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Tom
Have you hugged your Jeep today?
1. Explain to the questioner how good the search feature works (I use it a lot) and how easy it is to use.
2. If you want to post a repeat answer, look it up, then copy and paste it.
I just hate to see us dilute the volume here that keeps a lot of people peeking in every day (like me).
Terry
It has finally cooled off around here. Unfortunately, it is supposed to get hot again by the weekend, which will be my first chance in 3 weeks to take my Noble Black Steed out somewhere. Just my luck!
All in favor, say "Aye"
Those oppposed?
The motion carries.
I have learned something through all of this... we DO have a pretty cool search feature. I had not been taking advantage of it, though, since I didn't know how good it was.
It wasn't that I was upset over repeat questions that I was asking you guys about some new discussions. I just thought it might be cool to have designated places to go for specific info.
But, the points some of you made that doing that would cause less traffic in here make sense, and I sure don't want THAT to happen.
So... "NEVER MIND" (wasn't that Gilda Radner's line?)
Tom
Have you hugged your Jeep today?
Terry
Andrew
Anyways, i got back from my trip to Vermont. Beautiful up there, such a relief from Jersey. Found so many trails up there i didn't know what to do with myself, the only thing that stopped me was the gas running out. Had a little problem though..I thought i could make it through a pretty big pit of mud,, my friend thought so to,, so i figured what the heck i'll try it. Well, got stuck in it for a good 15-20 minutes. I thought i'd never get out, but after rocking back in forth 40 or 50 times i finally got out!!... BUT...I'm now noticing a light clicking noise in the tranny or clutch, not to sure what it is. It doesn't sound to bad but not going to take any chances. So my mechanic said he'll check it out for me on wednesday. It's only when i shift into 1st and reverse. Other than that it was a great trip, we found this trail near smugglers notch, (if that sounds familiar to any of you) it took us way up this hill that brought us to a view that was amazing. Mountains as far as the eye can see. Can't wait for my next trip up there, anyways i'll be crossing my fingers that it's nothing to serious with her tranny.....
If you never need to winch or be winched or take a tow strap, you just ain't pushin' the limits enough.
So, did you manage to get yourself out of that one, or did ya need some help? Do you have mud tires on your Jeep or All Terrains? Mud tires make a HUGE difference, if you get them spinning fast enough to self-clean (mud flies out of from between the lugs when the tire spins fast enough, and the tire can take a fresh bite when it rotates back around down into the mud again).
Did ya get any pics?
Tom
Have you hugged your Jeep today?
I could sure use another wheelin' bud! I told you guys what happened to me Saturday... drove all the way down to Turkey Bay and just sat there waiting for someone in a Jeep to show up.
Tom
Have you hugged your Jeep today?
Another reason is that, unsurprisingly, mud gums up the works. Have your mechanic check your brakes, and if it were mine I'd change the axle fluids. It would also be a good idea to give the underneath a good wash.
Next time your friend says you can get through a mud pit with ease........ send them on ahead to check the depth.
:-)
Billy, Mac is exactly right. Mud ain't real good for your Jeep in the long run. It has a way of getting into places where you don't want it to be. It can get into your differentials, grease fittings, transmission, clutch, etc.
Yeah, Jeeps are made to handle some mud, but we're just saying, it is not good to make a habit of playing in mud, unless you are prepared to go to extremes in maintenance, like replacing differential and tranny fluids often.
I doubt if you hurt anything by just doing what you have done so far, though.
Tom
Have you hugged your Jeep today?
I've got to get out on a trail somewhere this coming weekend - it's been too long!
Mtngal, I hear ya about those rain storms. We've been getting a LOT of sandstorms here at Edwards the last month or so from those storms. Makes keeping a car clean darn near impossible. I've put some pictures from those storms up in Webshots at http://community.webshots.com/user/skimblz_.
I'm also going to be putting pics there of the upgrades I'm doing to my 97 TJ. Got the audio in there this past weeked (gotta love 6x9's a foot from the head!)
I don't have the patience to stand there with a wide open shutter, with heavy winds and lightning like that in the area.
-Paul
Also, I read yesterday on here that the TJ could handle 31's with no problem if they are the 9.5" wide variety? Is this correct? I just want to make sure I don't get a too big a wheel/tire set using one of the above wheel types, and not have it rub. So if I read correctly, I can put a 31" tire on those wheels, but if I don't want to rub, I can't go bigger than 9.5" wide.
-Paul
The ones of Edwards are awesome, along with one of the Mammoth photos. Just as I was looking at them a co-worker came in and knew exactly where they were taken.
Going back to Wranglers - that '97 looks like it is in excellent condition. It's going to be fun seeing how it all comes together as you work on it.
We had exhaust manifold leaks (and broken bolts) to get replaced. We knew about this when we bought it, but before we did that, the catalytic converter took a nose dive. It sounded like a baby rattle. So... 1,000 later, it runs GREAT and has a bit more oomph.
To this point, I've yanked the nasty carpet and put in new carpet from JCWhitney, but went with black. Looks great! We're transforming the tan interior to a black/tan interior. We're replacing the top with a black denim sailcloth top (and coordinating safari bikini top running front to back) that should be here this weekend. I've also ordered cloth tan/black seat covers (from jparts.com) to hide the vinyl and cracks that are visible. Just this weekend, we did the audio. I want to put 30 or 31's on it. My daughter doesn't like the Canyons, but admittedly hasn't seen them so I sent her pictures of twylie's Jeep from his site.
I also have a few trim pieces to put on to cover scratches in the door sills. I have a fire extinguisher for her and a couple of the Uhoh handles for the riders in the back. I plan to add fog lights and black tubular bumpers (any recommendations on manufacturer here?), but I need to figure out if the fog lamp wiring is in place.
I have one switch that, when you pull off the cover, has some type of wiring. I don't know if that would be for a fog lamp, rear defrost or rear wiper (I don't have a hard top). Any input would be great here too.
The last gotchas I have are a leaking valve cover that is on my list too. I have the goop to seal it, I just haven't done it. It's a minor leak at best. I also have a pinion seal leak that I'm not too sure is even a leak. I've look all over the front suspension and can't find any drips at all, so I'm wondering if it may be runoff from an earlier problem.
-Paul
31's would be my preference.
You also mentioned the spacers. How hard are those to install for the steering? Can I do it myself? Do you have any images of those installed?
I apologize for the ignorant questions, but my technical expertise on cars is limited to basic stuff, and virtually none of it 4x4 type stuff. I've never even put new wheels on any of my cars - trusting the manufacturer to get it right.
-Paul
When you can see where they are, and how they work, it will be obvious where and why you have to fit the washers.
-Mike
Not much of a market for a Kia door, but for a Jeep it's a different matter. Take a look on eBay.
:-(
-Paul
Anyhow, I looked it up for you and the FSM says "a cured gasket is part of the engine cylinder head cover."
Under installation is the following:
"NOTE: The original dark grey gasket material should NOT be removed. If sections of the gasket material are missing or are compressed, replace the engine cylinder head cover. However, sections with minor damage such as small cracks, cuts or chips may be repaired with a hand held applicator. The new material must be smoothed over to maintain gasket height. Allow the gasket material to cure prior to engine cylinder head cover replacement."
Just goes to show what making assumptions does!
:-)
But then my daughter would never be driving it.
Here's another wheel question: do you know if the material between the Moab (Rubicon) wheels is made of any softer material than the Canyons? I've heard rumblings about how easy it is to scratch the Rubi wheels, but I'm thinking that they are the same material, just with the Rubicon wheel design, they are just more apt to scratch.
What cha think?
-Paul
The Canyons, and I believe the Moabs and Ravines also, have 5.5" backspacing. You should be able to go with 31 x 10.50s, with the only possible problem being a rub of the front tires at full turn of the steering wheel, and this is EASILY fixed, as has been mentioned.
As long as you end up with wheels with no more than 5.5" backspacing, you can go with 10.50s.
Tom
Have you hugged your Jeep today?
What would I do w/o you both? You make everything easy for us new TJ owners. I just wish I could make the upgrades to my WJ.
-Paul
The new four cylinder engines have 150 HP vs. 120 HP for the older ones. I'm sure this helps.
Best thing you could do would be to test drive one, and get it out on the highway. Try to find a long hill to go up, and see what you think.
I would definitely prefer a four cylinder Jeep to no Jeep at all!
Around town and on the trails, the four does just fine. I wheel with lots of people who have the SE model, and they are not one bit limited in their off roading because of the engine. (You are in four wheel drive low range most of the time on the trails, and the low range makes the four cylinder plenty strong enough.)
Tom
Have you hugged your Jeep today?
For daily driving though, it is fine for what we do with it.
If you can't get a top end model, try the Wrangler X, where you basically get an SE but with the 6cyl.
-Paul
So what would you consider to be a good deal for 5 very good condition Canyons?
My daughter finally saw some (thanks to twylie's site) and she REALLY loves em - more so than the Moab's.
I've seen them for around 5-600 for all 5 wheels (I'd be buying new tires anyway). What ya think?
-Paul
Mine had a few light scratches from wheelin', but nothing you would even notice, unless you almost stuck your nose down on them.
If the wheels are in real good condition, I would say $500 is reasonable (for five).
You wouldn't believe the price of brand new ones! They are over $400 apiece through DC, which is the only source I know of for brand new Canyons.
Tom
Have you hugged your Jeep today?
I appreciate your input. Without you, Mac, and twylie, I'd be pretty much clueless!
How's Ross Allen doin? I think my little girl Sheltie is pregnant, and she's 12! We'll find out more this afternoon.
-Paul
Man, you GOTTA be kidding about your doggy being pregnant at 12 years of age! I never heard of such a thing.
Let us know how it turns out.
Tom
Have you hugged your Jeep today?
Good luck getting the wheels. I looked at some when my Wrangler was in an accident and M2 was having problems matching the existing rims. I didn't know much about wheels etc. at the time, and before I came to any conclusions, they managed to find rims to match. I'm pretty sure the backspacing is different - the rims (not the tires) rub on a bolt when at full turn, while the other set of rims don't. It took me a number of years to figure it out, and only did with the help of this board (thank you, Tom).
We may keep the pups and give them away, but we'll see how it goes on Saturday.
As for the wheels, I got some Canyons last night for 100/wheel + shipping. We're ready for them to be here already so we can put some tires on them. This weekend will be full since the stuff from JC Whitney and the Jeep dealership get here tomorrow. It's a Jeep weekend!
-Paul
Tom,
Have you started a off-road club in your area? Doesn't have to be anything special. Just get some emails of whoever will go out there and setup a list on yahoo or where ever.
I got stuck kindof bad when I went wheeling by myself once. It can be hard to account for everything that could go wrong. I think I have some pics somewhere if I can find them.
Usually you don't buy these if you go off-road so if you think you will you may want to look for something else.
Here are 2 sites for some tublar ones. First one looks like a good price and the second ones should be mopar ones which I think you can order from the dealer as a option on 04s.
http://www.tellico4x4.com/bumpers/bumpomix.htm
http://www.wyckoff-mopar-parts.com/19bumtubsila.html
Here is a link to ones that hold up better on the trails and give you better clearance.
http://jeeperman.com/
You could always get the rear bumper by itself and then if you go with larger tires, add the swingaway tire carrier.
I hope the guy included them in the deal.
They have their own lug nuts, Paul, and they are beveled to fit the recessed area in the wheels. I don't think just plain old lug nuts would work, and they wouldn't look very good anyway.
They guy that is selling the wheels really shouldn't use them on some other wheel anyway, because of the bevel, so he ought to have thrown them in for you. That's what I did when I sold my Canyons... just gave them to the guy that bought the wheels.
If he won't let you have them, they can be bought through Quadratec for $1.95 apiece.
The Canyon wheel lug nuts are two piece construction, with an inner lug nut and an outer cap that has the surface texture and color to match the wheels.
You want to be sure to carry two different size lug wrenches, one to fit the lug nuts as they are, and one to fit the inner lug nut, in case the outer cap comes off or gets twisted off.
I can't remember the two sizes, but you can easily find out which sizes you need.
Tom
Have you hugged your Jeep today?
That info on the lugnuts is appreciated. I hope he included both pieces of the lugnut. It sounds like the second piece is like a cover. Is this the case and is it metal as well?
-Paul
Tom
Have you hugged your Jeep today?
She has 35,9XX miles on her now (just a tad over 35,900 but don't know the exact number). It's 68 miles to TB, and I usually only end up putting about 10 miles or less on her at TB.
The three years won't be up until December 8th, but the milegae will hit 36K tomorrow.
Tom
Have you hugged your Jeep today?
Tom
Have you hugged your Jeep today?