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    What "Class" is a stock JKUR Receiver Hitch?

    I'm assuming it's a Class 3 since it's a 2" but I'm having trouble finding information to confirm (renting a trailer and they require proof). Is there a good online resource where I can show them that this is indeed a Class 3? Thanks!
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    Effing Work Firewall...

    6 years enjoying Wayalife on my lunch hour with no problems, then as of about 4 days ago it's blocked because it's "malware". 🤬
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    Back Country Skiing Thread

    I'm a long time downhill skier & former ski patroller but I've never given the back country thing a solid try... until now. Although technically I guess I still haven't. Lol... The mountains around here are already covered, so I'm hoping to get my first turns within 2 or 3 weeks. Since I live...
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    LiPo Jump Starter?

    Any advice or recommendations on purchasing a lightweight LiPo jump starter? They're all over Amazon for less than $100 but given that they're all Chinese made crap, I'm doubt any of them are actually reliable. Can anyone recommend a reputable brand to check out? Thanks! PS: "Designed in the...
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    Breaking the bead on beadlocks

    Need some advice on removing tires from beadlock wheels... After installing tires on beadlocks a few years ago, I'm about to attempt my first swap. I've seen a few methods for breaking the bead on the back of the beadlocks, including: 1) Jumping up and down on the tire while it sits on a 5...
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    12v vs 20v Cordless Ratchet?

    I'm the quintessential late adopter... preferring air tools over just about anything else. But recent experience with a high quality 20v cordless drill (along with watching Eddie wield his cordless ratchet & impact drivers with skill & verve in the Wayalife videos) has me convinced it's time to...
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    Wireless Winch Controller?

    I really like having a wireless controller for my Warn 8274 but so far I've balked at the nearly $200 price tag on the Warn wireless kit. As a result, I am now on my 3rd cheapo Amazon wireless kit, and I have finally gotten it through my thick head that having such an unreliable connection to...
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    Need Advice: Cleaning Leather Furniture

    We've got a couple of cream/beige colored leather couches in need of cleaning... not badly soiled or anything, it's just time to clean them. So I purchased a bottle of cleaner & another bottle of conditioner from the "Chemical Guys". It didn't do shit. Compared to my test cushion, I got...
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    RCV Performance Front Axles (stock replacement for JKUR)?

    I did a quick search and came up empty on these but it might be the 3 letter search limit thing... Since we spend about 8 months of the year in 4WD (and the front axle u-joints need replacing), I began looking into these as an alternative because I've read that they won't "bind" when making...
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    Wireless Winch Remote Issues

    Nothing like using jumper cables on my solenoid to get the winch to wind in... :rolleyes2: I've been through a couple of those cheap Amazon wireless winch controllers now. I've certainly gotten what I paid for but this seems like such a simple device and I'm having a tough time diagnosing what...
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    Mild A/T tires for an old Honda Pilot?

    Sorry to post non-jeep content here but this is the only online group I trust for advice. Our old AWD Pilot (it'll never die...) needs new shoes. It does double duty as the car the kids drive and occasional runs to the dump since the cargo capacity is crazy for a boring midsize suv...
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    Ongoing EGR Valve Code Issues

    Been chasing down this EGR gremlin on my 11' JKUR for about a year now... The good: I can replace an EGR valve in less than 25 minutes... and without losing skin on my knuckles. :Disappointed: The bad: I'm still throwing EGR codes regularly. Aside from replacing the EGRV a few times (to...
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    Truck Lite "Military" headlights?

    I'm sorry if this is the incorrect location for this thread... since the application is JK - specific, I thought I'd try here. Looking to go with some heated LED's this winter, and Truck Lite is at the top of my list. I've noticed some of their 7" offerings include "Military" in the title...
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    How to keep my St. Bernard safe in my JKUR when the top is off?

    As the title says... is it possible? I'm worried about how to drive my 170 lb saint (he's tall for a St. too...) around in the jeep with the top off. Was thinking about a harness... if I can find/build one large enough, and some sort of strap to attach it to the top center portion of the...
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    How to protect Ranch 9000XL Adjuster Knobs?

    I think I've seen some discussion on this but I can't recall where... I've had mine installed for about 3 months and 1 of the rear knobs is already damaged. Was thinking of flipping the rear shock bodies so the knobs face forward but I'm not sure whether that is advisable (or possible?)...
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    Out of round or out of balance?

    Just rotated my tires (5 wheel rotation) for the first time since purchasing, and as luck would have it... the newly rotated "spare" looks like it may have a balancing issue. But I'm wondering... is there a way to tell whether a tire/wheel is out of round rather than out of balance? If it is...
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    Which Diff Cover Gets More Abuse?

    I think I may be asking a stupid question... but that never stopped me before. Intuitively, I would say the front. But since the rear axle may be a little harder to manage in terms of placement, I'm thinking it's possible the rear cover gets more scuffs on average. I've hit mine a few times...
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    Soft Shackles?

    Thoughts and/or experiences using these as a substitute for steel shackles? Seems like there are some pretty strong ones available out there but I worry that the attachment point on my bumper (where a steel shackle would go) might cut them under load... I suppose a soft shackle could also...
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    I'm tempted to buy a new steering stabilizer!

    I'm experiencing an issue that has me tempted to try a new stabilizer... and I'm pretty sure it's a waste of money. But I'm still tempted! After installing the new beadlocks & tires, I'm getting a sort of vibration. Definitely not death wobble as I'm well familiar with that... and all the...
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    Pro Comp Trilogy Beadlock Review

    I've never really done one of these before but I thought I would share my experiences & observations from installing a set of the (relatively) new Pro Comp Trilogy beadlocks recently. Was planning on the XD231's but got an offer I couldn't refuse on these so I thought I would roll the dice. My...
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