What did you do to your JK today?

I was just starting to feel good about where I'm at with this thing, then I made the rookie mistake of looking at the diagnostic report that the dealer provided.
I know they are alarmists and always looking to "upsell" goods and services at elevated prices and extended lead times, but they do have a pretty damned good parts manual.
From that list, I know I need the following:
Brakes, Differentials, and trans need to be serviced.
I also know there is at least 1 rear axle seal that has a minor leak.
So... Does the following plan of attack make sense?

1- Research brake options. I'll probably just get new everything, all the way around and be DONE (for a while, anyway).
1A- Order and set aside.

2- Review rear axle and seal options. These are high mileage and still original, they'll probably get replaced.
2A- Order and set aside.

3- Sell a kidney to recover funds.*
3A- *Doesn't have to be mine.

4- Service all of it at the same time to save a bundle on labor.*
4A- *Maybe even enough to buy back that kidney.
 
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WestCoastDan said:
I was just starting to feel good about where I'm at with this thing, then I made the rookie mistake of looking at the diagnostic report that the dealer provided.
I know they are alarmists and always looking to "upsell" goods and services at elevated prices and extended lead times, but they do have a pretty damned good parts manual.
From that list, I know I need the following:
Brakes, Differentials, and trans need to be serviced.
I also know there is at least 1 rear axle seal that has a minor leak.
So... Does the following plan of attack make sense?

1- Research brake options. I'll probably just get new everything, all the way around and be DONE (for a while, anyway).
1A- Order and set aside.

2- Review rear axle and seal options. These are high mileage and still original, they'll probably get replaced.
2A- Order and set aside.

3- Sell a kidney to recover funds.*
3A- *Doesn't have to be mine.

4- Service all of it at the same time to save a bundle on labor.*
4A- *Maybe even enough to buy back that kidney.
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From your previous posts, it seems you can do your own maintenance, so…this is all DYI and not terribly expensive. The leak would be my first concern, and where I would start. Are you having brake or transmission problems? If not I would start with the front brakes and finish up the list in whatever order you feel like. Nothing here seems like a huge problem, good luck!
 
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WestCoastDan said:
I was just starting to feel good about where I'm at with this thing, then I made the rookie mistake of looking at the diagnostic report that the dealer provided.
I know they are alarmists and always looking to "upsell" goods and services at elevated prices and extended lead times, but they do have a pretty damned good parts manual.
From that list, I know I need the following:
Brakes, Differentials, and trans need to be serviced.
I also know there is at least 1 rear axle seal that has a minor leak.
So... Does the following plan of attack make sense?

1- Research brake options. I'll probably just get new everything, all the way around and be DONE (for a while, anyway).
1A- Order and set aside.

2- Review rear axle and seal options. These are high mileage and still original, they'll probably get replaced.
2A- Order and set aside.

3- Sell a kidney to recover funds.*
3A- *Doesn't have to be mine.

4- Service all of it at the same time to save a bundle on labor.*
4A- *Maybe even enough to buy back that kidney.
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If I recall correctly the bearing needs to be removed to remove the seal. Then the bearing needs to be pressed on. It’s easy just need a press.
 
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Danarch said:
If I recall correctly the bearing needs to be removed to remove the seal. Then the bearing needs to be pressed on. It’s easy just need a press.
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You can get a loaner bearing slide puller from an auto store. I have put the bearings back in without a press in my younger days since they are somewhat self-aligning. Nowadays I would probably purchase a harbor freight arbor press and chalk up the cost to saved labor.
 
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tJKrider said:
You can get a loaner bearing slide puller from an auto store. I have put the bearings back in without a press in my younger days since they are somewhat self-aligning. Nowadays I would probably purchase a harbor freight arbor press and chalk up the cost to saved labor.
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If it was mine and all the work involved i'd replace the bearings also.
 
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tJKrider said:
You can get a loaner bearing slide puller from an auto store. I have put the bearings back in without a press in my younger days since they are somewhat self-aligning. Nowadays I would probably purchase a harbor freight arbor press and chalk up the cost to saved labor.
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That is exactly what I did. Got it on sale for $199 I think. Works great. The axle is slightly too long to fit. Added a wheels and that gave it enough height. Bought a couple of pieces of steel to hold the base in place. I drilled the holes prior to removing the angles so it would be square when I attached them.

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AUBoggs said:
Put new tires on today. First time using BFG K02s, can already feel the difference vs the hybrid AT/MTs. Smoother and significant reduction in road noise.
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Good choice.
The BFG K02's are my "go-to" tire for both of our Jeeps.
28PSI seems to provide the best ride, wear, and tracking on both of ours even though the tire sizes & vehicle weight, wheelbase, etc. are different.
 
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WestCoastDan said:
Good choice.
The BFG K02's are my "go-to" tire for both of our Jeeps.
28PSI seems to provide the best ride, wear, and tracking on both of ours even though the tire sizes & vehicle weight, wheelbase, etc. are different.
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I ran 26 PSI in the tires I replaced and that worked well. The 40 PSI the shop put in the KO2s was no bueno, I pulled off and aired down first chance I had.
 
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Got some new shoes for summer.

Mammoth D Window black steelies in 17x9 with a set of 35 x 12.50 Ironman MT's. Tried to go with something a little more budget friendly but still more capable than my winter Duratracs.

I also recently put on a rough country roof rack with matching tent. Cant wait for things to thaw out around here for some camping and riding.

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