How to Test a Starter in the Junk Yard: D&E in the U-Pull 2

We head out to the u-pull junk yard to find new starters and do a quick "how-to test a starter in the yard before you buy it". We also find some lift spring on an XJ that will fit Eric's ZJ and a CJ-7 bumper that I pull for my WJ.
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[@nobsatthistime]

Just the headake of the labor and the grease a Rock Auto Starter is about 50 new.

[@miniespeon158]

Teaching me the things my father never did lol thanks😂

[@douglascrow6940]

Put that bumper on the front of your WJ, but don't cut off anything. Turn the bumper over so that its upside down, and weld some more plate steel across from end to end making a solid platform on which to mount a winch. You could use the hitch receiver to mount the winch so that it's removable and you could move it to the back of the vehicle for winching from the rear.

[@DEInTheGarage]

That is an awesome idea actually! I had considered cutting out the center section to create a front hitch bumper, but I like the idea of using the entire thing

[@markchidester6239]

The bumper was the strongest part of that Jeep! Great find! The floor boards on my CJ7 viewed from the bottom said no parking

[@DEInTheGarage]

Haha... yea, there wasn't much to save on it (sadly) but that bumper was a good score

[@edgardiaz2361]

Can’t get enough of the u pull vids bro. I’m in queens New York and we def don’t have those u pull yards but man oh man I would live there weeknds if we did have em like u guys upstate n jersey got em. God bless man and keep the vids coming. Love every one

[@209chevymon]

All junkyards where im from dont let you in the yard with a battery jumper pack like that

[@DEInTheGarage]

Really? We have never had an issue. Where are you located?

[@209chevymon]

@@DEInTheGarage ya we can bring in batteries to drills and such but not those car jump packs im from stockton ca

[@jayzfordayz7676]

I always wanted a jeep growing up finally got one in a trade I am learning alot from you guys I have some issues with my working on getting them fixed it's a 98 jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo and one issues is the sway bar end links are hitting my spring

[@DEInTheGarage]

Is it lifted?

[@jayzfordayz7676]

@@DEInTheGarage yeah I believe a 3 inch lift if i remember right I was thinking about the rc discos but I don't want to buy them and have them not work

[@jerrywhalen2100]

I have a lazy Bendix. Is there any way to freshen it up so that it moves smoothly? And doesn't hesitate. Sometimes it doesn't kick in right away.

[@DEInTheGarage]

I have had luck cracking these open and cleaning all connections. it is a 50/50 if it works. Sometimes the tolerances are just out of wack

[@nikolauschiorgno5884]

Awesome video . That cj7 did not belong there

[@DEInTheGarage]

Agreed!

[@FORGERPRIME]

Jump pack held a charge from Dec 2017 to Oct 2017?? Jumps back in time??

[@DEInTheGarage]

Haha... D&E has a strict "please do not check our math" policy when it comes to our videos...

[@forgershammer4785]

It's ok, I math like a hockey puck, I could be mistaken...

[@jerrywhalen2100]

Hi need a little background where do you live here in Illinois there's no jeep yards to get parts just wondering new subscriber

[@DEInTheGarage]

I live in Jersey, but go to yards in PA and upstate NY

[@IAmAmirCash]

You guys think i can put 28 inch tires on my wj without lifting it?

[@DEInTheGarage]

Yes, absolutely. The stock tires on WJ (most if not all) were 29 inches anyway. I personally fit 30" tires on a bone stock WJ with no issues and 31" tires with a 2 inch lift

[@IAmAmirCash]

@@DEInTheGarage thanks for the reply Nd the info. Lovebthe channel...keep the content coming.

[@m2003h]

Im glad you're passing this knowledge on!

[@f0r3v3r_]

Thank you so much for explaining the difference in connections between the solenoid, ground, power and motor. I was testing my starter wrong and thought I bought a junk one. You cleared me up right away with your explanation! Thanks, again!

[@nobsatthistime]

The Adjustable Track Bar should have been taken.

[@DL-by8el]

Sell it to someone that has the cj and use the money for other parts. Thanks forvthe info on the fan relay. Just removed my leaky radiator. Should I replace the water pump? 04 jeep grand grand cherokee limited edition.

[@bigshortstack2929]

On that bumper.....those are not steps. They are for holding a can of gas on one and a can of water on the other. What's missing is the sheet metal shields to keep the bumper's mounting bolts from "dinging" the fuel / water cans. The shields also have slots on each side for attaching hold down straps to hold the cans in place.

[@DEInTheGarage]

Good call! I was wondering. I originally thought that might be what they were for, but I didn't know a piece was missing. thanks.

[@bigshortstack2929]

Those shield pieces can easily be made at home. Look up older photos of jeeps used in warzones especially WW2 and Korea, and some older 4-wheeling magazines, etc. and you can find many shots showing the full setup. At one time, you could buy those platforms with the shields and straps at off-road suppliers and war surplus stores. Those shields are made from 16 to 18 gauge steel, usually with some strengthening rolled ribs. I like your videos showing your trips to the salvage yards.....keep them up. Thanks.

[@bigshortstack2929]

Oh, and I forgot.....;my vote is to put it on the rear of your jeep. Being able to carry extra gas and water while off the beaten path can be a real life saver. And that type III hitch has so many inserts available to be of REAL help, too. On one of your junkyard jaunts, look for a type III hitch that bolts to the frame and get it for the front of your jeep. Bolt it to the front frame ends of your jeep and you're all set.

[@davidvoinier6008]

Question; What happens if you find a 4.0L "TUPY" head on a engine in the junkyard? Are you allowed to pull it or is it considered "sacrilege?"

[@DEInTheGarage]

Heck no.. pull it! Chances are if you dont it is going to the crusher.

[@liamstraub3394]

quality content with good guy. thank you

[@sneakthief5724]

Haha, Love the rat rod ZJ! You should put that bumper on the back of your tow WJ

[@theglitch_713]

New jeep owner. Its a lame in line 6. Hope to upgrade and make it 4wd when I have the cash. These vids are extremly helpful when it comes to parts. I'm glad I know what to look for and what to avoid now. Thanks buddy. Keep the vids comin! Cheers!

[@DEInTheGarage]

Welcome to the Jeep community! Sounds like you have a pretty awesome project planned. Good luck with her!

[@hakenkreuz7076]

@ D.T.....what year & model does not have 4WD?

[@edgardiaz2361]

If i could like ur vids 100 times I would Doug God bless man. And thank u brother. And yesssss keep doing these vids man.