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You caught me. I miss saying that this is part of a series where I build a doubler to go in my XJ. I'm going to be running a Northwest Fab gear reduction eco box in front of this 205

here is the link. i think the rope is no longer available. amzn.to/3VVYFxt

@@FMJeeping thanks!

Some people reported lunchbox lockers to be noisy. Some don't. Mine wasn't. But I think that might have something to do with tolerances inside the case.

@@FMJeeping Sound right, I don't off road enough to warrant a locker, and it's just non stop click clack while I'm driving on pavement. When I put the spider gears in, I will check tolerances for sure.

Yeah i do. I couldn't believe how dirty i got

I would try both lights on the side that work to verify if the lights themselves are working. That would rule out bad lights. Then it would indicate a wiring issue.

Thanks!

good. sounds like it worked

Yessir

The replacement piece was probably about 12oz. The piece I cut off is on the top of the box , so it wouldn't affect the oil capacity.

Ill find out soon enough

Thank you!!

Nate from dirt lifestyle actually did a pretty thorough test on the TJ cowl intake. I don't remember specifics but I remember there being lower intake air temps which could potentially add a little bit of horsepower. since the daughter I haven't dynoed my Jeep but I do have slightly better throttle response.

The input shaft i am using is a NP231J input shaft from 91+ transfer case. The 23 spline one. I havent decided which yoke I'm going with for the outputs yet. I currently run 1350s at the transfer case side and they have been holding up fine. I do plan on a bigger engine in the future so i might account for that on the yoke /u joint size

keep an eye open for cheaper parts as they become available

@@FMJeeping is that a one eyed guy joke? 🤣🤣🤣😂😉 I actually have everything I need to put a 241/205 together

@@DaddyJeepGarage heck ya.

Yessir. Been here most of my life

@@FMJeeping have you ever been to Wallingford there’s tons of Xjs here

@@flamezr6870 yeah. I work near there. There is a shop right near there that is owned by a"truck night in America " contestant . But yeah I see them all the time

@@FMJeeping duuuude that’s dope hopefully we meet sometime lmao because oh boy do I need help with my rig 💀

@@flamezr6870 yeah man. I'm always around.

I got it off Facebook marketplace and typically the ones from Chevy or the 241c will have the six pinion planetary gear set

I got it off Facebook marketplace and typically the ones from Chevy or the 241c will have the six pinion planetary gear set

We can talk. Let me get the ecobox build first.

@@FMJeeping 👍🏻 sweet message me later on brother.

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Sorry. This is a gamble, but if it works , you save some money. If it doesn't. At least you tried to save money and took a small risk.

Good to know. I had never heard of that brand before

It's an 05+

@@FMJeeping thanks, for others info. on this i found out that there is a different kit for my type that i believe doesnt use a spacer/nylon and then uses a snap ring like factory.

It's not falling apart, but any good machine needs to have preventative maintenance. I beat on it on my last trip out. This is why I check before going out.

I do. I hit enough stuff.

Works great so far.

Thanks Tom!! I really appreciate that!!

Nice. I'm glad I could help. I have one more major upgrade coming. It was very subtle, but it was already started in this video.

@@FMJeeping I need to figure out a box and winch👍🏻 I'm tempted by those harbor freight motorized tongue jacks too but idk

Thanks Dan

Frankenstein's Monster. It's what my kids called my Jeep for a while. The name stuck and I just ran with it

@@FMJeeping Right on. My jeep is named Sandy, my oldest daughter named it that when she was little. We took it on the beach a lot back then and it was always loaded with sand.

@@benjaminreinhardt259 that's awesome!!! I love those memories

Thanks!!

I believe you might have the wrong ones. I believe it's 18mm.

@@FMJeeping I was able to to get 18mm, will work on tomorrow, thanks again

thanks. I have a habit of trying to over communicate.

No problem

None so far

thanks. I appreciate it

I'm sorry, I am confused by the description. the ball joint needs to be fully seated in the C's all the way to the ring.

I ......nm. I'll shut up

@@FMJeeping Listen I don't know you and you don't know me. People watch DIY to get solutions to problems. They are already irritated when they get here, so for you to string them out while you explain your life to get to what they came to hear is annoying. Like when you took the car for 150 mile run with the lacquer in it, you didn't have to take us along for a turn by turn analysis. It's like you are trying to take 5 minutes worth of information and make a 16 minute video. Very annoying. You could have said everything you needed to say in4-5 minutes.

@@francispressly8517 fair enough. I've been there.

@@FMJeeping I am glad you understand. If you are gonna be DIY information as a service, keep it short and sweet. People will appreciate your consideration for their time. If you just want to entertain, make a movie.

You're welcome. Learning to weld is challenging and rewarding. One of the best things I've learned in life. Good luck .

@@FMJeeping I got it set up and started using it today. I am super happy with it.

@@lcogan65 awesome!! Enjoy

I didn't use any, but there is a 3m product called windshield adhesive ribbon Like this amzn.to/3xYKbmO If I were to do it again. I would use this and it will seal off the weather.

sorry. It doesnt always work, but its worth a shot.

The sensor sees the heat, just not the direct flow.

@@FMJeeping I temporarily tried the non fouler and after driving a few miles I saw the fuel system go into open loop mode. I thought once warmed up it’s supposed to be closed loop. Found it odd after the test drive with it still running the scanner said fuel system open loop. Thought it’s supposed to be CL at that point. Idk my understanding of scanner data is quite limited

@@lh98 it takes about 10-15 mins to get into closed loop. Basically when the car reaches operating temp for a sustainable time. Before that it runs on a default. I'm not sure but I think newer cars have issues with the fouler.

Lol. I hear ya. I say Jeep. But yeah. The tool bag is pretty legit.

@@FMJeeping are you Amazon affiliated?

@@BlackAndBlueGarage yes. Iam

@@FMJeeping I'll buy it through your link than brother 👍🏻

Thanks. The tape is great for surfaces that aren't flat. Works pretty well

Lolol. I get it . And i love the reference

Thank you so much. I was trying to fix that. I had no idea

Check the ground near the oil dipstick tube. The ground for the bus is there and if its not a good clean ground. You will get that error .

I did the big 7. .all new grounds...I will check that one.cool

@@ari1234. Its a good place to start.

Nice jeep

@@ari1234. Thank you

Thank you! Its been a long road of blood, sweat , tears, and cursing. But it has been a learning experience for sure.

@@FMJeeping it's a road worth traveling, the outcome is great!