06JeepXKHEMI's Garage

[06JeepXKHEMI]

New to the forum, thought Id throw up some photo's of the stable.. First is my newly purchased 06 Commander LTD HEMI Jeep Green Metallic/Saddle Brown Leather QDII 2" Rough Country 1.25" SpiderTraxx 265/70 BFG T/A Flowmaster 50. Here are pics from sale, taking delivery next Wednesday!!!
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[06JeepXKHEMI]

I have a 96 ZJ LTD 5.2 all stock with K&N and Mopar Exhaust w/260k miles, not a spot of rust anywhere.. This is a daily driver gets 14.4mpgs city and 16.3-16.7s hwy. And last but not least 98 5.9 LTD charcoal/black stock with custom exhaust w/128clicks.. Ill get some shots up of these soon

[Matt]

you're off to a great start.... posting pics before its even in your possession; now that's what i call dedication!

Any plans for it? (i recommend skids first if you're planning on some wheeling trips)

[superacerc]

So those pictures weren't taken in NY then? Looks like Central park to me..... lol

[07JeepXK]

So those pictures weren't taken in NY then? Looks like Central park to me..... lol

I sense your sarcasm, but were from the state of NY. Not the city...AKA CANADA...lol

[06JeepXKHEMI]

you're off to a great start.... posting pics before its even in your possession; now that's what i call dedication!

Any plans for it? (i recommend skids first if you're planning on some wheeling trips)

HAHA dedication yes I cant wait to take delivery!! I have lots of plans, kind of a lost dog dont know where to start haha. Fortunately it already has the gas tank and transfer case skids, I plan on getting diff guard, front skid and CAI based off what you experienced guys already have, then Ill enjoy it for awhile til I get bored and the next bonus check comes in!! Although it has a few goodies, after the skids and CAI are done I am open to any suggestions as far as modifications, its on stock springs and shocks so maybe there???

Superacerc- hahaha no thats not upstate NY thats for sure!! Once I get it, there will be plenty of pics with upstate NY scenery..

[Sal-XK]

I recommend finishing off the armor. The stock skids are ok but any serious off road adventures will bring there weakness out. A belly guard and rock rails from steel armadillo should be hight on your list.

[Matt]

I'd personally bypass on the CAI for other mods, like the Steel Armadillo sliders... or get a high performance filter and the airaid MIT tube (beyond that there really aren't any gains for vehicles like these that you're not running WOT down a track).

And if you're interested, im going to sell my front guard/lights so i can save up for a new front bumper :cool:

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Thanks Ill definitely consider those recommendations, armor isnt expensive either outside bumpers which are over kill for anything Ill be doing.. As for the CAI I was going for the sound more than anything, I know they really dont do much for gains just music to my ears really, and based off reviews for protection from water the aFe seems to be recommended??? As far as suspension Im thinking OME eventually, any thoughts?

[Matt]

For the sound all you really need is the airaid MIT which replaces the stock intake tube and eliminates the baffles. That's what I run to also clean up the look of the engine bay and make it easier to work on stuff with the engine still running. $.02

[Matt]

Oh... and yeah, OME is definitely a good upgrade. I swapped out my RC spacer kit for the OME because my stock springs were having trouble handling the extra weight of armor.

[AJeepZJ]

I have a 96 ZJ LTD 5.2 all stock with K&N and Mopar Exhaust w/260k miles, not a spot of rust anywhere.. This is a daily driver gets 14.4mpgs city and 16.3-16.7s hwy. And last but not least 98 5.9 LTD charcoal/black stock with custom exhaust w/128clicks.. Ill get some shots up of these soon

I also had a 96 ZJ Limited with 5.2 and custom CAI... That thing was a monster. I miss it. It was also the same color as your XK. Nice garage!

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Thanks Matt, thinking OME will go on before winter, I wont need anything more than stock for now and armor... AJeepZJ, I love the 96 its my dads ride but Im DD it while waiting on the XK, he's got a company 2011 Jeep GC for now, only problem with ZJs it seems like there is always something to be fixed, although we've got containers and containers of parts, its never the "fun" stuff that needs fixin, guess you cant expect much with 260k.. The Jeep is clean, cleaner than most late models Ive seen.. Ive got a photobook link Ill put up of detailed pics.. Right now Im on the edge of my seat for my XK to arrive, truck driver said he might be a day early, so possibly Tuesday arrival!!

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Taking delivery tonight!!! Will post pics as soon as it arrived, t-2 hrs!!!

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Had some time to give her a quick clean for pics. She goes in for complete service tmrw so proper detail and pics will be Saturday/Sunday. Here she is..
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[Sal-XK]

Sweet it arrived in one piece

[Erk469]

Nice ride, i put the k&n cai on my 4.7 and it gave me better mpg 15 to 17 and better throttle response....

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[Matt]

..... and another one is born. :)

[stites-xk]

Nice xk man really like the color!

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[06JeepXKHEMI]

Another one is born that is correct!!! I loved these things before now Im addicted!!! I never realized how massive this thing is next to a ZJ and big it feels on the road, Ill be in one of these for many years to come.. She going in today for all fluids, plugs and some bushings we knew needed replacing, one being the front diff bushing. Flowmasters sound amazing Ill get a clip to put up soon..

[AJeepZJ]

XK's aren't born. They spawn from a cesspool.




j/k j/k...

Yeah I didn't have my 96 very long either. But It had two annoying things that needed fixing. The center display that shows whave 4x4 it's in, and what doors are on etc.. that thing fried. The memory seats seemed couldn't seem to the settings I put them on. The rear window wiper blade worked only ONCE a week. All small and minor things, but the engine, the power... the torque - the thing was a beast and it was a BEAUTIFUL Jeep. I always tease myself about buying another one. Probably won't happen, I'll be looking for another gas guzzler Jeep next year to snuggle up with the WK

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Yea always small things, I replaced the center display, had a few lying around... They are nice Jeeps, but NOTHING is like this XK!!! Really happy and impressed with it so far

[stites-xk]

Yea always small things, I replaced the center display, had a few lying around... They are nice Jeeps, but NOTHING is like this XK!!! Really happy and impressed with it so far

Just wait tell you wheel it!

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[06JeepXKHEMI]

Ive been waiting for that moment to wheel it, hopefully it will come sooner than later!!

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Had to snap this picture yesterday.. Its a generation of Jeeps, only one missing is my moms 96 ZJ 5.2 with 260k on it which looks as nice as the rest of them. Black ZJ is sister 98 5.9, then my XK and Dads red WK HEMI from work..
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[06JeepXKHEMI]

Today I put the front tow hooks on the XK, got a great deal on them. The best thing about these is that there are already holes drilled, very quick and easy install. Here are a few picks..
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[06JeepXKHEMI]

Just realized never posted pics of the k&n install. After the install I realized I needed some protection from water after removing the lower airbox so here are a few of what I came up with..
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What I ended up doing is modding the lower airbox to fit with intake and provide protection from water. There is more details under the intake section..
Next up is front and belly skid to prepare for Whispering Pines with 07JeepXK and few local rigs, then once money allows it, sliders will be next.

[stites-xk]

Nice man!

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[Sal-XK]

Nice man!

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X2 on that it's looking good!

[pjmjr508]

Looks great.

I have the same CAI system & will have to add the mod you have come up with.

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Thanks guys!!


Looks great.

I have the same CAI system & will have to add the mod you have come up with.
pjmjr the mod is easy to do, if you have any questions let me know

[pjmjr508]

Thanks guys!!


pjmjr the mod is easy to do, if you have any questions let me know

ty sir

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Painted the black plastic piece on the rear bumper, it was sun faded being from AZ.. Used Rusoleum truck bed coating, gave it a nice abrasive and protected feel. I load my 80lbs pitbull in and out of the back and his nails dont even make a mark.
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[06JeepXKHEMI]

Here's a video of the exhaust sound, cold start

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Inah9M1FRhI&feature=youtu.be

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Gas tank skid arrived today, just a few days late!! Tcase and gas tank skids will be going on as soon.. Also will be posting some pics from OME install!!!

[Core XK]

Gas tank skid arrived today, just a few days late!! Tcase and gas tank skids will be going on as soon.. Also will be posting some pics from OME install!!!

Nice! can't wait to see, after yesterday I am on the edge of my seat wanting to buy skids.....or load leveler shocks!!

[06JeepXKHEMI]

OME install pics..
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This was the front obviously.. Ran into little trouble for being late on a Friday night. Rear pics coming next post..

[06JeepXKHEMI]

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I have more pics but as you can see they are pretty blurry from my phone cause it sucks!! But the end result is awesome!! Before the lift I was measuring 34 1/2" up front from bottom of fender flare to ground and 35 1/2" out back, now with OME HD I gained alil more than 2" up front 36.5" and change and 1" out back 36.5"!! The ride is night and day, what a difference. It was perfect timing being able to test it out at Rausch Creek, for the ones that weren't there it definitely did its job plus some.. Now that Ive got my skids in Ill be hitting those blue/blacks with Matt, Adam and Jacob.. Big Thanks to Adam who did the install, without his help Id be lost! This is why the Jeep'in hobby is so much fun and this forum for all its enthusiasts!! Now on to the next mod on the list...

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Here are some before an after shots of the same angles so you can see the true gains..
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[Matt]

Too many "clean" pictures!

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Everyone is going to have to get used to that, my Jeep is never dirty for long!!! Here are some pics to "please" you Matt!! hahaha
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[Core XK]

lol looking nice and dirty. I don't want to wash my XK right now but I am going on vacation all week down the shore so he's gotta look all pretty :P

I have to find a deal like you did on this skids!!

[Matt]

Don't worry.... I'm OCD too. Mine even gets waxed once in a while!

[06JeepXKHEMI]

My Jeep gets washed once/twice a week outside, depending on what I do and weather the inside gets once a week or every other and waxed usually once to twice a month.. I used to details cars from middle thru college, all my cars are always clean.. No point dumping $$$ we do into our cars and not take care of them

[Matt]

I do a pre & post winter wax and wash when I have a chance.

The once a week washes stopped as soon as my first kid came along. The once a month washes stopped after the second kid came along. Lol

[Core XK]

I do a pre & post winter wax and wash when I have a chance.

The once a week washes stopped as soon as my first kid came along. The once a month washes stopped after the second kid came along. Lol

LOL I can't comment on what I will do when I have kids but right now I do a complete detail twice a month.

My OCD is pretty bad....I can never have any trash or ANYTHNG left in my truck lol....ever

[Matt]

Same here! Lol

[06JeepXKHEMI]

I always do complete details once a mth and while we are on the topic what you guys consider a "complete" detail hahaha.. To me its wash, scratch/imperfection removal, wax, polish outside, complete cleaning of engine bay, shampoo/degrease interior and leather conditioned seats and like I said this is once a mth minus the engine bay cleaning..

[Matt]

I don't go that far.... wash/wax outside. Shop vac entire interior and then get all of the surfaces with an interior cleaner/protector. But I like the inside of my vehicles to be free from clutter/crap other than things i consider "necessities" (like flash lights, multi-tools, etc)

[06JeepXKHEMI]

I do take it to extreme but like I said I put a lot of $$$ and time into my ride regardless of what it is so I like to take care of it..

[Core XK]

Yeah I don't do that much Andrew but I do pay a friend of mine $80.00 to do everything you just mentioned; I get this done about twice a year. He spends about 6-7 hours doing it and I am too lazy to do that LOL

But I totally agree with you on taking care of it especially with all of the money we put into it.

EDIT: My friend I speak of details cars for a living at a Honda Dealership.

[Matt]

I like to think I take care of mine.... lol im not exactly letting it rust away. I spent a good hour underneath cleaning every nook & cranny; I focus on the mechanical stuff more than the paint (but dont neglect the paint). For example about twice a month all my my bushings and boots get a dose of silicone spray to keep them fresh.

[Core XK]

I like to think I take care of mine.... lol im not exactly letting it rust away. I spent a good hour underneath cleaning every nook & cranny; I focus on the mechanical stuff more than the paint (but dont neglect the paint). For example about twice a month all my my bushings and boots get a dose of silicone spray to keep them fresh.

You'll have to show me your routines for this I may start if I continue to offroad every few months.

Hey Andrew, I have some serious ware in my seats. Now I don't have the limited so only the trim of my seats are leather. However, the center part where you sit are bolster and have some crazy ware for only a 2 year old truck. Since you detailed for a few years do you have any idea what it may cost me to have them repaired to look new?

I also have some serious scratches on the plastic inside the XK....it drives my OCD crazy and I cannot get it out (either could the detailer...unless he slacked)

[06JeepXKHEMI]

I enjoy the detail process and dont trust anyone to do it for me haha.. This winter will be very hard for me, I think Ill be at the car wash, rinsing and rinsing away..

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Depends on the wear, post some pics I can tell you what can be done if anything. Is it cracked, scuffed, worn off, discolored.. Some of it can be taken out with a good leather conditioner, stay away from anything that leaves a slimy feel as it usually isnt condition much, Meguiars has some decent stuff but do some research on leather conditioners, some good stuff out there..

[Core XK]

Depends on the wear, post some pics I can tell you what can be done if anything. Is it cracked, scuffed, worn off, discolored.. Some of it can be taken out with a good leather conditioner, stay away from anything that leaves a slimy feel as it usually isnt condition much, Meguiars has some decent stuff but do some research on leather conditioners, some good stuff out there..

This is the only pic I have right now but you can kind of see what I'm talking about

https://theultimatejeep.com/images/imported/2012/08/DSCN1236-1.jpg

[06JeepXKHEMI]

If you are referring to the creases in the base of seat, get yourself a good conditioner and work it in those creases, it will prevent it from cracking.. Also condition seat stitching to prevent it from splitting. the wear on the dash shifter bezel there isnt anything you can do and scratched plastic as well next to replacing it..

[Core XK]

If you are referring to the creases in the base of seat, get yourself a good conditioner and work it in those creases, it will prevent it from cracking.. Also condition seat stitching to prevent it from splitting. the wear on the dash shifter bezel there isnt anything you can do and scratched plastic as well next to replacing it..

Okay sounds good, thanks. Do you sugges any praticular conditioner and seat stitching?

[06JeepXKHEMI]

What I was referring to with the seat stitching was condition it, lexol has a decent product but do some research, I like a thick creamy conditioner that your first apply, let sit for a while and wipe excess off..

[Core XK]

What I was referring to with the seat stitching was condition it, lexol has a decent product but do some research, I like a thick creamy conditioner that your first apply, let sit for a while and wipe excess off..

I will look into this when I get back from vacation. I leave in 10 mins and of course I am on TUJ before I leave.

[Synthetic Advantage]

I'm busy catching up. Looks good! I always liked the Green.

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Gave the XK a bath yesterday and thought Id give some advice to everyone.. If you havent washed out your radiator front to back and side to side I strongly suggest doing so.. Im not talking about the coolant but actually spraying water thru the radiator from the front and back. I did this after whispering pines for obvious reasons but never mentioned it on here, you'd be surprised the amount of dirt/mud in it. Just some more friendly detailing advice.. Also I realized I never posted pics in here of my dads ZJ which now has over 260k, here is a photobucket of it while in Fla
http://photobucket.com/robspictures

[Core XK]

I grabbed a bottle of the lenox and I plan to use it this week. It says to spray on a cloth and wipe seat, let sit for 15-20 and wipe excess....seems pretty easy. I'll let ya know how it comes out ;p

[06JeepXKHEMI]

I would follow directions on whole seat, then spray a decent amount on the cloth again and work in circles one stitching, trim and areas of concern, dont be afraid to be generous you will simply wipe off whatever the seat doesnt absorb.. Let me know if you have any questions

[Core XK]

I would follow directions on whole seat, then spray a decent amount on the cloth again and work in circles one stitching, trim and areas of concern, dont be afraid to be generous you will simply wipe off whatever the seat doesnt absorb.. Let me know if you have any questions

Will do thanks man

[Core XK]

Just lenox'd the passenger seat. I didn't realize how thick the substance was ;p

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Yea thats good, how did it come out?

[Core XK]

It seemed to go on nice but is there supposee to be a visual difference? :p

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Not really a good conditioner should leave little to no "shine" but if you did one half of the seat and not the other you would see a difference.. After a few applications the seat will feel softer..

[Core XK]

Yeah im going to do all of the seats tomorrow. How often should I do it? Its very quick and easy lol

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Doesnt matter, you cant really over use, your seats just wont absorb it and youll be wasting product, I do my fronts every 2 weeks and rears maybe once a mth since they are never used, this is because its summer, heat and sun the winter wont need as much... I like over doing it keep that in mind

[Core XK]

Yeah that doesnt sound too bad. I will do the rest of my seats today and again in a few week. I am no detailer but my OCD kicks in big time with cleaning my interior ;p

Besides the way back because thats all set up for the dog so its always dirty.

[07JeepXK]

Just finished installing Andrews Mopar gas tank skid and transfer case skid..

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Just finished installing Andrews Mopar gas tank skid and transfer case skid..

Thanks to Adam I have my gas tank and transfer case installed..
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[06JeepXKHEMI]

I also did more modification to my intake to protect it better from water and hydrolocking. I opened a thread in the intake section describing what I did with pics, here are some here..
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[Sal-XK]

Man those skids are way to pretty you need to get them dented up ASAP!

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Plan on it!! pretty busy few weeks coming up with football games and what not, but Rausch Creek is definitely happening so probably give them a beating there along with the belly skid coming soon with diff guard/cover

[Matt]

Looking good man! Funny how you and Adam are like me and Corey in a parallel dimension with mod'ing XKs right now. We're doing the saaaame thing

[Core XK]

Looking good man! Funny how you and Adam are like me and Corey in a parallel dimension with mod'ing XKs right now. We're doing the saaaame thing

lol it is pretty funny.....its the start of great things!

[stites-xk]

Looks great man and as sal said those skids need some dents! If you dont mind can i copy your intake fix i really like it!

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[06JeepXKHEMI]

Looks great man and as sal said those skids need some dents! If you dont mind can i copy your intake fix i really like it!

Thanks man, if you need any help or have any questions just let me know, I used RTV to keep everything in place and glued all pieces to the engine side of the core support so Im still able to work on the headlight without any issues. And yes those skids will be scratched/dent eventually, Im about to go hammer a few places to please everyone hahahaa

[Matt]

Funny thing about the skid plates.... when mine were delivered I was very careful when I moved them around because I didn't want to "scrape" them on my garage floor. Then a few seconds later I realized how utterly stupid that logic was given their intended purpose LOL

[06JeepXKHEMI]

hahahaha yea the gas tank is definitely a little scraped, I was an idiot and had 3/4 of a tank when we installed it, that was interesting!!!

[Core XK]

Funny thing about the skid plates.... when mine were delivered I was very careful when I moved them around because I didn't want to "scrape" them on my garage floor. Then a few seconds later I realized how utterly stupid that logic was given their intended purpose LOL

Matt, please place my skids on a nice soft surface. Thank you.

[Matt]

Nothing is softer than air. Ill ensure they're elevated nicely.... hangin below my Xk.

[06JeepXKHEMI]

HAHAHA you should take sand paper and a hammer to them just to "break them in"

[Core XK]

Nothing is softer than air. Ill ensure they're elevated nicely.... hangin below my Xk.

lmao

[Matt]

Oh I have plans...... I definitely have plans for those skids....

[Core XK]

Oh I have plans...... I definitely have plans for those skids....

lol *******

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Oh I have plans...... I definitely have plans for those skids....

Fluorescent pink spray paint!!

[Matt]

LMAO very close...... hahaha great minds think alike.

[Core XK]

LOL

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Purchased 4xGuard Belly Skid will be here next week, diff guard/cover shortly..

[Matt]

And......

[06JeepXKHEMI]

SRT8 headers, TB and intake mandifold... Oh and custom tune!!! Then new Cam in December.....


And MT/Rs

[stites-xk]

Cant wait to see pics!

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[Core XK]

Nice man! I plan to order the susp. skid and belly shortly

[Core XK]

SRT8 headers, TB and intake mandifold... Oh and custom tune!!! Then new Cam in December.....


And MT/Rs

That's a real nice list!

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Nice part is I can get the manifold, tb and even injectors used for less than $500!!! Headers Im getting from a guy Ive bought 4 sets from for $585, depending on which cam I choose 400-450 and then Ill need the diablo intune so they can customize a tune for me.. Projected HP increase 50-100

[Core XK]

Nice part is I can get the manifold, tb and even injectors used for less than $500!!! Headers Im getting from a guy Ive bought 4 sets from for $585, depending on which cam I choose 400-450 and then Ill need the diablo intune so they can customize a tune for me.. Projected HP increase 50-100

That's awesome bro.....this may have to go on my future future list :P

[Matt]

You're still forgetting something....

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Yea 17x8 Rockstars painted matte green..

[Matt]

How about some rear spring spacers. :p

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Thanks for reminding me, sending payment now!!!

[Matt]

Good to hear...lol cause I mailed them this morning!

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Hahaha yea just sent the paypal, thanks again!!

[Sal-XK]

Nice list of mods bro!

[stites-xk]

Very nice list of mods!

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[06JeepXKHEMI]

Thnaks guys, Ill have the headers in hopefully by RC but not sure. The manifold comes with fuel rail and injectors to as well as the 85mm tb for the SRT8. Not sure when Ill be able to swing this plus diablo intune with the holidays and STEELERS games coming up but I plan to have this done by mid winter. Then come the wheels and tires. Hopefully by next summer this list will be in my sig.

[Sal-XK]

You'll probably have the fastest jeep once you get all that done. I know some guy on the other forum swapped in a 6.1L but that don't count he cheated LOL

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Yea Ive actually been messaging him questions, since the 5.7 and 6.1 are the same motor just different displacement with different heads, motor mounts are in the same location and he solved all the clearance issues.. Looking forward to the sound in 4lo and WOT!!!

[Sal-XK]

Looking forward to the sound in 4lo and WOT!!!

:D

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Received Matts custom spacers for the rear and belly skid.. Will install skid this weekend and spacers whenever Adam is free along with pinch weld mod!!

[Matt]

C'mon man I bet you can handle the spacer install. ;)

[06JeepXKHEMI]

I can handle alot but lack of tools is what hurts!! I used to have alot of tools before I moved one of the many times in Fla. The movers held my **** hostage for more $$$, Russian Mob, and stole and broke alot, happened to my parents to. Apparently there are 100s of people that this has happened to, nothing you can do either, its a mess and part of life Id like to leave behind.. I could go get the things I need like jack stands but I have to get pinch weld mod done to so..

[Matt]

Damn that sucks man!

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Life happens man, Ive been working on cars with my Dad since I knew what a wrench was I can do the simple stuff but not willing to take a risk without jack stands and to cheap to go buy them!!!

[Matt]

I hear ya dude. I would cry if I lost all my tools.... literally

[06JeepXKHEMI]

I hear ya dude. I would cry if I lost all my tools.... literally

I didnt have any worth to much, basic mechanics sets, probably $300-400 worth which I have some of, jack stands(2) and $100 of detail supplies, but I was more worried about 1) getting my stuff and 2) things you cant replace, pics and things passed down.. Oh well like I said it happened nothing I can do, just opens up for new and better tools once I finally move to the Burgh and have a garage..

[07JeepXK]

I'm free any weekend but this one. Gotta play Army!

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Installed the 4xGuard Belly Skid..
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[Matt]

Black.... booooring....

Lol
Can't wait for rausch again dude

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Black.... booooring....

Lol
Can't wait for rausch again dude

Better than pink and purple hahaha Rausch Creek is going to be a lot of fun! Definitely looking forward to it

[Ross]

When I installed mine and ran my jeep for awhile, I noticed a very loud rattling that turned out to be the pipe from the catalytic converter banging up against the belly guard when air would pass through it. Does anyone have any insight on this?

[06JeepXKHEMI]

I thought mine were laying on the skid but ended up working out to an inch or so of space.. You may want to look at the hangers that are welded to exhaust, it shouldnt move very much at all

[Core XK]

Better than pink and purple hahaha Rausch Creek is going to be a lot of fun! Definitely looking forward to it

LOL nice belly skid bro.......HOWEVER, there is NO skid that can touch my one of a kind!

[06JeepXKHEMI]

LOL nice belly skid bro.......HOWEVER, there is NO skid that can touch my one of a kind!

I guess if you like that sort of "one of a kind" I cant hate hahaha

[Core XK]

I guess if you like that sort of "one of a kind" I cant hate hahaha

haha

[pjmjr508]

When I installed mine and ran my jeep for awhile, I noticed a very loud rattling that turned out to be the pipe from the catalytic converter banging up against the belly guard when air would pass through it. Does anyone have any insight on this?


I had the same issue, I added spacers & it lowered the skidplate about 1/2" that took care of it for me. Hope this helps.

[Ross]

I had the same issue, I added spacers & it lowered the skidplate about 1/2" that took care of it for me. Hope this helps.

I'm glad I'm not the only one, I thought my XK just had some questionable exhaust work or somethin haha. What did you use as the spacers?

[07JeepXK]

Mine fit fine. Have had it over 2 years now no issues!

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Im glad mine works cause it was a PITA without jacking it up.. My jack isnt at my place so I would have been pissed!!!

On a brighter note getting the XK cleaned up before it gets to dark!!

[pjmjr508]

I'm glad I'm not the only one, I thought my XK just had some questionable exhaust work or somethin haha. What did you use as the spacers?

I used washers for spacers. it works great now.

[07JeepXK]

Don't spend to much time cleaning it. We're going to whispering pines soon

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Don't spend to much time cleaning it. We're going to whispering pines soon

That wouldnt stop me from waxing it the day before, its easier to clean and get scratches out when clean and waxed.. Cant roll around in a dirty Jeep, not my style

[Core XK]

That wouldnt stop me from waxing it the day before, its easier to clean and get scratches out when clean and waxed.. Cant roll around in a dirty Jeep, not my style

I love when its real dirty lol but I do eventually clean it....the jeep pulls off both real clean or real dirty very well!

[Core XK]

Hey, I know you mentioned wanting to take your rock guards off too. I just removed the rivets underneath it and then basically ripped it off because you can't reuse it anyway :P but I'm sure Adam knows since he did his as well

Still plan to do this?

[Matt]

Just a recommendation for both you guys..... you can split a set of JBA front disconnects. :)

[Core XK]

Just a recommendation for both you guys..... you can split a set of JBA front disconnects. :)

Explain to me what these do again? :( I forget...

[Core XK]

NEVERMIND

I remember our conversation. The XK's only need (1) to give more articulation. AM I RIGHT.

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Hey, I know you mentioned wanting to take your rock guards off too. I just removed the rivets underneath it and then basically ripped it off because you can't reuse it anyway :P but I'm sure Adam knows since he did his as well

Still plan to do this?

Yea I plan on doing this next week some time, going to the Burgh tmrw for game Sunday..

[Matt]

They let each side of the suspension work independently from each other. So you can have one tire fully stuffed and the other tire fully extended. Although we don't have much articulation to begin with so it really wont help much on the deeply rutted stuff, it'll help when you're in those rocky trail sections to keep the body more level and controllable.

[Core XK]

Yea I plan on doing this next week some time, going to the Burgh tmrw for game Sunday..

Nice!

[Core XK]

They let each side of the suspension work independently from each other. So you can have one tire fully stuffed and the other tire fully extended. Although we don't have much articulation to begin with so it really wont help much on the deeply rutted stuff, it'll help when you're in those rocky trail sections to keep the body more level and controllable.

What is the cost for them?

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Id be interested in them although Id want both sides

[Core XK]

Id be interested in them although Id want both sides

If im not mistaken it is not needed to have 2 on the XK?

[07JeepXK]

Why would you only want to disconnect one side? That doesn't make sense to me.

[Core XK]

I am only an apprentice with pink skids guys so I will let Matt explain. He explained to me a few weeks ago at his house why you only really need 1. I could of misunderstood but I am sure he will chime in. I know he is splitting a pair as well.

[06JeepXKHEMI]

thats what I was wondering, even if you do need both I would want both

[Matt]

Why would you only want to disconnect one side? That doesn't make sense to me.

For the front suspension on these vehicles, once you disconnect one side then both sides have unrestricted free range of motion (unlike the rear where the sway bar link will limit travel if you don't disconnect both sides).

You can disconnect both, but it doesn't gain you anything on the front. If you disconnect both you'll also have to bring something to tie the bar up with. If you leave one side connected you don't have to do anything else (and it wont interfere with anything on the disconnected side).

[Core XK]

thats what I was wondering, even if you do need both I would want both

If you change your mind we can split a set.

[Matt]

I think omelet posted some pictures with his one side disconnected.... will see if I can dig them up. If not I'll pop one of mine off and find something to flex out on

[06JeepXKHEMI]

If you change your mind we can split a set.

Ok Ill let you know

[criket]

FYI, I had those disconnects on mine but now I only have 1 connected. I've been running like this with only 1 connected for over a year and no issues. (BTW, it's cheaper just to take off 1 stock connector and have your sway bar connected only on one side. You get full flex plus the body sway is non-noticeable. And you save $150 by not buying the discos in the first place)

[Core XK]

Will there be problems with it hitting or getting caught?

[06JeepXKHEMI]

FYI, I had those disconnects on mine but now I only have 1 connected. I've been running like this with only 1 connected for over a year and no issues. (BTW, it's cheaper just to take off 1 stock connector and have your sway bar connected only on one side. You get full flex plus the body sway is non-noticeable. And you save $150 by not buying the discos in the first place)

Thanks for the info, I only worry about not doing things by the book. I know alot of people are doing exactly as you do but I drive aggressively for an SUV so I dont know if Id take the risk.. And where are the discos for $150?!?!? hahaha

[criket]

Get the discos from Rusty's (JKS discos PN 2034 I believe)

I don't drive like a bat outta hell but if I did, yea I'd notice the body sway more. So it's more on a case by case basis.

No there isn't any hitting anywhere. It comes close when fully compressed but I've offroaded with it disco'd several times and have yet to hit anything with the sway bar. Actually, I plan on removing my from sway altogether.

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Get the discos from Rusty's (JKS discos PN 2034 I believe)

I don't drive like a bat outta hell but if I did, yea I'd notice the body sway more. So it's more on a case by case basis.

Hahaha yea I dont drive that way every time I get her going, but I cant stand people and get frustrated rather quickly in most cases, I believe Ive heard the term road rage before but Im still investigating what that is!!! I guess learning to drive in Brooklyn didnt help..

[Core XK]

Hahaha yea I dont drive that way every time I get her going, but I cant stand people and get frustrated rather quickly in most cases, I believe Ive heard the term road rage before but Im still investigating what that is!!! I guess learning to drive in Brooklyn didnt help..

I hear ya man....I only have so much patients for morons and there PLENTY of them in Philly as well

[criket]

Brooklyn! I've only been to NYC once and we went through Queens (actually liked it here), Brooklyn, and Hunts Point. If I lived there, I'd drive like hell thinking I was gonna get butt raped any time I got below 20 mph. I understand why you drive like you do now!

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Brooklyn! I've only been to NYC once and we went through Queens (actually liked it here), Brooklyn, and Hunts Point. If I lived there, I'd drive like hell thinking I was gonna get butt raped any time I got below 20 mph. I understand why you drive like you do now!

HAHAHA!!! If you dont drive fast you mine as well just pull over and put your flashers on

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Just purchased the DiabloSport Intune from Amazon, got a great deal with express shipping. Cant wait to see the gains and finally having the correct speed instead of having this guessing game!

[Core XK]

Just purchased the DiabloSport Intune from Amazon, got a great deal with express shipping. Cant wait to see the gains and finally having the correct speed instead of having this guessing game!

Nice man!!

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Installed the DiabloSport Intune tonight and WOOOOW!!! I did the 91 tune as well as the performance transmission tune. I tried adding a video from my phone but it didnt work so I will get one with my camera tmrw. The HEMI has definitely woken up, the response throughout the RPMs is ridiculous. I found that when in triptonic mode it hold the gear better and when in 1st, step on it and Im chirping like crazy!!! The 1-2 shift is intense as well. I also changed tire size for correct speedo. As I said before I have a guy who will do a custom tune which I will be doing soon, after a new TB goes in in the next few weeks, 85mm CNC tb that is!! Then after I get my headers which dont look to far off she will be rocking!!! Im also talking with a guy from Inertia for a cam set up. Looks like I can do a cam, rods and springs for under $600 with still utilizing MDS and giving great low end torque for off roading. Alot of these mods will depend on what happens throughout the next few mths with tires as I may upgrade to Rubi take offs first to get that out of the way. Ill get a video of the acceleration tmrw..

[Core XK]

Nice man!! I am looking forward to getting a tuner one of these days lol

[06JeepXKHEMI]

I think youd have to go with the Diablo as the superchips doesnt work well with the later HEMIs.. Ask Matt as he didnt like the way his was after the tune

[Core XK]

I think youd have to go with the Diablo as the superchips doesnt work well with the later HEMIs.. Ask Matt as he didnt like the way his was after the tune

How much is the diablo opposed to superchips?

[Matt]

Mine's a 2007. And that's correct, I wasn't very impressed with "performance" gains. But the other reasons made it worthwhile. I'm also EXTREMELY objective about performance mods and not easily impressed with butt dyno's. I've done work on track cars where .05 second difference matters in the 1/4... which, unfortunately, makes me disappointed with products where the "claims" are far beyond actual when I've installed them.

The 2010 may actually have more torque management that can be reduced via programming which would definitely be noticeable with any programmer.

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Mine's a 2007. And that's correct, I wasn't very impressed with "performance" gains. But the other reasons made it worthwhile. I'm also EXTREMELY objective about performance mods and not easily impressed with butt dyno's. I've done work on track cars where .05 second difference matters in the 1/4... which, unfortunately, makes me disappointed with products where the "claims" are far beyond actual when I've installed them.

The 2010 may actually have more torque management that can be reduced via programming which would definitely be noticeable with any programmer.

True, this torque management stuff is talked about alot with these custom tuners. When I do headers Ill be deleting EGR which 2008-2010s dont have. What else can be done about torque management

[Core XK]

Well I am more reluctant to purchase stuff that will help me offroad opposed to performance mods just because I don't really push the xk on the street. With that said, I really would love a quicker acceleration? I guess thats the way to put it? I am not sure what the difference in daily driving will be with the new airaid MIT intake tube but I can say I felt/heard no difference when replacing the air filter

Excuse my ignorance (if any) because I am a beginner :)

[06JeepXKHEMI]

How much is the diablo opposed to superchips?

Well I did the intune cause I got a great deal on it, they go for $375-390, but you can get the Predator u7137 and it does pretty much everything the intune does however I have the ability to adjust more parameters. You wont need the intune unless you are going a custom tune route..

[Core XK]

Well I did the intune cause I got a great deal on it, they go for $375-390, but you can get the Predator u7137 and it does pretty much everything the intune does however I have the ability to adjust more parameters. You wont need the intune unless you are going a custom tune route..

No I would be totally fine with a standard tuner for basic stuff like tire size and to improve some stuff? lol

[Matt]

TM is all about programming. There's a few levels built in and normally, if the company has a good handle on it, you can turn off each level individually.

For example, for 2003-2006 model year GM trucks there were 3 TM settings that Diablosport let you selectively turn off.

Reducing TM is probably the #1 difference maker in drive-ability and "feeling" performance.

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Well I am more reluctant to purchase stuff that will help me offroad opposed to performance mods just because I don't really push the xk on the street. With that said, I really would love a quicker acceleration? I guess thats the way to put it? I am not sure what the difference in daily driving will be with the new airaid MIT intake tube but I can say I felt/heard no difference when replacing the air filter

Excuse my ignorance (if any) because I am a beginner :)

I get it, I bought my XK with plans of off roading as well as driving hard, its a HEMI what else is it for?!?! You will see better acceleration, more so than me as a have a CAI which negatively effects low end but top end is where its at. Plus you can adjust tire size, improve mpgs(supposedly), among other things, worth the money to me

[06JeepXKHEMI]

TM is all about programming. There's a few levels built in and normally, if the company has a good handle on it, you can turn off each level individually.

For example, for 2003-2006 model year GM trucks there were 3 TM settings that Diablosport let you selectively turn off.

So what are the parameters in my XK so I can look to turn those OFF?!?!

[Core XK]

Yeah I don't think its a waste at all. I will have some extra cash soon and then again in January and I am just trying to spend it the best way lol....its looking like sliders and UCAs

[Matt]

So what are the parameters in my XK so I can look to turn those OFF?!?!

Its either built into the tune you installed or a selectable option. lol I didn't program the intune so I'm not sure how they'r handling the TM on these vehicles. I'd go through the manual and read the description of the parameters that they let you change.

[06JeepXKHEMI]

The tuner Ive been speaking with said he adjusts all the parameters Diablo doesnt, so now I know what he meant...

[Matt]

Is his name Lew?

[06JeepXKHEMI]

no Johan, he does all the SRT8 guys tunes

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Im in the XK now adjusting some things like throttle boost but torque management is already in the tune it looks like as its not an option

[06JeepXKHEMI]

So after adjusting the throttle boost and some other things I read online Im chirping 2nd gear, very impressive!!

[07JeepXK]

Glad your chirping gears, I think my transmission is starting to slip going into over drive. Going to drive my jeep over a cliff!!! lol

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Damn man that sucks, should have sold it!!! Tonight I was literally spnning my tires off the line, I adjusted the throttle so its alot more responsive, no drive by wire lag

[Core XK]

Sorry for the ignorance, what is "chirping gears"?

Andrew, I was thinking of you and your ideas for the xk earlier today. A buddy of mine has a TJ 4.0 manuel with a K&N and exhaust and 34s. We go to a training place near a bunch of factories and empty roads; we decided to mess around and race back and forth and he was surprised of how the HEMI xk does with all the weight. I was thinking of how a polished TB, headers, K&N would have felt :)

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Love the HEMI!!! a polished TB will only give you minimal gains, however a CNC port and polished 85mm tb is 5mm bigger plus ported/polished. Headers and k&n will actually take some lower end torque off but top end is ridic!!! Thats why Ill do a cam to help with lower end. Chirping gear is basically chirping the tires between shifts, so when 2nd gear hits the tires chirp. Tonight I was spinning with traction control off to the point of leaving nice size marks for 4wd 5700lb Jeep lifted on 32s!!

[Core XK]

Love the HEMI!!! a polished TB will only give you minimal gains, however a CNC port and polished 85mm tb is 5mm bigger plus ported/polished. Headers and k&n will actually take some lower end torque off but top end is ridic!!! Thats why Ill do a cam to help with lower end. Chirping gear is basically chirping the tires between shifts, so when 2nd gear hits the tires chirp. Tonight I was spinning with traction control off to the point of leaving nice size marks for 4wd 5700lb Jeep lifted on 32s!!

lmao I'll have to play around with him again when I put the Airiad Intake Tube in and get a tuner :)

I had him beat on the straight away every time but that straight 6cyl 4.0 keeps up lol

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Just bought a 6000k HID kit for the low beams.. Should be here next week sometime. Ive always wanted to do this and got a great deal on it. I also bought the relay harness so no flickering will occur. Also got yellow bulbs for the fogs.. Always liked this look. Id really like to convert the Jeep over to interior LEDs as well just dont know if I have the patience to do it...

Edit: Will also be installing new fog light housings as they are both cracked and dull

[lekmedm]

I'm very curious to hear how you like them and your experience with them.

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[Core XK]

I always liked the yellow fog lights too; let us know how it turns out!

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Ill definitely post install and before/after pics. Some people dont like the glare it gives other drivers, unfortunately for others I already blind them, ask Adam. I was careful not to go to blue to where I lose lighting as I drive on back country roads with little to no street light so I want to be bright with the amount of deer around here. The 6000k is much like the BMWs which I love and with the yellow fogs Im expecting great results. Ill let you guys know, its a very easy install shouldnt take much more 45-60 mins, I say that cause I will be hiding all wires and ballasts.

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Im also going to be deleting the EGR valve and installing catch can. Ive seen what doing both these can do, for the cost I think its well worth the $$$ and appearance purposes.

[06JeepXKHEMI]

HIDs, relay and fog lights are in will try to get to it tonight and will post results

[07JeepXK]

What's the word on the EGR delete and catch can? I was telling bob about it and he sounded very interested. Where do you get the kit from.

[oleblue27]

Interior LEDs are just about the easiest mod you can do to your xk lol

[Core XK]

I want to see your fogs. I really want the yellow!!

[lekmedm]

In the attached pictures I have Sylvania Silverstar Ultras in the low beams, 100W yellow fogs, and 35W HID aux lights.

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[06JeepXKHEMI]

What's the word on the EGR delete and catch can? I was telling bob about it and he sounded very interested. Where do you get the kit from.

Shop HEMI . com has both EGR delete kit and catch can. Both are great mods, he will have to get a custom tune to delete the EGR but well worth it in the long run...

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Here's a little teaser..
https://theultimatejeep.com/images/imported/2012/10/WP_000466_zps5a1f325a-1.jpg?t=1349747350

Pic doesnt do justice, the yellow fogs are bright yellow and the 6000k HIDs are blue a little more than I wanted but I think it looks great and very bright. Turned out the relay I got was bad so I need to run and grab a new one of those to stop flickering, it actually look pretty cool when they turn off and flicker almost like strobes haha. I know its bad for the HIDs, will be complete tmrw. Keep in mind I replaced fog light housing and lenses too..

[06JeepXKHEMI]

I want to see your fogs. I really want the yellow!!

Ill take a pic of just the fogs for ya..

[Core XK]

Looks awesome. So during the day your fogs have a yellow casing? thats what I am going for.

Total cost for HIDS/Fogs?

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Looks awesome. So during the day your fogs have a yellow casing? thats what I am going for.

Total cost for HIDS/Fogs?

No these are 3000k bulbs in stock fog light housing, housing and lense is brand new, the bulb itself is yellow. The total cost is $85 with relay, I will need a new one though as I blew it during install, wasnt paying attention, user error.

[07JeepXK]

So do your lights not work now due to the blown relay?

[06JeepXKHEMI]

They work when not plugged into relay but directly plug and play but the flickering occurs. I know its the relay cause they work with out the relay and when plugged into relay they wont turn on and you dont hear the relay click. I wasnt paying attention when I installed everything, wasnt paying attention to polarity and blew it, I think. Nothing else really makes sense if relay is fine.

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Maybe someone who is good with electricity can chime in, Ive read that sometimes the wires in the relay kit are backwards? I was expecting some problems but this is getting annoying hahaha!!!

[Core XK]

I just want the housing yellow for now lol not sure where to get them.

[06JeepXKHEMI]

The bulbs are cheaper and will give much better light.. When theyre off it gives a yellow tint in the reflection..

[cabledog25]

The bulbs are cheaper and will give much better light.. When theyre off it gives a yellow tint in the reflection..

Whats kind of bulbs did you use on the fogs? and they look nice man

[07JeepXK]

And that's why I just installed the better brighter bulbs. I hear to many people having issues with HIDS

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Whats kind of bulbs did you use on the fogs? and they look nice man

3000k halogen bulbs


And that's why I just installed the better brighter bulbs. I hear to many people having issues with HIDS

Ive got a bad relay just checked it, power going to it no power out, not a big deal..

[cabledog25]

3000k halogen bulbs

thats your fogs?

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Here are some pics of the fogs for you guys..
https://theultimatejeep.com/images/imported/2012/10/WP_000469_zps53c7652f-1.jpg?t=1349794348
https://theultimatejeep.com/images/imported/2012/10/WP_000468_zps9dfb79d9-1.jpg?t=1349794340
https://theultimatejeep.com/images/imported/2012/10/WP_000467_zps2bda8ab6-1.jpg?t=1349794340

Yup 3000k halogen bulbs

[cabledog25]

Nice, adding this to my mod list! nice looking xk man

[thance]

Well I did the intune cause I got a great deal on it, they go for $375-390, but you can get the Predator u7137 and it does pretty much everything the intune does however I have the ability to adjust more parameters. You wont need the intune unless you are going a custom tune route..

I've had the inTune for about a year now and had quite a bit of fun with it in the beginning..... monitoring parameters in real time can be quite addicting. Now I am just using the mileage tune.

Would you mind sharing the parameters that you tweak and what you set them to to increase performance?

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Nice, adding this to my mod list! nice looking xk man

Thanks man!!


I've had the inTune for about a year now and had quite a bit of fun with it in the beginning..... monitoring parameters in real time can be quite addicting. Now I am just using the mileage tune.

Would you mind sharing the parameters that you tweak and what you set them to to increase performance?

I researched the internet to find out which ones to adjust that will help the most, throttle boast set to 18%, no higher it gets to jumpy, 1st gear rev limit to 5900, shift at 5800, no need to go past as the HEMI doesnt produce tq or hp passed then.. Those are pretty much the ones I did, I dont know how to adjust timing or fuel so left that alone...

[thance]

Thanks man!!



I researched the internet to find out which ones to adjust that will help the most, throttle boast set to 18%, no higher it gets to jumpy, 1st gear rev limit to 5900, shift at 5800, no need to go past as the HEMI doesnt produce tq or hp passed then.. Those are pretty much the ones I did, I dont know how to adjust timing or fuel so left that alone...

I'll have to test this out. Did you modify the shift points from 2nd to 3rd to match? Seems like it would make sense, but what do I know. Also, have you tried disabling the traction control from the inTune? When I do this steering (turning) becomes very difficult like when in 4wd low (center diff locked) on dry pavement. I'm wondering if you have the same experience as I've relayed this to Diablo but never had resolution. Yours may be different as mine is the 2010xk.

[06JeepXKHEMI]

No I never touched traction control, I dont want to mess with that end of it.. The 2-3 shift is the same as 1-2 and it doesnt shift until 90mph.

[06JeepXKHEMI]

I also adjusted the 1-2 shift based on throttle position, meaning when Im at 60% throttle it will hold the gear longer than stock, did the same with 2-3

[thance]

Thanks! Having a lot of fun now.....

If you don't mind, could you try disabling traction control and running a quick test and then you can put it back. It's a quick adjust, so no need to load a full tune. I'm just wondering if it's the same for everyone or just my application. You'll know as soon as you pull out of a parking space, you can either turn or you can't :)

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Doesnt sound like something I want to do, sorry man Ive read horror stories about disabling TC with a tuner, anything else Im pretty much game for but I dont want to risk that. I tend to go off what I read in these forums and none of it is good..

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Bought a new relay from advanced and bam it worked. Everything is now taped and buttoned up. No flickering no problems!! One thing to note, never open your hood at advanced auto because then everyone wants to know what youre doing, how much power that HEMIs got and if a CAI is really worth it. Next time Ill get my part and leave!!

[Core XK]

Looks awesome man.

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Thanks here is a day shot for color comparison. Ill take night shots tonight
https://theultimatejeep.com/images/imported/2012/10/WP_000471_zps07c8ceb9-1.jpg?t=1349812593

Honestly this is well worth the $$$, install is easy and as long as you have a good relay...

[thance]

Doesnt sound like something I want to do, sorry man Ive read horror stories about disabling TC with a tuner, anything else Im pretty much game for but I dont want to risk that. I tend to go off what I read in these forums and none of it is good..

Ok, no problem. I wasn't aware of any issues outside my own case. No damage to date as simply backing up and turning wasn't working, so i would just pull it back in and re-enable.

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Yea I did about a weeks research before adjusting parameters.. It paid off cause I love the way she runs now!!

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Night shot..
https://theultimatejeep.com/images/imported/2012/10/WP_000474_zpsb4e86ace-1.jpg?t=1349823656
HIDs only
https://theultimatejeep.com/images/imported/2012/10/WP_000476_zpsacba246b-1.jpg?t=1349823670
Fogs only
https://theultimatejeep.com/images/imported/2012/10/WP_000477_zps67a9cfcc-1.jpg?t=1349823662
HID w/ Fogs
https://theultimatejeep.com/images/imported/2012/10/WP_000475_zps8ae196d8-1.jpg?t=1349823665

[pjmjr508]

very nice job sir, I know I have to do this mod.

Do you have any issues with the Auto Hi-Beam?

Are you going to do a write up on this?

[07JeepXK]

wow those are bright! Let me know how many people flash you thinking you have your high beams on...

[06JeepXKHEMI]

very nice job sir, I know I have to do this mod.

Do you have any issues with the Auto Hi-Beam?

Are you going to do a write up on this?

I would have done a write up but it as simple as any mod can get, its simple plug and play, just make sure you get a quality relay. I was reimbursed by the provider of mine so all is good. The brand I used is Kensun 6k HID. Not sure what Auto Hi Beam is but I doubt I will ever need to use my HiBeams as these are bright


wow those are bright! Let me know how many people flash you thinking you have your high beams on...

Then Ill flas them with my real Hi's.. I may do HiBeams if I can get them cheap enough..

[07JeepXK]

Your XK has a feature where the high beams are always on and when the sensor picks up on coming light or tail lights it turns the high beams off. I'm sure you have it disabled at the moment.

[06JeepXKHEMI]

I wouldnt have it enabled cause I dont use my HiBeams at all

[pjmjr508]

Here in the PNW it comes in handy to have the auto Hi Beam enabled.

My wife freaked the first time it came on while she was driving it at night, now she loves it.

When driving in an area that the sensor does not pick up any other lights than you it will turn on your hi beams. Once the sensor sees another light it goes back to low beam. It works really well.

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Right, I rarely ecer use them until recently asI live out of the city and in the country a little bit so roads will go from lit to unlit, but thats why I moved forward with the HID kit.

[Core XK]

Lights looks good man. I wonder if I have that auto high beam feature. It may just be a limited feature

[thance]

Yea I did about a weeks research before adjusting parameters.. It paid off cause I love the way she runs now!!

Your research paid off for me too. Now I can disable the traction control (on the dash) and pin myself to the back of the seat.. WHEEEE!

Thanks!

On the other topic, I have 6k HIDs in my fog lights. Takes a second to warm up, but nice and bright. Slightly blue so 4 - 5K may have been better for pure white light.

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Glad youre enjoying it, sure is alot of fun once you get her dialed in.. I wanted the 6k for the tint of blue, I may however be switching to a less yellow fog light, will have to buy and see

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Just purchased the Midland 75-822 CB, I believe this is the same or similar to Matts. Ive been trying to figure out which way to go and I think this was the best deal. Question for Matt, does the antenna that comes with it give enough range for the trails or will I need to get an external one? Remember Im only using this for trail use thats it.

[Matt]

I used the standard antenna last time.... range on those short antennas is really lacking so I would highly recommend going external.

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Can I get by without it for this trip?

[Matt]

of course.

[06JeepXKHEMI]

So Ive been pondering what to do with my front bumper.. I want something with obviously more clearance with not looking to hacked up as much as the Sal mod, not that it looks bad but I want something more stock looking. Being that Im back in my hometown I have a lot of connections here, one being my buddy who is a welder. We have been discussing a possible bumper but that comes $$$. Last night I was thinking, what if I did a similar mod to the Sal bumper, but still incorporated the piece thats cut and angle it with more of a 90* angle with front of the bumper and use a piece of trimmer plastic with body filler for a piece going at maybe a 45* angle from center of bumper outwards and up to connect the flat piece going in. Not sure if everyone can vision exactly what Im talking about but it seems relatively simple given my backround and Ive even been researching a plastic welding technique with a sodering which may make this even easier. Being that bumper skins are relatively cheap, I am considering buying a new skin and working on it so I can take my time with it. This is just an idea for now, but Im really considering this as a mod in the very near future, just need to see what my buddy can paint skin for and compare to cost of steel bumper. The other issue is I have no idea what measurements or specs to give to my buddy for welding a bumper. The only bumper I really like is the Maniac. As I said not sure if anyone can picture what I want but Im still looking for opinions, just keep in mind $$$ is the major factor..

[Matt]

I had the same idea. Corey and I were talking about it a while ago

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Basically doing the Sal mod but keeping part of it to angle and keep in "enclosed", shouldnt be difficult by any means

[Matt]

We were even measuring it up.... shouldn't be difficult at all.

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Id be interested with your design, I can geet a used bumper for $100 or less and do it.. Not sure what my buddy would paint it for but I imagine its still less than steel bumper

[Core XK]

This is something I'd be interested in as well, and yeah Matt and I were talking about it before. I think my next self project will be painting my fender flares :)

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Since Im not making it to this trip IVe been thinking of mods I can do in the meantime to "spoil" myself and so I dont go insane!! So besides my bumper mod I really like the look of the LED Off Road light bar, anyone look into these? They seem a bit pricey but I guess for what you get isnt to bad. My question is how hard is mounting and install going to be, for example where to run wires and location of switch etc..? I was thinking something along these lines and mounting on front cross bar...
https://theultimatejeep.com/images/imported/2012/10/KGrHqZqFBPd5C7BQfUpQpoQ60_57JPG-1.jpg

[Matt]

That's on my list as well.... there was a group buy on JG, and Jon sells them too.

Wiring isn't hard, I made my own harness so it looks factory.

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Cool so how about this Il make my way down for a weekend we will do this and bumpers?!?!?!
hahahaha

[Matt]

Here's a thread where I showed some wiring for the lights I used to have:

http://www.theultimatejeep.com/showthread.php?847-Fit-4-9-quot-lights-on-4xGuard-Matrix!