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Old 04-03-2011, 08:55 PM
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I just picked up my 89 cherokee I have put all new injectors in replaced the 02 sensor genral tune up and fuel filter. It sat for 5 yrs. I can't figure out what else it could be any thoughts
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did you change the oil?
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did you change the oil?
does it even HAVE any oil?

Maybe the mice or wasps built nests in the air filter.
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Yes I have done all that the rear main and the pan gasket leaked so I fixed that just can't get itto stop smoking
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Black smoke = rich condition.

Are you sure there's not an intake restriction somewhere?
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Yes I'm sure it just blows me away can't figure it out
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got any mojor cracks in your exhaust mani?
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how badly does it smoke and how long have you left it running while it smokes
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i just picked up an 87 with the same thing. its not really a problem at all. its just cuz it hasnt ran in so long. mine sat for 3 years. charged the battery, replaced the fuel and it started right up. go to the auto store and get some sort of restore for the oil and a fuel additive to clean it out. it should be fine
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So far its looking pretty good now guys. I'm taking it in for a diagnostic tomorrow cause now its ideling a little rough and raises RPM about every 15 to 20 seconds. Any ideas there?
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also check the map sensor. if they go bad it will run like crap and run hella rich
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