WOW! Thanks to everyone who responded! I'll start pricing the
equipment from several manufacturers (although Warn DOES have
preference, I think)... But at least now I have an idea where to
start.

As an ex Paramedic in the Air Force, (yes, I jumped a "few" times
<grin>) I think I'll go with "vital fluid" protection first. I can
limp home with a broken leg, (rocker) but probably can't make it with
a severed carotid (oil pan) injury. Sorry for the analogy, but hey,
it works for me!

I have mostly been a lurker in RAMJ+W for about a year and I've
learned much from doing so. Thanks again to everyone! As I perform
the impending work, I'll document it and share as much knowledge as I
can.

John




gregorya@jps.net (Greg Allen) wrote in message news:<c64a3c54.0407081338.497e2458@posting.google. com>...
> We wheeled our stock 01 TJ for 3 years, with only Sun Performance
> Rocker guards. They work!
>
> The gas tank is pretty exposed with the stock "skid plate." Ours was
> hammered to the point where we had an extra 1" of clearance back there
> (however, gas tank capacity went down as well!) We just replaced it
> with a Currie Enterprises one, and got their steering box skid plate
> at the same time. Luck saved us from banging the steering box so far.
> As I pulled the stock gas tank plate off, it was easy to imagine a
> sharp rock ripping the exposed plastic tank side open.
>
> The factory transmission/transfer case skid plate seems adequate -- it
> has been hammered hard many times, and has only dings and scrapes to
> show for it.
>
> Placing our wheels on the high rocks through the nasty stuff, we've
> avoided most of the abuse to the oilpan and diff pumkins. So perhaps
> you can defer those for later if you feel you need them.
>
> john_r357@hotmail.com (John R) wrote in message
> > My question is: Where should I start with protection? I am not and
> > don't (intentionally) plan to be a rock crawler but I also don't like
> > the thought of walking home after smashing something either.
> >
> > Suggestions? Manufacturers? And, (gulp) price? Limited budget!

 

WOW! Thanks to everyone who responded! I'll start pricing the
equipment from several manufacturers (although Warn DOES have
preference, I think)... But at least now I have an idea where to
start.

As an ex Paramedic in the Air Force, (yes, I jumped a "few" times
<grin>) I think I'll go with "vital fluid" protection first. I can
limp home with a broken leg, (rocker) but probably can't make it with
a severed carotid (oil pan) injury. Sorry for the analogy, but hey,
it works for me!

I have mostly been a lurker in RAMJ+W for about a year and I've
learned much from doing so. Thanks again to everyone! As I perform
the impending work, I'll document it and share as much knowledge as I
can.

John




gregorya@jps.net (Greg Allen) wrote in message news:<c64a3c54.0407081338.497e2458@posting.google. com>...
> We wheeled our stock 01 TJ for 3 years, with only Sun Performance
> Rocker guards. They work!
>
> The gas tank is pretty exposed with the stock "skid plate." Ours was
> hammered to the point where we had an extra 1" of clearance back there
> (however, gas tank capacity went down as well!) We just replaced it
> with a Currie Enterprises one, and got their steering box skid plate
> at the same time. Luck saved us from banging the steering box so far.
> As I pulled the stock gas tank plate off, it was easy to imagine a
> sharp rock ripping the exposed plastic tank side open.
>
> The factory transmission/transfer case skid plate seems adequate -- it
> has been hammered hard many times, and has only dings and scrapes to
> show for it.
>
> Placing our wheels on the high rocks through the nasty stuff, we've
> avoided most of the abuse to the oilpan and diff pumkins. So perhaps
> you can defer those for later if you feel you need them.
>
> john_r357@hotmail.com (John R) wrote in message
> > My question is: Where should I start with protection? I am not and
> > don't (intentionally) plan to be a rock crawler but I also don't like
> > the thought of walking home after smashing something either.
> >
> > Suggestions? Manufacturers? And, (gulp) price? Limited budget!

 

WOW! Thanks to everyone who responded! I'll start pricing the
equipment from several manufacturers (although Warn DOES have
preference, I think)... But at least now I have an idea where to
start.

As an ex Paramedic in the Air Force, (yes, I jumped a "few" times
<grin>) I think I'll go with "vital fluid" protection first. I can
limp home with a broken leg, (rocker) but probably can't make it with
a severed carotid (oil pan) injury. Sorry for the analogy, but hey,
it works for me!

I have mostly been a lurker in RAMJ+W for about a year and I've
learned much from doing so. Thanks again to everyone! As I perform
the impending work, I'll document it and share as much knowledge as I
can.

John




gregorya@jps.net (Greg Allen) wrote in message news:<c64a3c54.0407081338.497e2458@posting.google. com>...
> We wheeled our stock 01 TJ for 3 years, with only Sun Performance
> Rocker guards. They work!
>
> The gas tank is pretty exposed with the stock "skid plate." Ours was
> hammered to the point where we had an extra 1" of clearance back there
> (however, gas tank capacity went down as well!) We just replaced it
> with a Currie Enterprises one, and got their steering box skid plate
> at the same time. Luck saved us from banging the steering box so far.
> As I pulled the stock gas tank plate off, it was easy to imagine a
> sharp rock ripping the exposed plastic tank side open.
>
> The factory transmission/transfer case skid plate seems adequate -- it
> has been hammered hard many times, and has only dings and scrapes to
> show for it.
>
> Placing our wheels on the high rocks through the nasty stuff, we've
> avoided most of the abuse to the oilpan and diff pumkins. So perhaps
> you can defer those for later if you feel you need them.
>
> john_r357@hotmail.com (John R) wrote in message
> > My question is: Where should I start with protection? I am not and
> > don't (intentionally) plan to be a rock crawler but I also don't like
> > the thought of walking home after smashing something either.
> >
> > Suggestions? Manufacturers? And, (gulp) price? Limited budget!

 

Please _do_ keep us posted. TJs are pretty awesome in their stock form,
just use common sense and a good spotter and you're home free. Makes me
wonder why I spent money to lift the Rubi........naw.

John R wrote:

> WOW! Thanks to everyone who responded! I'll start pricing the
> equipment from several manufacturers (although Warn DOES have
> preference, I think)... But at least now I have an idea where to
> start.
>
> As an ex Paramedic in the Air Force, (yes, I jumped a "few" times
> <grin>) I think I'll go with "vital fluid" protection first. I can
> limp home with a broken leg, (rocker) but probably can't make it with
> a severed carotid (oil pan) injury. Sorry for the analogy, but hey,
> it works for me!
>
> I have mostly been a lurker in RAMJ+W for about a year and I've
> learned much from doing so. Thanks again to everyone! As I perform
> the impending work, I'll document it and share as much knowledge as I
> can.
>
> John

--
__________________________________________________ _________
tw

03 TJ Rubicon - Rubicon Express 4.5"
01 XJ Sport

There is a very fine line between "hobby" and "mental illness."
-- Dave Barry

Pronunciation: 'jEp
Function: noun
Date: 1940

Etymology: from g. p. (G= 'Government' P= '80 inch wheelbase')
A small general-purpose motor vehicle with 80-inch wheelbase,
1/4-ton capacity, and four-wheel drive used by the U.S. army in
World War II.

(Please remove the OBVIOUS to reply by email)
__________________________________________________ _________

 

Please _do_ keep us posted. TJs are pretty awesome in their stock form,
just use common sense and a good spotter and you're home free. Makes me
wonder why I spent money to lift the Rubi........naw.

John R wrote:

> WOW! Thanks to everyone who responded! I'll start pricing the
> equipment from several manufacturers (although Warn DOES have
> preference, I think)... But at least now I have an idea where to
> start.
>
> As an ex Paramedic in the Air Force, (yes, I jumped a "few" times
> <grin>) I think I'll go with "vital fluid" protection first. I can
> limp home with a broken leg, (rocker) but probably can't make it with
> a severed carotid (oil pan) injury. Sorry for the analogy, but hey,
> it works for me!
>
> I have mostly been a lurker in RAMJ+W for about a year and I've
> learned much from doing so. Thanks again to everyone! As I perform
> the impending work, I'll document it and share as much knowledge as I
> can.
>
> John

--
__________________________________________________ _________
tw

03 TJ Rubicon - Rubicon Express 4.5"
01 XJ Sport

There is a very fine line between "hobby" and "mental illness."
-- Dave Barry

Pronunciation: 'jEp
Function: noun
Date: 1940

Etymology: from g. p. (G= 'Government' P= '80 inch wheelbase')
A small general-purpose motor vehicle with 80-inch wheelbase,
1/4-ton capacity, and four-wheel drive used by the U.S. army in
World War II.

(Please remove the OBVIOUS to reply by email)
__________________________________________________ _________

 

Please _do_ keep us posted. TJs are pretty awesome in their stock form,
just use common sense and a good spotter and you're home free. Makes me
wonder why I spent money to lift the Rubi........naw.

John R wrote:

> WOW! Thanks to everyone who responded! I'll start pricing the
> equipment from several manufacturers (although Warn DOES have
> preference, I think)... But at least now I have an idea where to
> start.
>
> As an ex Paramedic in the Air Force, (yes, I jumped a "few" times
> <grin>) I think I'll go with "vital fluid" protection first. I can
> limp home with a broken leg, (rocker) but probably can't make it with
> a severed carotid (oil pan) injury. Sorry for the analogy, but hey,
> it works for me!
>
> I have mostly been a lurker in RAMJ+W for about a year and I've
> learned much from doing so. Thanks again to everyone! As I perform
> the impending work, I'll document it and share as much knowledge as I
> can.
>
> John

--
__________________________________________________ _________
tw

03 TJ Rubicon - Rubicon Express 4.5"
01 XJ Sport

There is a very fine line between "hobby" and "mental illness."
-- Dave Barry

Pronunciation: 'jEp
Function: noun
Date: 1940

Etymology: from g. p. (G= 'Government' P= '80 inch wheelbase')
A small general-purpose motor vehicle with 80-inch wheelbase,
1/4-ton capacity, and four-wheel drive used by the U.S. army in
World War II.

(Please remove the OBVIOUS to reply by email)
__________________________________________________ _________

 

Please _do_ keep us posted. TJs are pretty awesome in their stock form,
just use common sense and a good spotter and you're home free. Makes me
wonder why I spent money to lift the Rubi........naw.

John R wrote:

> WOW! Thanks to everyone who responded! I'll start pricing the
> equipment from several manufacturers (although Warn DOES have
> preference, I think)... But at least now I have an idea where to
> start.
>
> As an ex Paramedic in the Air Force, (yes, I jumped a "few" times
> <grin>) I think I'll go with "vital fluid" protection first. I can
> limp home with a broken leg, (rocker) but probably can't make it with
> a severed carotid (oil pan) injury. Sorry for the analogy, but hey,
> it works for me!
>
> I have mostly been a lurker in RAMJ+W for about a year and I've
> learned much from doing so. Thanks again to everyone! As I perform
> the impending work, I'll document it and share as much knowledge as I
> can.
>
> John

--
__________________________________________________ _________
tw

03 TJ Rubicon - Rubicon Express 4.5"
01 XJ Sport

There is a very fine line between "hobby" and "mental illness."
-- Dave Barry

Pronunciation: 'jEp
Function: noun
Date: 1940

Etymology: from g. p. (G= 'Government' P= '80 inch wheelbase')
A small general-purpose motor vehicle with 80-inch wheelbase,
1/4-ton capacity, and four-wheel drive used by the U.S. army in
World War II.

(Please remove the OBVIOUS to reply by email)
__________________________________________________ _________

 

Oops, cranial flatulance made me say Curie when I meant to say Kilby...

gregorya@jps.net (Greg Allen) wrote in message news:<c64a3c54.0407081338.497e2458@posting.google. com>...
> We wheeled our stock 01 TJ for 3 years, with only Sun Performance
> Rocker guards. They work!
>
> The gas tank is pretty exposed with the stock "skid plate." Ours was
> hammered to the point where we had an extra 1" of clearance back there
> (however, gas tank capacity went down as well!) We just replaced it
> with a Currie Enterprises one, and got their steering box skid plate
> at the same time. Luck saved us from banging the steering box so far.
> As I pulled the stock gas tank plate off, it was easy to imagine a
> sharp rock ripping the exposed plastic tank side open.
>
> The factory transmission/transfer case skid plate seems adequate -- it
> has been hammered hard many times, and has only dings and scrapes to
> show for it.
>
> Placing our wheels on the high rocks through the nasty stuff, we've
> avoided most of the abuse to the oilpan and diff pumkins. So perhaps
> you can defer those for later if you feel you need them.
>
> john_r357@hotmail.com (John R) wrote in message
> > My question is: Where should I start with protection? I am not and
> > don't (intentionally) plan to be a rock crawler but I also don't like
> > the thought of walking home after smashing something either.
> >
> > Suggestions? Manufacturers? And, (gulp) price? Limited budget!

 

Oops, cranial flatulance made me say Curie when I meant to say Kilby...

gregorya@jps.net (Greg Allen) wrote in message news:<c64a3c54.0407081338.497e2458@posting.google. com>...
> We wheeled our stock 01 TJ for 3 years, with only Sun Performance
> Rocker guards. They work!
>
> The gas tank is pretty exposed with the stock "skid plate." Ours was
> hammered to the point where we had an extra 1" of clearance back there
> (however, gas tank capacity went down as well!) We just replaced it
> with a Currie Enterprises one, and got their steering box skid plate
> at the same time. Luck saved us from banging the steering box so far.
> As I pulled the stock gas tank plate off, it was easy to imagine a
> sharp rock ripping the exposed plastic tank side open.
>
> The factory transmission/transfer case skid plate seems adequate -- it
> has been hammered hard many times, and has only dings and scrapes to
> show for it.
>
> Placing our wheels on the high rocks through the nasty stuff, we've
> avoided most of the abuse to the oilpan and diff pumkins. So perhaps
> you can defer those for later if you feel you need them.
>
> john_r357@hotmail.com (John R) wrote in message
> > My question is: Where should I start with protection? I am not and
> > don't (intentionally) plan to be a rock crawler but I also don't like
> > the thought of walking home after smashing something either.
> >
> > Suggestions? Manufacturers? And, (gulp) price? Limited budget!

 

Oops, cranial flatulance made me say Curie when I meant to say Kilby...

gregorya@jps.net (Greg Allen) wrote in message news:<c64a3c54.0407081338.497e2458@posting.google. com>...
> We wheeled our stock 01 TJ for 3 years, with only Sun Performance
> Rocker guards. They work!
>
> The gas tank is pretty exposed with the stock "skid plate." Ours was
> hammered to the point where we had an extra 1" of clearance back there
> (however, gas tank capacity went down as well!) We just replaced it
> with a Currie Enterprises one, and got their steering box skid plate
> at the same time. Luck saved us from banging the steering box so far.
> As I pulled the stock gas tank plate off, it was easy to imagine a
> sharp rock ripping the exposed plastic tank side open.
>
> The factory transmission/transfer case skid plate seems adequate -- it
> has been hammered hard many times, and has only dings and scrapes to
> show for it.
>
> Placing our wheels on the high rocks through the nasty stuff, we've
> avoided most of the abuse to the oilpan and diff pumkins. So perhaps
> you can defer those for later if you feel you need them.
>
> john_r357@hotmail.com (John R) wrote in message
> > My question is: Where should I start with protection? I am not and
> > don't (intentionally) plan to be a rock crawler but I also don't like
> > the thought of walking home after smashing something either.
> >
> > Suggestions? Manufacturers? And, (gulp) price? Limited budget!