Posts by Josh
3.6 / 3.2 Pentastar Tick
Chances are if you have a vehicle with a 3.6 Liter Pentastar engine you have or will have the dreaded Pentastar tick. This noise is caused by failed Valve Lifters or Tappets, Failed Rocker arms, or worn Camshaft lobes. This noise should be addressed as soon as possible to minimize additional engine wear. What Vehicles…
Read MoreOff Road Checklist
So your heading off road? As with major trip or excursion with your vehicle there is a checklist you should follow. Follow this list to have a great and safe time on the trail! Fluids You should check all the fluids in your vehicle before a trip including Fuel– make sure you fill the tank…
Read MoreSpacer lift Vs Full Lift?
This blog post will be addressing the right and wrong time to use a Spacer lift Vs Full lift kit. There are a few deciding factors when opting for the correct lift for your vehicle including: Intended use of the vehicle Mileage / Age of the vehicle Desired Ride Height Wheel size Intended use of…
Read MoreBaxter Performance USA
In todays blog post Id like to discuss the Baxter Performance Adapters for the 3.6L Engine. To start we should discuss who Baxter Performance is and why we use and sell their products. Who is Baxter Performance USA? The company was founded in 2015 by Kevin Baxter in Washington State. Baxter Performance Usa is an…
Read MoreWinter Checkup
Its always a good idea this time of year to have a Winter Checkup done on your vehicle. There are several items to do to maintain your vehicle year round, however you should spend special attention during the colder months to ensure your vehicle will serve you with no major issues. Follow on below to…
Read MoreJL Wrangler Lift Sizes
How much should I lift? This is a common question we receive here at the shop. Hopefully this guide will help you decide what is the proper size for you! Usually when discussing lifts here we want to know what you intend to do with the Jeep. Here are a few of the questions to…
Read MoreAll Terrain vs Mud Terrain
This is a question that we hear quite often here at the shop. There are several things to consider when purchasing a tire for your vehicle. Obviously this post is addressing vehicles used on and off road. For most drivers the All Terrain will fit their needs. This includes your weekend warriors who are using…
Read MoreLeaking Engine Oil Cooler
If you have a 3.6L Pentastar Jeep , Dodge, Chrysler, or Ram with this motor you likely have dealt with the dreaded Pentastar Leaking Engine Oil Cooler. If you have not yet this may be in your future. This leak is commonly misdiagnosed as a rear main seal, valve cover gasket, oil pan gasket, or…
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