What did you do to your TJ today?

[All 4 Wheelin']

Just so I understand, you're saying use a 1/4" ratchet and not in a drill?

If you read the description on Amazon it specifically says if using a drill it must have a torque limiting clutch.

 

[Foxhound67]

I think I need to trim the wheel wells to match the new flare

Thanks! Sounds like a good solution to my problem - remove nutserts and mount to the armor. Appreciate the tips - This is definitely one of those 'only get 1 try to get it right' type jobs to avoid swiss cheesiing them so I want to be fully prepared walking in.

Can't recommend using something like this enough for the countersunk holes. Saw it in a forum search before I started and bought it, makes getting the holes lined up perfectly a breeze. Then if you need a nutsert (3 per side) just bump those holes up to 17/32"

Blair 11096 Cutter Set https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002XML5HK?tag=wranglerorg-20

 

[sab]

If so, how did you locate where to drill for the mounting holes? I have nutserts installed for mine and I've been thinking about how I'll locate then during the install to drill holes for them.

Transfer screws! I used them when I built my transfer case skid plate, and mentioned them in my build thread last October.

 

[FarFire70]

I think I need to trim the wheel wells to match the new flare


Can't recommend using something like this enough for the countersunk holes. Saw it in a forum search before I started and bought it, makes getting the holes lined up perfectly a breeze. Then if you need a nutsert (3 per side) just bump those holes up to 17/32"

Blair 11096 Cutter Set https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002XML5HK?tag=wranglerorg-20

Thanks - great tip, especially about the nutsert sizing!

I picked up the Rotobroach last year after @hosejockey61's YT review - in long-term future planning for this job.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00820M9LS?tag=wranglerorg-20

 

[FarFire70]

Transfer screws! I used them when I built my transfer case skid plate, and mentioned them in my build thread last October.

Thanks! Great option too and way more sophisticated (accurate) than I was thinking with my bolt idea.

 

[mrblaine]

Any brand recommendations for good nutsert/rivnut hardware? Also, have you ever worked with studserts/rivetstuds?

Jay Cee Sales
Hanson Rivet
and of course, McMaster for small slightly more expensive quantities.

I have not worked with the studs due to not having the tools or the inclination to figure one out. And, I don't like the price.

 

[zebra12]

If you need to remove a studsert, what's the process?

 

[Kiwi TJ]

500 mile round trip for his jeep parts and he doesn't get 3 hours in and already zonked out he is super excited though.

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Yeah he looks super excited

 

[Pascal25]

I look small in the middle here. Need more upgrades!

 

[chili_pepper]

If you need to remove a studsert, what's the process?

Cut/grind off the stud (if it hasn't already gone missing), drill out the remainder. You could also grind the whole thing back flush, but very carefully.

 

[cwilson]

Finally got around to redoing the fender flares yesterday. They have needed it for quite some time!! A good scuffing and cleaning, some adhesion promoter, and a few coats of Rustoleum Bed Liner. Did this to my jeep way back when in college and it held up great and I kind of like the little bit of texture with the bed liner! And yes, the rain cover is on and sun is out..........it decides to rain at random this time of year in TN!! Also new marker lenses....but those were all of 5 minutes "effort".

 

[Tejasol]

Found a hitchhiker this morning.

 

[hear]

is it pining for the fjords? Lovely plummage, the Norwegian Blue.

 

[hardtailpan]

OK, motor is pretty much prepped to go in. Since the motor came from a WJ and it uses different holes for the motor mounts I had to source a bottoming tap to clean up the holes. motor mounts are on the block, reman motorman fuel injectors installed with fuel rail with a schrader valve, plus the DEI heat reflector kit. I'll wrap the injectors once I check for leaks. I'm hoping to get the motor in place tomorrow.

 

[All 4 Wheelin']

OK, motor is pretty much prepped to go in. Since the motor came from a WJ and it uses different holes for the motor mounts I had to source a bottoming tap to clean up the holes. motor mounts are on the block, reman motorman fuel injectors installed with fuel rail with a schrader valve, plus the DEI heat reflector kit. I'll wrap the injectors once I check for leaks. I'm hoping to get the motor in place tomorrow.

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I thought anything DEI isn't allowed anymore.

 

[hear]

You're not even going to paint it? I thought you were serious about your engine performance. Just think of all the ducks you'd get at the next Suburban Jeep Club Meetup of Hot Singles in Your Area.

 

[hardtailpan]

I thought anything DEI isn't allowed anymore.

If only...!
I'll make an exception for this kit. Was kinda pricey but fit well and will hopefully do what its intended to do.

 

[hardtailpan]

You're not even going to paint it? I thought you were serious about your engine performance. Just think of all the ducks you'd get at the next Suburban Jeep Club Meetup of Hot Singles in Your Area.

I splashed some engine paint on the block. looks nice with the brass freeze plugs. Otherwise, IDGAF lol.

Edited to add: Shit! I didn't think about all the ducks I'd get! Man I gotta get some hot pink flames on the side of that block before it goes in! Wifey will also be driving this one and she just got her LTC, so I'm very afraid what would happen at the Jeep Hot Singles Meetup......

 

[richallen]

The interior refresh is nearly done. I love the BedRug. Installed the CalTrend seat covers. A new subwoofer speaker should arrive tomorrow and I can put the guts back in!

I’m thinking I might want to put some mats over the BedRug?

 

[red02tj]

The interior refresh is nearly done. I love the BedRug. Installed the CalTrend seat covers. A new subwoofer speaker should arrive tomorrow and I can put the guts back in!

I’m thinking I might want to put some mats over the BedRug?

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WeatherTec on bedrug is a great combo