Thanks for watching. It's 42" inches wide by 24" inches deep and 14 and 1/2" inches tall. Wood is 3/4" inch birch plywood for lightness and strength. Door is 1/2" inch thick.
@BushmanofYukon11 ай бұрын
Ok thank you👍
@BushmanofYukon11 ай бұрын
Nice work man. Looks good. So what are the exact dimensions of the box please. And thickness of plywood. My cherokee is in the shop getting an extreme overhaul so I'm unable to measure it. Thanks.
@jonahjohnson76602 жыл бұрын
Mabey longer bumpstops did the trick?
@zoexj48722 жыл бұрын
Hey Jonah, Ended up going with longer springs so they don't unseat. 7.5" Rubicon Express lift now.
@FerrariLamborghini242 жыл бұрын
What year did you use for the Ford Explorer cargo cover. Where did you get XJ hardware for the cargo cover
@zoexj48722 жыл бұрын
Hello, Sorry it took so long to answer. The cargo cover is from any Explorer from 96 to 2001. The hardware is from the earlier cherokees from about 87 to 93. The only modification was to cut the pull bar slightly shorter to fit in between the cherokee cargo hatch where it secures in the closed position.
@FerrariLamborghini242 жыл бұрын
@@zoexj4872 would u build one if I wanted to get one
@zoexj48722 жыл бұрын
@@FerrariLamborghini24 Thats a nice compliment. But I don't think it would be worth it for you. They're really easy to make. Just build a box, throw on some drawer slides and mount it using turnbuckle. ALOT CHEAPER if you do it.
@FerrariLamborghini242 жыл бұрын
@@zoexj4872 I meant the cargo cover part and the mounts for it to stay in place when it’s completely open as well not the box
@zoexj48722 жыл бұрын
@@FerrariLamborghini24 oh, sorry. The parts I used are not fabricated. you have to find them in junkyards or ebay.
@freeidaho-videos2 жыл бұрын
Limit Straps
@zoexj48722 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching. I have longer springs that don't unseat from the coil towers. Haven't popped out since.
@freeidaho-videos2 жыл бұрын
@@zoexj4872 Xcellent!
@Little.T.2 жыл бұрын
Great setup! I’m going to do something like this and should be good for trails and the shooting range
@zoexj48722 жыл бұрын
Thanks, man. Yeah we're pretty happy with it. Thanks for watching!
@larkinkelly37542 жыл бұрын
Wow it can flex, but that’s not usable travel as evidenced by the spring popping out and the tight brake line. Long arm setups flex like that without falling apart
@zoexj48722 жыл бұрын
Lol... I installed longer brake lines and longer coils. Now it flexes great and the coil doesn't pop out. Went to Moab a couple years ago and didn't lift a tire on the trails!
@alfredoraudi94272 жыл бұрын
Do You have the link of this lift kit?
@zoexj48722 жыл бұрын
Hello, It's still around... Search Rubicon Express RE 6200 short arm lift kit. After all these years, it still performs great on the trails. All replacement bushings are still available and just keep everything greased. Tracks like stock on the highway doing 80!
@moejr142 жыл бұрын
Which hood vents are those? They look super clean
@zoexj48722 жыл бұрын
The hood vents are old school for the XJs. They came off a 1980s Chrysler LeBaron Turbo. I agree they fit and look perfect for the square body XJ.
@moejr142 жыл бұрын
What psi do you run without bead locks
@zoexj48722 жыл бұрын
Hello, I usually run about 15 psi without bead locks. They were 33x12.50 r15 tires on 15x8 rims. The narrow rims hold the bead of the tire better at low pressure. A 10 inch wide rim would not hold the bead as well due to lower pressure.
@zoexj48722 жыл бұрын
I recently installed 35x12.50r17 on JK rims but haven't wheeled on it yet.
@ala86492 жыл бұрын
you are funny man, keep up the humor.
@zoexj48722 жыл бұрын
Humor makes life bearable! Thanks for watching.
@lmob692 жыл бұрын
Soooo nobody sees that the bump stop is not there???? If u have it on this will not happen
@zoexj48722 жыл бұрын
Hey bud, The stock bump stops were pretty short and were deteriorated and still wouldn't prevent the springs from popping out. I noticed that in the garage when I installed the drop brackets and was checking droop. I went to 7.5" springs and longer stops. Now they flex awesome and haven't popped out yet. Thanks for watching.
@moejr142 жыл бұрын
What’s sliders are those and what’s on your TB?
@zoexj48722 жыл бұрын
They're custom made and welded to the frame stiffeners by Rock and Road performance in Loomis, CA. TB?
@zoexj48722 жыл бұрын
LOL... Sorry. I just figured out TB is throttle body! Its a rubber distributor cover from a Fox body mustang with the old 5.0L engine. I had trouble with water ruining my TPS sensor so I added dielectric grease to the connections and modified the rubber boot to cover the whole thing. Works perfect.
@moejr142 жыл бұрын
Are those custom sliders?
@officialWWM2 жыл бұрын
Great design but wow, you’re carrying around a lot of weight! Oh, and thanks for telling my 7 year old Jeep enthusiast that there’s no Santa Clause :/
@williamfox85493 жыл бұрын
I think you saved me 700 bucks
@zoexj48723 жыл бұрын
Hey William, Lol, yeah I considered long arms but these were designed for heavy trail running from the start. People think their XJ can ride like a Cadillac if they go longarms. News flash... 101" wheelbase, straight axles , and unibody. With drop brackets I'm still using the factory four link geometry (five link with track bar) and can cruise at 80 on the freeway no problems. It flexes PLENTY for what I do and is rock solid. BTW, I'm now on 7.5" of lift and no regrets with drop brackets. If you go this route, be patient with the install. Leave ALL bolts loose so you can move and position the brackets as you go. Take your time, they're a pain in the behind but worth it! I ended up stitch welding the brackets to my frame stiffeners for strength Thanks for watching.
@bombdiggitydave38813 жыл бұрын
Your name is Randy? Hello, David here. Enjoyed another of your videos today, 2 for 2 . I like your mods, ingenuity and positive mental attitude. Make more videos so we can enjoy your creativity on your Jeep, and your ideas for improving it👍👍
@zoexj48723 жыл бұрын
Hi David, Thank you for the encouragement. I'll try and do more stuff. Just need to get some basic editing software and learn how to use it! Truth be told...laziness takes over and wins alot! Lol. Thanks again.
@bombdiggitydave38813 жыл бұрын
I just revisited your storage box build after a year or so ago watching it and being inspired. I just re-watched the diy overview and appreciated it all over again, then I thought about your heart scare you mentioned in the video and thought I haven't seen any new videos from this fella and so I looked in your playlist hoping to see something new posted and here is a muffler update on Zoe. Cool, at least your alive and on the other side of all the craziness of the last year or so. I don't know you or you me but thru Jeeps we are jeepfam. Glad you and Zoe are still kicking 🤪🤗
@zoexj48723 жыл бұрын
Hey David, Yeah I'm ok. Thanks for your concern. I really haven't done much to her except get the steering done and the new muffler. Oh, and added 35s on JK wheels. Maybe time for another walkaround.
@BigCityyy3 жыл бұрын
Nice. I upload similar content. Love your panning. What camera you using?
@rodgerrockne82013 жыл бұрын
Change the title please. It's not Ely.
@zoexj48723 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Got my videos mixed up.
@tca_813 жыл бұрын
Great video and sense of humour 😀. Thanks for sharing! Your design is really clever and I think that’s probably how I’d go about myself when I purchase the right XJ. I like how it’s something removable if you’re going to trade it for another XJ but sturdy enough that it’s not moving around or loose in any way. Great solution!
@zoexj48723 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching! I appreciate your time. Good luck with an XJ.
@samahmed33733 жыл бұрын
Where can I get
@astyisda79493 жыл бұрын
That is the xj cherokee, you fuckn idiot.....
@hopefloats75733 жыл бұрын
I run the Metalcloak springs with long arms. It's a more stable spring and it's about 2" longer.
@zoexj48723 жыл бұрын
I see alot of Wranglers run Metalcloak. How do you like it and how's the performance? Which longarms do you run? Time to upgrade mine.
@hopefloats75733 жыл бұрын
@@zoexj4872 The arms are RC but I'm running Iron Rock rear springs and Fox shocks. The Metalcloak springs have a tight coil pack at the top that stabilizes the spring. Ride is good, plenty of flex and enough wheel travel to run desert washes. I also have the Currie swaybar.
@zoexj48723 жыл бұрын
@@hopefloats7573 Sounds sick. You should do a walkaround. Currie swaybars worth the cost?
@hopefloats75733 жыл бұрын
@@zoexj4872 There is one on TrailRecon ' s site and there are about 45 videos of the build on BleepinJeep. The solar panel on the roof, the Dometic fridge and the hydro steering have all come after these videos. Working on a camping trailer right now.
@hopefloats75733 жыл бұрын
@@zoexj4872 Is say "yes" on the Currie bar but my budget wasn't very restrictive. It is a bit pricy.
@jlr07993 жыл бұрын
thats a steal on those stickers! i'll take three! nice job on the trunk.
@zoexj48723 жыл бұрын
Haha...thanks for watching!
@little_basturd97673 жыл бұрын
Hey I recently found your channel off of an XJ vid, I see you haven’t posted in over a year. I hope you’re doing well, how’s the Xj holding up?
@zoexj48723 жыл бұрын
What's up LB? Thanks for asking. Yeah, all is good, but having knee problems. Possible surgery down the road. Haven't traveled cause of covid and no mods added to the XJ. But she still runs every day. Looking to regear the axles and go to 35s and more armor. Take care and stay safe! Thanks again.
@bombdiggitydave38813 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing your bugout kit and for pulling out all your items you had so perfectly organized.
@zoexj48723 жыл бұрын
Thank you for taking the time to watch the video. Stay safe.
@richfisherman26643 жыл бұрын
Were are you trailing at
@zoexj48723 жыл бұрын
Hi. We were at a 4wd park named Prairie City near Folsom, CA.
@richfisherman26643 жыл бұрын
And a bigger self tapping bolt for your coil spring retainer
@zoexj48723 жыл бұрын
got em.
@richfisherman26643 жыл бұрын
Put a longer spring bump stops
@zoexj48723 жыл бұрын
Hey bud. yeah, I put longer bump stops on since I swapped out the 4.5" coils with 7.5" ones. Raised the rear too with a shackle relocation kit.
@richfisherman26643 жыл бұрын
@@zoexj4872 nice are you going to post a video
@JacobEcret Жыл бұрын
@@zoexj4872 7.5 on short arm with drop brackets or long arms?
@zoexj4872 Жыл бұрын
@@JacobEcret It's on brackets with adjustable short arms.
@JacobEcret Жыл бұрын
@@zoexj4872 dang, and it still rides pretty good?
@hunterdavis16633 жыл бұрын
Really nice setup ! I mean gear and all! I'm setting my ZJ Up the same way always need to be prepared especially this day n age!
@zoexj48723 жыл бұрын
Thanks Hunter! I appreciate you watching. You just never know what will come your way. Take care and be safe!
@davidtate3293 жыл бұрын
Can you post exact deminsons and materials list please? Perfect video by the way.
@marcusalancate17824 жыл бұрын
Sir, what is your opinion of the Easter Bunny and the Tooth Fairy if you don't believe in Santa? I really liked your video and the drop down lid. Lots of useful gear in the ammo cans! Stay safe.
@zoexj48724 жыл бұрын
Marcus, Thanks for watching. In my opinion, the Easter bunny is a hare underated, and trying to get money from the Tooth fairy is like pulling teeth.
@marcusalancate17824 жыл бұрын
HAHAHA! THATS FUNNY!
@brockxxxxsamson4 жыл бұрын
i wanna know what happened with the crowbar!
@zoexj48724 жыл бұрын
Oh. LOL. I think my finger hit the stop button. Sorry. I was going to say I used a 5 foot long crowbar to check wheel bearing play and ball joint movement when it was on Jack stands. Gives you more leverage to move the wheel assembly up and down when visually inspecting for loose components. Thanks for watching.
@JesusMartinez-fr6bo4 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@JesusMartinez-fr6bo4 жыл бұрын
How did it work?
@zoexj48724 жыл бұрын
Hi Jesus, It really helped to let the hot air escape. It keeps the hoses, belts, and sensors at a reasonable temperature. The only way to keep your vehicle from overheating is to just maintain your cooling system and make sure it all works well together. Air in the system is a big problem and cause the lower radiator hose to collapse. So making sure the cooling system is bled properly and always topped off is a plus. The hood vents score big points for bling.
@zoexj48724 жыл бұрын
Sorry. Replied to wrong video. The waterproofing helped alot to keep the connections working properly. Haven't had a problem since. One thing I learned is to use OEM sensors when possible. Parts store stuff sucks as far as sensors go. Your engine relies on quality and accurate sensors.
@billlagudas4 жыл бұрын
What was your setup this time? Lift size/shocks/springs/tire size etc?
@_cameraboy4 жыл бұрын
I was about to say that the flip door would make a great tailgate or cooking surface, then you slid out a full kitchen table...well play'd.
@zoexj48724 жыл бұрын
LOL, Now if I could just find a better way to keep the sliding table open.
@travisrscott754 жыл бұрын
Use your clevis pins to hold the table open as well as holding it closed
@zoexj48724 жыл бұрын
Hey Travis, Yeah I thought about that, but the slides telescope out from each other and I can't drill into the slides to screw in an eye hook. Otherwise the slides won't work. Thanks for watching and commenting.
@travisrscott754 жыл бұрын
@@zoexj4872 how about a parts list for your project I love your design dimensions and such?
@northwesthappz50334 жыл бұрын
Would like to know how you added that cargo cover I used to have a 94 ford explore a couple of years ago I still have the cargo cover and now I have a 99 jeep xj I would like to install on. Any tips?
@zoexj48724 жыл бұрын
Hey Gabriel, Yeah, so check out my other video titled "my XJ Cherokee walkaround part 2." About 7 minutes and 20 seconds into the video I talk about the cover install. One thing I forgot to mention was I removed the original metal grab bar that you grab hold of to pull out. I replaced it with an aluminum rod trimmed to fit the narrower Cherokee hatch opening. I'll try and do a better video showing how easy it is. Keep an eye out at the junk yard for the stock XJ pieces that hold the cargo cover in place. I believe you can still get some on the internet. Take care and thanks for watching.
@northwesthappz50334 жыл бұрын
@zoexj thank you will check that out
@ericmoss83444 жыл бұрын
HATE those Allen head bolts. Used this Solid 8.25 cover on my '01 XJ ~ 1 year back... had a bear of a time getting all those bolts to line up and go in. Replaced the gear oil this past weekend and couldn't get 3 of those bolts to line up anymore. Ended up not using 3 of the bolts this time... knock on wood, the LubeLocker is doing it's job and no leaks as of 2 days driving. We'll see how long it holds up. I'm getting rid of the Solid cover (heavy as hell!! and a few of the bolt holes are a mm or 2 off from the differential). I'll use something else next go around... Great job on your install!!
@zoexj48724 жыл бұрын
Hey bud, LOL, yeah I had a hell of a time that I didn't show on camera getting that heavy cover lined up too. So it's not just me that feels the same way. I'd go with ruff stuff next time. One of the bolts felt like it was starting to cross thread, but no leaks yet. Time for another oil change soon. Take care and thanks for watching!
@ericmoss83444 жыл бұрын
@@zoexj4872 good luck on your next gear oil change. My next time I'm going to try another maker and chase out all the bolt hole and re-tap as needed before installing the new cover. Still not sure who I'll use. If mine starts leaking soon I'll have to make that decision sooner rather than later. :) Thanks for posting your vid!!
@zoexj48724 жыл бұрын
@@ericmoss8344 Keep on jeeping, Eric.
@kdigiacomo3 жыл бұрын
A lot, meaning most, of people have talked about how the holes don't line up on these covers and they have to bore them out to actually fit. At least they are cheaper. Now I'm considering the Poison Spider ones and paint the spider. *Poison for the front 30 and not sure about the rear yet. I didn't specify in my comment.
@V8AmericanMuscleCar4 жыл бұрын
Nice Jeep! 33s?
@zoexj48724 жыл бұрын
Thanks, man. Yep 33s for now. I recently went higher to 7.5" of lift and want to go 37s, but I have to upgrade the axles.
@MajorWeakness4 жыл бұрын
Very nice, thanks for the video
@zoexj48724 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching, sir. Appreciate your comments.
@ProjectXJ5 жыл бұрын
Nice flex!
@zoexj48725 жыл бұрын
Thanks, bro. I'm in the process of putting on crossover steering to reduce binding.
@ProjectXJ5 жыл бұрын
@@zoexj4872 what kit did you get? I went with stinkyfab solid Aluminum with TRE's. Other than contacting the diff cover, it works well. :)
@zoexj48725 жыл бұрын
@@ProjectXJ , I was thinking of that kit, the Cavfab, and a guy in Tennessee called BK fabworks. I went with Bk fabworks. A guy in my neighborhood runs it, and he likes it. Still waiting for delivery. Also going taller with coils and adding a couple leaves with relocation brackets in back.
@ProjectXJ5 жыл бұрын
@@zoexj4872 I am not a fan of the heim joints. I think they wear fast and I don't like having one bolt holding everything together, but I know a lot of people run it and like it.
@zoexj48725 жыл бұрын
@@ProjectXJ , Yeah, I felt the same way since it would be easier to replace Chevy tie rods almost anywhere, but if this setup is problematic then I'll go a different route.
@Whiteandsonsgarage5 жыл бұрын
Great looking xj mate, what have you done to it?
@zoexj48725 жыл бұрын
Hello, Thank you for watching. It's a 1996 with 4.0L and automatic transmission. Dana 30 with Lokka locker and HD 5-760X u-joints. Chrysler 8.25 with stock internals in the rear. NP231 with SYE and Adams driveshafts. Custom transmission crossmember and skid plate. Rubicon Express 4.5 inch lift with drop brackets stitch welded to unibody frame stiffeners and custom rock sliders welded in. Home made swaybar disconnects, Chrysler LeBaron hood vents, ZJ clutch fan and tie rod. Trimmed fenders for 33 inch BFG KO2s on Mickey Thompson wheels. Going to upgrade to 7.5 inch coils, thicker leaf spring packs, and crossover steering with over the axle track bar. Also going to install an Aussi locker for the rear. Take care!
@Whiteandsonsgarage5 жыл бұрын
Zoe XJ dam mate, definitely well set up, I should of just asked what you haven’t done... cheers mate
@zoexj48725 жыл бұрын
@@Whiteandsonsgarage, LOL. Thank you. Now if I just had the courage to wheel her like it should be wheeled!
@Whiteandsonsgarage5 жыл бұрын
Zoe XJ yeah I know exactly how you feel
@CmimbsGaming5 жыл бұрын
What is the tire specs i know bfg but size?
@zoexj48725 жыл бұрын
Howdy. They're only 33inches, but I buckled the front fenders slightly even with extended bumpstops. Time to trim more fender!
@justjsse89175 жыл бұрын
" I just need lockers, maybe body armor to, and sliders... prolly front and back bumper to" hahahaaha typical xj owner right there. I'm slowly building my 92 xj
@zoexj48725 жыл бұрын
Hey Jesse, Thanks for checking us out and commenting. Hope things are good in your neck of the woods. Rock on...
@ProjectXJ5 жыл бұрын
The XJ has come a long way in 4 years. :)
@ProjectXJ5 жыл бұрын
I have a few new parts to install right now, just sitting next to my bed. New one ton steering, HD steering box spacer, synergy ball joints and C Gussets. Just need the time to get it done!
@zoexj48725 жыл бұрын
Yes sir. Saving up for long arms, OTK steering, and a Detroit locker like yours. Some places say they are not as strong as they used to be. Any thoughts? I know you run it.
@ProjectXJ5 жыл бұрын
@@zoexj4872 I haven't had any problems with mine. There is also the Yukon Grizzly locker which is the same thing just different brand. I have a friend running that front and rear and he likes it. Honestly I think either one is great!
@ProjectXJ5 жыл бұрын
@@zoexj4872 I think you will really like the long arms! I need to get some frame stiffeners like you have. I just need the money and the time. I have to cut off my sliders in order to install them, and I welded on my track bar bracket so that will have to come off as well. Then I will have to get the long arm brackets on again. I hear its not that hard but just a lot of work. Its on my short list of upgrades though!
@zoexj48725 жыл бұрын
Wow. You have some fun work ahead of you too. Thanks for all the info. I look forward to more of your vids. Thanks again , bud. Take care.
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Thanks for watching. It's 42" inches wide by 24" inches deep and 14 and 1/2" inches tall. Wood is 3/4" inch birch plywood for lightness and strength. Door is 1/2" inch thick.
Ok thank you👍
Nice work man. Looks good. So what are the exact dimensions of the box please. And thickness of plywood. My cherokee is in the shop getting an extreme overhaul so I'm unable to measure it. Thanks.
Mabey longer bumpstops did the trick?
Hey Jonah, Ended up going with longer springs so they don't unseat. 7.5" Rubicon Express lift now.
What year did you use for the Ford Explorer cargo cover. Where did you get XJ hardware for the cargo cover
Hello, Sorry it took so long to answer. The cargo cover is from any Explorer from 96 to 2001. The hardware is from the earlier cherokees from about 87 to 93. The only modification was to cut the pull bar slightly shorter to fit in between the cherokee cargo hatch where it secures in the closed position.
@@zoexj4872 would u build one if I wanted to get one
@@FerrariLamborghini24 Thats a nice compliment. But I don't think it would be worth it for you. They're really easy to make. Just build a box, throw on some drawer slides and mount it using turnbuckle. ALOT CHEAPER if you do it.
@@zoexj4872 I meant the cargo cover part and the mounts for it to stay in place when it’s completely open as well not the box
@@FerrariLamborghini24 oh, sorry. The parts I used are not fabricated. you have to find them in junkyards or ebay.
Limit Straps
Thanks for watching. I have longer springs that don't unseat from the coil towers. Haven't popped out since.
@@zoexj4872 Xcellent!
Great setup! I’m going to do something like this and should be good for trails and the shooting range
Thanks, man. Yeah we're pretty happy with it. Thanks for watching!
Wow it can flex, but that’s not usable travel as evidenced by the spring popping out and the tight brake line. Long arm setups flex like that without falling apart
Lol... I installed longer brake lines and longer coils. Now it flexes great and the coil doesn't pop out. Went to Moab a couple years ago and didn't lift a tire on the trails!
Do You have the link of this lift kit?
Hello, It's still around... Search Rubicon Express RE 6200 short arm lift kit. After all these years, it still performs great on the trails. All replacement bushings are still available and just keep everything greased. Tracks like stock on the highway doing 80!
Which hood vents are those? They look super clean
The hood vents are old school for the XJs. They came off a 1980s Chrysler LeBaron Turbo. I agree they fit and look perfect for the square body XJ.
What psi do you run without bead locks
Hello, I usually run about 15 psi without bead locks. They were 33x12.50 r15 tires on 15x8 rims. The narrow rims hold the bead of the tire better at low pressure. A 10 inch wide rim would not hold the bead as well due to lower pressure.
I recently installed 35x12.50r17 on JK rims but haven't wheeled on it yet.
you are funny man, keep up the humor.
Humor makes life bearable! Thanks for watching.
Soooo nobody sees that the bump stop is not there???? If u have it on this will not happen
Hey bud, The stock bump stops were pretty short and were deteriorated and still wouldn't prevent the springs from popping out. I noticed that in the garage when I installed the drop brackets and was checking droop. I went to 7.5" springs and longer stops. Now they flex awesome and haven't popped out yet. Thanks for watching.
What’s sliders are those and what’s on your TB?
They're custom made and welded to the frame stiffeners by Rock and Road performance in Loomis, CA. TB?
LOL... Sorry. I just figured out TB is throttle body! Its a rubber distributor cover from a Fox body mustang with the old 5.0L engine. I had trouble with water ruining my TPS sensor so I added dielectric grease to the connections and modified the rubber boot to cover the whole thing. Works perfect.
Are those custom sliders?
Great design but wow, you’re carrying around a lot of weight! Oh, and thanks for telling my 7 year old Jeep enthusiast that there’s no Santa Clause :/
I think you saved me 700 bucks
Hey William, Lol, yeah I considered long arms but these were designed for heavy trail running from the start. People think their XJ can ride like a Cadillac if they go longarms. News flash... 101" wheelbase, straight axles , and unibody. With drop brackets I'm still using the factory four link geometry (five link with track bar) and can cruise at 80 on the freeway no problems. It flexes PLENTY for what I do and is rock solid. BTW, I'm now on 7.5" of lift and no regrets with drop brackets. If you go this route, be patient with the install. Leave ALL bolts loose so you can move and position the brackets as you go. Take your time, they're a pain in the behind but worth it! I ended up stitch welding the brackets to my frame stiffeners for strength Thanks for watching.
Your name is Randy? Hello, David here. Enjoyed another of your videos today, 2 for 2 . I like your mods, ingenuity and positive mental attitude. Make more videos so we can enjoy your creativity on your Jeep, and your ideas for improving it👍👍
Hi David, Thank you for the encouragement. I'll try and do more stuff. Just need to get some basic editing software and learn how to use it! Truth be told...laziness takes over and wins alot! Lol. Thanks again.
I just revisited your storage box build after a year or so ago watching it and being inspired. I just re-watched the diy overview and appreciated it all over again, then I thought about your heart scare you mentioned in the video and thought I haven't seen any new videos from this fella and so I looked in your playlist hoping to see something new posted and here is a muffler update on Zoe. Cool, at least your alive and on the other side of all the craziness of the last year or so. I don't know you or you me but thru Jeeps we are jeepfam. Glad you and Zoe are still kicking 🤪🤗
Hey David, Yeah I'm ok. Thanks for your concern. I really haven't done much to her except get the steering done and the new muffler. Oh, and added 35s on JK wheels. Maybe time for another walkaround.
Nice. I upload similar content. Love your panning. What camera you using?
Change the title please. It's not Ely.
Thanks! Got my videos mixed up.
Great video and sense of humour 😀. Thanks for sharing! Your design is really clever and I think that’s probably how I’d go about myself when I purchase the right XJ. I like how it’s something removable if you’re going to trade it for another XJ but sturdy enough that it’s not moving around or loose in any way. Great solution!
Thank you for watching! I appreciate your time. Good luck with an XJ.
Where can I get
That is the xj cherokee, you fuckn idiot.....
I run the Metalcloak springs with long arms. It's a more stable spring and it's about 2" longer.
I see alot of Wranglers run Metalcloak. How do you like it and how's the performance? Which longarms do you run? Time to upgrade mine.
@@zoexj4872 The arms are RC but I'm running Iron Rock rear springs and Fox shocks. The Metalcloak springs have a tight coil pack at the top that stabilizes the spring. Ride is good, plenty of flex and enough wheel travel to run desert washes. I also have the Currie swaybar.
@@hopefloats7573 Sounds sick. You should do a walkaround. Currie swaybars worth the cost?
@@zoexj4872 There is one on TrailRecon ' s site and there are about 45 videos of the build on BleepinJeep. The solar panel on the roof, the Dometic fridge and the hydro steering have all come after these videos. Working on a camping trailer right now.
@@zoexj4872 Is say "yes" on the Currie bar but my budget wasn't very restrictive. It is a bit pricy.
thats a steal on those stickers! i'll take three! nice job on the trunk.
Haha...thanks for watching!
Hey I recently found your channel off of an XJ vid, I see you haven’t posted in over a year. I hope you’re doing well, how’s the Xj holding up?
What's up LB? Thanks for asking. Yeah, all is good, but having knee problems. Possible surgery down the road. Haven't traveled cause of covid and no mods added to the XJ. But she still runs every day. Looking to regear the axles and go to 35s and more armor. Take care and stay safe! Thanks again.
Thanks for sharing your bugout kit and for pulling out all your items you had so perfectly organized.
Thank you for taking the time to watch the video. Stay safe.
Were are you trailing at
Hi. We were at a 4wd park named Prairie City near Folsom, CA.
And a bigger self tapping bolt for your coil spring retainer
got em.
Put a longer spring bump stops
Hey bud. yeah, I put longer bump stops on since I swapped out the 4.5" coils with 7.5" ones. Raised the rear too with a shackle relocation kit.
@@zoexj4872 nice are you going to post a video
@@zoexj4872 7.5 on short arm with drop brackets or long arms?
@@JacobEcret It's on brackets with adjustable short arms.
@@zoexj4872 dang, and it still rides pretty good?
Really nice setup ! I mean gear and all! I'm setting my ZJ Up the same way always need to be prepared especially this day n age!
Thanks Hunter! I appreciate you watching. You just never know what will come your way. Take care and be safe!
Can you post exact deminsons and materials list please? Perfect video by the way.
Sir, what is your opinion of the Easter Bunny and the Tooth Fairy if you don't believe in Santa? I really liked your video and the drop down lid. Lots of useful gear in the ammo cans! Stay safe.
Marcus, Thanks for watching. In my opinion, the Easter bunny is a hare underated, and trying to get money from the Tooth fairy is like pulling teeth.
HAHAHA! THATS FUNNY!
i wanna know what happened with the crowbar!
Oh. LOL. I think my finger hit the stop button. Sorry. I was going to say I used a 5 foot long crowbar to check wheel bearing play and ball joint movement when it was on Jack stands. Gives you more leverage to move the wheel assembly up and down when visually inspecting for loose components. Thanks for watching.
Thank you
How did it work?
Hi Jesus, It really helped to let the hot air escape. It keeps the hoses, belts, and sensors at a reasonable temperature. The only way to keep your vehicle from overheating is to just maintain your cooling system and make sure it all works well together. Air in the system is a big problem and cause the lower radiator hose to collapse. So making sure the cooling system is bled properly and always topped off is a plus. The hood vents score big points for bling.
Sorry. Replied to wrong video. The waterproofing helped alot to keep the connections working properly. Haven't had a problem since. One thing I learned is to use OEM sensors when possible. Parts store stuff sucks as far as sensors go. Your engine relies on quality and accurate sensors.
What was your setup this time? Lift size/shocks/springs/tire size etc?
I was about to say that the flip door would make a great tailgate or cooking surface, then you slid out a full kitchen table...well play'd.
LOL, Now if I could just find a better way to keep the sliding table open.
Use your clevis pins to hold the table open as well as holding it closed
Hey Travis, Yeah I thought about that, but the slides telescope out from each other and I can't drill into the slides to screw in an eye hook. Otherwise the slides won't work. Thanks for watching and commenting.
@@zoexj4872 how about a parts list for your project I love your design dimensions and such?
Would like to know how you added that cargo cover I used to have a 94 ford explore a couple of years ago I still have the cargo cover and now I have a 99 jeep xj I would like to install on. Any tips?
Hey Gabriel, Yeah, so check out my other video titled "my XJ Cherokee walkaround part 2." About 7 minutes and 20 seconds into the video I talk about the cover install. One thing I forgot to mention was I removed the original metal grab bar that you grab hold of to pull out. I replaced it with an aluminum rod trimmed to fit the narrower Cherokee hatch opening. I'll try and do a better video showing how easy it is. Keep an eye out at the junk yard for the stock XJ pieces that hold the cargo cover in place. I believe you can still get some on the internet. Take care and thanks for watching.
@zoexj thank you will check that out
HATE those Allen head bolts. Used this Solid 8.25 cover on my '01 XJ ~ 1 year back... had a bear of a time getting all those bolts to line up and go in. Replaced the gear oil this past weekend and couldn't get 3 of those bolts to line up anymore. Ended up not using 3 of the bolts this time... knock on wood, the LubeLocker is doing it's job and no leaks as of 2 days driving. We'll see how long it holds up. I'm getting rid of the Solid cover (heavy as hell!! and a few of the bolt holes are a mm or 2 off from the differential). I'll use something else next go around... Great job on your install!!
Hey bud, LOL, yeah I had a hell of a time that I didn't show on camera getting that heavy cover lined up too. So it's not just me that feels the same way. I'd go with ruff stuff next time. One of the bolts felt like it was starting to cross thread, but no leaks yet. Time for another oil change soon. Take care and thanks for watching!
@@zoexj4872 good luck on your next gear oil change. My next time I'm going to try another maker and chase out all the bolt hole and re-tap as needed before installing the new cover. Still not sure who I'll use. If mine starts leaking soon I'll have to make that decision sooner rather than later. :) Thanks for posting your vid!!
@@ericmoss8344 Keep on jeeping, Eric.
A lot, meaning most, of people have talked about how the holes don't line up on these covers and they have to bore them out to actually fit. At least they are cheaper. Now I'm considering the Poison Spider ones and paint the spider. *Poison for the front 30 and not sure about the rear yet. I didn't specify in my comment.
Nice Jeep! 33s?
Thanks, man. Yep 33s for now. I recently went higher to 7.5" of lift and want to go 37s, but I have to upgrade the axles.
Very nice, thanks for the video
Thank you for watching, sir. Appreciate your comments.
Nice flex!
Thanks, bro. I'm in the process of putting on crossover steering to reduce binding.
@@zoexj4872 what kit did you get? I went with stinkyfab solid Aluminum with TRE's. Other than contacting the diff cover, it works well. :)
@@ProjectXJ , I was thinking of that kit, the Cavfab, and a guy in Tennessee called BK fabworks. I went with Bk fabworks. A guy in my neighborhood runs it, and he likes it. Still waiting for delivery. Also going taller with coils and adding a couple leaves with relocation brackets in back.
@@zoexj4872 I am not a fan of the heim joints. I think they wear fast and I don't like having one bolt holding everything together, but I know a lot of people run it and like it.
@@ProjectXJ , Yeah, I felt the same way since it would be easier to replace Chevy tie rods almost anywhere, but if this setup is problematic then I'll go a different route.
Great looking xj mate, what have you done to it?
Hello, Thank you for watching. It's a 1996 with 4.0L and automatic transmission. Dana 30 with Lokka locker and HD 5-760X u-joints. Chrysler 8.25 with stock internals in the rear. NP231 with SYE and Adams driveshafts. Custom transmission crossmember and skid plate. Rubicon Express 4.5 inch lift with drop brackets stitch welded to unibody frame stiffeners and custom rock sliders welded in. Home made swaybar disconnects, Chrysler LeBaron hood vents, ZJ clutch fan and tie rod. Trimmed fenders for 33 inch BFG KO2s on Mickey Thompson wheels. Going to upgrade to 7.5 inch coils, thicker leaf spring packs, and crossover steering with over the axle track bar. Also going to install an Aussi locker for the rear. Take care!
Zoe XJ dam mate, definitely well set up, I should of just asked what you haven’t done... cheers mate
@@Whiteandsonsgarage, LOL. Thank you. Now if I just had the courage to wheel her like it should be wheeled!
Zoe XJ yeah I know exactly how you feel
What is the tire specs i know bfg but size?
Howdy. They're only 33inches, but I buckled the front fenders slightly even with extended bumpstops. Time to trim more fender!
" I just need lockers, maybe body armor to, and sliders... prolly front and back bumper to" hahahaaha typical xj owner right there. I'm slowly building my 92 xj
Hey Jesse, Thanks for checking us out and commenting. Hope things are good in your neck of the woods. Rock on...
The XJ has come a long way in 4 years. :)
I have a few new parts to install right now, just sitting next to my bed. New one ton steering, HD steering box spacer, synergy ball joints and C Gussets. Just need the time to get it done!
Yes sir. Saving up for long arms, OTK steering, and a Detroit locker like yours. Some places say they are not as strong as they used to be. Any thoughts? I know you run it.
@@zoexj4872 I haven't had any problems with mine. There is also the Yukon Grizzly locker which is the same thing just different brand. I have a friend running that front and rear and he likes it. Honestly I think either one is great!
@@zoexj4872 I think you will really like the long arms! I need to get some frame stiffeners like you have. I just need the money and the time. I have to cut off my sliders in order to install them, and I welded on my track bar bracket so that will have to come off as well. Then I will have to get the long arm brackets on again. I hear its not that hard but just a lot of work. Its on my short list of upgrades though!
Wow. You have some fun work ahead of you too. Thanks for all the info. I look forward to more of your vids. Thanks again , bud. Take care.