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Okay working on consolidation for our camping trips. Last trip was 3days in the sierra’s and everything seemed to go alright. One thing we are leaning towards is a 12v fridge. Wanted to see what others are running? I really don’t feel like spending $1k on an ARB or Dometic. I know it’s always...

The one you have (bent) is aftermarket Dana Spicer performance front shaft. You can find several similar on websites like 4Wheel Parts, Quadratech, Northridge4x4 or Reels Drivline. I do not believe the front shaft you show in the second picture will fit but others may know better. The second...

Replaced the rear axle shafts. Only reason it was needed? Bent flange! I will say I am really questioning the “seal replacement” I had done at a local shop. Looks like they might have just pulled the shafts, slapped a bunch of RTV on it and called it a day. Very suspicious of a reputable shop...

I've had a replacement exhaust manifold sitting on my bench for a year. Simply do to the fear of snapping off those horrible factory bolts. I still to this day can't believe manufactures don't use plated hardware in the engine block. Good luck.

Yeah. Last trip made it more noticeable. Driver rear has a good wobble now. Driving out to Utah, no issue. Only on the return home did I notice it. Maybe I'll try and take the wheels off and get a video before swapping shafts. At the flange I would expect .010-.020". Just enough to cause the...

Sounds very familiar. Changed just about everything I could short of new shafts. bearings seals rotor caliper pads break lines all the low hanging($) fruit I could After my last trip it became obvious its either a bent flange or shaft. New ones on order. You get yours figured out?

Utah 2022

Jeeps may be new to me but seen plenty of trail fixes over the years. Some of the stuff on my trips: U-Joints Tie-Rod ends 6" of radiator hose w/barbed fittings and hose clamps to match Spare Serpentine Belt Tons of electrical (Spare Wire, Connectors, Fuses, electrical tape) Seems to be most...

The girls were out of school so we met my brothers out in Utah for five days of wheeling and exploring. I’ll be making a video I’ll share later. Lots of fun, some new friends but no Moab. Cheers Scott

Some new lower control arm bushings. Slowly making my way around all the corners. Prep for Utah.

I dig the rims, good look. On my Toyo MTs 37/12.5 E rated, I run 27-28psi usually and that's right where they run and wear the best. Even a small move to 30psi I can feel the lugs and tell its cupping. I rotate my own tires every oil change. Too expensive to allow uneven where on these tires.

Front drive shaft is back in… And no noises. I’m at a loss unless it was a bad u-joint. The ones I removed were still in good shape and would not expect any noises or failures. With no noise to chase I’m playing a waiting game of “what fails first?” Very expensive game. With only a few weeks...

Finally getting parts and time. I’ll finish the rebuild of the front driveshaft tomorrow and throw it in. I don’t believe that is the source but U-Joints definitely needed a redo. Got the T-case kit ready to go if needed next.

I'm not too familiar with southern/central area but heading just about due east into the Sequoia Nat'l Forest you'll find plenty of beautiful spots. Drive a bit further east into Death Valley and check out some stunning views that look like other planets. And now is the time to go to Death...

Fluid was swapped about 2k ago as well. But I’m gonna pull the fill plug and grab a sample. See if there is any discoloration.

Possibly, but it just popped up the last few days and nothing but street driven lately. No leaks visible. I'll warm her up and pop it into 4wd (shaft off). We'll see if I can narrow it more. Thanks.

Yet another random noise from the 08' JK Rubicon. I can't isolate and identify it but looking for steps to do so. Sound comes at temperature at all speeds. Moves with speed regardless of gear (automatic). Both diffs had fluid changed within the last 3k miles. No sign of excessive wear in the...

New reservoir mounts to stop a rub in the front. Rotate the tires and re-torque the bead locks. Decent Friday.

I have the Synergy Support on my current setup and still have concern. The previous owner installed it and has had zero issues with the sector shaft in 10+ years of wheeling. And yes the Sector Shaft is a known weak link and can easily cripple a rig. Which I am always cognizant of. If I'm...

Where did get the mounting for the shovel/axe combo? Looks clean.