Northern Utah BS thread
05-16-2011, 10:48 PM
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Year: 1993
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Engine: 5.2 V8, Dual cold air, dual batts, E-fan, Sanden OBA
I feel ya Jeff, I wanted to finish putting my front axle in but I forgot my old knuckles were reamed to 9/16, since I don't have a reamer it is parked until I can afford one. Then I found a caliper bolt broke off inside the hole,tried removing it to no avail. So now I get to take the knuckle off my old axle and put it on this one along with new balljoints.
05-16-2011, 11:05 PM
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I stretched out the outer springs and it seems to have gained some manners, but we'll see. I want "Get some" on the trail, but I still have to have her get me to work everyday. Hard to find that happy medium, LOL!
05-16-2011, 11:07 PM
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I feel ya Jeff, I wanted to finish putting my front axle in but I forgot my old knuckles were reamed to 9/16, since I don't have a reamer it is parked until I can afford one. Then I found a caliper bolt broke off inside the hole,tried removing it to no avail. So now I get to take the knuckle off my old axle and put it on this one along with new balljoints.
05-16-2011, 11:13 PM
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Year: 1999
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Please help out a fellow jeeper/forum member!
Alright guys, I've got a small favor to ask.. I just purchased a new XJ and need some help lifting it!! My buddy who helped me lift my previous XJ isn't available for a while (as well as his tools), so I figured I would branch out to the forum for some assistance. It's a simple, 3" lift; New coils, leaf packs, shocks, and transfer case drop. For the most part I have the mechanical experience to accomplish the lift, as i have done one before, but i would feel much more comfortable with a veteran overlooking me. My tool supply is VERY limited. When lifting an XJ a torch, impact, etc. are very nice to have. It would probably be better to come to you, assuming you have the required tools. I'm more than willing to compensate for your time and/or provide pizza, beer, etc. Anywhere from Logan to the Salt Lake valley would be great! Thanks in advance, please shoot me a PM if you can help me out!
05-16-2011, 11:26 PM
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Not ready to celebrate quite yet, the initial test drive after the first install went well too. It was a couple days later that it exhibited a problem. I suppose the next couple days will tell if I'm going to stick with it, or pull the sucker out and save the money for a selectable! 
This project has taken a lot more of my time than I ever imagined.
This project has taken a lot more of my time than I ever imagined.my spartan is working like a charm. its super quiet too (wife still hasn't noticed the clicking)
and for some reason I am always ready to jump AGAIN and AGAIN lol...
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05-16-2011, 11:26 PM
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Originally Posted by Desert Rat
I hear you bro, do you ever stop to wonder why in the hell we do this to ourselves? We must be gluttons for punishment, LOL!
05-16-2011, 11:27 PM
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pushing the limits of me and the vehicle
being able to get into places many don't
and its a great adrenaline rush
05-16-2011, 11:29 PM
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Originally Posted by jmaxj
everytime i look and my junk and wonder why its got 22k in it when it looks like its worth 5 bucks. and wonder why i still do it, then 3 things come to mind.
pushing the limits of me and the vehicle
being able to get into places many don't
and its a great adrenaline rush
pushing the limits of me and the vehicle
being able to get into places many don't
and its a great adrenaline rush
Learning new things
Knowing you can fix it for cheap without resorting to a shop
05-16-2011, 11:38 PM
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05-16-2011, 11:40 PM
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Originally Posted by jmaxj
the list actually could go on forever but if it wasn't for the countless time, blood and anger that i have into that thing i would sent it to the crusher and take up knitting. at least that hobby could pay me if i sold my stuff at craft shows
05-17-2011, 07:19 AM
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05-17-2011, 01:02 PM
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. "How'd you afford that upgrade??" "The annual Crafts Fiesta, of course! Did you miss it??"Its the Jeep safari of craft shows, really.
05-17-2011, 02:22 PM
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Alright guys, I've got a small favor to ask.. I just purchased a new XJ and need some help lifting it!! My buddy who helped me lift my previous XJ isn't available for a while (as well as his tools), so I figured I would branch out to the forum for some assistance. It's a simple, 3" lift; New coils, leaf packs, shocks, and transfer case drop. For the most part I have the mechanical experience to accomplish the lift, as i have done one before, but i would feel much more comfortable with a veteran overlooking me. My tool supply is VERY limited. When lifting an XJ a torch, impact, etc. are very nice to have. It would probably be better to come to you, assuming you have the required tools. I'm more than willing to compensate for your time and/or provide pizza, beer, etc. Anywhere from Logan to the Salt Lake valley would be great! Thanks in advance, please shoot me a PM if you can help me out!
