs in the front - Not gonna happen
7. Replace upper radiator hose that blew last night - This one will be done!

[lesslimited]

Replace the AC condenser and charge the AC Replaced condenser, friend has been too busy to charge system, also discovered and replaced bad water pump

Remove, repair, and re-install the front D44 ARB Done, also disovered and replaced bent alloy shaft

Re-engineer the front RE drop bracket/control arm suspension into a mid-arm 3-link. Not happening at this time

Remove Tomken rock rails, cut out rockers and weld rails in place, incorporating new front leaf spring mounts for longer leafs. Done

New 35" tires, or maybe open another can of worms and go 37s... Not happening at this time

Give the trailer a once-over. Done

[Boatwrench]

...so then you are not hanging out with NAXJA all week?

:twak:

:D

Only the ones with tequila...oh yeah I owe Paul a bottle:sure:

[Jes]

Finally fixed my trailer brakes today.
Ready to head out tomorrow morning. :yelclap:

[johnnyc]

1. Build rear bumper/tire carrier - Not gonna happen
2. Build new higher clearance crossmember - Not gonna happen
3. T-Case skid plate - Not gonna happen
4. Beef up LCA mounts - Not gonna bother
5. Move front swaybar forward an inch - Fixed sway bar rubbing another way
6. Consider installing stiffer springs in the front - Not gonna happen
7. Replace upper radiator hose that blew last night - This one will be done!


Good job Israel! :clap:

[Israel]

Good job Israel! :clap:

I get an "F" for effort, don't I? :D

[DrMoab]

I had nothing to do, but now I need to fix a little rear steer issue, find a new backing plate, and fix a power steering leak :tears:

Funny, I have a very similar pic to that.
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g265/DrMoab/IMGP5320.jpg

[DrMoab]

Put Camper in truck
Load Jeep on trailer.
Buy a fire extinguisher
Get tow hooks from Rook
Instal hooks.

[lesslimited]

Replace the AC condenser and charge the AC Replaced condenser, friend has been too busy to charge system, also discovered and replaced bad water pump

Remove, repair, and re-install the front D44 ARB Done, also disovered and replaced bent alloy shaft

Re-engineer the front RE drop bracket/control arm suspension into a mid-arm 3-link. Not happening at this time

Remove Tomken rock rails, cut out rockers and weld rails in place, incorporating new front leaf spring mounts for longer leafs. Done

New 35" tires, or maybe open another can of worms and go 37s... Not happening at this time

Give the trailer a once-over. Done

Five minutes after I posted this, my buddy called so now I have ice cold AC.

But something in the driveline is making a clicking sound, so now I have something else to do tomorrow...

[CDX74]

still need to install the gas tank, transfer case skid, both differential covers, and my CB radio, oh, and put all the interior back in after i gutted it 2 days ago to fix some rust. Shouldn't be a problem. :)

[rightseatsis]

Just loaded some caches into the GPS.
Need to hit the bank for some funds
Change oil in Jeep
Wiper blades for MH
Leave Saturday.

This is the Longest week.

See you all in a few days.

Mary

[macgyvr]

http://i215.photobucket.com/albums/cc74/macgyvr/Jeep%20Buggy/2007-8%20front%20build/DSCF0207.jpg

http://i215.photobucket.com/albums/cc74/macgyvr/Jeep%20Buggy/2007-8%20front%20build/DSCF0204.jpg

mac 'rock and roll' gyvr

[planefixer]

My list isn't too long.Since Led and I are heading to Moab on Saturday to deliver the giveaway XJ and coming back on Sunday that leaves me Monday to work on my own rig (I'm heading to the event Tuesday morning).

Front brake pads
Weld 1 tube on my cage
Lube and fluids
Rotate tires
Fix a leak on the t-case
Wash rig
I think thats all.

[DeadEyeJ]

1-Fix my rear axle that burned up on the freeway just DAYS before the Moab trip.

2-Get rid of this DAMN migraine!

I wonder if these two are somehow related?

Jared:patriot:

[Gravesdiggerxj]

http://i215.photobucket.com/albums/cc74/macgyvr/Jeep%20Buggy/2007-8%20front%20build/DSCF0207.jpg

http://i215.photobucket.com/albums/cc74/macgyvr/Jeep%20Buggy/2007-8%20front%20build/DSCF0204.jpg

mac 'rock and roll' gyvr


SWEET!!!

[woody]

Since I'm flying out to SLC Monday morning, my prep list is brief.

*replace watch battery
*charge batteries for camera and lights
*pack two carry-on bags
*drink heavily for the next 60 hours in order to preload the BAC
*watch the clock and pace (stumble) around
*print boarding passes

[Pat]

Gather and pack the little random stuff.

Wait for macgruber to get here so we can load my junk!

[XJumpmaster]

Since I'm flying out to SLC Monday morning, my prep list is brief.

*replace watch battery
*charge batteries for camera and lights
*pack two carry-on bags
*drink heavily for the next 60 hours in order to preload the BAC
*watch the clock and pace (stumble) around
*print boarding passes
How you getting down to Moab?

[JohnJohn]

How you getting down to Moab? Truckstops and kneepads

[stewie]

whats left on the XJ:
finish modifying taurus fan shroud for trans cooler
get cb ant tuned
remove front tow bar

whats left on the trailer:
replace water damaged wood venier
put back on top molding strip (that the canvas hooks on to)
reinstall canvas
"patch" (duct tape) broken zipers on canvas pannels
repack trailer bearings
find trailer registration
buy new chains for trailer
charge battery
refill propane

in general:
pack up the liquor cabinet!!!!!:cheers:
pack some clothes
pack food
load everything i will need in trailer and jeep

[woody]

How you getting down to Moab?
I have a rent-a-beater lined up at SLC...

Truckstops and kneepads
:shocked: Dammit! :laugh:

[DrMoab]

I have a rent-a-beater lined up at SLC...


:shocked: Dammit! :laugh:

Woody, we are going down Tues Morning. If you want to forgo the rental charges you are more than welcome. Hell I can even get you from the airport.

[XJumpmaster]

I was just gonna say, I'm leaving Monday morning around 9-10ish if you needed a ride.

[woody]

Thanks for the offer guys, but the car is already paid for...

Plus I'll need it for ground transport during the week, shopping for the show & shine dinner, and probably Sat night dinner too.

Last time I went as a passenger, and while it wasn't a total bummer, Keith & Kevin were early-risers who brought morning coffee back from town... there were times (like a couple dinner times) when I was semi-stranded at the campground.

[Gravesdiggerxj]

1.) CO2 DONE
2.) Traction bar (have the material) DONE
3.) install rear locker and gears (have gears, buy locker) DONE
4.) install alloy usa x-joints (have them) DO IT
5.) Adjust front bumpstops or relocate windshield wiper reservoir and cut more. CUT MORE TOMORROW
6.) Front limit straps DONE
7.) make frame stiffeners (if I have time) NO TIME
8.) Keep it together BACK TOGETHER

see you guys wedsnesday night!

[stewie]

whats left on the XJ:
finish modifying taurus fan shroud for trans cooler -DONE
get cb ant tuned- DONE
remove front tow bar-do at Moab

whats left on the trailer:
replace water damaged wood venier-DONE
put back on top molding strip (that the canvas hooks on to)- DONE
reinstall canvas-DONE
"patch" (duct tape) broken zipers on canvas pannels-DONE
repack trailer bearings- in the morning
find trailer registration- DONE
buy new chains for trailer- In the morning
charge battery- DIDNT NEED IT
refill propane-DONE

in general:
pack up the liquor cabinet!!!!!:cheers:- DONE, well what little I had at least
pack some clothes- in the morning plus find what I did with my winter clothes
pack food-DONE
load everything i will need in trailer and jeep- MOSTLY DONE
ADD:
burn a few more mix cds

[JohnJohn]

I decided to to lift my JK before the trip. Picked the kit up and installed it today. Now...should I put 35s on it before? nah

Just gotta pack the camper and we are off tomorrow. See you guys tomorrow afternoon.

[Kejtar]

I decided to to lift my JK before the trip. Picked the kit up and installed it today. Now...should I put 35s on it before? nah

Just gotta pack the camper and we are off tomorrow. See you guys tomorrow afternoon.

Did ya upgrade your license plate mounts? :D

[planefixer]

My list isn't too long.Since Led and I are heading to Moab on Saturday to deliver the giveaway XJ and coming back on Sunday that leaves me Monday to work on my own rig (I'm heading to the event Tuesday morning).

Front brake pads : still good- didn't need changing
Weld 1 tube on my cage: Done
Lube and fluids: Done
Rotate tires: Done
Fix a leak on the t-case: Done
Do an alignment: Done
Wash rig: Done
I think thats all.