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Old 11-15-2017, 10:25 PM
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That does it.

I read the reviews, and I'm going with a tailpipe outlet spacer this weekend.
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Originally Posted by Basslicks
You won't NEED special tools, but if you can rent a balljoint kit from the autoparts store, I'd highly recommend it. Makes removal and install a lot easier than beating on it with a hammer and socket to get them in and out.
I see the ball joint press tool is good for u-joints. Is there a tool that is used specifically for the tailshaft bushing and seal?
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The humor they shared in that exchange put a smile on my face for the day. lol
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Originally Posted by jdjonesdr
That does it.

I read the reviews, and I'm going with a tailpipe outlet spacer this weekend.
Say whaaaat?!??! Sounds like they'd be found on the shelf next to muffler bearings.

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I see the ball joint press tool is good for u-joints. Is there a tool that is used specifically for the tailshaft bushing and seal?
Seal puller, pry bar, screw driver

I've honestly never done the pinion seal specifically, but I've done transaxle seals and axle seals. The Pinion yoke seal doesn't appear to be any different, but I can't say for sure.

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The humor they shared in that exchange put a smile on my face for the day. lol
Haha... I know man. I knew it was a bit, but it still made me crack up.
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Say whaaaat?!??! Sounds like they'd be found on the shelf next to muffler bearings.
I was wondering if someone was going to mention muffler bearings. From what I understand Timken makes one of the best.

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Haha... I know man. I knew it was a bit, but it still made me crack up.
Always enjoy a good Boss fight. lol
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Just be sure to get the one that is manifold-back and it will be good.

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That does it.

I read the reviews, and I'm going with a tailpipe outlet spacer this weekend.
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That does it.

I read the reviews, and I'm going with a tailpipe outlet spacer this weekend.
good prices here
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Quick question with an issue I've had with my Jeep for a while.

On the HVAC control unit (this is my 91 with slide controls), the cold side stops about 1 inch from the left and goes no further. Goes all the way to the hot side with ease. My heater never roasts me out despite properly functioning t stat and clear heater core and bypassed heater control valve. I think my blend door cable might have shifted at the arm under the dash so the heat side is never open all the way. Anyone had this happen before? Can that cable be adjusted? Thanks!
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Originally Posted by Bugout4x4
I was wondering if someone was going to mention muffler bearings. From what I understand Timken makes one of the best.



Always enjoy a good Boss fight. lol
I keep hearing they're the best, but I'm tired of trying to find them. Everywhere I go they tell me they're sold out and on back order.

Anybody here have experience with Relative Bearings?
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Wow... Only 33.95 for the Muffler Bearing! And that's not a bad price for elbow grease either.
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Originally Posted by jdjonesdr
I keep hearing they're the best, but I'm tired of trying to find them. Everywhere I go they tell me they're sold out and on back order.

Anybody here have experience with Relative Bearings?
Lol.
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Anyone know why the interior lights come on when you land hard in a Cherokee?
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Anyone know why the interior lights come on when you land hard in a Cherokee?
probably the body flexing enough to shift the doors and release the door jam switch so the interior lights come on
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Originally Posted by TrailerTrash
probably the body flexing enough to shift the doors and release the door jam switch so the interior lights come on
Why he is asking this question is even worse than you think. lol
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