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I love 5.9 limited ZJs... but they're hard to find and starting to get spendy. That said, I wouldn't expect any ZJ or WJ (even the 4.0s) to get great MPG. As I just posted, I really don't like 4.0 WJs, but I'm biased. If you're 100% opposed to a 4.7 because of the valve seat issue, then I'd...

I just really don't like the 4.0 in the WJ. It's underpowered for the platform (it's adequate at best in a lighter XJ) and the WJ was all about being luxurious and powerful (for it's time) before that was a common thing in SUVs. Also, the auto trans in the 4.0 WJs is hot garbage (it's not the...

Thanks! I previously had a small "adventure" teardrop which I also loved, but overall I like the FWC better. The nicest thing about the teardrop was the whole kitchen being "outside" and at ground level... but as you can see I've figured out how to do almost all of my cooking outside w/ the...

Let's not debate whether or not "skottles" are worth it (there's already a thread for that), or focus on alternative "better" cooking methods here. Let's just share our favorite things to cook on the skottle. I'll start with a few that are my "go-to" favorites: Peppercorn Crusted Steaks with...

-TJ

Welcome to the States! I'm a big fan of WJs myself, and have a rather built one. I could write a short (or not-so-short) novel on them, but the quicker version of my $0.02: look for a higher trim (Limited or Overland) 4.7 V8, preferably the 4.7 HO (all Overlands are HO). Yes, the 4.7 *does*...

You'll be okay with those distances if you plan for full-ish days of driving. As I mentioned when I did most of this route last year we had to push a bit higher speeds than I wanted (to be clear, not anything even close to approaching unsafe, or damaging to the trails... just not relaxed taking...

I've run that route many times years ago, just wasn't sure if it's clear yet. -TJ

I gave some thoughts on what you might want to share to help us with our suggestions here: If you're going to ask "what vehicle is best..." That said, I'm super-biased and love WJs. ZJs are a good option too, but most everything got better in the WJ (electrical, susp design, brakes, trans...

Can one make it from the Little Town of Washington all the way to Bowman? -TJ

So, it's starting to look like I might be able to make *some* of this trip. As I posted earlier I've done most of Idaho BDR and it's simply amazing. I've read through the thread (a few times) and still don't have a good feel for exactly when you're doing the IBDR, and when you're doing the...

Yup, it might seem cheesy and Broverlandy, but it's suuuuuuuuuper useful. -TJ

Perfect height/stance for a WJ! -TJ

That's an awesome rig for high school. I drove a '84 Chevy Cavalier in HS. ;) You're doing great. You probably can run a 2" without a DS swap, but really with WJs you're not going to be able to run much (if any) more tire at 2" than .75" level. But if you're just trying to minimize rubbing...

Thanks, I'll dig up a pic when it was at the 4" lift with stock driveshafts, axles etc. too. If you have anything other than the DC then you *should* upgrade to a DC at 3" or above. This was on an Iron Rock Offroad 4" (or was it 4.5") Rock Link front long arm, rear was stock arms with...

I have a Fourwheel Camper on my solid axle swapped '11 Silverado 2500HD. For the most part, it's fine. However, down Southeast of Joshua Tree I got into some sections that had heavy OHV (think RZRs) use. It created weird chatter bumps that were staggered left-right-left-right-left-right...

How are you finding the side-to-side chucking on the trail with the weight up high? -TJ

Np. Also, I misspelled cardan in my first post. ;) If you get a good pic of your front DS I can ID it. -TJ PS- this is my WJ:

Which 4wd system do you have (Quadra-Trac I, Quadra-Trac II, Selec-Trac, or Quadra-Drive)? The 4wd system you have, and year, determine what front driveshaft you have. It gets a bit convoluted, and the best way to figure it out is just to visually ID it. This should help: WJ Driveshaft...

This set: Camping Cookware Set 304 Stainless Steel 8-Piece Pots & Pans I like that a lot. I paid a good bit more for what I use, and while I like it a lot I'm not sure it was "necessary." I added the colander/strainer thingy (which also works for steaming veggies) and if I nest that with it...