Jeep Wrangler Forum - JK Jeep Wrangler Forum http://www.wranglerforum.com/ en Mon, 06 Sep 2010 03:54:17 GMT vBulletin 60 http://cdn.wranglerforum.com//images/misc/rss.jpg Jeep Wrangler Forum - JK Jeep Wrangler Forum http://www.wranglerforum.com/ Irritating noise in jeep? http://www.wranglerforum.com/f33/irritating-noise-in-jeep-60776.html Mon, 06 Sep 2010 03:15:21 GMT :banghead:I'm no vehicle guru so it may be nothing but in my 2007 unlimited I have a constant ringing noise when the lights are on. Anybody have an idea what this is? Thanks. ]]> JK Jeep Wrangler Forum Danger282 http://www.wranglerforum.com/f33/irritating-noise-in-jeep-60776.html Should I replace my my stock side steps with these? http://www.wranglerforum.com/f33/should-i-replace-my-my-stock-side-steps-with-these-60771.html Mon, 06 Sep 2010 02:33:24 GMT Should I replace my stock side steps with Smittybuilt SRC side steps? Which ones look better? My Jeep with stock side steps: Image: http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m280/bombero37a/Jeep/BlackRig2.jpg OR THESE? Should I replace my stock side steps with Smittybuilt SRC side steps?
Which ones look better?


My Jeep with stock side steps:




OR THESE?



This is a pic I found of a Rubi with the SRC side steps.



Im on the fence. ]]> JK Jeep Wrangler Forum Bombero37A http://www.wranglerforum.com/f33/should-i-replace-my-my-stock-side-steps-with-these-60771.html Warn Bumpers http://www.wranglerforum.com/f33/warn-bumpers-60767.html Mon, 06 Sep 2010 02:18:32 GMT So I need to get some new bumpers. I really was thinking about rugged ridge xhd but kinda lost interest in those. Anyone have the warn bumpers that can post up some pictures? Better yet lets just start a bumper picture thread so I can see all kinds of choices? I start with a picture of mine... So I need to get some new bumpers. I really was thinking about rugged ridge xhd but kinda lost interest in those. Anyone have the warn bumpers that can post up some pictures? Better yet lets just start a bumper picture thread so I can see all kinds of choices?

I start with a picture of mine but I'm sure you all know what stock plastic looks like:mad: ]]> JK Jeep Wrangler Forum chef1231 http://www.wranglerforum.com/f33/warn-bumpers-60767.html Used an entire tank of gas going nowhere! http://www.wranglerforum.com/f33/used-an-entire-tank-of-gas-going-nowhere-60762.html Mon, 06 Sep 2010 01:30:58 GMT And loved every minute of it!! Took out the Jeep Nekkid( top and doors off) and toured the great city of Richmond, Virginia!! LOL! A buddy of mine who is big into imports like MB and BMW wanted to see what it was like. He now wants to buy one. The weather was perfect! Turned heads everywhere... And loved every minute of it!! Took out the Jeep Nekkid( top and doors off) and toured the great city of Richmond, Virginia!! LOL! A buddy of mine who is big into imports like MB and BMW wanted to see what it was like. He now wants to buy one. The weather was perfect! Turned heads everywhere we went! ]]> JK Jeep Wrangler Forum Boosta http://www.wranglerforum.com/f33/used-an-entire-tank-of-gas-going-nowhere-60762.html Jeep T-shirt I found today... http://www.wranglerforum.com/f33/jeep-t-shirt-i-found-today-60758.html Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:05:30 GMT Was at a street fair today and spotted this t-shirt...had to have it. Nice quality shirt too.

I spoke to the guy a bit and told him I might have a few sales for him if I post this pic...pm me if you want a shirt too! I think it'd be $15, shipping included.

Hans
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]]> JK Jeep Wrangler Forum HansB http://www.wranglerforum.com/f33/jeep-t-shirt-i-found-today-60758.html <![CDATA[JK's clutch]]> http://www.wranglerforum.com/f33/jks-clutch-60756.html Sun, 05 Sep 2010 23:57:49 GMT Hey all just looking at switching up to a JK now and am looking at getting a 6spd manual tranny. I did some research and some owners have complained about clutch's wearing out at like 50,000km. Now obviously this is also based on how well you can drive a stick I guess but some complaints have also been that chrysler put a low quality clutch into the JK's. Just want to hear some opinions on anyone that either has a JK stick and if you've had that problem or if you know of this poor quality clutch. This will decide whether to go with a standard or auto tranny.

Cheers!

Chris ]]> JK Jeep Wrangler Forum wranglermania http://www.wranglerforum.com/f33/jks-clutch-60756.html Installed Hoist a top in Garage/SpiderWeb Shade on Jeep http://www.wranglerforum.com/f33/installed-hoist-a-top-in-garage-spiderweb-shade-on-jeep-60753.html Sun, 05 Sep 2010 23:47:04 GMT I spent most of yesterday installing the Lange Power Hoist a Top so that I could FINALLY get the top off of my Jeep, (2010 Jeep Rubi). I also put on the SpiderWeb Shade that I ordered weeks ago and I love it! The shade today was pretty nice and running the Jeep topless is way too cool. I plan... I spent most of yesterday installing the Lange Power Hoist a Top so that I could FINALLY get the top off of my Jeep, (2010 Jeep Rubi).

I also put on the SpiderWeb Shade that I ordered weeks ago and I love it! The shade today was pretty nice and running the Jeep topless is way too cool. I plan on taking it out to the beach tomorrow...should be nice if it doesn't rain early.

Anyway, here are some pics.....

Side view of topless Jeep and my dog


Back view of Jeep with SpiderWeb Shade


Top view of Jeep with SpiderWeb Shade



Lange Power Hoist with Hardtop Hanging

]]> JK Jeep Wrangler Forum STxWrangler http://www.wranglerforum.com/f33/installed-hoist-a-top-in-garage-spiderweb-shade-on-jeep-60753.html Smittybilt sliders http://www.wranglerforum.com/f33/smittybilt-sliders-60749.html Sun, 05 Sep 2010 23:06:52 GMT How about nobody laugh because many warned about this product and just help me out since i'm old and wrecked. The drivers side went on in 15 minutes, now about 90 minutes later, made up of swearing and grinding, I can only get three bolts on the other side. The last bolt nearest the rear wheel has no room for the nut. I do not want to remove the slider as I may not get lucky and get it back on again. I do not want to weld the bolt to the slider. How can you get the bolt out since it appears to be pressed in from above? Any suggestions? By the way my wife did 90% of the installation and I did the lifting and grinding. Guys, always marry an engineer. ]]> JK Jeep Wrangler Forum bcbud http://www.wranglerforum.com/f33/smittybilt-sliders-60749.html JK 4 door vs. TJ 2 door http://www.wranglerforum.com/f33/jk-4-door-vs-tj-2-door-60733.html Sun, 05 Sep 2010 18:21:04 GMT Howdy Anyone know if the JK is better at pulling a small trailer (4 x 8) wire mesh. Used for bring camping gear. Thinking of going from two to 4 door. Thanks Sean Howdy

Anyone know if the JK is better at pulling a small trailer (4 x 8) wire mesh. Used for bring camping gear. Thinking of going from two to 4 door.

Thanks

Sean ]]> JK Jeep Wrangler Forum Sblanck http://www.wranglerforum.com/f33/jk-4-door-vs-tj-2-door-60733.html <![CDATA[37" Tires]]> http://www.wranglerforum.com/f33/37-tires-60732.html Sun, 05 Sep 2010 18:15:47 GMT Anybody running 37" tires on their JK? If so how much lift do you have and what other mods did you need to do to get it to work? and how mcuh do you like it ]]> JK Jeep Wrangler Forum sub308 http://www.wranglerforum.com/f33/37-tires-60732.html <![CDATA[The 2011's are at the dealers]]> http://www.wranglerforum.com/f33/the-2011s-are-at-the-dealers-60724.html Sun, 05 Sep 2010 15:53:19 GMT At least here in Plymouth, MI they are. I have to say, I like the subtle interior changes with the black interior but have never cared for the two tone interiors in any vehicle. They were all base models with the soft top and manual tranny. At least here in Plymouth, MI they are. I have to say, I like the subtle interior changes with the black interior but have never cared for the two tone interiors in any vehicle. They were all base models with the soft top and manual tranny. ]]> JK Jeep Wrangler Forum jz68 http://www.wranglerforum.com/f33/the-2011s-are-at-the-dealers-60724.html Jeep mods and resale value http://www.wranglerforum.com/f33/jeep-mods-and-resale-value-60723.html Sun, 05 Sep 2010 14:51:29 GMT I think I have figured out why Jeeps seem to have such a high resale value. I am about to install 4.88 gears, a lift kit, wheels and new 35 inch tires. The total cost for all of the upgrades is going to be between $9K - $10K. :eek: So...I paid around $29,500 for my Rubi and will now have... I think I have figured out why Jeeps seem to have such a high resale value.

I am about to install 4.88 gears, a lift kit, wheels and new 35 inch tires. The total cost for all of the upgrades is going to be between $9K - $10K. :eek:

So...I paid around $29,500 for my Rubi and will now have around $38,500 in it. So....in a couple of years it might have a resale value of $28K to $30K.

As a newbie it's easy to overlook the costs of modding or upgrading a Jeep....it definitely gets pricey! ]]> JK Jeep Wrangler Forum STxWrangler http://www.wranglerforum.com/f33/jeep-mods-and-resale-value-60723.html Dented drivers side cowl-How to fix\replace? http://www.wranglerforum.com/f33/dented-drivers-side-cowl-how-to-fix-replace-60716.html Sun, 05 Sep 2010 11:06:12 GMT Yep I did it, apparently a lot of people have make this dumb a$$ mistake and I did too!!! Took the door strap off and the wind caught the door and flung it all the way open and put a nice dent in the cowl that I can see from a mile away and ruined my day!!!! :( :banghead: I have seen people... Yep I did it, apparently a lot of people have make this dumb a$$ mistake and I did too!!!
Took the door strap off and the wind caught the door and flung it all the way open and put a nice dent in the cowl that I can see from a mile away and ruined my day!!!! :( :banghead:

I have seen people getting those cowl covers, which I think would look dumb on the rock red model and calling those paintless dent remover guys.

Is it possible to purchase a new cowl from Jeep already painted and just have it replaced or would it be cheaper to just have dent removed?

My Jeep is too new to just leave it and it's pi$$ing me off so I need to fix it.

Anyone know the cheapest way to fix or replace this dent?

Thanks

Patrick
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]]> JK Jeep Wrangler Forum Ripnhl2005 http://www.wranglerforum.com/f33/dented-drivers-side-cowl-how-to-fix-replace-60716.html speedo? http://www.wranglerforum.com/f33/speedo-60712.html Sun, 05 Sep 2010 08:08:33 GMT Not what you might be thinking lol Ok so I just bought my JK sport a week ago and was Craigslisting. I found a brand new set of Rubicon suspension. I installed it on my new JK. Really rather easy I must say. Then at the dealer they had a set of Take offs for 625 for all 5 stock Rubicon wheels... Not what you might be thinking lol

Ok so I just bought my JK sport a week ago and was Craigslisting. I found a brand new set of Rubicon suspension. I installed it on my new JK. Really rather easy I must say. Then at the dealer they had a set of Take offs for 625 for all 5 stock Rubicon wheels and tires w tpms's. I promptly installed those. It has a nice stance, and nice wheels now. I feel I am one of the lucky ones that got a 6sp manual with 3:73 gears. Although admittedly I haven't driven much on the new tires yet, so I am not sure if I have lost any power.

I measured my stock tires and they were about 28.5 inches tall and my new ones are just a touch over 31. Do I need to mess with the speedo? and if so is that something I can do myself? And if so and you think I need to buy a tool/programmer what do you suggest?

Thanks in advance... ]]> JK Jeep Wrangler Forum adrenaline http://www.wranglerforum.com/f33/speedo-60712.html Question about my stock jk, 4.5bs wheels, and 295/70/17s http://www.wranglerforum.com/f33/question-about-my-stock-jk-4-5bs-wheels-and-295-70-17s-60706.html Sun, 05 Sep 2010 04:06:03 GMT Okay so the title says it all. I wanna swap some wheels and tires with a buddy of mine who owns a 07 rubi. His wheels have 4.5 inches of bs, and the tires he has are 295/70/17s. Right now, I am running 4.5 inch bs wheels and 265/70/17s with absolutely no problems. I also have a rugged ridge xhd... Okay so the title says it all. I wanna swap some wheels and tires with a buddy of mine who owns a 07 rubi. His wheels have 4.5 inches of bs, and the tires he has are 295/70/17s. Right now, I am running 4.5 inch bs wheels and 265/70/17s with absolutely no problems. I also have a rugged ridge xhd short winch bumper. Will this wheel and tire combo fit with no problems on and off road. If not, any suggestions on a possible spacer kit that would fit my problems. I dont see why I would need a lift, there is plenty of clearance in the wheel wells for 33's, but its the sidewalls that I am concerned about. Is 4.5 enough, or do I need bigger spacers? Thanks for the help jeepers! ]]> JK Jeep Wrangler Forum ncossey http://www.wranglerforum.com/f33/question-about-my-stock-jk-4-5bs-wheels-and-295-70-17s-60706.html