Jeff Daniel’s 8th Annual Jeep Show
It’s time for Jeff Daniel’s 8th Annual Jeep Show at Jeff Daniel’s Jeep Customizing in Harleysville, PA. Hundreds of Jeeps, thousands of people, local vendors, Jeep product vendors, local businesses, kids activities, off road demos, food, live music, did we mention hundreds of Jeeps? Read more
Bantam Jeep Heritage Festival
The Bantam Jeep Heritage Festival is organized by the Butler County Tourism & Convention Bureau and a group of committed volunteers and Jeep enthusiasts who want to create a signature annual event celebrating Butler, Pa.’s role as the birthplace of the jeep. Read more
Wrangler JK Handling Problems after Lift
QUESTION: I recently purchased a 2008 4dr JK Wrangler from an out-of-state dealer. It has a 4″ lift with 35″ tires and KMC bead locker wheels. I have noticed that on long sweeping left turns the Jeep very often feels like you’ve gone over a patch of ice and it is unable to hold a line. It is very scary. Also very often the ABS brakes kick in for no apparent reason. The dealer is clueless. Does anyone know what this might be? Please advise. Chris P.
ANSWER: Often after lift a Wrangler JK the owner or installer overlooks the absolute need to correct the steering wheel alignment. The Jeep’s computer uses steering wheel position to determine the direction of the vehicle. If it’s off more than a few degrees the Jeep thinks it is in a slide and uses the traction control system to attempt to correct the problem. Adjusting the steering wheel position is simple. There is a threaded collar in the drag link. Rotating the collar will turn the wheel one way or the other. It’s usually easiest to have 2 people. One in the Jeep to observe the wheel the other turning the collar. See below. Read more
AMC V8 Engine Color
QUESTION: Viewing Mike’s 360 rebuild I see he painted his motor, I’m trying to do the same on my 1980 360 Jeep motor but I can’t locate the color or code to do so. Would you be able to help me. Thanks, Scott
ANSWER: Eastwood sells engine paints in original factory colors. That’s what was used to paint the 360 in Mike’s Jeep. Here’s a link. Eastwood Ceramic Engine Paint – Quart AMC Metallic Blue
The article Scott referenced: AMC 360 Engine Rebuild
PA Jeeps All-Breeds Jeep Show 2011 – Part 4
The Show
The Jeep show is a place for Jeep owners to show off their Jeep. Many different classes are set up to organize the Jeeps and aid the judging. We will make class results available after the show.
Traditionally the PA Jeeps Show is on the 3rd week of July…so, next year’s show should be July 21 & 22, 2012. More details as they become available.
PA Jeeps All-Breeds Jeep Show 2011 – Part 3
The Obstacle Course
The ever present obstacle course provide Jeep owners to test out their Jeep’s prowess on hills, terrain changes, and rocks. The RTI ramp was available to test a Jeeps flex. Read more
PA Jeeps All-Breeds Jeep Show 2011 – Part 2
The 16th Annual PA Jeeps All-Breeds Jeep Show was blessed with gorgeous summertime weather. Sunny skies and high 80′s and lots and lots of Jeeps of all kinds made this years show a success from our perspective.
By mid day the York County Fairgrounds were packed with Jeeps of all varieties. Jeeps from the 40′s to today were neatly classed and organized on the fairgrounds field. The not-so-new-anymore JK Wrangler’s presence makes this once new Jeep seem normal. The classic Jeep area that covered Jeeps from early CJ’s, Jeep Trucks, Commandos, etc. to late CJ-7′s seemed to be getting the most attention. A nice JK is nice but a classic Jeep gets all the attention. Read more
Mopar Answers Call for Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Pickup Truck
PRESS RELEASE: Mopar Answers Call for Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Pickup Truck
Brand Announces Pricing for New JK-8 Kit
- Priced at $5,499, the Mopar® JK-8 Kit enables owners to transform their Jeep® Wrangler Unlimited into a pickup
- Kit now available for ordering through Mopar at Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and Ram dealerships
- Dealership or skilled do-it-yourselfers may do the installation
- Major components of the Mopar JK-8 kit include steel bed, inner and outer bedsides, sport bar extensions, Freedom panel assemblies, fiberglass hardtop and bulkhead
- Kit shipped in JK-8 and Mopar-stamped wooden crate (85.25-inch by 62.25-inch by 30-inch), instructions included
July 14, 2011 , Auburn Hills, Mich. – Jeep® enthusiasts now have the opportunity to transform their four-door Jeep Wrangler Unlimited into a two-door pickup truck.
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CJ T-18 Transmission Swap Speedometer Cable Connection
QUESTION: I have a 79 Jeep CJ5 I have taken to the frame, fully restored, and modified. It has a 360cu with Holley throttle body injection. I installed a rebuilt T18 Tranny behind it and I’m wondering will the stock speedometer cable attach to the T18 up to the speedometer? If so, where does the speedometer cable attach to the tranny?
ANSWER: The speedometer cable attaches to the transfer case near the rear output and yes you can use the same cable. See image below..the opening was taped to protect it during installation. The image is part of the jeepfan.com 78 CJ-5 frame swap project.
Rough Country 4″ YJ N2-Series Suspension Dominates On and Off-Road
PRESS RELEASE: Rough Country YJ N2-Series Suspension Dominates On and Off-Road
DYERSBURG, TENNESSEE— Looking for uncompromised performance on and off-road? The 4″ N2-Series Kit for Jeep YJ was engineered by Rough Country’s Research and Development Team to give the perfect blend of off-road performance and smooth highway ride. A set of application tuned, lifted leaf springs are included in this kit along with a power steering pitman arm and brake line relocation bracket. The 4″ N2-Series kit also includes a tubular transfer case drop kit to maintain proper driveshaft angles as well as track bar drop brackets, bumpstops, and a full set of sway bar links. Most notably this kit is outfitted with the all-new N2.0 Shock Absorbers, nitrogen charged and specifically tested and tuned for YJ applications. This allows for a super smooth highway ride and outstanding control in rugged off road situations from the same shock. This kit retails for $449.95
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Formed in early 1970’s, Rough Country Suspension® Products was a founder of the off-road industry and is one of the fastest growing manufacturers and marketers of lifted suspension packages and off-road accessories for 2wd and 4wd trucks and SUVs. Rough Country Suspension® Products is owned by Heckethorn Products® which boasts a rich history in the automotive aftermarket, including the invention of the first steering stabilizer for military Jeeps in the 1950s. As a complete supplier, Rough Country Suspension Products offers retailers, wholesalers, and consumers an opportunity to purchase easy to install off-road products the market is demanding.
CONTACT:
Rough Country Suspension Products
1400 Morgan Rd.
Dyersburg, TN 38024
800-222-7023
www.roughcountry.com
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