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WELCOME TO GREAT LAKES JEEP THING
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Thank you to all who attended to make Toys for Tots another huge success!!!
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| Just Installed : High Voltage Coil and Livewires |
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 redrum writes "More power! More power! As I embark on my journey to build my 2011 JK, two things come to my mind as the new equipment is added. Power and gas mileage. My Jeep is my daily driver so this simply cannot be overlooked. My JK is a 2 door automatic currently running 32" muds and my fuel economy is about 14.5-15 mpg. Ouch! I intend to lift it 3.5" and roll 33" x 12.5"/ 15. So I did my homework and discovered Performance Distributors. Their firepower ignition promises to increase power and efficiency. So I contacted them and after a conversation with the ignition guru, they offered to sponsor the parts for my project. In 2 days time I received the package.
The install:
Went off without a hitch. First removed the old wires, coil and plugs. The three plugs on the left were a little difficult to access but a socket extension helped. The new plugs were gapped to .065 and installed. (Performance Distributors recommends Autolite platinum spark plugs)
Next the new coil was attached right to the factory mount.
Used the same 2 bolts. The Demon is high voltage for a complete burn and has brass terminals for the best conductivity.
Finally, the Livewires were installed. It is crucial that these are installed exactly as the originals were plug to coil. The high voltage of the new coil requires a heavier wire. These are 8mm thick and covered by heat treated fiberglass protected up to 1400 degrees F. Unlike many aftermarket wires, these are custom fit and are numbered for the correct cylinders. They come in a variety of colors.
The finished product and the vehicle.
Beginning to end the install took about an hour and a half.
Everything fit just as it should. No problems.
Immediately I could feel the difference in the power. Quicker and much smoother acceleration. As for the fuel economy, it was short ride back and the average economy was up almost 2 mpg. I will continue to monitor this and will update in the near future. But even 2 mpg means 36 more miles from a tank of gas. 2 1/2 gallons in my Jeep or roughly $8.00 a tank.
The cost of the complete firepower kit is $188.00 through Performance Distributors.
I would like to thank Steve at Performance Distributors of Memphis, Tennessee for his expertise and assistance.
Check them out at Performancedistributors.com
I would also like to thank Chris at AD Automotive in Joliet, Illinois for his exceptional service on the install.
Give them a call for any automotive need. 815-744-3700
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Posted by Imperial07 on Saturday, February 19 @ 00:27:58 CST (334 reads)
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 2011 EVENTS
GLJT Newbie Run Saturday May 7nd - Badlands Off-Road Park - Attica, IN
Newbie Run is our 1st club event of the year. It gives people , who are new to the hobby or are just checking it out , the opportunity to get out and see what their off-road vehicle can do. We encourage everyone to come out for this event whether you are brand new to the hobby or have been wheeling for 10 years. There is always something new to learn or share with the group. This is a free event, excluding park admission. Bring your own lunch or stop by the snack shack in the lower parking lot.
GLJT Show N Shine Saturday June 4 - Tilted Kilt - Chicago Ridge, IL
Show –N- Shine is our 2nd event of the year. While there is no wheeling, this is a chance to get together with some friends and other enthusiasts to check out other’s rigs while getting some ideas for your own. More information will be posted as the date gets closer this event is also free. We’ll also be doing a raffle so you could have an opportunity to win cool stuff.
Summer Bash August 12th,13th and 14th - Badlands Off-Road Park - Attica, IN
Summerbash is our weekend long event full of off-roading and camping. This event is for all experience levels from Newbie to Hardcore. More information will be posted about this event as it gets closer, so keep an eye on the forums.
GLJT Toys 4 Tots 4X4 parade - Date TBD
GLJT T4T is our biggest and most important event of the year. This is a 4x4 parade down Lake Shore Drive all the way to the Marine base on Foster. Seeing 200 plus 4x4's driving down Lake Shore Drive delivering toys to the Marine base is a sight to behold. Afterwards there is a GLJT after-party to celebrate a good cause. More information to be posted as it becomes available.
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 Ever think about beadlocks without the rings? Or without buying as whole new set of wheels? Click read more to get the rest of the story....
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Most of the 4x4 community has heard the rumors and talk of a new off road park opening in a small town very near to the Chicago area, Marseilles IL.
After more than a year of meetings in Springfield for DNR grants, and meetings with the residents and town board in Marseilles, the park is finally a reality. A lot of the thanks has to go to local enthusiasts who showed up in force weekend after weekend for trail and fence building.
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| Seems like these days everyone but me is into having their Jeep not only perform well, but look good as well. (click read more to view entire write-up)
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| How to Build a Coalition and Save a Recreation Area |
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By Del Albright, BlueRibbon Ambassador
I was nodding off with my chin resting on my chest when the meeting
speaker suddenly caught my attention. I hate it when that happens – he called out my name and asked me a
question. Of course, because I’d been lost in dreams of trails and mountains, I had no clue what the question
was. But my neighbor saved me and said, “Give your coalition speech.”
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Posted by on Friday, May 09 @ 14:46:53 CDT (1730 reads)
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| Missouri writes "Having a source of air at substantial pressures is important on the trail, whether it be for the use of air tools or reseating a bead. The CO2 tank is an alternative to compressors and air tank combo be it belt driven or electric. This portable source of air can be put together easily and inexpensively. I will describe how to put together a cost effective system and where to get the parts needed.
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Submitted by "notoriousDUG"
Exhaust manifold cracks have been a common problem on the Jeep 4.0L since they introduced the tubular exhaust manifold. There are very few 4.0 powered Jeeps out there that have been used hard that will not experience this problem if they haven't already. While not a huge or dangerous problem, the exhaust leak can get annoying. There are several good ways to fix the crack. You can remove the stock manifold and repair it, you can replace it with another stock unit (and have it crack to) or you can replace it with an aftermarket header. Repair is cheapest, about $20 in gaskets. The next option is replacement with a stock part. The most expensive is the aftermarket header. Prices vary greatly depending on what you choose and the install may require slight modification to the exhaust.
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Tread Lightly??? What do they realy do with the money? well.....read this artical and draw your own opinion! Artical by former editor of 4-Wheel Drive & Sport Utility magazine.
Click HERE to read artical!
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Terrie Morris writes:
"Following is the procedure that I created to mount a 4 ft high lift jack directly behind the rear seat perched on the wheel wells. Most of this is common sense and you may wish to modify to your wishes...however this gives you the idea. The nice thing about this is that is "rollover proof" and it out of the elements and occupies space otherwise wasted."
>....Click HERE for full write-up.....
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