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XJ4IV
10-15-2011, 09:32 PM
Got the frame fixed up yesterday.
who helped ya?
cantab27
10-15-2011, 09:37 PM
went around and looked at it,,,,,,its still broken..long weekend coming up, will pull finger and fix it....maybe
XJ4IV
10-15-2011, 09:37 PM
Bought a new one, at least new to us...
http://wranglertalk.com/images/special/redjeep1a.jpg
http://wranglertalk.com/images/special/redjeep2a.jpg
sell out!spam
XJ4IV
10-15-2011, 09:39 PM
went around and looked at it,,,,,,its still broken..long weekend coming up, will pull finger and fix it....maybe
wow perhaps we should all take note of what happens to a KIWI when their finger is pulled... all us americans do is fart!
Firemanray
10-15-2011, 09:44 PM
DROVE mine. Took the wife to see a scenic sunset and to dinner. Real stylish and romantic huh? We had fun anyway.
cantab27
10-15-2011, 09:46 PM
wow perhaps we should all take note of what happens to a KIWI when their finger is pulled... all us americans do is fart!
live and learn scotters................................;)
I took it out for a trip (http://www.xjtalk.com/showthread.php?p=95078) :-)
and I made the ABS light turned on... :(
Saar
Showtime3492
10-16-2011, 12:45 AM
I took it out for a trip (http://www.xjtalk.com/showthread.php?p=95078) :-)
and I made the ABS light turned on... :(
Saar
Easy fix ... Ditch the 35 lol
oderdene
10-16-2011, 07:45 AM
IAC and Throttle body cleaned, lots of buildups removed. do i need to reset ecu after cleaning? or just assemble back and drive?
dagr8tim
10-16-2011, 03:49 PM
Discovered this:
https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/307647_10150877345800131_886005130_21209682_543624 860_n.jpg
Showtime3492
10-16-2011, 04:41 PM
More unibody surgery.... Slightly tired if this... But once its done bed lining shall take place.
dagr8tim
10-16-2011, 04:44 PM
More unibody surgery.... Slightly tired if this... But once its done bed lining shall take place.
Pics or it didn't happen.
jccatt
10-16-2011, 04:51 PM
Drove it to the station
DETOURS
10-16-2011, 06:44 PM
Bought a new one, at least new to us...
http://wranglertalk.com/images/special/redjeep1a.jpg
http://wranglertalk.com/images/special/redjeep2a.jpg
Looks great!!
Showtime3492
10-16-2011, 07:40 PM
Pics or it didn't happen.
Oh it happened pics in a few
dagr8tim
10-16-2011, 08:07 PM
Oh it happened pics in a few
*Waiting* Come on, I'm an old man. I could die soon.
Showtime3492
10-16-2011, 09:36 PM
http://i1127.photobucket.com/albums/l626/Showtime3492/IMAG0275.jpg
Before you die lol ^^^
This is all to be chassis savered tomorrow in prep for bedline.. which will happen eventually as soon as my jeep stops acting like a menstrual nightmare....
Showtime3492
10-16-2011, 09:41 PM
Do you have the reamer? Everywhere I look a decent reamer is more than I want to pay for something I'll likely use once. I've done the V8 ZJ tie rod and I'm very happy.
http://i1127.photobucket.com/albums/l626/Showtime3492/IMAG0270.jpg
the flip
dagr8tim
10-16-2011, 09:47 PM
the flip
Do you just flip the dr side or both?
Showtime3492
10-16-2011, 09:54 PM
Do you just flip the dr side or both?
You flip the side thats just the tie rod to the knuckle, you cant flip the drag link side without major modification.
dagr8tim
10-16-2011, 09:57 PM
You flip the side thats just the tie rod to the knuckle, you cant flip the drag link side without major modification.
Cool, I wasn't sure how it worked out. If you are only flipping that side, what is the major benefit? The passenger side still hangs down.
Showtime3492
10-16-2011, 10:01 PM
Its for lifted jeeps mostly its not so much for clearance thats what high steer is for but thats also 600 bucks. its for better steering geometry reduces need for a drop pitman arm a little bit and helps with overall steering, alignment etc
Showtime3492
10-17-2011, 04:40 PM
Building a replacment guard on the inside of the jeep that covers the gas tank hoses since they like to trap water and are shit cuz jeep saw it necessary to just rivet that on. This one is probably overkill but with an XJ Ive learned that overkill can sometimes be underkill... This gets done ill post pics up and hopefully ill get the rear floor chasssis savered up so that i can finally get to finishing my interior thats been a wreck and a half for the past 2 months......
prcjeep
10-17-2011, 05:09 PM
Drove it Sugarland today and the Check Engine light came on... don don dooonnnnn
prcjeep
10-17-2011, 05:10 PM
Bought a new one, at least new to us...
http://wranglertalk.com/images/special/redjeep1a.jpg
http://wranglertalk.com/images/special/redjeep2a.jpg
Looks good... Now for your to-do list!
who helped ya?
a guy from church that works on conversion vans for the handicapped.
dagr8tim
10-17-2011, 06:55 PM
Tried to swap my ZJ off set shifter handle. This is probably the 3rd time and I got the white insert when I was at the JY last monday. Still didn't work. :-(
pmljeep
10-17-2011, 08:43 PM
Test fit my JY roofrack rails and cargo rack. I like it.
Showtime3492
10-17-2011, 08:50 PM
Tried to swap my ZJ off set shifter handle. This is probably the 3rd time and I got the white insert when I was at the JY last monday. Still didn't work. :-(
I used to have a pool ball shifter on my auto yes i said auto and the first time it wouldnt work right so i wacked it with a rubber mallet cuz there is a little catch nub on mine and it slid down and worked flawless. it was just difficult to shift at timesbeing that the button was now on top.
Showtime3492
10-17-2011, 08:52 PM
http://i1127.photobucket.com/albums/l626/Showtime3492/IMAG0280.jpg
cantab27
10-17-2011, 08:56 PM
notice the increase in horse power with that sticker .....
Adrenalinejunky
10-17-2011, 08:57 PM
Smashed my front bumper and dented my right front fender
Showtime3492
10-17-2011, 09:14 PM
notice the increase in horse power with that sticker .....
Best bolt on power ive found yet easily like 15 hp for 7 bucks. rofl
dagr8tim
10-17-2011, 09:19 PM
Best bolt on power ive found yet easily like 15 hp for 7 bucks. rofl
Go on to ebay and get a police interceptor badge. 25+ hp for less than $10.
Showtime3492
10-17-2011, 09:20 PM
Go on to ebay and get a police interceptor badge. 25+ hp for less than $10.
No freakin way!!! Hmm now sell this worthless throttlebody spacer for that and i should be good to go....:rotfl2::rotfl2:
prcjeep
10-18-2011, 01:16 AM
drove her home from sugar land and the check engine light went off... hmmmmm
bigjim350
10-18-2011, 02:18 AM
drove her home from sugar land and the check engine light went off... hmmmmm
Its cause its Green, the fix themselves :D
prcjeep
10-18-2011, 02:48 AM
I like it when that happens!
msmoorenburg
10-18-2011, 06:23 AM
fixed the trailer lights
rugidone
10-18-2011, 07:18 AM
Got run into by the wife's car. lol
dagr8tim
10-18-2011, 07:41 AM
Drove to work. Trying to figure out if I can get a deal on replacing the windshield and the hatch glass.
Its cause its Green, the fix themselves :D
true statement! :watermelon:
bluedragon436
10-18-2011, 01:24 PM
Installed the factory keyless board I got from XJArcher, and now I can be part of the lazy not having to use my key to unlock the door group!! LOL.. Yeah it is a simple easy install.. but still a mod I have been wanting to do, and finally got to do it..
dagr8tim
10-18-2011, 02:00 PM
Driving around to find parts for the GF's alero.
Showtime3492
10-18-2011, 08:22 PM
There needs to be more jeep work going on! 6 hours since last post? Come on we all have xjs and theyre far from low maintenance! Lol anyway ill be cleaning mine out at 2am when I get home Haha
Installed my New Clock Spring.
It'll be good to have Cruise Control Back.
rugidone
10-19-2011, 08:09 AM
Washed it and watched my pressure washer seize solid :S.....burning electronics smell so pretty.
Mudderoy
10-19-2011, 08:52 AM
Installed my New Clock Spring.
It'll be good to have Cruise Control Back.
Pretty easy to install, just expensive.
jccatt
10-19-2011, 04:30 PM
New nose cone arrived yesterdar, so told the jeep it gets its teeth fixed soon. Just gota get a tin of green
bigjim350
10-19-2011, 08:14 PM
Finally brought it home
I Missed it . Where was it?
http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll283/cainc_bucket/PA200024.jpg
Took a look inside my old Clockspring
http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll283/cainc_bucket/PA200025.jpg
Firemanray
10-19-2011, 09:48 PM
Does look'n at it count as doing something? That's all I've had time to do for 3 days!
Mudderoy
10-20-2011, 03:20 AM
http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll283/cainc_bucket/PA200024.jpg
Took a look inside my old Clockspring
http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll283/cainc_bucket/PA200025.jpg
That isn't what I thought was in there at all!
bluedragon436
10-20-2011, 10:34 AM
Ordered the missing hardware for my steering dampener.... Why must my boxes get their ass's kicked in the mail?? Hardware shipped to me free of charge... man I love RC's customer service!!
Showtime3492
10-20-2011, 02:39 PM
I need some help heree. I have been chasing leaks in the roof of the xj now for weeks I siliconed all the roofrack bolts still leaking water. There are no cracks in the gutter on the sides its not the windshield or windows. The leak is draining into the lower rear quarters and out onto the floor of my xj so i think it local to the rear hatch area... ANY THOUGHTS?? This thing has been driving me nuts leaking lol. I noticed ot still leaking while I was cleaning it out so I did clean it out but that's it...
XJ4IV
10-20-2011, 03:35 PM
I need some help heree. I have been chasing leaks in the roof of the xj now for weeks I siliconed all the roofrack bolts still leaking water. There are no cracks in the gutter on the sides its not the windshield or windows. The leak is draining into the lower rear quarters and out onto the floor of my xj so i think it local to the rear hatch area... ANY THOUGHTS?? This thing has been driving me nuts leaking lol. I noticed ot still leaking while I was cleaning it out so I did clean it out but that's it...
mine has done the same damn thing since I bought it 4 years ago... it leaks on the drivers side somewhere from the hatch... Ive replaced weather stripping ive siliconed stuff... still cant locate it, I gave up
jccatt
10-20-2011, 03:46 PM
Finished welding and painting the light bar.
Showtime3492
10-20-2011, 04:08 PM
mine has done the same damn thing since I bought it 4 years ago... it leaks on the drivers side somewhere from the hatch... Ive replaced weather stripping ive siliconed stuff... still cant locate it, I gave up
I believe it may be coming from the hatch bolts or the gromets that the wires run through.. o may do some leak checking with the hose this weekend since the headliner is coming out too this weekend maybe ill be able to see more.
dagr8tim
10-20-2011, 07:54 PM
Drove to work. It's been raining for 3 days and everything is completely soaked. This weekend's supposed to be dry and my nutcerts are in. Maybe another stab at the transfer case skid plate.
Firemanray
10-20-2011, 09:32 PM
I did a first, I used mine to make money!!
bluedragon436
10-20-2011, 10:24 PM
Hope you made a good bit... since depending on what you did with it.. you might need to spend more money on it shortly!! LOL..
The grass was mowed. The tractor was back together. It was raining all day. The house was full of my son's friends. :jail: So it was a JEEP DAY.
http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll283/cainc_bucket/Jeep%20Cherokee%202001%20Albums/Over%20the%20Knuckle%20Steering/Steerig%20Stops/SteeringStop4.jpg
Added onto my steering stops.
After I went to my over the knuckle steering the steering stabilizer was getting bent and smashed by the tie rod and drag link
http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll283/cainc_bucket/Jeep%20Cherokee%202001%20Albums/CitizensBandRadio/CBSpeakerMount3.jpg
Got rid of my dangly speaker wire.
http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll283/cainc_bucket/Jeep%20Cherokee%202001%20Albums/Winch/WinchLock3.jpg
http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll283/cainc_bucket/Jeep%20Cherokee%202001%20Albums/Winch/WinchLock1.jpg
Made a lock rod for my winch.
Dirt Dogg Rydas
10-21-2011, 05:32 PM
used it to move my utility trailer so I could clean under it
I miss driving it.:cry:
oderdene
10-21-2011, 07:46 PM
I need some help heree. I have been chasing leaks in the roof of the xj now for weeks I siliconed all the roofrack bolts still leaking water. There are no cracks in the gutter on the sides its not the windshield or windows. The leak is draining into the lower rear quarters and out onto the floor of my xj so i think it local to the rear hatch area... ANY THOUGHTS?? This thing has been driving me nuts leaking lol. I noticed ot still leaking while I was cleaning it out so I did clean it out but that's it...
check rear quarter panel window seal, mine has big gap and siliconed well
XJ4IV
10-21-2011, 07:51 PM
replaced the oil catch under my jeep... honestly Im PRETTY sure that the tranny pan oughta be empty!
anyone know of a way to rethread my tranny pan bolt holes, the OE ones stripped out really easily.
tjbuggie
10-21-2011, 08:05 PM
can you say helicoil kit????
striped flairs off my jeep...
dagr8tim
10-21-2011, 08:08 PM
Picked up more nutcerts for the TC skid.
Carves
10-21-2011, 08:09 PM
replaced the oil catch under my jeep... honestly Im PRETTY sure that the tranny pan oughta be empty!
anyone know of a way to rethread my tranny pan bolt holes, the OE ones stripped out really easily.
Since mine should have a new concrete slab to park on soon ...
I bought the perfect accessories for it this morning ....
2 x 5 gallon drip trays .... :D
dagr8tim
10-21-2011, 08:15 PM
Since mine should have a new concrete slab to park on soon ...
I bought the perfect accessories for it this morning ....
2 x 5 gallon drip trays .... :D
You'd hate me. When I changed my PS lines, I just cut the return line before thinking of a drip pan. I've got a nice dead spot in my gravel driveway.
msmoorenburg
10-21-2011, 08:43 PM
Added some Detours pillar lights
http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y299/msmoorenburg/IMG_20111021_150014.jpg
http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y299/msmoorenburg/IMG_20111021_150036.jpg
dagr8tim
10-21-2011, 08:49 PM
Added some Detours pillar lights
HEY!!!! those are mine...
Showtime3492
10-21-2011, 08:59 PM
Ordered my tnt customs unibody rail reinforcements.
You'd hate me. When I changed my PS lines, I just cut the return line before thinking of a drip pan. I've got a nice dead spot in my gravel driveway.
What are you trying to grow in your driveway ? :)
Replaced the license plate light and the rusted screws that held it in.
cantab27
10-22-2011, 03:49 AM
more on the pos drowned heep...... and lots more to go....
OrangeXJ
10-22-2011, 05:19 AM
putting a new engine in the TJ
Tim96XJ
10-22-2011, 08:01 PM
I did an oil change greased the front end Balanced the front tires and put on Pads and rotors.
dagr8tim
10-22-2011, 09:57 PM
Took it to a wedding. Guy in a brand new Porsche parked next to me. He got kinda ticket when I made eye contact and snickered at him.
http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll283/cainc_bucket/Junk/PA230002.jpg
Changed the $45 OIL PRESSURE SENSOR. :cry:
http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll283/cainc_bucket/Junk/PA230012.jpg
I fastened the top of my FAN SHROUD back on.
It was busted by the P.O.
:D I used some hardware I found laying around from an old screen door spring and some epoxy. :D
cantab27
10-22-2011, 10:24 PM
got the shits with it and started to part out....
http://i469.photobucket.com/albums/rr52/cantab27/jeepin%20and%20bits/Image0607.jpg
Dirt Dogg Rydas
10-22-2011, 11:39 PM
Finally took it out for a ride
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IBDr6uNUhfo&sns=em
cantab27
10-22-2011, 11:46 PM
^^^^^ nice ..................................
Mudderoy
10-23-2011, 03:53 AM
Sylders... with frame stiffeners...
https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-o3o3t6jmryM/TqNk_zpnfgI/AAAAAAAABZg/OCGHsjUIQs4/s640/2011-10-22%25252019.25.58.jpg
OrangeXJ
10-23-2011, 04:05 AM
/\ /\ /\ sweet I like the way they fit between the Bushwakers
Mudderoy
10-23-2011, 04:09 AM
/\ /\ /\ sweet I like the way they fit between the Bushwakers
Yes, and provide protection to the bottoms of the bushwackers!
cantab27
10-23-2011, 05:38 AM
Sylders... with frame stiffeners...
https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-o3o3t6jmryM/TqNk_zpnfgI/AAAAAAAABZg/OCGHsjUIQs4/s640/2011-10-22%25252019.25.58.jpg
pains me to say it but ...dang tony ...sex on wheels there brother....
now get it dirty....;)
jeepxj95
10-23-2011, 06:09 AM
put a 83 inch belt on and bypassed the clutch fan modified the alt bracket. now cant wait for the e fan to come. but atleast its running again :) its been 2 weeks.
Metlic53
10-23-2011, 07:28 AM
Sylders... with frame stiffeners...
https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-o3o3t6jmryM/TqNk_zpnfgI/AAAAAAAABZg/OCGHsjUIQs4/s640/2011-10-22%25252019.25.58.jpg
Lets see some pics of the frame stiffeners! :D
Mudderoy
10-23-2011, 09:04 AM
Lets see some pics of the frame stiffeners! :D
I'll get some more pictures today. It got dark on me yesterday. :patriot:
Showtime3492
10-23-2011, 09:49 AM
Had an opportunity at some half tread tsl 35s for 100 bucks but for a 17 inch rim.. after lookingup prices on new rims, ill just buy a set of 35s for my 15s.. Goin out to do some weldin and hopefully finally getting done with this interior.
afbond03
10-23-2011, 09:55 AM
Yesterday I adjusted my shackle angle with my shackle relocation brackets. Got my DS dead to rights on. So today I will be messing with the front DS to figure these vibes out.
dagr8tim
10-23-2011, 10:31 AM
Sylders... with frame stiffeners...
A shame you never take this thing out.
JG-Man
10-23-2011, 02:42 PM
Installed some beefy shackles I got on C's List and RC bushings I got free on JeepForum; smallest I could find was 3/4" taller to replace the OEMs. Now she sits a little high in the rear (3/4"), I guess it's time for spacers in the front! Track bar was also very loose. Now the Jeep has tight steering, tracks as straight as my wife's 2010 Escape and doesn't sway in the corners. Unbelievable what worn bushings can do to all aspects of your ride.
XJ Wheeler
10-23-2011, 03:31 PM
Wednesday and Thursday i worked on making some a-pillar light mounts and painted them.
Friday i installed them with hella 500s, and wired em up. That took a while due to me soldering all wire-wire connections and there was a lot of them. Also installed some L.E.D.s in my front fenders, and put on some new windshield wipers.
Yesterday was kinda crazy. Started out at 8am, washed my xj, cleaned out the interior, got gear, headed to car show, got there really late, finally found a spot, walked around and looked at the cars, got some free oil (ten quarts total), got a free t-shirt, left the show, got some food, went to cruise held by car show on nearby street, drove that for a while, got warned by cop to turn off my a-pillar lights (i had my covers on to not blind anyone but still got warned, seriously, there was people frying their tires and blasting airhorns but my lights with covers on are a problem), got frustrated trying for an hour to find a place to park, watched some of the tire frying for about 2hours, left there, got excited and peeled out in some gravel, almost hit an approaching car while peeling out, got some pizza, went home, got some sleep.
XJ Wheeler
10-23-2011, 03:36 PM
Here's some pics
http://i1108.photobucket.com/albums/h401/xj-wheeler/2011-10-22133554-1.jpg
http://i1108.photobucket.com/albums/h401/xj-wheeler/2011-10-22133705.jpg
http://i1108.photobucket.com/albums/h401/xj-wheeler/2011-10-22133642-1.jpg
dagr8tim
10-23-2011, 03:43 PM
Discovered a new noise.
bluedragon436
10-23-2011, 04:03 PM
Pulled the grille and headlight sarrounds... and painted them all black again.. got tired of the faded gray they were since I bought them.. can't figure out why I didn't paint them when I was doing the flares.. oh well.. taken care of now.. Now just to take care of the faded front and rear bumpers and end caps for them.. got a plan for the front bumper issue.. as for the rear bumper.. guess I'll just pick up another can of Krylon to take care of it once I get back from this TDY...
Dirt Dogg Rydas
10-23-2011, 06:07 PM
Here's some pics
http://i1108.photobucket.com/albums/h401/xj-wheeler/2011-10-22133554-1.jpg
http://i1108.photobucket.com/albums/h401/xj-wheeler/2011-10-22133705.jpg
http://i1108.photobucket.com/albums/h401/xj-wheeler/2011-10-22133642-1.jpg
Nice!
That's what mine looked like when I first lifted it. Minus the rims
dagr8tim
10-23-2011, 06:08 PM
I just stopped and looked at this:
https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/294141_10150891944650131_886005130_21300682_140439 063_n.jpg
$4500, V8, 95K (not sure if it's turned over), and the interior is in rough shape.
rugidone
10-23-2011, 06:20 PM
drove mine to my parents yesterday, came home and went back outside this morning and could see gear oil dripping from the pan on the rear diff...:S
Mudderoy
10-23-2011, 09:30 PM
Changed the oil, and it was nasty!
https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-Vvle1YtwUic/TqSz1iD2GZI/AAAAAAAABb0/eTqzQ5AvAPQ/s800/2011-10-23%25252019.11.46.jpg
prcjeep
10-23-2011, 09:38 PM
cleaned up the oil slick in my carport after getting threatened with eviction for "excessive fluid leaking from vehicle"
Showtime3492
10-23-2011, 10:30 PM
Wow today was an awesome day for the xj. Got the headliner pulled out and ready for replacing got most of my final touches done for welding inside it. And the big score this weekend I'm goin to be bed lining the exterior from the halfway mark down. Except for the doors they are going to be either replaced or modified when I weld I'm my tube rockers... It will be nice to have a semi clean xj again. :D
XJ Wheeler
10-23-2011, 11:25 PM
Today i cleaned out the interior, trimmed the rubber on the backside of the a-pillars to line up with the light brackets, and finally mounted my fire extinguisher.
http://i1108.photobucket.com/albums/h401/xj-wheeler/2011-10-23181959-1.jpg
bigjim350
10-26-2011, 04:10 PM
I wheeled mine today, which lead to a dirty jeep :(, a tire busted off the bead, and a broken tie rod end on my trackbar. Will post wheeling pics and vids later in another thread.
Edit: Please ignore the ugly red color in the background :D
http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b249/bigjim350/100_0709.jpg
http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b249/bigjim350/100_0708.jpg
Showtime3492
10-26-2011, 07:06 PM
Pretty sure I found its replacement. I am most likely getting a 2000 with a blown motor and overall really good condition body for 700 and just swapping all my parts lift suspension tired motor etc over to the 2000
Dirt Dogg Rydas
10-26-2011, 08:10 PM
My dome lights didn't come on when I opened the lift gate so I fixed that. somewhat.
dagr8tim
10-26-2011, 08:16 PM
My dome lights didn't come on when I opened the lift gate so I fixed that. somewhat.
There's a switch in the liftgate that normally needs cleaned or adjusted. I gotta do the same thing eventually.
Carves
10-27-2011, 02:44 AM
Pinched the battery out of it so as to get the long neglected MiniMack mobile ....
MiniMack fired up first go after 12mnths sitting in paddock ... ran lumpy on stale petrol ... but idled nice when switched over to gas.
MiniMack .... in all its dented and abused glory .... :D
http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n629/carves-oz/Funnies/Ute02.jpg
Mudderoy
10-27-2011, 09:10 AM
Pinched the battery out of it so as to get the long neglected MiniMack mobile ....
MiniMack fired up first go after 12mnths sitting in paddock ... ran lumpy on stale petrol ... but idled nice when switched over to gas.
MiniMack .... in all its dented and abused glory .... :D
http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n629/carves-oz/Funnies/Ute02.jpg
lol I think of petrol being the "fancy" name for gas. Is the gas you are talking about natural gas, or propane?
Carves
10-27-2011, 09:23 AM
lol I think of petrol being the "fancy" name for gas. Is the gas you are talking about natural gas, or propane?
Damned if I know actually .... I think there is two offerings .... The bowsers handy for me .... all have LPG marked on 'em... liquid petroleum gas ...
ummmm ... google google .... OK .... propane is the main component :D
.... and just to stay on topic jeep wise .... lots of fellas down here are running XJs on dual fuel ...
dagr8tim
10-27-2011, 12:21 PM
.... and just to stay on topic jeep wise .... lots of fellas down here are running XJs on dual fuel ...
Any info on the dual fuel setup? I've always been curious about LP gas conversions.
Carves
10-27-2011, 05:13 PM
Any info on the dual fuel setup? I've always been curious about LP gas conversions.
I'll see what I can dig up for you ....
dagr8tim
10-27-2011, 05:31 PM
Figured out my idle issue seems to be tied to using my defrost and the AC compressor kicking on.
Showtime3492
10-27-2011, 05:50 PM
Bought a 2000 that needs a motor for 600.
dagr8tim
10-27-2011, 05:51 PM
Bought a 2000 that needs a motor for 600.
:worthlesspics:
Showtime3492
10-27-2011, 06:14 PM
:worthlesspics:
Ahh patience.... Lol
cpttuna
10-27-2011, 07:20 PM
Imade a map holder today. I cut a piece of rubber 8"by 11" from a truck tire inner tube. you put the maps in it folded long way. I then placed it between the passenger seat and the 2 cup holders. The map holder keeps the maps from slipping down and going under the seat.
Firemanray
10-27-2011, 08:37 PM
Made money with it again this week. Removed stumps around customers boat house.
http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd11/firemanray21/009-1.jpg
http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd11/firemanray21/010-1.jpg
Marsbar
10-27-2011, 11:06 PM
I tried to start the XJ...............MMM, NOT EVEN A CLICK (think its time to charge the battery) The compressor was turned on & the 12lit air tank was still half full........I guess someone bumped the switch over to the main battery when he was taking the Toolbox out the other day.....:banghead:
On Sunday should be picking up the 96XJ Sport (paid $200) & trailer it to the new workshop;)
1, Motor for Greeno
2, Front diff, Control Arms, Driveshaft my truck
3, All Doors my truck (I wacked into a tree last trip - OUCH)
4, Transfer Case for Greeno
5, Power Steer Box for Greeno
6, Rocker Panels my truck
7, Auto Trans - spares dept
8, Balance of panels, fuel tank & anything else that we can un-bolt - spares dept
It's a bit sad:boohoo: to strip it coz the thing is really straight:pray:, but def dont need another Jeep in the yard:bogroll:
XJ4IV
10-27-2011, 11:11 PM
Ohhh I forgot, been so lojng since ive gotten to work on the jeep.... I installed a new steering pump, started removal of the ABS components that are in the way of the shock towers
Showtime3492
10-28-2011, 11:55 PM
http://i1127.photobucket.com/albums/l626/Showtime3492/294056_2208234610999_1401465462_32175937_332691727 _n.jpg
Switched the title over on the 2000 hope to have it home by monday! this will be the new one and only xj as it is goin to take my current 2 to make 1 great one. ($600dollar xj)
messing with it all day, stupid trouble codes...
dagr8tim
10-29-2011, 06:30 PM
Discovered I somehow managed to break the pin that holds the bar that keeps the door from opening too far. I should have some spares in the garage, so I'll see what I can do tomorrow.
I've been working on some rust repair in my spare time the last three days.
http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll283/cainc_bucket/Jeep%20Cherokee%202001%20Albums/Rust%20Repair/PA250004.jpg
No holes just pitted badly.
http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll283/cainc_bucket/Jeep%20Cherokee%202001%20Albums/Rust%20Repair/PA250005.jpg
It came out like crap. I should have done the whole door.
But it's the "UGLY STICK" so why care.
http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll283/cainc_bucket/Jeep%20Cherokee%202001%20Albums/Rust%20Repair/PA280004.jpg
jccatt
10-30-2011, 07:36 AM
Put in a water bottle in prep for the snorkle. Bought an air locker for the rear. Woohoo double locked again.
cherok
10-30-2011, 09:02 AM
Left the interiorlight on the other day, again!!. Did want to ask the neighbours again to help me.
So, I bought myself a nice jumpstarter.
http://media.conrad.com/xl/8000_8999/8500/8560/8563/856321_LB_00_FB.EPS.jpg
It started right away.
:driving:
Mudderoy
10-30-2011, 09:05 AM
http://i1127.photobucket.com/albums/l626/Showtime3492/294056_2208234610999_1401465462_32175937_332691727 _n.jpg
Switched the title over on the 2000 hope to have it home by monday! this will be the new one and only xj as it is goin to take my current 2 to make 1 great one. ($600dollar xj)
She's pretty and you don't have to worry about denting the fender! :thumbsup:
Mudderoy
10-30-2011, 09:06 AM
Left the interiorlight on the other day, again!!. Did want to ask the neighbours again to help me.
So, I bought myself a nice jumpstarter.
http://media.conrad.com/xl/8000_8999/8500/8560/8563/856321_LB_00_FB.EPS.jpg
It started right away.
:driving:
LEDs Cool upgrade and you have a good excuse to do it. :D
Mudderoy
10-30-2011, 09:07 AM
I've been working on some rust repair in my spare time the last three days.
http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll283/cainc_bucket/Jeep%20Cherokee%202001%20Albums/Rust%20Repair/PA250004.jpg
No holes just pitted badly.
http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll283/cainc_bucket/Jeep%20Cherokee%202001%20Albums/Rust%20Repair/PA250005.jpg
It came out like crap. I should have done the whole door.
But it's the "UGLY STICK" so why care.
http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll283/cainc_bucket/Jeep%20Cherokee%202001%20Albums/Rust%20Repair/PA280004.jpg
Can't tell from this picture. Looks much better!
BOOM-stick
10-30-2011, 03:01 PM
Well finished up putting everything back on the motor after having to change some freeze plugs. Took it out for a test drive overheated, consulted the book of knowledge [chilton jeep manual] and learned the joys of purging a closed cooling system. Maybe update the system later if needed. Was a great learning experiance only had 2 injector leads crossed. :thumbsup:
prcjeep
10-30-2011, 05:25 PM
She's pretty and you don't have to worry about denting the fender! :thumbsup:
Haha... I'm in the same boat except I also dont have to worry about denting anything except the roof and hood :D
dagr8tim
10-30-2011, 05:45 PM
Tried to replace the broken pin in my door keeper bar. I think the spring part is broken. I've got a spare, but I'm debating an upgrade.
Showtime3492
10-30-2011, 05:58 PM
She's pretty and you don't have to worry about denting the fender! :thumbsup:
Lol nope however the otherside is gone that's the "good" side lol it will get a whole front clip off my red xj on it for temporary. But yes it is a much nicer xj that has a better overall condition for a long term project without all the extra wear and tear work.
tjbuggie
10-30-2011, 06:41 PM
trimmed fenders, pulled speaker pod to remove headliner material off of it and prep it for spray on bed liner. Pulled moabs off to take to tire shop tommorow to have tires swaped to black steelies.... next is dana 44 swap,brake lines and sye. Pics coming soon............
Carves
10-31-2011, 04:23 AM
Put the new leaf spring bushes in it ....
On the floor with the tool bag until the springs get collected ... :D
Then covered up its americaninity up with a tarp ....
... as I didnt want all the dumb, downunder kids, running around tonite yelling "trick or treat" ... and celebrating the end of the northern hemispheres summer .... to think I was interested in their shenanigans .... :D:D
Showtime3492
11-01-2011, 06:11 PM
Did some demo on the 2000 and located the harness for my o2 thankfully its the same as my 98 and I can swap it in. Got the whole front clip off
bigjim350
11-02-2011, 08:10 PM
Washed my jeep today. Just wanted to see how it was to be a shiney jeepa.....it ****ing sucks. Went out a little while later and thought I still saw some water dripping. Upon futher inspection I realised it was just the Jeep crying for putting it through such a horrible ordeal. Here it is looking all clean and sad :(
http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b249/bigjim350/IMG_20111102_174741.jpg
XJ4IV
11-02-2011, 08:44 PM
that thing needs 36's... its like yet another world LOL
cantab27
11-02-2011, 10:17 PM
Washed my jeep today. Just wanted to see how it was to be a shiney jeepa.....it ****ing sucks. Went out a little while later and thought I still saw some water dripping. Upon futher inspection I realised it was just the Jeep crying for putting it through such a horrible ordeal. Here it is looking all clean and sad :(
http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b249/bigjim350/IMG_20111102_174741.jpg
WOW THAT A REAL PRETTY JEEP YOU HAVE JIM...........:D
can ya do some nice poser flex's shot in ya driveway next......:smiley-scared002:
XJ4IV
11-04-2011, 06:19 PM
started it up for the first time since the new exhaust manifold install...
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and yes I purposely left it that way until Im finished with my leak inspection... SEAFOAM!
XJ4IV
11-04-2011, 06:21 PM
got a GOOD pop on this vid
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not sure HOW but the engine light came on then after idling a minute or two like this... it went OFF...? wondering about doing a dump valve
Carves
11-05-2011, 04:25 AM
Did lots & lots today ...
Put the battery back in ...
Lubed the door locks and hinges ....
... and then had to chastise it :mad: .... for getting all amorous with the hussy up in the back corner .... Mind you - she has .... got a cute ass .. :rolleye0012:
http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n629/carves-oz/Funnies/05112011/Amor01a.jpg
... then we went drivies ... and got it something to read ....
http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n629/carves-oz/Funnies/05112011/Bantam01a.jpg
Made up some new "tow ropes" for it while it was reading up on its ancestory ... ;)
http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n629/carves-oz/Funnies/05112011/TowRope01a.jpg
Not everyone was happy with new "tow ropes" of course .. :D
http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n629/carves-oz/Funnies/05112011/TowRope02a.jpg
Then ... just coz you U.S. blokes, like rock crawlin piccies .... We did some of that .. :rolleye0012:
http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n629/carves-oz/Funnies/05112011/RockCrawl03a.jpg
http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n629/carves-oz/Funnies/05112011/RockCrawl01a.jpg
AND ... some rock haulin .. ;)
http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n629/carves-oz/Funnies/05112011/RockHaul02a.jpg
http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n629/carves-oz/Funnies/05112011/RockHaul04a.jpg
And then .... at the end of what should have been - a perfect day .....
It tells me it wants ...... a crank sensor .. :mad: .. :rolleyes:
Maybe I should have just let it .... Have its wicked way with the white one .. :D
cantab27
11-05-2011, 04:31 AM
busy day carves....whats with the white one??? y'all be wheeling ayers rock soon..
as for mine, started it for the first time in about two months
Showtime3492
11-05-2011, 04:52 AM
Didnt do anything yet but its almost 6 am here and i am leaving for the notary at 8 to switch my tags and insurance to my acura integra and this jeep will never be road driven again...:sad0147: But hopefully before the weekend is up there will be a new xj on the roads and trails one thats much cleaner. Then rest of the day will be spent pulling motor and trans out of the 2000. Pics will be up tonight as always lol.
Carves
11-05-2011, 04:56 AM
busy day carves....whats with the white one???
If I tell ya ... you'll only get jealous again ..... ;)
Ohhh ... what the heck .... Its my spare parts wreck .... :D
Also handy for a template ... for when I get silly ideas for bumper bars & stuff ;)
Total waste of a vehicle ... Story is .... It was sold in, as new condition .... pristine 1998 - with 50k miles on it ... and the second owner rolled it the first week he had it ....
Probably thought the jeep badge would make up for a lack of driver ability ... :rolleyes:
Lots of handy, near new bits in it .... Insides of the door panels are still clean enough to eat ya brekky cereal off ... :D
cantab27
11-05-2011, 05:08 AM
http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n629/carves-oz/Funnies/05112011/TowRope02a.jpg
oh carves man ,,ya gotta get ya dog to tow ya red jeep around,,
;)
Carves
11-05-2011, 07:22 AM
oh carves man ,,ya gotta get ya dog to tow ya red jeep around,,
;)
Its not so bad .... :)
.... and I bet the mutts are easier to train ... than the fish you use .... ;)
dagr8tim
11-05-2011, 03:16 PM
https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/390146_10150919602165131_886005130_21506991_191338 727_n.jpg
Working on an idea to replace the door straps (bars) on my Jeep. Only $4 invested.
4.3LXJ
11-05-2011, 06:22 PM
Did lots & lots today ...
Not everyone was happy with new "tow ropes" of course .. :D
http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n629/carves-oz/Funnies/05112011/TowRope02a.jpg
Practicing for the Iditarod?
dagr8tim
11-05-2011, 07:01 PM
Practicing for the Iditarod?
How else would you expect a red jeep to move? Certainly, not under it's own power.
:ass:
bluedragon436
11-05-2011, 07:06 PM
How else would you expect a red jeep to move? Certainly, not under it's own power.
:ass:
OH!! Not just the Greenies that are beating up on the Red XJ's!!
cpttuna
11-05-2011, 08:32 PM
On the 99, put in a new set of Champion's(438) new dist cap(MO30) and rotor(MO31) got all the parts at NAPA. Runs better.Recorded the info in the vehicle log book. Also replaced the tailgate rubber stops with 7/8 rubber kitchen chair leg covers.
Showtime3492
11-05-2011, 09:04 PM
I did a shit ton to mine... to grumpy to talk about it however after a 3 hour search for a sollution to some really ****in stupid california emissions shit...
cantab27
11-05-2011, 09:07 PM
I did a shit ton to mine... to grumpy to talk about it however after a 3 hour search for a sollution to some really ****in stupid california emissions shit...
don't hold back there,, get it outta ya system........:p
bluedragon436
11-05-2011, 09:47 PM
Started researching my headlight harness upgrade build.. I think I'll take my chances at building my own harness.. at least once..
dagr8tim
11-05-2011, 10:15 PM
Started researching my headlight harness upgrade build.. I think I'll take my chances at building my own harness.. at least once..
I've been playing around with ordering a kit from LMC. I think I priced everything out at around $100. They don't list anything for the Jeep, but an early 80's F150 uses the same headlight, so the harness should be compatible.
Carves
11-05-2011, 10:21 PM
Started researching my headlight harness upgrade build.. I think I'll take my chances at building my own harness.. at least once..
Its easy ... just pretend you are wiring up two pair of driving lights ... makes it easier to fathom ... ;)
Firemanray
11-05-2011, 10:43 PM
Started replacing my AAL stock springs with the Rusty's I bought a year ago. Discovered the rear shocks are to short and don't allow the rear to droop. Since I wanted to re-locate the shock mounts on the rear axle anyway, I started that project also. Now the new springs appear to be shorter than the old ones causing my shackle to ride almost straight vertical, soooo,,, now I'm doing a shackle re-location in addition to the other 2 projects. Oh, and I'm sure the back end will end up higher than the front so I guess I'll have to raise the front up some more next......geeeeese it never ends!!
bluedragon436
11-05-2011, 10:55 PM
Started replacing my AAL stock springs with the Rusty's I bought a year ago. Discovered the rear shocks are to short and don't allow the rear to droop. Since I wanted to re-locate the shock mounts on the rear axle anyway, I started that project also. Now the new springs appear to be shorter than the old ones causing my shackle to ride almost straight vertical, soooo,,, now I'm doing a shackle re-location in addition to the other 2 projects. Oh, and I'm sure the back end will end up higher than the front so I guess I'll have to raise the front up some more next......geeeeese it never ends!!
You will like the full springs way better than just the AAL's though.. You'll enjoy the higher lift height once you are done though.. can't forget about that!!
Firemanray
11-05-2011, 10:57 PM
You will like the full springs way better than just the AAL's though.. You'll enjoy the higher lift height once you are done though.. can't forget about that!!
Well since I don't have a SYE you know that'll be next!!
bluedragon436
11-05-2011, 11:04 PM
SYE's are overrated!! LOL.. I should have done one a few inches ago.. am very surprised that I made it this long at the height I'm at, with just a TC drop
jeepxj95
11-05-2011, 11:08 PM
finally added my 14inch fan i had for 2 weeks. wow does it kool down faster then with just the 12 inch lol. and the best part is that there both wired in with the factory wiring :) idles up to 210 turn on cools down in like 3 mins to 185 ish turn off with switch 215 forgot to watch temp gage turn back on give little gas likke at a grand 5 secs to 210 then about 10 more secs to 195- 200ish turn jeep off. very happy cant wait to get my 2 16's or buy the 3 10inch kit from one of the venders. that would be cheaper but my 2 16's would flow more cfms... hmm choices to make
Firemanray
11-05-2011, 11:19 PM
SYE's are overrated!! LOL.. I should have done one a few inches ago.. am very surprised that I made it this long at the height I'm at, with just a TC drop
I hope the 6* shims and the 1" TC drop will keep my vibe free.
DETOURS
11-06-2011, 09:43 AM
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v649/Detours/REARFLARES_DETOURS3014.jpg
4.3LXJ
11-06-2011, 09:56 AM
Nice place for straps Mark. I was thinking I would also utilize that space with a built in tool box accessible from the inside.
bluedragon436
11-06-2011, 10:28 AM
I hope the 6* shims and the 1" TC drop will keep my vibe free.
That is what I have on my setup.. and am sitting at 7" of lift.. haven't had any vibes as of yet.. and that is after running it for over a year DD, and some minor offroading.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v649/Detours/REARFLARES_DETOURS3014.jpg
That is pretty awesome.. I was wondering if that was what you were showing in your other picture, with it only partially open..
DETOURS
11-06-2011, 01:55 PM
Nice place for straps Mark. I was thinking I would also utilize that space with a built in tool box accessible from the inside.
Keeps me from going in & out the rear hatch....open/close the carrier....fumbling thru things.....I think it's going to work out great!
DETOURS
11-06-2011, 01:56 PM
That is pretty awesome.. I was wondering if that was what you were showing in your other picture, with it only partially open..
The early pic's were only the cut panels, door was held in place by magnets.
bluedragon436
11-06-2011, 03:27 PM
Yeah but I figured that was what you were going for..
XJ4IV
11-06-2011, 04:13 PM
i parked next to it... Might go out and cut a few brackets for the axles... no motivation SUCKS!!!
Firemanray
11-06-2011, 04:36 PM
That is what I have on my setup.. and am sitting at 7" of lift.. haven't had any vibes as of yet.. and that is after running it for over a year DD, and some minor offroading.
What have you done to your steering? I have a drop bracket on the track bar and a drop pitman arm, all set up for 4" lift. It's starting to look like I may be up to 6" with the latest mods.
Showtime3492
11-06-2011, 04:53 PM
just pulled the motor trans and tcase.. anyone want any of it before it goes to the scrap yard motor is blown and intake and exhaust are mine rest is up for grabs lol
bluedragon436
11-06-2011, 05:24 PM
What have you done to your steering? I have a drop bracket on the track bar and a drop pitman arm, all set up for 4" lift. It's starting to look like I may be up to 6" with the latest mods.
I have an adjustable trac bar, and drop pitman arm. That is all I have done to the steering as of yet.. I have a few planned upgrades, most likely do the ZJ steering upgrade, until I can afford an even better steering replacement. I am also planning on swapping out the steering gear box as soon as I can find a good deal on a Durango gearbox or YJ gearbox..
jccatt
11-06-2011, 06:10 PM
Put JK shocks in rear. Same compressed, 100mm extra extended. They are 50mm JK lift.
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Carves
11-06-2011, 06:39 PM
OH!! Not just the Greenies that are beating up on the Red XJ's!!
mehhh ... its OK ... he's probably just feeling all delicate ... and cranky ... ;)
Coz I called a white XJ .... a hussy .... :rotfl2:
XJ4IV
11-06-2011, 07:34 PM
just pulled the motor trans and tcase.. anyone want any of it before it goes to the scrap yard motor is blown and intake and exhaust are mine rest is up for grabs lol
how much for the pistons? well specifically the connecting rods!
Showtime3492
11-06-2011, 07:38 PM
how much for the pistons? well specifically the connecting rods!
If i can get them out and they arent broke bent or blueish then idk make me an offer its on a bad motor that the bottom end seized up on so they should be ok but will take a little inspection. The head cracked leaked coolant down to the bottom end and seized it up.
XJ Wheeler
11-06-2011, 08:32 PM
Uuugh, not good. So today i thought would do some maintenance and flush my cooling system. I got one of those flush kits and installed the tee in my heater hose. I followed the instructions, hooked up a water hose and all. Then cranked my xj to flush it. It started right up but ran rough and was ticking, then i noticed it was smoking and leaking water from an exhaust leak i have. So i shut it off knowing what these signs mean and checked the oil, it was milky.:bang: I unhooked the flush kit and water hose, and cranked it back up. It started out the same but after about a minute it returned to running normal, stopped leaking water in the exhaust, and the smoke slowed (was still smoking a little though). So i guess I'm going to change the oil and check the plugs and cylinders for water. Really don't want to deal with head/gasket as i just did with my bronco 2 a few months ago. Not quite sure why but gonna keep a close eye on this one. Its never done anything like this before, didn't show any warning lights, and doesn't overheat.:thumbdown:
cantab27
11-06-2011, 08:43 PM
doing the flush do that??
Showtime3492
11-06-2011, 08:49 PM
Uuugh, not good. So today i thought would do some maintenance and flush my cooling system. I got one of those flush kits and installed the tee in my heater hose. I followed the instructions, hooked up a water hose and all. Then cranked my xj to flush it. It started right up but ran rough and was ticking, then i noticed it was smoking and leaking water from an exhaust leak i have. So i shut it off knowing what these signs mean and checked the oil, it was milky.:bang: I unhooked the flush kit and water hose, and cranked it back up. It started out the same but after about a minute it returned to running normal, stopped leaking water in the exhaust, and the smoke slowed (was still smoking a little though). So i guess I'm going to change the oil and check the plugs and cylinders for water. Really don't want to deal with head/gasket as i just did with my bronco 2 a few months ago. Not quite sure why but gonna keep a close eye on this one. Its never done anything like this before, didn't show any warning lights, and doesn't overheat.:thumbdown:
I don't think your gonna have much choice than to pull the head... This sounds like a definite head casket that needs replaced now or you could be replacing the whole motor.
bluedragon436
11-06-2011, 08:57 PM
doing the flush do that??
I'm really hoping I won't have this issue when I do my coolan flush on my XJ once I get home.. Can't afford that shit, if it does go downhill!!
XJ Wheeler
11-06-2011, 09:26 PM
Probably gonna do a compression test to further see what i'm looking at. Hoping for it being a fluke, but doubtful.
XJ4IV
11-07-2011, 07:45 AM
I will be praying for you and your motor....:pray:
Mudderoy
11-07-2011, 09:48 AM
Probably gonna do a compression test to further see what i'm looking at. Hoping for it being a fluke, but doubtful.
Check out Amazon.com for the head bolts and Felpro gasket kit. {shameless plug} and don't forget to click on the Amazon banner on the xjtalk home page before making your purchase! :rotfl2:
cherok
11-07-2011, 01:16 PM
The car is at the garage! So I am not doing it by myself:popcorn:.
Needs his annual safety and environment inspection and his annual maintenance.
The car needs and is getting:
- a new muffler, (with some better sound (Misses Cherok :fighting0029:doesn't knows this))
- new front brakes
- some new breaklines because of rust.
I hope :pray: it won't be to much expensive all together.
Carves
11-07-2011, 05:50 PM
..... - a new muffler, (with some better sound (Misses Cherok :fighting0029:doesn't knows this))
You're gunna be in trouble ... ;)
:D
Firemanray
11-07-2011, 06:12 PM
Worked on my new rear spring install right up untill the grinder took my middle fingernail completely off, lost my will to live at that moment. (And NO there will not be pictures!!)
prcjeep
11-07-2011, 06:22 PM
I added a quart and a half of Jeep blood to her... the rear main has been leaking quite a bit more since i installed the my new t-case
XJ Wheeler
11-07-2011, 06:31 PM
I will be praying for you and your motor....:pray:
Thanks a lot Scott, that's the first thing i did when it started smoking and leaking water yesterday.
XJ Wheeler
11-07-2011, 06:39 PM
Alright, so today i did the compression test. I've only done one before so hopefully my results are correct. I did all the stuff your suppose to and turned it over three revolutions each time. So, the info i received wasn't quite what i expected and maybe you guys can help me figure it out. Ok, #1 cyl about 135lbs., #2-3-4-5 cylinders all had about 150 lbs., and for the kicker #6 cyl had 170-180 lbs. Now, my service manual says 120-150 lbs. Why is #6 higher and is that ok??? This is eating me up guys.
XJ Wheeler
11-07-2011, 06:43 PM
Worked on my new rear spring install right up untill the grinder took my middle fingernail completely off, lost my will to live at that moment. (And NO there will not be pictures!!)
Sorry to hear, been there. I once cut my pointer finger off while wrenching. Not fun.
Showtime3492
11-07-2011, 07:05 PM
Alright, so today i did the compression test. I've only done one before so hopefully my results are correct. I did all the stuff your suppose to and turned it over three revolutions each time. So, the info i received wasn't quite what i expected and maybe you guys can help me figure it out. Ok, #1 cyl about 135lbs., #2-3-4-5 cylinders all had about 150 lbs., and for the kicker #6 cyl had 170-180 lbs. Now, my service manual says 120-150 lbs. Why is #6 higher and is that ok??? This is eating me up guys.
I'm not saying you didn't do it right but did you let each cylinders get the same number of "crank revolutions"? I have heard anywhere up to 8 revolutions per cylinder. It sounds like the test may have been a little inaccurate. However if you run it again and get the same results then the news probably isn't good. Doing the head gaskets not that bad and it could be done in a day. I'm doin one on my donor motor.
XJ Wheeler
11-07-2011, 07:32 PM
I'm not saying you didn't do it right but did you let each cylinders get the same number of "crank revolutions"? I have heard anywhere up to 8 revolutions per cylinder. It sounds like the test may have been a little inaccurate. However if you run it again and get the same results then the news probably isn't good. Doing the head gaskets not that bad and it could be done in a day. I'm doin one on my donor motor.
I'm pretty sure i did three revolutions per cylinder, that's what my factory service manual calls for.
Firemanray
11-07-2011, 07:36 PM
Alright, so today i did the compression test. I've only done one before so hopefully my results are correct. I did all the stuff your suppose to and turned it over three revolutions each time. So, the info i received wasn't quite what i expected and maybe you guys can help me figure it out. Ok, #1 cyl about 135lbs., #2-3-4-5 cylinders all had about 150 lbs., and for the kicker #6 cyl had 170-180 lbs. Now, my service manual says 120-150 lbs. Why is #6 higher and is that ok??? This is eating me up guys.
A leak down test can tell you more than a compression test. However having the proper equipment to perform this test is another thing. I agree about the number of revolutions used to test each cylinder. When i worked on outboard motors i would crank it till the needle quit climbing. No matter how long you crank on it , it will only produce a limited amount of pressure. Rule of thumb was no more than +\- 10% of highest number.
XJ Wheeler
11-07-2011, 07:52 PM
So do you guys think i should redo the compression test with cranking it till it stops building pressure?
How do you do a leak down test?
Firemanray
11-07-2011, 08:21 PM
So do you guys think i should redo the compression test with cranking it till it stops building pressure?
How do you do a leak down test?
Yes to the first question. I had a piece of equipment built for leakdown testing. I don't know how to do it otherwise. You could rotate the engine until the valves are closed on each cylinder then pressurize that cylinder with air. If you have head gasket leak you will have air escaping from the cooling system or into a neighboring cylinder.
XJ Wheeler
11-07-2011, 09:12 PM
Yes to the first question. I had a piece of equipment built for leakdown testing. I don't know how to do it otherwise. You could rotate the engine until the valves are closed on each cylinder then pressurize that cylinder with air. If you have head gasket leak you will have air escaping from the cooling system or into a neighboring cylinder.
Thanks, and i'll look into the leak down test.
By the way, if i'm already getting these kind of pressures would that mean the head/gasket is good?
Firemanray
11-07-2011, 09:17 PM
Thanks, and i'll look into the leak down test.
By the way, if i'm already getting these kind of pressures would that mean the head/gasket is good?
The problem with a compression test and a leaky head gasket is the cylinder can build good pressure during the test and still be leaking.
You can do a pressure test on the cooling system also. If the headgskt is leaking this MIGHT put water in the cylinder giving you a clue as to where the problem's at.
4.3LXJ
11-08-2011, 12:45 AM
Worked on my new rear spring install right up untill the grinder took my middle fingernail completely off, lost my will to live at that moment. (And NO there will not be pictures!!)
You just took all the fun out of that post:sign0181:
cantab27
11-08-2011, 01:25 AM
The car is at the garage! So I am not doing it by myself:popcorn:.
Needs his annual safety and environment inspection and his annual maintenance.
The car needs and is getting:
- a new muffler, (with some better sound (Misses Cherok :fighting0029:doesn't knows this))
- new front brakes
- some new breaklines because of rust.
I hope :pray: it won't be to much expensive all together.
tis better when they don't know certain things cherok....what she dosnt know wont hurt her......:D
cantab27
11-08-2011, 01:31 AM
Worked on my new rear spring install right up untill the grinder took my middle fingernail completely off, lost my will to live at that moment. (And NO there will not be pictures!!)
:smiley-laughing021::smiley-laughing021:
a green jeepa would have just dropped , banged out 50 push ups and carried on ....
no pics mmm any vids.....:D
hope it heals quick ray....
prcjeep
11-08-2011, 01:54 AM
had to tighten up the lower side starter bolt to leave school today... dang thing loosened up on me for the second time and wouldnt catch
Metlic53
11-08-2011, 08:47 AM
Detailed my engine and engine bay on the 97, she's all nice and purrtty now :D
Firemanray
11-08-2011, 09:11 AM
Detailed my engine and engine bay on the 97, she's all nice and purrtty now :D
If I hadn't wheeled with you once I'd say your a mall crawler.:D
XJ Wheeler
11-08-2011, 10:47 PM
I changed the oil (needed to switch to 5w30 for winter anyways) and drained the radiator to fill it with coolant. The old oil was a tan color (not good). Then i cranked it to see how it was gonna do. So far so good, started right up, ran great, no water coming from the exhaust, great oil pressure, and was at 210° when i shut it off. The only odd thing was it was smoking some, but that stopped after about ten minutes. I'm thinking the flush put too much pressure on something and by unhooking the flush kit it stopped. And the smoke is left over water in the exhaust. At least that's what i'm hoping. Going to be watching this like a hawk for a long time.
jeepxj95
11-09-2011, 11:27 PM
starter died at school to night.... great it couldn't of wait like another week. untill i got some money. :(
XJ4IV
11-10-2011, 07:32 AM
Worked on my new rear spring install right up untill the grinder took my middle fingernail completely off, lost my will to live at that moment. (And NO there will not be pictures!!)
there HAS to be later pics... cmon RAY!!!
Firemanray
11-10-2011, 08:15 AM
there HAS to be later pics... cmon RAY!!!
Hmmmmm.... maybe after it's healed I can stand to look at it, how about pictures of the jeep after the new lift instead?
Metlic53
11-10-2011, 08:17 AM
If I hadn't wheeled with you once I'd say your a mall crawler.:D
haha i come off as one, i like a clean ride since this ones my DD. since i screwed up the 8.25 and alternator i decided to let the 97 be my mall crawler and beach runner/recovery vehicle. I get alot of "dang, thats a clean jeep" alot. haha :rolleye0012: i have two more XJ's in the driveway ready for whatever we can find though! :D
Firemanray
11-10-2011, 08:19 AM
haha i come off as one, i like a clean ride since this ones my DD. since i screwed up the 8.25 and alternator i decided to let the 97 be my mall crawler and beach runner/recovery vehicle. I get alot of "dang, thats a clean jeep" alot. haha :rolleye0012: i have two more XJ's in the driveway ready for whatever we can find though! :D
We're going to Shilo Ridge Dec. 3 if your interested. (BigJim, Matt, and myself so far).
jccatt
11-10-2011, 03:26 PM
Nothin, but my airlocker and 30 spline chromemoly axles arrived
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Firemanray
11-10-2011, 05:38 PM
Worked on going from 4.5" lift:
http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd11/firemanray21/BigJeep-1.jpg
To a 6.5" lift:
http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd11/firemanray21/65lift.jpg
Did some more fender trimming also. I don't think I'll need to worry about front bump stops now, even with the 33" Swampers on it.
bigjim350
11-10-2011, 05:43 PM
Looks good. All you need now is a GREEN paint job. :D
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Firemanray
11-10-2011, 06:27 PM
Looks good. All you need now is a GREEN paint job. :D
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Desert camo coming soon!!!
cantab27
11-10-2011, 11:58 PM
i drove mine......might take it up the river tomorrow for a gentle shiny run......
f##k that, pos is running sweet...cant kill the green ones.....................
jccatt
11-11-2011, 12:06 AM
i drove mine......might take it up the river tomorrow for a gentle shiny run......
f##k that, pos is running sweet...cant kill the green ones.....................
Go hard mate. Nice river crossing in front of the jet boats
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bluedragon436
11-11-2011, 09:04 AM
Aired the tires up @ 0245.. and drove it home.. I miss driving my XJ.. at least this time it was only for two weeks, not four months!!
Carves
11-11-2011, 06:16 PM
Chucked in a new battery .... and promised it a new battery tray ....
Just like I did about .... three years ago ... :D
bluedragon436
11-12-2011, 01:41 PM
I looked at the front bumper today... and thought about heading up to Wal-Mart to pick up some rattle cans so I can repaint the front and rear bumpers and the end caps.. so that I won't have any more faded black parts on the Jeep.. and so far the thought is as far as it has gone...
Firemanray
11-12-2011, 03:22 PM
I looked at the front bumper today... and thought about heading up to Wal-Mart to pick up some rattle cans so I can repaint the front and rear bumpers and the end caps.. so that I won't have any more faded black parts on the Jeep.. and so far the thought is as far as it has gone...
Super motivated, gotta love it!:D
bluedragon436
11-12-2011, 03:38 PM
Super motivated, gotta love it!:D
I'm still trying to catch up on sleep from being up for over 36hrs... plus I know I'm replacing the front bumper here shortly.. so kind of putting that one off for as long as I can.. As far as the rear bumper.. I'm just being lazy... But I do think I'll pick up some rattle cans on my way home from work Sunday night.. that way on my two days off work I can work on the bumpers and end caps.. might as well make them look as good as I can for now, until I replace them..
Showtime3492
11-12-2011, 08:40 PM
Pulled another motor and trans and tcase from the donor.... Did some damage tho....
89WhiteXJ
11-12-2011, 10:48 PM
Started my Dual Diaphram brake upgrade.
jeepxj95
11-12-2011, 11:43 PM
towed a trailer today and never turned on the fans :) but it was also 50 today too.
XJ Wheeler
11-13-2011, 01:41 AM
Changed out the starter on my moms zj, also my brother and i started a BB lift on it (had to stop, needed some bolts).
Metlic53
11-13-2011, 09:36 AM
We're going to Shilo Ridge Dec. 3 if your interested. (BigJim, Matt, and myself so far).
possibly, i'll look it up and let you know
XJ4IV
11-13-2011, 03:27 PM
got a little bit done today... kinda hard to get motivated in this gorgeous weather
mounted two tires on the H2 wheels got ready to start trimming lug studs and found out Im missing about 8 cutoff wheels so I need to go get a handfull of those
tomorrow, provided I dont feel beaten down after work, Im gonna rebuild the rear brake shoes and mount the rear wheels onto the axle and try to figure out a way to lift the rear to remove the turdy5 and roll in the 60.
Found out that the rear axle has already been upgraded to the u-bolt ujoint rather than the straps that are prone to ... do ANYTHING other than hold the caps in place
Also tomorrow Im gonna try to get the 220 plugs I need!
Showtime3492
11-13-2011, 05:17 PM
Got the good motor trans and tcase all in at one time and sitting now I can work on it a little at a time till it comes together no more push on gettin it done. :thumbsup:
XJ4IV
11-13-2011, 05:53 PM
sweet... now come do mine LOL
WyoXJ
11-13-2011, 06:32 PM
Got the rear 35 axle ready to be swapped out. Has 4.10 gears and now a lunch box locker in it. Started going through the front one checking everything over. Hope to put both under it next weekend.
XJ Wheeler
11-13-2011, 06:55 PM
Got the zj's rear BB buttoned up and ripped apart the front, but again needed bolts. So i can't finish today and probably gonna have to wait a while till i can.
drove mine to work, no more vibes YEY!
Showtime3492
11-15-2011, 07:20 PM
well said farewell to "mater" the 98 by casting it off in the way it treated me... Busting out the windows!!! and kicking in the door.... :muahaha: Tomorrow it is being picked up by the scrap yard. Anyone looking for some odds and end parts i have a for sale thread up of a bunch of stuff.
However in hind sight i probably shoulda worn gloves when breaking out windows the rear ones shatter and did a little slicie slice on the old hand hahahaha. it was good stress relief never the less
Now i need a new xjtalk sticker cuz mine shattered.... lol
XJ4IV
11-15-2011, 07:41 PM
drove mine to work, no more vibes YEY!
so, what was the fix?
so, what was the fix?
they did the ball joints and also tightened up the super-flex joints in my LCAs. The LCA johnny joints need to be replaced, :bang: guess I need to grease them...
They also tightened the johnny joint in the trackbar.
Drives soo much better, oh and the check engine light for the tranny hasnt come back on yet :out:
well said farewell to "mater" the 98 by casting it off in the way it treated me... Busting out the windows!!! and kicking in the door.... :muahaha: Tomorrow it is being picked up by the scrap yard. Anyone looking for some odds and end parts i have a for sale thread up of a bunch of stuff.
However in hind sight i probably shoulda worn gloves when breaking out windows the rear ones shatter and did a little slicie slice on the old hand hahahaha. it was good stress relief never the less
Now i need a new xjtalk sticker cuz mine shattered.... lol
I need a fan shroud for the mechanical fan, do ya have that one?
Dirt Dogg Rydas
11-15-2011, 10:40 PM
Did a little research to try and get my temp gauge working and found this on jeepforum
http://www.eric-a-hall.com/gallery/albums/cherokee-powertrain/Temp_Sensor_Relocated.jpg
Do you guys think it's a good idea?
4.3LXJ
11-15-2011, 11:00 PM
Sure, I did a similar type of mod on mine. I have three sensors. One for the ECM, one for the temp gauge and one for the fan switch.
XJ4IV
11-16-2011, 12:40 PM
they did the ball joints and also tightened up the super-flex joints in my LCAs. The LCA johnny joints need to be replaced, :bang: guess I need to grease them...
They also tightened the johnny joint in the trackbar.
Drives soo much better, oh and the check engine light for the tranny hasnt come back on yet :out:
Seeee it WASNT my alignment! and fan shroud... I never had an OE one Sorry dude... SEE YA IN TWO WEEKS!!!! oh yeah BTW we are coming for thanksgiving out to McKinney to see the family, we BETTER see you guys too!
msmoorenburg
11-16-2011, 12:43 PM
wired up the pillar lights and fixed the sagging trim on the passenger door. been dd'ing the jeep all week :driving:
Firemanray
11-16-2011, 04:24 PM
Since I lifted the jeep higher I decided to put the front sway bar back on and build some quick disco's for it. Pictures later in my build thread.
XJ4IV
11-16-2011, 06:00 PM
ok got a bunch done today, first things first... finished wiring the outlet for my welder! YAY second I notched the ends of my shock hoops 3rd fabbed front shock tabs for the axle side... I know what your thinking... WOooooooo fabing tabs big whoop... these were like a jigsaw puzzle due to the differential on the driver side
4th I tacked the tabs in place. 5th I made frame rail reinforcement templates to take to the steel guy! 6th I found out that Im pretty much NOT going to have up travel LOL unless I change my lower control arms design a little bit... this is getting to be a huge PITA... as it stands I can STILL turn back and put a d44 in the front... I might need to consider this option before I cant turn back!
Seeee it WASNT my alignment! and fan shroud... I never had an OE one Sorry dude... SEE YA IN TWO WEEKS!!!! oh yeah BTW we are coming for thanksgiving out to McKinney to see the family, we BETTER see you guys too!
Ok ok sorry; forgive me :o
What day ya coming up? I'm wanting to do some shooting!
they also did an alignment
ok got a bunch done today, first things first... finished wiring the outlet for my welder! YAY second I notched the ends of my shock hoops 3rd fabbed front shock tabs for the axle side... I know what your thinking... WOooooooo fabing tabs big whoop... these were like a jigsaw puzzle due to the differential on the driver side
4th I tacked the tabs in place. 5th I made frame rail reinforcement templates to take to the steel guy! 6th I found out that Im pretty much NOT going to have up travel LOL unless I change my lower control arms design a little bit... this is getting to be a huge PITA... as it stands I can STILL turn back and put a d44 in the front... I might need to consider this option before I cant turn back!
Are you going to go with a hp44? What size tire is the biggest you would go?
Joliet Johnny
11-16-2011, 08:38 PM
I added the add a leaf to my rear springs which weather permitting will be installed next week
XJ4IV
11-16-2011, 09:14 PM
Are you going to go with a hp44? What size tire is the biggest you would go?
naw I think I figured a solution which will make a few other things better anyhow, and what size tire... welllll to start out with cause thats what I have 4 of... 285/70/17's basically a 35
or if I can score a deal on two new 37" boggers then thats the way im heading! as far as how big ultimately... I think 40's would be my limit... after that I just cant swing em financially
We are heading out there on thursday afternoon perhaps friday morning we can have a black friday shootout!, I'll see if my pops wants to come, id love to see him with a pistol!
naw I think I figured a solution which will make a few other things better anyhow, and what size tire... welllll to start out with cause thats what I have 4 of... 285/70/17's basically a 35
or if I can score a deal on two new 37" boggers then thats the way im heading! as far as how big ultimately... I think 40's would be my limit... after that I just cant swing em financially
We are heading out there on thursday afternoon perhaps friday morning we can have a black friday shootout!, I'll see if my pops wants to come, id love to see him with a pistol!
my parents moved last weekend, their is another guy that came out, cant remember if you met him or not. He was 40ish and had a hat drove a dakota...ring a bell? He lives out in that area as well, he is the one that is thinking of doing something like that. Or we can go out by that creek, but it will more than likely have water in it now.
XJ4IV
11-16-2011, 11:21 PM
my parents moved last weekend, their is another guy that came out, cant remember if you met him or not. He was 40ish and had a hat drove a dakota...ring a bell? He lives out in that area as well, he is the one that is thinking of doing something like that. Or we can go out by that creek, but it will more than likely have water in it now.
yeah I recall him, he's a XD forum friend?
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