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Old Jun 5, 2014 | 09:22 PM
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lets say i have a light bar and 4 lights on it. Is it possible to wire in a flasher to make only 2 lights come on, then go out, then the other two come on and go out? sorta like a light bar directional? Also would it be possible to have this feature activated by one switch, while at the same time having them on another switch for normal operation?(all on)
Old Jun 5, 2014 | 09:36 PM
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Originally Posted by Dirt Diver
I stand corrected. I'm considering the electrical tape over the check engine light mod. I keep getting the, "Blue's check engine light is still on and I don't think it's gunna fix itself!" attitude from the gf. Anyone got a fix for that? I'm leaning towards the duct tape over her mouth mod as well!!!
I did that mod to the CEL. Don't have a write-up for it though.lol The CEL is triggered by e-fan override switch.
As for the GF, tape is a better choice than a ring.
Old Jun 5, 2014 | 10:00 PM
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I need new tires for my 94 Sport but am strapped for cash. I was told that I need 215 75 15. I can purchase a very slightly used set of 215 70 15 tires at a huge discount. I think this will lower my truck by 1/2 - 1". I was also researched that they might hold less weight. Is there anything else I should be concerned about? Are these two things worth worrying about if they fall within my budget? Any insight would certainly be appreciated.


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Old Jun 5, 2014 | 10:03 PM
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Originally Posted by byekryam
I need new tires for my 94 Sport but am strapped for cash. I was told that I need 215 75 15. I can purchase a very slightly used set of 215 70 15 tires at a huge discount. I think this will lower my truck by 1/2 - 1". I was also researched that they might hold less weight. Is there anything else I should be concerned about? Are these two things worth worrying about if they fall within my budget? Any insight would certainly be appreciated.

Thanks,
Woody
Just get the Walmart wranglers 235/75/15. They are about $75 a piece
Old Jun 5, 2014 | 10:08 PM
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I unfortunately don't have the 75.00 per tire right now. I wish I did.....
Old Jun 5, 2014 | 10:33 PM
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215/70R15s are likely passenger car tires (P215/70R15), I would not put them on an XJ. You are right they are a fair bit smaller than what is supposed to be on there. I would go with LT225/75R15 as that's what you're supposed to run.

Hit up the regional and for sale ads here for someone getting rid of their stock size rubber. Or Craigslist.
Old Jun 5, 2014 | 10:37 PM
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Originally Posted by Dirt Diver
Need a new leak detection pump. Stealer wanted $152. Found it on Mopar parts overstock for $137 shipped. Anyone know a cheaper site before I place the order? Everything keeps popping up for the grand cherokee...
Yard of the junk?

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What's this for? On 2001 xj sport

Next to steering wheel above headlight switch. It keep blinking red constantly and stop blinking when I turn on the dome light?
Oh ho ho ho ho THAT EVIL ****ER!!

As far as I can tell that's a dealer-installed pretend security system. Rip out the driver's knee panel and see if you find one of these pieces of ****: https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f2/man...horted-154276/
Old Jun 5, 2014 | 11:05 PM
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So i've had death wobble.I put used tires on, is that it ?I got an alignment about a month ago and they didn't say i needed anything and still have it.Before i got my alignment I replaced front u Joint.Now today it shook worse than ever on highway,it scared the poop out of me..!It seemed like it was worse when i was turning..Then later today it only barely wobbled.What should i check?
Old Jun 5, 2014 | 11:06 PM
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Oh yeah herp,Derp,Jerp..
Old Jun 5, 2014 | 11:06 PM
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Were the tires balanced?

Originally Posted by zeecherokeeman
Oh yeah herp,Derp,Jerp..
lmao are you watching me
Old Jun 5, 2014 | 11:10 PM
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yes...but before i put them on it was fine.I had new 31''s.I put 235s back on to save gas
Old Jun 5, 2014 | 11:14 PM
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no im not watching you..I just seen you on here before and thats funny
Old Jun 5, 2014 | 11:32 PM
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Originally Posted by salad
Yard of the junk
The ones here are just that...several acres of rotting rust buckets. There are many Cherokees there but gutted, none have hoods, and those open compartments have seen years of New England winters. All I've been able to get in the last 19 months were a few center console latches. And I go several times a week to see if they've gotten anything new XJ and TJ wise. Somehow I'm always a day late and they're completely raped by other scavengers...
Old Jun 5, 2014 | 11:47 PM
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Before considering these tires I did look them up and they are rated for mini-vans and crossover vehicles. There are some similarities to these vehicles and the Cherokee. I understand it's not exactly a Cherokee, but I'm also not using mine for off road and heavy weight, but as a commuter vehicle.


I'm just curious if I can get by in the interim till I become a little more financially stable.


I have been searching junk yards and craig's list. A lot of time involved chasing down old, dry rotted, etc tires which people advertise as "really good".


If anyone on here is in the northern NJ area and taking off used tires in change for bigger bulkier tires, I'm all ears


Wood
Old Jun 6, 2014 | 05:14 AM
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Originally Posted by ITTs_Cole
lets say i have a light bar and 4 lights on it. Is it possible to wire in a flasher to make only 2 lights come on, then go out, then the other two come on and go out? sorta like a light bar directional? Also would it be possible to have this feature activated by one switch, while at the same time having them on another switch for normal operation?(all on)
Sure is, just have to have the right relays and what is called a "wig-wag" relay. Most school buses use them, all emergency vehicles have them. Its just a matter of getting them wired right.



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