Recent content by ttchad

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    Synthetic oil

    Whatever is the cheapest SYN but not a blend. Be careful changing the filter because the Cooler is delicate and I imagine in short supply. If I had to pay somebody it would be a drain/refill. I'll change the filter myself.
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    Manual transmission shifter moves around in low gears

    Just not too thick or winter driving might have a few too many missed shifts. I'm in the Mediteranean so we need elevation before we get cold weather.
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    Coming in from Hampton Roads VA

    Have you been down to Carova or Corolla NC yet? Kind of curious how its has changed over the past 40 yrs. Just don't forget to air down and wash afterwards.
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    Manual transmission shifter moves around in low gears

    I would recommend getting a drop light& torque wrench in order to get to know your new ride. Its probably nothing or you'd hear a knock going over speed bumps if it was a tranny/motor mount. Now if its jumps out of gear that's another issue. If you hear gear rattle you can run a thicker trans...
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    Buying a JK, newbie needs help

    I'd buy stock instead of inheriting other issues unless of course you know them well. Most Stock Jeeps have never even seen the dirt. Plus if it does not have 4.11 or 4.56 gears a lifted Jeep would suck for daily driving.
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    Jeep Wrangler jk 2011 2dr stock shocks lift height

    I think you should check for low mileage Rubicon take off's.
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    JK Superchips Trail Dash 2 Tuners

    I had one that I updated the firmware on 6 weeks ago. The app crashed and now I get errors. I have emailed Tech Support but not heard back. JSCAN can be used for turning off the seatbelt chime, adding a backup camera, tire pressure/Size, headlight mods ,using lockers in 4Hi & Swaybar disconnect...
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    Radiator woes

    Is this happening because of frame flex? I have not heard of another Chrysler product with this many Rad failures. Has anybody experimented with a floating mount of some sort?
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    Should I get a 2017 JK or a 2018 JL?

    Check out JSCAN. It's great for clearing codes and making changes. I turned off my seatbelt buzzer and adjusted the TPMS to alarm at 26PSI. 38 PSI from factory is a bit much.
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    Should I get a 2017 JK or a 2018 JL?

    at idle without the clutch engaged. Apply a little pressure to the shifter. If it gets quiet you are fine. No change at all means the spring holding your throwout probably has lost tension & is rattling on the shaft that holds it in place. Centerforce has a nice video that shows exactly what...
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    Should I get a 2017 JK or a 2018 JL?

    My 3.6 JK complaint. I'd like to be able to set fan speed and temps. I have a manual and in slow or stop & go traffic I turn on the AC to start the fan or defroster to maintain a 205-210 temp. I think the ECU turns it on at 235. Certain years may give you more control over fan speed, shift...
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    Daystar hood latch upgrade

    I had locking latches once. They delayed me from putting out a fire under the hood of a YJ.
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    Spacer recommendations? On 34 tire stock, wheels

    Just follow the directions, be safe and hub centric. I love the wider look but am too lazy to retorque or check them.
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    Should I get a 2017 JK or a 2018 JL?

    If you were over here in Naples Italy I 'd have a great deal for you. 2015 340000 mile JK Rubicon completely stock. Tired of paying taxes and insurance on it. Pulled out of the garage once a week for a 30 mile highway run. Nobody uses a garage here so I have to park my other 2 cars down the...
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    Dashcams and Dipshit Drivers

    What are the solutions for having 4 cams Front, Rear, Left & Right? With the ability to record.