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Old 04-17-2011, 08:30 PM
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Originally Posted by 3Lug
I live in Phoenix. In the middle of summer, hot is what the temperature is BEFORE the sun comes up.
I have had my air dam off since purchasing the Jeep 2 years ago.

No cooling problems.
You won't see any cooling problems until you are operating under circumstances that have the cooling system taxed to capacity. Pulling a trailer up a long grade on the highway would be an example.
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Old 04-17-2011, 08:32 PM
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just get a custom bumper! stock air dam got ripped off the first time wheeling...chunked mine in the trash.
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Old 04-17-2011, 08:35 PM
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Well that's good to know when I go back to Tucson I won't have any cooling problems. But for now I think the Buffalo weather will keep my Jeep cool
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Old 04-18-2011, 02:14 AM
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Originally Posted by blw
I read a forum post from a Wrangler engineer who said the air dam is important for two things: reduced drag and better air circulation around engine compartment (reduced temps). So I would leave it on, or at least go with a beefier but similar replacement.
Is that the same engineer whose idea it was to replace the transmission skid plate with a "skid bar" to prevent the transmission overheating problems?
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Old 04-18-2011, 04:30 AM
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Looks better without it too. Mine has been off. NO Problems.
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Old 04-18-2011, 04:39 AM
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I left mine on during the winter to keep the salt, dirt and crap out, but took it off for the summer yesterday!
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Old 04-18-2011, 05:40 AM
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According to wholesalemopar site, they list for $237.
Im thinking about one.
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Old 04-18-2011, 02:46 PM
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Originally Posted by pwross01
Nice ... Good idea on the skid plate ... Ok, off it goes
Before you run off and buy a skid plate, ask yourself if you are planning to replace your front bumper. Many aftermarket bumpers already come with a lower skid designed for their bumper.

Just trying to save you from buying it twice.
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Old 04-19-2011, 12:36 PM
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thinking of taking mine off too...
i wonder what the consensus is on this issue...
poll anyone ... ???
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Old 04-19-2011, 04:00 PM
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Rip it off!

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