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Old 04-20-2013, 12:15 PM
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I am resurrecting a 1989 Cherokee XJ, I have just replaced all the rings on all the injectors = 1 new OEM injector. two weeks later the #2 injector is leaking at the top where the electrical clips on. I can stop the leak by pressing on it but want to replace the injector. Can I replace JUST the one with with a borg warner... http://www.oreillyauto.com/site/c/de...2521&ppt=C0024 ...all set to original specs? I know I will be pulling the rail 4 more times eventually but for the sake of my pocket book one at a time for now.
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http://mikestrawbridge.com/blog/2010...uel-injectors/ there is my answer, hes running just one Borg on the looks like #3 . I didn't need to completely remove the rail on the 89 to get to the #2. I might be a woman, but sometimes small hands work better. Also I saw a write up here on disconnecting the throttle, cable do not just pry it off, it turns up then slips right off.
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Last century, working on my Jeep for the PO I ran into the same problem. One was leaking, worked on it, then more leaked. Now I know those stock injectors are crap, and a fire hazard. There are a number of improved, "plug and play" 4 HOLE injectors with the correct length, the EV-1 connector, and the little slot for the clip-nut that holds them on the rail. I gather the stock are 18.6 lb/hr flow rate, with 16 Ohms resistance in their coil.

You have a number of options..."703's" are popular. 19# "Ford Yellows..", also. (might be some "yellows. are Bosch as well)

Check this out> https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f2/199...r-swap-163105/

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Well that opened a can of beans, yes 18.6 lb/hr flow rate, with 16 Ohms resistance. TY for the ability to make sure O'reilly got this right. { they hardly ever do} http://www.polog40.co.uk/article_injector_table.php

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Last century, working on my Jeep for the PO I ran into the same problem. One was leaking, worked on it, then more leaked. Now I know those stock injectors are crap, and a fire hazard. There are a number of improved, "plug and play" 4 HOLE injectors with the correct length, the EV-1 connector, and the little slot for the clip-nut that holds them on the rail. I gather the stock are 18.6 lb/hr flow rate, with 16 Ohms resistance in their coil.

You have a number of options..."703's" are popular. 19# "Ford Yellows..", also. (might be some "yellows. are Bosch as well)

Check this out> https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f2/199...r-swap-163105/
X2 I wouldn't waste my time or money with new OEM injectors. Expensive, poor performance (compared), and they'll just leak again if they're New Old Stock
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My xj had the leaking injector problem four times, after the fourth started leaking I decided it was time to upgrade I went with 746s those shouldn't have that leaking problem because their one piece. I also noticed a little more power and smoother idle. The swap cost me just a little more than one new injector and that was with the parts to freshen the injectors.
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If you have had one leaking and then another change them all, have dealt with this myself. changing to the #703 injectors or staying stock just get the old ones out of there. If you're comfortable with JYs' you can get some fairly fresh injectors for about 15$ each(or less). Just remember to get them off the right years 87-90. The four hole that matches up to spec come off of Dodge neons and caravans.
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Nice ride Illuminator I like the choice of color LEDs on the dash mod. I have well over 2K into this within a month, so for now I have to settle on one more injector till the rest give up. @135k original miles I hope to have a lot of time to upgrade. I dont want a 4' lift prefer a 2" for tire clearance and a lower center of gravity. I am working towards an expedition truck. I live in the land of fishing and camping.

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Contact Programbo here on CF. Get some good injecotors that are properly sized. Late model which don't leak externally like rEnix injectors. You don't want a Car-B-Que.
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Done deal the injector is in and its running good till the next injector breaks down. The Bosch was nice solid steel looks like one part, not 3 parts pressed together. Lifetime guarantee so I will be searching for the exact same set for next week when I have to pull the rail again.
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