'91 XJ ABS Woes...
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'91 XJ ABS Woes...
My wife's XJ has an ABS braking issue, where the brakes lock up, get spongy, and feel fine, all in the same outing. I hate ABS, especially the crappy system that Chrysler tacked onto this poor thing. I want to eliminate the system totally, so that will mean a trip to the boneyard.
Has anyone ever done this and what do I need to grab from the donor vehicle?
TIA!
Has anyone ever done this and what do I need to grab from the donor vehicle?
TIA!
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After some more research, I've found that this era ABS system really sucks. It seems the ABS pump, made by Bendix I believe, has some real problems and is very prone to failure. It is a $1200 unit, but supposedly has a lifetime warranty on it... which means a trip to the local dealership. I shudder at that thought... God knows what they'll "find".
So, I am gonna take a stab at converting it to standard brakes...
So, I am gonna take a stab at converting it to standard brakes...
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Please let me/us know how it goes cause I'm interested in eliminating the ABS. Until then, how did you extend the ABS brakelines, if your XJ is lifted?
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^^Actually using Franks idea is the best.
I did a write up in the tech section some time back when I converted my 89 ABS to 90 Power Brake. Its a easy conversion and cheap too.
https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f2/converting-abs-power-brakes-1631/
I did a write up in the tech section some time back when I converted my 89 ABS to 90 Power Brake. Its a easy conversion and cheap too.
https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f2/converting-abs-power-brakes-1631/
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