Steve Whyte Posted April 24, 2014 Report Share Posted April 24, 2014 I was at sea, just got back, going to make room in the garage to swap axles lol..so haven't done a thing in a while Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrjoecanadian Posted April 25, 2014 Report Share Posted April 25, 2014 Just purchased an led light bar from eBay, it might be for my 4x4 or my semi. http://m.ebay.com/itm?itemId=231208907022 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derekmac Posted April 25, 2014 Report Share Posted April 25, 2014 Just purchased an led light bar from eBay, it might be for my 4x4 or my semi.http://m.ebay.com/itm?itemId=231208907022 I'm sure you'll be happy with it. Mines the 24" one, and not CREE, so your's should be even brighter than hell! Send them a message though, and ask them to not ship using UPS, or you'll get raped with brokerage fees!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrjoecanadian Posted April 25, 2014 Report Share Posted April 25, 2014 Transmission has been dropped today and the new one will be going in tomorrow with the new transfer case. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SQRLPWR Posted April 26, 2014 Report Share Posted April 26, 2014 I do like the aggressive look of my 15 x 8 Eagle Alloy rims, and it's fun having the truck covered in dirt....however, the dirt is also a real pain in the ***, it gets in the window channel and scratches the window....well it just gets everywhere. Also I've got a fair amount of fender rub. So, I'm going back to stock...ish, with some 1997 Nissan Hardbody rims I got for a steal. Unfortunately the previous owner cut the tires off and left the bead on. I don't have any bolt cutters, so I'm having to cut them off with tin-snips. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sar4x4 Posted April 26, 2014 Report Share Posted April 26, 2014 Nice job! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eastcoastcam Posted April 26, 2014 Report Share Posted April 26, 2014 They look great, Jay! I like them better than the last ones. What did you use for paint? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SQRLPWR Posted April 26, 2014 Report Share Posted April 26, 2014 Thanks. These rims are like the rusted out 6 spoke steelies that came with the tires. For paint I always use Rustoleum Painters Touch Ultra Cover 2x. I find it goes on real slow and thick and doesn't drip as much as others, and its really forgiving if you're kak-handed like me. I dont think its hyper durable like bedliner but the matt finish touches up really well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derekmac Posted April 26, 2014 Report Share Posted April 26, 2014 That looks good Jay! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SQRLPWR Posted April 26, 2014 Report Share Posted April 26, 2014 Thanks. Actually the camera is lying...I took a look at them this morning and there's a lot of imperfections where the old laquer came off. I don't really care, they'll be covered in dirt most of the time :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derekmac Posted April 26, 2014 Report Share Posted April 26, 2014 I found out that I need a new upper ball joint on the drivers side. Going to order two and replace both sides. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Whyte Posted April 26, 2014 Report Share Posted April 26, 2014 I killed my battery by leaving the dome light on, on the upside, my ARB Compressor is hooked up, put it between my seats in the armrest lol...well see how it works out, may be a little warm but don't think its any warmer than under the hood after a good run. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrjoecanadian Posted April 26, 2014 Report Share Posted April 26, 2014 Just finished putting in my transmission and new clutch set. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SQRLPWR Posted April 26, 2014 Report Share Posted April 26, 2014 Making good progress. You'll be wheeling tomorrow? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrjoecanadian Posted April 26, 2014 Report Share Posted April 26, 2014 I so wish, I don't know if I will have 4x4 working tomorrow, I think I might not have a u joint need for the front drive shaft. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
autumnwalker Posted April 26, 2014 Author Report Share Posted April 26, 2014 I started the same work as Jay - picked up three matching "wagon wheel" steelies to match the set I already have. Picked one and started cleaning it up and got it into primer. I will finally have my matching spare on the back of the truck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SQRLPWR Posted April 26, 2014 Report Share Posted April 26, 2014 Where did you find your wheels? IF I like the HB wheels, I'll also be on the lookout for a 5th Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackPrintz Posted April 27, 2014 Report Share Posted April 27, 2014 Installed a Cobra 75WXST in the WK. Not many places for a CB in my Jeep. The mic is still reachable from the driver's seat. It's a tiny CB and fits nicely in this hinge down panel below the steering column. Tucked the coax under the door sills and along the side of the rear storage floor. Had to drill a hole beside the weather stripping. The Firestik adjustable mount is pretty nice, and sturdy. A little nothch at the corner of the tailight. The tailgate closes with no issues. A Wilson 3' flex antenna. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrjoecanadian Posted April 27, 2014 Report Share Posted April 27, 2014 nice looking cb mount job Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SQRLPWR Posted April 27, 2014 Report Share Posted April 27, 2014 Nice and tidy...looks great! I'll be interested to know how your Firestick holds out with the sheet metal. I have a similar one for the X and after half a dozen trips out in the woods , the stress of a 4 foot fibreglass antenna eventually opened up the screw holes in the sheet metal where i had 4 screws to hold it in. I had a spring on mine tho...maybe that was the problem,or it didn't like being hit by overhanging branches etc.... idk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackPrintz Posted April 27, 2014 Report Share Posted April 27, 2014 I bought the Wilson flex antenna (The Source) because you can bend it in half. It's very flexible and only about half the diameter of the Firestik ones. I'm hoping this will reduce stress on the mount. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SQRLPWR Posted April 27, 2014 Report Share Posted April 27, 2014 sounds like the antenna is probably a bit lighter too ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Whyte Posted April 28, 2014 Report Share Posted April 28, 2014 I backed off all the bolts and fittings required to swap my rear axle nothing seems overly seized, hopefully get the rear done soon lol... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Whyte Posted April 28, 2014 Report Share Posted April 28, 2014 Just registered for Jam, now to see if work will leave me home to make it..lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
autumnwalker Posted April 29, 2014 Author Report Share Posted April 29, 2014 I picked up my extra three wheels from a former club member and the original set from Kijiji on a stroke of luck at the 11th hour... I refinished them at my campsite at the poker run last year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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