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Old 06-11-2011, 02:39 PM
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How is that Hack-N-Yap working for you? I need a SYE and wonder if you would recomend it or should I save up?
Old 06-11-2011, 03:04 PM
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The SYE has been through all that Michigan can dish out and has worked really good. And it was a deal at under $100. Easy to install also.
Old 06-11-2011, 03:13 PM
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I like those vents I'm going to be getting the same ones! Glad you Jeep is back up and running.
Old 06-11-2011, 03:38 PM
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Deer suck hit one a year ago at 75. Nice jeep may use some of your mods like the sye and those sweet vents.
Old 06-11-2011, 04:10 PM
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do you think the front shaft from an xj will work with only 2-3 inches of lift?
Old 06-11-2011, 08:02 PM
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I have 4" on rear of xj. Anthing less than that may be a problem, at least with a H&Tap.
Old 06-11-2011, 08:26 PM
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thanks for the info.
Old 06-12-2011, 07:01 AM
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Rugged Ridge makes a SYE thru Summit Racing for under $250. That would work.
Old 09-08-2011, 06:30 AM
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Liked my flat fenders, but wanted a better look. So I'm installing YJ flares. Got fronts on, rears next week. Looks good so far. I'll post pics soon.
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Old 09-10-2011, 10:28 AM
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Do you have to worry about snow or anything getting into your vents? I am looking to do something about my WJ's heat.
Old 09-12-2011, 10:17 AM
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The vents do let some moisture in, I had to put a rubber flap under the hood to protect the TPS sensor. Other than that, they're good.
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YJ flares all around.
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Old 09-15-2011, 08:02 PM
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Flat blacked the hood to take care of the badly faded clear coat. Plus new vents.
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Got some new 265/75 Wild Country XTX's!
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I like your jeep man. How did your homemade flares hold up hile you had them? They looked good I may do something similar. Like the hood vents too, makes me think of my bros XJ! Good job and keep up the good work!



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