Jeep Wrangler How-To

How to change a stereo in a 2001 Jeep Wrangler.

-You will need to pop off the defroster panel. This will expose two screws holding the center dash in. There is also a screw located under the ashtray. Once those are removed the center dash will pop out. There are then two bolts holding the stock radio in the dash. Once those are out, just unplug the radio and it will be out. For the new unit, I recommend an installation kit and wiring harness adapters. Install is the reverse of taking it apart.

How to install a convertible roof on 2012 Jeep Wrangler.

-You can download the instructions on Bestop's website under the Replace-a-tops. It will be a step-by-step instruction manual.

How to make a 1999 Jeep Wrangler ride smoother.

-If your Jeep has worn springs or bad shocks it will typically feel springy. Old Man Emu makes a great riding kit that gives 1.5-2.5 inches of lift as well. If the shocks are bad simply upgrading shocks will make a difference.

How to make the fuel tank in a 1997 Jeep Wrangler TJ larger.

-If you are running the 15-gallon tank you would need to upgrade to the 19 gallon tank. That means also changing the sending unit and hoses.

How to negotiate price on lift packages for a Jeep Wrangler.

-You first need to decide what you are doing with the Jeep. If it is just a looks thing, a lower priced kit should do the trick. For true ride performance and off road performance, look into kits such as Rubicon Express or Rock Krawler. They are really heavy duty kits and can take a beating and live to tell about it. Typically you get what you pay for when it comes to suspension kits.

How to put on convertible roof on a 2012 Jeep Wrangler.

-If it is a hard top model you will need hardware and everything. Bestop offers a Trektop NX, Supertop or Supertop NX that has everything you need to convert over to a soft top.

How to remove a headlight bulb from a Jeep Wrangler housing.

-There is a retaining ring that is held on by three screws; take that off and the bulb will come out.

How to remove the windshield wiper from a 1999 Jeep Wrangler.

-Flip the wiper arm up, there should be a button located where the wiper attaches to the arm. Push the button and it will slide off of the arm.

How to replace a windshield frame on a1994 Jeep Wrangler.

-You will need to take the top off the vehicle. Next, unbolt the roll bar from the windshield frame. Take off the lower brackets on the lower interior bracket. Then you just need to take off the upper section bolts of the windshield hinge. Have a friend help you lift it off. Install is the opposite of dismantle.

How to soften the ride on a Jeep Wrangler.

-The only way to soften the ride is to run a hydraulic shock. Aftermarket springs tend to have a higher spring rate and stiffen the ride.

How to tow a 2000 Jeep Wrangler.

-You will need to add a tow bar first off. These are available at 4WD Hardware. You will then want to purchase a wiring harness to splice in or a set of magnetic lights. I would recommend taking out the driveshafts as opposed to keeping the vehicle in neutral.