Posts by whatevah

  • New Member

    Quote from repodad2005

    Unibody has been braced on both sides in the front. Box is supported and a frame brace runs from one side to the other. Only reason it was braced is i pulled the box off the body. I can show pictures at the event.

    Jeep definitely didn't expect us to run a lift kit or big tires with the XJ :)

  • New Member

    Quote from repodad2005

    Yes we do. In the process of installing hydro-assist and a different steering set-up(cav-fab).

    Just a FYI just order our tickets for the appreciation dinner.

    ok cool, I had an 01 XJ for a while, had the Currie steering links and a radius long-arm setup, tons of flex (no swaybar helped with that). Only had 35" tires so just no steering boosts. Have you braced the frame rails or steering box? I know that won't really be a concern with the ram, just curious. My bumper went back to the steering box bolts and I added a crossbrace that helped steering response a lot.

  • 2026 Event Calendar (meetings, trail rides, events)

    Jan 31st- Members Dinner


    March 21st- Trail Ride @ AOAA

    March 28th- Club meeting


    April 25th- RC Rocks Club Comp

    April 29th-May 3rd Ultra 4


    May 9th- Club meeting

    May 16th- Trail Ride @ AOAA


    June 6th- Member Appreciation Ride @ AOAA (and camping)


    July 4th- Surf fishing gathering/meeting on the beach


    Aug 15th- Corn hole/surf fishing


    Sept 12th- Club meeting

    Sept 26th- possible Newark Community Day event

    Sept 26th- RC Rocks Individual Comp & 27th Trail Ride @ Rausch Creek


    Oct 17th- Trail Ride @ AOAA


    Nov 7th- Club meeting

    Nov 28th- Trail Ride @ Rausch Creek

  • New to the forum

    Quote from JeepCreep

    Hi. New member here. Built 2017 Wrangler Smokey Mtn. w/ sprintex SC, 35 NITTO trail grapplers and a bad attitude. Looking forward to learning lots from the members. Let the knowledge transfer begin :) Thank you & Merry Christmas!

    I just noticed that you had a supercharger, sweet! How do you like it? I've thought about adding one to my Gladiator for more power towing my trailer but afraid that it'll kill the valvetrain.

  • ‘05 X 4.0-6sp

    The axle housing rusted out, wow... got any photos to share of this? Those tend to last forever, but the mounts are more likely to rust. Unfortunately the frames and a few sections of the body are prone to rusting, especially for us folks where salt is common in the winter and if it's been a beach Jeep. Hopefully the frame is good, ask your mechanic to inspect it, it'll be obvious to a mechanic if there are issues.


    Hopefully the axles are quick swaps so you get to enjoy the Jeep this winter (we're hoping for a lot of snow, right?) and then all year long. :driving:

  • Members Appreciation Dinner, Saturday January 31st, 2026 , Cheswold Volunteer Fire Company

    Have neither of you driven to Dover or the beach on Rt 13 before? :razz: For the non-locals, it's in Kent County a little north of Dover, a little south of Smyrna. Roughly 45 minutes from Wilmington and an hour from Lewes. The town police regularly run radar along that road, so pay close attention to the 35mph speed limit!


    I believe everyone will be pleased to know that they have PLENTY of parking that doesn't require a long walk in the dark like our previous location. They have around 40 spots at the hall and a lot more across the street. :)

  • MAD-Jeep

    Great start! The Mojave comes with a factory 1" front lift so we should have a similar stance, although my steel front bumper and winch probably dropped that a bit. Curious to see how you like that vent light, I've thought about getting that a few times. :)

  • MAD-Jeep

    Quote from MAD(*

    Good morning - new to this forum been a Jeep owner since 1973 had my first CJ7

    Now driving a gladiator 2021 and starting to

    Add which what I love the most of jeeps customizing it to be your own

    Welcome! Do you have a plan for your Jeep or just seeing what happens? I bought a 2" AEV spacer lift for my Mojave 3 years ago but still haven't installed it. :saint: I did put on 35" tires though. :)

  • Hello & help

    Unfortunately, that quote does sound right for a shop to replace the cover. Retail pricing is around $250-430 depending on the brand from the sources most shops use, plus labor. I'd suggest to watch Facebook Marketplace for one to pop up (or buy one from Amazon for $125ish) and then find a local mechanic to install it, should be about an hour of labor time unless your bolts are seized.

  • The 4-Lo-Down, May 2025

    The 4-Lo-Down May 2025 Edition


    Intro
    Happy Mother's Day to all the Jeep moms and welcome to the 4-Lo-Down, our new newsletter for the Delaware Jeep Association. We wanted to help keep everyone up to date on what's going on and connected to events, posts and information. We hope to put out a new newsletter each month. Goal is to keep it simple but informative. Your input and suggestions are welcomed.


    BOD Contact bod@delawareja.com
    President Steve Dey -- Vice President Jerry Horn -- Treasurer Wendy Horn -- Trail Boss Andy Sheppard -- Administrator Sarah Sheppard


    We are on the lookout for BOD positions for 2026. If you want to be part of running the club, please let us know.


    Wears
    Club Store, New T-Shirt Design! Check out "Geared Different" and other wears including tumblers and Deja Trail badges.


    2025 Event Calendar
    Jun 7th & 8th Members Appreciation Trail Ride & Campout @ AOAA

    Jun 28th Meet-n-Greet @ Cabela's / Bass Pro Shops in Christiana.

    Jul 5th Surf Fishing Gathering (CHSP)

    July 18 Blue Rocks

    Aug 16th Cornhole Tournament (CHSP)

    Sep 6th Meeting (LOC TBD)

    Sep 13th Trail Ride

    Sep 21st Newark Community Days

    Oct 25th - Meet-n-Greet-Trunk-or-Treat (LOC TBD)

    Nov 8th Club Meeting

    Nov 29th Turkey Run @ AOAA


    Spotlight Event:
    Members Appreciation Trail and Camp out. Camping 6/7-6/8 , (Trail ride only 6/8). Club will cover your trail fee and provide dinner Saturday night. We will split into different groups, Green/Blue , Blue/Black and the big dogs running Reds. Follow the link above for sign up and let us know if you are camping, wheeling and staying for the Club provided Dinner. We have reserved site 146 with a pavilion and the cost will be divided by tent/camper per night and will be way cheaper than getting your own site. There is still room so sign up now. Last, We have an event sponsor! Etenwolf Tools who have generously provided us with 2 Vortex S6 Air Compressors, Digital Tire Gauges and portable Mini Blowers for inflating air beds and duck toys. These and other items will be raffled off to a few lucky members at the event. Thank you to Etenwolf Tools! Please note, This is a members only event, non-members may participate, but will be responsible for their trail fees and meals.


    Summer Tire Maintenance Reminder Be sure to replace that old winter air with less dense summer air ! You will see the difference at the pump!


    Posts of the Month
    See Steven MacKenzie's Post about a CJ-8 being pulled out of a friend's backyard after sitting for 20 years! Would be great to see a Junkyard Digs style revival and update! Steve, please keep us posted on this beauty.

    See Sara Shepard's New-to-her, classic Wagoneer Limited. This iconic Jeep was scooped up on FB marketplace and is getting the loving restoration it deserves.


    Photo Contest
    Share a photo clearly including your 2025 member sticker. Prizes will be provided for 1st and 2nd place. Photos will be submitted via the FB link. No FB ?, Email your photo to bod@delawareja.com and we will add it. Good luck everybody!


    Andy's Corner
    Words of wisdom - If you're married keep your Jeep nice enough your better half will ride in it but not nice enough they want to drive it without you. If you cross this line you will find out how fast "your Jeep" becomes "our Jeep"


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  • June 7th & 8th- Members Appreciation Trail Ride at AOAA

    Quote from JKgray10

    How many rigs can fit on the group site? It looks like I can make the member ride but might need to book my own site if my truck with camper doesn't fit. As of now the site next to the group site is available.

    deadfeat is best for this question... But, here's a photo I took last year, I believe there were 2 power hookups (one by the tire tracks, one on the right corner of the pavilion) but room for probably 4 trailered rigs plus several more vehicles. The tire tracks are from Andy's bus, everything from the pavilion to the 146 sign should be our site.