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Instead of an o-ring that makes the fob bigger, or electrical tape, I found that reversing the spring winding inside the keyfob, so when the button is pressed, it pulls the key into the fob, worked well for me.
I bought a key cover and it’s harder to flip the key out but you hardly ever need ur key. At least I don’t. And it solved the accidental ‘flip’ issue. Better than elec tape or gluing an o ring.
Love the protective film will be doing that now that you suggested it, Fuel cap, well I have a locking cap that doesn't attach to the filler spout so I actually set it in the door handle that way I can't forget to replace the cap before I drive away. An d I still listen to the radio on my way to work and on long drives,,, I do not how ever listen to the satellite radio. great vid some good tips
To stop the key flipping out, I have found that buying one of the key covers off of Amazon virtually eliminated that issue, still allows usage of the feature and does not permanently alter the key at all.
I also got a fob cover (metal one) for 2 reasons. 1st was because of the key flipping out. 2nd was more irritating - my key fob was constantly setting off the panic alarm. That had to end One word of warning should you get a metal fob cover - they can DRASTICALLY cut down the distance where the fob sensor in the Jeep recognizes it. I would still rather deal with that than the other 2 issues.
I was urban bush wacking in the Envoy, and snapped the Antenna off at the body. The Antenna is recessed in its own divot, and it screws from the body into the antenna, so I'll drill a hole into the broken piece, and drill a hole into the metal still in the antenna, and then tap both sides with and screw them back together with threaded rod. and then sell the Envoy..
@@Casey250 i think it was factory installed on my 97 TJ if i remember correctly, weird budget cuts. Probably because they now have dealer install options for plastic and metal door sills and might not adhere if factory applied that film. Nah, they are just being weird.
I listen to my radio Faithfully because I love my talk shows in the mornings. I did buy the 13 inch rubber spiral antenna and it's beautiful. And you are very lucky to have a spare key because I bought my Jeep used and there is no spare key. Unless anyone knows of a cheaper way to buy a spare. Dealer prices really suck.
Same! It never failed with my old phone that even with a full charge I would have issues on the trail all day with my battery and try and charge and it wouldn’t work. Edit: just scored an Amazon Lightning Deal on it. Great idea, couldn’t resist. Will help for more outlets for Christmas lights for parades.
I used to have the same problem with key. Get a rubber key cover it works way better than plastic washer. Australian heavy duty GME radio antennas are the best.
Plastic film "good idea" (see the movie Never Cry Wolf). Dig the electrical tape: cheap, practical & it works. Unfortunately, I'm usually stuck "in the box" & wouldn't have thought of that. Luckily, I married a woman who lives outside the box 😜
Pull out the front passenger seat, drill a hole in the BOTTOM or REAR of the console storage area, then there is plenty of room to route the wire in the gap at the bottom of the console on the passenger side back to the USB port. (There a slew of wires going through there already, so need to be careful). The hole would be kind of large though to allow one end of the cable to pass through. My console already has a USB port INSIDE the console storage area, yours does not?
Bought a black version of the same product so it won’t stand out as much but I have a JKU so my plug is in between the front seats. Will prob work nice since the outlet cover broke off. Lol!
Great vid. I've had to repaint my driver's door as well I should have used that. Radio suck everyone has ther own music. The antenna was the first thing to go.
I have. I am still sorting out my emissions check engine light and waiting for a SCR from Jeep to replace mine so I am not going to dive into much for performance mods right. With intakes though, Jeep designs their intake for water fording and I don't want to replace mine with something that could take on water and flood my engine.
@@Casey250 the Banks tuner says it’s California certified I think and adds another HP. The intakes retain the same intake but the stock pipe appears to have a silencer inside like the Ram trucks. They also have larger inter cooler piping that shouldn’t affect warranty.
Do you have protective film on the doors as well? Looks like you have some kind of body wrap film over your doors and body panels. You can see the outline around the hinges and door handles.
Casey with that Gobi rack did it degrade or interfere with your Jeep GPS/Satellite or LTE Modem, and if it did, did you relocate the antennas that are locate on top of the sound bar? I am looking at that rack and I see all kinds of reports that I will have to move those or not be able to use them.
@Casey 250 It looks like you have protective film on your full doors maybe even across your whole vehicle. What is that and where did you get it? I just bought my first Jeep so this maybe a dumb question but I haven't seen it yet.
The Jeep Jl's have a fake hood heat vent. Also a side heat vent on the fenders. SO, have you, or do you know of anybody who has, 1). made these into functional items to let heat out of the engine compartment.? Also, 2). if somebody HAS done this mod, have they noticed any difference in head dissipation OR, problems with rain / snow getting into the engine bay and causing problems.?
Hi, Are you going to put a Banks Pedal Monster on your echodiesel ? I have a 2021 JLUR ECHODIESEL. THANKS SO MUCH. Love all of your videos. Best Regards, Hermann
Do you have a video covering basic armor? Such as diffs, steering box, transmission and engine pans etc? Those would be my first mods before hitting moderate trails
Yo Casey I need your help bro I’m new at off roading and I’m building right now maybe started next week my project is a Colorado single cab off road bro But I have no idea what’s is the best gear and equipment for off roading
When I'm running topless, I use the key to lock/unlock the glovebox. It's not a super secure storage solution, but it's good for keeping a phone charger, or sunglasses, etc from being easily snagged out of the jeep.
Hey Case, great video. What is the diameter for the Trim-Lok tubing? There are 3 options available, so just curious which you used that fit so well. Thanks for the helpful info.
I tuck the ends in tight and deeper then the rest of the tuck to secure it in place using the trim tool. Unless I bump a fender on a tree and flex it, I have found it to stay secured in place.
I've done the cording in the fenders and mine has worked fine so far, per Casey's instruction video. Tuck it pretty deep. I have to admit I haven't driven at sustained highway speeds for more than 2 hours, so I don't know if driving 6 to 8 hours I will have the same results.
@@Casey250 Thank you sir. That's actually a little higher then I was expecting to hear. I'm going to run it off my Genesis / Aux battery that is not too much larger then the Jackery 1000. Sounds like I should fill my cup rather then going back after it cools down later for seconds. Thanks again!
This is why I either have a car that's pretty much perfect or I just say fk it and love the wear and tear look. It would be different if I had a new jeep but since mines a 2016 it is what it is and I'm too sick to care like I use to do now I just ride. Having two primary cancers really sucked the life out of me and even though I'm newly in remission all those little things that use to bother me are a side thought now. I don't mind taking some extra steps especially since I live at the beach but I don't do them anymore which was the fun part because now I have to pay to have them done. I miss working and updating my jeep but truth be told I'm just fking happy to get the ok by the doctor I can drive again. My bones were so gnarly that a wreck could have killed me just from the breaks sending my body into shock from calcium overload in my system therefore I couldn't drive or walk for a long time. Now I'm free but with the virus and all the restrictions I'm not as free. Pretty sad to have such harsh restrictions for basically the flu. They don't want to call it that but they are using the same test as the flu. Oh well, I'll take my jeep to the maintains and go camping again this month. It really let's you get back to nature.
I feel for you, I've just bought a 2022 JL this year, having sold my old Mercedes I loved for some 13 years. I've had m.s. since 91, been on shots or infusions over thirty years and just got an mri showing it in complete remission, no brain lesions, first time since diagnosis. I'm trying to recover some of my health that's been down, and learning to enjoy life again. Your comment struck a note with me, time to get busy living. I've spent decades seeing doctors every month and am now actually seeing a "GP" doctor for the first time, not a neurologist. I wish you the best for your future and enjoy that jeep. John McClain, GySgt, USMC, ret.
@@BennyTygohome Turns out it was the PCM, yes, they replaced the engine before the pcm. After the new engine was installed, it still had same start and then die behavior with 5v ref code error. New PCM, issue fixed.
@@BennyTygohome I guess that's one way to look at it. But at 5,135 miles, I don't think much was wrong with it, and now a tech who had never done an eco diesel swap in a JL practised on mine. I found some missing items on the reinstall, it makes me worry if he couldn't do the minor issues I found, how well did he put that engine back in. Not to mention the new oil pan got scraped up on the axle going in, and my brake lines touching from taking the body off and on.
Not super impressed by any of these mods. Owned my new jeep for two years - but it's up to everyone's opinion. I agree with replacing the antenna (I listen to the radio btw!). I diverge with everything else, so my top five are... the antenna of course, two installing roof racks, three installing more cup holders, four naming your jeep with a fresh set of decals, and five dog proofing the trunk/backseat for your pupper!
Big restock on t-shirts and hoodies @ www.dirtyanddangerous.com or if you want to help support the channel leave a tip using the THANKS button next to LIKE
For a little context on the antenna mod 'joke' check out the Gingers first mod on his Mojave th-cam.com/video/3mhYvQdROHw/w-d-xo.html
Instead of an o-ring that makes the fob bigger, or electrical tape, I found that reversing the spring winding inside the keyfob, so when the button is pressed, it pulls the key into the fob, worked well for me.
I actually thought about doing this while transferring the guts over to my AJT fob, but since I just spent $50 on a fob...
I bought a key cover and it’s harder to flip the key out but you hardly ever need ur key. At least I don’t. And it solved the accidental ‘flip’ issue. Better than elec tape or gluing an o ring.
I use the antenna as early warning for low ceilings 😂
11:20
I listened to my radio all the time
Me too, we use them to talk back and forth :D
@@Casey250 I'm talking about music
11:20
Nope never listen to the radio. I have a stubby that matches my Jeep and runs a pirate flag. Lol!
I only listen to my music on my phone. I never listen to the radio lol
Love the protective film will be doing that now that you suggested it, Fuel cap, well I have a locking cap that doesn't attach to the filler spout so I actually set it in the door handle that way I can't forget to replace the cap before I drive away. An d I still listen to the radio on my way to work and on long drives,,, I do not how ever listen to the satellite radio. great vid some good tips
Little things, mods, great impact. 👍🏻
The drivers door sill paint protection is a great suggestion. My 2018 JLU Sahara has the same wear spot.
So annoying. Everyone needs that mod.
To stop the key flipping out, I have found that buying one of the key covers off of Amazon virtually eliminated that issue, still allows usage of the feature and does not permanently alter the key at all.
I also got a fob cover (metal one) for 2 reasons. 1st was because of the key flipping out. 2nd was more irritating - my key fob was constantly setting off the panic alarm. That had to end One word of warning should you get a metal fob cover - they can DRASTICALLY cut down the distance where the fob sensor in the Jeep recognizes it. I would still rather deal with that than the other 2 issues.
I was urban bush wacking in the Envoy, and snapped the Antenna off at the body. The Antenna is recessed in its own divot, and it screws from the body into the antenna, so I'll drill a hole into the broken piece, and drill a hole into the metal still in the antenna, and then tap both sides with and screw them back together with threaded rod. and then sell the Envoy..
We’ve got the same roof rack. These GOBI’s are Awesome!
I found a key fob mod on the jeep forums, wrap a rubber band around the key, push it back in place and trim the ends. No more stabbing my self.
I listen to local sports radio every morning and afternoon to and from work.
11:20
The plastic film is great idea. That's going to be my first mod. Great little mod tips.
Door sill protective film should almost be a factory feature.
@@Casey250 i think it was factory installed on my 97 TJ if i remember correctly, weird budget cuts. Probably because they now have dealer install options for plastic and metal door sills and might not adhere if factory applied that film. Nah, they are just being weird.
I listen to my radio Faithfully because I love my talk shows in the mornings. I did buy the 13 inch rubber spiral antenna and it's beautiful.
And you are very lucky to have a spare key because I bought my Jeep used and there is no spare key. Unless anyone knows of a cheaper way to buy a spare. Dealer prices really suck.
Hey, Great video and ideas!! That power bar idea is something I might do. Cheers.
Thanks man! Get er done!
Same! It never failed with my old phone that even with a full charge I would have issues on the trail all day with my battery and try and charge and it wouldn’t work. Edit: just scored an Amazon Lightning Deal on it. Great idea, couldn’t resist. Will help for more outlets for Christmas lights for parades.
Awesome ideas about the paint protector
I used to have the same problem with key. Get a rubber key cover it works way better than plastic washer.
Australian heavy duty GME radio antennas are the best.
I still use the radio, especially to avoid hail and tornados if possible.
Keep your antenna! Dont need any Jeeps getting sucks into a missed tornado!!
A scratch on a Jeep hinge isn't something I ever expected to hear someone worry about 🙄😂
I try to keep them down if I can. If you think im worried you should see my JK haha.
11:20 I don't ever listen to radio but I still have my antenna on my JK. I should take it off and use that spot for like a flag or something
That’s what I do. EBay sells flags that fit perfect but must be replaced periodically because they get ripped up.
Good pointers. Ordered some of that xpel film. Thx.
Yeah my antenna went the day I brought mine home from the dealership. I get it. It’s part of the look but come one Jeep. It’s 2021.
Have you considered protecting your windshield from being broken and damaged? Do-it-Yourself installation. Windshield Gard. Buy it on Shopify.
Plastic film "good idea" (see the movie Never Cry Wolf). Dig the electrical tape: cheap, practical & it works. Unfortunately, I'm usually stuck "in the box" & wouldn't have thought of that. Luckily, I married a woman who lives outside the box 😜
My first 2 will be putting led headlights and running boards
The key for the wrangle is way too big. They need to make it the same size as the grand cherokee key, which is about half the size.
My first and favorite mod is my mytop
Are there any hidden mods or security features for a 2016 wrangler sport
For the fuel cap u just slide the gas thing to the right on the cover
Alpha Defense bullet antenna got one for my Fj cruiser
You should do the tape thing with the key but use velcro
Awesome video. Just a heads up that black electrical tape is going to leave a really bad black adhesive glue behind over time.
This was good info Casey...Thanks👍
Your very welcome
Great video....
You should drill a small hole in the side of that center console and run the cable through there. You won’t see it with the seat there.
Only the passenger ever sees it hahaha
@@Casey250 haha. Good call I suppose.
Pull out the front passenger seat, drill a hole in the BOTTOM or REAR of the console storage area, then there is plenty of room to route the wire in the gap at the bottom of the console on the passenger side back to the USB port. (There a slew of wires going through there already, so need to be careful). The hole would be kind of large though to allow one end of the cable to pass through. My console already has a USB port INSIDE the console storage area, yours does not?
Bought a black version of the same product so it won’t stand out as much but I have a JKU so my plug is in between the front seats. Will prob work nice since the outlet cover broke off. Lol!
Great vid. I've had to repaint my driver's door as well I should have used that. Radio suck everyone has ther own music. The antenna was the first thing to go.
Ya. I really thought i could aboid it.
I love the idea of the paint protection and on the key fob I just use a black rubber band The hold the key in from popping out
Crazy how much of a problem the key is for people
How did the fuel cap go hold up?
Have you seen the Banks tuner or the AFE intake and exhaust performance parts?
I have. I am still sorting out my emissions check engine light and waiting for a SCR from Jeep to replace mine so I am not going to dive into much for performance mods right. With intakes though, Jeep designs their intake for water fording and I don't want to replace mine with something that could take on water and flood my engine.
@@Casey250 the Banks tuner says it’s California certified I think and adds another HP. The intakes retain the same intake but the stock pipe appears to have a silencer inside like the Ram trucks. They also have larger inter cooler piping that shouldn’t affect warranty.
I also saw your reviews on the roof rack so I went with the Rhino. Man those things are noisy!
Nice. Should be another roof rack review soon ;
Top real mod that people don't talk about - TOUCH UP paint
I opened my Key fob and reversed the spring mechanism so now instead of being spring-loaded to open, it springs shut.
Interesting idea!
Hey what roof rack do you have on there? @6:11
Do you recommend putting the ppf on your fenders or do they not scratch too bad from rocks?
I would. They get chewed up
I just put a strip of duck tape on the edge of my fob to keep the flip key in.
Do you have protective film on the doors as well? Looks like you have some kind of body wrap film over your doors and body panels. You can see the outline around the hinges and door handles.
TrailScales.com is whats on there
Casey with that Gobi rack did it degrade or interfere with your Jeep GPS/Satellite or LTE Modem, and if it did, did you relocate the antennas that are locate on top of the sound bar? I am looking at that rack and I see all kinds of reports that I will have to move those or not be able to use them.
I will have to check. I dont use any of those features.
@Casey 250 It looks like you have protective film on your full doors maybe even across your whole vehicle. What is that and where did you get it? I just bought my first Jeep so this maybe a dumb question but I haven't seen it yet.
www.trailscales.com/
The Jeep Jl's have a fake hood heat vent. Also a side heat vent on the fenders. SO, have you, or do you know of anybody who has, 1). made these into functional items to let heat out of the engine compartment.? Also, 2). if somebody HAS done this mod, have they noticed any difference in head dissipation OR, problems with rain / snow getting into the engine bay and causing problems.?
I LOVE MODS
Yayy!!!!
Great upload and useful tips.
Thanks Dave
Hi,
Are you going to put a Banks Pedal Monster on your echodiesel ?
I have a 2021 JLUR ECHODIESEL.
THANKS SO MUCH.
Love all of your videos.
Best Regards,
Hermann
Probably not.
bro.What s your bumper brand and winch.thanks
Front bumper is stock steel bumper, and Warn winch.
Great basic mod suggestions. BTW, most local radio stations work without the extended antenna.
What kind of paint protection did you use for your car body and what was the damage (dollar-wise) installing them?
Do you have a video covering basic armor? Such as diffs, steering box, transmission and engine pans etc? Those would be my first mods before hitting moderate trails
I have upgraded diff covers and sliders. No under armor on the JL but the JK is full skid plate. My JL mod play list has the videos for the JL so far.
Great！
For the key fob, I ended getting a cover for it, and the cover I got kept the key from opening in my pocket.
I have to ask, since you can't charge your jackery from the inverter how do you charge it in your jeep?
12v port.
Yo Casey I need your help bro I’m new at off roading and I’m building right now maybe started next week my project is a Colorado single cab off road bro But I have no idea what’s is the best gear and equipment for off roading
Thats a big question
When I'm running topless, I use the key to lock/unlock the glovebox. It's not a super secure storage solution, but it's good for keeping a phone charger, or sunglasses, etc from being easily snagged out of the jeep.
Yup. Multiple times a day
I really wish an auto locking console was a thing. Lock the doors.. storage locks.
Hey Casey, Love the vids man! hey do you know where i can get the film on your doors etc? looking to have the jeep protected more from pin stripping
I have Trail Scales on my doors
I just take my antenna off the radio works with it gone anyhow. I dont use the radio all that much tho cause apple car play
Ya. I use spotify and audible all the time
Hey Case, great video. What is the diameter for the Trim-Lok tubing? There are 3 options available, so just curious which you used that fit so well. Thanks for the helpful info.
.276” Outside is what my order history shows I bought.
HAHA - love the antenna mod, but I use my stubby solely as a flag mast :D
The cording in the fenders sucks. It’s always coming out.
I tuck the ends in tight and deeper then the rest of the tuck to secure it in place using the trim tool. Unless I bump a fender on a tree and flex it, I have found it to stay secured in place.
I've done the cording in the fenders and mine has worked fine so far, per Casey's instruction video. Tuck it pretty deep. I have to admit I haven't driven at sustained highway speeds for more than 2 hours, so I don't know if driving 6 to 8 hours I will have the same results.
Hey Casey, does your coffee maker make any noticeable dent in the Jackery power or could you basically open up shop on the trail it uses so little?
7% for the first shot when its heating up. 2% gor subsequent shots. Using the Jackery 1000
@@Casey250 Thank you sir. That's actually a little higher then I was expecting to hear. I'm going to run it off my Genesis / Aux battery that is not too much larger then the Jackery 1000. Sounds like I should fill my cup rather then going back after it cools down later for seconds.
Thanks again!
This is why I either have a car that's pretty much perfect or I just say fk it and love the wear and tear look. It would be different if I had a new jeep but since mines a 2016 it is what it is and I'm too sick to care like I use to do now I just ride. Having two primary cancers really sucked the life out of me and even though I'm newly in remission all those little things that use to bother me are a side thought now. I don't mind taking some extra steps especially since I live at the beach but I don't do them anymore which was the fun part because now I have to pay to have them done. I miss working and updating my jeep but truth be told I'm just fking happy to get the ok by the doctor I can drive again. My bones were so gnarly that a wreck could have killed me just from the breaks sending my body into shock from calcium overload in my system therefore I couldn't drive or walk for a long time. Now I'm free but with the virus and all the restrictions I'm not as free. Pretty sad to have such harsh restrictions for basically the flu. They don't want to call it that but they are using the same test as the flu. Oh well, I'll take my jeep to the maintains and go camping again this month. It really let's you get back to nature.
I feel for you, I've just bought a 2022 JL this year, having sold my old Mercedes I loved for some 13 years. I've had m.s. since 91, been on shots or infusions over thirty years and just got an mri showing it in complete remission, no brain lesions, first time since diagnosis. I'm trying to recover some of my health that's been down, and learning to enjoy life again. Your comment struck a note with me, time to get busy living. I've spent decades seeing doctors every month and am now actually seeing a "GP" doctor for the first time, not a neurologist. I wish you the best for your future and enjoy that jeep. John McClain, GySgt, USMC, ret.
My fuel cap needs the key 🤔
First comment:). Just got my jeep back from the shop. Had to get new eco diesel engine and pcm at 5,135 miles.
What were the reasons? Thanks.
Ouch. Im waiting for a $3000 scr replacement myself.
@@BennyTygohome Turns out it was the PCM, yes, they replaced the engine before the pcm. After the new engine was installed, it still had same start and then die behavior with 5v ref code error. New PCM, issue fixed.
@@asaleemeadows glad they finally got it's fixed. Now you got new motor and PCM, nice!
@@BennyTygohome I guess that's one way to look at it. But at 5,135 miles, I don't think much was wrong with it, and now a tech who had never done an eco diesel swap in a JL practised on mine. I found some missing items on the reinstall, it makes me worry if he couldn't do the minor issues I found, how well did he put that engine back in.
Not to mention the new oil pan got scraped up on the axle going in, and my brake lines touching from taking the body off and on.
Maybe file down a few thousandths on the washer. Idk I’m not doing it regardless. 😂🤷🏻♂️
Got rid of my atena first day lol
First mod, day one off the lot.....DEAD PEDAL installed
The electrical tape gets messy and sticky
Not super impressed by any of these mods. Owned my new jeep for two years - but it's up to everyone's opinion. I agree with replacing the antenna (I listen to the radio btw!). I diverge with everything else, so my top five are... the antenna of course, two installing roof racks, three installing more cup holders, four naming your jeep with a fresh set of decals, and five dog proofing the trunk/backseat for your pupper!
Yes more cup/water bottle holders! Why do we not see that in these vids?
11:30 I still listen to the radio..
Enough said.
Jk. 👊👊👊👊
@@Casey250 100.7 The Raven: The Comox Valley's only Country radio station
the antenna loool
You been dieting? You'll need to change your name to Casey 185.
LOL - II dont think ill ever see 185. I do work out 5 days a week now the weather isn't so misrable.
FYI. I listen to the radio.
Wait is this a video on Jeep mods?!?!?
Negative. Its on modded jeeps.
Why this guy look like a walmart seth rogen
My hinges look like the iron giant fingered them
Lol