WJ Fuel Tank Skid Plate - Remove and Replace

[@jayabraham4377]

I just did this job past few days and few tips: 1. This job takes time. Plan accordingly. I ended up doing a lot more then just changing the skid plate, but estimate maybe 4-5 hours if just doing this replacement. 2. Since I had ‘check engine light’ on for EVAP codes, now is a great time to also fix these issues. I thought removing the rear bumper (lookup youtube videos) was helpful which easily exposes all of the EVAP parts to find any leaks. YOu tube also has videos on how to make a smoke machine using common parts at home. 3. Run the gas as low as possible to make the job easier. I had it down until the overhead console computer said ‘0 miles until empty’ and still drive it maybe another 5-10 miles beyond that point. Keep a gas canister in the Jeep in case you run dry. 4. The gas tank straps don’t come with the Dorman skid plate. You need to purchase separately. If your skid plate is rusted, your gas tank straps will also be in bad condition. These also require two nuts and 5/16” bolts 2” long which you also need to purchase separately. 5. I had a lot of rust behind the rear wheel wells on the body of the vehicle. Also cleaned that area and applied POR15 according to the instructions. 6. The skid plate has 2 locations (driver side) that have clips for wire management. Passenger side also has 2 fasteners that bolt to a heat shield for the exhaust pipe. 7. There are 3 brackets in total that also bolt to the skid plate. Two of them are at the rear which connect to the hitch mount. The third is in front of the skid plate towards the drives side. Removing the rear driver side wheel may also help remove the 3rd bracket but not necessary. I applied POR15 to these as well. New part looks great and can have peace of mind tank won't fall out!

[@tammynewpage6520]

I never knew there were so many types of 5/16 bolts until today. OMG ... So, I'm guessing I need the full thread, galvanized but, WOW. There are 6 different grades of steel and I'm way outta my element here.

[@michaellayman8832]

The Colorado climate has been more than accommodating to the WJs I've seen salvaged, as I am on my second WJ after two hit and runs retired my 4.7. Luckily I had not installed my $25 OEM skid plate from the local yard yet, so now it's going on my 4.0 before I have serious problems. Wish me luck! Doug, thanks a bunch for all the videos and inspiration! You and the usual WJ suspects have been life savers over the past 3 years. Also, if your people in the rust belt have dreams fresh OEM skid plates, dreams can come true. I bet I could round up about 50 of them today. $25, usually already pulled off and waiting to make dreams someone's reality. Meet me half way, say Indy? ; ). Seriously, axles, knuckles, calipers, it's all good in the yard out here.

[@nathancook6971]

I'll gladly meet in Indy! Bring enough to set up shop, because the yards around here don't even have rusty ones anymore lol

[@davegraves987]

Gotta tell you, I just found a Grand Cherokee At a very decent price. Checked it out pretty good in a walk-around and was in great shape except....When I crawled underneath, I found the exact same thing with the skid plate. Now, I know what it will take to do the job. Thanks very very much. Your video was great help.

[@ProjectDanH]

Holy Halliburton Doug!!! My POR15 senses were tingling when I saw that rusty skid plate split apart!!! Down and Dirty under a jeep always makes a great video! I love how you went the extra mile painting up those braces! 🙌🙌🙌 Thank you for the shout out brother! Great Job!

[@dailyfilmfix469]

He didn't follow the recommended manufacturer installation instructions.. The rear bumper was supposed to be completely removed, the fuel pressure relieved at the fuel rail and all necessary connections to the gas tank disconnected before re-installation of the new skid plate.. It must be re-installed in the correct manner.. 😄 😄 😄 😄

[@DJ-fn3jm]

I'm also in NJ with an XJ & a WJ. Learned the way to ALWAYS wear googles or glasses under a NJ jeep. 👁😄😄 Thanks for the vid.

[@ninjabbjay]

“I’m not amused right now” - we’ve all been there at least once haha glad you did the danH treatment (I was thinking POR 15 throughout the whole vid) hate rust!

[@DEInTheGarage]

Yea, I was considering painting the steel where the tank mounts up, but it was totally clean with the factory coating intact, so I left it

[@taylanventura9263]

Man but

[@hoodwalker802]

Thank you for this video! Watched it several times, and it was really helpful! And I'm feeling the pain, rust belt Indiana!

[@soundboydesign1373]

Canada here...bout to do mine, nice...tie end of hitch to jack stand, even bungee it lol...keep turning that wrench... one love

[@pennypackmtb2542]

Hope my swap out goes as smooth as yours. My Jeep's rusty bolts have been fighting me since I started refurbishing it about a year ago. I too work in my driveway, using my legs to operate the jack. So now I know the trick. That skid plate was scary. Imagine how many others are on the road like that. Can't be any different here in Pa then it is in NJ. Thanks and wish me luck.

[@Kenettino]

Thank you for the video. Using straps to hold the tank up while mounting new plate helped me today a lot as I was mounting aftermarket tank skid plate. Take care!

[@legendarymoss8514]

I live in Jersey as well and I have a wj and this same thing happened and this helped me fix it thank you

[@DEInTheGarage]

Glad to help a fellow Jersey Jeeper!

[@nohandlexyz]

How did you get the ratchet straps under the tank while the skid plate was over it?

[@andrewferraro8568]

I'm half way though swapping mine. Got the skid out and tank strapped up. I'll get the new one on tomorrow. Thanks for the tutorial it helped a lot!

[@chewbaccac-3po129]

I'm about to replace gas tank skid also on my jeep cherokee 03 . Thank you for the video I hope I can do it myself . I'm not a mechanic but I think I can do . Thank you for sharing

[@danhambrick6331]

Nice job Doug.It looks like it went pretty smooth.

[@DEInTheGarage]

This install was so smooth I keep waiting for something to go wrong. As you all know, my installs are rarely this smooth

[@larryloper6223]

I just replaced mine on a 2002 I drilled the spot welds that hold the extra skid plate in the center. And it was all bare metal under it and it made for a nice little spot to hold lots of road salt. Then I painted the entire thing and parts with a thick coat of black brush on implement paint. It's not an off road toy so I'm not gonna miss the extra plate in the center.

[@KJsProjects]

If you don't curse while working on your jeep, did you really fix it?

[@ProjectDanH]

LMAO 😂. I bet he's saving the R rated version for Instagram like that WJ radiator rant! 🤣🤣🤣

[@DEInTheGarage]

HAHA... That is how I will have to do it in the future. I usually have to do a LOT of editing to try to find a KZbin worthy version without my colorful language

[@KJsProjects]

@@DEInTheGarage that's one of the reasons i like your vids and one of the reasons I don't make my own, lol.

[@floob247]

I never really curse because I already know anything that can go wrong will go wrong 😂

[@JJK-le2yj]

Nice video and tips! I'm stuck in Jersey with ya 😢 and this is on my long term to do list on my 04 WJ. Hope you're still on the road with your WJ!

[@JJK-le2yj]

Just did mine yesterday. What a PITA! No fun at almost 240,000 on my rust belt 04 Laredo. Since I don't have the bumper cover with the hitch cut out, I found it easier to remove the whole thing. Had real fun sliding the ratchet straps between the skid and tank.😢 Thanks again for the video

[@TheBeardedJeeper]

Wow that’s insane. Glad you got it all fixed. Rust sucks!!

[@DEInTheGarage]

Yea buddy. I know you know the struggle

[@tinadipaulo1602]

Thank you for the video. Helped me decide that I will in fact be taking to my mechanic to do it. My shoulders are like... NOPE

[@wbball15]

Thanks for sharing. 271k miles on my 2004. Iowa. Likely gonna replace this year.

[@addisonsteiner6473]

Thanks. Your video helps me as I do one of these on my Jeep.

[@tomfaretra2129]

Rustbelt, 2000 WJ, currently replacing fuel tank shield alone and I have hit the wall. I ran down the fuel supply to just under "E" (there's likely another 1-2 gallons inside). Those bolts were a trial of PB Blaster, pipe-lengthened breaker-bar and impact wrench work, but I got them out intact. In my attempt to partially dismantle the original tank/shield assembly I have threaded ratchet straps through and between the tank and shield. The tank is now suspended by straps and the shield, with floor jack underneath, appeared ready to be lowered away from the still fully connected tank, but I cannot free the steel tank straps. I backed away from my dilemma perplexed, tired, aching and hungry, leaving the job in it's current state so I can pause, think, regroup and ask for tips/guidance as I ponder having painted myself into a corner, so to speak. The steel tank straps are preventing me from dropping the shield as they pass over the top and front of the tank. Each strap is locked under weight/tension into a keyway. Visualize an upside down "T", where the clearance slot for extracting the steel strap is ~1.25" from the top. There is not enough wiggle room to coax the strap far enough to release it through the keyway. I think that if I raise the shield to cradle the tank then release the ratchet straps such that the tank is resting within the shield, I can then lower the jack to gain strap wiggle clearance and get them out of the keyways BUT how far is too far before fuel lines and etc. are stressed potentially to the breaking point? Short of telling me that I'm a fool... What do you think? What would you do at this point? Should I give-in and depressurize the fuel rejection system then disconnect all the lines so I can just drop the whole shit-show?

[@jaysmith5084]

I would put fluid film on it now and everything else around it to keep it rust free for years to come . Glad they don't have steel tanks or you would be doing that too like I did on my nephew's ZR2 Blazer it got the works 😂 Chevy's love rust and money !

[@DEInTheGarage]

I did a tank in my buddies S10.. not fun! I think I am going to spray it with silicon grease this winter

[@bammbamm12]

Just watched for the fun of it :) Good job!.

[@jpl3k]

Looking at the same on both of my WJs right now. Parsippany, NJ

[@wildbill23c]

I haven't got it installed yet, just got hole locations marked, but getting ready to install a factory class 2 receiver hitch on my bronco 2...it'll work for what I need, which isn't anything, for the price and for a rare factory hitch I wasn't going to pass up the $25 find....I used my mower/atv lift to hold the receiver hitch in place while I marked the holes, it worked awesome for that, so when I get the holes drilled and get ready to mount the receiver hitch I'll use that mower/atv lift to hold it up in place while I get the bolts started.

[@johndave132]

Figures you also live in NJ, I’m about to tackle the same job. Thanks for the video now I know what to expect

[@DEInTheGarage]

Gotta love that Jersey salt. Good luck with it

[@fatboy21703]

Thank you very much for the video! I did this on my 2004.

[@fleetofwjs1893]

Just finished replacing the skid plate on the 04 WJ, more or less following the methodology shown in this video. Watching the video ahead of time was very helpful, email me your address and I'll send you a set of WJ tow hooks as a sign of my gratitude. 😎 p.s. since the subject came up in several of the comments, FYI that the new Dorman brand that I bought on line came without the straps. One from the previous install was salvagable, but the other was rusted in two. I ended up picking up another strap from the Pull-A-Part yard. I have to admit, replacing the straps was probably the biggest pain in the rear end of the whole process, at least for this aspiring monkey with a tool box.

[@DEInTheGarage]

I had the same issue with the straps which is why I forgot to film them. Fought with them so long that I forgot I was supposed to be doing KZbin things. haha. Glad to hear you got yours in

[@sjhotz]

Your a trooper Doug!

[@garyd.7294]

Hey Doug, getter' done! Cool video!! Great plan of attack!, more satisfying than changing oil. BUT beware of some Dorman replacement parts. Don't buy a Dorman hood release cable. The molded "pot metal" snatch pin @ the hood release end has NO over sized rounded boss to keep it from pulling through the latch bracket like the factory. Thanks Dude, keep'm com'n.

[@DEInTheGarage]

Yikes! I will steer away from that part

[@outdoorsmansgarage]

That brand-new shiny skid plate looks great I have one question though the straps holding the gas tank in did you replace those or just put the skid plate up aren't you afraid of it chafing a hole into the gas tank

[@DEInTheGarage]

No, i put the straps on. I didnt have new bolts for them, so I could bolt them down at the time of filming. I guess I kind of glazed over that aspect a bit

[@carpentermckee]

Informative video thanks. Did mine today and had a mouse nest in the same spot!

[@fjb666]

Doin the same thing on the job now. Even in a lift and with a trans jack it's a pain, this rust is crazy, customer brought new skid plate and 1 new strap but needs other strap also, fuel pressure line and filter.

[@Cardmonger]

My wj has 200k and now im like,” shit, i should see how much that plate is.”

[@logisticsthenovice]

getting ready to do this exact job.. the boys in the FB group advise me to coat it with bedliner before install to help with salt and such (Wisconsin).

[@genobrn8743]

Great video- Thank you

[@limobill9427]

I found a skid plate in primo condition here in the Nashville area, gonna do mine this week. I just cleaned it, primed and sprayed with rubberized undercoating. Looks brand new! I know the 7 bolts are 18 mm head, but what is the length and thread size? I want to buy new bolts before I drop it.

[@enigma02g]

I'm watching this video because yup. I was on the highway, hit a rough patch of potholes in NYC and my tank fell to the ground, dragged and threw fuel all over I95 in New Rochelle. Used the same ratchet strap technique though. The amount of salt vs snow thats used is criminal.

[@learntodive]

Just about to get into it! Thank you so much. Great job!!

[@juniorsanon9272]

Thank you for this great video! I have a question. Do I really have to put the tank stap? I tried yesterday and it's really tough.

[@DEInTheGarage]

It is recommended. if the tank can move around at all it invited fatigue of the lines and wires going to the tank. could lead to leaks

[@juniorsanon9272]

@@DEInTheGarage thank you! I will fix it then

[@frankherrera1519]

Any info on how to remove the front radiator skid plate to change out the front sway bar bushings

[@131601]

Good info… thank you !

[@DAPwny]

Yo wow does the new skid plate come with the tank straps????

[@DEInTheGarage]

Yes, I know i glossed over their installation in the video, but they are these

[@skiz72]

Good video dude....I have a 2001 GC with the same tank setup.....My skid plate was the topic of discussion just recently,although mine is Not as rusted as yours Wow....I was doin my rear brakes recently and noticed something on the top of my gas tank and it was my tank straps in rusted pieces....Lol.....Now i didnt notice if you put on new tank Straps while you did this job....Did you? Or did you just lay the tank in the new cradle and bolt it up?

[@DEInTheGarage]

I did put the straps in, but I forgot to film it.

[@skiz72]

@@DEInTheGarage Ya.....seeing that my straps are rotted away the cradle is the Only thing holding the tank in there.......yikes

[@seanbeyer100]

This is why I like the south little to no rust on most vehicle

[@DEInTheGarage]

Yea man... It is rough up here

[@aidanstechtips5391]

The skid plate is rotting out on my gc and the bolts to the frame are so rusty. It’s held up fine so far but I do think I wanna throw some straps on it just in case. Where did you hook the ratchet straps up to?

[@GonzoAmerican]

Just got quoted $750 (labor only) to do this at a shop. I already bought a new skid plate. Now…do I attempt this on my own or fork over $750 for a twenty year old Jeep?

[@DEInTheGarage]

It isn't that bad, go for it!

[@nohandlexyz]

Where did you order your replacement?

[@nickkowalske4972]

Doin this ina few days here in Michigan

[@Cherokee-sz7xi]

Damn brother I got a nice one on a 99 wj parts truck,,,

[@willd3808]

so the skid plate holds the tank up? its not strapped up and then the skid plate goes over? just making sure mine started leaking today and got to tackle it this weekend. seeing what im in for :(

[@DEInTheGarage]

No, it is strapped to the skid plat as well. I glazed over that bit accidentally in the video. You will see the straps when you remove yours

[@Trevd508]

Good simple video 👍

[@1stzjtruck706]

Why did jeep secure the WJ fuel tank to the skid plate and not the body like the ZJ.

[@gcanaday1]

That is one of the grand questions to be honest. Afaik this is the ONLY one like this.

[@DEInTheGarage]

Like GC said... no one knows. We all assume that they wanted the inside to look cleaners, so they put the spare tire under the cargo area floor which pushed the tank low enough that is needed a complete enclosure to be safe. Doesn't exactly explain why they couldn't strap it up, but there you go.

[@ctdope]

Anyone know the size of the bolts needed to secure the tank straps to the skid plate ?

[@Weeeeeeeeeeeezy]

Lol I have been dreading doing this. Half my plate is gone. I have a strap holding my tank in as well. Right next door in PA, damn salt. Good idea on using the straps to hold the tank up. I might try that!

[@DEInTheGarage]

I would recommend it. Pulling that whole tank out is a nightmare

[@gordonburkins8611]

how did you secure the straps to the tank? Couldn't tell in video. Thanks.

[@connorbolander]

In the same boat. Dreading this. Using a strap to hold it up!

[@neftalisoto4757]

Wow good job

[@vinnykurnizi7131]

Where were the ratchet straps connected to under the jeep?

[@DAPwny]

Thanx bro got to do the same thing...

[@IsshmanGarcia]

I did this job today....what a pain in the ass! 5 hours just to get 6 bolts out with airtool..then the 7th bolt sheared off. Smh. Straps dont sit exact as before...but job done.

[@DEInTheGarage]

Woof... that is a nightmare.

[@ajdrew252]

How did you get the sheared off bolt out?

[@anton48103]

Great video! I have a new skid plate and brackets for my Jeep and need to replace the current rusty one in place. Everyone in town is booked, so it looks like I'll be doing this tomorrow.

[@Dixler683]

Republican Voters Against Trump….how is that biden working out for you?

[@bbwbell85]

Great video! I kept thinking while you were trying to get that hitch back on was that i'm probably only minutes away and could have helped hold that thing up.

[@DEInTheGarage]

Dang... I would have taken you up on that too. HAHA. Next time I might have to throw up the bat signal to anyone in the area with a few free minutes

[@russellmayes8003]

Are the fuel tank skid plates stackable? They look like they could be stacked together for easy transportation, does that mean that by over sizing the mounting holes you could stack two from a junkyard on for twice the protection on the trail.👌👌

[@DEInTheGarage]

Hmmm... very interesting. I do not know that answer to that

[@jpl3k]

Doubt it, but I bet you could expect the rust to spread twice as fast if you tried it. Sandwiching two plates of steel always invites moisture to accumulate.

[@Pugmom76]

Trying to find this on Dorman but no luck 😌

[@cleaver218]

What about the top tank straps ?

[@DEInTheGarage]

I forgot to film it, but they are there. There isnt much to say about them, honestly.

[@staticjordan42374]

Do I have to drill holes to put a rear hitch on or are they there from factory?? Also you sound like me talking about having this same wj for 15 more years 😅

[@weaton25]

Jeeps all have holes and captive nuts on the inside of the frame for tow bars to be fitted if you want or need one.

[@DEInTheGarage]

Weaton is correct. Adding a hitch to a WJ is easier than on an XJ or ZJ. I have a video on it if you are interested. I like this WJ so much, I might just break my tradition of buying and selling my daily every year and keep it around

[@stonerzz1]

Motorcycle jack might have worked would have been easier to navigate the ratchet straps with it and it has more surface area to not be a pain in the ass if you know what I'm getting at also they're relatively cheap I picked them up provide 15 bucks at the Swap Meet

[@DEInTheGarage]

That is genius... I should have borrowed my dad's ATV jack. Next time. I definitely could have gotten one cheaper if it wasn't an urgent "oops, my tank fell out" situation. Haha

[@genedunn9283]

stonerzz1 That’s why it’s a good idea to read the comments! I’m just about to do this same job and never thought to use my motorcycle jack! Thanks!

[@IsshmanGarcia]

Harbor freight 450lb transmission jack..thats what i got to drop my 04 trailblazer(huge) tank with and now i get to do the wifes 99WJ with it this weekend...guess its really paying for itself.

[@jonfroio3700]

I’ve been oil undercoating the wj I picked up

[@Dubblesteel]

Did you rust proof that bad boy

[@ombredeoro]

Amigo los tirantes que sujetan el tanque a la carcaza como los quitaste y despues los pusiste

[@dasonlawrence1471]

Where did you hock your ratchet straps to under the jeep in the front

[@therichcountryboytrcb2388]

Where did you order that skid plate. I can’t find one online

[@DEInTheGarage]

rockauto.com

[@georgejefferson378]

I looks like for this method to work we need to wait for the skid plate to be rusted badly enough that you have a hole to put a jack through...Am I right?

[@TheOneLawgiverHolyGod]

Hey D&E garage!!! My catalytic converter was stolen off my 2001 GC Laredo!!! My question is what do you suggest as replacement??? I am considering Pacesetter # 324368 direct fit???

[@DEInTheGarage]

Dang.. stolen?.. that is a bummer. That is definitely a good replacement

[@TheOneLawgiverHolyGod]

@@DEInTheGarage , Heyyyyy, D&E thanks for replying!!! Yeah, took it to a welding shop for frame to be welded and they left it outside!!! That is all I will say for now!!! But have been running trying to get things done before full blast of winter comes in!!! Have not been able to keep up with you guys, but I did view the skid cover video!!! I was laughing, we bought Dorman skid cover replacement too, for 2004 GC Limited!!! Yet to get it done!!! But you did O.K!!! Lolllll!!! The bumper part made me laugh!!! But thanks for all your time and work!!! We enjoy it!!! Great price for cat 104$ Amennnn!!! Lollll!!! Compared to some of the prices for their other cats!!! Peace unto you, till next time!!! Rain and snow forecasted here in Ohio, gotta get to running!!! Lolll!!!

[@chass5438]

@@TheOneLawgiverHolyGod : Oh yeah, cat's are gold to people. They cut them off all the time around here. Too bad mine's in the garage, which doesn't mean someone wouldn't try it at work. lol.

[@adrew7799]

Is there a easy way to take it off Bc mine is halfway rotted out .. and I’m going to the junkyard to find one what kind of tools do I need to take it off .. since it’s a junkyard can I jus hammered it off ??

[@ReaIHuman]

The bolts holding up my skid won't break loose even with a Breaker bar. Any suggestions?

[@chass5438]

I saw a Jeep at a shop I deliver parts to earlier this year that the tank HAD fallen thru and had to be towed. Mine on my car's about had it too. I think mine may not be so tuff. I don't believe they make one for my car. I'll probably have to check the yards which doesn't mean it's going to be any better. I may just leave it off. It's high enough in the back I don't think anything can hit it. I don't usually fill my tank anyway. lol.

[@fanohawk]

How did you attach the tank straps?

[@DEInTheGarage]

I forgot to film it, but they just pop in with a bit of wiggling

[@chieffirewolfBorgman]

Nice job. Thumbs up

[@fatalfromabove8943]

Say it with me, TANK TUCK!

[@joshuaf2385]

What did you use as a temporary fix

[@DEInTheGarage]

Ratchet straps and prayer

[@joshuaf2385]

D&E In The Garage lol where did you hook on your straps to

[@DEInTheGarage]

@@joshuaf2385 If memory serves, I had one sec hooked in a hole in the frame near the control arm mounts and the then crossed the straps under the tank and had the other side hooked to my hitch? It was sketchy and I only did it to get home. I am obligated to point out that I got luck nothing happened and I made it home safe. This is not an advisable way to secure the tank.. gotta say it

[@inkieink1106]

Thnx, i have it comming.

[@gcanaday1]

Doug...you mighta got a new brush guard and not skid plate. Just postulatin', yo. OH. Did you remember the heat shield??

[@DEInTheGarage]

No, mine was rusted away and the new one did not come with one. I am going to try to grab one from the junk yard when I am there next

[@NLJ1953]

Why wouldnt you epoxy prime the new support

[@evildark940]

Mine looks the same but worse lol I'm in NJ too. I got metal strapping with rubber along where it touches the tank and bolted it into the existing holes from the old cover... it's working and only costed 20 bucks I can't justify 200 for it. To much is rotten and breaking need it for other shit lol. I also don't put more then like 25$ at a time.

[@jessedusso9676]

Had my skid plate completely rust and the tank dropped out the passenger side while driving down the road. It's an absolute mess I don't even know where to go from here. I ratchet strapped the tank up and limped it home. The tank is cracked and the plate shot. The entire undercarriage is rusted out as well. It runs like a top and I would hate to junk it but I just don't think I can tackle this job.. part out maybe.

[@stubbles8096]

I can't break the bolts on my tank I need help

[@Vault20boy]

My tank is rusted just like yours but hasnt fallen yet. What will happen is I keep ignoring the problem and not fix it?

[@DEInTheGarage]

Probably going to fall out like mine. Hopefully you are lucky like me and it isnt while driving

[@Vault20boy]

@@DEInTheGarage What happens if it falls and im going 40mph?

[@utopiacore3978]

@@Vault20boy LMAOOO You’ll see your gas tank behind you in the road and you’ll have an even bigger job fixing it. You WILL get dirt in your tank, rip out your fuel lines, and electronics like he said. I know this comment was like 2 years ago but I’m wanna know if you managed to fix it before then.

[@chass5438]

9:49: Wire coating have peanut oil in them and that's why mice a rat's chew thru wiring. Some of you may know this.

[@wafflestomper04]

Just happened to me,CT done fucked her up man. Thanks for the tutorial definitely is helping 👍

[@mikescruggs6076]

Awesome

[@SavxgeX420]

Lol. 200 bucks! Must be nice.. I priced one out up here in Canada thru chrysler. 1200.00. No kidding.. Got the doorman one for 470.00. Plus the straps was 550.00. But but. Of course salty Ontairo Canada has had it way with the passenger rear quater panel and rear bumper structure. So ive been cutting and welding for days..a lil more and some paint... Almost done now

[@thedeathwobblechannel6539]

Polish Deli? damn you :) need sausage and pierogi here man. and you need a good cordless impact :) do i have to send one for "evaluation" or what hahahahaha

[@DEInTheGarage]

If you are ever anywhere near Manville, NJ. B&L is the most amazing Polish deli. Everything from candy to pastry to pirogi and beyond. Also, it is on my list to get that Kobalt on you and I discuss. Just hasn't happened yet. HAHA

[@thedeathwobblechannel6539]

@@DEInTheGarage so i found the ryobi 1/2 in 18v on the home depot website with tool and one battery and one charger for 129 www.homedepot.com/p/RYOBI-18-Volt-ONE-Lithium-Ion-Cordless-3-Speed-1-2-in-Impact-Wrench-Kit-with-1-4-0-Ah-Battery-18-Volt-Charger-and-Bag-P1833/302648209?cm_mmc=Shopping%7CG%7CBase%7CD25T%7C25-9_PORTABLE+POWER%7CNA%7CPLA%7c71700000034127218%7c58700003933021540%7c92700044083871165&gclid=Cj0KCQjw_r3nBRDxARIsAJljleHbRWUkzVPLG6fkUos-2TrF69kdofM-ljmf7gZ3RPhazHxzFr8bPREaArbWEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds

[@thedeathwobblechannel6539]

and the kobalt 24v is back up to 200 for kit with one battery

[@DEInTheGarage]

Interesting.. I think I wouldnt mind spending the extra to have the 24v Kobalt. From what I can tell it is made by the same folks making the DeWalt

[@TheNiteNinja19]

Mine is rotting. That and the rocker panels. Currently held up by ratchet straps too. Everything else on the Jeep is in great shape. I wish they had a better option to hold the tank up. Darn Michigan salt.

[@Folfumis]

Underside of my 4R looks a bit similar unfortunately, my skid plate on the engine was toast.

[@DEInTheGarage]

Those bad boys have factory skids or is yours an off-road trim level?

[@Folfumis]

@@DEInTheGarage Factory for all trims, some special editions got beefed up skid plates but all come with engine and tranny protection.

[@jessegogan9865]

Need to replace mine also.....to bad where I live the replacement one is 600- 800 $.....might as well buy a whole new rig

[@DEInTheGarage]

I got this one off rockauto.com

[@jessegogan9865]

Yeah its 230 on rock auto with 450$ shipping

[@DEInTheGarage]

@@jessegogan9865 Oh dang... sorry bud... that is tough

[@juniorsanon9272]

Where do you from ? Canada?

[@jessegogan9865]

Yes

[@owenbame1131]

Get a torch for those stuck bolts itll be fine 👌👌😂😂

[@DEInTheGarage]

I'll do you one better and just weld new sheet over the hole to avoid the whole project ;-)

[@owenbame1131]

@@DEInTheGarage hahaha😂

[@4WDriver]

Lookin' good with the shiny new tank skid! $200 sounds like a good deal for a nice stamped and pre-coated piece like that. This video did make me wonder, though... Have you had a tetanus shot lately? Also, we may have just figured out your fuel economy mystery... Less weight: You had a whole bunch of metal missing from that factory tank skid! LoL

[@DEInTheGarage]

HAHA... Tetanus is one thing I keep up on working on Jersey Jeeps. And weight reduction! Why didn't I think of that?!

[@armandobustamante3533]

D&E In The Garage I have a 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4.0 motor it a rwd can I make it in to 4-4

[@raine4214]

I don't understand why the straps sit above the tank... Kinda seems pointless to have them at all.

[@GonzoAmerican]

The straps secure the tank to the “skid plate.” Keeps the tank from moving around inside the metal enclosure…especially in an accident.