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07-24-2014, 10:37 PM
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07-24-2014, 10:40 PM
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07-24-2014, 11:13 PM
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I was reading a lot earlier. I believe my problem is somewhere in one of the shift forks or a problem with binding. I'm going to start with double checking the shift fork length (it might be mode fork or something I've been reading so much my head hurts) and then go from there. I also believe I may be missing the spring that is supposed to hold tension on the fork while in 2wd. I don't specifically remember putting that in or actually ever seeing it while doing the sye.
So basically I could be dealing with more than one problem.
07-24-2014, 11:41 PM
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07-25-2014, 06:01 AM
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07-25-2014, 06:10 AM
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So, I know enough to get myself into trouble but not out: the head bolts being single use, two if your good, does that mean they should have been replaced with gasket or is that possible? And the exhaust manifold got new hardware when header went on. Sorry, it's 7 AM, I've been awake for 5 min. and this is a confounding issue for me.. Oh and by "totally normal repair" you mean that literally right, like doing a head gasket isn't hard/dangerous cause that was my impression. I really do appreciate the help guys.
Maybe he doesn't know that head bolts are single-use (two uses if you're good... but probably not) and can't bolt up a manifold.
07-25-2014, 07:08 AM
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Definitely not the linkage. I have boostwerks HD linkage on there and after adjusting it I don't see how it could be the problem.
I was reading a lot earlier. I believe my problem is somewhere in one of the shift forks or a problem with binding. I'm going to start with double checking the shift fork length (it might be mode fork or something I've been reading so much my head hurts) and then go from there. I also believe I may be missing the spring that is supposed to hold tension on the fork while in 2wd. I don't specifically remember putting that in or actually ever seeing it while doing the sye.
So basically I could be dealing with more than one problem.
I was reading a lot earlier. I believe my problem is somewhere in one of the shift forks or a problem with binding. I'm going to start with double checking the shift fork length (it might be mode fork or something I've been reading so much my head hurts) and then go from there. I also believe I may be missing the spring that is supposed to hold tension on the fork while in 2wd. I don't specifically remember putting that in or actually ever seeing it while doing the sye.
So basically I could be dealing with more than one problem.
First remove shift linkage and shift TC by hand and try to move jeep.
The shift fork is known to need 'tuning' (grinding).
The lack of spring could be the main issue!
You can watch the movement of fork through a bolt hole; https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f67/tr...1/#post2706604
Shifter shaft too long? https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f67/un...install-89090/
07-25-2014, 09:22 AM
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So, I know enough to get myself into trouble but not out: the head bolts being single use, two if your good, does that mean they should have been replaced with gasket or is that possible? And the exhaust manifold got new hardware when header went on. Sorry, it's 7 AM, I've been awake for 5 min. and this is a confounding issue for me.. Oh and by "totally normal repair" you mean that literally right, like doing a head gasket isn't hard/dangerous cause that was my impression. I really do appreciate the help guys.
I wouldn't say it's a routine but it's a standard job on pretty much every engine ever.
Rough running on a 4.0L after HG change to me says that the manifolds aren't sealing properly. Most likely. New gasket is a good idea.
So I'm told!
07-25-2014, 10:38 AM
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You are on the right track, just wrong thread (OEM tech).
First remove shift linkage and shift TC by hand and try to move jeep.
The shift fork is known to need 'tuning' (grinding).
The lack of spring could be the main issue!
You can watch the movement of fork through a bolt hole; https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f67/tr...1/#post2706604
Shifter shaft too long? https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f67/un...install-89090/
I never realized the ask a question thread was in OEM tech. Maybe we could start a non-oem ask a question thread?
07-25-2014, 10:40 AM
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07-25-2014, 11:16 AM
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I decided to lay down in the back on my lunch break and noticed there's three metal tabs on the ceiling where the headliner meet the hatch door. I never saw this before and it wasn't on other jeeps
Anyone know what it's for?
Anyone know what it's for?
07-25-2014, 11:24 AM
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I've used them for the baby seat tie down. Also can use for cargo net etc. Anything your heart desires
07-25-2014, 11:38 AM
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Yup mmhmm. The bolts & studs stretch each time they're torqued. If they're old or were reused recently they need to be replaced. I wouldn't say it's a routine but it's a standard job on pretty much every engine ever. Rough running on a 4.0L after HG change to me says that the manifolds aren't sealing properly. Most likely. New gasket is a good idea. So I'm told!
07-25-2014, 11:55 AM
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