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I second the joe rogan podcasts. I probably listen to them a little to much. Also radiolab podcast on NPR, not on youtube as far as i know, but they discuss/research some of the most intriguing topics imaginable. Highly recommend it. They do interviews with top experts of whatever field they're investigating and have a pretty significant library of shows too. https://www.npr.org/podcasts/452538884/radiolab

I can attest to this too. I was forced to drive mine until the engine seized. Came back the next day and she fired right up. That was 75k miles ago.

Please excuse the atrocity against mankind that is my welding. Sorry, no pics of the fabrication process. There was no real method to this build, just cardboard and tack it up until its "right". This is just a proof of concept that it can be done. It was pretty hard . . . .me being retarded and all. Nickintime has made one too, but his uses a different belt route, the renix era compressor and a larger alternator. A couple things to mention: The battery will not fit in its factory location. A small amount of the wheel well had to be cut out so the battery could be 6pivoted and made to fit. Now a small corner of the battery extends into the wheel well. Battery relocation would have been ideal. As it sits I somehow managed to max out my clearance pretty well for everything that could have been problematic. Idler pulley hitting a/c or timing cover. Alternator hitting hood, etc. But the factory alternator just barely fits meaning a bigger high amp one won't. Nickintimes design does allow for the larger high amp alternator, but sacrifices some belt wrap on the a/c compressor. Is it enough to matter? With the battery as it is now, the upper radiator hose has to be removed in order to remove the battery. Custom A/C lines will need to be purchased/fabricated. I wonder if the compressor could be put where the alternator originally went...... For your viewing pleasure.

In FL on my "old" 3 blade cub Cadet I had to sharpen them every other cut to razor blades or else they would just tear the grass. It was maddening. I now have a two blade rider and that thing cuts excellent with two pieces of flat stock for blades. Exaggerating for effect but you get the idea. I like the outer perimeter of the property to look more natural, but at the same time I would like to try keeping the immediate front and back yards more well kept. Problem is most Florida grasses SUCK under foot. In TN my dad likes to mow rocks, so keeping blades sharp is a fools errand. Keeping blades straight, now thats part of routine (daily) maintenance. Wish I could bring some TN grass to FL, stuff is like walking on a velvet carpet and we don't do a d**n thing to it, it grows like that all on its own.

I wonder if ever in their wildest dreams did they imagine their dumpster fire of a video would end up on an obscure jeep enthusiast forum?

Also, steering stabilizers only mask potential problems/death wobble. I'm not recommending anybody to run without one, especially on a daily driven MJ but personally I havent had one on mine for years and have zero shaking/death wobble issues. 80mph on high way, hitting pot holes, etc. Nothing, smooth as glass. Edit: I should mention hitting puddles at speed without a stabilizer is the only issue I've encountered, but it is a BIG issue. Puddles should be avoided at all costs. They can jerk the wheel clean out of your hand.

This work of art was at the Florida gambler 500. Several videos of it. Will try to add links. https://m.facebook.com/events/440-co-rd-310-palatka-fl-32177/gambler-500-florida-2019/946006858922963/# Its official name is 'peep' I imagine like those horrible marshmallow peeps.

Pics please 2.8 is the least desirable of all available comanche engines.

Slightly off topic, but speaking of people with more money than brains. https://selecthomedecorandmore.com/natural-tree-stump-side-table

Why would they not make this?

My brother will be in attendance of the G5 in palatka FL next weekend ( April 12, 13, 14) Hopefully he will get some good pictures. He will be driving his 4runner, 33 ATs, coil spacer lift, modded factory rear E-locker. He's pretty gentle offroad, but I have had to pull him out once. Did it with the MJ, what a sweet sweet day that was.

So does the 242 have 4x4 hi locked? It goes 4hi part time 4hi full time 4lo full time Right?

https://m.facebook.com/groups/278217436305296?group_view_referrer=profile_browser I sooo want to go to one of these, but of course I'm in TN and won't be back until the 15th. Its sounds like one helluva good time.

Is the 242 superior to the 231 or is just a matter of preference?

There is one in the JY by me too, 100% unmolested. I was really scratching my head when I peaked under the hood and saw the jeep 2.5 How valuable are they? I don't know how much they want for it, its the type of JY where the guy behind the counter makes up numbers as he goes along and whether he likes you or not. I'm out of town at the moment, but if someone really wants it I may be persuaded to go and pull it once I'm back.

Why the 242?

Ya, i find the gimmicks and "Easter eggs" really juvenile. However i really liked the things like the included tool kit, bolt holder and offroad cruise control. The bed is nice and low, easy to work out of with no fluff/plastic. But it does really annoy me that they qualify it's usefulness by saying how "it will fit most dirtbikes" like that's all a pickup is good for . Just the phrase "lifestyle vehicle" makes me want to puke. I like its overall concept, but they hammed it up with widgets and Easter eggs, they are charging to much for it, and they called it a gladiator. With all that said I could see myself buying one if I had they money. Sooo

It's really starting to grow on me.

Would that be the international or the power stroke 7.3? Turbo? I guess it doesnt matter to much. The 7.3, in either flavor, is well known for being damn near unkillable. My brother had one with 450k on the clock, 85% offroad miles. His was non turbo. It had a hard hard life, but always ran like a champ. can't really offer much on the rest of the truck your looking at.

Green arrow: possibly cigarette lighter Red arrow: holds a little light bulb to light ash tray. Blue arrow: maybe plug for power/comfort switch, but seems to be missing wires Yellow arrow: can't remember, will research Green arrow: headlight delay module Red arrow: fog light switch Blue arrow: more tiny bulb holders, probably back lighting for toggle switches.

bro that ladder setup is sketchy as all get out. Glad you didnt get hurt.

Awesome, but I think I was most impressed by the his presentation. Absolutely fantastic, voice clarity, speed and enunciation. It was a pleasure just to listen to him speak and talk about the project.

Impressive. How much do you think he charged? $750?

What in the unholy f**k. Actually, now that I look at it. . . . . Can someone photo shop the TJ hood such that it is continuous instead of being "blended" with the pt cruiser hood?

I've used this link extensively over the last month and can confirm 99% of what is in the wiring schematics is accurate. At least for my 1990 MJ. http://jeep.zerok.ru/index.php?page=196