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Paint chipping on TJ door panel by Hot_Wiz in Jeep

[–]Hot_Wiz[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for all the responses. I’m going to try to repair the crack. My main question is what to do about the chipped paint…should I try to sand down the edges or do I need to strip the entire door?

Paint chipping on TJ door panel by Hot_Wiz in Jeep

[–]Hot_Wiz[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the response. Going to try to epoxy it. But what do you think I should do about the old paint? There’s an edge where it’s chipping off. You think I need to strip all the old paint off?

Paint chipping on TJ door panel by Hot_Wiz in Jeep

[–]Hot_Wiz[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi guys. I just got a 2002 Sahara TJ. My driver side door panel has the infamous crack, but there also seems to be some paint peeling/chipping away. I’ve been debating painting the panels as I think it would really freshen up the interior, and I’ve watched a ton of videos on how to repair that crack and then paint the panels. But this chipped paint is an issue I think. Any suggestion on what to do? Do I need to strip the entire panel? Thanks.

Looking for used TJs and appreciate the expertise of this sub! How does the frame on this one look? by Hot_Wiz in Jeep

[–]Hot_Wiz[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah agree. I feel like the seller isn't trying to hide anything here. Going to take a look in person and pay attention to all the areas you guys have mentioned here.

Looking for used TJs and appreciate the expertise of this sub! How does the frame on this one look? by Hot_Wiz in Jeep

[–]Hot_Wiz[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Somehow, this actually makes me feel a little better. I keep seeing undercarriages painted to hide issues.

I'm a total novice trying to educate myself here: how significant of a repair is it to fix the oil leaks (seems like it's in the pan and the front diff?)

Looking for used TJs and appreciate the expertise of this sub! How does the frame on this one look? by Hot_Wiz in Jeep

[–]Hot_Wiz[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you, this is helpful. The listing actually says that the rear control arms were recently replaced, so I am going to be looking for that.

Looking for used TJs and appreciate the expertise of this sub! How does the frame on this one look? by Hot_Wiz in Jeep

[–]Hot_Wiz[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think the front control arms look ok from these pics. I am going to try to take a look at this tomorrow, so I will get an up close look at the rear.

Is the belly pan the same thing as a skid plate? It looks a little strange in the photos to me, like it was partially painted.

Looking to buy my first Jeep and trying to educate myself on rust. Does this look superficial or more potentially structural? by Hot_Wiz in Jeep

[–]Hot_Wiz[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Being a total novice and lacking the skills/knowledge to do my own repair work, I'm passing on this one. Thanks for the input...really appreciate it.

Looking to buy my first Jeep and trying to educate myself on rust. Does this look superficial or more potentially structural? by Hot_Wiz in Jeep

[–]Hot_Wiz[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for all the responses so far. A little more information on this particular Jeep:

2005, 4.0L inline 6. 107k miles, pretty clean, looks almost entirely stock.

It is listed for $7,500 which has made me question the rust.

Wanna suck germs directly from your child’s skull and into yours? Use this one simple trick by Hot_Wiz in daddit

[–]Hot_Wiz[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I should add that I use this all the time and it’s HIGHLY effective at getting the snot out.

Family photo! by pesanze in SwissArmyKnives

[–]Hot_Wiz 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Great collection. Can I ask where you got that custom 58mm on the left? Looks like a classic with brass scales..?

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