w0mps TJ build. - Page 2

**w0mps** · 01-13-2010, 08:36 PM

What I basically do is mix a 60/40 of Purple Power degreaser and water in a spray bottle. Drench the [dry] engine with the mixture, let it sit for a few minutes and then power wash away. I'll repeat that two or three times depending on how dirty the engine is, as well as the under body. I like to do it once a season. I also will hit the engine bay with WD-40 for shine, and it also helps deflect the mud too. Just be easy around the intake, and if you have an aftermarket one, cover the filter with a garbage bag.

One thing I can't stand is working on an engine or under body and having mud fall in my eyes. Keep it clean, spot the problem early enough so it doesn't turn into a bigger problem [leaks, etc...]

Skavenger · 01-13-2010, 08:41 PM

Nice rig man i like that blue!

**w0mps** · 01-13-2010, 08:42 PM

Thanks, I like the blue too, a bit different coming from flame red

**w0mps** · 01-13-2010, 08:44 PM

Just for sh*ts and giggles, here's a picture of my ex-J's engine

Skavenger · 01-13-2010, 09:28 PM

haha yea, i wanted a red jeep but i ended up buying a patriot blue one instead lol

TYphoonXJ · 01-14-2010, 04:51 AM

Hmm but the powerwashing doesnt affect anything?!

Heck, I might take a whack at this in spring after I fix my leaky valve cover gasket

**w0mps** · 01-14-2010, 06:04 AM

I just make sure to cover the air filter and not hang out around the intake too much, but other than that I've never had a problem. Usually do it before I clean the entire Jeep this way it dries by the time I want to drive.

Turner · 01-14-2010, 06:06 AM

I wish I could see the pics. The ones from your first post isn't showing up. Maybe my comp, but usually I don't have problems seeing pics.

**w0mps** · 01-27-2010, 08:27 AM

Edit: Pics are fixed

**w0mps** · 02-03-2010, 03:15 PM

Added a snorkel to the TJ this weekend, still need to duct it to the air intake. Picked this up for $50, local.

TYphoonXJ · 02-03-2010, 03:18 PM

Killer deal! Looks awesome too! Snorkels on TJ's look sooooo good IMO

**w0mps** · 02-03-2010, 04:39 PM

Yeah, it looks real good. Can't wait to test it out

bandit455 · 02-03-2010, 06:24 PM

ya man lookin good

now where are them km2's?

**w0mps** · 02-03-2010, 06:43 PM

Took off next Friday, getting them then.

**w0mps** · 02-14-2010, 09:42 AM

Had off the day of the blizzard, and somewhere in my crazy mind I decided to drive an hour to get some tires. What a difference tires make! The KM2's I originally wanted are on a backorder so I opted for the Mickey Thompson MTZ's. They did AWESOME in the snow, aren't too loud and look great. I can't wait to hit the trail with them.

Stay tuned for front and rear bumpers next!