Whether as a daily commuter or an off-road beast, a Jeep easily accommodates a large variety of accessories and upgrades, suspension modifications, engine and transmission swaps, and more. Turning your Jeep into a trail-ready performer or keeping it in optimal condition is a matter of having the right tools, products, and parts and knowing what to do with them. From basic maintenance to performance upgrades to your engine, transmission and more, 101 Jeep Performance Projects walks you through the projects you're ready for. With step-by-step text, full-color photos, and project details describing the skill level, cost, time, and tools required, any Jeep enthusiast is sure to stay busy, on and off the road. SECTION 1: GENERAL MAINTENANCE

Trailhead Checklist

General Vehile Maintenance

Drivetrain Inspection

Bulb Replacement

General Lubrication

Perform an Oil Change

Perform a Gear Oil Change

Perform a Transfer Case Fluid Change SECTION 2: ENGINE

Install an Electronic Fuel Injection Conversion System

Install a Ram-Air Intake System

Install a Prefilter Snorkel

Install a Supercharger

Install an AEV HEMI V8 Builder Kit

Install a Set of Bolt-on Headers

Install a Bolt-on Exhaust System

Install an Air Filter

Install Dual Batteries

Upgrade to a High-Output Alternator

Install an Aluminum Radiator

Reprogram Electronic Control Unit for Larger Tire Size

Checking and Translating DTCs

Update an Engine Control Module SECTION 3: DRIVETRAIN

Perform a Ring and Pinion Exchange

Axle Upgrade

Convert to a Hydraulic Steering System

Upgrade a Driveshaft

Strengthen a Steering Sector Shaft

Install Axle Tube Seals

Selecting the Proper Rod End

Install an Underbody Skid Plate

Upgrade a Universal Joint

Install a Differential Cover

Upgrade to a Dynatrac Pro Rock 60 Axle

Install a Differential Breather Hose Extension and Filter SECTION 4: SUSPENSION

Replace Shock Bushings and Grommets

Adjust a Steer Stop

How to Center a Steering Wheel

Install a Long-Travel Front Coil-Over Suspension System

Select a Suspension Lift

Install a Long-Travel Bolt-in Cantilevered Coil-Over Rear Suspension System

Install a Front Air Bump System

Install Front Axle Gussets

Replace a Shock

Install Sway Bar End Links

Install Extended Length Brake Lines

Install a Steering Stabilizer

Install Rear Coil Spring Spacers

Install Front Lower Control Arm Skid Plates

Install Rear Lower Control Arm and Shock Relocation Brackets

Install a Front Winch Bumper

Install a Rear Bumper

Install a Rear Tire Carrier

Install Rock Guards

Install Steel Fenders

Install a Cargo Divider

Install Rear Corner Guards

Install Rear Taillight Guards

Install a Fuel Door Hatch

Install an Aftermarket Hood

Refinish Side Body Moldings and Fenders

Install a Front Skid Plate

Install Billet Aluminum Door Handles SECTION 6: INTERIOR

Install MasterCraft Racing Baja RS Seats

Install Restraints

Building a Roll Cage

Install Roll Bar Mounted Grab Handles

Install a Full Length Center Console

Install a Trail Table

Install Roll Bar Padding and Covers

Install Soundproofing

Install Seat Covers SECTION 7: ELECTRICAL

Install a High-Intensity Discharge (HID) Searchlight

Install Rock Crawling Lights

Install, Test, and Replace Fuses

Install a Premier Power Welder

Install an Auxiliary Switch Kit

Install a Lighted Safety Whip

Install Trailer Wiring

Upgrade Factory Headlights SECTION 8: AUDIO, VIDEO, COMMUNICATIONS

Install a CB Radio

Install an Intercom System

Install a PA and Siren System

Fabricate Audio/Video Equipment Racks

Install an Aftermarket Three-Way Component Speaker System

Install an Amplifier

Install a CB Antenna Mount

Install an Aftermarket Head Unit

Install a Global Positioning System (GPS) Unit SECTION 9: WHEELS and TIRES

Mounting Tires onto Bead Lock Wheels

Perform a Flat Repair

Replace Wheel Studs

Incorporate an Internal Bead Lock Insert into a Tire

Select the Appropriate Tires

Using and Adjusting Self-Deflating Valve Stems

Install Wheel Spacers

Select the Appropriate Wheels SECTION 10: RECOVERY and SAFETY ESSENTIALS

Choose Trail Recovery Essentials

Install a Wireless Winch Remote Control

Install a Quick Disconnect Fire Extinguisher

Install a Winch

Replace a Winch Rope Author and photographer James J. Weber draws on more than 12 years of off-road magazine experience to explain the benefits, challenges, and safety tips for each project detailed herein. Whether you're a longtime Jeep owner of new to the off-road sport, you'll return to 101 Jeep Performance Projects again and again. Subject: 101 Jeep Performance Projects. ISBN-10: 0760331642 | ISBN-13: 9780760331644

TABLE of CONTENTS:

• Dedication
• Acknowledgments
• Introduction
• How to Use This Book
• Tools and Safety
• Resources
• Index