Louie4's YJ by Louie4

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So, it's inevitable that we're moving which means the Jeep needs to get dragged out there somehow. I bought some tow shackles and installed them. I also replaced the spring bushings on the shackle side in the rear since they were a little worn and I had extras.

6-16-2018

Time to test.

Seemed to pull ok. I'm going to hit the highway today and test some more. I did make a left turn from a stop light straight up a steep incline and it was slow going it chugged along.

Here's a pic from Currie on how the tow shackles attach to any standard tow bar.

1-29-2018

Got my ARB installed at ECGS and found out from them my rear issue was the rear driveshaft. The centering yoke to be precise.

Took it apart a couple days ago to confirm.

8-19-2018

Ok. This thread is on life support but not completely dead. I installed the compact ARB compressor and all the wiring and plumbing associated with it. Seems to work from what I can tell. I just need to properly test it. The compressor is quiet and only runs on a 12V ACC source. Going to ride at Uwharrie one more time before I tow the Jeep out to Arizona.

8-20-2018

Well, I tried to crank the jeep after the install of the compressor...and nothing. The battery was drained. I must have a short circuit with the wiring. This is the second time it's been dead after sitting overnight. I put it on trickle charge and unplugged the 12V source for the compressor. I have another wire for "illumination" that's tied into the light that shines over the switches under the speedometer. I'll unplug that one if it still dies after sitting a while.

8-27-2018

Thanks Chris. I will be moving in a couple weeks. Should be some good wheeling out there at least.

So, I'm sure I'll get some head shakes and "Why didn't you..." but whatevs. I think I'm going to get the Yukon Spin Free kit for my D30 and have it a 5x5.5 bolt pattern, making the hubs larger. I already run wheels with 5 x 5.5 on adapters.

9-2-2018

I took the wheel lock pin out...by cutting it. This will help when flat towing in case I forget to put the key in the ignition and unlock the wheel.

10-19-2018

I keep neglecting my own build thread. Anyway, here are some updates...

After moving to Phoenix I found out I need to get my Jeep emission tested which has not been done in the 18 years I have owned this thing. That being said, my exhaust was in sad shape and probably wouldn't pass the inspection. Pics below.