Jeep WJ: Installing Iron Rock Off Road Rock Link Long Arm Cross Member

In is time to get back at the Jeep WJ and install the cross member for the long arm kit from Iron Rock Off Road. So far so good! This long arm kit is turning out nice and all the components seem to fit very well. -Enjoy!
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[@QQTrick1QQ]

If the lady thinks that's stupid I wonder what she would think of the 170k people watching you do it. lol

[@SouthMainAuto]

Haha that make you all stupid too right?

[@jakeaustin9894]

Definitely! haha

[@toysareforboys1]

15:03 lol :)

[@QQTrick1QQ]

11k subs in two weeks, Go O's!

[@papajon6715]

Hillary would say we're all deplorable. -just sayin'...

[@ozzstars_cars]

Your nut fishing skills are impressive, to say the least.

[@rsage_]

Don't let that lady take the gem out of your donut, EO. Wife's got a Nissan Leaf and I've got a diesel Jeep. When neighbors praise the Leaf, I'm quick to say that I help offset our footprint by burning some tires in the backyard.

[@SouthMainAuto]

I have a customer who has a 2500HD 6.0 Chevy and a Prius hahah his combine MPG is around 30 I figure 🤣

[@mikeholt3545]

You should have said "if you think that's stupid you should've seen what I did to your car"!

[@BigBarnV1]

Mike Holt be like the episode of fantom works where he had two different monte Carlos and brought the one that wasn’t there’s out and tried to make it there’s and then gave them the right car. Lol would be funny if he could do that.

[@sanctealphonse4510]

Eric, you shouldn't have told people this was your vehicle until the very last episode - then people wouldn't complain about a 'Fairmont' series LOL

[@malcolmyoung7866]

Haha...I see what you did there.. B-)

[@throttlebottle5906]

good idea lol!

[@bigmac965]

At 10:45 did Hannah just say "You suck."? Hahahahahaha... Man, I almost fell out of the chair laughing! Man, I love it when Hannah's there sidekicking for you!

[@tiredoldmechanic1791]

An actual torque wrench? I must be seeing things!

[@tracydiller4492]

Enjoying the Jeep project Eric, I also enjoyed the Fairmont project from ETCG. No dislikes here just enjoying any car repair or project videos as long as it's from the professional guys no offense to anyone. Can't wait to see the finished Jeep project as always until next time PEACE.

[@SuperDave21]

I absolutely love your channel.... you don't edit out goofs, you're real and honest. My kinda mechanic...! Great helper you've got there too Mr. O.... Cheers from Oklahoma!

[@jimmyturner3715]

I think your idea drilling a hole and plug weld in that bracket in the place is a damn good idea and it would have taken you but just a few minutes to do it.

[@twig3288]

For the threaded insert plate, try using a magnet to position it. Reduce your torque setting to allow for the fluid film's lubricant effect.

[@jacmccauley7581]

That lady must not watch your KZbin channel

[@marty0715yt]

Bitch slapped by a customer!! Well--We in the Hummer community always say, if you can't crawl with the big boys, Raise it higher and add chrome!! LOL

[@HUBBABUBBADOOPYDOOP]

At my Friends garage- he Professionally does the complete Fluid Film service; drill holes where needed, spray inside stuff, then rubber caps. A trick/tip for you & others: get a 1 or 2 quart sauce pan, and either a propane or electric hot plate (he uses a plastic container in a microwave) and heat the Fluid Film to 200F. When sprayed hot- it creeps better, and goes way further in coverage amount. Remember- the "lubricant" in the aerosol can is NOT the same formula as the "undercoating" stuff. There is a noticeable difference. 2-3 HOT quarts should be enough for your entire Jeep. Shove lengths of wire or zip ties in door, sill, and other small drain holes to prevent clogging, remove afterwards.

[@badgerpa9]

Crazy lady showed the true meaning of assume. Sad how dumb we people are sometimes. Good job whallering out the hole though that is a screamer. Looks like you will lower the center of gravity by a bunch before this is done.

[@f.k.burnham8491]

As a weird thought, you could have shoved a small magnet into the frame to hold the "nut plate" in place, so it wouldn't easily shift. I used that trick quite often to hold nuts in place in electronics equipment. I would also hot glue a string to the magnet, so I could remove it easily.

[@garymaris9471]

Ya may have to cut back on the caffine, ie. Trans cross member removal, whew!! LoL....

[@mikesworld60]

WOW, Right in the feel's! LOL......Sounds like your gonna have to strap on the cup when working on the WJ.

[@SouthMainAuto]

Yeah I guess so, didn't think i would get kicked right in the nuts in my own shop haha

[@wyattoneable]

Another Jeep video, you just made my Monday.

[@mattg2226]

Look at the underside of that thing. I remember you showing it to me for a second when I was there. So nice without that NY rust ! Even though I'll miss the ability to bring my vehicles to you, I am glad I left NY for TN. Hopefully my next vehicles will have that same nice clean non-destroyed under side.

[@michaelblacktree]

If you wanted to be controversial, you could call it "Dubyah". 😝

[@brettsuydam7457]

To be fair to lady: She probably assumes that 'whoever' is lifting the Jeep isn't going to actually use it off road. There are quite a few mall crawlers in the world.

[@stephenlutz123]

A guy I know has a 4WD F-150 with a raised, custom suspension, 32 inch mudders and heavy duty skid plates, the works. It has never been off a paved road. WHY?!?

[@benjaminstockton3917]

Good video Eric O. Your doing a good job can't wait for the next one thanks for showing us your jeep build

[@FrankRuiz66]

And where's the Taylor machine being mounted?

[@danekeeper1]

ugggghhhh, shouldn't be "Project OJ" Mr."O"

[@bobspurloc]

Oh my god! I thought Hanner was gone! ;( lol older video ;(

[@davidoverstreet0246]

My response to the lady . Yeah lady your the one paying for the lift kit.

[@SouthMainAuto]

Shhhh, we don't like to tell them directly haha

[@JacobEcret]

@@SouthMainAuto haha

[@sirchomps]

Sorry Mr.O, It took me a minute to get to the video. I was having a jam session watching a MEATLOAF LIVE concert on the KZbin! Lol! Love all the vids! Diags and WJ ! Turning wrenches with Brake Clean wafting through the air! Pure heaven! Just a tidbit you maybe interested in, a KZbinr I follow has a vid on repairing Milwaukee air ratchets. Actually I think it may have been a battery powered one,but anyway,doublewide6 ! Hope that's legal to mention. Not trying to plug his channel or anything. Keep all the vids coming!

[@lukeloader]

If you told her how much that Snap On torque wrench cost, she'd say that was stupid too! I'm not making fun of your tools I have the 3/8 and1/2 inch versions of that torque wrench.

[@SmittySmithsonite]

Beginning at 15:03 ... Sounds to me like someone's ex-boyfriend/husband drives a lifted Jeep WJ ... 🤣 I'm really looking forward to some off-roading vids when this is all done! 😎 I have to live vicariously through you, since our state gov't deemed off-roading EXTREMELY illegal. They're convinced taking a motor vehicle off the road might hurt some trees' feelings .. or injure the 3-toed, 4-assed, speckled toad - can't have that now!. Trees have more rights than we do in this ridiculous state! 🙄 But, weed is legal. Go figure ...

[@ToXSicK1340]

Awesome Video.... Thank You Mr. O'!!!

[@drgonzo3237]

Just what I needed on my Monday!

[@keithy4129]

That exhaust clamp tho, it would drive my ocd crazy lol.

[@SouthMainAuto]

One stud is left long for the ground straps that hook to it, good eye, i just did not have them on at the time. OEM :)

[@ericcorse]

You almost got bit by a double donger.

[@Just2362]

You and scannerdanner are the only two I turn the adblocker off for!

[@throttlebottle5906]

:O *gasp* @ d-d-d-d-disable adblocking

[@chrisparenti2461]

You sally! Reading directions and a torque wrench, what has sma come to?😱...... besides what do silly paying customers know, .....NOTHING! “My cars broke, fix it!” No real appreciation for their vehicles. Keep up the good work Eric 👍🏻👍🏻🍻

[@williegillie5712]

I gotta say that kit is lining up pretty good so far. Can hardly wait to see the finished product.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Great video Eric O

[@danielvaldezaguirre]

170k folks subscribed and no KZbin Play Button?

[@SouthMainAuto]

Nope, I dunno if they are still doing that or not? Not even sure where to go to get it . Oh well it is all for the people :)

[@danielvaldezaguirre]

As per kzbin.infoen-GB/yt/creators/awards/ it says: Getting Your Award Once your channel qualifies, we'll notify you about redeeming the award. All you'll have to do is sign in to the Awards Redemption Portal and enter your information. After we receive your info, you can expect your award to arrive in 6 - 10 weeks. You should have gotten some type of email check for spam.

[@danielvaldezaguirre]

2X the amount of people living in your entire Steuben County, NY area, we the people want to see that silver button!

[@SouthMainAuto]

I am chatting with a YT person as we speak, she is checking into this. thanks for reminding me. I will let you know what she says :)

[@SouthMainAuto]

Ok so here is the deal. "Anne" the lady I was talking with at YT, said she went ahead and verified my channel and has contacted a team of specialist to look into my account to see why i did not receive the code yet in my YT dashboard. She says she will email me in the next week or so with an update. So we will see. I am only one of a billion users haha

[@garyd.7294]

Hey Eric, hats off to the WJ lift! YOUR LUCKY to be wrenching on a. "southern vehicle". I have to replace everything under my 2000 Grand, every time l crawl under l find something else( northern Delaware).Thanks, good work!

[@Kimdino1]

Hey, Eric! What's that purty li'l hand appearing at about 11mins in? If that's all we get to see of Hannah then we'll have to make do. It's good to see she's getting the confidence enough for some solid banter remarks, go for it, Hannah! Shame, for us viewers, that she's back to school but I hope she does well in her nursing carrier. Nursing people, that is, as she's already proven herself in nursing the old crocks that some of your customers bring in. Edit: after seeing next video..... Or perhaps it was Marie? In either event both bring light into the videos. Eric, you must remember that, while you are the focus of the viewers, Mrs O, Hannah, Marie, Trinity, et al all add desired colour. I believe I can speak for all in saying that, while customers are just background noise that allows your shop to exist, we love to see the others involved that makes your videos MUCH more than just a spanner waving exercise.

[@xoxo2008oxox]

Eric, you need to have a contest to name the Jeep WJ. Let's see, "SonovaHoohah" ? Jeepinator? JeepyMcJeepFace? (for the fans across the pond!). So...don't worry about that lady. I mean, who would be dumb enough to pay a mechanic to lift a Jeep? :P

[@Bobbywolf64]

You likely could have skipped the t-case drop spacers. The SYE adds lots of length so driveline vibes wouldn't be an issue. Unless maybe there was somewhere the driveline may hit? Keeping everything tucked up as high as possible to prevent hanging up on a rock or stump is always a good idea. When I put the SYE in my YJ, (TINY rear DS), I was able to remove my t-case drop and tuck the belly up.

[@rokuplayz464]

I know your channel isn't specific around engines and specs related to engines but I've watched a few of ur videos and I have a question- I have a 97 Ford ranger with a 4.0 V6 and 3 inch exhaust, the power band is not necessarily something I would call healthy but Ford built the engine the way it is but.... Peak power is just under 4200 rpm and redline is 5500 rpm but between peak power plummets dramatically all the way to redline from peak power and the problem I see with this is that that's pretty much 1300 rpm not being used so my question is what do I need to do to move peak power closer to the redline and inturn increase power without it dropping dramatically

[@richardstillman8277]

Eric, are you aware of the dangerous placement of the fuel tank on that WJ? If not, just google it. I had a friend that got rear ended and the vehicle turned into a fireball. Fortunetly he was not hurt. Anything you could do to protect against the danger?? Just my 2 cents. Be lovin' those videos. GOOD JOB.

[@jkguitarfreak95]

ughhhhh! project fairmont pt 2! soooo many videos! haha, just kidding. i enjoy the project style videos! keep 'em coming man! also, i'mma be in upstate NY next month, whats a good place to get that maple stuff you were always eating when you were doing your livestreams?

[@bucksmkr12ga]

Troubles are coming big daddy. But then you already know that dont ya? LOL That Jeep is sure nice underneath.

[@marty0715yt]

I can not believe how clean that underside is!!!! Did they ever drive that jeep in the rain??? Not even mud up there! Sumptin is very fishy----

[@thomasgriest4062]

Hey Eric, I just watched the sway bar link vid and my 01 jeep wj has been rattling for a bit on the rough county roads, would the same rules apply for it also? There seems to be ALOT of linkages and tie rods under there.I had the outer tie rods replaced a few months ago and my tire wear seems to be ok. A BIG thanks in advance!!!!

[@Just_Your_Average_Guy]

A few years down the road, some young man is NOT going to believe his luck when he realizes the young lady he's dating is also pretty darn capable, or at least knowledgeable, in mechanics. I love the relationship you have with both Mrs. O and Hannah. Very cool.

[@mattwagner7489]

That lady must not watch KZbin, there's your problem lady. Wait Eric owns a real torque wrench..Who knew!

[@rickowens4397]

Not a fan of all that off-road stuff. Your obvious excitement and enthusiasm is contagious, though! Nice work! Umm...stainless steel fasteners??? Just a thought.

[@livalittle100]

I like these videos and the diag and the nuts and bolts.

[@terrygoyan]

It's worse then you think lady. I'm not even getting paid to do this! Aligning those nuts would have driven me "nutty". I'd like to point out that just because you can do it does NOT mean we can do it. We don't have Mrs. O to help! Another great video.

[@ryguy57106]

I don’t know why , but the fast forward made me laugh my ass off!!!! Reminded me of a Charlie Chaplin movie !!! 😂😂

[@blackeyechevy]

I do not know why but I was so shocked that a torque wrench made it in a video! Has to be his least used tool in the shop! How often do you have to get your elbow re-calibrated for proper torque?

[@SouthMainAuto]

Bust out a torque wrench now and then just to keep yourself in tune :)

[@davenwpg1]

Love your show..Crew chief UH-1 US Air Force..Now I keep B-52H air borne :)

[@ahwee77329]

sometimes with the digital torque wrench,when you tried to torqued it,you know your close to the torque spec, but it still doesnt beep. i usually drop down the torque spec like to 30, 50 then 65ft/lb.then it will beep. if you keep going and tried to torqued to 65ft/lb ,it will either strip or break.

[@pilotsimms535]

Any vid with Miss Hannah is a win!!! She knows what Eric is going to do before he does. What's this ride question ?? She should be test driving that beast while the suspension travel is inspected.

[@sstocker31]

Man....I'm missing the (insert bold sound here ) Brakeclean!!

[@michaelowen1750]

Torque Wrench sounds like the Showcase Show down... got a winner with 65 ...

[@SouthMainAuto]

Just need Drew and a skinny mic haha

[@elcheapo5302]

I've been perusing craigslist for a 99-04 WJ. You sir, are a bad influence.

[@eazytoribio2695]

I really appreciate that videos everyone does showing how to do it but no one really ever explain what effect it has and what kind of benefits the installation of certain things do so I really never know if they are worth buying and installing if you could kinda explain why someone should put these on their vehicle would definitely make these videos 💯 % more watchable

[@jamesu]

I would have tacked or wired a handle onto that insert. They are quite a pain even with a handle. Great job! even if someone pays you to install a lift kit. Ha Ha

[@rodneyhutton4502]

Hi Eric Could you have used a large magnet to alighn the plate? Cheers

[@clapsk8]

How about Project 'O'?

[@WBOS72]

How about the ‘O’ J?

[@rrmech11]

That would be a Ford Bronco. Lol

[@SouthMainAuto]

Haha yes a White 95 Bronco (Full size)

[@devilsadvocate1218]

Eric, as a long time viewer of your channel, I have a suggestion for a video. How about showing us the process of how you edit and upload your videos to youtube. I think many of us would find it most interesting to see the way you put them together to such a professional standard

[@DangNguyen-my3wd]

That's some sick recursive fetish, man. He'd have to edit the video of him editing videos.

[@bill3641]

13:50............Can I drive it ?...................................................., Maybe,..............................WOW!

[@KenLyns]

Remove lower control arm, stick magnet/pliers into frame rail to hold the ganged nut?

[@mark98070]

I agree with the lady. Stupid to raise the center of gravity on these vehicles. Just kidding :)

[@gregorythomas333]

For the lady who hit you in the feels: Imagine how she would feel knowing that SHE is helping pay you to buy all the parts & install it :)

[@throttlebottle5906]

almost cannot wait to see the final mall crawling kid hauling jeep completed. we all know that's where it will be when not garage parked :)))))

[@MrNarkis]

greeting viewers and welcome to the south man* on channel good job youtube your CC its awful

[@Formerlywarmer]

“Exactly the same just a lil different” 😂 Great video .

[@rollenschultz2707]

Use a stud in one hole aline plate screw bolt in other hole, remove stud and finish bolting plate.

[@SouthMainAuto]

Where were ya a month ago ROLLEN!?

[@chrissweisberger7509]

should put a string to the brackets before sliding them into frame in case they shift ,you can pull them forward

[@kennethtibbitts6641]

HANNAH WILL BE GOING BACK TO SCHOOL; SOON ?

[@jetzombie]

What camera are you using now? The clarity is crisp. How did the new Jeep hat fit?

[@SouthMainAuto]

Like a glove! TY! A Cannon, kinda like the Handicam. Pretty small and handy :)

[@jetzombie]

Great to hear! Looking to replace my sony's because low lighting issues. Thank you again for doing the video's.

[@traceysumner9098]

I definitely agree with Ozzstar on your fishing skills!

[@keithhastings4092]

Hope there’s enough room for the bolt and nut for the new upper arm. It appears tight with the fuel/brake lines running thru there...

[@johnrobinson357]

The only time it really ends ( if you own a jeep ) Is when it's sold/ or bone yard. Till then keep the tool box open. : )

[@EverydayOffRoad]

From an old Jeep guy to you.... IT never ends. IT constantly WANTS work/upgrades. Keep up the good work.

[@SouthMainAuto]

Just Empty Every Pocket right!?

[@EverydayOffRoad]

I have an XJ, ZJ and a WJ, so I have NO MONEY

[@SouthMainAuto]

HAHAHA MAN you must be BROKE! I can only afford one at a time

[@EverydayOffRoad]

To be honest the XJ is SLOWLY being turned into a full-time trailrig. The ZJ is my dd/pt off road toy and the WJ is the Mrs dd. Come to think of it...yeah I AM BROKE

[@EverydayOffRoad]

Good thing I have a day job. Not established enough (yet) with my KZbin channel to get monetized..haha

[@billmaxfield7831]

Jeep!!!Geeeeeezzzzzz!!Good luck with this beast, She is clean tho!

[@Paul1958R]

Looks good - stay happy!! SMA#1 God bless paul

[@MrSrtman18]

Spray some fluid film on the donger. It will be ok.

[@MrBlaser51]

Fun to watch that I the can figure out what year the episode is by the impact tools you use???!!!

[@davidcraven277]

Try studs to hold the plate. Install plate remove 1 stud at a time it won't move

[@63Arnast]

Easy way to put any nuts behind the frame if you can't get your fingers in there to hold it is to weld a strong wire to the nut like some towbar installations do that way you can maneuver the nut more and hold it at the same time

[@mikedayitt]

should have taken the part you have inside trying to get the bolt screwed on and put a little bigger champher on it to make the bolt start easier OR taken the bolt and champher a little bit on a belt sander pr grinder to make it slightly pointer to start it easier

[@R.E.HILL_]

The add ons that made you cry like a little girl? ☺

[@malcolmyoung7866]

Think Sheba's 'Husky' wails drown out Eric's swearwords and lamentations....(at least here in southern Spain)...those who live in Avoca may know different..?

[@michaelrobinson3127]

Hannah made me laugh, shes a screamer lol. Maybe it was just me but that was funny.

[@michaelherbert8213]

Haven't seen you use your hammerhead impact in a long time..

[@kamdaddypurp3341]

I would’ve been like oh that’s mine lol she would’ve been like oh really it looks good

[@BubbaIXI88]

that was an awesome video. no brake cleaner or classic reach arounds again but i reckon the nut plate wranglin inside the frame was somewhat a reach around

[@Dr_Dungheap]

Short studs or all thread rod could be used to hold the nut plates in place. But fishing seems to work too!

[@geraldolmstead1335]

At GM we would take a mag welder and pop the fastener so the wire would weld to it than cut the wire to desired length then you can fish the fastener in with the wire as a guide.

[@bryanlatimer-davies1222]

If you use bolts with the heads cut off to hold the nut plate in position as you fit the bracket you can then remove them one at a time and bolt it down and a piece of string on the plate helps as well

[@adamtrombino106]

She's gettn there... And after all is said and done, the weak link will be the trans..

[@mikethompson7290]

that exhaust looks like a chunk of 3" water pipe...