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Fair point about the pump - In this case I knew that I was sending the pump out to be rebuilt and so locking it wasn't strictly necessary. But yes, if we were going to reinstall it then ensuring that it doesn't move out of time via the locking bolt is critical. As for the injectors yes, need to be careful to not apply too much force. Thanks for watching!

Preference and budget--meaning, I don't want to buy a replacement hard top every year! I wheel pretty hard--8s, 9s, and 10s. Hard tops will get damaged on some of the trails. If you happen to see the recent Independence Trail video (Part 2), you'll see where I would have destroyed the hard top on that v-notch turn. So, a soft top and no windows is a bit more, well, safe isn't the word, but you get what I mean. One thing I would need to do if I were to start doing WeROCK with Penny is to get an aluminum skin top. Genright sells that, too, but I couldn't fit it in the budget at that time. I really like Penny being open. I admit, the fuel pump right behind the seats is kinda loud, but it is what it is.

Here's a link to the top I'd like to switch to, if/when I destroy the soft top... genright.com/shop-by-vehicle/jeep-tj-97-06/tj-yj-cj-7-aluminum-roof-for-genright-roll-cages/?srsltid=AfmBOorz4fpRbz33A2Fw_6yn52d9XUdKIdb0V0P207m16pBN-UHIrDUo

Good to know it's not just us! Yeah, we suspect that it may have a bit more noise hard mounted to the body but also it's also bit more solid. Thank you for watching!

It is indeed. Everything is large and heavy compared to typical jeep stuff.

It's sold on Amazon by PMD Products. There's a link to it at the end of the Description, but also: a.co/d/bmoKLpf. Thanks!

You're welcome and thank you! It's not a terrible job, give yourself time and be patient. There a few nuances specific to the CRD and how stuff "fits" with the little diesel but it's very doable.

Aww... thanks! I really prefer the technical trails. I'm starting to mull over Penny and I's trail goals for 2025, and it's filled with hard stuff! The only definite so far is 21 Road to the End. We'll see what else gets added.

We’re glad you enjoyed it!

That’s actually helpful. We’ve had a couple others suggest a 1949-1964 Ford clutch as a possibility. Hopefully we’ll find something we can source locally that will match up.

Thank you! It's amazing how many parts from one vehicle show up in another.

Good chance we’ll do just that. Though some debate if it’ll go back into this jeep or the other CJ2A project. But the fact that it runs, and is already mated to the T90 certainly makes it an easy/cheap option. Though for the other project I’d love to source an L-134 just to be “completely correct.”

Indeed. Not much there that was worth trying to save. It’ll be better to start fresh with that painless kit.

Thank you! Kinda looked like maybe it was cut with a torch.

@@karoffroad ahh I see, that would explain the irregular cuts!

Yup. The M38 uses a pin attached to the frame and a mount on the grill that is similar to the tailgate hinge. Whereas the CJ2a CJ3a us a conventional body mount type bracket with a bolt going vertically through the grill and bracket. We'll likely end up trying to either fab a CJ2a style mount or maybe try getting some reproductions and see if they'll fit on top of the frame or can be modified to work.

That should work well! I can't remember if it made it into the video, but one thing we have learned is, finish your welding and cutting first, if possible. The heat melts that internal frame coating easily. Or, keep a can handy and remember to reapply when the metal is cool again. Also, I was able to clean up any drips on the concrete with brake cleaner. Have fun!

That would definitely work! I know we're way behind on getting a video out, but you'll see kinda where we're going in a few videos. We made a pretty big decision that does impact the seat mount design, but that's how it goes sometimes. I'll get back to editing just as soon as I can!

Sounds like it would be, right? But for the Mickey Thompson MTs and Dirty Life Roadkills on her, it just seems to work. She is light enough that she doesn't really flex the sidewall until about 7psi, and doesn't really get any useful flex until 5 or 6. They had me try 4psi on Carnage Canyon, and she worked a lot better toward the end of the trail than at the start. Another time, I did run one series of trails with one rear tire at 0psi in Ouray--I didn't get the valve core in all the way at air-down. Lasted the entire day, and I never even noticed it until air-up. I'd never go that low without beadlocks, though, and even then, differences in tires and wheels would require some experimentation to find out what's possible for an individual rig. It might work for one, but not another.

@@karoffroad thanks for the insight. The beadlockers are probably the thing that makes it work. ✌️

Best decision we made! Can't wait to follow it up with the Front Half Kit, but that's still a year or two away.

⁠@@karoffroadawesome can’t wait to see the front section go in !

You comment warms our hearts! The next video show quite a bit of Rubicon Springs (and then Cadillac Hill). I can still remember all that cut wood--and how much of it went to preparing that incredible steak dinner! I'd like to try this trail some day in my CJ2A, but that's a year or so off at the very least. We really do want to go back and experience the trail again!

Thanks! This is the same setup on Penny, too. And this is just this end of the brake system--the M715 will also be getting the same Vanco Hydroboost setup Penny currently has. Stopping will not be an issue, for sure!

@@karoffroad I’m going tons on my gladiator soon and I’ve had a couple people tell me to run the hydroboost setup apparently it’s the hot ticket for braking tons. I got to see if my shop has one I can try out as I’ve never used that setup before. My xj was just running the ford brakes and an adjustable proportioning valve.

The hydroboost setup was new to me (April), too. The first time I hit the brakes hard on Penny in the pasture during testing, she was like Wile E Coyote hitting a brick wall. I must have happy-giggled for 10 minutes at the sheer fun of it. It took a little bit to get used to, but I absolutely love it on her now.

Yeah, I debated a bit both for the 715 and for PennyTJ if we wanted the bronze bushings or not. Honestly the fact that the standard bushings were part of the kit and the bronze would have been extra won out. When the standard bushings wear out we’ll likely upgrade.

@@KAFingerlos the plastic will probably live forever honestly.

Thank you. I've never tried assembling it that way. Will have to try that configuration next time.

Agreed. it is simpler to access it, though still takes some work to actually get things such that the rack can come out. Just not a lot of room for anything around the CRD engine.

We're glad you enjoyed it!

Yay! Thank you!

My (April) dad and his brother were total gear heads when I was a kid. I have been around timing lights forever it seems, but I never learned how to use it. It was kinda fun to learn!

We had her up on the lift yesterday, and it looks like the damage was pretty minimal, as things go. Parts have been ordered, and I'll share the details in a future video. But indeed, fun times! She'll be back on the rocks really soon.

You know, you're right! I LOVE the technical aspect of wheeling. I so wish I could get into WeRock! I think that would be a perfect fit for my style. A girl can dream... As I think about it, this was not her worst trail breakdown. You know the stock three-piece steering column on these TJs... well, one of the u-joints fell apart on a TWO rated trail. She was loaded onto a trailer to get off that one, and all I really needed was a new bolt and a clockspring to get her going again. But this time, I was still able to drive her onto the trailer. That's sort of why Lemonhead is an up and coming project--because Penny's worst breaks are on those low-rated trails! LOL!

I am already looking forward to conquering this trail again--including The Cutoff! I just have to wait for Roy to get his MJ done so I have someone to run it with! And our friend Matt Ness ran it for the first time yesterday, and loved it--I bet he'd join us, too.

Thanks! We originally set it up as a wood shop. It wasn't until 5 or 6 years after buying the property that we changed from wood to automotive. And, 14 years later, that transition is still occurring... ;-) I have watched a lot of shop organization videos, and want to help Kenneth get it organized, but there are some piles I just don't want to get involved in... ;-)

Thank you!

Glad to be of help!

Awww, thank you! I likely will not be at All-4-Fun myself, but Kenneth will be serving as a trip leader. We leave for the Rubicon very shortly after that event wraps up. If I go, it's probably be because I couldn't resist the allure of Carnage Canyon!

You're welcome! April misses Black, as it's been replaced by another daily driver. But it's sitting out in the future project lineup--you may see it again!

Good to know! You're right--I haven't gone that route yet. But this was an EJS-managed run, so I just followed along like the duckling I was. But next time, I'd love to take that route, for sure!

I'm so happy you like the videos! And I'm so, so happy you found Penny in that group of amazing Jeeps--especially on my birthday! Thank you!

It was your birthday?! Woohoo!! Happy birthday!!

@@samrogers219 You missed Zack and his crew from Dana Spicer signing me Happy Birthday at the overlook! Don't worry--it'll be in that video...

@@aprilfingerlos oh man!! That must have been when I was running down to Z turn!! 🥲🥲 that’s awesome though!!