Recent content by ClayAkers

Thanks for the help everyone! I replaced the MFS relay and all is well. I just replaced that one about a year ago with one I got from AutoZone. And I had to go back to AZ for this one too. My wife just told me to order “a good one instead of the one from …” [she pauses searching for the name...

Not sure what happened, one minute everything was fine, the next a guy pulls up next to me (in a JKU) telling me I don’t have brake lights. I was on my way home anyway, so I checked and neither the turn signals, flashers, not the brake lights worked, but the tail lights worked. Turns out the...

Today, I installed a new Adams Extreme Duty front driveshaft. Now, the ol’ TeeJ rides smooth as silk!

At Merus Adventure Park in Palo Duro Canyon, TX

Absolutely! I drove from 4WP home, packed my camping and recovery gear and went straight to HF. Had a blast on Saturday and Sunday. If you’re in CP, I’m not far away (near 620 & Parmer). Holler if you ever want to go wheeling.

UPDATE: Just got the Jeep back from the shop on Saturday and here's the final build: 5.13 Yukon gears 30-spline, G2 chromoly axles front and rear ARB air lockers front and rear ARB CKMA12 compressor ARB diff covers I can't believe how much better (and quieter) it rides and drives. It's like a...

I'll second this from @JMT. After running my 2003 on 31's for about a year and a half, I recently upgraded to 33's and what a difference! I have a lot more fun off road with the 33's. Granted, with the big change from the stock (~28") tire size, the gearing needed to be upgraded as well. I just...

I'm confused. I contacted a respected local shop about getting this work done, and got some info that leaves me scratching my head. Maybe y'all can help. He's trying to steer me toward Eaton e-lockers vs ARB. (Maybe it's an availability issue.) He spoke highly of Eaton, but I'm still leaning...

Thanks for the breakdown! Instead of a rubicrawler, I think I’ll put that money towards something else.

I like the 33s and will probably stay there. Probably. I can’t see going any bigger than 35s, but even that’s a stretch… literally. I’ve got short legs and it’s hard enough to get in the Jeep as it is XD

Lots of great info here, folks! Thanks to everyone for the input and suggestions. I’m thinking the Super 35 rear will save a good chunk, and will help me justify the extra for the disc brake conversion. For those who have re-reared: How did you determine the optimal ratio? If I’m correctly...

Never heard of a rubicrawler. What is it?

Thanks for the input @JMT ! We have some decent wheeling around here. I love to drive out to CO and wheel/camp there. Hoping to make it to Moab this year. My main goal right now, is to get this highway-ready to make it to Jeepers Jamboree in July to do the Rubicon Trail. (Just for clarity...

Now that my 2003 X has become my daily driver, I’m looking for some advice on ways to create a more capable off-reader that still holds its own on the highways. I live in Central Texas, so being able to drive 75mph is a must if I’m going to get anywhere. Right now, I’ve got the 4.0L with...