This section deals with the nitty gritty details of Jeep tech related topics like Jeep models, engines and drivetrains. You could find details of a particular model year Jeep or specifications of a Jeep’s transfer case. Even information on Jeep engine swaps and axles. You won’t find reviews or projects here, for that check out the Projects and Installs page.
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Jeep Vehicles Tech
Here you find all kinds of technical information and how-to articles about Jeep vehicles. Special models, new models and some old ones so much to read here.
How-To Read a Tire – What Does the Sidewall Say?
The side of your tire, known as the sidewall, contains all the information you will need to know about your tire. Whether your tire says “Goodyear” or some other name, all tires are …
Carter BBD Carburetor Alternatives
Options for ditching this problematic carb. In the last few years of the CJ series and the first few years of the Wrangler YJ Jeep outfitted the 4.2L (258) 6 cylinders with an electronic carburetor …
2016 Jeep Wrangler Backcountry Edition
Jeep keeps the special editions coming..the 2016 Jeep Wrangler Backcountry Edition is the newest addition and it’s pretty unique. While most of the special editions are regular Wranglers with …
Wiring Basics – Wire
At some point a Jeeper decides to install a new gadget or modify an electrical component. Often these electrical items are a CB radio, auxillary lights, or a piece of audio equipment..the list goes …
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Identifying Jeep Vehicles
Trying to identify your Jeep or one you are looking to buy? Maybe you just want to become an expert at identifying Jeeps?
CJ Renegade Spotters Guide
A guide to identifying CJ Renegade Jeeps Jeep started the Renegade option in 1970 on the CJ-5 model and continued it all the way to the end of the CJ series in 1986. Renegade models offered special …
Spotters Guide to the 72-75 AMC CJ-5
Identifying a Jeep – An In-depth Spotters Guide to the 72-75 AMC CJ-5. When AMC acquired the Kaiser Jeep Corp in 1971 they made many changes to the Jeep line starting in 1972. Identifying a …
Jeep Vehicles VIN Reference Guide
Decoding Jeep VIN Numbers The Vehicle Identification Number, or VIN is important for many reasons. Most of these reasons have nothing to do with us owners. But to a serious Jeeper the knowledge of …
Jeep Spotters Guide
Below is a chart giving information on various commonly found Jeep vehicles including model years, names, tech info, etc…If you find any discrepancies in this chart or have any thing to add click here …
Jeep Engines Tech
We all are chasing engine technical information from time to time. From error codes to oil capacity.
Jeep Wrangler Pentastar 3.6L Oil Change
The jeepfan.com 2012 Wrangler Rubicon hit 3588 miles and the Change Oil indicator started showing on the instrument cluster after every startup. Time for the first oil change..
Carter BBD Carburetor Alternatives
Options for ditching this problematic carb. In the last few years of the CJ series and the first few years of the Wrangler YJ Jeep outfitted the 4.2L (258) 6 cylinders with an electronic carburetor …
More Than You Ever Wanted to Know About Motor Oil
By Ed Hackett edh@maxey.unr.edu Choosing the best motor oil is a topic that comes up frequently in discussions between motoheads, whether they are talking about motorcycle s or cars. The following …
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Jeep Tires Tech
Tires are such a common upgrade to our Jeeps, making the right choice can be a challenge.
Jeep Wrangler JK 5 Tire Rotation
Having a Jeep with 5 full size tires means that tire rotation should include the spare. While some Jeep owners choose to leave out the spare in rotation for varying reasons like different size/type …
How-To Read a Tire – What Does the Sidewall Say?
The side of your tire, known as the sidewall, contains all the information you will need to know about your tire. Whether your tire says “Goodyear” or some other name, all tires are …
What Tires Fit?
We put together a little reference guide for those of you wondering what size tires will fit under your Jeep. These are general guidelines, your vehicle may be different. We are only going to cover …
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Jeep Wheels Tech
Along with tires, wheels are a common upgrade to a Jeep. There’s so much more than just picking a style you like. Making sure they fit correctly is an important factor in choosing wheels.
Wheel Terminology
WHEEL TERMINOLOGY Offset: The distance from the centerline of the wheel to the face of the mounting surface of the wheel that contacts the hub. Negative offset: Indicates the mounting pad is behind …
What Jeep Wheels Fit?
Often we get questions on what tires fit on what kinds of Jeeps with this or that lift, etc. In addition we get many questions asking on what jeep wheels fit on this particular Jeep or that. The Jeep …
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Jeep Suspension Tech
Lift kits and suspension mods are maybe second to tires and wheels. We discuss all kinds of options and how to pick the correct lift for your Jeep.
Jeep Spring Lift vs. Spacer Lift: Benefits, Differences, and Costs
When it comes to lifting a Jeep Wrangler TJ, JK, JT or JL, two of the most common approaches are spring lifts and spacer lifts. Both raise the ride height, but they do so in very different ways, and …
What Tires Fit?
We put together a little reference guide for those of you wondering what size tires will fit under your Jeep. These are general guidelines, your vehicle may be different. We are only going to cover …
Jeep Tie Rod and Drag Link End Identification
information provided by Parts Mike There are many 4X4 Internet sites and companies that make reference to custom steering components and list ES2233L and ES2234R tie rod ends as being “1 Ton” parts. …
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Jeep Bumpers, Exterior and Armor Tech
Protecting Your Jeep’s Underside – The Suspension, Steering, and Exhaust
Some components under your Jeep are vulnerable and are often overlooked. The suspension, steering, and exhaust system are key components that your Jeep needs to have protected.
Winches, winches, and winches
In the not so distant past there were only the big boys of the winch world. Those companies like Warn, Superwinch, and Ramsey were the names everyone knew when looking for a winch for your Jeep. …
Protecting Your Jeep’s Underside
Most Jeeps come factory with some protection for the basic parts underneath. The gas tank, transmission, and transfer case are usually among the factory protected. Sometimes the factory protection is …
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Jeep Chassis and Body Tech
The What’s & Why’s of Powder Coating
information provided by Absolute Powder Coating, LLC Let’s start with the WHAT’S? Powder Coating was first used in Australia in 1967. It was developed when they found a formulation for a …
Jeep CJ-5, CJ-7, and CJ-8 Scrambler Frame Dimensions
The following images outline the frame dimensions on late model (76-86) CJ vehicles. These images can come in handy when attempting to straighten or customize a Jeep frame. Also see CJ-5 Frame …
Protecting Your Jeep’s Underside – The Suspension, Steering, and Exhaust
Some components under your Jeep are vulnerable and are often overlooked. The suspension, steering, and exhaust system are key components that your Jeep needs to have protected.
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Jeep Electrical Tech
Lighting the Trail: Jeep CJ an TJ Headlight Options
The factory headlights on a Jeep CJ and TJ do one thing reasonably well—they turn on. Beyond that, performance is often lackluster, especially if you’re driving at night on country roads or …
Wiring Basics – Wire
At some point a Jeeper decides to install a new gadget or modify an electrical component. Often these electrical items are a CB radio, auxillary lights, or a piece of audio equipment..the list goes …
How to Tune a CB Radio with a Workman SWR Meter
Using Simple Tools for Better Communication. Whether you’re driving a Jeep down a dusty trail or communicating with your Jeep convoy, a CB radio is still a solid tool in the toolbox. But even the best …
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Jeep Gear Tech
Selecting the Best CB Radio
Selecting the Best CB Radio by Right Channel Radios, article reprinted with permission. The most important thing to understand when choosing a radio is that all CBs, regardless of their price, are …
GoPro Hero Cameras – Capture the Moment
Nothing is more enjoyable tackling some challenging trails and having your vehicle (and you) surviving to tell about it. Even better, capture the moment on video to relive the experience and prove it …
Winch Snatch Block and Tree Strap – Winch Gear
Having a winch on your Jeep is almost as standard as a lift but having the right winch accessories should be standard too. A winch snatch block and tree strap should be a standard addition to your …
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Jeep Driveline Tech
Toe, Caster, and Camber – Adjusting Camber
Jeep Steering Alignment 101 – Dana 30 and Dana 44 Front Axle Camber Adjustment
Replacing Your CJ Front Brakes
After several seasons of off-roading your Jeep’s brakes will probably need replacing. Mud, dust, and small rocks get stuck on the rotors and act like sand paper on your Jeep’s brakes. …
Installing a Chrysler 727 into a CJ
A few years back we covered a frame up restoration of Rich’s CJ. The old Jeep was stripped and completely redone. See Rich’s 84 CJ-7 Restoration After a few years the engine that Rich had …
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Jeep Driving Tech
Go Jeeping – Up Hill Driving Technique
Many types of terrain will be encountered when off road, hills can be some of the most fun. Personally, I enjoy hills more than just about anything else, especially uphill. Up hill driving …
The Art of Trail Spotting
No matter how skilled of an offroader you are a good spotter can make a difficult section of trail safer and more fun. Many causes of broken parts and body damage is the due to the lack of …
Jeep Quadra-Trac 4wd System
The Quadra-Trac name is used on a variety of Jeep full-time 4WD systems. It was available on several Jeep vehicles over a span of years. Often the name Quadra-Trac name was used to refer …
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Jeep Garage and Tools Tech
On the Trail Tire Repair
If you visit the Rubber Manufacturers Association’s website, it will inform you that the only way to safely repair a tire is with a plug-patch combination. If you talk with fellow Jeep owners, …
Millermatic 175 Mig Welder
A Jeepers garage is not complete without a quality welder. The Millermatic 175 is a small, portable welder that offers capabilities and features the home fabricator needs. The …
What is ISO? – International Organization for Standardization
What is ISO? – International Organization for Standardization The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) is an international standard-setting body composed of representatives from …
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Pot Luck
Here’s a random pick of all the articles that deal with Jeep tech.
CJ Renegade Spotters Guide – Page 3
1983-1984 Center of the hood tri-colored stripe. Letters that were all capitalized and a side stripe that followed the upward curve of the front fender. Side stripe continued straight under the door …
Decoding Jeep CJ VIN Numbers 1971-1986
1975 to 1986 Jeep CJ VIN numbers are usually located in several possible locations. You should find a tin plate on the drivers side firewall near the brake master cylinder. You may also find one on …
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Altitude – Special Model
Jeep recently announced a special model Jeep Wrangler, the Jeep Wrangler Altitude. This special model features unique styling and interior features not found on other Jeeps while still equipped with …