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To be clear, I am not advocating for this product, I know nothing about this company, nor am I interested in shelling out the kind of cash portal axles cost (e.g., the ones linked here are like $20k)! I have read several posts over the years on Wayalife about portal axles that are dismissive...

I purchased my Jeep in May of 2020 and wheeled it for the first time in October of 2020. This experience - my first off-roading trip ever - revealed that I have a little natural talent off-roading but that I also have a TON to learn! I decided then to evolve my Jeep in a series of stages so that...

I am currently reassembling some D44 axles that I rebuilt and upgraded. I am trying to get the passenger (long) axle shaft installed and am wondering how I know if I got it all the way in... The outer seal gives the appearance that it is all the way in, but turning the shaft does not rotate the...

Ok, I need some straight talk on if I should replace my inner axle seals. Background: I am upgrading a set of Rubi axles for my 2012 Sport 2 Door. So far, I have: 1) replaced the axle shaft u-joints; 2) welded on gussets and control arm skids; 3) purchased new unit bearings; 4) inspected the...

I am nearing completion in parts accumulation and upgrading a set of Rubi axles and am now turning my attention to brakes. I am planning on going with the Crown front Big Brake system and another big brake system for the rear - not sure which one yet. My question comes from observations that...

The other day while under the Jeep (2012 JK 2 Door) I noticed oil on the bell housing. Having spent a ton of time reviewing posts on this forum (thank you all very much for your wisdom!) I knew where to look. The dreaded oil cooler. However, when I look in the V of the block with a flashlight, I...

Next weekend I am heading to Southern Missouri Off-Road (SMOR) to begin my Badge of Honor chase. So last weekend I changed the oil - it was just about due - and changed my gear oil in my differentials for the first time since I bought the Jeep 3 months ago and after 4,500 miles of driving -...