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Old Dec 19, 2014 | 06:55 PM
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Originally Posted by cruiser54
WAAAAAAAAAAAAAY too much.

Try Cruiser's "wrist tight" torque spec.
Is this your wrist tight torque....

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Old Dec 19, 2014 | 07:35 PM
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Originally Posted by 84XJSS
I suppose this goes here... I couldn't get a search to return anything...

Top 10 Add-Ons for your XJ? Like, new storage space mod, or outlet in the back mod..

What would you recommend? I have a fire extinguisher, little 3.5" speakers in my rear cupholders (yes, they fit perfect), marine speakers on my lift gate,

Just looking for some more useful things I could add that I haven't thought of yet. Y'all know more about these Jeeps than I do and probably use them more! I love hearing stories and tips from Veteran XJ owners.

Thanks!!!
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Old Dec 19, 2014 | 08:09 PM
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A helmet that says "im special" on it
Here's Salad wearing his helmet:
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Old Dec 19, 2014 | 08:10 PM
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Is this your wrist tight torque....

No way. That's forearm torque.
Old Dec 19, 2014 | 08:16 PM
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Here's Salad wearing his helmet:
hahaha indeed
Old Dec 19, 2014 | 08:30 PM
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Rear end setups for 2" that won't break the bank or my jeep? Im thinking xj/xj bastard pack. Leaves only, assume limitless shocks
Old Dec 19, 2014 | 08:57 PM
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Thoughts on how long this zip tie job will last on my split rear pcv tube? Had to split the fatter end to get it off the old elbow and onto the new one
Take em off add electrical tape over spilt valve to seal it better put the zip ties back on and wallah, it'll last forever. Lol.
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Originally Posted by 84XJSS
I suppose this goes here... I couldn't get a search to return anything... Top 10 Add-Ons for your XJ? Like, new storage space mod, or outlet in the back mod.. What would you recommend? I have a fire extinguisher, little 3.5" speakers in my rear cupholders (yes, they fit perfect), marine speakers on my lift gate, Just looking for some more useful things I could add that I haven't thought of yet. Y'all know more about these Jeeps than I do and probably use them more! I love hearing stories and tips from Veteran XJ owners. Thanks!!!
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Old Dec 19, 2014 | 09:52 PM
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Originally Posted by Joecam18
After this one i used snug lbs to put the in. Had my torque wrench set to 17 lbs for the one that snapped
17 what-pounds? Feet? That stuff is in inch pounds dawg.

Little 1/4" ratchet a bump past firm is good enough with a Fel-Pro PermaDry. FSM torque specs are for the cork gaskets I believe.

(Also, contaminants in the hole will screw things up)

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Originally Posted by XJwonders
A helmet that says "im special" on it
yessssssssssssssss ^^^

Originally Posted by Joecam18
Thoughts on how long this zip tie job will last on my split rear pcv tube?

Had to split the fatter end to get it off the old elbow and onto the new one
Two days. Throw some RTV on the outside if you're trying to last until payday. Don't get it on the elbow, lol

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Here's Salad wearing his helmet:
That's Mk1. Mk2 uses the aluminum duct tape.

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Rear end setups for 2" that won't break the bank or my jeep? Im thinking xj/xj bastard pack. Leaves only, assume limitless shocks
What kind of bank are we talking about here? Bastard pack in general is pretty cheap.
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What are good ways to mount lights on a stock bumper with minimal cost? I don't have a welder.
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What are good ways to mount lights on a stock bumper with minimal cost? I don't have a welder.
a drill bit and a couple of bolts? Or u could use double sided tape
Old Dec 19, 2014 | 10:19 PM
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lol double sided tape
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lol double sided tape
FINE! Velcro then. Easy removal to put in the jeep when u are parked at a store so nobody doesn't run away with the lights
Old Dec 19, 2014 | 10:58 PM
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Originally Posted by salad
What kind of bank are we talking about here? Bastard pack in general is pretty cheap.
College student. I'd like to keep it under 200, I have coil spacers, and a set of old leaf springs, just need shocks. Suppose ill Bastard Pack it.
Old Dec 20, 2014 | 07:58 AM
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What are good ways to mount lights on a stock bumper with minimal cost? I don't have a welder.
Most stock bumpers are ready for lights with two holes on topside. Holes often have a plastic plug in them.



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