Powerram Posted October 9, 2017 Report Share Posted October 9, 2017 When I made spacers for my dodge, I used rectangle tube, it was 2" x1" if I remember , and cut to whatever length gives you your desired drop. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derekmac Posted October 9, 2017 Author Report Share Posted October 9, 2017 When I had it jacked up in place, I measured both sides and found that I need to drop it 2.5". I could get away with 2" or 2.25", but that'll have it higher than it is now, and I'm already surprised that I don't have driveline vibs. I'm sitting 3" higher, and I know a lot of TJ's get driveline vibs above 2". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Powerram Posted October 9, 2017 Report Share Posted October 9, 2017 I tried a few lengths with mine, but used the same 2" x1" tube, just cut it different lengths to find the best results. When you lower the trans and case, it puts more of a "bind " on the front shaft Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derekmac Posted October 22, 2017 Author Report Share Posted October 22, 2017 I picked up some 3/16 2" square tube to mount the new skid plate. It's sitting at the exact same height as the stock one. I also installed some new signal/running lights, and a new muffler. The reason for the two lights is that the circuit uses an alternating ground, and since these are LED, they'll only light with the power flowing one way. The muffler is a Flowtech Red Hots glass pack that I've had since Sept 2016, but just got around to installing. Since it's a center in/out, and the stock was center in/offset out, the tail pipe still needs some work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Powerram Posted October 22, 2017 Report Share Posted October 22, 2017 How do ya like the sound of the cherry bomb? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derekmac Posted October 22, 2017 Author Report Share Posted October 22, 2017 4 hours ago, Powerram said: How do ya like the sound of the cherry bomb? I'm pretty happy with it. I had put the same muffler on the V8 Grand, and it sounded awesome on it, so I thought I'd take a chance and get the same one for this Jeep. It's an 18" long one, so it doesn't have any annoying drone, and it doesn't sound like a fart can Civic, LOL. I know the sound will change once I get some miles on it though... Here's the one on it: https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B0002M9PC0/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derekmac Posted October 25, 2017 Author Report Share Posted October 25, 2017 For the longest time, I've had an exhaust leak at the flanges where the pipe attaches to the manifold. I've tried a couple of times to tighten the bolts, but they wouldn't go. A couple nights ago I thought I'd give them another try. Nope, wouldn't tighten. I figured they must have been rusty, and that why. So, I said might as well see if I can get one off, figuring it would break. Nope again, lol. The nut spun right off with no issues. Turns out the bolts were not fully threaded, and the nut was bottoming out. I added a few more washers and they tightened right up. Before I could shake the exhaust easily, and at times it would even hit the front driveshaft. It doesn't budge now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sar4x4 Posted October 26, 2017 Report Share Posted October 26, 2017 That's good! I think I have a similar leak on the driver's side. (Being a V8). On the Scout. Mine has a exhaust gasket 'donut' I believe, and probably shot. I get some 'tick' under load. I suspect the bolts will break, but who knows, when I get 'around to it'! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derekmac Posted November 2, 2017 Author Report Share Posted November 2, 2017 Yesterday I replaced both front hubs. It took 15 min from tire off to tire back on for the driver side. The passenger side, different story. The head of one of the 13mm 12 point bolts that hold the hub on was stripped. Where it's at, you can't get anything on it either. I had to cut the hub where the bolt threads into to release the tension to get it out. Luckily I hoarded all the old bolts I removed from the old pars WJ, and I had one that was the right length and had a normal 19mm head. The pass side hub was in REALLY bad shape, and had a ton of play in it. The grease was also starting to come out of it, so it probably wouldn't have lasted too much longer. The driver side wasn't too bad, just a bit of play in it, but I figured that I might as well change it too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sar4x4 Posted November 4, 2017 Report Share Posted November 4, 2017 Unit hubs have advantages and dis-advantages, as most things in life! I've seen having to cut off bearing races on spindle style locking hubs. Glad you got 'er done! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derekmac Posted November 25, 2017 Author Report Share Posted November 25, 2017 Started working on my oil pan/transmission skid today. I picked up a used Warn skid, but since I don't have the factory transfer case skid, I have to modify it some. I snagged the big white piece of 1/8" steel from the metal bin at work, and I'm using that to lengthen it, and it'll also beef it up nicely. The Warn skid is only an 1/8" thick, and this one had some bends in it when I got it. Here it is quickly mocked up. It'll sit forward about another inch as it mounts using the control arm bolts, and it's sitting behind them in these pics. Getting the new piece ready. Cut down to size, and getting the areas that need to be welded cleaned up. I enlarged the small holes that were down the middle so I'd have some good spots to weld. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sar4x4 Posted November 26, 2017 Report Share Posted November 26, 2017 The first pic reminds me of a cat curled up..... A 180 degree bend in the exhaust ? I think I’ve heard about that! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derekmac Posted November 26, 2017 Author Report Share Posted November 26, 2017 1 hour ago, sar4x4 said: The first pic reminds me of a cat curled up..... A 180 degree bend in the exhaust ? I think I’ve heard about that! Yeah, the manifold is on the drivers side, drops down and goes around the front of the oil pan, then down the passenger side. Isn't it the more bends, the better the performance? LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derekmac Posted November 26, 2017 Author Report Share Posted November 26, 2017 Welded up, and one side painted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derekmac Posted December 9, 2017 Author Report Share Posted December 9, 2017 There, I finally got the skid on. It'll be nice having a little extra protection under the Jeep. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Powerram Posted December 10, 2017 Report Share Posted December 10, 2017 Right on!! Looks good, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derekmac Posted September 18, 2018 Author Report Share Posted September 18, 2018 Damn, I'm really slacking on updates here! So, the Jeep is now sitting on 35's (won 5 General Grabber X3's at the Valley Invasion), has new rear springs installed (4" Rough Country), a 1.25" body lift and a 1" motor mount lift, installed LED headlights and ordered a JKS adjustable front track bar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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sar4x4 Posted September 18, 2018 Report Share Posted September 18, 2018 Very functional, capable, good looking beast! Congrats, keep up the good work! Now I might have to lead a run this fall...….. to see her in action. Or tag along on one of your runs. I'd have to follow your group's threads! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomWood Posted September 19, 2018 Report Share Posted September 19, 2018 Looks awesome with those upgrades man! Keep up the good work! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derekmac Posted September 21, 2018 Author Report Share Posted September 21, 2018 I've been slacking, but will start posting our run info here and on Facebook. It would be great to see you out again Eugene! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sar4x4 Posted September 21, 2018 Report Share Posted September 21, 2018 I might take the Scout on a MILD run. The Burb needs some TLC first. First fix it, then Antique Plate it. Then fun! Minor fixes needed, after The Drill Road, last year. I'm trying not to get ahead of myself! lol I'm driving now though, after I just got the car fixed yesterday. Cleaned it a bit today. Some more Minor maintenance needed to it. Like matching lug nuts (crossed eyes). Yeah, one garage ruined(or they wore out) the locking lug nuts and replaced them with regular nuts that make the car look uncared for. Then: - install new PS hoses on the Scout. The reason we didn't take it to the Windsor show! Got the hoses today from RockAuto. Nobody around here could/would bring them in. - then either work on the Dodge, or the Burb. If I play with the Burb I'll never get the Dodge done,,...………………. The Dodge will be an interesting challenge. Restart the engine after ~5 yrs of sitting. Install replacement transmission and transfer case. (Have) And then brakes and whatever else is seized/rusted/rotted! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derekmac Posted September 29, 2018 Author Report Share Posted September 29, 2018 I pulled the trigger on a new set of 3.5" Rock Krawler triple rate springs for the front. This will get rid of the ZJ coils and 2" coil spacer, and give me the little extra lift that I'm after. They're scheduled to be delivered Friday, and I'm hoping they'll make it for the long weekend so I can get them and the JKS track bar installed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derekmac Posted December 2, 2018 Author Report Share Posted December 2, 2018 Wow, guess I should update this, lol. I did get the new coils and track bar installed. Next on my list is to out board the rear shocks so I can install some much longer (12.5" travel compared to the 8" on it now) ones. I'll be using some Ford shock towers, which I need to get from @Powerram . They need to be frenched into the frame, which requires cutting a half decent chunk out and welding the new shock towers in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Powerram Posted December 2, 2018 Report Share Posted December 2, 2018 21 hours ago, derekmac said: Next on my list is to out board the rear shocks so I can install some much longer (12.5" travel compared to the 8" on it now) ones. I'll be using some Ford shock towers, which I need to get from @Powerram . You can reach me and I'll line up with ya to get those mounts. Reply to this message and I'll take my number off, for some reason I can't pm you. @derekmac Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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