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Old Mar 17, 2013 | 05:20 PM
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Originally Posted by n91chriss
That's what I thought, according to my master service manual it's like 4.6-4.7 and according to my POS volt meter it's actually 1.88, I hate renix with a passion. I guess that means ecu/pcm any other thoughts?
I.would suspect a problem with that 5v circuit yea, check the resistance of that wire from the sensor to pcm to make sure it's not a wire problem before going after the pcm. Also check that wire for resistance to ground to make sure it's not grounding out
Old Mar 17, 2013 | 08:25 PM
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Default Power steering leak issue

I have a leak in power steering unit, to me looks like it is coming from the bottom as the hose coming out of the unit it covered with fluid [honestly looks like oil as it is dirty but fluid level in reservoir has dropped].
I was told there is an o-ring [location wasn't specified to me] that can be replaced and that I should check that first before replacing

Looking for cheapest and most obvious fixes first and then on to more expensive ones later if nothing helps.
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Old Mar 17, 2013 | 09:56 PM
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So I finally got my got my CB installed, and got my antenna, antenna mount, and wiring. I went with the Firestik Firefly 4ft black, with the Firestik FireRing 18 ft cable and a door jamb mount for above my left side tail light. I got it all hooked up, except for the the antenna. Well I parked outside last night without the antenna put on, and now there is water in the stud where the antenna goes. Is it ok for me to put the antenna on now, or should I wait until it dries completely? Also, will I need a spring for this antenna or should it be ok at highway speeds?
Old Mar 17, 2013 | 10:00 PM
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Originally Posted by RatchetMaster10

I.would suspect a problem with that 5v circuit yea, check the resistance of that wire from the sensor to pcm to make sure it's not a wire problem before going after the pcm. Also check that wire for resistance to ground to make sure it's not grounding out
Also I would recommed verifying that the ground you're measuring against is actually good.
Old Mar 17, 2013 | 11:04 PM
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Got a 98 jeep that is doorless and I'm going to weld in bolts to act like TJ doors. My question is what size? Most say 5/16 but say after awhile it will ruin the bushing in there now and sag eventually. Others say 3/8 and drill out the door side to accommodate the larger bolt but then there is no bushing. OR get an O.D. 7/16 and I.D. 5/16 bushing with the 5/16 bolt?
Old Mar 17, 2013 | 11:12 PM
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Originally Posted by ThatPurpleXJ
Got a 98 jeep that is doorless and I'm going to weld in bolts to act like TJ doors. My question is what size? Most say 5/16 but say after awhile it will ruin the bushing in there now and sag eventually. Others say 3/8 and drill out the door side to accommodate the larger bolt but then there is no bushing. OR get an O.D. 7/16 and I.D. 5/16 bushing with the 5/16 bolt?
No matter what you do, your doors won't be the same. I've already had a pin break off, fork break off. Bent the fix for the broken pin. Just put any bolt that fits. It'll most likely have play in it anyways :/ mise well not stress about it.
Old Mar 17, 2013 | 11:17 PM
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Originally Posted by ThatPurpleXJ
Got a 98 jeep that is doorless and I'm going to weld in bolts to act like TJ doors. My question is what size? Most say 5/16 but say after awhile it will ruin the bushing in there now and sag eventually. Others say 3/8 and drill out the door side to accommodate the larger bolt but then there is no bushing. OR get an O.D. 7/16 and I.D. 5/16 bushing with the 5/16 bolt?
Maybe get a longer one that ain't all threaded and cut the threaded part off
Old Mar 17, 2013 | 11:33 PM
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Originally Posted by hick92

Maybe get a longer one that ain't all threaded and cut the threaded part off
That's what I'm doing just unsure of the diameter of the actually bolt.
Old Mar 18, 2013 | 12:05 AM
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Originally Posted by ThatPurpleXJ

That's what I'm doing just unsure of the diameter of the actually bolt.
Got ya I guess its gonna be trial and error
Old Mar 18, 2013 | 12:11 AM
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Originally Posted by hick92

Maybe get a longer one that ain't all threaded and cut the threaded part off
Originally Posted by hick92

Got ya I guess its gonna be trial and error
Dude... stop giving advise.
Old Mar 18, 2013 | 06:19 AM
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Is there anyway to tell what size sway bar I have without measuring? Just wondering.

Its a 99 4.0 aw4 231 classic
Old Mar 18, 2013 | 06:21 AM
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Is there anyway to tell what size sway bar I have without measuring? Just wondering.

Its a 99 4.0 aw4 231 classic
No. You're going to have to measure. I've measured 3 different size sway bars on the same model Jeep.

The auto parts store that you get the bushings from should have a set of calipers that you can borrow to measure with in the parking lot.
Old Mar 18, 2013 | 06:22 AM
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Fair enough.

Why the hell they use so many different sizes?
Old Mar 18, 2013 | 06:23 AM
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I'll probably order them off amazon. They have the pro-thane kits at a decent price. They come with all the bushings too.
Old Mar 18, 2013 | 06:32 AM
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Originally Posted by DieselD
I'll probably order them off amazon. They have the pro-thane kits at a decent price. They come with all the bushings too.
I'd stick with stock bushings. The poly bushings suck, IMO.

Parts store has those for like 8 bucks.



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