Recent content by Scott_P

Been there - and still am on a lot of projects. (Willys Wagon project - lost count of the years in the garage, maybe 26 now? Swapped in a 4.0L from a 1996 XJ when it was still fairly modern! But I try to do something on it at least once a year and it is now drivable!) Maybe it's a sign of too...

Awesome and congratulations! It's great when you can make a living doing something you enjoy. I wish you the best in your endeavor!

Next chapter in my CJ-2A project...been working on this Jeep for 42+ years!

Unfortunately, a Jeep is like driving a refrigerator down the road with the door open when it comes to headwind! We usually lose a MPG or two going into the wind and pick 1 or 2 MPG with the wind behind us. Towing will drop MPG likely to 10-14 depending on load, wind, speed and hills

I just installed one in a Jeep Gladiator front axle. I did not re-gear, so set-up was minor. I thought it went well and so far it works fine, but have not really engaged the locker a ton yet...just a few shorter two-track runs in the snow. Some tips for you if you are NOT re-gearing and...

We picked up a slightly used 2022 JT w/max tow package and 33 tires. Its a pretty nice truck and replaced our JKU. I put in a 2" mopar lift, e-locker in the front axle, and plan to put on a winch and skinny 35 tires. I agree on the 3.6L/8 speed trans combo - it does it's job great. Know that...

I tow a tear drop camper with my CJ-8 all over. Some trips being 1000+ miles round trip. No worries other than comfort is a little primitive by todays standards. Braking is fine with trailer brakes.