Novak Conversions Jeep Wrangler JK shifters

What did you do to your JK today?

Got the OHF frame chop rear bumper installed, I love it. Always hated the departure angle on JK bumpers, this is nice and tight up against the tub.
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I finished the reassembly and drove it.
No codes or issues so far w/ the original ECU, but I've been here before.

I might have solved it by replacing the oil pressure connector.
I probably avoided untold future problems by replacing the brittle injector plugs while I had it apart.
All I know for sure is that this thing had better start acting right, OR I'M GONNA START SEEING OTHER VEHICLES!
 
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WestCoastDan said:
I finished the reassembly and drove it.
No codes or issues so far w/ the original ECU, but I've been here before.

I might have solved it by replacing the oil pressure connector.
I probably avoided untold future problems by replacing the brittle injector plugs while I had it apart.
All I know for sure is that this thing had better start acting right, OR I'M GONNA START SEEING OTHER VEHICLES!
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I really hope you've got it licked! It sounds like you made a lot of progress, too. I almost hate to do this, and take it in the spirit posted, but...

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WestCoastDan said:
I finished the reassembly and drove it.
No codes or issues so far w/ the original ECU, but I've been here before.

I might have solved it by replacing the oil pressure connector.
I probably avoided untold future problems by replacing the brittle injector plugs while I had it apart.
All I know for sure is that this thing had better start acting right, OR I'M GONNA START SEEING OTHER VEHICLES!
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Best of luck!
 
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WestCoastDan said:
Ok, here’s where I’m at now.

First off, ZERO complaints w/ Wrangler Fix.

Cruising along on the freeway and the lightning bolt & CEL illuminated; pulled to shoulder and checked codes.
All of the previous codes were again present.
Cleared the codes and headed towards the next exit.
Codes returned at the stop light so I headed to the nearest parking lot to diagnose.
Cleared codes and checked battery connections as well as the plugs that connect to the ECU, then pointed it towards home.

Made it home w/o any issues.

Literally the only thing I did was jiggle the battery terminals and the 2 ECU plugs to ensure they were tight.


This makes me think the ECU was actually NOT the root cause, and I’m growing very suspicious of the wire harness that connects to the ECU.

I have the weekend to either dig into it more, or get started on the hunt for a new vehicle.
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Sorry to hear your having electrical issues . That’s a down side of the wrangler . When electronic bugs appear trying to fig it out without going bat shit crazy
 
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Replaced radiator and did oil change
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Almost had a mishap with oil filter . Oil filter was diff model than what was labeled on the box . At first was thinking possibly same unit just a diff or upgraded part #.
Nope . Phoned retailer and he checked to see if crossed referenced . Nope .
Exchanged for proper filter
Retailer mentioned sometimes guys will take more expensive filter and put in a less expensive box . Like if your that hard up for cash maybe changing oil should be the least of your concerns .
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Replaced radiator and did oil change View attachment 126730View attachment 126731

Almost had a mishap with oil filter . Oil filter was diff model than what was labeled on the box . At first was thinking possibly same unit just a diff or upgraded part #.
Nope . Phoned retailer and he checked to see if crossed referenced . Nope .
Exchanged for proper filter
Retailer mentioned sometimes guys will take more expensive filter and put in a less expensive box . Like if your that hard up for cash maybe changing oil should be the least of your concerns . View attachment 126732
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Sounds like an autozone issue employees putting stuff in the wrong box with returns ...I only use autozone for air fresheners and wipers
 
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I purchased a slightly used 2023 JL Rubicon Winch Bumper with LED fog lights from a guy on Marketplace last week. Yesterday i was able to get the stock bumper removed, winch plate and winch installed, and installed the Rubicon Winch Bumper. Everything was a direct bolt on switching to the new bumper. Only modification I had to do was extend the fog light harness on each side, as the new bumper has the fog lights on the outside of the frame rails. Even the fog light connectors on the new bumper were the same as the JK's connectors. I'm happy with how this turned out.
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Rich1961 said:
I purchased a slightly used 2023 JL Rubicon Winch Bumper with LED fog lights from a guy on Marketplace last week. Yesterday i was able to get the stock bumper removed, winch plate and winch installed, and installed the Rubicon Winch Bumper. Everything was a direct bolt on switching to the new bumper. Only modification I had to do was extend the fog light harness on each side, as the new bumper has the fog lights on the outside of the frame rails. Even the fog light connectors on the new bumper were the same as the JK's connectors. I'm happy with how this turned out.
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Looks good brother made a big difference 👍..keep upgrading and keep the shinny side up
 
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I purchased a slightly used 2023 JL Rubicon Winch Bumper with LED fog lights from a guy on Marketplace last week. Yesterday i was able to get the stock bumper removed, winch plate and winch installed, and installed the Rubicon Winch Bumper. Everything was a direct bolt on switching to the new bumper. Only modification I had to do was extend the fog light harness on each side, as the new bumper has the fog lights on the outside of the frame rails. Even the fog light connectors on the new bumper were the same as the JK's connectors. I'm happy with how this turned out.
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That looks great!
I actually like it better than mine, but I wont ever put a winch on this vehicle; that upgrade would be better suited on our TJ that still has stock bumpers to play with anyway...
 
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