Tuning my Firestick CB Antenna with an SWR Meter - HOWTO - Jeep Wrangler

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I get asked the question of how to tune a CB antenna often, so I thought I would should a quick video when I re-tuned my Firestick II antenna this evening. Hope it helps. Here are some helpful links:

A simple budget test meter: http://amzn.to/2y38dvy (same as what I have but different branding)

Firestik 4ft Firestik ® II FS Series Tunable Tip CB Antenna
http://amzn.to/2xl3yGE

Cobra 75WXST 40-Channel CB Radio
http://amzn.to/2y2GXNI

Lug Nuts - Spline Drive McGard and Gorilla and What and Why Jeep Wrangler

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3DrePZ_ok5c&w=640&h=360]

Let's talk lug nuts! I'll show you what I bought and why... and show you the difference between the McGard and Gorilla splinedrive lug nuts. I also talk about what you need to know to buy aftermarket lug nuts for a Jeep Wrangler.

I found this when searching the McGard... and found it interesting. That piece at the cone is actually a brass washer and it's designed to allow you to tighten things without damaging the rim.

"No one mentioned that they have a built -on tapered washer that actually spins freely until it contacts the rim. At that point it will stop spinning and you torque the lug against the washer INSTEAD of it torqueing and grinding into your rims(after removing to rotate the wheels with regular lugs enough times it will start to grind into the lug well in most cases) . They are made of Stainless steel(no rust and guaranteed for life by McGard) and the Naval Brass washer,these things are plenty strong." https://forum.miata.net/vb/archive/index.php/t-312032.html


Also... here are the products mention in the video:

McGard 65540BK SplineDrive Chrome/Black (1/2" - 20 Thread Size) Wheel Installation Kit for 5-Lug Wheels
http://amzn.to/2xmagvU

Gorilla Automotive 21183BC 1/2" Black Tuner Lug Nut, (Pack of 20)
http://amzn.to/2y2J5oF

That was a close call!

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w9jQTOl4tmU&w=640&h=360]

As I was driving home last night, I saw something strange...but couldn't figure out what happened at the time. After I got home, I reviewed the dashcam footage to see if I really saw something... and if so, what it was. This was a close call!

Car Camera Wiring Tip - Using the red tail wire for power

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=igx3OCVfN7o&w=640&h=360]

If you've ever looked at one of those Amazon or eBay car cameras and wondered how you wire it, maybe this will help. Yes... that red lead coming out of the video cable can be used to run power to the camera... and I had a surprising accidental discovery about the ground!

Here are the cameras I am using: http://amzn.to/2wU6U3j

3 Camera Testing - Trail Cam Switching - Seicane Head Unit - 2015 Jeep Wrangler

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i8jwlLOhlJw&w=640&h=360]

This is the video switcher I am using: http://amzn.to/2yXxXrU

For more info about the Stereo and a ton of install videos, see my Seicane playlist:

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKivmulOhtZgXRmaZjF2hJuGVfHfRhjFW

CPO Tip: Rubber Bushing Install - JKS Rear Track Bar - Project 2004 Jeep TJ Wrangler

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This is such an embarrassingly simple tip... it had to be published. It's the little things like this that sometimes cause us to scratch our heads - especially when it's your first time doing a task. I hope this helps someone who might be stuck - even momentarily - on getting their new rubber bushings to push all the way into their track bar!

Modifying TJ Trackbar Bracket for More Flex - Project 2004 Jeep Wrangler

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oO1QaexIESM&w=640&h=360]

I noticed this in the installation cheat sheet that Dirk sent me along with the Ultimate TJ/LJ Lift Kit:

Rear Factory Trackbar Axle Mount Bracket
You may want to modify the factory trackbar axle mount bracket to allow for unrestricted suspension travel- ESPECIALLY if running the Long Travel rear shocks. Call for more info on this!!!

So, naturally, I called him. This video covers what we discussed. I think it's a great idea!

http://dpgoffroad.com/products/old-ma...

Our most popular kit! The Ultimate kit has everything you need to transform your TJ or LJ into a truly capable, dual purpose machine that really performs- On Road and Off-Road! Fits 33″ Tires, or 35’s with minor mods!

This Complete Kit includes: **4-OME Sport Series Shocks, 4-OME Coil Springs, (your choice of coil rates) JKS “Quicker” Disconnects, JKS 1.25″ Body Lift, JKS 1″ Motor Mount Spacers, JKS Adj. Track bar (front) JKS Adj. Trackbar (rear), DPG 2″ Extended Bump stops (Front & rear) and JKS Adj Rear Swaybar End Links. It’s the Ultimate kit for your Jeep!

Upgrade to Brown Dog Motor Mounts (Ultra Flex Rubber)!

Of course, this kit comes with a NICE embroidered OME cap and instructions!

All kits come with coil springs tuned to YOUR jeep!

This is the kit to start with if you want a complete suspension package that isn’t missing parts!

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