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[Core XK]

So its looking like sliders are a definite for my x-mas/bday present. Still have not decided on SA or 4x Guard.

I may have some left over funds before the next RC trip for a front guard or roof basket to throw the DuraTrac spare up there but we will see how things go. I am excited to get sliders.

On a side note, I am hearing a noise that happens every so often. I don't want to describe it because its hard but I did crawl under and pull/tug on most things that could come loose and no give...so i'll keep playing the guessing game!

EDIT: I plasti-dip'd the plastic piece under the front bumper where the OEM chrome plate goes; it looks much better black with my grill guard ;)

[Matt]

"when" does the noise happen? And try to describe it.... clunk, grind, etc?

[Core XK]

Off large drops going a decent speed I'd say? its no noise from the hitch that I can tell. I intend to remove the hitch piece tomorow just to be certain.

It's more of a clunk like something may be loose

[07JeepXK]

Thats a better noise then the sound my transfer case is making in 4 high..lol you just need to lockate where its coming from. Im willing to bet its an easy fix.

[Core XK]

I hope so lol I checked the Drive Shaft bolts since we took it off when doing the gas tank skid but I remember matt tightening them real good. He has a much better eye and ear for this stuff so we can always check it out in 2 weeks up RC.

[Matt]

Check the spare tire.

[Core XK]

The tire is tight and no wiggle. It is not rubbing on anything but (1) bolt from the hitch. I will double check it tomorrow. I may have not tightened it all the way due to the rubbing on the bolt....now that I think of that it may be what is making noise...

[Core XK]

I feel like the XK is more stable when turning (especially sharp turns) with the spacers on...

Is this normal or is it just me thinking theres a difference when there's not? lol

[Matt]

I feel like the XK is more stable when turning (especially sharp turns) with the spacers on...

Is this normal or is it just me thinking theres a difference when there's not? lol

A little bit of both :p

lol, the wider stance will make it more stable.

[Core XK]

lol

Who bailed Sunday?

[Core XK]

So when I was about to leave RC I started my XK and heard a loud grind/shaking. Matt hopped in and we discovered it was my belly guard rubbing my exhaust (must have smacked it enough on trail 22 to move it up).

It is now getting on my nerves because it rubs anytime im on the gas. Shouldn't just (2) washers on the bolts closest to the passengers side give it enough clearance from the exhaust? or am I totally wrong and have to lower the entire thing with washers all around?

[LWM]

Washers should be fine.

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[Sal-XK]

Yup washers should be good man but depending on how much you bent it you might have to take it off and pound it back into shape.

[Core XK]

It's actually not bent at all lol it just moved up....

[DetroitMarauder]

You messed up Matt's awesome paint job!!

[07JeepXK]

So when I was about to leave RC I started my XK and heard a loud grind/shaking. Matt hopped in and we discovered it was my belly guard rubbing my exhaust (must have smacked it enough on trail 22 to move it up).

It is now getting on my nerves because it rubs anytime im on the gas. Shouldn't just (2) washers on the bolts closest to the passengers side give it enough clearance from the exhaust? or am I totally wrong and have to lower the entire thing with washers all around?

That's the same thing that happened to mine. Everytine I stepped on the gas

[Core XK]

You messed up Matt's awesome paint job!!

haha nope just some scratches no dents on any skids


That's the same thing that happened to mine. Everytine I stepped on the gas

Yours moved up and rubbed the exhaust? I am hoping to take a drive to my step-dads this weekend to put washers in, and maybe trim the hitch bolts.

[07JeepXK]

My belly skid was bent up from RC and actually touching the exhaust. So when I stepped on the gas the exhaust was digging into the skid making a horrible noise. When your inside the Jeep it sounded like it was coming from the t case

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Mine rattles sometimes, Ill be doing the washers soon. Have things on my mind, like which direction Im going with the bumper and MTRs!! Since Ill be chopping up the bumper, I may get stupid and run 285s like Adam, so he cant be "big boy on campus"!!!

[Core XK]

Lol I was thinking of doing 33s next time around also :o

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[cabledog25]

Haha that sounds like a good idea, after i run down the duratracs i might plan on trying to fit 33s too :D

[07JeepXK]

Yeah see my skid was so bent that it didn't even rattle. Just straight up made a horrible noise like something in the drive train was messed up. I might straighten it out this weekend and reinstall it with extra spacers. I feel naked without my skids!

My tires are down to like 65-70% tread already due to the crazy mileage I put on my jeep. Next set will be 34's with tube fenders. The 34's might not see this XK though. It will be gone in January.

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Oh here we go with the XK gonna be gone again!! hahaha.. Adam besides front bumper and rear part of fender flare, will Ill be ok with pinch weld mod or will I need to do with you did?!!?

[Core XK]

Yeah can I fit 33s with pinch weld and spacers

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[07JeepXK]

Oh here we go with the XK gonna be gone again!! hahaha.. Adam besides front bumper and rear part of fender flare, will Ill be ok with pinch weld mod or will I need to do with you did?!!?

Haha.. I got a text a 5:30 this morning from my brother saying he sold his gf's lifted Chevy and got $5500 cash for it last night. He is going to hold onto that and come up with the other $3000 between now and January and buy my Jeep. He has three kids and just got his gf pregnant so he needs a 7 pass vehicle. So we shall see what happens. I dont believe anything till there is cash in my hand.

Andrew. It all depends on what type of tire you are going with (MT/AT...not all tires are the same specs). If you want to run a 33 inch MT then the pinch weld will have to be addressed. What I did to mine isnt bad, I just only did the first half and never got around to welding in new sheet metal to finish it off.

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Im going MTRs regardless of which size I do, but I cant do the pinch weld like you did, just dont have the knowledge or experience with that..

[Core XK]

I would really like to do 33s when these duratracs are done. I wont be able to do a SL for quite some time so i ld be happy with 33s lol

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[cabledog25]

I would love to get a SL too, if i come back out here any time soon then ill be getting the SL and some bigger rubber at the same them.

[stites-xk]

When my tires are dead im going woth 35's

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[07JeepXK]

Keep in mind though I have been modding my jeep for the past five plus years which helped me fit 33's. I have the rear AC delete mod done, cut out the entire pinch weld area, trimmed my front flares, did the sal bumper mod, JBA UCA's, added 1/2 rear lift spacers and extended rear bump stops with a perfect back spaced wheels.

Now with a superlift you wouldn't have to do any of those mods other than find a good back spaced wheel for 33's

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Yea Im not deleting rear ac, the other things I could probably do.. Depends on how crazy I feel and what the bonuses look like!!

[stites-xk]

Keep in mind though I have been modding my jeep for the past five plus years which helped me fit 33's. I have the rear AC delete mod done, cut out the entire pinch weld area, trimmed my front flares, did the sal bumper mod, JBA UCA's, added 1/2 rear lift spacers and extended rear bump stops with a perfect back spaced wheels.

Now with a superlift you would'nt have to do any of those mods other than find a good back spaced wheel

Except if you want to go bigger than 33 or 34. Like me i going to 35s so i will have to make bump stop extensions and rear ac/heat delete I've done the pinch weld already.

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[07JeepXK]

Yea Im not deleting rear ac, the other things I could probably do.. Depends on how crazy I feel and what the bonuses look like!!

So then you will have to find a way to relocate/move the lines so the tires dont come into contact with them.

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Wow things really got heated in that ROTM over there hahahahaha!! Congrats man, this guys got his panties in a bunch cause his LED tails and XD series wheels that everyone has (And I want!) didnt win him the ROTM. Good deal I say we all enter next mth hahahaha

[07JeepXK]

We should. It's open now! Lol I'll get some nice pics this weekend

[cabledog25]

We should. It's open now! Lol I'll get some nice pics this weekend

LOL didnt you win sept?

[Core XK]

Yeah he got a little upset on that ROTM LOL!

I always see Adam on there and always voted for him; I figured I'd throw some pics up for fun lol and....well you seen the outcome!

Thanks for the group support guys! we stick together! :P!

[07JeepXK]

Yeah by default cause no one else submitted. Every time I won was by default. No competition.

[cabledog25]

LOL hey a win is a win. and look at it like this everybody else was afraid to compete against you :D

[Core XK]

I topped my tires off on Monday. The one dropped almost 10 PSI since then. I looked for any punctures and I don't see any. Maybe the valve was leaking air? I didn't feel any but I did tighten the valve. I'll fill it up later and we'll see.

I can't afford a new $240 tire! lol

[Core XK]

Well I love the look of your XK Adam. I like anything blacked out LOL and the 33s are sweet........I want....

[cabledog25]

I do too man and i agree the 33s loon nice

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Corey, check with the seat of the tire on rim, bead. Thats where a cpl of mine were leaking, when you air down dirt/mud cant get in there and cause a leak when you air back up, could be simple as that. To check it get a soapy spone and wipe around the tire, you will find your leak

[Matt]

I tend to not participate in those threads but the "LED lights and brake pads" comment almost made me spit out my soda lol. At least he's not one of those guys that list Mobile 1 oil" as a mod hahaha.

Andrew I dare you to submit for ROTM and list the following mods:
Napa brake pads
Synthetic engine oil
RainX washer fluid (the green stuff)
Febreze vent air freshener

Edit: but don't actually do that.... I'm not a fan of forum wars and just poking fun.

[06JeepXKHEMI]

hahaha You must know to well cause I like nothing more than getting into debates and making people look, dumb! I am going to submit for ROTM, Im going to hit some local mud trails and hope I dont get a flat, and submit some pics. Thats all after my "snorkel" research Saturday..

[Core XK]

lmao @ you guys

Andrew, I will check what you said. I intend to wash the tires tonight to check for Plasti-Dip damage anyway lol...

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Im going to enter and put these mods:
Mopar OEM Brake Pads and Rotors
Gas Engine
Auto Transmission
Leather Interior
Tail AND Head Lights!!
F&R Bumpers

[Core XK]

Im going to enter and put these mods:
Mopar OEM Brake Pads and Rotors
Gas Engine
Auto Transmission
Leather Interior
Tail AND Head Lights!!
F&R Bumpers

LOL.....

Hope he has a sense of humor?

[cabledog25]

Im going to enter and put these mods:
Mopar OEM Brake Pads and Rotors
Gas Engine
Auto Transmission
Leather Interior
Tail AND Head Lights!!
F&R Bumpers

LOL you got my vote

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Sweet! My bad about being an a$$, I got in a politics debate with people who 1) know nothing about politics and 2) nothing about debate and following arguments with support or facts, so Im a bit jacked up right now!! But I must say Corey, that XK has come a long ways man, I need to step my game up!!!

[cabledog25]

haha yeah Corey your XK has came a long ways since i started following and im counting down the days still i can get my hands on mine again, i got a laundry list of mods that will be going on it.

[Core XK]

Thanks guys, the credit card is still hurting though lol hence why I need to take a break :)

Sliders will be an x-mas gift and hopefully a roof rack for my spare. Other then that, I only really want the front guard and then I intend to save my money for awhile to either upgrade my lift with OME or wait for SL.

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Nice plan, Ive got a lot up my sleeve and it all depends on the tier bonus I hit. MTRs are 1st, bumper mod of some sort, headers, sliders, SA Diff Cover!!

[cabledog25]

haha yeah all of my mods are going to be purchased with my reenlistment bonus. and is there any word on the SA diff cover, know when it will be available?

[Core XK]

haha yeah all of my mods are going to be purchased with my reenlistment bonus. and is there any word on the SA diff cover, know when it will be available?

I'm not too sure but I'd like to sell my 4xg one and get the silver SA lol

[07JeepXK]

haha yeah all of my mods are going to be purchased with my reenlistment bonus. and is there any word on the SA diff cover, know when it will be available?

I'm still waiting on a $5000 reenlistment bonus the Army owes me. Been waiting since February. They messed up the paperwork. I'm ready to reenlist for another 6 years for another $10,000 but I want my money they owe me first.

[cabledog25]

LOL yeah they look pretty nice and i plan on painting it, just trying to figure out a nice accent color for my XK. I want something different seems like everybody has blue, red, green, or PINK skids :P

[cabledog25]

dang man how long you been in? this is my first reenlistment. im a yougen, just got about 2 and a half years in

[07JeepXK]

dang man how long you been in? this is my first reenlistment. im a yougen, just got about 2 and a half years in

I have been in 10 1/2 years now. I'm only 29 years old...

It goes by fast trust me.

[Core XK]

Damn thats a good chunk of time!

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[07JeepXK]

Yea but ill be retired from the Army in about 9 1/2 years. Can't beat that!

[cabledog25]

haha yeah that is a good chunk of time, i dont plan on being in that long, ill do about 10 and get out. and i just remember that im working with a NY Guard unit. i think they are the 101 ESB

[Core XK]

Cleaned my tires and wheels. I didnt see any leak spots so we will see if the PSI drops again.....

On a lighter note, the plasti-dip held up from the RC trip. The only peeling is on the rim which is the easiest to touch up! So im happy about that.

Drove along side a 2005ish WK today. He had a 2" lift, shocks, sliders, tires and wheels from what I could see. Was nice seeing it around here because its rare!
He was totally checking the XK out!

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[Sal-XK]

Yea but ill be retired from the Army in about 9 1/2 years. Can't beat that!

Or you could jump with a bad chute and retire 9 1/2 years early LOL

[07JeepXK]

Or you could jump with a bad chute and retire 9 1/2 years early LOL

Is that what happened to you? What about your reserve chute?

[Sal-XK]

Is that what happened to you? What about your reserve chute?

Your reserve is there to make you feel better about jumping like a blanky for a child LMAO If my chute never opened I suppose I would of had time to pull the reserve but I had a opening shock then lost all lift then smacked the ground took about 3 seconds max and it was over. Minimum ATL night time combat jump no moon either so by the time I realized I was free falling again the ground was right there. I did do a text book PLF though hahahahah I think that's what saved me from serious injury or death. My injuries weren't to bad just bad enough were they said I had to ride a desk for the rest of my career so I bailed out took the medical and got out I just couldn't handle doing S1 or something like that just not my thing.

[Matt]

Hey corey how are you and your totally awesome fiance doing? Haven't heard from you in a while.

[LWM]

Hey corey how are you and your totally awesome fiance doing? Haven't heard from you in a while.

Maybe they are doing so well and that's why you haven't heard from him :)

[Matt]

Or she ran over him with the XK :p

[07JeepXK]

She sold his XK and banned his computer and cell phone privledges.. Lol

[cabledog25]

LOL poor corey!

[pjmjr508]

She sold his XK and banned his computer and cell phone privledges.. Lol

LOL

[Core XK]

lol You guys are crazy!

My fiance and I are better then ever, and we are planning our wedding in the Dominican Republic :)

I made her a promise I'd take a break from my jeep for a little while since I've dropped almost $3,000 in 4 months in it!! (It's hard but I am doing it!)

Thanks for thinking of me :P

[Matt]

That roof rack installed yet?

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Stop slacking Corey!!! Im real close to getting a roof rack myself..

[Core XK]

Lol im going to install it this weekend as well as using my new tool set!! To figure out if its the shock bushings making all of that rattling ;(

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[06JeepXKHEMI]

I had a horrible rattle in the rear, turned out to be the spare tire which is no longer there.. Id start there, looking forward to seeing pics of rack install

[Core XK]

I had a horrible rattle in the rear, turned out to be the spare tire which is no longer there.. Id start there, looking forward to seeing pics of rack install

Yeah I have been thinking of that recently. I just might take the tire down to be sure before even messing with the shocks.

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[Matt]

Definitely get that tire down. I know its not seated right.

And now you have a rack for it!

[Core XK]

Yeah Im going too......I cant afford a mount or lock so ill have to strap the tire down on the rack for the time being

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[Matt]

Yeah Im going too......I cant afford a mount or lock so ill have to strap the tire down on the rack for the time being

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I have a mount....

[Core XK]

I have a mount....

Lol your using it.

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[Matt]

Lol your using it.

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Negative. Took it off so I can park in garage now that the XK is my daily driver again. Sold the Liberty.

[Core XK]

Where are you keeping your spare?

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[Matt]

In the back until my bumper comes.

[Core XK]

Picture of the HIDS and fogs. Going to post some pics tomorrow of a few different things done the last couple months.

https://theultimatejeep.com/images/imported/2013/08/umudeqan-1.jpg

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[Core XK]

Only thing different from old photos are smoked taillights and chrome grab handles lol

Front pic is just smoked turn signals and yellow tinted fog lights.



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[Core XK]

Painted the Commander cut outs black to match the HEMI sign and overall look of the XK. This was Matts idea and it turned out great.

Not the best picture..

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[Matt]

Looks great man! What method did you end up using??

And thanks for the props :cool:

[Core XK]

Looks great man! What method did you end up using??

And thanks for the props :cool:

Thanks man. I ended up using a very thing paint brush and Black Pearl touch-up paint. It seemed to work the best and I could just scrape off any imperfections with a razor blade. It still needs a 2nd coat but I love the way it pops and brings out the rest of the black on the XK. I need to get another Hemi badge for the other side of the hood to match.

[1USMC]

...and it turned out great.



I agree . It turned out very nice . I like both the paint idea and the extra HEMI sign !

Where are you getting the HEMI signs ?

[Core XK]

I agree . It turned out very nice . I like both the paint idea and the extra HEMI sign !

Where are you getting the HEMI signs ?

Thanks! Amazon is where I got the Hemi sign. I actually just ordered another one for the passenger side.

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[pjmjr508]

great idea.

[Core XK]

New Lift coming in December/January.

MMOME Lift? Matt's Modified OME Lift? lol...

Front: OME Springs, Struts, Matt's 1/2 Spacer, RRO UCA's

Rear: OME Springs, 2" RC Spacer

I think the front Struts and UCA's will be painted silver, and the rear springs silver.

[Core XK]

Took advantage of warmer weather and painted Rear OME Springs. I wonder if painting front springs, struts, AND UCAs Silver will be too much? I think another forum member (sitesz?) Did it with yellow and I liked it.

Thoughts?

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[Matt]

Looks good man.

You should've come over today..... could have painted your UCA's and given me some moral support too!

[Core XK]

Looks good man.

You should've come over today..... could have painted your UCA's and given me some moral support too!

Yeah man I still feel bad for you lol If I wasn't as sick as I am I would have been down there. I have an Upper Respiratory Infection. Doc gave me some meds so I should be good before X-mas. I thought the UCA's weren't shipping until Monday? I sent (2) more cans of paint to your house btw lol the one can I got was messed up (It wasn't the weather) it sprays very bad.

The springs didn't come out perfect but I didn't care because they are going to get messed up and are hidden to the eye most of the time.

[Matt]

Need some updated pictures. Oh and you're officially taller than me finally, albeit with MY suspension parts, but still :p

[Core XK]

Need some updated pictures. Oh and you're officially taller than me finally, albeit with MY suspension parts, but still :p

lol I love it. It feels good to have a "real" suspension lift. I feel the difference and I love how much stiffer it is. Pep-boys denied me for an alignment because of the lift. Hopefully the guys who did my alignment before will have no issues. I sent them a message.

I will get some pictures of the new lift and post them up.

[07JeepXK]

Need some updated pictures. Oh and you're officially taller than me finally, albeit with MY suspension parts, but still :p

How is he taller than you? You also have 4 inch spings in the rear.

[Core XK]

How is he taller than you? You also have 4 inch spings in the rear.

I have OME HD + RC Spacer in the rear.

[07JeepXK]

I have OME HD + RC Spacer in the rear.

Ok and he has 4 inch rear springs so shouldn't your XK be pretty much the exact same height? You both are running the same size tires too

[Core XK]

Well he has a steel bumper with tire on it, and no hes running 18s im running 17s. His tires are bigger.

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[07JeepXK]

Well he has a steel bumper with tire on it, and no hes running 18s im running 17s. His tires are bigger.

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Interesting lol still confused. To make this easier what are your measurement from ground to flare

[Core XK]

Lol ill let Matt chime in...I think matt has the measurements. We took them before and after. Adam, I cant wait to see your xk in person. I think im gonna go 33s once my duratracs are done (which will be awhile)

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[07JeepXK]

Hell yeah, that Hemi will have no problems Rollin 33's

[Matt]

lol guys i was poking fun at myself for my decreasing front height.

Our dimensions are very similar right now, I have slightly more height in the rear than Corey. Though I think my tires may be slightly taller...

Here's his dimensions (3/4 tank of gas, right?)

BEFORE W/ RC Lift:
35.75 36.00
36.25 36.50

AFTER W/ OME HD + Strut Spacer + RC Rear Spacer:
36.90 37.00
37.75 38.25

Delta:
+1.15 +1.00
+1.50 +1.75

[07JeepXK]

Nice! With my 34's I'm sitting an inch higher than Corey's numbers all the way around

[Core XK]

Nice! With my 34's I'm sitting an inch higher than Corey's numbers all the way around

Lol damn 34s. Maybe ill squeeze 34s one of these days but 33s are at the moment the route I want to take.

I wasnt really going for more height although it is nice. Best part is having a much betted suspension that also looks aftermarket!

Thanks again Matt for the textbook lift install lol Id never let any shop touch it.

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[Core XK]

Alignment is done and everything still feels good. Here are some pictures for your viewing pleasure.



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[Core XK]

Some more.


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[Core XK]

And this is after lift was done and I could not get out of Matts Garage...



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[JustinS]

Looks damn good

[Core XK]

Looks damn good

Thanks man!

[Matt]

Those tires look tiny :)

[Core XK]

Shut up :(

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[Core XK]

So I did some snow wheeling with this last storm. New suspension and tires performed very well! to say the least. I did have to use 4-low which I am glad still works. I got "Stuck" in a huge pile lol but once in 4-low I was out. One of these days I'd like to lock the XK but that is probably one of the last mods I will do.

On a not so good note, my driver's side sunroof tubes are leaking a bit. Which I cleared both the driver's and passenger's side last summer. I am not worrying about it right now since it's too cold for me to care.

Anyone else enjoy the snow?

[Matt]

Pics or it didnt happen :p

I didn't take the xk out in the snow. Spent too much time under a vehicle with snow melting on my head... didnt want to do that to Tim! (Had him align it yesterday. I got the passenger side perfect in my garage!)

[Core XK]

haha nice! No pictures lol I was having too much fun INSIDE the XK :P

[JustinS]

You guys in the north east stole all the snow, the Midwest didn't get anything from this storm. I love goofing off in the snow!

[Core XK]

You guys in the north east stole all the snow, the Midwest didn't get anything from this storm. I love goofing off in the snow!

Yeah lol I love the stares from people I get.

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[Core XK]

So now that I have the biggest/best lift I can get unless I go SL. I intend to pick up the 4xG Sliders and 4xG Front Guard this year to really have this XK ready for blues. Next year I will probably remove my rear HVAC lines and put on 33" DuraTracs!

[Matt]

You know jon has an asfir front skid for sale in his "scratch & dent section" ;)

[Core XK]

You know jon has an asfir front skid for sale in his "scratch & dent section" ;)

I will check it out but I am not buying anything until after the wedding lol so I doubt it will be for sale in another 5+ months but yeah never know! When I do buy the sliders I'd like to do the same thing you did to reinforce the bolts.

[Matt]

You know where the shop is :)

[Core XK]

That I do. I have been getting more stares ever since the new lift lol

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[Matt]

Because people are noticing your tires look too small.

[Core XK]

Asshole. :)

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[07JeepXK]

Matt don't you have about the same size lift as Corey with approx same size tires lol

[Core XK]

Adam, while I have you in my garage lol do I need to cut my bumper for 33s? Or are spacers, pinch weld, and removal of HVAC lines good enough?

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[07JeepXK]

That's a good question. I did the Sal bumper mod back when I was running 32's. So it was already done prior to the 33's. I also cut out my pinch welds completely the day of the 33 install. Again before they were actually bolted on. You have more lift than I do up front so you might be good. I guess there is only one way to find out.

[Matt]

Matt don't you have about the same size lift as Corey with approx same size tires lol

No i'm running 275/65/18 (32x10.8), Corey has 245/75/17 (31.5x9.6). I had the same exact tires as Corey and sold them to Tim when i added the lift that Corey just put on... because the tires were tiny :p

[07JeepXK]

Ahhh that makes sense now.

[Matt]

But at least he has Duratracs... I just have standard ATs that dont look nearly as badass :(

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Corey, dont bother with 33s, man up and go 35s!!! Im ditching my 33s for 35s next month

[Core XK]

Corey, dont bother with 33s, man up and go 35s!!! Im ditching my 33s for 35s next month

lol I can't fit 35s on the XK without a SL. Unfortunately my DuraTracs have A LOT! of life left. So I guess I will just drool over getting my 33s until then. I just wish there was a definite way to find out if they will rub excessively before dropping all of that money.

And yes, Matt, you may have larger tires but you tires are girly. Step your game up to real tires.

[06JeepXKHEMI]

You both have girly tires!!! MTRs are man tires! hahahha

[Core XK]

You both have girly tires!!! MTRs are man tires! hahahha

lol I still think DuraTracs look way more badass than MTR's!!

[07JeepXK]

Hell no. MT/R's definitely look way more badass

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Hell no. MT/R's definitely look way more badass

This. Man ****.

[Matt]

My tire's daddy can kick your tire's daddy's butt!

[Core XK]

Lmao we all need to get together for drinks

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[07JeepXK]

We need to get together and go wheeling!

[Core XK]

We need to get together and go wheeling!

Yeah thats even better. I want to see those 34s in person!

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[06JeepXKHEMI]

Set of almost new Duratracs 33's in wilkes barre for sale on JF

http://www.jeepforum.com/forum/f125/285-70-17-duratracs-2005913/

[Core XK]

I would but Id need to sell mine :(

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[07JeepXK]

I know the MT/R's come in a 275/70R17. Slightly smaller than a 33. If the Duratracs come in that size you could always go that route if your worried about the 285/70's fitting

[Core XK]

I know the MT/R's come in a 275/70R17. Slightly smaller than a 33. If the Duratracs come in that size you could always go that route if your worried about the 285/70's fitting

It is funny you bring this up because I was thinking of going for a 275/70/17. With my lift and spacers + Matt's Pinch Weld Mod, do you think removing the HVAC lines is needed with 275/70?

[Matt]

Corey they're the same size as my tires... They'll fit

[Core XK]

Okay. Well brand new MTRs at 275/70 are $1000 but I wont be getting tires for awhile unless I can sell mine for a good price.

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[Core XK]

Had a new spare tire carrier winch put in. With a piece of wood the spare fits fine underneath. However, when I go up to 275/70/17 I will probably only get (4) tires and keep the 245/75/17 spare under there. It will be good enough to get me to a shop for another 275/70 lol

I must say it is awesome having the cargo area back!!

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[Matt]

Set of almost new Duratracs 33's in wilkes barre for sale on JF

http://www.jeepforum.com/forum/f125/285-70-17-duratracs-2005913/

He posted those for sale in the xk/wk section for $800.

Corey you should see if he'll take $700 and go pick them up! Im sure you can get a few bills for your currenr tires....

[Core XK]

Honestly I would if the wedding wasnt 5 months away lol

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[Matt]

Well go pick up the shocks at least.... and the light bar for me lol
http://www.jeepforum.com/forum/f67/parts-sale-2027129/

[Core XK]

Lol I think thats far from me! Ill check.

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[Matt]

Eh have him meet you in Allentown ;)

[Core XK]

Thats far lol

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[Ross]

Those shocks are a deal! How do they compare to the resi's that you're runnin' Matt?

[Matt]

Those shocks are a deal! How do they compare to the resi's that you're runnin' Matt?

$200 is a really good price.

They're the 10" travel version so they're ~26.10" extended vs the 28.10" that I have. Other than that, they're completely rebuildable so if you don't like how they ride you can have them re-valved and/or add the C/D adjuster that I have on the reservoir.

[Core XK]

Yeah im like drooling over the tires. Looks like ill be waiting and getting 275/70 MTRs

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[Mongo]

Yeah im like drooling over the tires. Looks like ill be waiting and getting 275/70 MTRs

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Just ordered 5 285x75r16 off tire buyer. Com with coupon came out to 1350.00

After everyone said how much better the mt/r are over the km2 I thought it was a no brained...

Like your build.. Been reading it all.. Nice job!!

[pjmjr508]

Just ordered 5 285x75r16 off tire buyer. Com with coupon came out to 1350.00

After everyone said how much better the mt/r are over the km2 I thought it was a no brained...

Like your build.. Been reading it all.. Nice job!!


is the 16 a typo?

[Core XK]

Just ordered 5 285x75r16 off tire buyer. Com with coupon came out to 1350.00

After everyone said how much better the mt/r are over the km2 I thought it was a no brained...

Like your build.. Been reading it all.. Nice job!!

Nice! I think I made the final decision to wait until next winter to purchase a set of (4) 275/70/17 MTR's because I know for a fact they will fit. When this XK is paid off I have full intentions of a SL w/ 35's so I will be happy with 275/70's as they are just under a 33". HOWEVER, I still! like the looks of a DuraTract over an MTR lol....thank you for the compliments on my build. I could not have done without Matt so he deserves some credit. I enjoy the XK every single time I drive it so all of the money and work was well worth it.

$1350 doesn't seem bad for 5 MTR's. I was quoted $1,000 for (4) 275/70's.

[Mongo]

is the 16 a typo?

Nope..

My 06 was built in 05 and fit 16 with no problems.. Made the tires a little cheaper as well..


I know they make the kevlar in 275 but didn't see the durotracks in that size.. According to Tire rack.. The 275 was my second pick if the 16 rims didn't work out..


I ordered from tire buyer. Com was a little cheaper with shipping and found a coupon code for 50 dollars off.. Made it a better deal than Tire rack..

[07JeepXK]

Do you have pics with your jeep running 16 inch wheels? Not sure how they clear the brake calipers

[oleblue27]

Corey I ran a 34" tire on less than a 2" lift with minimal rubbing and hvac lines still in place lol


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[Core XK]

Yeah but did you wheel? I dont know how 34s are possible on a 2" if you wheel?

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[Mongo]

No pictures yet.. Still waiting on tires.. I'll. Post one when I get my tires..

[oleblue27]

Yeah but did you wheel? I dont know how 34s are possible on a 2" if you wheel?

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Oh hell no I would have tore things up lol. But I'm running 6" lift now with 36" trail grapplers with no rub on or offroad!


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[Core XK]

Yeah thats nice. I will either do 33 duratracs or 275/70 MTRs. I just dont want to buy 33s and then they dont fit lol....

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[Core XK]

So Kacie is sick of her Camry this winter. I am trying to convince her to lease a 2014 WK ll!!!!!

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[Matt]

Duuuuude.... yes.

On 2nd thought... no. You need to buy, not lease. Gonna need a good vehicle to tranport them mini-C's in a few years

[Core XK]

Duuuuude.... yes.

On 2nd thought... no. You need to buy, not lease. Gonna need a good vehicle to tranport them mini-C's in a few years

Lmao yeah I know....and they will be coming soon! Yeah but she wants a fully loaded which will be close to $500+ so we don't to want to pay that much for a car with buying a house in the near future. I had her look at the compass too but we'll see. She is also looking at the Nissan Rogue. I of course want her to get a Jeep :P

[Matt]

Trust me you're not gonna want to lease a vehicle now and then have to buy a new one in a few years when the lease is up AND you have young kids.

Buy something now so its paid off in a few years and then the kids can destroy a paid off vehicle that you've already got some use out of.

Take a look at CX5s ;)

[Core XK]

Yeah valid points. We were at the auto show today. The CX5 is nice.

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[pjmjr508]

other than jeep I would get the wife a Q5 or the new Allroad by Audi, both are sick.

[lekmedm]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RCuvwYd9JuE

[lekmedm]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0_MXK2nzt2Y

[lekmedm]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kRniF4JQN2U


Can you tell Subaru blood runs through my veins (along with Jeep)?

[Core XK]

Yeah I do love Subaru's. I have wanted a WRX STI for a long time lol....I may buy one when the XK is paid off.

[06JeepXKHEMI]

I like the sti wagons a lot but I cant be in a car anymore, not as a primary driver..

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[Core XK]

So aside from doing a bunch of maintenance on the XK this spring/summer such as fluid changes, rear brakes, and E-brake line. I am debating on my next big item. My choices are sliders, new tires or new wheels.

Thoughts? Suggestions?

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[hoaxci5]

sliders so you can wheel worry free

[Matt]

Out of the 3 choices you're currently only missing one of them. ... id go with sliders!

Keep your eye on JK forums for wheels and tires for sale... lots of those guys change wheels more than they change their oil

[Core XK]

Yeah sliders were my first choice. Matt if you dont mind Id like to do the same reinforcement to the bolts as you did. I will be ordering them once we return from the honeymoon lol after sliders I will probably pick up the front guard to have full skids.

Matt, I will keep an eye on JF. Thanks.

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[Matt]

No problem man. Wedding's coming up quick huh?

[Core XK]

Yeah man lol only 4 months now.

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[Matt]

So we'll be looking forward to welcoming Corey Jr into the world about this time next year....:p

[07JeepXK]

Get the sliders first

[lekmedm]

Sliders first, Corey Jr later...

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[Core XK]

Lmao yes. Kacie and I are both buying something big for ourselves because once the baby comes......

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[Core XK]

Does anyone else put Plus grade fuel faithfully? Or just me...

Also, how often do you guys with K&N filters change or clean the filter? Mine hasnt been touched in over a year 1/2.

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[07JeepXK]

I use 91 or 93 octane every fill

[Core XK]

I use 91 or 93 octane every fill

I thought Plus is whats recommended in the owners manual? Atleast for the 5.7L

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[Matt]

I run 89 per the manual. I tried every combination... 89 and 91 with stock tune, then 87, 89 and 91 with the associated superchips tune; 89 w/stocktune was always the best mpg and no significant performance increases with the higher tunes. Though i'm relatively easy on the gas so didn't really put the WOT tuning to the test.

I usually clean my K&N once a year. Take a peak at it... if it's not dirty then don't worry about it.

[lekmedm]

I've done very well running 87 octane since new.

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[07JeepXK]

I thought Plus is whats recommended in the owners manual? Atleast for the 5.7L

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I run the 91 performance tune with the flashpaq

[06JeepXKHEMI]

I ran my HEMI always with 91 or 93 with the tune at 91 Performance tune. I was avg 17-18mpg highway even with the MT/Rs with I stayed under 72mph and 12-13 city with a heavy foot. My intake I cleaned constantly cause Im ocd about it. You really dont have to but with the wheeling, winter and constant city driving I like to keep it clean. Keep in mind I work from home and have down time where the filter can dry enough before putting the oil on.

[lekmedm]

I ran my HEMI always with 91 or 93 with the tune at 91 Performance tune. I was avg 17-18mpg highway even with the MT/Rs with I stayed under 72mph and 12-13 city with a heavy foot.

I get those numbers running 87 with my 4"SL and 285s and no engine tune.

[06JeepXKHEMI]

My HEMI ran like **** with anything less than 91 in it, even with the right tune and my mpgs were terrible. I also drove aggressive cause who doesnt like the sound of a HEMI at WOT with true duals!

[07JeepXK]

I get those numbers running 87 with my 4"SL and 285s and no engine tune.

Haha I get those numbers with my 305/70 MT/R's

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Its 100% cause of the snorkel lowering air temps being a true cold air intake

[lekmedm]

Haha I get those numbers with my 305/70 MT/R's

I think I've mentioned this somewhere in another thread, but, at least for me, the question of which octane to run and possible tunes (if applicable) is a rather multifaceted one. It's one thing to run various octanes and engine tunes for power and performance reasons, but when some guys throw in what kind of MPGs their getting, I think we need to take a step back and reassess...

While it's common to talk about MPGs and their improvement with octane and tunes (or how they go down the crapper with lifts and added weight), the bottom line for the discussion is really money. I ask, what's the difference between 18mpg running on 87 octane and 18mpg running on 91 octane with a tune? Well, it's still 18mpg, but the difference is the cost of the fuel. I once did some calculating and came up with something like this (for my commute to work):

$27 (to fill half the tank) / 138 miles (my round-trip commute) = $0.1957 per driven mile

So, yesterday I paid $3.29 for 87 octane. It costs me about $0.20 to drive 1 mile, on average. Premium (91) at the same station is $3.59, so it would have cost about $29.50 to fill up. That translates to $0.2141 per driven mile. While this calculation does not take in to account driving styles (burnouts!) or conditions (city, hwy, traffic...), I think it provides a better comparison across setups. So, when the question is asked, "is the 4.7L more fuel efficient than the 5.7L with MDS?" or "which tune (and octane) should I run for better mileage?", I think it's better to just ask "which setup saves me the most money?" So at roughly 1.5 cents per mile difference between running 87 and 91, across 10,000 miles (yearly?) that's $150.

So, at least for me, I'm not looking for power gains, since the XK is my daily driver. I am happy with the stock performance, so I look to save some $$$ where I can. Running a higher octane does not work out for me financially.

I once did a calculation to compare the cost of running my XK vs my wife's turbocharged Subaru Outback. You would think there would be a big difference, but since the turbo requires premium fuel, the costs are almost the same!

[06JeepXKHEMI]

Personal preference is obviously the main underlying point. Im never satisfied with the stock performance haha and to me $150 per year to run a higher octane and more performance is well worth it. Reason I mentioned mpgs is because when you factor in the extra weight from tires, lifts, skids and other accessories it says a lot on how much tune helped with daily driving and maintained a more reasonable cost to the owner. Mpg are one of my biggest points with tunes, almost every tune Ive used has improved it while increasing performance

[07JeepXK]

I have to run the 91 performance tune on my jeep because the stupid dealer decided to do a flash on the computer years back without telling me and it was tuned with the Flashpaq already and it messed everything up. If I try to go back the the stock tune the transmission shifts all messed up

[Core XK]

Well my real concern was not MPG or money. My concern is what is best for the engine? Will using the manufactor recommended octane (89) pay off in the end? Or am I wasting money filling it up with Plus instead of Regular. I know premium is a no no unless your tuned for it. Which I will not be tuning it anytime soon.

Thankfully I am willing to put out money if it will increase the life of the XK. I am firm on keeping this truck until it dies. Keeping it properly maintained is number 1 on my list.

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[06JeepXKHEMI]

It wont help or hurt you, even if you did tune it. Running cleaner gas and no off brand cheapo **** will help, but running the 89 or 91 really wont help or hurt the life of the engine itself, just take care of it and dont rag on it like I do and it should run forever!

[lekmedm]

The octane you run has to do with engine timing and compression. The hemi is capable of adjusting the timing to some degree on its own, which is why you can run 87 or 89 octane. It doesn't hurt the engine. You will not get any benefit running 91 if you don't install a tune, but it won't hurt it.

[Matt]

87 can be run as long as there's no pinging. Pinging (pre detonation) will damage the engines. Every engine varies, so one person not having pinging issues does not mean you won't have pinging issues. There's also other factors that influence the likelihood of pinging to occur- higher ambient temps, cooling system efficiency, engine load (towing or heavy throttle), etc.

Facts aside here's my opinion:
If your vehicle is running well on 89, and you're not putting a lot if miles on it (ie not much cost savings), stick with 89.

[Core XK]

Well the reason I bring this up is because I am going from 12 miles a day to 46. So I may switch back to 87.

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[06JeepXKHEMI]

Best thing to do is fill a tank with different octanes and see how it responds. As Matt said every motor is different, personally Id NEVER run less than 89 in a HEMI but thats me and my preference. Try out all 3 and see what happens. One tank wont hurt anything..

[hoaxci5]

I always ran 87 in mine, even towing.. I couldn't see a difference that was worth the extra money with the superchips tunes at higher octanes.

[Matt]

Yeah man if you're jumping up to that mileage give 87 a shot. Take it easy on the skinny pedal and see how she feels.

I also recommend using one of the top tier stations when possible: http://www.toptiergas.com/retailers.html

[Core XK]

Yeah I am going to try 87. I did run 87 when I first got the XK with no issues. Well see. I usually fill up at a Sunoco or Exxon.

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[Core XK]

Matt, will you be available in May? My idea was to do the fluid changes, Ebrake line and brakes, and then in July install the sliders.



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[Core XK]

Bad day. My "check gascap" warning came on? Nothing wrong with the gas cap. 3 days later and now my check engine light is on which I find ironic....

To top it off. I went to change the fog light which burnt out and the little flap door snapped off so now its duck taped....

Screw you XK.......

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[Matt]

Yeah I should be good sometime early/mid May.

I bet your check engine light is on for small evap leak. Key dance to get the code?

[Core XK]

Evap leak? I will key dance later I had to run out quickly.

Any suggestions on covering the fog light hole? Lol I dont think duck tape will hold forever.

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[lekmedm]

Do I have to take a number to sign up for a slot in May?

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[Matt]

We can make it a wrench fest in May :)

Corey did you save the plastic that broke off?

[Core XK]

Yes I kept the plastic piece. Suggestions? Lol

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[Core XK]

As Matt hinted to I think its a small evap leak. I had my buddy run the codes and reset the check engine light. If it comes back we will test for the leak. I did replace the gas cap because the old one was messed up.

Moving on to the fog light issue lol. First off, that dumb little light is annoying to click in the slot so I gave up since its cold as hell out.

Any suggestions on how to fix the flap door? Lol I still have the door but its completely snapped off. Its currently duck taped on at the moment.

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[Matt]

$3 hinge from home depot and we'll rivet the door back on

[Core XK]

Sounds easy enough for me lol now I have to play with this damn fog light again....

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[06JeepXKHEMI]

Corey, if this fog light gives you an issue Id consider taking a step back from the XK!!!!!!! HAHAHAHA

[Core XK]

Corey, if this fog light gives you an issue Id consider taking a step back from the XK!!!!!!! HAHAHAHA

Lmao yeah things are not working out today. I found out they shipped me the wrong fog lights.......

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[06JeepXKHEMI]

Did you upgrade to the yellow tinted ones??? You can get those at any pep boys, auto zone store locally...

[Core XK]

Im running 3000k yellow. Ordered them off Amazon. They are sending me new ones.



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[Core XK]

I was looking at a used dodge charger srt 8 yesterday.....so tempting. I love me some american muscle.

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[fco27]

Seriously the best I could get is 15.5mpg on the highway but I drive 75 to 80 mph.

[07JeepXK]

I was looking at a used dodge charger srt 8 yesterday.....so tempting. I love me some american muscle.

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I'll buy your XK if you get the charger!

[mrnavy2]

Hey Matt, I am in on a Wrench Fest in May. I need to change my Diff Fluid .

[thance]

How are the RRO UCA's working out? My stock front left now has a lot of play and I need to replace..... trying to decide between stock, RRO and JBA......

I'm pretty much set on RRO as a good middle ground but would like some input from someone that has and is using them.

I currently have very little drop in the front and am hoping the RRO will address this.

[Core XK]

How are the RRO UCA's working out? My stock front left now has a lot of play and I need to replace..... trying to decide between stock, RRO and JBA......

I'm pretty much set on RRO as a good middle ground but would like some input from someone that has and is using them.

I currently have very little drop in the front and am hoping the RRO will address this.

RROs are working fine so far and they look great painted. Have not wheeled with them yet though. Matt knows more about them since he had them longer.

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[Core XK]

I'll buy your XK if you get the charger!

Lmao

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[Core XK]

So the flap doors for the fog lights fell off while driving and completely exposed. To top it off....its raining.

Any suggestions? I am sure ill now have electrical issues with the fog lights?....

Pissed.

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[06JeepXKHEMI]

I lost mine when I first got the XK, and wheeled, and drove through snow, water, mud with no problems, they still get wet from the front

[Core XK]

Hmmm....anyone have any suggestions on how to cover them without the plastic piece lol?

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[Matt]

dielectric grease in the plug and you'll be OK. It'll be more exposed than that when you do the Sal bumper mod

[Core XK]

Just rub the grease on the plug and wires? Where can I get this dielectrix grease? Thanks man

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[hoaxci5]

They sell it any any auto parts store, normally they have small single use packets at the register at autozone for like 2 bucks.. or you can buy a couple ounces for a few more bucks..

Then yea put it in the connector to "insulate" the connections from water.

[07JeepXK]

So the flap doors for the fog lights fell off while driving and completely exposed. To top it off....its raining.

Any suggestions? I am sure ill now have electrical issues with the fog lights?....

Pissed.

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I had my XK in a creek up to the headlights a few years ago and no electrical issues here!

[Core XK]

Well you guys have made me feel better lol thanks

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[Ross]

I removed the entire plastic wheel well liner a couple years ago. I've had no issues with electrics, even though most Houston wheeling is straight mud boggin' lol.

[thance]

Hold on, won't dielectric grease in a fitting with 2 or more connections (such as a light socket with a positive and negative next to each other on the same plug) potentially create a short?????????

This works on spark plugs because the head is the ground circuit, but for a light bulb, positive and negative are right next to each other and if the grease bridges the gap, you have a short.

[thance]

Matt - it's all you, can you provide persuasive reasons to either go with RRO or JBA for the front upper control arms?


RROs are working fine so far and they look great painted. Have not wheeled with them yet though. Matt knows more about them since he had them longer.

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[hoaxci5]

Hold on, won't dielectric grease in a fitting with 2 or more connections (such as a light socket with a positive and negative next to each other on the same plug) potentially create a short?????????

This works on spark plugs because the head is the ground circuit, but for a light bulb, positive and negative are right next to each other and if the grease bridges the gap, you have a short.

Dielectric grease is a non-conductive, it just seals out the bad stuff, so as long as each connection still gets mated correctly there won't be any problems.

[Matt]

Matt - it's all you, can you provide persuasive reasons to either go with RRO or JBA for the front upper control arms?

RRO uses Liberty bushings. ... technically a downgrade from stock. That alone is reason for me not to spend good $$$ on them and pay a few bucks more for JBA (I gave Corey a sweet deal and he's not planning on beating them up offroad as much as me).

In addition I found RROs quality control to be sub-par. My first set of control arm bushings separated on me in less than a year and resulted in metal on metal grinding. They "hand picked" a replacement set to send me (after many emails back and forth) and although "better", they were not made to proper oem arm width like JBA. See more here: http://www.jeepforum.com/forum/f67/upper-control-arms-jba-rro-2011945


And Jacob beat me to it, dielectric grease is not conductive.

[07JeepXK]

JBA for the win! I've had mine installed over two years now and not a single issue.

[thance]

Dielectric grease is a non-conductive, it just seals out the bad stuff, so as long as each connection still gets mated correctly there won't be any problems.

That explains why it is a non-issue! What's the conductive stuff called?