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Old Mar 31, 2015 | 07:58 PM
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Originally Posted by XJ Rookie
Ive heard the ujoints in the knuckle make that noise. Jack up that wheel and check for play or broken caps on that u joint.
But does the U joint also make the motor feel like it's dragging/held back? I've taken the tire off to check and checked from the wheel hub to the drive shaft but haven't been able to notice any wear.
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So I'm doing the header 2mro, what are the torq specs on those bolts? Also what are the general dos and donts of this project? Any tips etc, would be appreciated....
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Originally Posted by ITTs_Cole
So I'm doing the header 2mro, what are the torq specs on those bolts? Also what are the general dos and donts of this project? Any tips etc, would be appreciated....
Make sure the intake manifold is fully seated on the head dowels. Don't assume!!

If the fit is too tight, you're gonna do some intake filing. Pic attached.

Tighten the bolts in a clockwise circular pattern from the middle out to the ends.
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Originally Posted by ITTs_Cole
So I'm doing the header 2mro, what are the torq specs on those bolts? Also what are the general dos and donts of this project? Any tips etc, would be appreciated....
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How many ft/in pounds?
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Originally Posted by ITTs_Cole
How many ft/in pounds?
Bolts 1-6=24lbs
6-7=23lbs
8-11=24lbs

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Lastly.... Rtv? I have a gasket with paperish material on top of metal
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I googled it couple years ago then saved it.
Old Mar 31, 2015 | 09:15 PM
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Originally Posted by ehall
Yes that's normal. Both ends of the front driveshaft are fixed (bolted to yokes) so the whole shaft expands and contracts as things move around. You should hit it with some grease to help it move.


Will do man. Thanks for the input.
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i need front coil springs for a 1994 xj with the 2.5L amc 4 cylinder. Most of what i've found are lift springs or OE's for the 4.0 ... is there a major difference in the spring tinsel for the 4.0 vs the 2.5 or are they the same? The springs in her have 300K plus miles and only measure 11-12" installed. The new OE springs are 15" installed. Have the old ones really collapsed that much? Any insight into the front coil springs for a mid 90's 2.5 greatly appreciated.
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Lastly.... Rtv? I have a gasket with paperish material on top of metal
No!!

And, how are you gonna torque them? Can you compensate for the length of extensions you must use that will alter the torque readings?
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No!!

And, how are you gonna torque them? Can you compensate for the length of extensions you must use that will alter the torque readings?
Err...umm. no idea
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Correction. With my hand at 6" and with a 6" extension, I need to dial my torque wrench to 12ftlbs. Did I get that right?
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Correction. With my hand at 6" and with a 6" extension, I need to dial my torque wrench to 12ftlbs. Did I get that right?
I have no idea......

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