Internal frame rot, cracked exhaust manifolds, Dana 35 axle weakness. 2007–2018
Lifts over 2.5 inches without an upgraded driveshaft can cause premature drivetrain failure. what to look for when buying a used jeep wrangler
“If you can pull rust chunks out of the frame [on a TJ], then you should do either a frame repair or a frame swap.” Jeep Wrangler TJ Forum · 7 years ago What To Look For When Buying A Used Jeep Wrangler!! Internal frame rot, cracked exhaust manifolds, Dana 35
: Drive over bumps at highway speeds to check for violent steering wheel shaking, a common issue in poorly maintained or improperly lifted Wranglers. Internal frame rot
: Check for "ticking" sounds, which can indicate bad rocker roller bearings.