Video není dostupné.
Omlouváme se.

DELETING the GAS TANK on a Jeep Wrangler JL!

Sdílet
Vložit
  • čas přidán 8. 07. 2023
  • After breaking the factory 4:1 transfer case on our Jeep Wrangler JLUR, we’ve decided it’s the perfect excuse for a total Jeep rebuild. So we’re swapping from the 3-link rear suspension to a triangulated 4-link, which means…we have to completely delete the factory gas tank and install a relocated Motobilt fuel tank instead! Easy enough…until we get sidetracked by all the additional damage and surprises our Jeep has!
    To check out more Lite Brite Nation content & merch, click here → linktr.ee/lite...

Komentáře • 327

  • @StarboardM
    @StarboardM Před rokem +6

    For anyone else that does this kit in the future, I used the Diablo brand oscillating tool adhesive scrapers to remove that rear tray (found them at Home Depot). Took 10 minutes with minimal mess. I also had issues with the push to connect fittings Motobilt supplied, so I switched to AN line as well. I used Vibrant Performance Fuel Adapter Fittings 16921 for the fuel pump to AN line, and Russell Fuel Rail Fitting Adapters 640940 to go from AN line to the stock fuel line "quick disconnect." Final comment, I *think* the stock JL fuel pump evap fitting is a SAE J2044 QD connector. I have not confirmed that, but it seems to be close.

  • @samperea8348
    @samperea8348 Před rokem +11

    I'll miss seeing Bec doing the tech and build videos with Chris. Loved those videos with Chris and Bec, too bad she's gone from Lite Brite Nation!

    • @SFDearing1
      @SFDearing1 Před rokem

      They tell anyone why Bec is gone?

    • @LiteBrite
      @LiteBrite  Před rokem +19

      There’s no future for bec on the channel. She was an apprentice, has taken what she’s learned and now has a good paying job. We’re no longer taking in any builds so there’s no way for her to make money. We will be focusing on our own personal builds which was always the original plan. We had to take customer builds in so she could get paid and during that time ALL of our vehicles got neglected and that’s not acceptable. So we went back to the original plan of just having chris as our friend and personal fabricator. Bec was never in the plans and we tried to adapt to make it work with 2 people but that’s didn’t end up working out so now back to the original plan. Bec had 4-6 months notice of this change and that time has now come and gone.

    • @rcrawler8954
      @rcrawler8954 Před rokem +1

      I know I’ve missed seeing y’all’s rigs getting built or worked on during that time. I’m glad and definitely understand y’all’s decision. Glad to see (y’all’s rigs back into the shop spot light”

    • @patiencejoshuagroves7336
      @patiencejoshuagroves7336 Před rokem +7

      Thank you for an actual explanation to why she was poof gone .
      That makes more sense, and answers most of the What Happened To Bec.

    • @robertgagnon2947
      @robertgagnon2947 Před rokem +2

      So, she was Chris’ girlfriend until she was not and shit got weird. Someone had to go and it was not gonna be Chris. Too bad it did not work out. Still love the channel.

  • @jad6126
    @jad6126 Před rokem +5

    Stepchild 3.0 is going to be even more awesome than it was before! And as I recall from a previous video, you were thinking the stepchild was pretty close to perfect. So it will be very exciting to see how much better it is at the 3.0 version.

  • @jeffro8373
    @jeffro8373 Před rokem +4

    It's finally happening 😃!!! So glad the parts finally came in, have a blessed Sunday guys ❤️❤️💯🤙

  • @mattmcdonough707
    @mattmcdonough707 Před rokem +4

    Chris could totally fab up some old school fender headers that run into side pipes that double as rock rails

  • @JustinKingOffroad
    @JustinKingOffroad Před rokem +9

    this has been a fun build series to watch!! the end will be sweet!

  • @preston_highwaycrawlers
    @preston_highwaycrawlers Před rokem +1

    Hey Chris, remember the first time working on a non-NY vehicle!! It was almost as pleasant as an orgasm!! Lmao.. not having to replace all bleeders on the calipers, or replacing all the fuel/brake lines everytime you had to work on something. My first time was replacing rotors and pads.. i had the grinder, the drill/tap set and then.... everything broke loose and worked as it should!!!! It was amazing.
    I sold all the vehicle's i bought down and bought new/used southern vehicles.. never again will i buy a rust bucket. Ppl ask me why i crawl below every vehicle i look at.. i was shocked they said they never have before and never thought to look under the vehicle!!! 😂😂 oh how the times have changed from having to bondo the rockers, fenders and all that, or if you were broke like me, zip tied and tuct taped everything after filling it with Great Stuff to keep the form!! Lmao

  • @jeffro8373
    @jeffro8373 Před rokem +6

    To think about all of the places that the StepChild has taken you and then seeing that bed pump 🫣. That looks great, thanks so much for sharing this!! That EVAP filter , poor little guy 😂. Much love guys ❤️❤️💯🤙

  • @richsmith3120
    @richsmith3120 Před rokem +3

    This is going to be one heck of learning curb and rebuild for all of us! Thanks for bringing us along! Happy Trails to all at LBN!

    • @johngalt7733
      @johngalt7733 Před rokem

      C-U-R-V-E, as in learning, not "curb". It's a learning curve, which can be shallow or steep, but there is NEVER a learning CURB.

    • @bryanford1139
      @bryanford1139 Před rokem +1

      @@johngalt7733 ...guess he's not invited to the "Gulch", eh?

  • @robfitzpatrick260
    @robfitzpatrick260 Před rokem +4

    How do these guys only have 250k subscribers? I watch million plus channels that can’t keep my attention like this group of people.

  • @paulmartin769
    @paulmartin769 Před rokem +7

    It's interesting to watch the rabbit hole of a build of this level. Pretty surprising that tank kit still fit it as well as it did. The stepchild is a JL only in theory at this point.

  • @utha5034
    @utha5034 Před rokem

    That was fun! Awesome! Thank you so much for sharing.

  • @jerontreme4024
    @jerontreme4024 Před rokem

    This tank works great on the diesel as well. The fittings that Motobilt supplies don’t work. You can order more fuel line and actually use all the factory fittings. They are push in style fittings. Takes some force but doable. I cut the tray out leaving the glued in edge. Then came back with a thin scraper that I heated up and melted to glue to remove the remaining plastic lip. That glue is no joke!

  • @paulmartin769
    @paulmartin769 Před rokem +3

    Honestly, I am now more interested in getting some of that rubber mounting tape that held that tub in place. That's good stuff.

  • @DCW020905
    @DCW020905 Před rokem +1

    Another great segment guys. Thanks for sharing.

  • @DaddyJeepGarage
    @DaddyJeepGarage Před rokem +2

    Thanks Chris.... for reminding me I live in the rust belt and you don't. :)

  • @kandisantos9986
    @kandisantos9986 Před rokem

    Im glad yall came back to the build, cars are cool but this channel was built on off road adventures and upgrades welcome back

    • @LiteBrite
      @LiteBrite  Před rokem +1

      We haven’t done a car video in like 8 months. 🙂

  • @richis65
    @richis65 Před rokem

    I enjoy all of your builds and videos. I would like to give a shout out to my good friend Tony Pellegrino of GenRight who came up with the concept of putting aluminum gas tanks in our Jeeps. He started out in 2006 and built the first tanks that would allow you to go to about a 100 inch wheel base on your YJ and TJs. These tanks included a cut in the tanks for the rear end to fit. This was the start of his very successful company. So many companies have followed with his designs. By the way, I do not think that is bad.

  • @georgegrimes4937
    @georgegrimes4937 Před rokem

    I have this setup and it's awesome. I did do the Motobilt frame chop at the same time. Mine is a JKU and double triangulated. Lesson learned with this setup protect you driveshaft yoke because it hangs there as a target.

  • @yamhammer
    @yamhammer Před rokem +2

    You are blessed to have Chris and Bec to rebuild what you damage and make it better. Lite Brite Team.

  • @jeckart3d
    @jeckart3d Před rokem

    The in-ur-end-o counter flat-out melted down around the 32 minute mark. Well done, Chris. Well done.

  • @timotheethackston
    @timotheethackston Před rokem

    Build 3.0 is coming together nicely. Can't wait to see more of the Build.

  • @DownNDirty_OffRoad
    @DownNDirty_OffRoad Před rokem +1

    3.0 is coming along great!! Very nice tank setup they have and could be used as a second tank! Definitely need exhaust cutouts!!😃

  • @chrislrocks
    @chrislrocks Před 5 měsíci

    @Motobilt really well made products. I wish they supported us guys with the old CJ jeeps. I do envy you guys with the newer rides' parts availability.

  • @iscarran
    @iscarran Před rokem +2

    Whatever you’re paying him, it’s not enough!!! Great video and even more awesome engineering from “The Mechanic” aka Chris the machine!!!!

    • @LiteBrite
      @LiteBrite  Před rokem +3

      If we could pay him a million plus a year, we would. ❤️

  • @rob5529
    @rob5529 Před rokem +3

    So awesome to see that rig getting rebuild! I believe that mystery stuff is actually dog food 😂

  • @brucestover4370
    @brucestover4370 Před rokem +2

    Kev I would check with Next Venture and see if they can make a plastic skid for the tank and just glue it on the tank skid with body panel glue it’s super strong

    • @marcbee1234
      @marcbee1234 Před rokem

      ...you can't have enough skid plates under that 'exposed' tank.

  • @tylerbuhite5432
    @tylerbuhite5432 Před rokem +2

    Love this kinda content from you guys. Everyone chipping in on the step child is just a warm fuzzy feel, once again gold as always! Stay safe and Crazy :) #LiteBriteNation

  • @notreallyme425
    @notreallyme425 Před rokem +43

    Let’s think about this for a minute… how did Kevin get a woman like Brittany to live in a Jeep for 3 years?

    • @GetOutThereToday
      @GetOutThereToday Před rokem +22

      Let me flip the question, how did Brittany get lucky to get a hunk like Kevin and a sweet jeep?

    • @LiteBrite
      @LiteBrite  Před rokem +79

      I’d say we’re both pretty blessed to have found our ride or dies & built a rad life together. 🥰

    • @CaseysOffRoadRecovery
      @CaseysOffRoadRecovery Před rokem +8

      Match Made in Heaven

    • @gregoryh4601
      @gregoryh4601 Před rokem +9

      @@GetOutThereToday Kevin has Money

    • @lonniemonroe2714
      @lonniemonroe2714 Před rokem +5

      @@gregoryh4601 that will do 8t every time

  • @kerryclark1926
    @kerryclark1926 Před rokem +2

    Yes, do the exhaust with the valve for loud and normal.

  • @willy3177
    @willy3177 Před rokem +2

    Although the sound without headers is awsome, a large diameter set of exhaust pipes would make much more sense. Winter and mud are real.

  • @alexkin3265
    @alexkin3265 Před rokem

    For my installation, i just cut out the bottom part/tray itself and left top part of the tray attached to the metal bidy alone. Placed silicone under the metal fuel tank plate in the trunk and its working fine for now.

  • @tonyyoung3902
    @tonyyoung3902 Před rokem

    Thank you for the more indepth videos. I commented a while back about doing this and I don't know if this is why or what but it is much appreciated.

  • @trjnsd6874
    @trjnsd6874 Před rokem

    More fun in the DayCare! Y’all are so silly sometimes LoL! Need a power wash? Chris, you are a fabricating and innovating genius. So much dirt, so little time! Only five years of accumulation. That sound! The burble of the open exhaust is Killer! Nice outfit Brit! LiteBriteNationFlagsAnew!

  • @rsbrehm
    @rsbrehm Před rokem

    @21:45 I don't even remember how to GET to my cabin air filters on a JK lol

  • @milwoodhughes670
    @milwoodhughes670 Před rokem +1

    Mel from Brooklyn no need to apologize its true

  • @joshuawhittred-eo6kn
    @joshuawhittred-eo6kn Před 11 měsíci

    The stepchild growls like a lion. Sounds mean.👍

  • @robertosantinni9656
    @robertosantinni9656 Před rokem

    Chris, thank you for your “training” info update. Oh and you need another “protégée”. Y’all could call it the Lite Brite Nation Joat (Jack of All Trades) School. 😁

  • @alexmills1329
    @alexmills1329 Před rokem +2

    For that tub an oscillating multitool would cut that right out, I work on houses and use one to cut into tight spots and they cut wood, nails, metal studs all clean cut and with no problem. Blades add up quickly tho.
    Edit: oh you guys got one anyway lol

  • @coopervroman2952
    @coopervroman2952 Před rokem +1

    I love how the tank sounds like a drum

  • @snomofilms
    @snomofilms Před rokem

    As usual, came for the thumbnail and stayed for the video 😂

  • @Christopher-vf6kx
    @Christopher-vf6kx Před rokem

    These thumbnails recently are killing it. Automatic Like everytime. 👍

  • @chknlyps2373
    @chknlyps2373 Před rokem +1

    Britney.... This jeep has been through hell and back.
    Kevin.... This jeep let me go up the back door and didn't resist!

  • @528Circle
    @528Circle Před rokem

    Kevin’s face when fired it up at the beginning! Like a kid who got his first BB gun for his birthday. Loved it!

  • @kjmunster
    @kjmunster Před rokem

    you guys need some ice cold beers, this a total Saturday beer drinking project.... lol love it

  • @AdventuresOfRogersAndHenderson

    Hope motobuilt works out a gas tank relocation for the new broncos… besides being in a shitty spot, the 2-door tank is only 15 gallons 😑

    • @ZboeC5
      @ZboeC5 Před rokem +1

      And here I thought 17.5 in the 2 door Wrangler was bad...My Corvette holds over 18 gallons. There is no excuse for vehicles like these to have such small fuel tanks.

    • @AdventuresOfRogersAndHenderson
      @AdventuresOfRogersAndHenderson Před rokem +1

      @@ZboeC5 couldn’t agree more, especially when they get less than 20mpg

  • @rsbrehm
    @rsbrehm Před rokem

    lol @6:25 "We are so far off..... to a great start." hehehehe

  • @StormbornJKU
    @StormbornJKU Před rokem

    Rear mounted cell is badass! Seriously makes me want to do that to my JKU!!!

  • @TheRightLine
    @TheRightLine Před rokem +2

    You sure that radiator hose is gonna last? Doesn't that have to be fuel resistant hose?

    • @LiteBrite
      @LiteBrite  Před rokem +4

      We’ve ordered some. The hose will be ok for now

    • @TheRightLine
      @TheRightLine Před rokem

      @@LiteBrite 👍👍

  • @BigCSS78
    @BigCSS78 Před rokem +1

    You guys need to get a transmission jack to use when on the lift.

  • @nwjeepin888
    @nwjeepin888 Před rokem

    Looks like guitar string or the harbor freight window removal tool would help a lot with that. After the center is cut out.

  • @FTY6150
    @FTY6150 Před rokem +2

    NICE WORK WHERE IS BECA ?????

    • @LiteBrite
      @LiteBrite  Před rokem +2

      Bec is gone, as there’s no future for her on the channel. She was an apprentice, has taken what she’s learned and now has a good paying job. We’re no longer taking in any builds so there’s no way for her to make money. We will be focusing on our own personal builds which was always the original plan. We had to take customer builds in so she could get paid and during that time ALL of our vehicles got neglected and that’s not acceptable. So we went back to the original plan of just having chris as our friend and personal fabricator. Bec was never in the plans and we tried to adapt to make it work with 2 people but that didn’t end up working out so now back to the original plan. Bec had 4+ months notice of this change and that time has now come and gone.

  • @OneEyeCustoms
    @OneEyeCustoms Před rokem

    That thumbnail got me clicking sooo fast.😂😂😂😂 I say go for it!

  • @briancraig4411
    @briancraig4411 Před rokem +1

    Hi all, I noticed that you used coolant hose on the fuel fill hose, It's going to deteriorate from the fuel and will be a terrible problem later on. I would hate to see fuel leaking all over the trails, or worse catching on fire and burn down the jeep!

  • @thecapturban
    @thecapturban Před rokem

    On another note.. isnt Kev the one ALWAYS preachin about cleaning a cabin air filter😂😂😂

  • @kahanasizemore5242
    @kahanasizemore5242 Před rokem

    Getting that tray out was quite the undertaking, lol

  • @grahamstuart3207
    @grahamstuart3207 Před rokem

    Great Upgrade Guys!

  • @OffroadCpl
    @OffroadCpl Před rokem

    Can't wait for the video where Kevin knocks a hole in the fuel tank. Or hangs up so bad he has to be winches out. Going to order my popcorn now for this coming event😂😂😂😂

  • @artyseibert
    @artyseibert Před rokem

    I love my Handy Flag. I have it because of your channel!

  • @davesargent6163
    @davesargent6163 Před rokem

    41:10 the look on the face of a child when his expectations are exceeded

  • @softdev1
    @softdev1 Před rokem

    9:45 - does that mean this Jeep is a “candy ass?”

  • @johnbrill1971
    @johnbrill1971 Před rokem

    Thank you I love all you videos and you guys are awesome

  • @abnpthfdr2934
    @abnpthfdr2934 Před rokem

    Those small round clusters looked like old M&Ms or Skittles.

  • @1Skiptube
    @1Skiptube Před rokem +1

    Where is the Beer fridge and couch / TV / Stereo system and Grill ?

  • @musicplusink
    @musicplusink Před rokem

    If you have a P00546 code it happens when you change the battery for some reason, I learned that after i deleted the auxiliary and replaced the main. Deleted the DTC with the tazer. My 18 has 82k miles and i need to upgrade do much. Right now i live through you guys lol

  • @Handforgeddreams41
    @Handforgeddreams41 Před rokem

    For future reference I used a Sawzall with a scraper blade on it the rubber and storage pan came right off

  • @Gabi4x4
    @Gabi4x4 Před rokem +1

    I also installed a MotoBilt rear fuel tank....I have a problem with the fuel gauge...it does not show the correct fuel level. And right now there is no solution!! waiting to see if you might have a solution.

    • @LiteBrite
      @LiteBrite  Před rokem +2

      Is it reading too high, too low? We haven’t gotten that far yet (still trying to wrap up suspension).

    • @Gabi4x4
      @Gabi4x4 Před rokem +1

      @@LiteBrite The reading is too low... about the first 10 gallons... it doesn't give anything. The gauge constantly shows full. A little before reaching a quarter of the tank.. the gauge gives a warning of low fuel. I am waiting for an answer from the technical department.🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️

    • @Motobilt_inc
      @Motobilt_inc Před rokem +1

      ⁠@@Gabi4x4 The tank is deeper than the factory unit and the float/arm can only move so far. You can extend the rod to give it more range of motion and bend it down so it reaches further down and shows a more accurate position to when it truly is almost empty.

  • @damonbyrne3591
    @damonbyrne3591 Před rokem

    Its going to look awesome guys

  • @Seb_Semos
    @Seb_Semos Před rokem

    I rarely watch youtube on headphone, but I choose the good one to do so 🔊🔊🔊💯

  • @RocksNRuts4
    @RocksNRuts4 Před rokem

    i liked this vid lots of stuff goin on. i was talkn to u guys to use an OSCILLATING tool lol!! i oike the rhino liner but would have used on outside as well thats what its for, n used the left over rubber n glued inside, nice touch usin on the straps tho!

  • @adjake1
    @adjake1 Před rokem

    You should get a plexi cover to show off the bling

  • @johnperun232
    @johnperun232 Před rokem

    Great 👍 content and Thanx for Sharing
    Have a Great Day 👍
    God Bless America 🇺🇸🙏🇺🇸

  • @ChainsawFPV
    @ChainsawFPV Před rokem

    That 2 minutes was not wasted. Lol

  • @davidgroskopf7898
    @davidgroskopf7898 Před rokem +1

    I vote for open headers 😊

  • @JeepFreak1941
    @JeepFreak1941 Před rokem

    The exhaust sounded like that ferrari in the movie Feris Bueller Day Off

  • @barryw5290
    @barryw5290 Před rokem

    Hey Kevin, just run the exhaust up through the hood. Zoomy style with flappers. 🙃

    • @ZboeC5
      @ZboeC5 Před rokem

      *Cleetus style lol

  • @deathandtaxes8949
    @deathandtaxes8949 Před rokem +1

    Whatever Chris gets paid, you need to double it 😂

    • @LiteBrite
      @LiteBrite  Před rokem +1

      If we could pay chris a million a year we would

    • @deathandtaxes8949
      @deathandtaxes8949 Před rokem +1

      @@LiteBrite Sorry to hear it. Good luck with everything.

  • @DJ-yp4kc
    @DJ-yp4kc Před rokem

    Sorry to hear about Bec.. But that's Life

  • @gilbertarnold8666
    @gilbertarnold8666 Před rokem

    Great video thank you!

  • @oust556
    @oust556 Před rokem

    corrosive mystery stuff kinda looked like dog food lol

  • @andrewdavies5613
    @andrewdavies5613 Před 7 měsíci

    That rad hose will brake down over a short amount of time

  • @Backflipspagetti
    @Backflipspagetti Před rokem +1

    So you don't have to have the wheels and tires on for the engine to start and run? 50+ years dang it 😆

  • @karmicforce01
    @karmicforce01 Před rokem

    Mentos... The Fresh Maker!

  • @adammiller5166
    @adammiller5166 Před rokem

    Put some of that plastic on the bottom of the tank shield just in case

  • @camilo0032426
    @camilo0032426 Před 11 měsíci

    Is it gonna be gas friendly 🤯

  • @abqcrutch
    @abqcrutch Před rokem

    Living your best lives!

  • @MisterTractor
    @MisterTractor Před rokem +1

    Nice video sir 💚💚💚💚💚💚
    A very creative idea ❤❤♥❤
    I look forward to seeing your designs. Congratulations on your journey forward
    ❤❤💚❤❤💚❤❤💚❤❤💚❤❤💚❤❤💚❤💚❤❤💚❤❤💚❤❤💚❤❤💚

  • @ivanfromtheeast4709
    @ivanfromtheeast4709 Před rokem

    Cabin air filter? What is that, I have an LJ😂

  • @thecapturban
    @thecapturban Před rokem

    Wait...one might say... handy flag is now "sponsered" by Lite Brite Nation🤔
    How cook is that😂
    And some of us know the Brit and Kev story... cause we have been here from the beginning.. like proposal and all🎉

  • @blake_pearson
    @blake_pearson Před rokem

    I want to know why there’s so many rude comments about you guys, you seem like amazing people and so many people dream of meeting you. On that note. Will you be at great American crawl at SMORR this coming weekend? Would love to meet you!

    • @LiteBrite
      @LiteBrite  Před rokem +1

      With success comes haters, and there’s definitely people out there that really hate that we became successful. 😊 Most of them don’t know us or haven’t met us though, so they’re inconsequential to our lives. Especially since we’re living our (and most others’) dream life. ❤️ Unfortunately we won’t be at SMORR, though! We’ll be in Colorado off roading for Kevin’s birthday!

    • @blake_pearson
      @blake_pearson Před rokem +1

      @@LiteBrite I’d love to get to do what you guys do! hopefully I’ll meet you guys one day! Happy birthday to Kevin have fun!

  • @cesarquintanilla1264
    @cesarquintanilla1264 Před rokem

    That's so cool need to replace the sending unit in my yj. Any recommendations. God bless take care.

  • @imfloridano5448
    @imfloridano5448 Před rokem

    Why not use a fuel bladder that can be shaped to fit in that areastill giving y'all the additional fuel capacity.

  • @ronniegivens6638
    @ronniegivens6638 Před 11 měsíci

    See you at the Jeep invasion, Ronnie from Georgia.

  • @remsterx
    @remsterx Před rokem

    Sweet flag definitely getting one since I know I’ll need one anyway.

  • @user-hb8iz7pp7t
    @user-hb8iz7pp7t Před rokem

    You've never heard of a Skittles leak ?
    Look it up 😂

  • @davesargent6163
    @davesargent6163 Před rokem

    strange how they make a place to put the tank but terrible plan on where to run the fill hose

  • @juanjr1213
    @juanjr1213 Před rokem

    I wonder if I gotta do that to my tundra since I added a 42 gallon tank 🤔🤔

  • @IanNubbit
    @IanNubbit Před rokem

    The gold is an anti rusting coating metalcloak uses on alot of their products

  • @joeclifton4600
    @joeclifton4600 Před rokem

    I'm curious why you didn't fix the rust 2" away from where you deleted the tank and primed and painted the open area? Love the vids!

  • @67wildwolf
    @67wildwolf Před rokem

    3.0 is looking good. But I wonder if Kevin ended up on the floor after some of his comments to Britney.