XJ-6

Hi all,

The 1998 XJ Classic I just bought *seemed* OK, but when I took it to my trusted mechanic, of course, they found a bunch of expensive problems. Ugh.

They heard a noise which I didn't notice - when putting the vehicle in gear, a *click* comes from the rear differential area. This led them to open up the rear and the transfer case. What they found were lots of metal shavings in the transfer case, and excessive play in the rear differential (which probably caused the metal shavings in the transfer case).

I'm going to try to get the dealer to help fix or pay for this, considering the price I paid (too much), I should not have to turn around and dump $2,000-3,000 into this vehicle.

This XJ is going to be my "daily driver," but I have a company vehicle, so I won't drive it daily. I won't be using it for (much) off roading.

My mechanical experience is next to none. I'm learning a lot from this site and the web in general, but I've never even thought about replacing a rear differential and transfer case before. From what I understand it isn't something a novice should attempt anyway.

The shop quoted me $2,130.25 to rebuild the rear, or $2,152.22 to replace it with a Jasper. The transfer case with labor would be another $1,448.85. UGH. Thoughts?

One other thing that is bothering me is the oil pressure gauge. When I'm rolling down the road, its usually between 35-40. But if I'm stopped, it hovers around 10-15. Is this OK? I know my truck doesn't do this, so I'm a little concerned. It also will jerk sometimes after starting from a stop, but I imagine that could well be related to the differential and transfer case.

Thanks for your input. In the mean time I'll be arguing with a used car dealer. (Shoot me now!)

wahoo

If it were me I would go to a junk yard and see what they have unless you can get them to pay for it. Seems they are high on there prices.

1991Jeep_Man

Do you have the Chrysler 8.25 rear? Go to a junkyard or craigslist and find a rear axle. Those things are usually bombproof,just make sure the donor wasn't rear-ended and pop the cover off to check the internals (really easy, just take off bolts).

As for the t-case, do the same or you can order a rebuilt here: http://www.transfercases.com/order.htm

All of these can be replaced at home as long as you have the right tools. Everything should bolt out and in. Grab a Haynes manual and have a CherokeeForum shortcut on your desktop and get to it! WAY much less than $4000+ dollars.

SqueakyT1O

take it back to the dealer, ask them to fix it if its under warranty, if its not...its your baby....if they refuse, they may be willing to work out a deal, if not threaten to return it, call the bbb, and take your buisness else where....i had to do that once or twice when i bought my jeep

Tony91XJ

Are these engines worth purchasing? Both 4WD parts and Quadratec swears by them but I'm not convinsed. Does anyone have experience with these? and are they worth the 2200.00 bucks. The local dealership wants 4000.00, I don't trust them.

VTJeep

there is no way the shop DIDNT know what they were giving you. so they need to be responsible. tell them that unless they are willing to be reasonable, you will have to get the federal government involved. if they still wont pull their heads from their asses, then hit the JY and get yourself the needed parts. it will be cheaper than what they want to charge and sometimes there is a waranty (30 days maybe) that the JY will do. idk i still say that shop is resposible!!! dont let them get away with robbing you!!!

freegdr

x100

freegdr

atk engines are very well known in the automotive repair field they offer very good products and warranty packageshttp://www.atkvege.com/content/index...uild-Sheet.php

XJ-6

Just called the dealer back; he started screaming at me completely unprovoked. If anyone is in the Fredericksburg, VA area, STAY AWAY from Sullivan Auto Trading, Inc.

SqueakyT1O

www.carlemon.com
you should be able to find out your rights from that link

BuckB91XJ

X2 on finding a late model (00-01) Chrysler 8.25 in a junkyard XJ. Drum to drum complete should only be 200-300 dollars...and they can still be found in great shape. Snag the TC out of the same XJ. If the rear axle is in good shape, the TC should be, too.

BuckB91XJ

WAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAY better deal than your crook mechanic quoted you. Him and the guy who owns the dealership where you bought your XJ might be brothers....lol.

dukie564

^^^ Agreed there are laws that protect you, especially when you buy from a licensed dealer

SqueakyT1O

x3

the u pull it yard around here charges 160 drum to drum, but if your existing drums, shoes are still in great condition, you can save a few bucks

VTJeep

dude. its time to get serious w/ this shop. you called him on selling you a bad car. he got defensive. that tells me they probably knew. being harrassed by the guy is way out of line. he needs to be held accountable for that. the bigger issue, your xj, is still not resolved. dont play nice with this one. the better business bureau is not the agency to have snooping around, so im sure that this ******* will understand that. and if not, then make him pay!! whats the number, i wanna **** with him! good luck!!