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Old Jan 6, 2011 | 08:09 AM
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Originally Posted by Mark Doiron
I have the Currie rod kit (drag link and tie rod)

...It's not a cheap mod, however.
Currie makes some great products albeit, not cheap.

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from all the great pics it looks like i missed one hell of a good time wheelin w yall sunday. I will def try to be there next time!!

...any suggestions on what brands make the best replacements for these two items without totally breaking the bank....
Many will agree with me when I say that cheap and quality usually don't fit in one sentence together - you'll usually get one, or the other. That said, if you're at a point that the ball joints need to be replaced, I'd spend the extra dime and go with Pro Steer Heavy Duty ball joints that have zerk fittings so that you can grease them. On the other hand, if you don't want to spend that much at the moment, Quadratec has the Mopar Original Replacement Ball Joints for a lot less:

http://www.quadratec.com/products/56100_0002.htm

However, ball joints on the JKs are known to go back quick - quicker than any other Wrangler and it'll just be a matter of time before you'll be looking for replacements again - it's cheaper to do it right the first time
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Old Jan 6, 2011 | 11:10 AM
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... However, ball joints on the JKs are known to go back quick - quicker than any other Wrangler and it'll just be a matter of time before you'll be looking for replacements again - it's cheaper to do it right the first time
I know this is the "wisdom", but I just checked my ball joints the other day. 68K miles and not a bit of play. I have a new set of ball joints waiting to be installed (nothing fancy, just plain $100 ball joints), but there's no point since the stockers are just fine.
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Old Jan 6, 2011 | 11:53 AM
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Originally Posted by Mark Doiron
I know this is the "wisdom", but I just checked my ball joints the other day. 68K miles and not a bit of play...
Wonder if the amount of lift has anything to do with the cases where ball joints have worn out?
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Old Jan 7, 2011 | 03:32 PM
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Alright, well I'm posting this from my new iMac, so maybe now I'll be able to do even more with some video editing when we have get-togethers.

I'm super excited. I've been watching tips on how to do all of the big time editing I've been wanting to do.
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Old Jan 7, 2011 | 04:12 PM
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Originally Posted by jfreeddo
Alright, well I'm posting this from my new iMac, so maybe now I'll be able to do even more with some video editing when we have get-togethers.

I'm super excited. I've been watching tips on how to do all of the big time editing I've been wanting to do.
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Old Jan 7, 2011 | 05:31 PM
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Originally Posted by jfreeddo
Alright, well I'm posting this from my new iMac, so maybe now I'll be able to do even more with some video editing when we have get-togethers.

I'm super excited. I've been watching tips on how to do all of the big time editing I've been wanting to do.
Sweet !! I was looking at the macbook pro's online the other night but couldn't decide if I waned to buy it or do a few mods to the jeep
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Old Jan 7, 2011 | 05:32 PM
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anyone running a HD aftermarket steering stabilizer shock ? If so what brand and how well do you like it. Looks like I need to order one
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Old Jan 7, 2011 | 05:42 PM
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Originally Posted by jfreeddo
Alright, well I'm posting this from my new iMac, so maybe now I'll be able to do even more with some video editing when we have get-togethers...
Sweet. And congratulations. You'll love it.
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Old Jan 7, 2011 | 05:46 PM
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anyone running a HD aftermarket steering stabilizer shock ? If so what brand and how well do you like it. Looks like I need to order one
I had the RC Dual SS for a few months. Didn't notice much of a difference from the stock one and have been running without a SS for a few months now and don't miss it
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Old Jan 7, 2011 | 06:03 PM
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Anybody up for some wheeling at Douglas again this weekend. Wife is dying to go after seeing the pics from last Sunday.
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