Just posted a summary and both parts of a 2 part series, on how to install a Dominion OffRoad Tailgate holder Kit.
If you’re interested in knowing what’s involved in the install, then watch the summary. If your looking for detail about how to install your kit, watch parts 1 and 2.
JeepSWAG Tailgate Holder Product Page: LINK
Summary Vid:
Install detail vid, part one:
Install detail vid, part two:
JeepSWAG recently picked up the Viair product line. Great prices are only the start. We are in process of testing different compressors from the Viair line. So far the 400H and 400C are looking really good. The Viair line marks the beginning of a top notch high performance JK onboard air solution. In the works are an engine compartment compressor, manifold and 2 gallon air tank kit.
Some testing details:
We tested a couple of compressors. Our goal was to try to overheat the 400H and get some times on tire fills. We aired down 8 tires to 7 PSI, then aired them up to 35 PSI. The compressor ran for 50 minutes with one short change over break with no problems.
We have also come up with a way that (we think) allows for faster fills with any compressor. I’m not going into any details, but here are some times for different fills.
Four 37″X13.5″ tires
5 PSI to 35 PSI;
450H = 34 minutes
400H = 21 minutes
10 PSI to 27 PSI (SDMF’s trail and road pressures)
400H = 16 minutes.
The 450 series is a 100% duty cycle at 100 PSI compressor. The 400 is 33%. We don’t often pump at 100 PSI, so my though was that the 400 might work for us. Sure enough it worked great. It has a 2.54 CFM output compared to 1.66 CFM of the 450. The 400 draws 30 amps and the 450 draws 22. So the 400 is much faster. I’m going to do some more testing and see if I can get the 400 to overheat.
The 400H and 450H are the same as the 400C and 450C respectively, with the H model including an integrated power switch.
Less money, better performance.
Link to great prices on Viair at JeepSWAG.com
More to come.
JeepSWAG is now offering BeadLock Wheels for the JK. After an exhaustive search, we’ve identified TrailReady as the best offering for BeadLock Wheels. The primary reason for this selection is the set it and forget it rock ring installation. You torque the rings upon initial install and don’t need to re-torque as all of the other manufacturers require. Pricing looks great too. The only US made Rock Ring style Beadlock made in the USA. Here’s a link to the product page: JeepSWAG BeadLocks
TrailReady Beadlocks with World Series Racing Ring
TrailReady BeadLocks with Rock Ring
Dominion Offroad has just released its line of high quality winch line assemblies. A thorough analysis was performed in order to determine the best synthetic fiber to use for these assemblies. We arrived at the same conclusion as Ramsey Winch Company and chose Technora over Dyneema. The final decision was based on Dyneema’s Achilles Heal – it starts to break down at temperatures as low as 150 degrees. Planetary Winch Drums are capable of producing much higher temps.
The prices look great, with JeepSWAG’s low factory direct pricing. Here’s a direct LINK
Dominion OffRoad Technora Winch Line Assemblies
JeepSWAG.com is proud to offer KC-Hilites, High Performance OffRoad Lighting at heavily discounted prices. Here’s a direct LINK
Link to KC Hi-Lites
JeepSWAG has the first Christmas sale page up. Dirt Bagz Saddlebagz are on sale and there’s a deal for a tool roll bundled with a Saddlebag set. These pages are for forum and blog members only, so email me for a link.
Another Great Product at another Great Price. $238 shipped to any of the lower 48 states. LINK
Jeep JK AEM Brute Force Air Intake System
Why I picked AEM – Are all air intake systems created equal? I don’t know. What I do know is that you’re more likely to get Courtney Hansen’s phone number than get accurate test data from auto accessory manufacturer.
The two things that I do know about Air Intake Systems.
1. The worst clean filter is better than the best dirty filter.
2. I’m lazy.
This given, if I buy a system with a filter that easy to clean, I’ll have the best system for me. Hands down, I bought an AEM Air Intake System in April of 07 because I don’t have to oil the filter. I dunk it in a couple of buckets of water after each run, let it dry and stick it back on.
Dominion OffRoad weld-on Rock Rail Kit. Kit includes .120 Wall mandrel Bent DOM tubing and cross braces. Buy’em here: LINK
Undeniable proof that these Rock Rails – ROCK!
The initial pricing for Dominion OffRoad Technora winch line and accessories is starting to make its way to market. Today JeepSWAG.com made hooks and tube thimbles available for sale. Gunnebo style link hooks are less than $40 SHIPPED! The guys over at Pirate4X4 are eating it up. Here’s a link to the new page: JeepSWAG.com/winchline
The benefits of synthetic winch rope in offroad vehicle recover are indisputable. Today, there are many high tech synthetic fibers available for the manufacture of winch lines. So which is best? I recently set out to determine which is the best material to use as a synthetic winch rope. My analysis is a little surprising and it can be found at JeepSWAG.com. Here’s a direct link: SYNTHETIC WINCH ROPE ANALYSIS
Crown Industrial, best of breed JK Brake Lines at Discounted prices from JeepSWAG.com
Crown Industrial makes the highest grade Jeep JK Extended Brake Lines that I’ve found. From Crown, “Suspension lifts reduce the necessary slack in stock brake lines. Stretched lines can risk vehicle safety and possibly tear, leak or even burst. Proper lengths are needed for many suspension lift systems. These lines are simply the most advanced brake lines available. These hoses have virtually no volumetric expansion and provide more immediate brake pedal response over standard soft expanding rubber hoses. Hose assemblies comply with Federal DOT Regulations and are legal in all 50 states. Non-aging Teflon inner core is chemically inert to all DOT approved brakes fluids including silicone. Stainless steel outer braid provides added protection to Kevlar and rubberized layers. Colorful translucent outer protection layer provides good looks and UV protection. One-piece crimp design end fittings are super strong and utilize standard brake fitting hardware. Kits come complete with front hoses, rear hoses and mounting hardware”
Jeep JK Brake Lines by Crown Industrial - Available at JeepSWAG.com
We’ve been busy over here at JeepSWAG. And yet another new product.
Baja proven, Dirt Bagz is the premier offroad storage and tool bag used by most all of the top Baja racing teams.
Just about to hit production. These will start to ship by the end of the month.
These things are awesome. I won’t wheel without.
Buy them for $125 a pair, plus shipping. You get what you pay for – these things are SWEET!
Pre-order now.
More details here: www.JeepSWAG.com/dirtbagz
Dirt Bagz Jeep JK Wheel Well Saddle Bags
Dominion OffRoad is currently developing a MultiRack for the Jeep JK. This will be sold through JeepSWAG.com and through authorized Dominion OffRoad dealers. These should shipping for the Christmas season.
Check back for details.
Dominion OffRoad MultiRack sneek peak
I’ve been doing some Jeep Wrangler Brake Pad replacement research. I’ve found two brands that stand above the others, EBC and Hawk.
Here’s my opinion about Jeep JK replacement brake pads;
Ultimately you get what you pay for. If you are afraid that your rotors are glazed, then the EBC brakes all have an advantage. They are coated with an abrasive that de-glazes the rotors for the first 200 miles. The down side to this is that you need to perform the break in process carefully. No hard braking for the first 200 miles.
The EBC Yellow Stuff is going to give the best bite all around, but they aren’t cheap. If you don’t have any rotor glazing issues, then the value of the Hawk pads is undeniable. They are a very good pad. They are easier on rotors than the Yellow Stuff pads.
You can buy EBC and Hawk Brake Pads at my online store. www.JeepSWAG.com
EBC Yellow Stuff Jeep JK Fronts: $119 shipped – EBC Red Stuff $97 shipped – EBC Green Stuff $74 shipped
Hawk Fronts: $78 shipped – Hawk Rears $69.99 shipped
Welcome to my Blog. I’ve started this blog to share stories about the wheeling and camping that I do, in and around Southern Calfornia. I’ll also be including write-ups, thoughts and technical information about the Jeep JK.
I design and market a line of Jeep JK aftermarket products. Be sure to check www.JeepSWAG.com
