xj_maniac_newb

Found out I had a hole in my upper radiator hose, so i took it off and went to replace the hose and they didnt have the right one. Well we found one that had the same diameter and was just about the same length and made the turns, I carried it home, put it on, and decided it was time to crank my jeep. Turn the key over and as soon as i do i hear a strang noise when the engine turns over. Like almost a clanking noise. I'm afraid i've messed something up but i dont know what it could be. when i heard that noise it only turned over a few times, not even enough to crank the engine. Afterwards i completely filled up the radiator with antifreeze tried one more time. Same thing. What could it be? I dont want to mess my jeep up as it's my only mode of transportation and i dont have enough money to buy another vehicle.

Oh yeah, and i checked the oil and its fine, it did NOT make this noise when i turned it off last which was like 3 hours ago. The ONLY thing i've did to this jeep is take off the upper radiator hose and replace it with another. PLEASE help.... i dont know what to do, i fell like a lost puppy right now lol

otpracer

Sounds to me like your fan shroud is hitting your fan. You may have pushed on it while you were putting the hose on.

JeepingDan

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xj_maniac_newb

WOW thanks so much, i was SO WORRIED lol. it was the slack off of the hose clip getting hit by the fan. Scared the **** outa me never been that worried i messed something up. That metal on metal sound is never good to hear Feel really stupid now though

otpracer

No problem, a fix that cost $0 is the best kind.

xj_maniac_newb

Oh and just a heads up for anyone with a 4 banger wanting to replace the upper radiator hose.....noone has it. You will have to have someone order it as they dont keep it in stock. Lower is fine. Noone stocks the upper