October 30, 2011

Just the two front seat covers from Iggee this weekend. I went with them over noprene because they apparently do not fade (can be conditioned), are waterproof, won't absorb smells, and feel nicer (personal pref.).

Here's what I recommend:
1) Order from eBay store for best prices
2) Send them pictures of your seats with the handle holes, and follow-up before they start cutting
3) If you can, remove your seats to install these covers

Pros:
* look great, do not feel cheap at all
* appear to last a long time (jeeper reviews)
* affordable
* seats feel a little cushier, since the covers have some padding
* great customer service, called me back to confirm that they have reviewed the photos of my seats and were sending to be cut the next day
* fedex shipping, received them within 12 days

Cons:
* I would prefer thicker straps that can be tightened more, instead of rubber bands
* Sides of the front seats are hard to tightened and have stay flat (without folds) - no big deal
* If you break a rubber band you'd done
* If you don't cut the wholes for the headrests you're SOL (but this is very easy)

All in all I couldn't be much happier with the product and service, let's see how it pans out.

NOTE: I have a 10% discount which I can send over to anyone interested in getting these covers, PM me.




My original post on JK-Forum can be found here: http://www.jk-forum.com/showthread.php?201521-Iggee-Seat-Covers-Product-and-Installation-Review

October 28, 2011

Parking Break Bypass (DIY) with Relay

I had to install my second HU last week due to some unfortunate events, but noticed that in my original write-up I did not include how to set-up the parking break bypass. Hope this helps.

NOTE: use this FIY but please do not use this to play videos while driving.

For those who aren't familiar with these, they basically trick your stereo into thinking that your parking break is on, thus allowing you to unlock functionality such as watching video when you may otherwise not have the handbreak on.

Basically you need:

  • 12 Volt Relay (from your nearest auto store) [6 ft plenty]
  • 4 (+ 2 spare) female spade connectors
  • Heat-shrink electrical connectors

 


Basically just wire it as per my diagram below, and remember to test it out before bolting the stereo back in. GL.




My original post on JK-Forum can be found here: http://www.jk-forum.com/showthread.php?201959-Parking-Break-Bypass-(DIY)-with-Relay

September 21, 2011

JK Jeep: Engine Diagram with Labelled Parts


  1. Battery
  2. Fuse Box
  3. Air Intake System
  4. ?
  5. EGR Tube
  6. PCV Hose
  7. Air Intake Temperature Sensor
  8. Power Steering Pump
  9. Power Steering Reservoir
  10. Radiator Cap
  11. Radiator Hose
  12. Alternator
  13. Air Conditioning Line
  14. ?
  15. ?
  16. Powertrain Control Module
  17. Washer Bottle
  18. Brake Vacuum Booster
  19. Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir/Clutch Reservoir
  20. Anti-lock Brake System Uni
  21. ?
  22. Coolant Bottle
Note, this was done with the help of the JK-Forum members, my original post can be found here: http://www.jk-forum.com/showthread.php?196499-Engine-Diagram-What-s-what....

September 9, 2011

CB Antenna Mount Installation

I have the rubicon mud tires and just installed the Teraflex CB mount. I have a 3" firestick II antenna with it

I installed it both on the bottom-driver side of the tire carried and the top-passenger side. In both cases the mount is too far inside of the rim and the antenna hits the tire (enough to bend it about 1/2 inch at the top of the tire).

I decided to get some rubber bushings (about 1" wide) and place then between the carrier and the spare tire to push it away from the car. Worked out well.

You can see the tire is still touching the antenna, but minimally.









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