What did you do to your Jeep today? [Archive] - Page 31 - xjtalk

OGCollard

04-04-2014, 12:22 PM

Nothing major but since I just bought it I am slowly replacing fluids and things from the previous owner...so after flushing cooling system last weekend, today I put a can of sea foam in the gas and a new air filter in. Seemed to make a little difference. Nothing huge but after about ten miles with the sea foam and replacing that filter it runs just a hair smoother now. Tomorrow is replacing the Oil Pressure Sender:beer:http://www.xjtalk.com/images/smilies/beer.gif

OGCollard

04-04-2014, 12:39 PM

4.3LXJ

04-04-2014, 01:29 PM

I saw a youtube vid on this. Looked good to me what they did. You might try searching it for badge removal or trim removal.

Rocco83

04-04-2014, 02:25 PM

Replaced the cam sensor and realized my distributor was a notch off. Jeep runs smooth as butter!!! For the first time since buying it, it drove down the road today with absolutely no problems! Now that it runs solid the time has come to start really dumping money into it haha

Rocco83

04-04-2014, 03:57 PM

Now have the issue of the right turn signal working fine, but when I turn the left one on, both turn signals flash. Guessing I have a ground off somewhere.

Also realized the ride was a bit off when going down the road. When I got home I checked the tires and realized I had 3 different sized ones on the Jeep. Was too excited when I bought it to check the tires too carefully. Called around to the tire shops here and no one had a set of used 15" tires. Was hoping to not have to buy new tires as I'll have to turn around and buy new tires after I lift. :(

denverd1

04-04-2014, 04:12 PM

had to phone a friend. I've wasted 3 months trying to diagnose my electrical probs myself. I've missed several local club events and cussed at it so much I had to go in for confession. My wife thinks I'm a nut cause she heard me talking about wiring diagrams in my sleep. And I've got a pesky rash on my ballsack. Maybe that last bit was too much info.... I need sleep. :crazy:

bluedragon436

04-05-2014, 01:30 AM

Picked up a "new" Full Traction Track Bar for it.. just need to order the new hardware/bushing kit for it!!

Basslicks

04-05-2014, 04:05 PM

Need your thoughts...I want to take the door trim off the side of my jeep. I have seen people use a special wheel on their drill to get the old adhesive off. I dont want to buy a wheel. I am curious if you guys think Goof off would work fine. Or do you think it would gnarl up the paint as well?

Speaking from experience, it's probably easier just easier to use the wheel: http://teamcherokee.com/smart-eraser-pad/

15 bucks ain't bad for it either.... don't know if you already have the goof off but I know it's some nasty stuff.

Brasscatz

04-05-2014, 05:43 PM

Finally got the Lube Locker installed. Decided to paint the cover while I was at it too.

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OGCollard

04-05-2014, 06:10 PM

OGCollard

04-05-2014, 06:12 PM

Gauge maxes out at 80 not made out. Sorry for typo above

bigjim350

04-05-2014, 07:38 PM

Need your thoughts...I want to take the door trim off the side of my jeep. I have seen people use a special wheel on their drill to get the old adhesive off. I dont want to buy a wheel. I am curious if you guys think Goof off would work fine. Or do you think it would gnarl up the paint as well?

I use this. Have used it on every vehicle i have de-badged. New and old. Works great and doesnt hurt the paint at all. http://www.azautobodysupply.com/3m89adrequsi.html?utm_source=googlepepla&utm_medium=adwords&id=18283950120

Rocco83

04-05-2014, 09:58 PM

New tires for my Jeep for me, new toolbox and a bunch of other completely unnecessary things during the trip to Harbor Freight in there as well :):):)

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/04/06/maqavaqy.jpg

erikwst

04-05-2014, 10:48 PM

I got my Dyno-max cat back on today. only took a couple hours, hardest part was getting the muffler off of the cat. Got the transfer case drop done yesterday. Now it sounds better and doesn't vibrate any more.

sbspence

04-05-2014, 11:07 PM

Ran mine through an auto wash and vac'd it for the first time. Found the carpet UNDER the dry rubber floor mat totally soaked! Add it to the ever growing list of things to be addressed! 😰

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JeepFreak

04-06-2014, 03:53 AM

Did a couple things. I did take the door trim off and it looks great! I also put a new oil pressure sensor in. I am confused now though. Before when it was cold the gauge would max out. Once up to temp I could turn engine off then back on and it would read properly. I put new sensor in and it made out period. I know they have separate senders for idiot light vs gauge. Called to verify I received the gauge one and they confirmed it. It was also identical to the one that came out. Any thoughts. Standard 4.0 L6 2000 with 195000 miles

Certain parts (like the oil pressure sensor) have different resistances which determine how 'much' pressure you have. When I got my radiator replaced, the new temp sensor was a tad too much resistance and thus tells me my engine temp is around 240 when it is in fact at 210 (operating temp). Perfectly fine, annoying but fine. I can tell that anywhere between the red and edge of red is TOO hot. Point is, it may have been the correct part but too much resistance so it says your oil pressure is higher than normal. Check resistance with a DVOM and you'll figure it out.

TeXJ

04-06-2014, 07:56 AM

Rocco83

04-06-2014, 08:02 AM

Was gonna say enjoy this time...but then I noticed the next post by you

:D

Already shopping pieces. This is the calm before the storm. Going to try to buy 1 piece each check and space it out so I never feel I'm hitting the check book too hard at once.

Next is new tail light housings, and the pieces to buy my roof racks. Then bumpers with front and rear hitch mounts for my hitch mounted winch plate. :)

TeXJ

04-06-2014, 08:05 AM

Awesome, little by little

NW99XJ

04-06-2014, 12:05 PM

Started 8 hours later than I wanted for reasons beyond my control....
Was up till 1am this morning... pulling the D30
http://i1104.photobucket.com/albums/h328/jbchill1/IMG_3897.jpg (http://s1104.photobucket.com/user/jbchill1/media/IMG_3897.jpg.html)

And to make things "interesting" (as my Jeep always does)
I have a cotter pin in one of the ball joints thats broken off and seized in.
http://i1104.photobucket.com/albums/h328/jbchill1/IMG_3898.jpg (http://s1104.photobucket.com/user/jbchill1/media/IMG_3898.jpg.html)

I soaked it overnight with some PB Blaster... we'll see if I can extract it now, or maybe even just spin the nut off over it. (not happy)

4.3LXJ

04-06-2014, 05:01 PM

The nut will spin over it and shear it off if you apply enough torque to it. An impact would do it

Philxj4L

04-06-2014, 05:08 PM

Center dab it and drill it out, less chance of any thread damage. :)

bluedragon436

04-06-2014, 05:10 PM

Center dab it and drill it out, less chance of any thread damage. :)

It's on a ball joint he is replacing, so no worry bout the threads...

OGCollard

04-06-2014, 05:11 PM

Took it turkey hunting!

bluedragon436

04-06-2014, 05:12 PM

Searched for good deals on parts that I either know I'll need, or figure never hurts to replace/upgrade!!

abebehrmann

04-06-2014, 06:05 PM

Rocco83

04-06-2014, 06:13 PM

So Jealous.

XJ Wheeler

04-06-2014, 06:36 PM

That's awesome Abe!!!

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OGCollard

04-06-2014, 08:42 PM

That would have been awesome!

JeepFreak

04-07-2014, 04:32 PM

So I got a package in the mail today. Bought myself a bit of XJT love to display on Red. Can you spot it? :D

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Also...I got a hat. Never ordered it but I assume it's either because you all love me so much for being a Subscriber :D or because that's how we roll here at XJT :D or maybe even both reasons hahaha!!!

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Brasscatz

04-07-2014, 11:35 PM

Lube Locker my ass....

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bigjim350

04-08-2014, 01:48 AM

Lube Locker my ass....

Sent from my Samsung Galaxy S4 because my microwave couldn't do it

Your jeep is telling you it wants to be wheeled!!

denverd1

04-08-2014, 10:55 AM

Your jeep is telling you it wants to be wheeled!!

Mine did the same thing out of the front diff seal. It's true, it wants to be wheeled! Maybe if you get it hot the gasket will seat down. :rolleyes:

abebehrmann

04-08-2014, 11:00 AM

Lube Locker my ass....

This quote out of context... :rolleye0012::smiley-taunt002:

bigjim350

04-08-2014, 05:34 PM

I made a little more room in my front fenders today. I use a special tool to do it.....my tire.
http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b249/bigjim350/20140408_163549_zps1cca82e8.jpg

XJ Wheeler

04-09-2014, 01:42 AM

After more than two months away from my jeep i saw the opportunity to go see it. The battery was dead, probably due to my alarm. And its cover had a few layers of pollen but once i jumped it the ol girl fired right up and purred. After some warm up i took it out and had a few issues. The rear brakes have gotten even worse with a new clunk with pressing the pedal, plus some pulsating felt in the brake pedal under light pressure. So i think its off street duty till i swap on the zj discs.

But the main reason i wanted to see it today... it is the 10th anniversary of buying it. On 4-8-2004 i bought it for my 16th birthday to be my first car. And as a celebratory gift for it i have decided to buy a LED lightbar for the roof, a big one! :D

The first pics i took of it.

http://i1108.photobucket.com/albums/h401/xj-wheeler/stormy/2011-06-15222628-2.jpg

http://i1108.photobucket.com/albums/h401/xj-wheeler/stormy/2011-06-15222612-2.jpg

http://i1108.photobucket.com/albums/h401/xj-wheeler/stormy/2011-06-15222500-2.jpg

http://i1108.photobucket.com/albums/h401/xj-wheeler/stormy/2011-06-15222542-2.jpg

And if you want something to read i am making a thread dedicated the 10th anniversary.

http://www.xjtalk.com/showthread.php?t=17554

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bruggz351

04-09-2014, 05:00 AM

What did I do ???

I re-purposed a bar runner...
http://i1133.photobucket.com/albums/m596/bruggz351/JEEP/IMAG02361_zps8b91a772.jpg
http://i1133.photobucket.com/albums/m596/bruggz351/JEEP/IMAG02371_zps5c0a76e4.jpg

:thumbsup:

and swapped in some update goodness...

http://i1133.photobucket.com/albums/m596/bruggz351/JEEP/IMAG02391_zpse61cc4c6.jpg
http://i1133.photobucket.com/albums/m596/bruggz351/JEEP/IMAG02401_zps416766aa.jpg

Just gotta rewire. Update is 1 plug 6 wires, Pre-update is 2 plugs, 5 wires.
http://i1133.photobucket.com/albums/m596/bruggz351/JEEP/IMAG02421_zps37e668e3.jpg
http://i1133.photobucket.com/albums/m596/bruggz351/JEEP/IMAG02431_zpsbea5761b.jpg
Job for another day...:rolleyes:

Basslicks

04-09-2014, 06:09 AM

Went to The Orlando Jeep Club picnic. Jeeps for as far as the eye can see. What a beautiful sight.

http://i989.photobucket.com/albums/af15/abebehrmann/B1DBE9E5-0054-4061-85EF-C4F877AD2524_zpszj1x34rb.jpg (http://s989.photobucket.com/user/abebehrmann/media/B1DBE9E5-0054-4061-85EF-C4F877AD2524_zpszj1x34rb.jpg.html)

Right on... another Floridian. I'm in a "cousin club" of y'alls. Ocala Jeep Club. Have you checked out the Florida4x4 Facebook group yet?

Haven't really done anything to the Jeep. Though I put the battery on charge yesterday (need a new one) and drove it to work today. Quite a different ride from the pontiac, but man I miss driving her every day.

Carves

04-09-2014, 05:58 PM

What did I do ???

I re-purposed a bar runner...

Let us know whether you start to get pulled up for more roadside breath tests, than normal .. :D

As for mine .. more of the usual,

... kick the tyres, check the fluids, chase the dogs out of it, hook up the trailer .... and psych myself up for a trip to the mall.

Its sorta like, what you lot call a "road trip" .. :D

abebehrmann

04-09-2014, 06:33 PM

Right on... another Floridian. I'm in a "cousin club" of y'alls. Ocala Jeep Club. Have you checked out the Florida4x4 Facebook group yet?.

Nice, we're almost neighbors! I was just up in the Ocala Nat. Forest a couple weekends ago. I'll have to check out that FB group.

bscg2000

04-09-2014, 07:41 PM

Got a little paint happy today after work. Painted the coils, control arms, all the steering components, rear shackles and leaf springs grabber green. Pictures are being a pain to upload though

bluedragon436

04-09-2014, 11:12 PM

Ordered a vacuum harness (both halves) and a new O2 sensor for it... Hopefully this will help get it running smoothly again...

JeepFreak

04-10-2014, 01:21 AM

I saw a right hand drive Wrangler today. Older lady driving it. First time I've ever seen one here in the high Sierras. Pretty interesting. It would definitely take some getting used to.

Hartly

04-10-2014, 01:27 AM

Installed a waterpump, thermostat and its housing. And wrote a 5 page paper due tomorrow that i should probably have done last month.(not jeep related but still happy its done)

Carves

04-10-2014, 02:10 AM

Mall Expedition ... completed .. :smiley-gen165:

Filled it with groceries and emptied, McCardboard coffee cups,

... wasnt a completely wasted trip tho ... as somehow ?? ... some additions to the toolkit and a big bottle of Dex3 ended up in amongst the bananas and cans of soup .. :rolleye0012:

Ohhhh .... and I couldnt tie down her, refurbed, vintage cast iron bathtub, in the trailer ... without a bunch of ... new ... heavy duty ratchet straps .. ;);) .. :D

Gave the power steering pump a good workout too ... lotsa, roo and bovine carcasses laying all over the highway today.

Basslicks

04-10-2014, 07:11 AM

Nice, we're almost neighbors! I was just up in the Ocala Nat. Forest a couple weekends ago. I'll have to check out that FB group.

Heck ya man! I've been out to ONF a few times. Matter of fact, I think I posted one of the pics from the last time out in my "intro" thread or whatever it's called. Whole place was pretty much underwater end of last summer.

Mall Expedition ... completed .. :smiley-gen165:

Filled it with groceries and emptied, McCardboard coffee cups,

... wasnt a completely wasted trip tho ... as somehow ?? ... some additions to the toolkit and a big bottle of Dex3 ended up in amongst the bananas and cans of soup .. :rolleye0012:

Ohhhh .... and I couldnt tie down her, refurbed, vintage cast iron bathtub, in the trailer ... without a bunch of ... new ... heavy duty ratchet straps .. ;);) .. :D

Gave the power steering pump a good workout too ... lotsa, roo and bovine carcasses laying all over the highway today.

LOL!!! This whole post made me laugh!!! Especially the McCardboard part. Lovin' your avatar by the way.

finneys98xj

04-11-2014, 08:27 PM

Whelled the hell out of her. Blow a heater hose, put a dent in her, and then put her up till tomorrow. Day one of three at uwharrie nat forest.

4.3LXJ

04-11-2014, 08:34 PM

Congrats Finney

finneys98xj

04-11-2014, 08:35 PM

I'll have pic Sunday when we get home

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Philxj4L

04-12-2014, 01:46 PM

I put the cub to good use today, and set him to work on fitting the custom HD rear bumper.
http://i1281.photobucket.com/albums/a519/Philxj4L/26C6A5E0-1DFE-4110-94C9-6E220CEB9CC8_zpscik6e67n.jpg (http://s1281.photobucket.com/user/Philxj4L/media/26C6A5E0-1DFE-4110-94C9-6E220CEB9CC8_zpscik6e67n.jpg.html)
To save a lot of feeling around for nuts, we chopped the original to allow access and work room to the main mounts.
http://i1281.photobucket.com/albums/a519/Philxj4L/5BB3360E-F55B-4FC8-AA03-5396BC71F826_zpsjjfd7d9k.jpg (http://s1281.photobucket.com/user/Philxj4L/media/5BB3360E-F55B-4FC8-AA03-5396BC71F826_zpsjjfd7d9k.jpg.html)
Once removed it was easy to remove the mounts. I was also pleasantly surprised at the lack of rust behind

http://i1281.photobucket.com/albums/a519/Philxj4L/FC1BF3AB-26A4-4830-AEB0-5D08150D87DD_zpsv0esyrjn.jpg (http://s1281.photobucket.com/user/Philxj4L/media/FC1BF3AB-26A4-4830-AEB0-5D08150D87DD_zpsv0esyrjn.jpg.html)
Next to cut out to get the new mounts into the body.
http://i1281.photobucket.com/albums/a519/Philxj4L/9690244A-F706-4068-B2EB-58E3CE7DF0B9_zpsc8o8mhao.jpg (http://s1281.photobucket.com/user/Philxj4L/media/9690244A-F706-4068-B2EB-58E3CE7DF0B9_zpsc8o8mhao.jpg.html)
http://i1281.photobucket.com/albums/a519/Philxj4L/99C91DE4-5BB8-43B6-8140-9C7A1CC2A14B_zpsctqxwob5.jpg (http://s1281.photobucket.com/user/Philxj4L/media/99C91DE4-5BB8-43B6-8140-9C7A1CC2A14B_zpsctqxwob5.jpg.html)
There where a couple of bolts that refused to move, so the heads got cut off, problem solved. :)
The rest, as they say was easy. A case of offer it up, and use the medium 'persuader' to get it lined up, and a strengthening plate and six bolts and the job was done. :)
http://i1281.photobucket.com/albums/a519/Philxj4L/05CCC24A-FDE3-41F1-A0AA-0924EDAE07F4_zpspu0cd1ym.jpg (http://s1281.photobucket.com/user/Philxj4L/media/05CCC24A-FDE3-41F1-A0AA-0924EDAE07F4_zpspu0cd1ym.jpg.html)
http://i1281.photobucket.com/albums/a519/Philxj4L/A54A1EA3-F94D-4130-9D6D-F0B4681DB016_zpscz5hmuyv.jpg (http://s1281.photobucket.com/user/Philxj4L/media/A54A1EA3-F94D-4130-9D6D-F0B4681DB016_zpscz5hmuyv.jpg.html)

JeepFreak

04-12-2014, 02:55 PM

I want literally all of your stickers lol

Side Note: Yesterday I replaced my oil filler cap because the old one was leaking oil and now that it's new I realize why. The old cap was SO OLD (originally from the factory 22 years ago) that it was just loosey goosey. The new one was tighter than a nun's bootang. Great to know I won't leak oil anymore.......from there anyway.

XJ408

04-12-2014, 03:28 PM

Replace my distributor and the coil. Now she is ALIVE!!!! Thanks to Rocco83, Jeepfreak and greenchevy for making the thread.

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Rocco83

04-12-2014, 03:29 PM

Excellent man. Glad she is running strong.

4.3LXJ

04-12-2014, 03:31 PM

Nice looking bumper and great stickers

Rocco83

04-12-2014, 04:35 PM

Picked up a set of 10 ton axles and some 42s. I have no idea what to do with them, but they are brand new and the price was impossible to pass up.

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/04/13/4uzypu5u.jpg

gary63

04-12-2014, 04:48 PM

NICE!!! I see a VERY BIG xj biuld come up.

Rocco83

04-12-2014, 06:16 PM

NICE!!! I see a VERY BIG xj biuld come up.

Not sure. The kid I got these off of bought them at a military auction. He said he for them super cheap, the price tag on one of the boxes said they were 23k a pop. I know he didn't pay that for them.

He though wants to trade me an 03 VW Golf TDI and an 85 CJ10 for my XJ and my 77 Custom 20 tow rig. Was thinking of using those axles on the CJ10. Told him to give me a week to think about it.

He had bought a bunch of stuff to fix up an XJ he had, then traded it before he started working on it. He makes his living buying/selling cars and trucks on Craigslist and has a bit of everything at his place. Was surprised to see that CJ10. Kind of hard to pass it up.

4.3LXJ

04-12-2014, 06:57 PM

Picked up a set of 10 ton axles and some 42s. I have no idea what to do with them, but they are brand new and the price was impossible to pass up.

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/04/13/4uzypu5u.jpg

You won't have to worry about a low center of gravity with those for sure

Philxj4L

04-13-2014, 06:41 AM

I want literally all of your stickers lol
.

All but the 'sniff my diff' we're got from eBay, and the were from US sellers. :)

OrangeXJ

04-13-2014, 11:16 AM

put a set of bilstein gas shocks on all 4 corners much nicer ride. they are a bit pricey ($324 for a set of 4) but well worth it in my mind.

JeepFreak

04-13-2014, 11:23 AM

Cleaned out my air filter-to-throttle body hose. Had some strange oil contaminant in it BUT here's the kicker: NO oil anywhere in the TB or the AF, just in the tube. I have absolutely no idea how it got there. The damn thing is closed and completely voided from the oil. Strange. So I hit the hose with some Purple Power overnight and she is mighty, mighty, mighty clean now.

XJMikey

04-13-2014, 02:59 PM

Laid down a touch up coat on my vents, cowl and wiper arms.
http://i942.photobucket.com/albums/ad261/OffRoadJunkie_photos/My%20XJ/IMG_20140408_130817.jpg
http://i942.photobucket.com/albums/ad261/OffRoadJunkie_photos/My%20XJ/IMG_20140408_132557.jpg

Toyed with the idea of making my own rear cargo panels out of sheet metal (used cardboard, needs work):
http://i942.photobucket.com/albums/ad261/OffRoadJunkie_photos/My%20XJ/IMG_20140413_125443.jpg

Added a strap over and behind my tools to keep them secure on the trail.
http://i942.photobucket.com/albums/ad261/OffRoadJunkie_photos/My%20XJ/IMG_20140413_145043.jpg

jdsilvaca

04-13-2014, 03:47 PM

I replaced my rear power window doors with some no-power hand crank window doors on my 97 Cherokee. I had to drill the lower door hinge bolt out on each side. otherwise, it was a pretty simple job. I replaced the funky torx bolts with some standard hex head 8.125 mm bolts. everything fit great. Getting the new doors aligned took about 20 minutes per door. Next I will be replacing the front doors. Hope to have my dana44 rear axle fully built by the end of May. Then I have to decide what to do about my front axle.

NW99XJ

04-13-2014, 06:00 PM

I used it to transport a ton of gear to DJ a wedding....
Just something about rolling up to a formal event in a rock crawler! :D

abebehrmann

04-13-2014, 10:15 PM

Well, the day started with me planning to take off my flares and bumper end caps and freshen them up a bit with some spray bedliner. While I was at it I figured I would also start planning out how I would eventually trim the fenders. When removing the flares, I broke quite a few of the studs that hold the flares on and one thing sorta led to another and I decided to just bite the bullet and get to work cutting up my fenders. Got the front fenders all trimmed up, and the back all laid out how I will cut them tomorrow after work. All in all I'm pretty happy with how they turned out. I plan on painting the area around the fender openings with the aforementioned rattle can bedliner and covering the edge with some sort of thin rubber edging (not sure what to call it or where to buy it but I have a picture in my mind what it looks like). I also got my Hidden Wounds XJ sticker and a few others put on my Jeep.

Here's some pics (I apologize for the poor quality)

http://i989.photobucket.com/albums/af15/abebehrmann/70747F74-844E-403A-B92B-3E10CDFAAB09_zpsl1arun4e.jpg (http://s989.photobucket.com/user/abebehrmann/media/70747F74-844E-403A-B92B-3E10CDFAAB09_zpsl1arun4e.jpg.html)

http://i989.photobucket.com/albums/af15/abebehrmann/53A24DEB-9A08-4BAA-B1AE-6E88946AA26E_zpswcgwpl3q.jpg (http://s989.photobucket.com/user/abebehrmann/media/53A24DEB-9A08-4BAA-B1AE-6E88946AA26E_zpswcgwpl3q.jpg.html)

http://i989.photobucket.com/albums/af15/abebehrmann/E646F3A5-C8A7-472B-B82F-9D6C1902A1A4_zpslhvca4fu.jpg (http://s989.photobucket.com/user/abebehrmann/media/E646F3A5-C8A7-472B-B82F-9D6C1902A1A4_zpslhvca4fu.jpg.html)

Rocco83

04-14-2014, 06:05 PM

NEW SHOOOOES!

The 30's fit really well and I have no rubbing. Realized when I took the old off and out the new on that my rear shocks are shit and the leaf springs have those sweet S curves in them that let you know they are heavy duty.

Was going to so bumpers next, but I need to focus on the frame, shocks, leaf springs, now ridiculous loud squealing when I turn the XJ on when it is cold, left turn signal activating 4-way flashers rather than just left turn signal, interior dome lights, leaking side plug on oil pan, dim dash lights, speaker situation, non-working rear driver side window. Le sigh...more parts broke than working, it's a Jeep thing :p

Pics or it didn't happen.

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/04/15/ujuta9ap.jpg

Rear clearance
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/04/15/juty5ase.jpg

Front clearance
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/04/15/amu7a5u6.jpg

XJMikey

04-14-2014, 09:40 PM

Received and installed my sub!!!

http://i942.photobucket.com/albums/ad261/OffRoadJunkie_photos/My%20XJ/IMG_20140414_182951.jpg

So far I have the sub installed, built-in amp powered, and a couple settings adjusted. It's not broken in yet, but so far it produces nice, clean, solid bass. It doesn't shake my jeep (so far), but I have achived my goal of having full sounding bass again.

Now all that's left to do is:
- Run & hookup the remote wire
- Mount & hookup the remote.
- Zip tie & secure loose wires.
- Securely mount the sub (included mounting strap are too small).
- Fully adjust the headunit & amp settings
- Reinstall my interior panels.

I'll take pics of the wiring, mounting location, and that other good stuff y'all enjoy seeing, before I finish reassembling my interior.

cantab27

04-14-2014, 10:40 PM

so me shiny grand has been running ruff.....so pulled some shit , cleand some shit .....and

http://i469.photobucket.com/albums/rr52/cantab27/049_zps00c5b392.jpg (http://s469.photobucket.com/user/cantab27/media/049_zps00c5b392.jpg.html)

http://i469.photobucket.com/albums/rr52/cantab27/048_zps6a53721c.jpg (http://s469.photobucket.com/user/cantab27/media/048_zps6a53721c.jpg.html)

now it don't go at all.......:smiley-laughing021::smiley-laughing021::smiley-laughing021::smiley-laughing021:

man I crack my self up sometimes ..........

can sit and rust like the other one now ...

http://i469.photobucket.com/albums/rr52/cantab27/007_zps5b4b9515.jpg (http://s469.photobucket.com/user/cantab27/media/007_zps5b4b9515.jpg.html)

Brasscatz

04-14-2014, 11:33 PM

Cartman4241

04-15-2014, 05:52 AM

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http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/04/15/2aju8uge.jpg
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Can wait till she's wheel able

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denverd1

04-15-2014, 03:41 PM

cartman, why'd you pull the balancer?

Cartman4241

04-15-2014, 10:26 PM

The rubber was falling out and was making a really bad chirping noise.

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Carves

04-16-2014, 05:25 AM

Dragged so many trailer loads of rubbish to the dump,

.... that I wore out the power window switch ... again .. :rolleyes:

:D

denverd1

04-16-2014, 11:22 AM

The rubber was falling out and was making a really bad chirping noise.

Oh, I see it now! Bet you were glad to find it wasn't internal.

I put mine in neutral and rolled her out to the street so I could pull the boat out. Sold the boat then winched her back up the driveway.

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bruggz351

04-16-2014, 04:02 PM

Dragged so many trailer loads of rubbish to the dump,

.... that I wore out the power window switch ... again .. :rolleyes:

:D

My window just stays down, unless it's raining. 😝

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Rocco83

04-16-2014, 06:18 PM

Tightened the oil drain plugs to stop a slow leak. Started it a few times to see if the squeal was still there when starting. Not sure if it is the tensioner pulley or weather causing it to be intermittent. Also, kicked the tires just to be sure. Maybe someday soon I'll get around to getting plates for it so it can be legal when I drive it around.

Apparently the cop who pulls me over almost everyday to tell me to get plates says it is bad enough I've been driving without a license for 5 years, I'd be safer with plates. Rural sheriff deputies are good people haha

bluedragon436

04-16-2014, 09:03 PM

20140414 - Got the Jeep moved down to a storage unit close to where I live so I can actually get to it and work on it... Installed new vacuum line harness & attempted to install new O2 sensor, but apparently the harness has gone MIA... I am hoping someone might be able to shed some light as to where the other end of the harness goes, so maybe I can start at that point and backtrace it to the end I need to plug in my O2 sensor...

20140416 - Just got home from a mission, so after getting home and changing I went and grabbed some dinner, and made a stop in by the storage unit to do a few quick things to it before heading to bed.. I pulled the grommet that is on the passenger side of the TB on the 14th, and today I took some of the old plastic type vacuum lines that were from the old vacuum harness that I replaced on the 14th, and ran it from the grommet to the MAP sensor, and then drove it around the storage complex... It def seems to be running far better then it was last time I drove it on the 14th.. And I didn't feel like I might die of carbon monoxide poisoning in the first minute of it running in the storage unit like it was before... I know it'll run even smoother and better once I get the O2 sensor installed once I finally find the harness...

Rocco83

04-17-2014, 05:20 PM

Replaced the tensioner pulley to end my squeal on start up. Found a broken ground in my rear passenger side light causing my blinker issue, and put an offer in on an '01 black XJ that has cosmetic damage from a barn fire. If I get it I can smash it together with my white XJ to make an Oreo XJ!!

JeepFreak

04-17-2014, 08:24 PM

Red hit 268,000 miles just a little over 30 minutes ago. Girl is finally getting her teenager period :D

Rocco83

04-17-2014, 09:45 PM

Whistling Jeep (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=05MUXpDaXto&feature=youtu.be)

I noticed my Jeep has an awkward whistle. Never heard one this pronounced on any vehicle I've owned before. Looks like back under the hood tomorrow.

4.3LXJ

04-17-2014, 09:48 PM

Vacuum leak. Does it know a tune? :rolleye0012:

TeXJ

04-17-2014, 10:10 PM

Trying to get the old TnT track bar bracket off...stupid bolts on the bottom are really tight. Going to get an impact tomorrow to remedy that...hopefully lol

Rocco83

04-17-2014, 10:16 PM

Vacuum leak. Does it know a tune? :rolleye0012:

Well when you add up the whistle with some of the other sounds it makes when going through the paces, you might think it is the hottest dubstep track out.

bluedragon436

04-17-2014, 10:21 PM

Found the O2 sensor harness that has been alluding me.. so hooked that up and it ran like a champ.. then I install the O2 sensor into the exhaust manifold and not it decides it doesn't want to run any longer... WTF!!!

4.3LXJ

04-17-2014, 10:51 PM

Well when you add up the whistle with some of the other sounds it makes when going through the paces, you might think it is the hottest dubstep track out.

Like this?

JULIAN SMITH - Techno Jeep - YouTube

Rocco83

04-18-2014, 03:41 PM

That's actually the same noise my Jeep makes going down the road :p well off to figure out this vacuum leak.

Heat and A/C come through the vents fine, cruise works alright, all my vacuum hoses seem good and are connected solid. Noise goes away when accelerating and returns once RPMs flatten out.

OGCollard

04-18-2014, 04:24 PM

Replaced the door cylinder someone drilled out trying to steal it.cylinder is a little loose as they bent up the hole some. Any ideas how to firm that up? I am thinking a washer maybe. Got it license plates too. Next stop is fixing tailgate lifts and lock cylinder!

TeXJ

04-18-2014, 04:29 PM

Been trying to get the track bar off and get the new one on...all day!

First I needed to get a impact gun, so went to harbor freight picked one up and some impact sockets. Came home, started the compressor, and it ran for about 5 mins then it decided it hated life and commenced to self-destruct...

Back to Harbor Freight I go, thankfully the wife let me get one :D Plus they were on sale.

So got back got everything put together to get to the bolts. Took them off and the bracket in like 2mins. I LOVE impacts now and wonder why it took me so long to get one, *facepalm*

Then putting on the new one, noticed that I would have to drill out the axle side bracket out...doh dont have a drill bit big enough...

Oh and found that my front shock is completely blown...Now to buy some shocks.

XJMikey

04-18-2014, 09:23 PM

Added LED pod lights, under the hood.

http://i942.photobucket.com/albums/ad261/OffRoadJunkie_photos/My%20XJ/IMG_20140418_205947.jpg
http://i942.photobucket.com/albums/ad261/OffRoadJunkie_photos/My%20XJ/IMG_20140418_205913.jpg

More here: http://www.xjtalk.com/showthread.php?t=17584

Rocco83

04-18-2014, 09:24 PM

Is there one there on the end at the driver's side that isn't lighting up?

bluedragon436

04-18-2014, 09:29 PM

Started slowly getting rid of the chrome front end parts by bed lining the grille, and the headlight bezels.. Now to get rid of the rest of the chrome trim, "new" lights and replace the chrome bumpers with some decent aftermarket black bumpers!!

XJMikey

04-18-2014, 09:33 PM

Is there one there on the end at the driver's side that isn't lighting up?

His name is Thomas, and he has M.R. from being dropped as a baby. Don't make fun of him for not being bright. :rtft: :D

Yeah, it's a dud. I'm going to order some more and build a better setup. This was my first shot at it, so I wasn't expecting anything to actually work.

Rocco83

04-18-2014, 09:35 PM

His name is Thomas, and he has M.R. from being dropped as a baby. Don't make fun of him for not being bright. :rtft: :D

Yeah, it's a dud. I'm going to order some more and build a better setup. This was my first shot at it, so I wasn't expecting anything to actually work.

You better a pallet of zip ties! :p

XJMikey

04-18-2014, 09:40 PM

You better a pallet of zip ties! :p

No worries, I buy the 500 ties, bags. :D

Philxj4L

04-19-2014, 06:37 AM

Fair warning given. :)

http://i1281.photobucket.com/albums/a519/Philxj4L/1C463931-DB4F-447D-988C-D33CFC5CB0D3_zpswechharg.jpg (http://s1281.photobucket.com/user/Philxj4L/media/1C463931-DB4F-447D-988C-D33CFC5CB0D3_zpswechharg.jpg.html)

Rocco83

04-19-2014, 09:37 PM

Bought a new wire wheel for my drill and a couple cans of Rustoleum rust converter and Rustoleum Berliner to clean up my frame.

Also hit up Menards and grabbed the stuff I need to make my own roof rack. I still need to find somewhere that makes a heavy duty wire mesh type sheet so I can use it as a floor for the rack. Also need to figure out how to mount it. Worked on it for an hour and have everything measured, cut, and ready to put together. Did get the bottom part finished.

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/04/20/he3etymu.jpg

Did have to take a break to cook some food. Someone on here I think, can't remember who, posted up a hamburger recipe awhile back that I decided to try out and it was absolutely amazing.

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/04/20/aqynuvys.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/04/20/eqyremy5.jpg

The food part may not seem like working on the Jeep, but I did use the good as a table as I contemplated on sleep or finishing the rack tonight.

Will wake up at the crack of dawn to finish my rack before meeting the family for lunch.

XJ Wheeler

04-19-2014, 10:40 PM

The mesh you're looking for is known as "expanded metal". Figured it may aid in your search. ;)

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Rocco83

04-20-2014, 07:00 AM

The mesh you're looking for is known as "expanded metal". Figured it may aid in your search. ;)

Sent via messenger pigeon - i talk, he types.

Exactly what I want thanks.

JeepFreak

04-20-2014, 04:56 PM

For the last 8 months I have had no front speakers and I couldn't figure out why. I figured that the stock speakers got too old and died so I left it alone but when I bought new ones and installed them, they still didn't work. So I open the radio panel and whadya know? The front right and front left speaker connections had come apart (I had used electrical tape a few years back). It had slid off so I got some butt connectors and connected them together and it works again. Sounds way better too lol. Last time I ever use electrical tape as a permafix hahaha.

On a side note: Red is officially part of a prestigious group ;D

5158

JeepFreak

04-21-2014, 02:08 AM

Alright so more updating the parts on my XJ. Today I noticed that my transmission kept having trouble shifting and I was using a LOT and I mean a LOT of gas just to go very small distances. We're talking less than 100 miles on a 1/4 tank and she gets almost 20 MPG. Anyways, I'm dreading a tranny job so I do some research into the parts on Red. Turns out my TPS could very well be the culprit and according to Occam's Razor theory, the more simple answer is the TPS is bad rather than the whole transmission. Apparently, if your TPS aka Throttle Position Sensor is bad, the shift points are irregular, the gas consumption skyrockets, your idle is higher than normal, and you have to slam the gas to move (usually caused by small 'dead spots' in the TPS). Well being that it was the original 20 y/o TPS I replaced it and BOOM. Instantly runs better. The idle is smooth, the pedal doesn't need to be pushed so hard to get going and I can hold a speed or go up a hill without Red screaming and roaring just to go 5MPH faster up an incline. Now she holds steady going up a hill at about 1,200RPM's at 45MPH instead of going up an incline at 65MPH at 3,000-4,000RPM's. Definitely going to extend the life of the engine.

Also, greased up her fittings (please, no 'going in dry jokes' ok lol) and she doesn't make very much sound now. No more clanking, clunking, etc. It took 8 grease gun pumps just to puff the driveline grease fitting a little bit.

Last thing I did, replaced the rear axle gear oil in the diff. OMG. You can't imagine how smooth of a ride she is now. It's like riding on a -expletive- cloud. She hasn't been this smooth in a long time. It made so much difference that I actually clipped my tree making a U-turn into my apartment parking stall lol. Badge of honor for her.

cantab27

04-21-2014, 02:11 AM

yep tps...........common fault ,,,up for a new on on the grand .......

JeepFreak

04-21-2014, 09:45 AM

yep tps...........common fault ,,,up for a new on on the grand .......

Hey you can't get any better than 20 years outta that thing though lol

jdsilvaca

04-21-2014, 10:14 AM

Picked up a brass/copper radiator and a trans cooler. I bought the CSF brand. Quality is top notch. The one from FlowKooler is $750 and the CSF brand cost me $250. I haven't done the install yet. Maybe next weekend.

Rocco83

04-21-2014, 05:17 PM

Spent about 2 hours trying to get my stock roof rack supports off. Ended up having to pretty much rip them apart. Unfortunately I broke two nubs off the button for one. Hopefully I can find a new button in a PnP if I ever decide to use them again.

Also got my supports made up today while at work. Wish I would have went with higher than 4" though. May have to make new supports, or add another row on it. Just waiting for someone to come over so I can rope them into helping me screw them on, then I can take it to work and weld it all together.

bluedragon436

04-21-2014, 05:23 PM

Sounds like your rack is coming together.. I can't wait to get my XJ up and going again, that way I can work on other stuff on it... I am going to work something out to mount the rack back on the roof, that I took off a few years back to put on my old 98 if I needed it...

Rocco83

04-21-2014, 05:27 PM

I'm kind of doing it like the homemade roof rack article on the site with a few modifications and mounting it different. Taking longer than I wanted, but with the nice weather when I get off work I have crops to plant and fertilize. End up working 12-16 hours a day and don't have time for the hobbies for awhile.

bluedragon436

04-21-2014, 05:31 PM

Rocco83

04-21-2014, 06:56 PM

Yeah I already have the basket itself, just have to do the mounting option.. Don't like the using the factory bows option, and if I do, I'm going to do four of them, not just two.. but would rather have a much sturdier mounting option..

My idea at first was to do the 4 bows as well, but I didn't want the added height and the curve wouldn't work out with it being up higher than the expanded metal floor when I install that. I think mounting it to the roof racks themselves will not only bring the basket lower for a better center of gravity. Also will work better with the floor I install, and I feel I'll get a better mounting if I connect it straight to the racks.

bluedragon436

04-21-2014, 07:15 PM

yeah, I don't plan on running the basket too often anyways.. but yeah I think I'll either find a way to mount it to the rack track using either another type of bracing, or I'll figure out a way to mount it to the channels on the side of the XJ roof... which will bring it even lower height

Rocco83

04-21-2014, 07:27 PM

I'm going for the channels. I think I'm going to leave mine on all the time as it is where I'm putting my spare. My commute each day is a round trip of 8 miles. I don't think having a big rack up there will kill my gas mileage for that commute. Can't retire the Commander as the grocery getter so the XJ will be relegated only to work and back until it is built enough to wheel.

finneys98xj

04-22-2014, 07:59 PM

http://i141.photobucket.com/albums/r58/alienboyfinney/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-04-22_18-42-17_95.jpg (http://s141.photobucket.com/user/alienboyfinney/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-04-22_18-42-17_95.jpg.html)

lthamm

04-23-2014, 01:32 PM

Got it muddy

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lthamm

04-23-2014, 01:32 PM

5176

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denverd1

04-23-2014, 02:08 PM

Jerrod looks good!

What kinda rack is that?

lthamm

04-23-2014, 02:10 PM

Build with conduit and Mig

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lthamm

04-23-2014, 02:11 PM

And Some conduit bending cost about $20

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TeXJ

04-23-2014, 03:36 PM

Took it to the Depot...

Thought I had the wobble thing solved with a new track bar...
start to wobble again. But it didnt do it on the maiden voyage...need to recheck the bolts and make sure they are tight.

denverd1

04-23-2014, 03:38 PM

Build with conduit and Mig

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Didn't think I'd seen it before. Looks great!

JeepFreak

04-24-2014, 10:09 AM

Got my transmission serviced and flushed so no more nasty filth in there. Also got my T-case drained and refilled. It was pretty nasty fluid coming out of there. Much better and smoother now though. I also siphoned out my power steering and brake fluid and refilled it with new fluid. The difference in how smooth the ride is now is just unbelievable. So far all of her fluids are up to date.

xj-jake

04-24-2014, 10:42 AM

Changed oil pressure sending unit and an O2 sensor. Got one light on the dash to go out. Also installed the JCR Quarter panel armor. I'll get pics later.

Rocco83

04-24-2014, 03:26 PM

Tried to get it titled so I could slap some plates on it to be legal and all. Realized too late the previous owner had just slapped an inaccurate mileage on it. Now I have to chase him down and have him retitle it in his name with the correct mileage. Then I have to have him transfer to me again.

Don't understand why people can't just do things the correct way the first time. Half assing things is a waste of time when they have to be fixed later. I guess people just expect others to do the work so they don't have to.

abebehrmann

04-24-2014, 04:09 PM

Tried to get it titled so I could slap some plates on it to be legal and all. Realized too late the previous owner had just slapped an inaccurate mileage on it. Now I have to chase him down and have him retitle it in his name with the correct mileage. Then I have to have him transfer to me again.

Titling laws must be different up there. Here in Florida, once a vehicle is 10yo, the mileage on the title becomes exempt and they don't check that stuff anymore. Sorry you have to go through all that BS just to make your Jeep legal.

And they wonder why people don't always follow the rules...

XjJeepacorn

04-24-2014, 04:55 PM

XjJeepacorn

04-24-2014, 04:58 PM

Gonna do something about the clip on grills at some point too5196

Rocco83

04-24-2014, 05:02 PM

Titling laws must be different up there. Here in Florida, once a vehicle is 10yo, the mileage on the title becomes exempt and they don't check that stuff anymore. Sorry you have to go through all that BS just to make your Jeep legal.

And they wonder why people don't always follow the rules...

They are pricks about it up here. I can somewhat understand with stolen vehicles and whatnot, but to have a title that is signed over and motorized you would think it should be ok. Guy told me the title he had xfered over said 270k as well so we'll find out tomorrow morning how much of an issue it is going to be. My dad took off a day of work to get over there and try to hash it out with the guy. I can't take any personal days yet and would like to get it resolved ASAP.

XJMikey

04-25-2014, 03:15 PM

Replaced my ford xf2e-c4b o-rings. That's 1 fluid leak fixed, 3 more to go! Lol

Basslicks

04-26-2014, 08:33 AM

Just got home from work and I'm about to get started on fixing my lights. The crazy ice storm we had up here this winter took its toll on them! I contacted bob from snappy lights on ebay. Hes a real nice guy he sent me 5 new housings for 35 bucks shipped. So I'm fixing them tonight and I have to do a bit of wiring work in the cab and go grab an o2 sensor. My birthday is saturday and I need an emissions test before I get my sticker renewed. 5 more years and my jeep will be old enough I won't have to have it tested any more! But the irony is I may very well be in socal by then lol! 5195

Is that a custom-mount dash fan to cool your stereo?

Not today, but recently - got rid of the crappy walmart battery. Got a Duralast Gold from Autozone - group 34. Fit's like a glove and now when I start the jeep, it sounds like the starter is going to take off into outter space.

Also pulled a wrangler on 33's out of the mud. Had to do quite a few snatches to get him out, he was buried axle-deep and they ketp plowing every time I pulled. He thought I wasn't going to be able to do it, but I showed him what a 2wd open jeep could do - that's for sure!

Stevelee5

04-26-2014, 10:02 AM

Today I had a 2 inch RE budget lift installed, 4 shocks, AAL, front spacers and a spartan locker. Rides stiffer and now clears the 30 x 9.50 Toyo open country.

TeXJ

04-26-2014, 10:44 AM

My Zone Nitro shocks showed up yesterday...probably put them on next thursday :D

Rocco83

04-26-2014, 12:19 PM

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/04/27/u2yvyvad.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/04/27/qu7udepa.jpg

Bought some new toys to use on/with the Jeep. Went to an estate sale today and feel like I stole the stuff. Gave $200 for the $500 welder and $10 for the jack.

TeXJ

04-26-2014, 08:18 PM

Installed the front Zone Nitro shocks:

Already did the passenger side. This side took like 2hrs because the stupid bolt was fighting me the whole way off, top bolt:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v698/TeXJ2424/005_zps40cc710b.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/TeXJ2424/media/005_zps40cc710b.jpg.html)

closer view;
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v698/TeXJ2424/006_zpsa2355d17.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/TeXJ2424/media/006_zpsa2355d17.jpg.html)

Passenger side done:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v698/TeXJ2424/004_zpse875df82.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/TeXJ2424/media/004_zpse875df82.jpg.html)

driver side done:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v698/TeXJ2424/007_zps9e6a0401.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/TeXJ2424/media/007_zps9e6a0401.jpg.html)

bluedragon436

04-28-2014, 12:20 AM

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v698/TeXJ2424/007_zps9e6a0401.jpg[/URL]

Think I remember you saying before, but can't find it.. What brand HD trac bar are you running??

msmoorenburg

04-28-2014, 06:54 AM

Used the jeep to relocate 15 cars at a buddy's shop. I git so wheelin in around cars :)

TeXJ

04-28-2014, 06:21 PM

Think I remember you saying before, but can't find it.. What brand HD trac bar are you running??

np, just got a RE HD track bar, and put on the Zone Nitro shocks, in the front, need more time to put the rears on.

oderdene

04-28-2014, 10:00 PM

Today I received wind deflectors ordered from china,

actually they are made for chinese jeep 2500, but they copied original XJ design, so I hope they fit ours.

http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-O3ApwnEUeLM/U18SY4_fAyI/AAAAAAAADHs/LFdbFZcktM8/s1600/20140429_102218.jpg

web photo
http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-1dudjgZOhkU/U18UVd93oMI/AAAAAAAADH4/-ECKqkIcrzw/s1600/winddeflectorCN.jpg

just touched them, quality of plastic and workmanship seems good enough

4.3LXJ

04-28-2014, 10:26 PM

It is worth a try Od

oderdene

04-29-2014, 07:36 AM

It is worth a try Od

ha, finished

http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-7D6YKYjgQ90/U1-XV_mOaaI/AAAAAAAADIM/Ud58Ovp0KNY/s1600/20140429_194346.jpg

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-9k0qcPMaIJk/U1-XWssDZhI/AAAAAAAADIc/7OCGZY99ZDU/s1600/20140429_194409.jpg

http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-zVyPn9G5B1M/U1-XvfV-YFI/AAAAAAAADIw/emJ3CdkqIiA/s1600/20140429_194325.png

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-hQpFtl3818A/U1-X0U1FcZI/AAAAAAAADI4/kWvnttjIHHg/s1600/20140429_194337.png

they arrived with 3m double side pre-applied, will add clam clip for insurance

http://thumbs4.ebaystatic.com/d/l225/m/mzWoWAWnxhXpUJ5I94VpC0g.jpg

Rocco83

04-29-2014, 10:16 AM

Everything fit up right?

4.3LXJ

04-29-2014, 10:58 AM

Good call

nickxj94

04-29-2014, 09:21 PM

Mine are from 94-96 F150 lol have to trim them for the mirrors but they fit ok. 5235

XjJeepacorn

04-30-2014, 12:27 AM

Installed the front Zone Nitro shocks

Let me know how yoy like them I've been wondering what they're like :)

They sent me black window stickers! Lotta good that'll do on my xj... with the stock tinted windows!

bluedragon436

04-30-2014, 12:31 AM

Let me know how yoy like them I've been wondering what they're like :)

They sent me black window stickers! Lotta good that'll do on my xj... with the stock tinted windows!

I enjoyed the RC Nitro shocks I had on my 98... Plan on going with the same ones on the current XJ once I can get to the refreshment/replacement/upgrade to the current suspension setup..

XjJeepacorn

04-30-2014, 12:49 AM

I got the rc nitro 2.0 last year :) don't have any complaints so far. I ordered their shackle relocation bracket the other day on amazon and yes I clicked the link before purchasing ;) its going on when the new steering and brake set up goes on. My shackles are almost vertical lol hopfully they'll work good

bluedragon436

04-30-2014, 01:07 AM

Rocco83

04-30-2014, 05:00 PM

Brown Santa came today.
Broken tail light:
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/01/a3etejaq.jpg

Not broken tail light:
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/01/9amyzeqy.jpg

xj-jake

04-30-2014, 05:37 PM

Installed the Durango steering box on Monday!! Fun job and I love the feel in the steering. Also nabbed a ZJ tie rod at the yard for $10. Next week's project.

TeXJ

04-30-2014, 06:55 PM

Let me know how yoy like them I've been wondering what they're like :)

They sent me black window stickers! Lotta good that'll do on my xj... with the stock tinted windows!

ok will do. With my ever changing schedule not sure when I'll get to go use em offroad. This isnt my daily, however I still have a wobble in the front that I need to address. I think it's my trackbar mount on the axle that is still a lil wallowed out.

nickxj94

04-30-2014, 07:50 PM

I had the older style before they started the 2.0... might have to look at those when it comes that time!!

I had the older rc shocks they rode horrible on my xj, I just installed pro comps and its like riding in a Lincoln with air ride now. Lol 5238523952405241my fenders don't like them now,I get more flex out of the pro comp shocks

bigjim350

04-30-2014, 08:01 PM

Put a sticker on it.
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/01/u4atadyq.jpg

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Rocco83

04-30-2014, 08:14 PM

I saw that sticker on amazon while I was doing my ordering frenzy and almost got it, but I'm super anti-sticker. I don't like any distractions taking away peoples' gaze from my awesome rides.

Basslicks

05-01-2014, 01:48 PM

Drove it work.... looked down at the tripometer and compared it to the fuel gauge... I think the gas mileage is getting worse. Time to start checkin' stuff. Although, I think it's the cat and the O2 sensor.

bigjim350

05-01-2014, 03:42 PM

I saw that sticker on amazon while I was doing my ordering frenzy and almost got it, but I'm super anti-sticker. I don't like any distractions taking away peoples' gaze from my awesome rides.

Guess I dont have that problem. The awesomeness of my XJ seems to bleed through the stickers.

slvmart

05-01-2014, 04:43 PM

Finishing up the install of a Currie Steering Kit and MORE Motor Mounts. Need to get it aligned. Still have front grill & header removed. Have to get the replacements painted.

Waiting for Chris at L&L Fabrication to let me know when I can expect to see my front bumper that I ordered about 10 weeks ago. Response time sure doesn't inspire a lot of confidence. Anyone else had this issue with Chris ?

XjJeepacorn

05-01-2014, 05:27 PM

Installed the Durango steering box on Monday!! Fun job and I love the feel in the steering. Also nabbed a ZJ tie rod at the yard for $10. Next week's project.

I did that too just ordered a rebuild kit for the core I have I am cruurently running a durango box but I kinda had a rock slamming incodent with the one I have on right now! Its real sloppy hence the rebulid kit! Its gonna be here tomorrow

XjJeepacorn

05-01-2014, 05:30 PM

[QUOTE=nickxj94;183715]I had the older rc shocks they rode horrible on my xj, I just installed pro comps and its like riding in a Lincoln with air ride

Yeah they are a bit stiff lol pro comp doesn't make lifts big enough for me I looked I to them after yj jeepacorn told me she called them and they shipped her all new leaf springs and shocks... the p.o. had installed and shes had yammy for quite some time now! Can't beat that warranty

XjJeepacorn

05-01-2014, 05:31 PM

Put a sticker on it.
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/01/u4atadyq.jpg

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A good friend of mine has run you stick bastards! On his xj! Love it

oderdene

05-03-2014, 11:34 AM

Finally they arrived after sailing 2 months

4.56 D30 & C8.25 gear set, Master installation kits:

http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-gP-akCxewBs/U2UUcYQKU_I/AAAAAAAADLI/VzgOHC5MgqI/s1600/g01.jpg

Thanks to Mr. Robert - www.rwkhaussupply.com (http://www.rwkhaussupply.com)

Dynomax Super Turbo Muffler #17747

http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-UYI11KCbJX4/U2UY5vXFd9I/AAAAAAAADMY/xfET5lnt_-s/s1600/20140501_201631.jpg

Now waiting a good weather and a little free time. Since spring arrives, we still had a snow and cold weather, and tons of work @ office. Almost no time for XJ

pointsnorth

05-03-2014, 09:19 PM

Just passed 4000 miles of ownership and changed the PL30001 and 5.7 QTs of Valvoline VR1 10w-30. Now that lows in the mid 20's are not in the 10-day forecast anymore-can't wait till last snow melts and trails firm up a bit...it was still lightly snowing as I was dumping in the new oil. Added new Goodyear Wranglers yesterday-god damnit they've gotten expensive since the last time I bought rubber...

oderdene

05-04-2014, 08:52 AM

Removed my old muffler and installed Dynomax Super Turbo muffler #17747 today.

http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ScMK_IiRbXA/U2Y_XXU1GrI/AAAAAAAADNQ/WUpSYfpLHT0/s1600/20140504_160929.jpg

http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-8ioH3tMBBA8/U2Y_b0F75QI/AAAAAAAADOE/AbUpfp3QSqY/s1600/20140504_181109.jpg

my outlet pipe was 2" and muffler outlet is 2 1/4"; made some slots and done

http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-h2VFMWZ1MSM/U2Y_cuxNg8I/AAAAAAAADOI/JtOQbDv-HNw/s1600/20140504_181120.jpg

bigjim350

05-04-2014, 07:10 PM

Well yesterday my truck broke down so I had to use the xj to pick up my 4wheeler from the shop.
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/05/4anynyjy.jpg

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Rocco83

05-04-2014, 07:17 PM

Removed my old muffler and installed Dynomax Super Turbo muffler #17747 today.

How does it sound?

oderdene

05-04-2014, 11:14 PM

How does it sound?

my engine is noisy, but I believe you can hear the difference, specially at higher rpm. I am not so good in hearing :D. As I hear, idling is not loud, sounds much deeper, and accelerating sounds very nice.

before:
140505a - YouTube

after:
140505b - YouTube

main advantage is no more leaky hissing whistling muffler

:bacondance::bacondance::bacondance:

Rocco83

05-05-2014, 07:23 AM

Oh yea. Much more growl to it, i like it!

XJ Wheeler

05-10-2014, 05:08 AM

Got the chance to go by and crank it. Ran it around the yard cause of the brakes and yep, they're still locking up. :rolleyes: Ran good otherwise. :)

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Philxj4L

05-10-2014, 05:20 AM

Picked up the 31s Thursday evening, unusual to see Cherokee modulars with round holes rather than 'D' slot mods. Friday I took a trip to the local tyre shop and handed over some beer tokens in exchange for fitting and balancing. I've 30mm spacers fitted,and there's a bit of offset on the rims, upshot is I'm showing a bit more rubber than before. :)
The 31s mean I have to sort the tired lift out now.
http://i1281.photobucket.com/albums/a519/Philxj4L/93B50869-517B-4EBC-B97D-45559591C5D9_zpsw0weux3q.jpg (http://s1281.photobucket.com/user/Philxj4L/media/93B50869-517B-4EBC-B97D-45559591C5D9_zpsw0weux3q.jpg.html)
http://i1281.photobucket.com/albums/a519/Philxj4L/33789B14-1906-41BA-B62E-60E64C199DB2_zpsehkgviw7.jpg (http://s1281.photobucket.com/user/Philxj4L/media/33789B14-1906-41BA-B62E-60E64C199DB2_zpsehkgviw7.jpg.html)

Mudderoy

05-10-2014, 05:37 AM

Carves

05-10-2014, 06:01 AM

http://i1281.photobucket.com/albums/a519/Philxj4L/33789B14-1906-41BA-B62E-60E64C199DB2_zpsehkgviw7.jpg (http://s1281.photobucket.com/user/Philxj4L/media/33789B14-1906-41BA-B62E-60E64C199DB2_zpsehkgviw7.jpg.html)

I looked at the pic and thought .....

... he's using those cable, brush deflectors ... just like the Brits do ..

... :o ... :rolleyes: ... :D

They work OK just mounted to the guards ???

Philxj4L

05-10-2014, 06:10 AM

They keep the worst off the screen where they're fitted, and I didn't have the bull bar fitted at the time. I saved a fortune as I took a trip to the local DIY outlet and bought some galvanised steel wire, fence tensioners, and U bolt wire clamps, then made them up to suit. The only downside is you have to loosen and remove from the front clips to open the hood. :)

nateyz2000

05-10-2014, 09:58 PM

It's been a while since I've had to work on my jeep, BUT have been working on my buddy's mj... 2 wheel to 4 wheel drive conversion... Will be complete after he finds a front axle!http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/11/yby8evy4.jpg

nateyz2000

05-10-2014, 09:58 PM

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/11/a3ydahy5.jpg

Was trying to post this one

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oderdene

05-11-2014, 10:33 AM

changed engine oil, filled with 10W30 - 76 lubricants Super Motor Oil. Wix 51515 is really big filter.

removed leaky heater valve

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-sTVZlFrDD40/U2-Vkawd-VI/AAAAAAAADP8/uNMSOfOntsw/s1600/20140511_184311.png
http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Gs04N3L1gwA/U2-Vj7qVgPI/AAAAAAAADPs/2mjmpyuNMgo/s1600/20140511_185716.jpg

and hoses direct connected.

http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-OJsFZ4xQGNo/U2-VjuRfYxI/AAAAAAAADPo/HyvsfiCyGE0/s1600/20140511_184251.jpg
http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-svtlNVTSFao/U2-Vk0sxvzI/AAAAAAAADP0/rZKrdNcFkCg/s1600/20140511_185747.jpg

and vacuum control temporarily hung there till arrival of replacement.

http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Ux8rI_-g13E/U2-VlMpMW5I/AAAAAAAADQA/DtUcYYyG4Dw/s1600/20140511_194545.jpg

Philxj4L

05-13-2014, 04:52 AM

Got a decent pic, I'm pretty happy with the look now the 31s are on. I'm just on the limit of gettin in and out now.

http://i1281.photobucket.com/albums/a519/Philxj4L/403785BD-EC97-4479-BEF0-6B9DC87B82E8_zpsfwegxfys.jpg (http://s1281.photobucket.com/user/Philxj4L/media/403785BD-EC97-4479-BEF0-6B9DC87B82E8_zpsfwegxfys.jpg.html)

07Negative

05-14-2014, 12:01 PM

Vacuumed out the interior. Had compost all over the place.

JeepFreak

05-14-2014, 01:16 PM

Chromed out my taillights, why? Because they were boring and ugly and because I can. I feel like they're all better now lol also replaced my headlights with 2x brighter stocks and they have gotten people so pissed because they look like high beams (even though they are aimed correctly) that they flip me off and I'm like "You want high beams? Here! Have some random instant daylight!" and pump the high beams at them and they turn down a side road real quick cause they know they just got punked.

5346

denverd1

05-15-2014, 03:13 PM

Got a letter from HOA saying i couldn't park it in the grass just off the driveway. I've been rolling it out in the street and winching it back into place when I need to move it. Still trying to figure out ASD issues. Had one "mechanic" basically give up on it so that makes feel a little better. Although if it were something simple, it would be fixed by now. :bang: :bang: :bang:

Brasscatz

05-15-2014, 07:44 PM

Started it up and let it run for the first time in probably a month.

http://youtu.be/NuIGvhgvlXs

Sent from my Samsung Galaxy S4 because my microwave couldn't do it

XJ Wheeler

05-15-2014, 09:53 PM

Started it up and let it run for the first time in probably a month.

http://youtu.be/NuIGvhgvlXs

Sent from my Samsung Galaxy S4 because my microwave couldn't do it

:smiley-laughing021:

:thumbsup:

jeepin_idaho

05-17-2014, 01:47 PM

So I haven't done anything with the Jeep but I had a friend check it out because my wife said it wouldn't start. My buddy is a great mechanic and has diagnosed it as a bad coil or crank position sensor. It's been sitting in the garage on a trickle charger for a few months while I've been overseas. All I know right now is that it doesn't start.

Dan
Typos courtesy of Tapatalk
http://the4x4podcast.com

NW99XJ

05-19-2014, 09:00 AM

Over the weekend I filled the spot welds that pulled out of the unibody where the track bar ripped away from. Filled a couple cracks, got my filler template cut, and did a LOT of grinding. Hours of work, and not much to show for it.
The fun part is trying to do sheet metal welding with 240v harbor freight welder.
Can you say "blow-out" boys & girls?

rabies

05-21-2014, 01:31 PM

most cars i own rip out the beeper n wheel lock.
got to work n key wouldn't come out.
so i took everything apart.
cut the wheel lock cable junk.took out cluster n removed windshield fluid low bulb out.
and broke out the beeper behind cluster

slipinkramer

05-21-2014, 01:44 PM

I plugged in the OBDII bluetooth thingy I ordered from Amazon. Its the one I heard Mudderoy talk about on the podcast. I downloaded the Torque app and installed on my Android phone.

Wow, its a Gearhead's dream! I'm loving the real time fuel trim and O2 sensor data!

XJ Wheeler

05-21-2014, 04:21 PM

Last night i ordered its 10yr anniversary present! :D I want it to be a surprise so keep it a secret.

5412

:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D

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4.3LXJ

05-21-2014, 04:24 PM

Will the Jeep sing "you light up my life?"

slipinkramer

05-21-2014, 04:28 PM

Where you gonna mount it? Front bumper in front of the grill?

XJ Wheeler

05-21-2014, 05:07 PM

Where you gonna mount it? Front bumper in front of the grill?

Its gonna go at the top of the windshield. Its a 50" bar.

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XJ Wheeler

05-21-2014, 05:09 PM

Will the Jeep sing "you light up my life?"

:smiley-laughing021:

Might have trouble singing with all the moths in the state being drawn to it. :D

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4.3LXJ

05-21-2014, 06:56 PM

:smiley-laughing021:

Might have trouble singing with all the moths in the state being drawn to it. :D

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It will only be able to sing at speed :D

xjken99

05-21-2014, 09:13 PM

Got up a 7 am to get an early start. I had an appointment to get the front door windows tinted to match the rest. Only took them 40 minutes and it looks great. After that I stopped at one of those 10 minute oil change places and had them do a oil change and coolant flush. I was home by 11 so I decided to wipe it down and hit it with a coat of spray wax and some tire shine. Next up a lunch trip to Taco Bell for my burrito Wednesday in the XJ of course.

After lunch I decided to tackle the job I have been putting off for a week. Every couple of years I crawl under the Jeep with a wire brush or a grinding wheel attached to my drill and get all the peeling undercoat, paint, dirt and mud off. After that I hit the 25 cent car wash and pressure wash everything. Well I did all that last Thursday so today I crawled back under with three cans of semi gloss black rustoliumn paint. It's a dirty job that I hate but, a 15 year old Jeep that sits out in the elements 365 days a year and still not a spot of rust. So next thing I know it's 5 pm and I am covered head to toe in dirt and paint. After a long shower and dinner there was one more thing to do. The top dash panel on the passenger side has been popped up for a while so I decided try and secure it. Wrapped a small piece of Teflon tape around the prong and hit the top of the panel and now it's fixed. Tomorrow I make an appointment for a new headliner. Here are a couple driveway pics of the tint.

http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn148/xjken99/IMG_2714_zps5bf30b2a.jpg

[URL=http://s303.photobucket.com/user/xjken99/media/IMG_2715_zpsa0babfb5.jpg.html]http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn148/xjken99/IMG_2715_zpsa0babfb5.jpg (http://s303.photobucket.com/user/xjken99/media/IMG_2714_zps5bf30b2a.jpg.html)

ekaybe

05-22-2014, 01:47 AM

Took my gauge cluster out for no effing reason pretty much then put it back together and drove it home now I'll be taking it back apart tomorrow or Friday
http://i200.photobucket.com/albums/aa169/shadowfighters123/Jeep/IMG_5168_zpse464bce3.jpg?t=1400741074

xjken99

05-22-2014, 11:13 AM

B-day present from my wonderful wife.

http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn148/xjken99/photobucket-53997-1400773090005_zpsd1fc2c52.jpg (http://s303.photobucket.com/user/xjken99/media/photobucket-53997-1400773090005_zpsd1fc2c52.jpg.html)

4.3LXJ

05-22-2014, 11:51 AM

Nice gift

sbspence

05-23-2014, 10:29 PM

Started out to get a $20 AC freon pump down and refill, ended up with $150 bill for freon pump down, refill, and new fan assembly as old one was dead in the water. Now my battery is dying, still have water leaks in interior, and the brakes are down to warning tabs. Sigh. J.e.e.p just empty every pocket! ;)

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4.3LXJ

05-23-2014, 10:33 PM

Yeah Brent. But now you have AC don't you? I have do put some bucks in the wife's car too for that. But when you have an older car, that is part of the territory

sbspence

05-23-2014, 11:04 PM

That's exactly what my lovely wife said! I was complaining that the "to fix" list seemed endless and dynamic she asked me how many miles it had on it. I replied 153k and she said matter of factly. What'd you expect? Wise woman that one. Lol. So I ordered more parts to add to my stockpile and am beginning to get a real feel for where I'm at with it. Still thousands cheaper than new, and Chip Foose won't "Overhaul" anything this new so I'm on my own. :). Well...and I have you all to guide me and offer pep talks now again. I also read between the lines if what SHE said and I figure it means it's okay to spend even MORE money fixing up the Heep so it's all good!!!

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4.3LXJ

05-23-2014, 11:10 PM

Yeah Brent, in the long run you come out way ahead in spite of repairs. So a new Jeep starts at about 30K. You are not there yet. Besides, the new ones have their issues too

TeXJ

05-24-2014, 01:07 PM

moved it from the backyard to the driveway...

bluedragon436

05-24-2014, 01:11 PM

I installed a "new" radio in the "garage" to listen too while I'm working on it..

xjken99

05-24-2014, 04:21 PM

Just finished applying this http://www.armorall.com/products/outlast-trim-plastic-restorer/ to the bumper caps, roof rack, tire carrier, tail light guards, door handles and the rock rails. It looks good, not to glossy and no greasy film. Of course the real test will be the first good rain which will be Tuesday or Wednesday that's when most of these products fail. It's got a Jeep on the box it's gotta work, right?

rabies

05-24-2014, 08:55 PM

replaced floor boards... took me 12hrs:stars:

bluedragon436

05-25-2014, 07:58 PM

Replaced ignition switch hoping it would help with this damn no start situation.. and then continued to troubleshoot why it doesn't want to start still... Guess the saga continues!!

Basslicks

05-26-2014, 04:26 AM

replaced floor boards... took me 12hrs:stars:

What did you use?

Mrbreeze824

05-26-2014, 08:05 AM

Built the "weldless" roof rack, and got it installed. Hid all the xm radio wires behind dash. Installed a phone/iPod holder on the dash. Now pondering why I didn't buy a antenna for my CB so I can install it!!!! Love my 3 day weekends!!!

rabies

05-26-2014, 10:14 AM

What did you use?

xtra sheet metal i had. it was a tad thicker than what was there.
still learning sheet thicknesses

slipinkramer

05-26-2014, 12:10 PM

slipinkramer

05-26-2014, 12:25 PM

I cleaned my shop...

Its a pretty big shop and I made a big mess installing a lift, 2 differentials, a winch, a class 3 hitch and a pair of rocker sliders over the past few weekends. Before that, I build a couple of AK47s which turned out to be a big machining project that made quite a mess. I never cleaned up from that before I started on the Jeep diffs :mad: In between, the pass side power window motor on my wife's '90 Bronco quit and I pulled the door panel apart to replace it. Also, her PT Cruiser needed a new clutch slave cylinder and a tune up.

The mess and clutter in my shop was unbelievable and unbearable! I just spent 2 twelve hour days cleaning and organizing and its still not completely done... I guess I know what I'll be doing next weekend :sad0147:

XJ Wheeler

05-26-2014, 11:45 PM

Basslicks

05-27-2014, 12:45 AM

xtra sheet metal i had. it was a tad thicker than what was there.
still learning sheet thicknesses

I'm gonna be doing the same thing here soon... what welder are you using? I'm trying to find someone who has welded sheet metal with a flux welder to see how it went and get any tips.

bluedragon436

05-27-2014, 01:05 AM

Bluedragon,

I'm sure you have covered this but neutral position switch if you've got an auto trans and clutch position switch if you've a standard?

Started solenoid as built in to the starter itself?

Yeah the NSS is my next item to pull of and tear down/clean and put back in... I have tried the jiggle the handle trick, that I've seen on many spots online that usually helps make it work for a little bit... and that hasn't made any difference and never got lucky enough if that is in fact the issue to make it work.. but my plan as soon as I can to pull it off and clean it up and see if it doesn't help.. but I would think if the NSS is the issue, I would still at least get power to the inside of the Jeep, just no starting.. but I could be wrong on that..

slipinkramer

05-27-2014, 08:36 AM

Yeah the NSS is my next item to pull of and tear down/clean and put back in... I have tried the jiggle the handle trick, that I've seen on many spots online that usually helps make it work for a little bit... and that hasn't made any difference and never got lucky enough if that is in fact the issue to make it work.. but my plan as soon as I can to pull it off and clean it up and see if it doesn't help.. but I would think if the NSS is the issue, I would still at least get power to the inside of the Jeep, just no starting.. but I could be wrong on that..

If you're not getting any power to the Jeep at all then check/ replace those thick battery cables. Corrosion has a way (over time) of wicking up into the strands of copper that make up those heavy battery cables. I've seen them look perfectly good but conduct the battery juice only intermittently.

rabies

05-27-2014, 09:01 AM

I'm gonna be doing the same thing here soon... what welder are you using? I'm trying to find someone who has welded sheet metal with a flux welder to see how it went and get any tips.

hobart mig 110v. with 25cf tank of argon mix.
paid $550 at farm and fleet for it.
youtube has alot of mig/flux tips videos
iv had 2 HF flux welders. even with clean surface, good method and open air its still doodoo.

after having a gas mig il never own another flux welder.
always wear boots and gloves...ask me how i know. :bang:
autohelmet is the shizzle.
pratice on scrap metal. push. pull. too far away. too close. teach yourself :cheerleader:

slipinkramer

05-27-2014, 07:13 PM

Being ill-equipped all i read is... You have a shop and its big too! :D

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Yeah, well, its big for me. About 1 and a half times the size of a regular garage. It has this wonderful side area space next to the vehicle for a workbench and rolling tool cabinet. But its a catch-all for junk and crap too!

OGCollard

05-27-2014, 11:33 PM

Well I put an aftermarket OPS in and two weeks later put aftermarket camshaft position sensor in. A week after that the aftermarket OPS failed so I replaced it with jeep brand OPS and it works perfectly. Guess what failed?? The aftermarket camshaft sensor!! Will replace that with jeep brand and always use jeep brand for the old girl! In two weeks I fix the non opening tailgate and start the bed lining of the exterior!!

prcjeep

05-28-2014, 09:57 AM

I posted it up in my build thread about my parts orders, but today i received the tracking information for my parts coming in, frame stiffeners should be at my door thursday, POR-15 materials should be here some thursday and some monday, jun 3rd, and the right rear floor pan should arrive friday. I LOVE GETTING JEEP STUFF!!

Oh, anyone else ever heard of H.D. Offroad Engineering? What do you think?

They do custom stuff but are selling frame stiffeners regularly, cost is $130 shipped. Ill give a review once they arrive and update it whenever i get them on... They also have extension section for the rear and front, where most stiffeners don't cover.

rabies

05-28-2014, 10:03 AM

POR-15?
Links to stiffners and extensions?

prcjeep

05-28-2014, 10:52 AM

POR-15?
Links to stiffners and extensions?

POR-15 is a rust inhibitor POR-15 (http://www.por15.com/)

HD Offroad Engineering site links
H.D. Offroad Engineering-standard stiffeners (http://hdoffroadengineering.myshopify.com/collections/frontpage/products/xj-frame-stiffeners)
H.D. Offroad Engineering-front stiffener extensions (http://hdoffroadengineering.myshopify.com/collections/frontpage/products/xj-front-frame-stiffeners)
H.D. Offroad Engineering-rear stiffener extensions (http://hdoffroadengineering.myshopify.com/collections/frontpage/products/xj-rear-frame-stiffeners)

Joliet Johnny

05-28-2014, 10:58 AM

Installed my $25 backup camera today. Still need to hide all the wires better and I think when I hardwire the monitor Im running a switch to it.

XJ Wheeler

05-28-2014, 08:38 PM

The feds delivered the lightbar yesterday! And amazingly the box wasn't beat like it fell off a cliff. Its was open in under 5 seconds and looks good. The LEDs are aligned perfectly and hopefully i get full vision back. Took it outside last night and tested the output. Quite nice, especially considering it costs less than a more expensive set of traditional halogen off road lights. I'll definitely be waiting impatiently till i can mount it and compare to the rest of my lights. Although, i gotta deal with my brakes first and to do so some parts have to be ordered. Man its good to be home!

5467

That fence is approximately 80-100 feet away.

http://i1108.photobucket.com/albums/h401/xj-wheeler/Stormy%202/2014-05-28003904.jpg

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slipinkramer

05-28-2014, 09:17 PM

Which one did you get?!

Ebay? Amazon?

Brasscatz

05-28-2014, 10:27 PM

XJ Wheeler

05-28-2014, 10:56 PM

Which one did you get?!

Ebay? Amazon?

Amazon. Looked around a lot and settled on this one. Amazon.com: Eyourlife 300W 30000LM Led Off Road Light Bar Flood Spot Combo Beam- 100pcs*3w high intensity LEDS: Automotive@@AMEPARAM@@http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41-cwqKqoJL.@@AMEPARAM@@41-cwqKqoJL

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bluedragon436

05-29-2014, 12:38 AM

Amazon. Looked around a lot and settled on this one. Amazon.com: Eyourlife 300W 30000LM Led Off Road Light Bar Flood Spot Combo Beam- 100pcs*3w high intensity LEDS: Automotive (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00F4MQJ5O?ie=UTF8&at=&force-full-site=1&ref_=aw_bottom_links)

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As soon as I can get this damn XJ going... I will def have to order up one of those for it.. will look good on there once a few other items are taken care of..

xjken99

05-29-2014, 08:22 AM

A new headliner and matching sun visors. My original one started to separate last summer around the windshield and right above the front doors. The rest still looked good but, 14 years for a factory headliner is a good run. The new one is slightly darker so they did the sun visors free.

In a previous post I mentioned that I had applied Armor All's Outlast Trim Restorer to bumper caps, door handles and the roof rack. It has been through a couple decent rains and so far I am impressed. With most of the restorers I have used in the past rain will usually spot or leave run marks. So far I see no sign of that.

Monday she goes in for an oil change, radiator flush and to see why she squeals like a stuck pig when I turn on the heat or AC.

EekGirl96

05-29-2014, 08:29 AM

Amazon. Looked around a lot and settled on this one. Amazon.com: Eyourlife 300W 30000LM Led Off Road Light Bar Flood Spot Combo Beam- 100pcs*3w high intensity LEDS: Automotive (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00F4MQJ5O?ie=UTF8&at=&force-full-site=1&ref_=aw_bottom_links)

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Been thinking about getting a light bar for my Libby when I get her a roof rack....if not definitely getting one for the waggy when she's all done...or both....

I like it...your just feeding into my temptation

slipinkramer

05-29-2014, 08:52 AM

Man, your'e killin' me. I want this!

I'll be measuring today to determine if I can fit one up under my roof rack facing forward and another (smaller one) facing rear.

XJ Wheeler

05-29-2014, 04:39 PM

Man, your'e killin' me. I want this!

I'll be measuring today to determine if I can fit one up under my roof rack facing forward and another (smaller one) facing rear.

I'll get the exact measurements later for ya then. 50" is often not the exact width, usually 1 or 2 inches more.

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slipinkramer

05-29-2014, 08:49 PM

I'll get the exact measurements later for ya then. 50" is often not the exact width, usually 1 or 2 inches more.

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Well, My roof rack is a mere 39" wide. I think I'll need a narrower light bar...

XJ Wheeler

05-29-2014, 09:46 PM

Well, My roof rack is a mere 39" wide. I think I'll need a narrower light bar...

Ah okay, well good thing is a 40" sounds perfect! :D

slipinkramer

05-29-2014, 09:56 PM

Yes, I'm looking at the 40" light on Amazon now. Looks like exactly what I need.

That, and a 24" to face the rear and I'll be all set.

XJ Wheeler

05-29-2014, 11:57 PM

Yes, I'm looking at the 40" light on Amazon now. Looks like exactly what I need.

That, and a 24" to face the rear and I'll be all set.

Sounds great, I've been looking at lights for the back too but I think I am going to go with two smaller ones.

Carves

05-30-2014, 05:03 AM

Vacced it, Washed it, Checked Tyres & Fluids, :rolleyes:

..... and then ... saved it from a fate worse than death,

... by delegating and correctly tasking - the mercedes ... to transport the redheaded stepkids for sale, at the auction.

Damn feathers clog up the vac anyways .. :D

slipinkramer

05-30-2014, 10:17 AM

Well,

I got up early to clean the throttle body bore, throttle butterfly and IAC valve on my 2004 KJ before work. I'm going to be busy this weekend so I wanted to get this done ahead of time. I removed the intake and sprayed some throttle body cleaner around in there. I have a little bottle brush that is perfect for cleaning stuff like this.

I twisted open the throttle butterfly and started to brush around the bore to loosen the dirt. Just then, the brush slipped from my fingers, slid down the bore and tumbled deep into the engine... On the 3.7 liter, the intake manifold turns 90 degrees straight down at the rear of the engine and then turns 90 degrees again to split out to the 6 intake ports in the 2 heads.

After an hour of the frustration of removing the throttle body and trying to fish a flexible grabber tool down there, I finally hit on the idea that worked to retrieve the brush. A powerful magnet tied to a string and dropped down into the engine worked like a charm.

I'm back on the road and she's idling smooth as silk!

xjken99

05-30-2014, 07:53 PM

I cleaned mine up a bit because tomorrow I am heading here http://www.mw-willysjeep.com/schedule-of-events.aspx to hang out with the Willys crowd. It's actually open to all breeds of Jeeps so I thought I would represent the XJer's. No trophies or awards but there is a display field to park. Suppose to be a beautiful day.

4.3LXJ

05-30-2014, 07:59 PM

Very cool. I like old Jeeps, having had a few myself

Carves

05-30-2014, 08:24 PM

Junkyard run,

... much more jeepish ... than carting chickens around .. :D

4.3LXJ

05-30-2014, 09:34 PM

You got rid of the red headed step children ………….

Coming home with red headed Jeep parts? :D

Carves

05-30-2014, 10:06 PM

according to the excited phone call a few minutes ago,

... the three red headed stepkids went for $120 .. :out: .. :bacondance:

mmmmm .... new jeep parts,

... unless someone comes home with new shoes and handbag,

... so I might have to be happy with castor wheels and steel scraps collected this morning .. :D:D

4.3LXJ

05-30-2014, 10:26 PM

I think you need a larger family. Lots more suckers where they came from :D

saar

05-31-2014, 01:42 AM

I started to move the stuff to the Pajero...

JeepZombie

05-31-2014, 04:14 PM

After seeing several posts on cleaning the throttle body being a Good Idea(tm), I decided to give it a go on this glorious mid-70's day we're having.

Wow.

Just...wow.

If you haven't cleaned your throttle body yet, do it ASAP.

When I pulled mine, the first thing I noticed was it didn't look "too bad". It looked like slightly dingy alluminum with a little bit of a black ring around the butterfly valve.

After a quick spray of throttle body cleaner and liberal use of a toothbrush, spray again and a towel for good measure...I realized the interior has an almost mirror finish...

So then I pulled the sensor, what's it called? The ISS or something like that? Wow...it was black...the whole thing, top to bottom. After some serious cleaning I realized it has a brass tip, and the shaft is supposed to feel like smooth plastic, not like tar!

A thorough cleaning of the sensor's housing in the throttle body and that was soon the color of aluminum instead of the soot black color it was when I first looked in there...

Now, for the performance part? It fired up after a 1.5 second crank. Originally I was getting ol' Butchie to fire up after about a 5 second crank. BIG difference. I also noticed the cold idle was up a bit higher than normal. He was usually running just under 1k, maybe in the low 900's...now? Around 1,100rpms for cold idle!!!

So then I decided to take him out for a spin...went down a back road I've driven a thousand times before and cranked it open (like I've done a thousand times before)...normally, Butchie would hit about 45mph before I'd have to start slowing down for a wicked curve. This time, I was laying on brakes because we hit 55mph halfway down the road!!!

Throttle response made my jeep feel like it was a performance car, not a big beast with a ton of gear in it. I now fully understand why there's no need to throw a V-8 into a Jeep when you have a 4.0L-HO engine...these things can really move!

Long story short - It feels like I have a new Jeep, all for the cost of some throttle body cleaner and a little bit of elbow grease. I know my fuel economy is going to shoot up 1-2mpg too - if I can keep my foot off the accelerator!

Cheers!

xjken99

05-31-2014, 04:29 PM

Spent several hours at the The Willys Jeep Rally 2014 at Huston Wood State Park near Oxford Ohio. There was an all breeds display field and mine was the only XJ. Got several great comments on my Jeep and got to talk to several fellow Jeep fanatics. Here's a pic of mine on the show field, there are other pics in the EVENTS FORUM.

http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn148/xjken99/IMG_2765_zpsa7880ecd.jpg (http://s303.photobucket.com/user/xjken99/media/IMG_2765_zpsa7880ecd.jpg.html)

OGCollard

06-01-2014, 06:03 PM

OEM camshaft position sensor installed. New tailgate support struts installed. He tailgate door lock cylinder installed. Nothing major but a working tailgate is nice! Next project.....Berliner the exterior! So excited to get rid of the red!

Brasscatz

06-01-2014, 10:24 PM

Installed a pair of 10" kicker subwoofers I got from a kid for $30 to see if they work. After rattling my wife out of the house, I took them back out to make room for the tires I had in there..... btw, bagpipes sound good on a system ;)

Found out that I need a new battery in the Jeep too. This one only lasted about a year and a half I think. Luckily, it's under warranty still.

Also have a line on some rock sliders for $100. Couldn't pass the deal up, so hopefully will have those in my possession by next weekend

JeepZombie

06-02-2014, 09:23 AM

btw, bagpipes sound good on a system ;)

Found out that I need a new battery in the Jeep too. This one only lasted about a year and a half I think. Luckily, it's under warranty still.

You might want to check the alternator if the battery's not making it - especially with the juice it takes to run subs.

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xjken99

06-02-2014, 05:13 PM

Just picked mine up at the garage, the belt squeal was just a lose belt and the lack of strong heat this past winter was a slight clog in the heater core. Made an appointment for Thursday for new tranny fluid and axle juice.

Brasscatz

06-02-2014, 05:57 PM

You might want to check the alternator if the battery's not making it - especially with the juice it takes to run subs.

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Alternator is good. The jeep has just been sitting since before Christmas, and quite a while before that. I've started it up and let it run several times and I had to jump it last time (about 2 weeks ago) and this time it was completely dead. Battery wouldn't even charge after I ran it for 20 minutes or so. I will double check the terminal connections, but pretty sure the battery is bad. I've had one last me 8 months before, but with that warranty that O'Reilly's has, I should get a new one free.

JeepZombie

06-02-2014, 06:21 PM

Free is almost always good. ;-)

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oderdene

06-02-2014, 06:41 PM

On the road to work got a loud bang around @30mph when hitting hole on the road. No acceleration after that, rolled further and kicked to 4x4 part time, drove to next exit ~250m, left there. Called a friend and met afternoon, checked. Long story short, cross shaft and pin bolt was broken there.

bluedragon436

06-02-2014, 08:44 PM

Meant to post this a few days ago.. But ordered the XJ Bible Jeep Cherokee XJ 1984-2001: Advanced Performance Modifications (Sa Design) (Performance How-To): Eric Zappe: 9781613250792: Amazon.com: Books@@AMEPARAM@@http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/61DGlNb%2BJIL.@@AMEPARAM@@61DGlNb%2BJIL by Eric Zappe.. Looking forward to it hopefully getting here either tomorrow or the next day.. Now to get the darn thing running so I can actually follow some stuff in there...