SimonandSimonBeast Build

[Bill2014]

Looks like a nice clean job!

[SimonandSimonBeast]

Thanks. Definitely one of the more tedious jobs I've done. Need more elbows and smaller hands to do this job.

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[SimonandSimonBeast]

Just added a couple of 4" pipe couplers to add strength and help leak proof the 2 intake tube joints. I credit this idea to Justin. I highly recommend doing this as part of the install, not afterwards. I had to undo a bit of my work to sneak these couplers in.

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[SimonandSimonBeast]

Here are the pics

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[SimonandSimonBeast]

Looky what ol' St. Nick brought for me...

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[SimonandSimonBeast]

Installed the Abel Swaybar Bypass today. I have to say Dave makes job easy, and works perfectly. Here is the step-by-step. This may be redundant for some people, but might be helpful to others.

First step, disconnect wire harness from smart bar.

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[SimonandSimonBeast]

Next remove 3 bolts attaching smart bar housing and detach.

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[SimonandSimonBeast]

Next insert PVC spacer into housing still attached to the truck.

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[SimonandSimonBeast]

Drill small hole in smart bar module plastic webbing, insert E clip to groove in shaft, attach zip tie through hole and above E clip on shaft, retract shaft and tighten zip tie and affix rubber tip on shaft.

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[SimonandSimonBeast]

Affix dielectric grease on module gasket, affix clear plastic cover over module and press against grease.

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[SimonandSimonBeast]

Apply provided silicone sealant to new actuator motor and screw it to the aluminum adapter plate. I used slide channel pliers to snug it up carefully. Attach adapter plate to smart bar housing using provided bolts. I used a little blue locktite. Torque to 37 lbs once on truck.

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[SimonandSimonBeast]

Apply sealant to housing still attached to the truck. Press on smart bar module, affix OE bolts and torque all bolts to 37 lbs. Reattach factory harness and new override harness. Use dielectric grease on both harness clips.

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[SimonandSimonBeast]

Run override harness up toward fuse block (I ran mine down before attaching to the module...gravity helps). Drill hole in fuse block housing to run red wire into fuse block. Attach add-a-fuse wire provided. Remove proper fuse from block and insert it into empty slot on add-a-fuse connector. Seal spot where wire enters housing. Insert add-a-fuse in proper slot (#77 on my '13). Close housing. Run black ground wire to body ground bolt. Secure wire harness in engine bay with zip ties as needed.

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[SimonandSimonBeast]

Drill hole in clutch plate cover large enough to route remaining wire harness through hole. Apply sealant once wire is routed through hole. Use zip ties as needed.

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[SimonandSimonBeast]

I drilled and inserted the control button in the same small dash panel that I installed my KC aux light switches in. I connected the ground wire to the same bolt I attached my aux light switch ground wires under the dash. Secure extra wires with zip ties as needed. Done.

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[Retired BLM Rig]

Nicely done!

I should just have you write my next set of instructions.

[SimonandSimonBeast]

Lol...yeah, I was kind of thinking it was redundant since your instructions are so good. It really was one of the easier mods I've done. Maybe if some people on the fence see it in my build, they will pull the trigger.

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[SimonandSimonBeast]

I know this isn't a Power Wagon, but now I have a build 2.0. picked up this 2005 LJ for my 18 yr old son. Now it is the father and son build. I will have to decide between this and my wagon from a budgetary standpoint.

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[Mule007]

Nice looking rig to start your build!

[RustyPW]

Nice way to start your son out. My neighbor redid 3 Jeeps for his 2 kids. The one got totaled.

[TommyG]

Great project. Enjoy the father son time!

[SimonandSimonBeast]

I had a '97 TJ I bought new. Drove it for 11 years. Loved wrenching on that and wheeling it. I really liked the LJ idea when they came out. So capable when they get lifted while getting a little more usable interior space. I was lucky to find this nice specimen nearby.

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[Mule007]

May you & your son enjoy many good times w the rebuild & use

[PWJouster]

your son just chose the best possible first vehicle.

[SimonandSimonBeast]

Thanks guys. Looking forward to wrenching and wheeling with him. Already spent a few hundred on bringing the interior, which wasn't bad, up to date. Rough Country seat covers, Weathertech mats, Grabbars, bluetooth JVC marine spec stereo and Infinity speakers all around. Next mods will probably be sliders and diff guards, before we tackle lift, tires and driveline. Got to eliminate that slip yoke for sure. Any suggestions based on experience are welcome.

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