Frame Replacement Question

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QUESTION: I was reading your frame replacement on your 78 CJ-5 with interest. I have a 79 CJ-5. I have a bolt on tire carrier. It’s mounted to the rear cross member. Appears as if it’s a little too heavy, as cracks have appeared in the cross member where the bumper/carrier is mounted. Question: It looks like the cross member is welded to the frame in a few locations. Yes/No? Can I simply unbolt the cross-member and replace, or is there more involved? I plan on replacing the cross member, and reinforcing the area where the bumper/tire carrier mounts. I don’t weld, but have a place near by that can do it for me. (This Jeep is a family heirloom…it’s been to Italy and back with us, and I learned to drive in it.) James Walker

ANSWER: The crossmember is fully welded to the frame and would need to be cut off to be replaced. There are factory replacement cross members available. Contact OK Auto for more info on a replacement. In our frame replacement article we replaced the rear cross member with a piece of 3/16″ “C” channel. The channel is much cleaner looking and stronger. The new cross member is welded in place and the rear bumper is bolted to the cross member backed with reinforcement plates the bolt to the frame as well.

With the body on the Jeep cutting the old member off will not be easy.

Related article: CJ-5 Frame Replacement

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Poweraid Throttle Spacer and Airaid Cold Air Intake install – Part 2

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Installation Steps and Tips Continued

After removing the temp sensor continue by removing the four bolts in the throttle body and pull the throttle body out. Install the spacer then the gasket then using the supplied bolts reinstall the throttle body. Read more

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Poweraid Throttle Spacer and Airaid Cold Air Intake install

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Adding a little more oomph and some extra MPG to Christine’s JK. Having a nice new lift, new tires and wheels, and some other mods Christine’s JK needed some extras under the hood to help the performance and efficiency of the 3.8L V6.

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Jeep Renegade Concept – More of the frog look

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Jeep is unveiling its new concept vehicle the Jeep Renegade. Continuing the frog look but still kinda cool. Perhaps a glimpse into the future of Jeep vehicles.

While I am content to not really see this thing on the dealer lot I still enjoy seeing what the creative minds are coming up with in Toledo.

A hybrid backed by a small diesel engine this Jeep is capable of 110 MPG and 40 miles on a single battery charge.

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Chrysler reveals Jeep Renegade Concept

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Jeep Renegade Concept

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Hybrid, 110 MPG, Offroad Capable, Futuristc Styling

PRESS RELEASE Jeep has revealed it’s latest Jeep concept vehicle called the Renegade at the North American International Auto Show. The two-seater Jeep is powered by two electric motors one on each axle delivering all-wheel-drive. The 16 kilowatt-hour lithium-ion battery module provides a range of 40 miles on a single charge. Read more

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Ted’s 2002 Jeep Liberty KJ

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This is the first Liberty featured on jeepfan.com. Here’s the details.

Specifications

  • ARB Air Lockers Front and rear
  • 245/75 Goodyear MTRs on Jeep Moab Rims
  • 2.5″ Frankenlift from All J Products with Rancho shocks and struts
  • Custom built upper A arms from Jeepin’ by Al
  • Garvin Wilderness Rack with 4 PIAA spot lamps
  • Coming soon, Rock Lizard Front and rear bumpers with spare tire carrier

Attended LOST MOAB run April 22-30 2006.

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New Hummer HX to rival the Wrangler? We aren’t scared.

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From CNNMoney: General Motors executives have long said that their Hummer line needs a new model. Soon, it will be adding a pick-up. Beyond that, the only direction left to go is smaller. And that means going head to head with the Jeep Wrangler.

GM is hoping to rival the Jeep Wrangler with the new Hummer HX. A 2 door, plastic looking SUV with full time 4WD and a 3.6L V6. I don’t think those of us here at the Jeep camp will be converting anytime soon.

* A Youthful, open-air entry-level-size HUMMER
* Designed by a trio of young designers
* Convertible body with removable roof panels and modular rear roof assembly
* Easily removable fender flares and doors
* Full-time 4WD with front and rear locking differentials
* Aeronautically inspired interior with functional, lightweight design elements
* Reconfigurable instruments for highway and off-road driving
* 3.6L SIDI V-6 E85 FlexFuel engine with six-speed automatic transmission

IMO – The futuristic looking vehicle appeals to an entirely different crowd. Bring it on…
If you want to see more see it on the HummerForums.com

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Tire chains on a Wrangler JK

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QUESTION: I am a 07 JK owner. The factory manual states that you cannot use tire chains on a rubicon. I would like to know why. I called a local dealer and they don’t have a clue. Is this to do with the ESP control? Any help will be very much appreciated. Ralph

ANSWER: I think the main reasons are for possibly 2 things.

Tire clearance: The wider/larger tires on the Rubicon may cause the chains to make contact with the rear suspension and/or the rear part of the rock rails. The excessive backspacing on the JK causes the tires to get very close to the rear suspension arms and sway bar.

Lockers: Personally, I wouldn’t think it’s a problem if you did use the locker while running chains at low speeds and for a limited time. Another fact that the JK lockers are only usable in low-range and under 18 mph.

I probably would avoid them since if something happens you may be at fault and your warranty may be cover it.

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