Stuff to do before the 2017 Invasion

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Stuff to do before the 2017 Invasion

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This is a thread for you to list what you need to do to your Jeep to get ready for the Invasion. Hopefully it will motivate you!
I had hoped that I would get some more enhansments done pre-invasion but I messed up my right hand and can't turn a wrench for another 5 weeks at best. So my list is kinda bare minimum:
DOne! Change the oil - Haven't done it since last invasion. Don't panic folks, it's only got about 3500 miles on it since last year.
Check the fluids
Done! Change the jets - I am at 64 primaries. I normally run 61 in Ouray but I think I will try 60 this year
Get the tires balanced
DONE! program HAM radio
DONE! exhaust leak - I had fixed it but I can hear it coming back. Last year in Ouray it was BAD and it made it sound like the Jeep was struggling going up 550 and on the trails. If I can't fix it myself (hand) I will probably take it to a local shop. Or turn the radio up really loud.
That's about it.

DONE! I might get a custom roof rack on it before Ouray but it's not a 'must have'.

I wanted to replace my headlight switch, it works okay but the interior lights wouldn't turn off. Bob was going to work with me to extend the roll bar with a front hoop but with my hand messed up we are going to delay that too. I also wanted to do something more with Ham Radio setup and switch for my air compressor. They are both functional but not as buttoned down as I would like.

Otherwise I think I am good to go.
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My list of want to do is looooong. Must do, shorter.
I think the fuel injection is a must.
A fan shroud should be a must too.
Another oil change is a must since I'm still in the cleaning phase.

Want:
Finish stereo stuff. Install CB.
Dreaming: swap rear axle for the 4:10 Isuzu 44 and do a gear swap up front.


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1. Swap out the chewed up flex plate.

2. Install the ham radio.
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Renew AAA memberships?
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ShagWagon wrote:Renew AAA memberships?
Doesn't expire until September but I did check, I have 5 tows left. ;)
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Install front drive shaft
Install extended 208 rear drive shaft
change proportioning valve
button up vacuum spaghetti
weld patch for hole in the tunnel
get licensed
Intsall HF/2m/70cm radio
Renew AAA Platinum Gold membership
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Just about have this pvc snorkel figured out. You know how it can get at the KOA. ;)
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fulsizjeep wrote:Just about have this pvc snorkel figured out. You know how it can get at the KOA. ;)
gw snorkel.jpg
Truely inspiring. :)
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fulsizjeep wrote:Just about have this pvc snorkel figured out. You know how it can get at the KOA. ;)
gw snorkel.jpg
Trying to make the Jelly Beans jealous?
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I want to be silly like them, yep.
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fulsizjeep wrote:I want to be silly like them, yep.
You get Wally in something that deep and you are on your own. LOL
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Too much to think about! in the process of working on the transfer case: new chain, part time kit, seals. Install EFI, tired of vapor lock. Snug up the roof rack so it wont blow off. Figure out a way to haul extra fuel...Maybe a roof mounted set up. Get AC working. I know, sounds like a luxury but last year coming across Nebraska and Kansas was pretty warm and the wife demands it this year or she wont go:). And it would be nice to fix some rust...at least where the rear seat belts mount:) Plenty of other stuff too I suppose, fluids etc. Don't think I will worry about the snorkel:) maybe next year.
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Guy with the trailer I was going to borrow backed out so I need to find an alternative.
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will e wrote:Guy with the trailer I was going to borrow backed out so I need to find an alternative.
Where you are? If I can get a new rag for mine you can borrow it.


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tedlovesjeeps71 wrote:
will e wrote:Guy with the trailer I was going to borrow backed out so I need to find an alternative.
Where you are? If I can get a new rag for mine you can borrow it.


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Thanks, Phoenix so probably not close.
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will e wrote:
tedlovesjeeps71 wrote:
will e wrote:Guy with the trailer I was going to borrow backed out so I need to find an alternative.
Where you are? If I can get a new rag for mine you can borrow it.


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Thanks, Phoenix so probably not close.
Ah... Sorry.


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tedlovesjeeps71 wrote:
will e wrote:
tedlovesjeeps71 wrote:
Where you are? If I can get a new rag for mine you can borrow it.


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Thanks, Phoenix so probably not close.
Ah... Sorry.


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No worries. If you lived near phoenix we would have already met at one of our wheeling trips or at TGITD
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My daughter, Violet, wants to come along! So maybe I have to get the Jeep ready. Haven't touched the stubborn exhaust leak in a month. Can't seem to tighten down the Y pipe (driver side) enough to eliminate it.

So, just in case it is a blown out exhaust manifold gasket, the plan is (1) remove manifold (2) liberally apply Kroil (3) easily remove Y-pipe studs (4) install brand new fine thread studs (5) install studs on head (middle two) like on passenger side (6) reinstall manifold with new gasket (7) install y-pipe and torque nuts on driver side to ridiculous degree (8) start Jeep and discover it is still leaking (9) burn jeep to the ground
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Well, at least you have a plan!

I might have a roof rack before Ouray. Nice...
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