Dylan86cherokee

So out of no where today my 86 2.8 started sounding like it was cammed or something but still ran fine and didn't stall or anything but now it is just dieing out.... and I don't know what the problem is I'm guessing the distributor.... but am not sure any ideas? Thanks!

tjwalker

Tuneup parts, check for a strong, BLUE spark, and test for proper fuel pressure.

For starters..

grsmnky1

It's been many years since i fooled with one of those. I would have your ignition module checked, if i remember right its under the distributer rotor button which you should make sure is still turning. You could have broke a timing chain or dist. gear. Also make sure you are getting fuel . I had to get my carburator rebuilt on one once with similar symptoms.

Dylan86cherokee

Ok thanks so much! Yeah it probably needs a tune up my dad and I mostly my dad(teaching me) will work on it tonight!

tjwalker

Good plan.....the importance of solid tuneup hardware cannot be overstated.

Have fun with your Jeep.....

Dylan86cherokee

Turns out a vacum line under the carb came undone hahaha problem solved thanks

tjwalker

Easy fix, but I'd still give it a tuneup. The best time to do one of those is BEFORE you have problems......

Dylan86cherokee

I guess my dad did one about a year ago... how often should they be done

tjwalker

See exactly what he replaced. Best to keep a small notepad with what was replaced, the date and mileage. You will NOT regret having this documentation as there is no way you're going to remember this stuff 2-3 years from now.

I go about 30k on plugs. 60k on wires, cap and rotor. If he didn't replace the fuel filter, should do that too; easy and inexpensive to do.

Dylan86cherokee

Ok Its about 4k on the wires and plugs and I'm not sure if he changed out the rotor or pump I will check! Thanks for all the advice

tjwalker

Replace the distributor cap and rotor if your dad didn't do it. The parts are not that expensive and they wear out.

And it's not the fuel "pump" that you would need to replace, but the fuel "FILTER"