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Old Apr 3, 2013 | 05:08 AM
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There's a layer of oil and gunk built up on the underside of my engine. I'd like to clean it off to see where I'm leaking. Since there's a lot, should I use something harsher than normal degreaser, or should I just stick with it?
Old Apr 3, 2013 | 07:17 AM
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Originally Posted by DieselD
I don't know the exact year, but its the rounder body style.

I forgot about mirrors. What are you guys doing for miirrors?
Diesel here are the plugs. Sorry for the pics.
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Old Apr 3, 2013 | 07:34 AM
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Originally Posted by turver
There's a layer of oil and gunk built up on the underside of my engine. I'd like to clean it off to see where I'm leaking. Since there's a lot, should I use something harsher than normal degreaser, or should I just stick with it?
Use standard degreaser such as purple power. Cover all electrical components and accessories such as alternator, battery, etc. Spray the degreaser and soak it down and wait for it to dry before starting it again.
Old Apr 3, 2013 | 10:19 AM
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When I get 31's I should be fine gear wise and mpg wise right? I've been seeing a lot of. Threads about running 31's and regearing..
Old Apr 3, 2013 | 10:53 AM
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Originally Posted by turver
There's a layer of oil and gunk built up on the underside of my engine. I'd like to clean it off to see where I'm leaking. Since there's a lot, should I use something harsher than normal degreaser, or should I just stick with it?
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Old Apr 3, 2013 | 11:21 AM
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Originally Posted by Cherokeekid4x4
When I get 31's I should be fine gear wise and mpg wise right? I've been seeing a lot of. Threads about running 31's and regearing..
You'll be fine.

Keep in mind I'm running 32s stock gearing
Old Apr 3, 2013 | 11:32 AM
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Originally Posted by Cherokeekid4x4
When I get 31's I should be fine gear wise and mpg wise right? I've been seeing a lot of. Threads about running 31's and regearing..
I ran huge 33's on stock gears and it's doable. 31's will be fine
Old Apr 3, 2013 | 11:33 AM
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My 32s are fine with stock gearing. Lol, and 31s will be to.
Old Apr 3, 2013 | 11:37 AM
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Sweet thanks guys.
Old Apr 3, 2013 | 12:01 PM
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I just bought a 2001 Cherokee sport and I replaced the spark plugs. After that the car began to shake upon starting. Then I put old spark plugs (in good condition) back in and it ran fine. Next day I drove it around for about 20 miles then took it to "u pull it." It drove perfect. When I attempted to leave the car wouldn't start and when it finally did it cut off like it couldn't get power. I spoke with a mechanic they said it could be the coil pack?! What do you think
Old Apr 3, 2013 | 12:04 PM
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Originally Posted by Cherokeekid4x4

Diesel here are the plugs. Sorry for the pics.
So those are all down in the kick panel?
Old Apr 3, 2013 | 12:15 PM
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Originally Posted by DieselD

So those are all down in the kick panel?
Yeah they're behind the kick panel.
Old Apr 3, 2013 | 12:20 PM
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Hmmm. So I think it still might be easier to make a quick connect so its just one plug to get em off.
Old Apr 3, 2013 | 12:25 PM
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Originally Posted by DieselD
Hmmm. So I think it still might be easier to make a quick connect so its just one plug to get em off.
Well it depends on how many wires you've got and if you can find A connector with that many connections. Best bet is to get some door plugs from a zj
Old Apr 3, 2013 | 12:26 PM
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Plenty of ZJs at the JY. Whenever I get around to doing it at least I know I can disconnect them in the kick panel and do the wiring later.



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