Originally Posted by Jeepxj1234

I just think he doesn't really want it. I'm a college student, if I can't fix my jeep myself then I'm screwed. He'd probably rather pay someone to do it at the first sign of everything not working out perfectly.

Originally Posted by roninofako

Due to a combination of being sick, and plain not caring if anything ever gets done to "the barnacle", I have stayed out of this one. But I just can't help myself anymore. BJ, I found something that might help you out. Found it in the local Barnes and Noble children's self help section....
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I have had trouble figuring if I love or hate your posts. On the one hand, I love them, by far the best entertainment on this site. On the other, my brain hurts after reading them. Sell the Barnacle. Get a bimmer. Go to yoga class. Drink non-fat mocha soy latte's. Lawyer on.

Originally Posted by BimmerJeeper

You understood it b/c you already know how to do it. Imagine me telling you how to remove a tumor from a brain. Something you've never done. Now tell me you don't need pictures, big guy.

An excellent write up (like mine) will explain things to people who have never done it. And they will see what they need to do. A bad write up is only useful to those who already know how to do the procedure that is being documented.

Originally Posted by tssguy123

I'm glad you decided to post, ronin... you helped alleviate my anger, just a little bit.

That last bit = quote of the year.

Originally Posted by roninofako

Seeing as I have been horizontal for two days with a nasty virus, it feels good to know I'm loved, LMAO...and that last bit is sig worthy, LOL

Originally Posted by HiPoint

Has anyone noticed throughout these threads that he only responds to the negative posts with basically the same argument? I'm really beginning to think he's a pirate4x4 elitest trolling us "common folk" on an "elementary" forum.


I'm finding it hard to believe a grown man can act this petulant.

Originally Posted by roninofako

"the barnacle"

Originally Posted by SteveMongr

The Barnacle?
Is this yours?

Originally Posted by SteveMongr

The Barnacle?
Is this yours?

Originally Posted by XJwonders

Lol. I think your incident deserve an award of some sort. Perhaps. Incident of the century lol.

Originally Posted by BimmerJeeper

Gravel driveway and jack stands! LOL, that's a new one...
I'll top that: Muddy driveway on a 45 degree incline and jack stands!

$200 worth of tools. HAHA! Remember to CARRY that 1, Johnny!
I love how this lie persists. It must be some sort of macho minimalism myth.

In the real world, away from internet lies, $200 basically gets you some sockets and wrenches.
Guess you don't have stuff like: Torx and hex bits, u-joints, screwdrivers, wire brushes, extension bars, breaker bar, tap/die, various pliers, snips, zip ties, C-clamps, bungee cords, hammers, etc)
Oh, and let's not forget welder, sawzall, dremel, cutting wheels, drills, drill bits, air compressor, air tools, angle grinder, torches, etc. There's another $1000 right there.

Hell, you almost need $50 worth of aerosol cans just to work on cars. Go add it up if you know how to use a calculator.
(brake cleaner, PB blasters, liquid wrench, throttle body cleaner, engine cleaner, various fluids, coolant, etc etc)

I'm done arguing $200 worth of tools lie with the delusional folks here.
At the minimum, you need $1000 worth of tools (closer to $2000) or you're going nowhere past swapping air filters on an XJ.
In reality, you practically need a professional garage to work on these things properly.
That's why people pay mechanics $100 for 10 minutes of work
(And who ever said the tech keeps that entire amount. I am saying what people are forced to pay)