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F150 Breakdown

Posted on September 29, 2010 by Jeeps

Doing some web troubleshooting while I wait for the tow.

Shifting rough
Hesitates
Finally died
Won’t start when warm
Starts fine but stalls after fast idle

Vacuum
MAF
EGR
Spark
Other?

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Accessory Relay/Fuse Box

Posted on August 8, 2010 by Jeeps

Trying to keep the wiring rat’s nest to a minimum, I created a Fuse and Relay box.

Parts list:
1 Project box a la Radioshack
1 Power distribution block
1 Fuse holder
4 Appropriately sized relays
4 Appropriately sized fuses
Various wires and connectors

I started by bridging the power distribution block followed by mounting it to the side of the box. The 4 fuse block was mounted to the lid.

I then drilled two holes in the lid for power access to the relays the box will contain.

Turn Signal Stem

Posted on July 27, 2010 by Jeeps

I busted my turn signal stem today and, apparently, you can’t get just the stem from dealerships anymore. They sell the stem and switch as a single unit for $144.

I ordered just the stem from JeepsAreUs. I have never used them before so we’ll see how it goes. Roughly $36 including shipping.

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YJ Armor

Posted on July 20, 2010 by Jeeps

My armor setup on the YJ is finally complete.
All that needs to be done is sealing and paint touch up.

Thumbnails are of the front armor, more pics of the rear armor as well, after the jump.

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The Ponies

Posted on July 20, 2010 by Jeeps

After spending quite some time getting the Wrangler where I want it…

It’s time to get some work done on my brother’s Mustangs…

The 68 is close to road ready, but the 65 will take some work.

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Look Ma! I’m Taller!!

Posted on July 12, 2010 by Jeeps

Installed a 2″ budget boost… coil spacers with new slightly longer shocks.

While in the process of removing the springs, one of the swaybar links failed…. or i should say came apart:

sooo… got a new one installed and all back together… YAY!

Now, just need to get that door fixed.

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Recently I had a slight battery drain issue which I narrowed down to the stereo install. Apparently there was power applied all the time, regardless of ignition switch position. Even with the unit off, there was a significant draw.

I did some digging and found a wiring diagram for the unit.

Brown, phone mute. (unused)
Yellow, 15A fused, memory backup lead. (needs power all the time)
Yellow, 3A fused, bus power. (needs power all the time)
Red, power. (needs power when ignition is on position)
Blue/White, amp turn on. (not used at this time, but will in future)
Black, ground.
Orange/White, illumination. (connect to light switch?)
Blue, auto antenna. (LOL, on a YJ? unused)

Electrical Accessories

Posted on December 24, 2009 by Jeeps

A laundry list of items to be installed.

XRC8 Winch
~400W Inverter (40A)
2x 100W SRS Lights (20A)
12V Air Compressor, OBA (30A)
12V Power Port (20A)

In theory, I’d like to have a power distribution point under the hood and in the cabin area provided the items connected don’t draw too much amperage. Clean wiring is the name of the game.

Everything that can will have a relay connected to an illuminated switch to indicate power is applied and system is active. All items will be fused as well.

The winch remote plug-in will be mounted in the switch panel.

Winter Planning

Posted on December 12, 2009 by Jeeps

Since it’s too cold out to actually do any work, it’s time to make plans for the future.

I need to work on multiple systems on my YJ. Recovery, electrical, suspension and a seeping leak etc.

Recovery:
Luke over at Frontier 4×4, is currently designing a front bumper to house the Smittybilt XRC8 I will be buying soon.

Move hi-lift to rollbars or hood.

Electrical:
I will be putting LED replacement dash lights in. Half the bulbs I have are burnt out.
Get gauges working or replaced.
Alternator upgrade for winch use.
Install dash speakers.
Install 12Vdc air compressor.
Wire in XRC8 winch.

Iowa Weather

Posted on December 8, 2009 by Jeeps

Winter has finally arrived.

With the threat of snowfall, Polk County has, once again, called on JOCCI to help with stranded motorists.

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