Can a Jeep Technician Handle Your Really Tough Questions?

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Are Jeep Wrangler really more reliable than Toyotas? Should you add a superchargers to your Jeep Wrangler? What are the common electrical issues with a Jeep Wrangler? I sit down with Jerry from Shift Autowerx, who has been a Certified Jeep Technician for over 10 years and ask him some of your most challenging Jeep Wrangler questions. We talk about death wobble, reliability, engines, gears, suspension, superchargers, maintenance, Jeep Models and more.
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0:00 Introduction
2:32 Installing a Supercharger on a Jeep Wrangler
4:02 What’s the most reliable Jeep Wrangler Engine
5:22 What’s the least reliable Jeep Wrangler Engine
6:16 How Many Generations of the Jeep Wrangler 3.6L are there?
6:50 3 Most Common Jeep Wrangler JK Repairs
7:47 3 Most Common Jeep Wrangler JL / JL Repairs
8:54 Jeep Wrangler Upgrade After Lift and Tires
9:35 Jeep Wrangler Gear Ratio with 35” Tires
10:07 What’s More Reliable a Jeep Wrangler JK or JL
10:37 Why did a Jeep Technical Buy a Jeep Gladiator
11:12 Best Model Jeep Ever Made
12:02 How Long with the Jeep Wrangler 3.6L Engine Last
13:10 The Most Miles on a Jeep Wrangler 3.6L
13:36 Things to Look for on a Used Jeep Wrangler Rubicon JL
15:04 Best Jeep Wrangler Engine Upgrade
16:42 Most Common Jeep Wrangler JL Electrical Issue
17:34 Should You Buy and Electric Jeep Wrangler
18:11 Jeep Wrangler Owners Should Do this Themselves
19:23 What’s the Most Common Cause of Death Wobble
20:55 What Jeep Wrangler Upgrades Affect Warranty
22:41 How to Keep the JL / JT Secondary Battery Charged
23:55 What Year Jeep Wrangler is the Most Reliable
24:35 What Should be Standard on the Jeep Wrangler
25:38 Why does the Jeep Wrangler 3.6L Oil Cooler Fail
27:00 Fast Yes, No or Pass

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@jrfuentes2688 Год назад

It would be nice to have a regular “ask Jerry” session. Great video!

@kimpeter7934 Год назад

Yeah,that would be awesome

@ttteg-tq8ln Год назад

Agreed!

@Tony3deee Год назад

Awesome idea!!

@Tony3deee Год назад

I’ve already thought of a few questions

@4122inc Год назад

Agree with this 100%

@Aaron-ge1hy Год назад

Thanks to Jerry and Brad! Jerry was very generous and an incredibly good sport for taking time to answer those questions! 👍🏼

@jeep2nv92 Год назад

As a Chrysler tech for 28 years, he is spot on, on everything except his pick for the best Jeep ever made. He said the TJ, which I don’t disagree with, but I’d also say the YJ right up there too. I bought a 1992 YJ in 1996 and sold it in 2018. I bought it with 64k miles and sold it with 480k miles.

@christophergreathouse501 Год назад

I'm over 215k miles on my 2014 JKU Rubi and still going. I'm glad you asked about the longevity of the 3.6!

@neil12011 Год назад

What issues so far? I have 100k on my 2015 JKUR.

@christophergreathouse501 Год назад

@@neil12011 No issues other than replacing my radiator and while I had it empty, I replaced the thermostat and water pump to be safe. Oil change every 5k mi, and recently replaced my PCV valve (causes it to smoke if it goes bad) Also, I replaced my clutch and flywheel since my throw-out bearing was going out. Now I have an all-aluminum oil filter housing, knock sensors, valve cover and intake manifold gaskets in my shed for when it decides to take a dump on me. Better to knock it all out at once while I'm down there.

@ethangonzales3000 Год назад

@@christophergreathouse501 what brand oil filter housing did you get?

@christophergreathouse501 Год назад

@@ethangonzales3000, Ransoto. I haven't installed it yet; I'm still waiting on my original to fail.

@genxskeptic5816 Год назад

I specifically bought a 06 LJ for two reasons. I wanted a longer wheelbase with only 2 doors and I insisted on the 4.0 because it’s basically bulletproof.

@paulfindude8743 Год назад

Fellas. This episode was amazing. Glued to it like a great movie. Please keep doing this. Thank you.

@sham9174 9 месяцев назад

As someone who has zero mechanical ability, but is passionate about Jeeps, this was wonderful. I hung on every word. Thank you so much.

@acride Год назад

From personal experience, Jerry is honest, reliable and provides incredible service. Everyone can say what they want about death wobble etc but I encourage you to go visit him and talk to him in person. This is who you want working on your jeep. Looking forward to the next video with him!

@everydayjeeper6583 Год назад

Thanks for making this video Brad! This was one of my favorites. Very interesting and informative! So cool to hear from someone that has worked on Jeeps at the dealership and knows a lot of the inside details. 😁👍

@Kylesjeep Год назад

Love this video! Thank you for having a Jeep technician who is certified before us all and him giving his honest feedback and personal experiences! This is by far been so informative to me and to others. I am a first time jeep wrangler owner. I had my first one about a year ago and only got to drive it for two days before my cylinder head failure happened to me with a sever misfire and thankfully they bought the Jeep back from me and I now have another JL 2019 now and have had it for a year now and so far so good! I love my Jeep JL and thank you again for everything you do!!!

@TVebd День назад

Man, I wish a mechanic like this existed in central Alabama. Good video.

@chrisb.5835 Год назад

Fantastic video! An "ask Jerry" session as earlier mentioned is a must. I agree with everything said, except engine upgrade. I went with the Mopar intake and AEV vented hood on my JK, and can't imagine driving without these mods. Definitely recomend the Dorman aluminum oil cooler housing, "peace of mind" upgrade as well. Thanks again, Brad.

@1JEEPNICK1 Год назад

I’m shocked on the death wobble, most people say the steering stabilizer is never the cause. Great video.

@GoodVibes-yc6hm Год назад

It’s not. A Jeep should drive correctly without a steering stabilizer. The stabilizer helps with bump steer, but only hides death wobble. He lost all credibility with me when he said that.

@TrailRecon Год назад

I actually was surprised he didn't say tie rod ends, ball joints or other steering components, but I'm sure having all the training over the years as a tech and having plenty of customers coming in with death wobble complaints, that's the most common issue. I think maybe we should take a deeper dive into this topic in the future.

@AustinH7 Год назад

Yeah that was the one thing he said that I really just flat out don’t agree with.

@edlobos5 Год назад

@@TrailRecon 26:00 Brad, do you still have the power wagon?

@Strikerage Год назад

Never had the death wobble interestingly enough.

@andymckane7271 Год назад

Superb Q&A! This man sounds really like he knows what he's talking about. It's obvious that he also knows his Jeeps extremely well. And he worked, apparently for Jeep dealers in their service departments, for ten years prior to opening his own independent business. I am greatly impressed by this gentleman and his knowledge of Jeep Wranglers, CJ's, and Gladiators! Thank you very much to both of you.

@daveonley3066 Год назад

Really loved this session. I value your info Brad but having it come from a Jeep Technician expert is like gold. Hope you do another video like that again in the future. I also hope that Jeep was listening to all the great questions.

@rayvelarde7050 Год назад

Thank you so much fellas! So informative and Jerry is a complete stud. I wish I lived closer to his shop. He is obviously knowledgeable and trustworthy. And he is Trail Recon approved!

@johnmiller8592 Год назад

This was an excellent exchange and having both 2013 JK and a 2023 392 in the family was great information! Thanks guys 👍🏼

@vandingo1 Год назад

Super informative video and great confidence builder for those questions Jeep owners have but need expertise to answer. I wish I had Jerry in Texas, we could use a Shift Auto in North Dallas! For me this was a truly unique segment…thank you TrailRecon!

@bradmorrison265 Год назад

Thank you Brad and Jerry, that was super informative and just knowing an experienced mechanic chooses to own and drive a Jeep is very reassuring. Love Jeeps!

@babytrenton 10 месяцев назад

This is the best video for new Jeep owners! I have both a JK and a JL (392) and had a lot of these questions, myself. Thank you for enlightening us! A pure Diamond in the rough!!!

@kensnyder2340 Год назад

Excellent video. It's good to hear from someone who see's everyday issues.

@matthewschoonmaker1525 Год назад

Another great video Brad. Thanks for this, a lot of good questions answered from an expert and his opinion.

@peteacevedo3411 Год назад

Hey Brad. Great video and your friend was very honest with his responses. I just purchased a 2011 Wrangler that I am trying to track down an electric short. The headlights are always on and the windshield wipers are always on. Keep you posted as we troubleshoot this electrical problem. Keep posting

@GTRJohnny66 7 дней назад

This was one of the best and most honest Jeep videos I have even seen. Great job!

@mariodesmo Год назад

I would like to know the answers to the same questions, but specifically to the 392! I appreciate the knowledge this young guy has! Jerry's a great guy/resource. I'm thinking about adding a 392 in addition to my built 2002 TJ. This was a GREAT video! Keep it up! I'd love to see a (for example) monthly special with Jerry as your guest expert.

@brucesinclair9628 Год назад

Hi Brad, this was a really great vlog. Having an industry expert in and answering, at a high level, common questions is amazing. This in it's self can turn into a great vlog series, with deep dives into specific things, like the death wobble you mentioned. This grabbed my attention again with your channel, thanks for doing this

@johnomahony7364 Год назад

You took the words right out of my mouth!! 👍

@billsmotrilla6215 Год назад

Great Video! Please bring Jerry back on a regular basis and do some deep dives into specific topics that you discussed here.

@anibalbabilonia1867 9 месяцев назад

Great video! It answered most of my questions! Being the owner of a 2015 bone stock Willy’s wheeler that is my daily driver, and I really keep it stock and all maintenance at the dealer that is needed! It never has failed me, it has almost 100 thousand miles, and still running very strong like the day I purchased it.

@Jade-d Год назад

Brad, thank you for this interview. Very informative, and so nice to get some honest answers from a technician.

@shiftautowerx Год назад

Thank you 🙏

@TheBandit7613 Год назад

My 4.0 Wrangler has never stranded me ever

@badchex Год назад

Good questions, good answers from Jerry. Really a helpful video to watch!

@georgeanglin4038 Год назад

I miss my yellow TJ 4.0. Best jeep ever.

@doneB830 Год назад

4.0 straight six is a wow engine but the fuel consumption is madness. Great mechanic you have there and I’ve been one for more than 40 years.

@saginawtn8006 Год назад

Great session. I loved my TJ and JK, but my 4Runner TRD Off-road trouble free ownership has me spoiled. Jeep is the undisputed more enjoyable driving experience.

@vencenzodemarco4393 Год назад

That, is Only your opinion. We enjoy Both the reliable quality of our Toyota 4X4's And the SUPERIOR RIDE. I Cannot even Fit in a Cheap, without getting Stiff and Sore in every part of my body. The interior of Cheaps Suck, and You Guys Know It, but will not admit it. Ha Ha, Good Luck. 😎

@crispusattucks6094 Год назад

Just traded my 4Runner yesterday for a Jeep. The 4Runner beats the Jeep in driveability and comfortability. Not by a little…by a lot. There’s no comparison. They are both great vehicles in different aspects.

@vencenzodemarco4393 10 месяцев назад

@@traviskimbrell1209 Sorry Charly, but you will Not find a sympathetic ear here. And No, I'm not jealous nor could I be. I've owned five jeeps over the years and have had problems Galore starting from soups to nuts. So No, you would be wrong on that. Personally I'm only comparing my FJ's and how they suite me better. So all the rest of your silliness doesn't add up to Jack. It's all good too, because people do what they want, and all too often Brag that Their Way is the only way. Regardless of you being a former T-Tech, I will continue to run my own show. BTW, you are replying to my post of Over four months ago, What's up with that???

@neversummermojo Год назад

GREAT video!! One of the best and informative videos I've seen in a while related to Jeeps. Jerry should be a regular guest!!

@weschilton Год назад

Really cool video! I appreciate Jerry's straight up candor.

@PJ-vs8dy Год назад

Great q and a with someone who really seems to know his stuff. I'd definitely be interested in a video on death wobble, especially any tests to narrow down the problem before just replacing everything. Mines more of a minor injury wobble but still annoying on a stock jku

@richardnuttall9781 Год назад

Thanks Brad and Jerry. This was one of the best coffee takes! As someone who owns a 1992 Jeep Cherokee and Comanche for the past 29 years, and a big fan of the 4.0L, it would be great to have some questions regarding older jeeps if you do this again.

@WhynotMinot Год назад

I have been daily driving a '96 jeep cherokee for over a year (first car) and it's pretty nice. It's the country edition, stock, and engine and transmission are strong. It has the auto transmission, but I'm happy with it. The 4.0 doesn't lack power, and it would be cool to hear more professional answers/opinions about the older jeeps, when they were made to last.

@richardnuttall9781 Год назад

@@WhynotMinot Agreed.

@taemac10 Год назад

WOW, how many miles on them?

@richardnuttall9781 Год назад

@@taemac10 I have about 450,000 miles on my Cherokee, and 330,000 miles on the Comanche.

@digitalghost977 2 месяца назад

I'm on my 3rd 3.8 lol

@Jcoburn134 Год назад

It's nice to hear his comments about the 3.8. I never had any issues with mine.

@bryanjohnson5803 Год назад

Thanks Brad. Always love your content. This was another great video. Loved hearing Jerry's answers to the questions. Agree we could use an Ask Jerry platform.

@RyanRij Год назад

This is what people want! Keep on inviting and interviewing industry experts please! Great vid

@Tinker3504 Год назад

This was great! I’m surprised he didn’t mention the locker sensor bypass though since he mentioned the sensor failing twice and that it was the most common electrical failure.

@rbrunyan Год назад

Great info! Thank you for taking the time to make this video. Answered a lot of questions I had. 2013 JKU Sahara.

@rodspov1915 Год назад

This was great Brad! Thanks, what a knowledgeable guy!

@johnsanfilippo2516 Год назад

Great episode -like hearing from a jeep gearhead especially comment on not modifying a stock engine with all the garage or accessories that are "supposed" to improve performance

@mickanonim3860 Год назад

Loved to hear the best years of the Wrangler: I still have my factory ordered 2004 (received fall of 2003) Rubi sans the back gate plastic and the "Trail Rated" badge in Solar Yellow. Jeep would not call it 2003 because "it would have been a collector model, being the only 2003 Solar Yellow in the first year of the Rubicon." Still my best Jeep.

@chuck9210 7 месяцев назад

Very helpful. I asked my mechanic which vehicle to buy for a 4 year adventure trip I was planning. Without hesitation he replied, "2006 Jeep TJ Rubicon". Even at 400,000 clicks, it just won't die and never a problem. On the trail, it is like cheating when taking on obstacles and challenges, but sadly, it doesn't have much cargo space. Time to get a 4dr to take the grandchildren out so this video is much appreciated. After owning, driving, & testing a Rubicon's to its full ability in several time zones and regions (from far North to the tropics) I can't imagine owning any other 4x4 vehicle.

@skypros7 Год назад

That was FUN!!, The best youtube video I have see in a year. Absolutely great to hear it from a "independent" certified Jeep (CDJ) mechanic. So good to hear that my 2015 JKR has the 2nd gen 3.6L engine. Thank You Jerry for the great info and your time.

@trcattle2797 Год назад

Man that was a great video!!! Very informative and detailed. I appreciate it. I wonder what his thought is on the diesel gladiator.

@robertwheeler2400 Год назад

Greetings from Queensland, Australia! I drive a 2014 JK Wrangler, and I've only had one sensor issue at 80k. I've got 200k on the clock now. I change the oil every 5k; oh, I have a 2.5' lift kit with 33's. It's the best vehicle I've ever had.

@passionnotparked9099 Год назад

This has to be 1 of the top 5 vids on the channel...Awesome and thank you.

@roymichael851 Год назад

Excellent, thanks so much for this, GREAT info and Jerry knows his business!! I live in Vegas and haven't found a technician as knowledgeable as him, inclined to bring my TJ to him when I have one of those tough issues.

@CJ-rk5eg Год назад

Great interview - thank you! Definite repeat guest, and I’ve never seen this format on any other RU-vid channel

@TrailRecon Год назад

Thank you!

@shiftautowerx Год назад

Awesome

@tmcnicho Год назад

This was great! More interviews would be awesome

@TrailRecon Год назад

Thank you!

@lenharding72 Год назад

Thanks, these were some awesome questions. Planning out a build of my JLU and trying to figure out the order upgrades to avoid common issues. This helped.

@DirtRockTeam Год назад

Love everything he has answered. Only thing i would disagree on is the causes of death wobble. Having fixed it on several JKS & JLS it always came down to the front track bar bolt on the frame side. Jeep puts a 14MM bolt in this hole from the factory & it wallows out over time because it isn't the correct size to begin with. We have put in a 9/16 bolt in over the 14MM bolt & all steering issues pertaining to death wobble went away. We had a buddy who's front track bar bracket on the frame side was so wallowed out from the factory sized bolt we had to weld washers onto the bracket to take up the space to stop the bolt from basically bouncing around in the hole. And the tricky thing with this is the bolt will look & feel tight while sitting on the ground with the front track bar on, so it requires you to remove the bolt & inspect the bolt hole.

@larrygoodsell9273 Год назад

Agreed, I've gone through 2 track bars on my gen 2 dodge, fixed it both times. No wallow just worn out. Pushing 275K miles too so...

@rilopez825 Год назад

Agree with you. When I am looking for the cause of death wobble I end up just removing the stabilizer which is probably worn down already. 1st Find the actual cause and drive it without the stabilizer. Once I'm sure its been resolved I then add a new Stabilizer. Just replacing the Stabilizer is a band aide.

@LANDCRUISERLIFE Год назад

This and Toyotas are not more reliable then jeeps...lol..My bro has had tjs xjs jls (rubicons) and the metals and plastics seem like a power wheels build compared to all land cruisers I have owned (40s 60s 80s 100s). Oh and you don't put purified water in cooling system it's distilled water..

@briancovalt7227 Год назад

This was great! Also somewhat comforting to know I've had the 2 most common issues with my JK - the filter housing crack and the engine "tik" ($3500 repair, ouch). But now that those are behind me, I should be good!

@Aktireach 9 месяцев назад

“Should be” that’s not very comforting… if it failed once and you’re replacing it with the same parts, what stop it from future failures?

@redsquarejay 5 месяцев назад

@@AktireachBecause fixing the major issues leaves less to go wrong.

@StanSheram Год назад

GREAT video, no individual answer was earth shattering, but the combination of all of them together was. I'd like to see this type video again

@1959mp Год назад

One of your best tech videos!!! I really learned a lot for I own both a JK and new JT. I now know what some common issues are for both vehicles. Much thanks.

@geekacullen Год назад

Love this thanks Brad! I regeared to 5.13 after adding 38s. So I felt good about that. I always wondered if the Dana 44 would be ok with 38s. Sounds like it's a safe upgrade. Just started to get minor death wobble when hitting a small pot hole. I will be upgrading my stabilizer when I install my Clayton premium lift and hopefully that will keep it from getting bad. There was a lot of info there that I didn't even know I needed until I heard it. Hope to have you do this again with more questions in the future. Your videos were my introduction into wheeling when I got my gladiator in 2019. Thanks for all you do.

@GoodVibes-yc6hm Год назад

Not necessary to upgrade. The oem stabilizer is fine. As far as your axles, has the front axle had c-gussets and/or a truss installed?

@geekacullen Год назад

@@GoodVibes-yc6hm thank you. No guss or truss installed. That's a great thought though. Especially the gussets as this would be a weak point especially no that I have the 38s. I will look into this ASAP. Thanks again Good vibes!

@0ricle Год назад

Before you start buying/replacing parts re-torque your suspension bolts, especially the front track bar.

@geekacullen Год назад

@@0ricle will do. Thanks!

@justinvanstory3965 Год назад

Awesome video. As an XJ guy..I’m a little triggered that the XJ didn’t get an honorable mention with best Jeep model question!😢😂😜 I was surprised by the 3.8 ranking second as well. Good stuff!!

@TheFrontal123 Год назад

Excellent content, thank you to the both of you for creating this .

@lloydrage Год назад

This video was amazing! Very informative and I really enjoyed it. Great job both of you.

@carolynslette6073 Год назад

This was awesome. Im about to buy my 3rd Jeep, 2022 JLU Rubicon. Im buying a Extreme Recon package for the very simple reason. I want offroad capabilities, but Im leaving it bone stock for dependability. Still worried about reliability, regular maintenance and TLC and hoping for a good one.

@bigal6369 Год назад

This was one of the best videos I have seen in a while. Great job guys. I was surprised with the 3.8 over the 3.6 pick but great to hear why. I do wonder what the thoughts would be on the turbo 4 cylinder? The plastic oil cooler issue doesn't surprise me. VW did the same with the water pump on some models and same issue. Premature leaks. Hopefully there will be more videos like this. Maybe some more in-depth ones too.

@nicholasxue9303 Год назад

I am also really interested in how the 2 liter compares to the 3.6. What are the common issues and has any of those been fixed over the years?

@golferpro1241 Год назад

My 2016 JKU is stock. Lifetime warranty. Appreciate your honesty. Thanks!

@davidblack7528 Год назад

WOW! Great episode, so needed about Jeeps. Thank you Jerry for your input.

@jamesrock3443 Год назад

Loved this video. I would be curious to know if Jerry’s thoughts as well as the Jeep communities’ questions regarding the 3.0 Ecodiesel (ie. Overall Reliability, most common issues/repairs, etc.) Perhaps a brief follow-up video or comments would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

@fredtflail 4 месяца назад

Ecodiesel is junk.

@veniaminpetrashishin9466 Год назад

I’m hoping my stock 21 eco diesel rubicon would prove to be most dependable since I dont drive it much but when I do take it out it’s been bringing me smiles. I would take one tip from this and get myself a fine stabilizer from fox with the external reservoir. My locker light has also went off at only 14k and I’ve been back once already to get it checked out. Over all looking forward to many years with this one.

@froglegzz8633 Год назад

Sorry to burst your bubble. But the eco- diesel is chryslers worst engine to date.

@veniaminpetrashishin9466 Год назад

@@froglegzz8633 works fine for me and has 100,000 mile warranty which is good for me until 2028 then I’ll sell

@MarkRobertsBlog Год назад

One of your best videos! That was sensational! More of these please!

@dougteal6610 Год назад

Would of loved to hear his thoughts on the 2.0l turbo, never even came up. I know alot of people with it and they seem to love it.

@marcusn81901 Год назад

I have 2.0. Love it. Wanted to hear Jerry’s opinion as well. He did hesitate when asked about etorque. Wish Brad would have pressed him in that a bit.

@Justjeepingadventures Год назад

@@marcusn81901 the inline imo is the best engine. Inline have less stress since the pistons go straight up and down. They make tq than a v6 and you can mod them easily.

@dougcoleburn1579 Год назад

I have a 2018 Rubicon with 2.0. 62,000 miles. So far its great.

@SanctumOfDreams 10 месяцев назад

Can attest to the 2.0T being a solid engine. Mine's been floored to max rpm absolutely countless times. Installed a cold air intake so every time I drive I'm pumping the gas as I'm rolling just to hear the whistle and hiss 😂 No codes or any signs of problems despite my tampering and abuse. Oh, and I'm running on heavy forged wheels, 35" muds on the stock 3.45 gears no reprogramming

@rcompton Год назад

Thanks great video. Awesome information and confirmation of some information I have heard in the past. Oil cooler was spot on for sure. I replaced mine with an aluminum one last year. Keep up with the great videos.

@Bungie117MC Год назад

awesome vid!! great pace and knowledge from you guys, thank you

@brad9884 Год назад

Please make another video with him just on the 4.0L!! Specifically what to look out for on high mileage ones. I have a 1994 Jeep Wrangler YJ and a 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee both with the 4.0L. The one with the highest mileage being 200,000 miles. Amazing video, it was extremely insightful!

@shiftautowerx Год назад

The 4.0 is great

@vigilantemotors Год назад

Brad, as you know those 4.0's are pretty bullet proof. Obviously pull the dip stick to make sure you don't see grey oil or bubbles ( bad news) look for any leak in the rear main seal (common) and just let her run and listen. Is it smooth or does she tick tick tick (lifters, purge solenoid, low oil) Hope that helps a little Aaron

@brad9884 Год назад

@@vigilantemotors Thanks, Aaron! You know of any good oil additives to help at least prolong the life of the engine and help quiet down the lifter tick? And how do you know when something is wrong with the purge solenoid?

@vigilantemotors Год назад

@@brad9884 As far as the tick goes and to prolong life I would use a high mileage oil. There are additives in there to help prolong life and reduce ticking. Just use a quality high mileage oil from here on out. Usually, a bad purge solenoid will display any of the following 5 symptoms that can alert you of a potential problem in need of servicing. Rough Idle. ... Poor Engine Performance. ... Difficulty Starting. ... Check Engine Light Comes On. ... Low Fuel Economy. Does that help any?

@meekmanofyahweh6452 Год назад

I feel blessed owning a 2006 Unlimited Rubicon with an Auto Trans, after hearing the Mechanic state the best reliable years for Wranglers is 2003 through 2006 TJs with the 4.0 engine. Mine I was told is the most sought after as Jeep only made the LJ Rubicon for 2 years 2005&6 Mine has not been lifted with stock rims and tires. I was thinking about lifting it, but after the Mechanics comments, I will not lift my jeep. Also my LJ has lived its life in Arizona with no rust. Brad I think this was a most valuable video, thanks!

@ingelri2 Год назад

I think it was made in 2004 as well, maybe without the Rubicon package.

@meekmanofyahweh6452 Год назад

@@ingelri2 Your correct, the LJ or Unlimited option was made 3 years, 2004 ,5 & 6. But it was not offered in the Unlimited Model in 2004 as an option with the Rubicon package. But the 2005&6 Wrangler Unlimited with the Rubicon Option is known as the Unicorn of Jeeps, with limited numbers made.

@270billjones Год назад

Great video - thanks for your time, Jerry Shift Autowerx !

@carlpickins106 Год назад

Thanks Jerry. Great answers and very informative!

@michaeldurling793 Год назад

Brad, this was excellent content and would encourage you to do something similar more frequently. Here is a question for a future episode, how many miles can I expect out of my clutch 3.8 w/6 speed manual, off roaded but not extreme. and aftermarket or OEM when replacement necessary? Thanks man this was fun.

@Santiago-vy8fy Год назад

I have the 6 speed. Love it

@Strikerage Год назад

Take special care of it. If you're gonna have problems, it'll be right around 60k miles. The dreaded knock....

@nativetexson Год назад

Very informative. A recurring "Ask Jerry" session would be good; maybe quarterly. Nice to hear his opinion of the TJ because that's what I have and it is a great vehicle. Thanks to you & Jerry for all this info -

@shiftautowerx Год назад

That would be great

@MiguelGarcia-vj7oo Год назад

The TJ is Last real and reliable jeep.... Magnum opus of the brand besides the XJ, I suggest you cherish it as long as possible.....

@CalebHill14 Год назад

Always nice to hear some love for the TJ 👍🏻

@WiseNiteSilicone Год назад

Pretty cool when he started talking about sitting on the engine bay as a kid helping his dad. Was real subtle, but he got a little choked up and held it back. I know that feeling.

@Justjeepingadventures Год назад

Jeep Techs generally are not about performance. I have two friends that have a super chargers on a 3.6 for years. Zero issues and still runs today with extra power. Inline engines imo is going to be the best we will see. Less stress. Supra is an inline, BUSA, inline and now the 2.0 which is also an inline. Time will tell!! Great video Brad

@KubanKevin 5 месяцев назад

There's a lot of V engines that live just as long. Chevy's 4.3, LS1, all of their big blocks. Chrysler's HEMI big blocks, 392, 427 (new), 3.8. Ford's old big blocks, 5.0 (to an extent), 7.3. Toyota's 4.7, 5.7, 4.0, and even their 3.5 The inline engine is simpler and easier to make them to be reliable, but a good V engine done and maintained correctly will run forever.

@tylermcmahon2952 Год назад

Would like to hear some of his thoughts on the diesel in both the wrangler and the gladiator

@Jerry_rigged Год назад

From one Jerry to another, thanks! Great information!

@wescam Год назад

Wow this matches my experience. Loved the 4.0. Regeared to 4.56 back in the day when I ran bigger tires (same day as the lift was done). Had a first gen 3.6 Rubicon 2DR and the tick made me nervous but didn't hurt the resale. Just got a 22 Rubicon Gladiator that was still on the lot while the 23s were coming off the truck.

@bakerfamilyoverland996 Год назад

My family and I have really enjoyed our 2007 JKU with the 3.8 V6. It now has about 175,000 mostly highway and good trailing miles on it. I lost the transmission at 140,000 miles, but besides that mostly just routine maintenance items and it runs fine...the family and I are planning a road trip to Chaco Canyon now from Texas and I'm not worried about it's reliability one bit. We're currently running a 2" lift with BFG Ko2 315/75 16.✌🏾

@Strikerage Год назад

You got lucky. 😉

@bakerfamilyoverland996 Год назад

@@Strikerage 😁My exhaust system has seen better days at this point. I'm looking to replace the entire exhaust system from headers on back to the muffler and maybe the shocks and coil springs too.

@Thatdavemarsh Год назад

319km on my 09 3.8 JKU. Original clutch but the exhaust is dying. Bushings and body mounts are not so hot.

@biz4twobiz463 Год назад

I really like the 2.0L turbo in the Wrangler!! I think it's a good compromise for MPG's with power vs the 3.6L.

@chuckcribbs3398 Год назад

But you’re paying more for 93 octane gas, no?

@biz4twobiz463 Год назад

@@chuckcribbs3398 ... 91 octane

@Westcoastrocksduh Год назад

@@chuckcribbs3398 I have the 2.0 and I checked the manual and it says to use regular not premium. I think it’s the etorque that needs premium

@judgeking114 Год назад

Great video Brad! You should do a walk around of Jerry’s JT and have him explain what a Jeep Technician does for lifts and off road performance.

@lancelaubacher5245 Год назад

Great video!! Love the info!! Please do it again!!

@Razgris06 Год назад

What do you guys think about Oil Catch Cans? I have one on my 3.6 JT, and it feels like I have to empty it every 1k miles, which seems frequent. Could it be hiding an underlying problem?

@SRMitchell91 Год назад

Great info. I was a Mopar tech for about 3 years but it was right before the JL. I wonder what he thinks about the ZF 8 speed. My experience has been pretty stellar over the years with them.

@tallll70 Год назад

@Sheepish Lord 8hp75 is for hemi engines 850re for smaller... they both have about same fail rate, very low though

@tallll70 Год назад

@Sheepish Lord i meant 45, yeah those higher numbers are in stronger v8s i believe

@Richard.Cabeza Год назад

Jerry was a cool guest. ALWAYS good to hear from the people that work on the vehicles.

@bROCKenBeatZ Год назад

would love another one of these, thanks to both of you for putting this out

@tonyvet2278 Год назад

Good video and info except for the death wobble. A steering stabilizer doesn't fix death wobble or prevent it. It masks it. Steering geometry, ball joints.

@TrailRecon Год назад

@shiftautowerx Год назад

Seen plenty of Jeeps with worn ball joints that do not have death wobble 🤷🏻‍♂️

@sengland207 Год назад

I would like to hear more of Jerry's opinions on eTorque. eTorque adds additional complexity under the hood, will it be reliable or a future maintenance nightmare?

@TrailRecon Год назад

I think he kind of eluded to it on the Fast Yes, No or Pass section at the end.

@sengland207 Год назад

@@TrailRecon Thank you Brad, I heard the "No", just curious about the details and his experience in his shop with eTorque configurations. Thank you for another great video. Happy Sunday to you and your family.

@garyyork6290 Год назад

@@TrailRecon he had a hard no on the 4xe. In my 2022 JLUR the small auto start battery was replace with the e-torque system. If you order the 3.6l with the auto trans then you are forced to get the e-torque. It has been used in the Rams for a bit before it was installed in the wranglers. Is there a typical failure he has seen with this system?

@TaylorFeist206 Год назад

Super knowledgable guy. Thanks for the video. Would be great to have similar talks like this with others in the industry

@turbozman1 Год назад

That was a great session, Jerry should be invited back often. Thanks Jerry, great knowledge and insite. I learned a lot.

@user-fi1xu1pp7p 4 месяца назад

If you want a ZERO problem free Jeep, then you have to get the Toyota 4runner edition 😂 JK as a Toyota fan, I own a 4runner, but want to own a Jeep too (which is why I'm here). So I mean these problems aren't too bad, so maybe one day I'll buy a Jeep.

@RockinRiosRidez Месяц назад

Hahaha facts

@Shakshuka69 Месяц назад

I've had a V8 4runner, a V6 Montero, a Jeep JKU Rubicon, and now I've kind of settled down in an 80 series Landcruiser. My Jeep experience was great. Definitely had a few issues but I've spent much more fixing the Landcruiser. Main reason I stick with the FJ80 is fiberglass roofs suck lol

@rustbeltrobclassic2512 28 дней назад

I had a beautiful JLUR, just don't get a manual transmission and you should be fine, also oil changes at 3k miles, even with full synthetic..

@Shakshuka69 28 дней назад

@@rustbeltrobclassic2512 you had problems with the 6 speed? I thought it was an improvement from the box truck manual in the JK

@rustbeltrobclassic2512 27 дней назад

@@Shakshuka69 No, there's an ongoing recall and still no fix from 2018 where they are bursting into flames, the recall replaced my clutch 4 times in my JL, the start is where the assembly squeaks, which turns into a groaning, then the assembly fuses to the flywheel, and then the heat from that causes a fire.. They didn't give me any problems replacing it, but, it was inconvenient having to go in every 1-2 years for a clutch.. Especially since my original tacoma clutch lasted almost 300k miles.. lol

@tompaoletti690 Год назад

Great segment very informative as usual. Hope he corrects flying the flag in retreat on his right shoulder. I know there is a clause regarding the flag in retreat but I can’t help notice. Semper Fi