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Ok, so I have been trying to fix a stupid coolant leak for the past week and have come to the conclusion that I just need to replace the radiator. I'm a little nervous trying to attempt this myself. I've watched a lot of videos online, and read up on it and it seems doable... my biggest worries, other than disconnecting the trans cooling lines, are the fans and the water pump pulley... Some tutorials say I have to remove the fans, some say not. Some say I have to loosed the water pulley, some not. If I don't have to bother with either of those things, I am going out there today and getting this done. Anyone change the rad on a 2000 Ltd. 6cyl. 4.0L? Advice?
I did mine by just removing the fan shrouds. once you get those out, you'll see you have plenty of room, and won't remove the fans at all.Originally Posted by lunablue
Hey Everyone,Ok, so I have been trying to fix a stupid coolant leak for the past week and have come to the conclusion that I just need to replace the radiator. I'm a little nervous trying to attempt this myself. I've watched a lot of videos online, and read up on it and it seems doable... my biggest worries, other than disconnecting the trans cooling lines, are the fans and the water pump pulley... Some tutorials say I have to remove the fans, some say not. Some say I have to loosed the water pulley, some not. If I don't have to bother with either of those things, I am going out there today and getting this done. Anyone change the rad on a 2000 Ltd. 6cyl. 4.0L? Advice?
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Was under the hood of the jeep today and noticed the shock mount bushings or whatever they are called are already shot.....one looks like a crushed skittle and the other side is getting there, the lift only has 500 miles on it.....ill post a pic later its a rough country 3" series 2
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interesting and thats used as a belt dressing? Neat
I dont wanna mask it I thought maybe the pulley just needed a little grease where they mount at...speaking of cooling since I have the 0331 head and im unsure of the po maintenance i would like to replace all of my cooling stuff so what all should I replace? Therm, radiator, fans and hoses? And fluid of course...I know its leaking from somewhere
Yeah it works as a temp fix so you don't have to listen to it screech until you can fix it.Originally Posted by ScikoFaery
interesting and thats used as a belt dressing? Neat
I dont wanna mask it I thought maybe the pulley just needed a little grease where they mount at...speaking of cooling since I have the 0331 head and im unsure of the po maintenance i would like to replace all of my cooling stuff so what all should I replace? Therm, radiator, fans and hoses? And fluid of course...I know its leaking from somewhere
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Well it doesnt screech just a low volume whine but its got the right pitch to make u want to punch urself in the face...I did find a brand new belt under the back seat tho pretty excited about that hahaOriginally Posted by 89xjrocker
Yeah it works as a temp fix so you don't have to listen to it screech until you can fix it.
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I do not have any pics right now but I'll try to take some. I know it is a Jeep Comanche though. There are also 2 rails running along the entire frame that don't look stock. Everything else looks stock or professional.
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Thanks!Originally Posted by DrewzillaXJ
I did mine by just removing the fan shrouds. once you get those out, you'll see you have plenty of room, and won't remove the fans at all.
Decided to just poke around, and I did remove the one fan, but left the clutch fan (?) in and just moved the shroud. Looks like all I have to do is drain (Once I find the petcock!) and take off the hoses. The top trans cooler line looks like it won't be a problem, but the lower one will probably be a PITA. I am going to pick up one of those tools at the parts store when I get the rad. and hope that makes things a little easier..
I can leave the condenser alone, right?
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Decided to just poke around, and I did remove the one fan, but left the clutch fan (?) in and just moved the shroud. Looks like all I have to do is drain (Once I find the petcock!) and take off the hoses. The top trans cooler line looks like it won't be a problem, but the lower one will probably be a PITA. I am going to pick up one of those tools at the parts store when I get the rad. and hope that makes things a little easier..
I can leave the condenser alone, right?
A tool for removing trans lines? Im gonna be removing mine soon for my tranny cooler, anything that makes the job easier is always wanted lol.Originally Posted by lunablue
Thanks!Decided to just poke around, and I did remove the one fan, but left the clutch fan (?) in and just moved the shroud. Looks like all I have to do is drain (Once I find the petcock!) and take off the hoses. The top trans cooler line looks like it won't be a problem, but the lower one will probably be a PITA. I am going to pick up one of those tools at the parts store when I get the rad. and hope that makes things a little easier..
I can leave the condenser alone, right?
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My trans cooler lines have a "quick connect"...(I think most of them do) I heard they are hard to remove. There is a tool that they sell specifically for it that is supposed to make it easier....though from what I gather, a lot of people just cut it out and then use a hose and clamps instead...Originally Posted by Eagle564
A tool for removing trans lines? Im gonna be removing mine soon for my tranny cooler, anything that makes the job easier is always wanted lol.
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Ahhh ok thanks. Ill have to check out how mine are connected.Originally Posted by lunablue
My trans cooler lines have a "quick connect"...(I think most of them do) I heard they are hard to remove. There is a tool that they sell specifically for it that is supposed to make it easier....though from what I gather, a lot of people just cut it out and then use a hose and clamps instead...
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I didn't even cut mine off, i just moved the threaded coupling back from the flared end and shoved the hose over the flared end and popped a hose clamp on it. works great and i don't have to worry with those aggravating couplings. just what i did.
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oohh.... I like that idea...lol... Much easier.Originally Posted by bheath
I didn't even cut mine off, i just moved the threaded coupling back from the flared end and shoved the hose over the flared end and popped a hose clamp on it. works great and i don't have to worry with those aggravating couplings. just what i did.
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I have a 1999 XJ SE, with no stock fog lights. I am getting some after market ones soon, but can't decide between square or round.
Square: $36.99/ Pair
Round: $29.99/ individual light
I'm leaning for the square ones, but would like some input. Thanks.
Square: $36.99/ Pair
Round: $29.99/ individual light
I'm leaning for the square ones, but would like some input. Thanks.
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Square: $36.99/ Pair
Round: $29.99/ individual light
I'm leaning for the square ones, but would like some input. Thanks.
rectangleOriginally Posted by Critz2
I have a 1999 XJ SE, with no stock fog lights. I am getting some after market ones soon, but can't decide between square or round.Square: $36.99/ Pair
Round: $29.99/ individual light
I'm leaning for the square ones, but would like some input. Thanks.
