When it comes to lifting a Jeep Wrangler TJ, JK, JT or JL, two of the most common approaches are spring lifts and spacer lifts. Both raise the ride height, but they do so in very different ways, and the choice between them depends on your goals, budget, and wrenching confidence. This is a common …
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The rear corners of a Jeep Wrangler TJ are more vulnerable than most owners realize. The TJ Unlimited has an extended section of the rear corner which makes it further exposed. Whether you’re navigating tight wooded trails, sliding past boulders, or simply loading gear in the driveway, the factory sheet metal back there is thin …
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Using a Simple Tool to Tell You a Lot About Your Engine’s Health. Whether you’re diagnosing a misfire in your vintage AMC 304 equipped Jeep CJ-5, checking on a tired 360 in a Jeep Wagoneer, or just curious about the health of that 401 you pulled from a junkyard Javelin, compression testing an AMC V8 …
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Steel vs. Fiberglass Jeep Bodies: Pros, Cons, and Considerations At some point, most Jeep owners, especially those working on older CJ restorations, end up facing the same decision: steel or fiberglass? Whether your original tub is flaking away like a stale croissant or you just want to shed some weight, the choice between a steel …
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If you’ve ever had to karate-kick your half door off a Jeep Wrangler TJ, you’re not alone. The factory-style metal door pin bushings don’t exactly age gracefully. Rust, corrosion, and the occasional overzealous car wash turn what should be a simple lift into an upper body workout. Fortunately, Quadratec offers a better solution—Delrin door bushings. …
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When it comes to tight spaces and hidden problems, a good inspection camera can make the difference between hours of frustration and a quick, informed fix. The Kinpthy 16.4-foot borescope tool is a budget-friendly borescope-style camera designed to tackle jobs where your eyes—or even your phone—can’t reach. Whether you’re tracking down a wiring gremlin behind …
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Experience the PA Jeeps 28th Annual All Breeds Jeep ShowAn Annual Celebration of Jeep Life in York, Pennsylvania Every July, the Jeep community converges on the York Fairgrounds in Pennsylvania for one of the largest and longest-running Jeep-exclusive events in the country, the PA Jeeps All Breeds Jeep Show. This family-friendly, two-day event is packed …
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Every Jeep Wrangler is built to be upgraded. Whether it’s a 1998 TJ or a brand-new JL Rubicon, there’s always room to improve performance, durability, and capability. Below is a deeper dive into ten upgrades that make the biggest difference, along with ballpark pricing to help you budget smart. 1. All-Terrain or Mud-Terrain Tires Upgrading …
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Using Simple Tools for Better Communication. Whether you’re driving a Jeep down a dusty trail or communicating with your Jeep convoy, a CB radio is still a solid tool in the toolbox. But even the best CB radio won’t perform right without a proper tune-up, and that’s where an SWR (Standing Wave Ratio) meter comes …
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The Jeep NP231 transfer case, used in everything from YJs to TJs and XJs is a lightweight, reliable part of the 4WD puzzle. But when you start throwing serious tires, lockers, and steep trails at your Jeep, its limits can become obvious. Enter the NV241OR Rock-Trac transfer case, Jeep’s heavy-duty, gear-driven crawler that comes factory …
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