Your to-do list, before the F.F.

[Geepfreak]

#1 Rear springs
#2 front springs
#3 new draglink, tie-rod.
#4 get the cage and rear tube fenders done.

Anyone else?

edit: #5 atleast 2 new tires.(crappy Pro-comp anyway)

[Clint]

#1 install e-brake on D44
#2 Re-install Fender Flare
#3 Install front alloy's and u-joints, external tube seals
#4 Rework/reinforce rock rails
#5 Hopefully install front locker..
Edit:
#6 replace regulator on OBA setup.

I only have 1 weekend to complete this.

[DrMoab]

Hook up trailer
Load jeep
Buy gas.
Pray
:D

[XJSpencer]

1. flush cooling system
2. Track bar brace.
3. look at my frame cracks some more....
4. borrow or buy a trailer.
5. find out where some of the noises are coming from.
6. call a psychic to find out what will break.
7. buy a new tow strap for when mine finally breaks
8. maybe a 2low...

mostly just what Ryan said though.

edit: 1. Decide if truck is ready for a trip to Moab and back...or talk wife into coming/ letting me take Tahoe.

[Clint]

1. flush cooling system
2. Track bar brace.
3. look at my frame cracks some more....
4. borrow or buy a trailer.
5. find out where some of the noises are coming from.
6. call a psychic to find out what will break.
7. buy a new tow strap for when mine finally breaks
8. maybe a 2low...

mostly just what Ryan said though.

edit: 1. Decide if truck is ready for a trip to Moab and back...or talk wife into coming/ letting me take Tahoe.

Truck?? Your not going to drive it down again?? You don't need no stinkin truck :)

[XJEEPER]

1-get my basement finished
2-continue collecting parts for my build, which has been postponed til winter
3-drive my stock Jeep to Moab and wheel it on 3 rated trails with crappy Goodyear AS tires

[XJSpencer]

Truck?? Your not going to drive it down again?? You don't need no stinkin truck :)

I may still drive it down. If I had a truck in May, I would've come home on saturday....:D

[stewie]

1. swap in 8.25 in rear
2. TRIM!!!! my tires are rubbin the flares off! (immoral support needed for cutting sheet metal though. maybe by the time were done my balls will have dropped.)
3. install Aussie locker (help needed)
4. install unbroken center consol
5. maybe relplace holey gas tank fill neck

more to add, but cant think of off the top of my head

[ROOK1]

Come on up Stewie. I have a body saw with your name on it.

[stewie]

when, where, and what type of beer (strong from on base)

[ROOK1]

I live behind the base. I am off tomorrow but I have a few things to do.

[Brad M.]

1- Fire extinguisher
2- Hi-Lift
3- Fabricate mounting brackets for Hi-Lift onto rear bumper
4- Resolve tire rub/trimming issues once and for all
5- Flush/fill cooling system, new thermostat & housing
6- Rear disc conversion (only if parts become available in time)
7- Fix wiring issues with front door speakers so they work again
8- Spare shaft for 8.25 rear
9- Get the wife to want to come down earlier
10- Get there and back having had as much fun as humanly possible! :yelclap:

[stewie]

so who needs to trim? so far we got me and jeepngas. sounds like we need a trimin party. whos up for this weekend? im available until 1pm on sat and all day sunday.

[grandpaxj]

1. gas-up
2. load on trailer
3.get the hell out of townparty1:

[DrMoab]

1. gas-up
2. load on trailer
3.get the hell out of townparty1:

You forgot pray.

[IntrepidXJ]

Hook up trailer
Load jeep
Buy gas.
Pray
:D

fix roof :D

...and i sure hope you are not putting gas in your truck:roll:

[DrMoab]

fix roof :D

...and i sure hope you are not putting gas in your truck:roll:
Gotta buy gas for the heep.

[jmaxj]

1. get jeep licensed
2.and wait.......

[DaveW]

1) Fix the lawn mower (It was turning over until I put it all back together):flamemad:
2) rebuild the AMC 20
3) fix shed door broken by wind - (where can I get a 5' x 6' sheet of ply wood)
4) install in XJ
5) add 1" lift
6) get D30 regeared to 4.56 - (where to get this done?)
7) make up my mind on what 33" tire to get
8) get new tires and maybe wheels
9) install new xfercase skid plate

[DrMoab]

6) get D30 regeared to 4.56 - (where to get this done?)

I think you know how to get to my house. :D

[Geepfreak]

1
3) fix shed door broken by wind - (where can I get a 5' x 6' sheet of ply wood)
4) install in XJ



you're putting a shed in the Jeep?




:D

[djblade311]

1. Regear D30 and install locker
2. Regear the 8.25
3. Install Drop brackets n Braces
4. Install front bumpstops
5. upgrade front shafts to chromos
6. install axle seals with shafts
7. install 1 ton steering
8. program and cut another key for the remote start. (optional)
9. put my dash back together (optional)

[DaveW]

you're putting a shed in the Jeep?

:D

:spin1:
No the shed is for the lawn mower...I just hope that all the time spent on the jeep does put me there too:D

[Clint]

:spin1:
No the shed is for the lawn mower...I just hope that all the time spent on the jeep does put there there too:D

So you going to have this done then?? Maybe we should have a "FFJ" Fall fix the Jeep event before FF? :)

[stewie]

Maybe we should have a "FFJ" Fall fix the Jeep event before FF? :)

x2

[Brad M.]

So you going to have this done then?? Maybe we should have a "FFJ" Fall fix the Jeep event before FF? :)

x3 :D

[xjblue]

I always have a big list, got started early on the XJ this year and knocked a couple things off the list.

MJ
#1 almost everything (optional)

XJ
done; OME steering stabilizer
done; fixed disconnects, (broke them off again :) )
done; replaced oil adapter o rings, no more leak
done; replaced broken ds rear spring center pin
done; swapped out old bumper for new
done; new deck and replaced speakers
#1 plug leaky cargo area
#2 Finish sub/cargo box
#3 adj track bar (optional, putting it off since 03')
#4 alignment (optional, putting it off since 00')
#5 charge A/C (optional, putting it off since 02')
#6 fix power windows/locks (optional, putting it off since 04')
#7 new MTR's (optional, putting it off till next year or after #'s 2 and 3)
#8 Install backup lighting (optional, putting it off since 04')
#9 4.10 gears, ARB's, winch (optional, not happening before FF)
#10 new quick disconnects (optional, disconncted since 05' except briefly)
#11 taller rear shocks and bumpstop extension, move BPE to front (optional)
#12 clean NSS
#13 I don't remember what #13 is for
#14 balance front passanger tire

[Clint]

x3 :D

I'm home all weekend...

[ROOK1]

I always have a big list, got started early on the XJ this year and knocked a couple things off the list.

MJ
#1 almost everything (optional)

XJ
done; OME steering stabilizer
done; fixed disconnects, (broke them off again :) )
done; replaced oil adapter o rings, no more leak
done; replaced broken ds rear spring center pin
done; swapped out old bumper for new
done; new deck and replaced speakers
#1 plug leaky cargo area
#2 Finish sub/cargo box
#3 adj track bar (optional, putting it off since 03')
#4 alignment (optional, putting it off since 00')
#5 charge A/C (optional, putting it off since 02')
#6 fix power windows/locks (optional, putting it off since 04')
#7 new MTR's (optional, putting it off till next year or after #'s 2 and 3)
#8 Install backup lighting (optional, putting it off since 04')
#9 4.10 gears, ARB's, winch (optional, not happening before FF)
#10 new quick disconnects (optional, disconncted since 05' except briefly)
#11 taller rear shocks and bumpstop extension, move BPE to front (optional)
#12 clean NSS
#13 I don't remember what #13 is for
#14 balance front passanger tire

It actually goes like this. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hvUNQyzkbIg

[xj4moab]

Well i need to decide witch jeep to take or the buggy
I am sure i will end up taking the TJ and running 3 rated trails with Jeff :confused1

[jmaxj]

Well i need to decide witch jeep to take or the buggy
I am sure i will end up taking the TJ and running 3 rated trails with Jeff :confused1
don't be a wuss the tj can do pritchett:D

[DrMoab]

don't be a wuss the tj can do pritchett:D
He is a wuss and thats why the TJ will not be doing Pritchett....he would whining worse then Spencer.

[DeadEyeJ]

Get time to look at the pile of BadCopped XJ that I've brought home and determine how big a can of worms I have opened. All you guys that are praying should be praying for me!

Jared:patriot:

[DaveW]

Well i need to decide witch jeep to take or the buggy
I am sure i will end up taking the TJ and running 3 rated trails with Jeff :confused1
don't be a wuss the tj can do pritchett:D
That TJ has 33"s go for it. Bryon was with me on pritchet with 31"s...







But I was in n XJ not a cheerleader jeep:D

[XJSpencer]

He is a wuss and thats why the TJ will not be doing Pritchett....he would whining worse then Spencer.

How is that possible? :D

[xj4moab]

I am sick of pritchett

don't be a wuss the tj can do pritchett:D

[jmaxj]

I am sick of pritchett
ok then greenday

[xj4moab]

Well the TJ needs a radiator now :rattle:

[jmaxj]

Well the TJ needs a radiator now :rattle:
:roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao: :roflmao:

[JeeperG]

Well the TJ needs a radiator now :rattle: What did you do now?

[DaveW]

Well the TJ needs a radiator now :rattle:
Do you have anything that is drivable?????









Oh, yes, you bought the truck and trailer to haul around those projects.

[xj4moab]

at least the dodge is under warranty :confused1

Do you have anything that is drivable?????









Oh, yes, you bought the truck and trailer to haul around those projects.

[JeeperG]

at least the dodge is under warranty :confused1 I will buy you a beer if you take that on Pritchett :D

[xj4moab]

If it had rock rails i would take you up on that

I will buy you a beer if you take that on Pritchett :D

[DrMoab]

Oh, yes, you bought the truck and trailer to haul around those projects.
No...he sold that to his dad....who by the way will have it in California in October.

So no...he doesn't have anything drivable.

[jmaxj]

If it had rock rails i would take you up on that
my bro has a set that you can just weld on or put some plates on them and bolt em, i'll even get for you.

[Popeye]

1. Wait for D44 to be geared and rebuilt
2. install 44, and disk brakes.
3. disconect fr. ds., install control arms, install steering brace
4. order the rest of my lift (no money)
5. refab fr. and rear bumpers/tire carrier
6. change fluids
7. load up all the gear, take out a loan for gas, and go
all while working about 70hrs a week. oh and run some 3 rated trails w/jeff and bryon

[xj4moab]

Sweet we need some people on the 3 rated trails:yelclap:

1. Wait for D44 to be geared and rebuilt
2. install 44, and disk brakes.
3. disconect fr. ds., install control arms, install steering brace
4. order the rest of my lift (no money)
5. refab fr. and rear bumpers/tire carrier
6. change fluids
7. load up all the gear, take out a loan for gas, and go
all while working about 70hrs a week. oh and run some 3 rated trails w/jeff and bryon

[Clint]

Got some stuff done this weekend
#1 install e-brake on D44 (50% done, need cable)
#2 Re-install Fender Flare Forgot...
#3 Install front alloy's and u-joints, external tube seals Didn't happen, Parts Plus screwed me
#4 Rework/reinforce rock rails
#5 Hopefully install front locker..
Edit:
#6 replace regulator on OBA setup. Done!

I only have 1 weekend to complete this.


Got some stuff done this weekend

#1 install e-brake on D44 (50% done)
#2 Re-install Fender Flare Forgot...
#3 Install front alloy's and u-joints, external tube seals Didn't happen, Parts Plus screwed me
#4 Rework/reinforce rock rails
#5 Hopefully install front locker..
Edit:
#6 replace regulator on OBA setup. Done!
#7 Fix trackbar Done!
#8 Paint Fender damage Done!

[MoabXJeeper]

NEEDS:
1. Buy new u-joint and install front drive line.
2. Change oil in front diff (no Jeremy, I have NOT gotten to that yet. :D)
3. Fix flat on spare!
4. Replace broken bleed valve on left rear brake.
5. Get rid of bikers rash from riding 290 miles last week.
6. Make sure FF does not conflict with the duck opener! I would really hate to miss either one so if they do indeed conflict I am going to stay home and clean out the basement...haha.

WANTS:
1. 2 new tires with tread and everything for the rear of my heep.
2. New fender flares.
3. Do some trimming since I now have flex...lol.

[xjblue]

forgot some

I always have a big list, got started early on the XJ this year and knocked a couple things off the list.

MJ
#1 almost everything (optional)

XJ
done; replace bad motor mount
done; OME steering stabilizer
done; fixed disconnects, (broke them off again :) )
done; replaced oil adapter o rings, no more leak
done; replaced broken ds rear spring center pin
done; swapped out old bumper for new
done; new deck and replaced speakers
#1 plug leaky cargo area
#2 Finish sub/cargo box
#3 adj track bar (optional, putting it off since 03')
#4 alignment (optional, putting it off since 00')
#5 charge A/C (optional, putting it off since 02')
#6 fix power windows/locks (optional, putting it off since 04')
#7 new MTR's (optional, putting it off till next year or after #'s 2 and 3)
#8 Install backup lighting (optional, putting it off since 04')
#9 4.10 gears, ARB's, winch (optional, not happening before FF)
#10 new quick disconnects (optional, disconncted since 05' except briefly)
#11 taller rear shocks and bumpstop extension, move BPE to front (optional)
#12 clean NSS
#13 I don't remember what #13 is for
#14 balance front passanger tire
#15 Brakes

[stewie]

1. swap in 8.25 in rear
2. TRIM!!!! my tires are rubbin the flares off! (immoral support needed for cutting sheet metal though. maybe by the time were done my balls will have dropped.)
3. install Aussie locker (help needed)
4. install unbroken center consol
5. maybe relplace holey gas tank fill neck

more to add, but cant think of off the top of my head

well yesterday james was a buisy boy.

http://img75.imageshack.us/img75/3889/debrispilegx0.jpg

http://img75.imageshack.us/img75/2998/driversidefinishedad7.jpg

still need to touch up some black paint but thats later. i left the front bumper endcaps off until after the FF.

this may be the last mod i do to the heep for a few weeks. hopefully i will be hearing crying later this week.

add to the to-do-list-wifey have baby soon

[Brad M.]

well yesterday james was a buisy boy.

http://img75.imageshack.us/img75/3889/debrispilegx0.jpg

http://img75.imageshack.us/img75/2998/driversidefinishedad7.jpg

still need to touch up some black paint but thats later. i left the front bumper endcaps off until after the FF.

this may be the last mod i do to the heep for a few weeks. hopefully i will be hearing crying later this week.

add to the to-do-list-wifey have baby soon

So your balls finally dropped? The trim job looks good. And you're still waiting on the baby?... and waiting, and waiting, and waiting... :D :D

[Geepfreak]

So your balls finally dropped? The trim job looks good. And you're still waiting on the baby?... and waiting, and waiting, and waiting... :D :D



Looking GOOD!, and what do you mean by balls finally dropped?:read:

:D:D

[DrMoab]

Looking GOOD!, and what do you mean by balls finally dropped?:read:

:D:D
Just noticed your sig...I didn't think you haunted RME? :D

[Geepfreak]

Just noticed your sig...I didn't think you haunted RME? :D

LOL.


Never....:eyes:

[DeadEyeJ]

Get time to look at the pile of BadCopped XJ that I've brought home and determine how big a can of worms I have opened. All you guys that are praying should be praying for me!

Jared:patriot:

Well, I got my 10" rear lift put together yesterday. Both of the front leaf spring bolts had been trashed, and the captive nuts removed. Apparently Badcop had used standard (as in not metric) bolts threaded into 14mm nuts and "tightened" them onto the gap where the captive nuts had once been. That only took about 2 hours to remove and repair. I'm hoping that's all he got his ghettofabulous hands on. The lift is ugly tall and stiff, as in I think I could fit 37's. That should match up super with my D35. I'm pretty sure my rear driveline is binding at rest height. Plus, there's a spare door and a Chrysler 8.25" axle in the back, so it might even end up taller. Maybe I'll just clearance the yoke with a bench grinder...

Now to fire up the DA sander and buy me a couple quarts of cheapo Rust-Oleum protective enamel in Gloss Orange and make it pretty.

How's wheeling doorless in an XJ?

Jared:patriot:

[DrMoab]

How's wheeling doorless in an XJ?
It wil take more weight off. :D

[Geepfreak]

The lift is ugly tall and stiff, as in I think I could fit 37's.


I am SO sorry Jared!

But 37's under that XJ as is would be AWESOME

:D:D

I have an 8 lug D60 for it....:kissyou:

[DeadEyeJ]

I have a HP44/9" combo with Yukon 4.88's, Warn alloy shafts, and OX joints, complete with factory Ford radius arms and frame mounts.

It's soooo tempting...:helpme:

[MoabXJeeper]

NEEDS:
1. Buy new u-joint and install front drive line.
2. Change oil in front diff (no Jeremy, I have NOT gotten to that yet. :D)
3. Fix flat on spare!
4. Replace broken bleed valve on left rear brake.
5. Get rid of bikers rash from riding 290 miles last week.
6. Make sure FF does not conflict with the duck opener! I would really hate to miss either one so if they do indeed conflict I am going to stay home and clean out the basement...haha.

WANTS:
1. 2 new tires with tread and everything for the rear of my heep.
2. New fender flares.
3. Do some trimming since I now have flex...lol.

1. Halfway taken care of, got the u-joint at least.
2. Not yet.
3. Spare has a cut in the sidewall...move #1 on WANTS up to needs!
4. nope
5. Taken care of.
6. Problem here, FF and duck opener are the same day. :( If I go I guess it will be early in the week, still debating that one.

[DeadEyeJ]

Decided "screw this freaking Badcopped cherokee..."

1) I just built a D30 for the TJ last night... had to transplant a donor lower control arm mount. Installed Quick-Lock, 4.10's, fully disassembled the axle and checked it out. Ready to bolt into the TJ.

2) I need to install my thick style Yukon 4.10's in the D44 rear. Not really looking forward to setting up another stupid Dana axle with their oh-so-stupid pressed on carrier bearings. Anybody have a set of setup bearings I could borrow?


3) Have new rock rails that need to be installed. Bought them with no instructions or hardware...

4) I still need to get the CB installed. It's been sitting on a shelf in the garage since I sold the '88 XJ.

Jared:patriot:

[DaveW]

....
4) I still need to get the CB installed. It's been sitting on a shelf in the garage since I sold the '88 XJ.

Jared:patriot:

THanks for reminding me. I have fix the wiring ont he CB. The cheap fuse connector had the bottom pop off. Need to replace it with the blade style fuse adaptor.

[DeadEyeJ]

Well, I just found a puddle of antifreeze under the TJ. Yahoo. :banghead: It's oozing around the top end of the radiator, where the plastic end is clamped to the aluminum center. It's also leaking around the water pump gasket. Hopefully some stop leak will get me thru the FF.

I'm really going to enjoy getting the TJ done and not building something else for a change.

Jared:patriot:

[JeeperG]

I still gotta buy a cherokee :D

[DrMoab]

I still gotta buy a cherokee :D
I told you I had one for you....Its a hellofa deal. Already has a Dana 44 in the back.

[JeeperG]

I told you I had one for you....Its a hellofa deal. Already has a Dana 44 in the back. ahahahahahaha funny guy! :D

[DrMoab]

ahahahahahaha funny guy! :D
I'm seriously not joking. I hope to buy this one one from this dude in Evanston. Has some sort of electical issue. All I want to do is fix it and sell it.

[stewie]

ok, we got 15 DAYS LEFT. time to get going. i was hoping for a wrench turning gathering. maybe we could go for this weekend (23rd and 24th). whos up for it? weather channel is saying a high of 67 on sat and 75 on sun, sunny both days.

1. swap in 8.25 in rear
2. TRIM!!!! my tires are rubbin the flares off! (immoral support needed for cutting sheet metal though. maybe by the time were done my balls will have dropped.)
3. install Aussie locker (help needed)
4. install unbroken center consol
5. maybe relplace holey gas tank fill neck

more to add, but cant think of off the top of my head

here is my updated list
1. waiting on u bolts. starting to sand and repaint the 8.25.
2. done. well kinda. before i just cut and relocated stock flares but now i have a set of tj flares so more cutting is needed. sweet!
3. cant do on my own. i need the help of someone who has exerperience with this kind of thing who could teach me.
4. Done. no more wabbly dangerous projectile hazard. even got one with working lid to! (had to piece 3 together to do so.
5. need to get hose from dealer
6. new t-stat. (stuck open since i got it. makes for a cold cold winter.
7. coolant flush. (looks like mud). will take care of with t-stat.

[xj4moab]

I feel your pain i just put a CFS in my TJ you have to love Jeep for their radiators some one should tell them Plastic is not the answer to every thing :thumbup:

Well, I just found a puddle of antifreeze under the TJ. Yahoo. :banghead: It's oozing around the top end of the radiator, where the plastic end is clamped to the aluminum center. It's also leaking around the water pump gasket. Hopefully some stop leak will get me thru the FF.

I'm really going to enjoy getting the TJ done and not building something else for a change.

Jared:patriot:

[Clint]

#1 install e-brake on D44 (50% done)
#2 Re-install Fender Flare DONE!
#3 Install front alloy's and u-joints, external tube seals DONE!

#5 Hopefully install front locker.. DONE! WHoo Hooo!
Edit:
#6 replace regulator on OBA setup. Done!
#7 Fix trackbar Done!
#8 Paint Fender damage Done!
#9 Change Oil and both diffs DONE!

Couple more small things and I'm ready to go!

[DaveW]

Still a good list. Maybe I'll make it.

1) install new rear axle & add 1" lift
2) install ACOS & BPEs
3) get D30 regeared to 4.56
4) make up my mind on what 33" tire to get
5) get new tires and maybe wheels
6) install new xfercase skid plate

[_devildoll1]

I need a trailer!!!

[stewie]

I need a trailer!!!

me too.

[DeadEyeJ]

Well, I got both axles in with the 4.10's and finally had the chance to back it out of the driveway. Made it about 2 feet before I heard the first BANG from the front axle. Apparently the front Quick-Lok is binding up and won't ratchet freely. So I guess I get to yet again jack it up, remove the unit bearings, remove the axleshafts, remove the diff cover, drain the gear oil, remove the carrier, remove the ring gear, see what's going on in there, then do it all again in reverse. Pray for me. I really needed this time to be installing the rock rails, lights, and CB. It wouldn't be bad to have some time to drive it around locally before I hook up my trailer and drive it down to Moab to be abused on the trail for a solid week. This sucks.

Jared:patriot:

[xj4moab]

I hate to say this but at least I’m not the only one this happens to. I do hope thing get better for you.


Well, I got both axles in with the 4.10's and finally had the chance to back it out of the driveway. Made it about 2 feet before I heard the first BANG from the front axle. Apparently the front Quick-Lok is binding up and won't ratchet freely. So I guess I get to yet again jack it up, remove the unit bearings, remove the axleshafts, remove the diff cover, drain the gear oil, remove the carrier, remove the ring gear, see what's going on in there, then do it all again in reverse. Pray for me. I really needed this time to be installing the rock rails, lights, and CB. It wouldn't be bad to have some time to drive it around locally before I hook up my trailer and drive it down to Moab to be abused on the trail for a solid week. This sucks.

Jared:patriot:

[Brad M.]

#5 Hopefully install front locker.. DONE! WHoo Hooo!

Nicely done! So does this alter your trail agenda? :D :D

[DaveW]

Still a good list. Maybe I'll make it.

1) install new rear axle & add 1" lift
2) install ACOS & BPEs
3) get D30 regeared to 4.56
4) make up my mind on what 33" tire to get
5) get new tires and maybe wheels
6) install new xfercase skid plate
1) - mostly done., need to seat center pin in correct hole and install new driveshaft
2) - Done
3) - happening now
4) - where can I get 15x8 rims with 4" back space?
5) - waiting on #4
6) - not done
7) - replace D30 upper control arm bushings
8) - re-install D30
9) - replace fuse holder on CB wires

Even after checking off a few things the list is now longer.:repair:

[DeadEyeJ]

I hate to say this but at least I’m not the only one this happens to. I do hope thing get better for you.

You know, I don't mind things breaking down on the TJ now and then. It's to be expected. I just hate when 5 different major things break down within 10 days of the largest off-roading trip I will be doing this year.

By the way, how difficult is replacing the transfer case chain and where do I get one now or sooner? Don't ask why.

Jared:patriot:

[DrMoab]

You know, I don't mind things breaking down on the TJ now and then. It's to be expected. I just hate when 5 different major things break down within 10 days of the largest off-roading trip I will be doing this year.

By the way, how difficult is replacing the transfer case chain and where do I get one now or sooner? Don't ask why.

Jared:patriot:
have you ever done an SYE? If so you can replace the chain.

If not...go to Tom Woods website and get the PDF file to instal a SYE. It will give you step by step directions. You don't even need to pull the case all the way out.

[xj4moab]

You can check with Dave down at Cutrubus or get one from Crown as for doing it you just need a good set of snap ring pliers and a socket set it's real easy take off the tail cone and rear output shaft then you can split the case and replace the chain i can do one in less than an hour now.

You know, I don't mind things breaking down on the TJ now and then. It's to be expected. I just hate when 5 different major things break down within 10 days of the largest off-roading trip I will be doing this year.

By the way, how difficult is replacing the transfer case chain and where do I get one now or sooner? Don't ask why.

Jared:patriot:

[DrMoab]

i can do one in less than an hour now.
Was that an offer I heard??? Hehe :D

[xjblue]

Quote:
Originally Posted by xjblue
I always have a big list, got started early on the XJ this year and knocked a couple things off the list.

MJ
#1 almost everything (optional)

XJ
done; replace bad motor mount
done; OME steering stabilizer
done; replaced oil adapter o rings, no more leak
done; replaced broken ds rear spring center pin
done; swapped out old bumper for new
done; new deck and replaced speakers
#1 plug leaky cargo area
#2 Finish sub/cargo box
#8 Install backup lighting (optional, putting it off since 04')
#12 clean NSS
#15 Rear Brakes



#1 and 2 in progress, should be done easy before go time
#8 also in progress, prepared final factory dash switch location...
#12 may not bother with it this close to go time.
#15 this may be my annual last minute job
#3,4,5,6,7,9,10,11,13,14 = perhaps by next spring

[xj4moab]

:smoker: :gag: :bawl:

Was that an offer I heard??? Hehe :D

[DaveW]

Still a good list. Maybe I'll make it.

1) install new rear axle & add 1" lift
2) install ACOS & BPEs
3) get D30 regeared to 4.56
4) make up my mind on what 33" tire to get
5) get new tires and maybe wheels
6) install new xfercase skid plate
1) - Done
2) - Done
3) - Done, need to pick it up tomorrow.
4) - where can I get 15x8 rims with 4" back space?
5) - waiting on #4
6) - waiting until the items completed to make the jeep is drivable
7) - replace D30 upper control arm bushings
8) - re-install D30
9) - replace fuse holder on CB wires

One more checked off. :repair:

My list is starting to look like Clint's...

[DrMoab]

4) - where can I get 15x8 rims with 4" back space?

You listen like a brick!

Talk to Keith.

[ROOK1]

I think Keith is in SLC now.

[DrMoab]

I think Keith is in SLC now.
He is..but he is still willing to help.

[DeadEyeJ]

Well, the locker is a lost cause. I've installed it with both thrust washers, one washer, and no washers. It still sounds terrible. I looked up the factory specs and set it up within 0.003" of exact desired clearance and it still pops, jerks, bangs, binds and self destructs. I must have an out-of-spec carrier. It worked flawlessly in the D30 from my XJ, quiet and smooth. This is the 4th time in a week I've had the axle completely disassembled (shafts out, carrier out) in 5 days. This locker can go to hell.

So I'm not leading Pritchett with both diffs basically open. Still in for Behind the Rocks. That is all.

[DrMoab]

Well, the locker is a lost cause. I've installed it with both thrust washers, one washer, and no washers. It still sounds terrible. I looked up the factory specs and set it up within 0.003" of exact desired clearance and it still pops, jerks, bangs, binds and self destructs. I must have an out-of-spec carrier. It worked flawlessly in the D30 from my XJ, quiet and smooth. This is the 4th time in a week I've had the axle completely disassembled (shafts out, carrier out) in 5 days. This locker can go to hell.

So I'm not leading Pritchett with both diffs basically open. Still in for Behind the Rocks. That is all.
Check the springs. I had the wrong springs in mine and it did the exact same thing.

New spring kit...problem solved. Best 10 bucks on that locker I ever spent.

[DaveW]

You listen like a brick!

Talk to Keith.
For the new ones yes. But if I find a good used set it might save me some $$.

[DaveW]

I think Keith is in SLC now.
Keith is at the BigO on the corner of West Temple and 2nd East.

[DeadEyeJ]

Check the springs. I had the wrong springs in mine and it did the exact same thing.

New spring kit...problem solved. Best 10 bucks on that locker I ever spent.

All 4 springs look great. They are the single springs, not the type with the reverse coil, smaller springs inside the normal springs. None of them are bent or anything wierd. They are the same springs that I was using it with in the XJ. It's just killing me that it worked so perfectly in the other axlehousing with an identical setup.

That being said - if anybody is amazing with lunchbox lockers please feel free to help me out tomorrow afternoon. I'll either be putting it together with help, or just putting the spiders back in. I've just had enough with it.

Jared:patriot:

[Geepfreak]

#1 Rear springs Done
#2 front springs yea, right
#3 new draglink, tie-rod. Kind'a
#4 get the cage and rear tube fenders done. LOL

Anyone else?

edit: #5 atleast 2 new tires.(crappy Pro-comp anyway)Done

need to add:
Get Spencer's cracked steering side frame fixed/done
Get Cody's oil leaks and exhaust fixed/done.

:D

[stewie]

here is my updated list
1. waiting on u bolts. starting to sand and repaint the 8.25.
2. done. well kinda. before i just cut and relocated stock flares but now i have a set of tj flares so more cutting is needed. sweet!
3. cant do on my own. i need the help of someone who has exerperience with this kind of thing who could teach me.
4. Done. no more wabbly dangerous projectile hazard. even got one with working lid to! (had to piece 3 together to do so.
5. need to get hose from dealer
6. new t-stat. (stuck open since i got it. makes for a cold cold winter.
7. coolant flush. (looks like mud). will take care of with t-stat.

1. u bolts and shims in, axle painted ready to go in. anyone will in to help with it?
2. flares done
3. would like locker help at the same time as the axle swap.
4. consol done.
5-7. not done yet.

have baby, DONE! http://www.smiling-faces.com/smilies/diaper.gif

[Geepfreak]

need to add:
Get Spencer's cracked steering side frame fixed/done, DONE
Get Cody's oil leaks and exhaust fixed/done.

:D

[DrMoab]

All 4 springs look great. They are the single springs, not the type with the reverse coil, smaller springs inside the normal springs. None of them are bent or anything wierd. They are the same springs that I was using it with in the XJ. It's just killing me that it worked so perfectly in the other axlehousing with an identical setup.

That being said - if anybody is amazing with lunchbox lockers please feel free to help me out tomorrow afternoon. I'll either be putting it together with help, or just putting the spiders back in. I've just had enough with it.

Jared:patriot:
Then that is the problem...I am betting a hundred bucks on it.

Here is the story...when I bought my locker it came with single springs. I put it together and it was doing EXAXTLY what you said yours was doing. When I took it apart the springs and pins were messed up. I ordered a new spring kit with pins and the new kit came with the double spring inside of spring setup.

Put them in and never had another problem with it.

[Geepfreak]

Here is the story...when I bought my locker it came with single springs. I put it together and it was doing EXAXTLY what you said yours was doing. When I took it apart the springs and pins were messed up. I ordered a new spring kit with pins and the new kit came with the double spring inside of spring setup.

Put them in and never had another problem with it.


Double springs are the fix, Ryan is correct! ask me how I know...

[DaveW]

1) install new rear axle & add 1" lift
2) install ACOS & BPEs
3) get D30 regeared to 4.56
4) make up my mind on what 33" tire to get
5) get new tires and maybe wheels
6) install new xfercase skid plate
7) replace D30 upper control arm bushings
8) re-install D30
9) replace fuse holder on CB wires

1) - Done
2) - Done
3) - Done
4) - I thinks it's done
5) - not done - Hope to do that tomorrow
6) - not done
7) - Done
8) - Done
9) - not done

Now that the jeep is put back together I need to work on the driveline vibs. Where do you get degree shims same day and on Saturday?
I may not get time to measure the angles correctly until after 5:00 PM today.

The list is getting short. That is a good thing because the time is getting shorter. :repair:

[Geepfreak]

need to add:
Get Spencer's cracked steering side frame fixed/done Done
Get Cody's oil leaks and exhaust fixed/done. Done



Now, to get the Woody done by tomorrow..:conceited

[xj4moab]

Iare you going to do that i am going to stop by you place in the morning and drop off the lock right.

Now, to get the Woody done by tomorrow..:conceited

[DeadEyeJ]

Anybody have a set of those double springs laying around? I'm desperate, as six states will surely have to order them in. At least they did last time I needed some.

Jared:patriot:

[DaveW]

1) install new rear axle & add 1" lift
2) install ACOS & BPEs
3) get D30 regeared to 4.56
4) make up my mind on what 33" tire to get
5) get new tires and maybe wheels
6) install new xfercase skid plate
7) replace D30 upper control arm bushings
8) re-install D30
9) replace fuse holder on CB wires

1) - Done
2) - Done
3) - Done
4) - I thinks it's done
5) - not done - Hope to do that tomorrow
6) - not done
7) - Done
8) - Done
9) - Done

I've been wrenching to much. :gee: I need to go wheeling!!!!

[stewie]

1. swap in 8.25 in rear
2. TRIM!!!! my tires are rubbin the flares off! (immoral support needed for cutting sheet metal though. maybe by the time were done my balls will have dropped.)
3. install Aussie locker (help needed)
4. install unbroken center consol
5. maybe relplace holey gas tank fill neck
6. new t-stat. (stuck open since i got it. makes for a cold cold winter.
7. coolant flush. (looks like mud). will take care of with t-stat.
8. Have Baby!

1. ready to swap in. just need an extra set of hands for some beer.
2. DONE. thanks Matt for the flares!
3. DONE. Thanks for the help Jeremy!
4. DONE. i even have a working lid!
5. not done yet. maybe before FF, maybe not
6. not done yet. pushed to back burner till i get a chance to breath.
7. see #6
8. DONE!! and she has some beautiful steel blue eyes.

4 out of 8 aint bad is it?

[DrMoab]

Anybody have a set of those double springs laying around? I'm desperate, as six states will surely have to order them in. At least they did last time I needed some.

Jared:patriot:
Talk to....man I hate to say this....Tera plus. (ouch that hurt)

When they were mepco they kept them in stock.

[Geepfreak]

Talk to....man I hate to say this....Tera plus. (ouch that hurt)
X2
When they were mepco they kept them in stock.

And I have a spare set of double springs..

[Geepfreak]

Ya ever have one of those trips, and it hasn't even started yet:soapbox:

With only half my list done to begin with, the Heep decided to throw another one at me. I went to load it on the trailer, well, it's not on the trailer yet:flamemad:

We are still leaving tomorrow morning, but I may just spend the whole week working on it, rather than running trails.:smoker:

[jmaxj]

I may just spend the whole week working on it, rather than running trails.:smoker:
that's one of those trips were you just get drunk all week and check out everybody elses carnage:D

[stewie]

well i left a big one off my list.

with getting ready for the baby, and getting the jeep ready and having family coming and going from my place i have spaced reserveing a room/campground.

if anyone has an extra bed in thier hotel room or space to put a tent up in the corner of their site, it would be much apreciated. im more than willing to pay for my fair share of the space used.

thanks a bunch

[DrMoab]

well i left a big one off my list.

with getting ready for the baby, and getting the jeep ready and having family coming and going from my place i have spaced reserveing a room/campground.

if anyone has an extra bed in thier hotel room or space to put a tent up in the corner of their site, it would be much apreciated. im more than willing to pay for my fair share of the space used.

thanks a bunch
You can use the back of my truck....it seems to get used quite a bit.

[Geepfreak]

You can use the back of my truck....it seems to get used quite a bit.

It's quite comfy, from my experience...

[DrMoab]

It's quite comfy, from my experience...
:D:D:D Seriously though...I bet we could park it at someones tent site. Lemme know Stewie.

[ROOK1]

well i left a big one off my list.

with getting ready for the baby, and getting the jeep ready and having family coming and going from my place i have spaced reserveing a room/campground.

if anyone has an extra bed in thier hotel room or space to put a tent up in the corner of their site, it would be much apreciated. im more than willing to pay for my fair share of the space used.

thanks a bunch
Call Slick Rock. I just booked mine last week and they said they had plenty of space. I had to push them into reserving a space for me. They kept saying dont worry we have plenty of spots.

http://www.slickrockcampground.com/

P.S. Print the coupon and make sure you take it with you when you check in. They will not honor after the stay.

[Geepfreak]

Stewie, push come's to shove, I have a bunk bed in our cabin thats open. I tried to offer to the Doc and misses, but they wanted nothing to do with my cabin... :dunno:

:D

[jmaxj]

if it comes down to it you can toss your tent up in my yard if you need to

[JeeperG]

I am ready see ya in the morning.

[jmaxj]

I am ready see ya in the morning.
ok see ya, drive safe and stuff:)

[JeeperG]

ok see ya, drive safe and stuff:) Of course, till my alarm goes off. :D

[Clint]

#1 install e-brake on D44 DONE!
#2 Re-install Fender Flare DONE!
#3 Install front alloy's and u-joints, external tube seals DONE!

#5 Hopefully install front locker.. DONE! WHoo Hooo!
Edit:
#6 replace regulator on OBA setup. Done!
#7 Fix trackbar Done!
#8 Paint Fender damage Done!
#9 Change Oil and both diffs DONE!
EDIT
#10 Locate new RE Joint !!
#11 Pack

Couple more small things and I'm ready to go!


I'm pretty much ready to go. Just need to wash the mud off from this weeks adventure and I'm ready to roll. I am in great need of an RE joint though. Or does anyone have a spare RE Track bar? I can drive it, just would prefer to get the joint fixed.

[DeadEyeJ]

Clint, I have an old RE control arm with the heim joint still intact and installed. You're welcome to it if you pull it out. I'm not sure of the condition, but it's fairly tight and it's all there.

[DeadEyeJ]

http://www.naxja.org/forum/showthread.php?t=98774

[stewie]

reservation done. staying at SL in a tent site.

[DeadEyeJ]

Well, I was a bad Mormon today and installed my CB and aligned my Jeep. I'm heading out in about 45 minutes.

Looks like the rockrails will wait. At least they should cover any dents I get!

Jared:patriot:

[DrMoab]

Well, I was a bad Mormon today and installed my CB and aligned my Jeep. I'm heading out in about 45 minutes.

Looks like the rockrails will wait. At least they should cover any dents I get!

Jared:patriot:
I married a bad Mormon...they are good peoples :D

[Geepfreak]

I'm heading out in about 45 minutes.

Jared:patriot:
The weather has been really nice down here today..:D

[DrMoab]

The weather has been really nice down here today..:D
Where are you getting on the Net at?

[stewie]

Well, I was a bad Mormon today and installed my CB and aligned my Jeep. I'm heading out in about 45 minutes.

Looks like the rockrails will wait. At least they should cover any dents I get!

Jared:patriot:

and durring conferance too. bad bad bad LDS boy. lol

the only thing i have left to do is swap out my 35 for the 8.25. everything else will wait until after. i think i will try it tomorrow.

[Geepfreak]

Where are you getting on the Net at?
Moab rim campground, sitting in my air conditioned cabin..:D

[_devildoll1]

I got a set of TJ fender flares (like Jackels) and I need some help to get them on. So if anyone gets really board swing on down here and give me a hand, not sure if I need to trim the fenders or what to do.

[stewie]

I got a set of TJ fender flares (like Jackels) and I need some help to get them on. So if anyone gets really board swing on down here and give me a hand, not sure if I need to trim the fenders or what to do.

a good amount of front trimming is required for TJ flares. i just did mine. i did the fold method on the rear and mounted them right under the rear doors with some self tapping bolts. the front was the easiest for me. i just put the flares where i wanted and traced the inside where to cut. of course i ripped out the splash guard then for astetics spraybombed the wheel well black.

[ROOK1]

reservation done. staying at SL in a tent site.
Salt Lake? That's going to be a long commute each morning. :D

[stewie]

Salt Lake? That's going to be a long commute each morning. :D

Slick Rock. a type-o

[ROOK1]

Slick Rock. a type-o

When are you leaving?

[DrMoab]

Hook up trailer
Load jeep done
Buy gas. done
Pray Waiting for Dan to help. He is being resistant.
:D

9:00Am departure time if anyone cares.

[ROOK1]

9:00Am departure time if anyone cares.
I didn't ask you. But good to know. Drive safe, see you on Wednesday.

[DrMoab]

I didn't ask you. But good to know. Drive safe, se you on Wednesday.
I know you didn't ask me.

if anyone cares

should have made that perfectly clear.:doh:

The people I hang out with....:D

[stewie]

ill be leaving early morning on tues. (3-5am) how long does it take to get to Moab?

[DrMoab]

ill be leaving early morning on tues. (3-5am) how long does it take to get to Moab?
4.5 hours from Layton at speed limit

[XJumpmaster]

Damnit!!!!!!!! Wish I was going!!!!!!!!! Again!!!!!!! LOL

[Clint]

Clint, I have an old RE control arm with the heim joint still intact and installed. You're welcome to it if you pull it out. I'm not sure of the condition, but it's fairly tight and it's all there.

Thanks, but I need the small joint, I didnt specify sorry. The control arms all had the larger joints.

[Clint]

1) - Done
2) - Done
3) - Done
4) - I thinks it's done
5) - not done - Hope to do that tomorrow
6) - not done
7) - Done
8) - Done
9) - not done

Now that the jeep is put back together I need to work on the driveline vibs. Where do you get degree shims same day and on Saturday?
I may not get time to measure the angles correctly until after 5:00 PM today.

The list is getting short. That is a good thing because the time is getting shorter. :repair:

Hey Dave, what tires did you end up with?

[DaveW]

Hey Dave, what tires did you end up with?
I get to demo some 33" on this trip. A really good guy let me borrow a set of 33x12.50s.
They are worn and do not have a very agressive shoulder so I can run them with minimal trimming. They were smaller that the MTR 33x12.50 spare I got from Jeremy.
My control arms are a bit short. The tire sits back in the wheel well. Once I get longer control arms, I'll get some more agressive 33s.

[XJSpencer]

1. flush cooling system Done
2. Track bar brace. Jeremy did some stuff to it..
3. look at my frame cracks some more.... Done
4. borrow or buy a trailer. Nope

5. find out where some of the noises are coming from. Done

6. call a psychic to find out what will break. Done. She says I'm good to go this trip.

7. buy a new tow strap for when mine finally breaks Nope...See #6

8. maybe a 2low...Outta Time

mostly just what Ryan said though.

edit: 1. Decide if truck is ready for a trip to Moab and back...or talk wife into coming/ letting me take Tahoe. Done. The truck is scarier than the Jeep right now. I'm just driving down.


I'm going down Wednesday morning in time to run a trail wednesday.

[stewie]

got the 35 swapped out for the 8.25 tonight. THANKS MATT!! oh yah, if your kids werent arround, i would have humped your leg to show my apreciation. :wow: it will have to wait until you get to Moab :angel:

[ROOK1]

got the 35 swapped out for the 8.25 tonight. THANKS MATT!! oh yah, if your kids werent arround, i would have humped your leg to show my apreciation. :wow: it will have to wait until you get to Moab :angel:

1: Get tent spot as far away from Stewie as possible.:D

2: Pack Jeep.:exclamati

3: Buy tow strap. :scared:
4: Go to work 2 more times. :badpc:

5: "Pick-up" Cody's girlfriend. :gag:

[Clint]

#1 Roll outta bed
#2 Buy lunch stuff
#3 Ready my tow strap for Chris..
#4 Hope the trackbar lasts.

See you all around 1-2p

[stewie]

packing up the jeep. i dont think the wife will let me sleep too much. she keeps bugging me to help her pack for phoenix.

[jmaxj]

waiting and already been wheeling:laugh3:

[ROOK1]

Pulling out of SLC at 12:30. :) Under 24 hours to go. :yelclap: See you soon! :wave:

[IntrepidXJ]

Pulling out of SLC at 12:30. :) Under 24 hours to go. :yelclap: See you soon! :wave:

lucky bastard :anon:

:eyes:

[XJSpencer]

Pulling out of SLC at 12:30. :) Under 24 hours to go. :yelclap: See you soon! :wave:

We are pulling out around 5 am. Israel is too. Watch for stranded XJ's....You do have a strap don't you?

[stewie]

go to Fall Fling



DONE!!! im too tired to post up pics for now. gonna sleep and then unload and check over the heap in the morning.

[DrMoab]

go to Fall Fling



DONE!!! im too tired to post up pics for now. gonna sleep and then unload and check over the heap in the morning.
So your jeep made it home ok huh Giligan?