JK Wrangler Power Locks Tweaks
There seem to be many combinations of the power lock operation in the new JK. Some of these procedures are under debate and some you may need to try a few times to get it right. Use at your own risk.
Technical & Info
Jeep V8 Conversions
This years old article about Jeep V8 conversions that keeps giving. Really this is a common conversion, one we have done several times. It is tough to put an exact price on, or what all you need. Here’s a list of essential items you will need, not to mention also needing the proper tools. Remember …
Checking Tire Pressure – Determine Correct Pressure
How to figure the correct tire pressure for larger tires. This article was spawned from a continuing conversation from our Jeeping friend Bob in his quest to get his JK handling correctly. If your Jeep is in stock form with stock size and type tires you may not need bother with this article. The recommended …
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 options and decaling that set the Jeep off from the standard models.
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 finely ground “plastic” powder. That was the beginning of the powder coating industry.
Wrangler JK 3.8L Oil Change
a little info for the DIY types Depending on the year Jeep recommends changing the oil in the JK Wrangler every so many miles miles or when the on-board system tells you to. Changing your own oil is a simple procedure and can be done with no special tools in about 30 minutes. Most Jeeps don’t …
Jeep Wrangler JT Concept
PRESS RELEASE: Chrysler teamed up with the guys at Skunkwerks to build the long waited for Jeep truck. Based on the JK Wrangler Unlimited the truck features all that is found in an unlimited along with a 5 foot bed. Skunkwerks equipped the Jeep with a 3″ lift, 35″ BF Goodrich Mud-Terrain tires, and a …
The RTI Ramp
A vehicle’s RTI or ramp travel index is a measurement of a vehicles suspension (and frame) flexibility. In many situations off-road a vehicles flexibility may be the determining factor of whether or not it can get over an obstacle. If a vehicle’s suspension is too stiff this may cause a tire or two to be …
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. These are actually GM ½ – ¾ ton K/V series tie rod ends used on 1976-1991 second generation vehicles. The drag link …
Jeep Wrangler Rubicon JK Locker Modification, Hacks, Cheats
Here’s some JK locker modification ideas to enable use the factory lockers in 2wd and 4hi. We have received many questions from readers regarding the operation of the JK Rubicon lockers in 2 wheel drive and 4 wheel drive high range. The new JK is very dependent on it’s computer system and the locker work …