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In the process of buying a TJ/LJ

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#1 ·
Hey everybody I am in the process of buying an 06 LJ it's basically stock. Does anyone have any tips or tricks on any simple obvious modifications I should make any I can't live without my _ _ _
 
#12 ·
X3 on the OPDA. I replaced mine when it started to make a racket. Supposedly the replacement by Dorman is a good design because it allows engine oil to lubricate it. The factory ones were a "lubed for life" unit that would eventually seize up when all the grease leaked out.

Also check the cooling system. Mine had tap water in it at some point which rotted the entire system out. Replaced everything but the engine.
 
#14 ·
Evap hoses- I'm going through a 6-month long streak on my LJ of not being able to pass inspection due to the dang EVAP code throwing the check engine light. Found 2 cracked hoses today, as well as the engine leaking gas at the elbow brackets. Simple repairs, but throws you through loops trying to find them.


Enjoy the LJ though, best purchase I've ever made even though sometimes it can be a living nightmare.
 
#16 ·
No worries till it fails and you loose all oil pressure and or destroy your can gear either will bless you with an engine tear down

Ignorance is bliss
But maybe to prior owner replaced it for you

If buying a six speed see how it shifts and drive quite a bit to see if it pops out of gear

Most have issues and repair parts are unobtainable and priced accordingly

But a good ax-15 can take care of the tranny issue

Other flaws best of luck I would never buy an 05-06 and I own three 4.0 wranglers


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#21 ·
No worries till it fails and you loose all oil pressure and or destroy your can gear either will bless you with an engine tear down
Yes because of course the few owners that have experienced the problem always note the sudden and catastrophic failure without forewarning.

Ignorance is bliss
You would know this best.

But maybe to prior owner replaced it for you
Sure they did and at 18,000 miles to boot.

Most have issues ...
You have issues. Most notably NSG-OCD.

Other flaws best of luck I would never buy an 05-06 and I own three 4.0 wranglers
An irrelevant sample size of three. Do you want a cookie?
 
#22 ·
I feel like that, since we are all somewhat automotive aware, that every vehicle has its problems and are "notorious" for certain issues. Let's not forget that almost every new vehicle on the market had explosive airbags with shrapnel inside, wiring issues that caught fire, gas pedals that stuck, transmissions that wouldn't recognize park and killed scottie.

I mean really, are we so ignorant to put down vehicles even though every vehicle ever made has had issues. OR it comes down to maintenance, and yes, some people are idiots and don't take care of their vehicles and ruin them without ever knowing. So...yeah...just food for thought, we all have an opinion.


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#25 ·
Some people can't help disparaging what they don't own. Some hear a single or half a dozen horror stories and blow it out of proportion, assuming "most have issues", when they really don't. My 06 LJ with 6 speed manual is just fine, and I drive it off road all the time. I replaced the OPDA at about 88k miles, but not because the original failed. It never did. It was precautionary. Trans is just fine if you don't get lazy and leave it partially out of gear, and if you don't constantly try to downshift into first while moving at 30+ mph.
 
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