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As with all of the Jeeps that have passed through the jeepfan.com stable a winch is one of the earlier installations. We’ve grown to really like the Warn VR series winches. The compact design and affordability make it a perfect addition to your Jeep. The jeepfan.com 2018 JL Wrangler is equipped with the factory steel …
Up to now we have never been a fan of steps on the side of a Jeep. Primarily because they hang down and can become caught on an obstacle. Possibly damaging the steps or the Jeep. A stout set of rocker guards have always been the preference. But… The JL is an evolution in the …
With all of the brackets installed tighten the bolts and proceed to the installation of the tire carrier. It’s likely that it will be necessary to reroute some of the wiring within the carrier to allow the carrier to be installed higher. Removing the cover from the tail light assembly allows access to the wire. …
With the carrier out of the way use the supplied cardboard block to support the hinge side of the tailgate while the hinge bolts are removed. Remove the rubber tire bumpers. Remove the four hinge bolts. Be careful to keep the tailgate closed and aligned. According to the instructions the new hinge bolts are placed …
Many Jeepers will throw a larger spare on their JL and ignore what that extra weight will do the the tailgate and its hinges over time. The added weight and perhaps more significant, increased leverage will cause stress and possible damage. Some, will remove the spare from the tailgate and add an aftermarket bumper/tire carrier …
The 2018+ Wrangler JL uses the same 3.6L V6 as the 2012-2018 Wrangler JK. There are some internal tweaks, but it’s mostly the same on the outside. A redesign of the top engine cover makes accessing the filter possible without removing the cover. Changing your oil yourself can save you some money but mostly it …
Continuing from Page 2 we are about to remove the front coil springs and proceed forward with the install. Gently lower the axle and watch for anything to pull tight. Allow the axle to drop low enough to remove the coil springs. Remove the lower spring pads and install the new ones. Pay close attention …
Continuing from Page 1 we are about to remove the rear coil springs and proceed forward with the install. Remove the coil springs. Depending on how low the axle is lowered you may need to use a pry bar to get the spring over the lower perch. The Mopar lift uses different springs on each …
The new Wrangler JL features larger wheel openings that allow for larger tires right out of the box. The Sport and Sahara are good for 33″ tires while the Rubicon is good for 35″ tires. As with all of our Jeeps the stock form is merely a template to start from, most Jeep owners will …
Many of us will add larger tires to our JL Wrangler and doing so will reveal that many tires larger then 33″ will not fit on the factory tire carrier. This will vary depending on the brand of tire and the type of bumper your Jeep has. In general the factory steel bumper will fit …
