Four Easy Upgrades for the Jeep JK / JKU

[@mike94560]

You didn't neutralize the acid. I get a hose and wash the battery tray off. I mix water and baking soda in a plastic cup. Then with a small brush I apply it to anything that looks like metal near the battery. If it foams up it had acid on it. Then I rinse it all off again. I dry everything off with paper towels. And I paint metal parts with some black spray paint. And wire brush them first if possible.

[@rickkarr9776]

mike94560, you must have some mechanical backround. As I was watching the video I felt like screaming at him to clean everything as you described! Hey everyone..do a complete job, clean everything before putting it back together!

[@RVHabit]

I like that battery, great idea. I could not believe how dirty your cabin filters were, Yikes! I'm running outside right now to check mine. Happy wheeling, Lou.

[@GrafDevelopments]

I had no idea about the cabin filters. I will be checking mine tomorrow. Most people don't know this, but when using a crescent wrench or regular open-end wrench, the working ends are, as you know, never pointed straight, they angle. This design is no accident. They are engineered this way to create a stronger "grip" on the nut or bolt. Always push or exert force on the side of the handle that's on the fixed side of the wrench or longer side of the handle. The tool is also less likely to break this way.

[@Jon-fh6nf]

I will tell you what is not easy. Those stinking spark plugs I just replaced! That was insane. Glad it’s done

[@jameskoralewski3583]

The first Optima batteries were made in the U.S. They were high quality and lasted quite a few years. Now, all the Optimas are all made in Mexico and there is quality issues with many of them and they don't seem to last as long as previous generation models.

[@rickkarr9776]

James, I am a boat dealer in the midwest. We have been selling and using Interstate batteries for more than 20 years. Just in the last couple years have the Optima line of batteries begun to fail much soonerr than before. There are several AGM batteries out the that do a better job. Do your homework guys.

[@southpawzoverland]

We had a bunch of issues with our optima, got rid of it and replaced it with a Odyssey battery. Odyssey is a much nicer battery.

[@donlum9128]

I bought my jk Rubicon in March 2007. 12.5 years & 345k miles later I custom cut a larger cab filter and install in it. I popped off the plastic screen and broke off the plastic clips leaving two posts. I then cut a larger cabin filter and fitted it securly into the duct work above the blower fan. I used one zip tie to hold screen in place. Wish I had done it sooner. I removed blower motor and washed 12 yrs of dust and crude off it. It is quite and smooth now. Should have done this a decade ago. Crawl should do video on this modification. 2011 is when cabin filters were added to jks

[@richardturk7162]

Optima batteries aren't as good as they used to be so keep that in mind. Here is a tip on the clamp used on the tie rod I found mounting the clamp where you want it and before you install the two grip screws mark their holes and unclamp the bracket. Using a drill bit or a counter sink bit and dimple the tie rod where you marked it. Re install the clamp and the two grip screws. That way the bracket won't come loose as the tie rod moves.

[@nlesiak3]

from experience, if anyone does their battery, LOOSEN the 10mm nuts that keep the terminals tight, just take tgem to the end of the bolt. you don't have to remove them completely and when the terminals pop off (like in the video) you don't lose that little slide piece that locks the terminals on ....which sucks :)

[@CRAWLTV]

Great way to keep from losing your nuts! 🥜 Haha Great comment. That was one of those hindsight “ope!” moments.

[@aphfff]

also helps to open hood all the way (sit on windshield). Then you can pull the battery straight up and out.

[@aphfff]

I see your snorkel is likely not allowing that!

[@jameskoralewski3583]

When changing a battery,, you should always clean the battery terminals and battery cable metal ends of the new battery, before installing the battery in the car. Then you should put a protectant on the terminals to prevent battery problems and corrosion in the future.

[@CRAWLTV]

James Koralewski You can’t make a 4 part Installation video without cutting some footage. We cleaned everything, AND added anti-corrosion washers when re-installing it. These weren’t skipped steps, by any means.

[@BlackKnight6667]

Great Instructions on the Cabin Filters. Never even knew I had to replace them. But you should be wearing gloves when dealing with the battery and the acid corrosion.

[@shawngrage9387]

Welcome to Florida where there is no place to crawl and if you do manage to find a place to go wheeling its either swamped out or the rangers are there to bust you as soon as you do anything fun.

[@ruready4adventure743]

I’m a huge fan of buying American when possible. The Optima brand went down south to Mexico. My go-to, made in America Odyssey battery. Preferably the model 34 in dual battery set up. Just a suggestion. Jeremiah 29:11

[@jameskoralewski3583]

Just found a great new battery for your Jeep. It's better than optima or interstate. It is an AGM battery , with long life and a great warranty. Google Odyssey batteries and check out their Extreme version .

[@Hopefaithguns]

You are gonna love that stabilizer! I wasn’t sure if the extra money would be worth it but on windy days driving down the highway..... ITS WORTH ITS WEIGHT IN GOLD!!! Lol one of my favorite upgrades so far

[@sherryb9770]

Windy driving on the highway, oh yeah!

[@MrHotshot80246]

What settings do you put yours on

[@sherryb9770]

Rubicon Rick I don’t have it yet. I was just thinking that this would be just the ticket for driving the highway in my off-road box with 2 sea kayaks on top; a future purchase.

[@Hopefaithguns]

Rubicon Rick firm for highway, especially if it's windy, and soft around town and off road. Some people leave it on the middle setting but I don't really use them middle setting.

[@stevemartinism]

I currently am running twin RC steering stabilizers and still have issues driving over 65. I have 35s and a 3” lift. Tell me more about you shock upgrade. Thanks..

[@scotts3015]

Welcome back to FL, I'm down in SRQ and have a wine bar in Lakewood Ranch if you guys ever want to swing by let me know

[@CRAWLTV]

Scott S That sounds fantastic! We’d love to!

[@theshootersedge]

Scott, we are in SRQ also. What/where is your wine bar?

[@scotts3015]

Fine Wine & Tastings on Main, it's on Main Street in Lakewood Ranch. We have a good handful of regulars who are Jeepers and have hosted a couple of events here with Sarasota Jeep Club & SRQ Pirate Krewe

[@beniaminv]

Another fellow Jeeper and illinoisian leaving :-( safe travels guys!

[@sjonhigh]

First time on this channel. Dont know the lady but love the interaction between you two when you Goof up your sentence. Looks like fun. Keep it up, expecting my 2012 JK unlimited coming week.

[@SnailTrail4x4]

Another amazing video! That's an awesome steering stabilizer. I wonder if they make them for toyotas?

[@Muffinmaster1]

I have that same stabilizer! I love it! I also recommended this stabilizer to you in a previous video :)

[@xzysyndrome]

What front bumper is that? I have never been font of stingers, but that looks badass.

[@biner626]

I’m interested in that stabilizer. Be sure to give it some good testing on some Florida trails. You might check out Tampa Jeep Krew for some insight on trails.

[@raybishop3861]

Love your videos but one question? Why do you not use power tools :) Lots of ratcheting LOL

[@mrderek800]

@CRAWL TV, do I even have cabin air filters I have an 07 JKU

[@kevinengland4675]

Good ol Newfie wrench set saves the day twice 😉

[@Dan-mj9nh]

i noticed awhile ago you had a fox stabilizer, any reason you went back to orig befor changing to Tflex falcon??

[@90volts]

Not going to strap that battery back down? I would think it would be needed more in an offroad vehicle where its bouncing around. wear and tear on those wires.

[@Intimdator3]

Your using the crescent wrench incorrectly, flip your wrench over, the fixed part of the jaw should take the resistance to what your turning, not the adjustable part of the jaws....

[@AZWESTSIDEWHEELERS]

Really great upgrades! I might get that extinguisher tray I like the location better than ours on the roll bar. I wonder if our 2010 Has Cabin air filters 🤔 if not wonder if I can add them the dust in Az is insane all year round. We put a Yellowtop Optima battery in ours just about 2 years ago when we got it and love it works perfect. I put it in for that reason no spills. And that stabilizer I’m very interested to see input back from you on different situations and how it works. Hint Hint boulder crawling feedback would probably be most helpful to me 😉. Absolutely wonderful video guys easy installs explained perfectly with a awesome outtake reel at the end to leave you laughing. Wish I could give it 2 👍 oh wait I did 🤣

[@CRAWLTV]

No idea about the 2010s 🤔 I can tell you already that driving around with that stabilizer in the “hard” setting is a lot of work 😆 Thanks for the wonderful comment! P.S. - who needs a stabilizer in the rocks? What you want then is steering assistance, not resistance 😜

[@AZWESTSIDEWHEELERS]

CRAWL TV fair enough coming soon 😉😏

[@PLH1]

I have the K land N snorkel and cold air intake bundle as well. I was wondering if you keep the water sponge in all the time, if that creates some forced air induction? I also was wondering which fender flares you are running?

[@208miuwu]

Welcome to TAMPA.

[@Jeff-ov1jr]

Thats a adjustable wrench, not crescent, (cresent is a name brand) just saying. plus you were using it backwards. all great videos though. im a fan keep up the great stuff.

[@gsdls]

Great video. Thank you.

[@joemcnamara5752]

Was wondering what part number did you purchase? On the Optima website they recommend tthe red top battery. They don't have a battery for the Wrangler. I would prefer the yellow top for its functionality. thanks

[@nismo2181]

Backwards crescent wrench...just being picky JKJK...good video

[@claudeperrault4164]

Excellent video as usual. Kudos to your camerawoman as well!

[@willlopez7875]

Thanks for the informative video! I have the red top Optima in my Jeep and it has gone through its fate share of abuse but still going strong. Currently my JKU is in the shop, probably an ignition issue since it stays on without the key in the ignition. Anyways, where in Florida did you guys move to? I would love to learn more about how to work on my own Jeep and go on adventures locally. Since bringing my Jeep over from Puerto Rico it has been in and out of the shop a lot and actually enjoying it has been minimal unfortunately.

[@CRAWLTV]

Will Lopez hey there! We’re big fans of Optima - glad to hear you’ve also had a positive experience with them! We’re in Dunedin, Florida and usually wheel around the Ocala area. Guessing you’re also in FL? When did you make the move from PR? So sorry to hear about the ignition issues - not a true Wrangler if you don’t have dash lights popping up every couple months AT LEAST, though, haha. If you’re local we’d love share some knowledge and wheeling adventures with ya sometime! Appreciate you checking out the channel and hitting us up 😊

[@willlopez7875]

CRAWL TV hey! Thanks so much for your reply. I’m super close to you guys. I’m in Westchase, FL. Moved here with my girlfriend right after the hurricane displaced us in Oct of 2017. Would love to meet up sometime after I get my Jeep back to wheel and learn from you guys. ‘Til then, ✋🏽

[@henrypierce8010]

Can the filters be put in wet? If not, how long do they take to dry?

[@GoatBastard]

hello my friend 👍... you did a great job.😉 I wanted to ask you if you noticed big differences between the new and the old Optima battery. have you got to compare them?

[@carlosfrances01]

Why you choose the yellow optima Instead of the red ones ?

[@johnturner9924]

No threadlock?

[@djennings8202]

Are you guys still running this battery? If so, how's it been for you?

[@jameskoralewski3583]

If optima batteries are so great, why don't you use their older design spiral cell yellow top batteries , instead of the old square case battery you just bought. . The round ones were AGM batteries, too, and didn't leak no matter their position. I prefer the Interstate AGM battery, which comes with a full 4 year replacement warranty and it is not prorated but full replacement.

[@CRAWLTV]

James Koralewski The battery we installed is actually a pre-production prototype that was unveiled at SEMA 2017. This isn’t the “old” design by any means.

[@jameskoralewski3583]

For years, optima touted their battery shape as round cells so they could have more surface area than square batteries of all the other manufacturers batteries. Car batteries have been square for many many years until optima came along with their round cells. If the surface area is larger with their round cells, then why did they reduce it and go back to square batteries, like the rest of the battery world uses? Why return to an inferior design when you previously had a superior designed product, according to optima? How long of a warranty did you get with that optima battery?

[@mcpuddin6106]

Optima is garbage, mine constantly goes dead if it sits more than a week.

[@jeffw7233]

Can you share what make model the light bar air defuser (not sure what it’s called) is on your 50” light bar please? I just installed one and it loud especially with the soft top on. Thanks

[@christiancottrell8148]

Hey Crawl tv! I am looking to replace my OME SS and what to buy this model. Can you share about steering feel with positive force SS and the differnce when set on soft to firm? Thanks really enjoyed the video

[@CRAWLTV]

Hey! So, this stabilizer is very cool. After rolling around for so long with no stabilizer, it definitely feels tighter, since the stabilizer dampens some of those minor shocks from bumps and stuff. Soft will be a great setting for wheeling. It’s very soft. It’s almost an off switch. Firm is very firm though. The steering doesn’t return to center after a turn it’s so firm. I expect to keep it on medium for the most part. There are definitely scenarios where all three will help out though!

[@Charlyalphatang0]

Im sure this is covered somewhere on your CH but what is that mount that you have for that antenna next to your FM antenna? Is that for a CB or HAM?

[@CRAWLTV]

Kyle Migura It’s a VHF/UHF antenna for our rugged radios RM-25R WP system. Higher clarity, longer distance coms. We absolutely loved it for chatting on the Trail to SEMA with The Powerstop Brakes crew.

[@craig28513]

Congrats on the move to the Sunshine State. The Jeep is really coming along nice. Have you done any tunes with the flashpaq? What is the true size of those tires?

[@CRAWLTV]

Thanks! So happy to be in a warmer climate! We have just the standard 87 Octane tune on our Flashpaq. The tires measure out to 36.5” so they’re pretty dang close to a true 37 😁

[@rm3432]

If you want a better everyday driving fuel economy, you can use the extreme fuel economy on your flashpaq. Of course my tire size is only 33” with a 2.5” lift; my fuel economy was better than the 87 octane tune at 65 mph.

[@rm3432]

Great video btw. Thanks for the infos.

[@BoostAndRedline]

Good stuff man, good diy’s! 👍🏼

[@Mike_hocksbig69]

LOL I love the vinyl graphics of mountains that Jeep will NEVER visit

[@Jaketm23]

I've never watched this channel before but all it took was 6 seconds to look at this other videos and see he does a load of off-roading in that Jeep. Keep your smooth-brain comments to yourself.

[@Mike_hocksbig69]

@@Jaketm23 People who build SEMA shit don't wheel.

[@steviecarbone4052]

Great video, Thank you. You two work well together!!👍

[@MrPatski1]

He said the "inward"

[@bubblebutt4201]

Good stuff

[@laospeedwagon3023]

Awwww, dude! You seriously just changed out a battery with (admittedly) seriously major acid spillage, and you didn’t clean out the tray or surrounding areas? Weak!

[@Jaybird-oo3ih]

should have poured an acid neutrilizer over the area and cleaned it out before the install, my thoughts.

[@josephthompson3320]

Mine does not open like urs.

[@ROADWARRIOR21]

what's the model number of your N&N air intake

[@region015]

Can you wright down which model battery did you get? Their web site recomends red top battery for a wrangler, but i see you got a yellow one there. thanks

[@CRAWLTV]

So, we picked this battery up at SEMA as a pre-production prototype. Since it was unveiled there, I assumed it’d be publicly available on their website by now but I couldn’t find it either. I’ll follow up with them and get a good link for it. Thanks!

[@nlesiak3]

I'm also very interested in this! how do they not have one for the jk already??? sounds like a missed opportunity for them

[@region015]

CRAWL TV i appreciate if you do that. I will be in need of replacing my stock battery very soon as its been almost 5 years now. I've heard they typically last 4-5 years. Better replace it before i get stock on upcoming camping trips this summer. Thank you

[@reeceprice4874]

CRAWL TV have you figured out which battery is was? I need one for my 13 JKU?

[@LiveFastDieFun408]

Ive been looking for this battery ended up getting an odyssey. Didnt know it was preproduction

[@ericbertrand4457]

Great video for some easy diy items. I actually recieved that stabilizer yesterday. Did yours have a lot of wobble on the pressed stud that replaces trackbar bolt? I expected swivel for movement, but not wobbling around within the ball socket. Maybe im overthinking it. Also did you reuse stock nut, or the nyloc that came with it? Thanks and subscribed!

[@CRAWLTV]

Okay, I had the exact same thought. Apparently that’s normal. I used the nut that cake with it because the Grade 8 boot that I pulled was a different thread pitch. Thanks for subscribing!

[@tallmike6598]

What brand front bumper is that ?

[@joemuehlbach1566]

Can you please share a web site or contact information for the extinguisher mounting bracket. Thanks

[@CRAWLTV]

Joe Muehlbach Yup! Here it is: grabarsusa.com/WD-Automotive/Jeep-JKU-Utility-Shelf-Bracket

[@joemuehlbach1566]

Thanks. Just ordered one.

[@ortiz73caify]

Great upgrades thanks for the information.

[@kevinengland4675]

Please tell me you cleaned out that battery tray before you installed the new battery Jarrett? And why don't you replace that 10mm bolt as well? Food for thought bud 😊

[@CRAWLTV]

The tray definitely got a good cleaning. There was a lot of battery acid to get rid of. I also wire brushed the cable ends and added anti-corrosion washers to the posts. That poor little bolt got nothing though 😂

[@kevinengland4675]

CRAWL TV the bolt is probably replaceable at your local hardware store anyways. Hope you like the warmer weather of Florida 😊 just keep the vids coming after you move is complete. Anxious to see the old CJ build as it proceeds 😊

[@CRAWLTV]

Kevin England if you could see it at this very moment... 😂 I’m about ready to light it on Fire! I can’t get three of the four wheels off it it with an 8 foot cheater bar. I need to change the tires before we leave and it’s really fighting me. Looking forward to working on it some more in warmer weather though.

[@kevinengland4675]

CRAWL TV may sound stupid but have you tried heating the lug nuts with a torch set up with a brazing tip? I've used a brazing tip to heat up clevis pins in the past on slack adjusters when doing CVIP repairs. Might work might not. At least with using a brazing tip the flame is more control able then just using a cutting torch flame.

[@robertjimmie8886]

At least wire brushed the bolt and a quick dip in some baking powder paste rinse and some paint... another 5-20 min of your life to save a down the road head ach

[@fasterthanyou7605]

Thanks for the tips!!

[@ruready4adventure743]

I highly recommend the Odyssey battery over the Optima. Odyssey’s are made in the U.S., where as the Optima is made in Mexico. Nothing against Mexico, I just want to support a company that supports American workers. #OddyseyBatteries #BuyAmerican #JesusisLord

[@JasonNeri]

I would, but the Odyssey just doesn't stack up in performance. Maybe if they step up their game?

[@stitch1007]

Great video.

[@billbeam8069]

Easy peasy

[@chetmakowski463]

Great video'

[@darrylb4048]

Nice

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[@Eah2019]

Do you even lift bro? Jk awesome video I just got jeep so thank you for video

[@CRAWLTV]

Awesome! Well, I hope you enjoy the channel!

[@justin4013]

shut up

[@FelixBoecker]

Jason from EngineeringExplained has a video on these Optima batteries: kzbin.info/www/bejne/b2rSeJanaZKnY5Y (this new flat plate design is the third one discussed)

[@DNAstatic09]

Don’t buy those batteries guys/gals!!! They switch the dc from America to Mexico

[@Robertsvideos1]

🔥

[@bubblebutt4201]

Boo to optima Odyssey battery's are better

[@CharlesMartel676]

Oh, YEAH!!!!! A chick turning a wrench!!!!! Does she have a sister??? :-)))

[@silverstategarage4834]

The only thing JK owners know how to make are payments. Talk about bought not built...

[@CRAWLTV]

Joe LOL - point at any single part that we had installed at a shop... we dare you. Purchasing performance parts and installing them yourself is exactly what “built not bought means.” If you can tell me how we can make our own AGM battery, I’m all ears...

[@IFHSP2]

Why such a dick? Enjoy the video or move on.

[@JPerks87]

Yea! Fuck off Joe!

[@ofsoundmind2687]

Optima batteries are trash now.

[@fernandoj.sulsonaanziani6195]

Why not show the detail when you screw in the fire extinguisher bracket??? Thus my dislike.