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Old Feb 28, 2011 | 03:21 PM
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Originally Posted by jusper88
Thanks, so to complete the swap, what parts (brakes) would I need?
I'd go with the wj booster and master cylinder swap. I had abs and that's what I switched to, works great. I'll find the write up for you.
Heres one: https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f51/wj...ade-how-13908/
And another: http://www.4x4wire.com/jeep/tech/bra...es03/index.htm
Both the same, one might be better understood than the other. Or use both in parallel to get the best. Good luck, Let me know if you run into amy problems.

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Old Feb 28, 2011 | 03:21 PM
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Originally Posted by Timmy
Thanks Dukie564. That's pretty much what I was thinking. I just wanted to make sure there wasn't something I was missing.
I just swaped my engine. the doner engine was from a standard trans so the Flex plate was totaly different ( the standard flex plate has many holes along the edhe where my flex plate (auto trans) only had a few.
Old Feb 28, 2011 | 03:40 PM
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Originally Posted by Uhrinator
I'd go with the wj booster and master cylinder swap. I had abs and that's what I switched to, works great. I'll find the write up for you.
Heres one: https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f51/wj...ade-how-13908/
And another: http://www.4x4wire.com/jeep/tech/bra...es03/index.htm
Both the same, one might be better understood than the other. Or use both in parallel to get the best. Good luck, Let me know if you run into amy problems.
That doesn't apply to his '97 XJ. He already has a power brake booster.

jusper88 you need 94-98 GRAND Cherokee Rear Disc Brakes (Calipers, Backing Plate, Soft lines, all the hardware) and the proportioning valve
Diff Fluid
Brake Fluid
RTV Sealant
Dremel with grinding stone

Here's a really good writeup: https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f51/re...-8-25-a-57807/
Old Feb 28, 2011 | 03:45 PM
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Okay. Used the search and found a common issue but not really a conclusion, and browsed through this thread a bit but Im not seeing an answer so I will ask, hopefully not again The vehicle: 1993 ZJ Limited, i6, stock. Got a tail lamp error the other day, went through the easy top of the list things but cant come down to what the problem is. Its the brake lights not working. Tail lights, revrs lights, and signal all working, just not the brake lights. Checked bulbs, they look good and good connection, and looked for fuses but im not finding one for tail or brake lights. Am I not seeing it? And also what on the switch bhind the pedal should I look for?

Thanx.
Old Feb 28, 2011 | 04:29 PM
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My replacement balljoints came w/a split seat (spanner?)... but my knuckles do not have them... what do i do?


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Old Feb 28, 2011 | 04:35 PM
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Originally Posted by dukie564
That doesn't apply to his '97 XJ. He already has a power brake booster.

jusper88 you need 94-98 GRAND Cherokee Rear Disc Brakes (Calipers, Backing Plate, Soft lines, all the hardware) and the proportioning valve
Diff Fluid
Brake Fluid
RTV Sealant
Dremel with grinding stone

Here's a really good writeup: https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f51/re...-8-25-a-57807/
Thanks for both of you all.
Old Feb 28, 2011 | 05:26 PM
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Originally Posted by LoveMy89Anya
would the hood from an '88 grand wagoneer fit on an 89 cherokee? otherwise, how does one go about drilling the holes in the cherokee hood to fit the grand wagoneers hood ornament?
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and furthermore, what are some of the reasons an 89 cherokee wouldnt start? its got gas, its got a good battery, and is cranking, but not starting. also, checked the distributor cap at a roommates request, and it appeared fine.
Old Feb 28, 2011 | 05:30 PM
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Originally Posted by LoveMy89Anya
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and furthermore, what are some of the reasons an 89 cherokee wouldnt start? its got gas, its got a good battery, and is cranking, but not starting. also, checked the distributor cap at a roommates request, and it appeared fine.
cps would be a check here look for brokrn or rotted wires contacting the engine ,also spark and fuel pressures shoulg be checked
Old Feb 28, 2011 | 05:37 PM
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Ok...so the jeep started making am unusual noise today..when I start it it starts the noise...at idle it is like a loud tic, tic, tic, tic....when I put it in drive it gets a lil quieter....but when I take off it gets faster and still tics as the rpm's go up...at cruising speed it doesn't do it...but as soon as I slow down it comes back until turned off....I would say its the loudest when started and idling....someone said the spark plugs could be loose and the compression through the gap could be the noise...and someone said the flexplate could be chipped or cracked...I have no idea..does anyone have a clue..also it sounds like its comin from underneath like right even with the wheels or towards the back of them somewhere....thanks
Old Feb 28, 2011 | 05:55 PM
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Originally Posted by freegdr
cps would be a check here look for brokrn or rotted wires contacting the engine ,also spark and fuel pressures shoulg be checked
how does one go about doing this?
Old Feb 28, 2011 | 07:49 PM
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The plastic tank in the front bumper do I need it if I don't have Ac? If I hook it up will the air inside blow out of all the vents? An where does it hook up?
Old Feb 28, 2011 | 08:31 PM
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Need some help...I have a 1991 XJ with 4.0L EFI and a 2001 XJ with 4.0L EFI of course. I have some issues with the 01 and think it may have the notorious 0331 head. However I need to drive it. Can I temporarily install the 1991 4.0 in my 2001 XJ while I have the other motor on the stand I need to check it out there's coolant in the oil pan!!! But I need to drive it with the 1991 motor if possible. Thanks in advance.
Old Feb 28, 2011 | 09:22 PM
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Originally Posted by Jeep95
The plastic tank in the front bumper do I need it if I don't have Ac? If I hook it up will the air inside blow out of all the vents? An where does it hook up?
your vaccum canister has alot of things it helps vent controls, trans, and front axle depending on how old ur rig is
Old Feb 28, 2011 | 09:28 PM
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Originally Posted by Sideways99
your vaccum canister has alot of things it helps vent controls, trans, and front axle depending on how old ur rig is
It's a 95. It hasn't been hooked up since I bought it that Ik of. I have it. Idk where it hooks up to or anything. The jeep still runs and drives great.
Old Feb 28, 2011 | 09:33 PM
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do your vents work do you care if they work would be a better question
just sayin they put them in for a reason



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