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Old May 30, 2011 | 10:39 AM
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1. above a few posts i posted a picture of the engine and a broken part...anyone know what it is?
2. I am thinking about getting a Chiltons repair manual or something like it...anyone have a suggestion on a repair manual. My jeep runs, but i want to change a few things and have no experience.
Old May 30, 2011 | 11:04 AM
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Def get the repair manual for your year rig it comes in handy. As for the pic I don't have that specific setup and I don't wanna say the ccv cause the plug towards the front looks like it
Old May 30, 2011 | 12:38 PM
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Originally Posted by wildspear
93 Grand Cherokee, 4.0L I-6
PO changed the master cylinder but there still no brakes. Fluid was low so I topped it off. When power is off I have resistance at the pedal, when I start the rig pedal will go to the floor with no resistance and the brakes don't work.

What should I do first?
Did the fluid purge when the pedal plunged? From your description, it sounds like something's wide open (line, bleeder, caliper piston or wheel cylinder). I know that you know your way around a Jeep. Need I ask if you inspected each corner and the lines that lead to them? Where's the wet spot? How about doing a pump and bleed, after bench-bleeding the master (as-if you were just putting in a new one yourself)?
Old May 30, 2011 | 03:45 PM
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Originally Posted by Nperryman

Thanks. And no, I'm keeping the stock head unit will that affect anything?
Not really.. as long as it suits your needs. I always prefer the stock-look, to anything aftermarket. But, you get a lot more out of your speakers with the better crossovers and amplification from aftermarket heads. If you ever plan to add subs or anything, its pretty much a must.

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Old May 30, 2011 | 03:53 PM
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I have a 2000 xj 4.0l and I have to replace the power steering pump. Is there anything that I need to know before replacing it? I just need any pointers I can get. Thanks
Old May 30, 2011 | 04:34 PM
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Going to get new wheels....any suggestions? will be putting 31 or 32 inch tires on...going to buy those too so any suggestions on those as well?
Old May 30, 2011 | 04:40 PM
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Originally Posted by Kuro89
sounds like you lower control arms are too short
are they after market or stock, if stock they are too short



here are my lcrs
Old May 30, 2011 | 07:48 PM
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Aftermarket
Old May 30, 2011 | 07:49 PM
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I am 13894325% sure I need new leaf springs as I can barely seat two people in the rear seat and hit a bump with out rubbing.

But my question is, would you guys prefer to buy new leafs, or just throw more money at it and get a small lift (1.5-2") Which I was thinking about doing already. But the springs right now are for sure on my to do list.
Old May 30, 2011 | 07:57 PM
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do a three inch lift you will like it better
Old May 30, 2011 | 08:02 PM
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Originally Posted by freegdr
do a three inch lift you will like it better
Yea, I am still thinking about it, but isn't that the height at which I will have to start considering SYE, Transfer case drop, and new shocks?

But I'm checking out some of these prices, and these are ridiculous for such a small lift. This is also my first lift experience, so I am still not to sure what to be looking at. Think I should throw this question on the Lift and tire thread?
Old May 30, 2011 | 08:14 PM
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Originally Posted by xj guy

Yea, I am still thinking about it, but isn't that the height at which I will have to start considering SYE, Transfer case drop, and new shocks?

But I'm checking out some of these prices, and these are ridiculous for such a small lift. This is also my first lift experience, so I am still not to sure what to be looking at. Think I should throw this question on the Lift and tire thread?
Wont need sye til 5 ish and t drop at 4.5
Old May 30, 2011 | 08:15 PM
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Originally Posted by Customizer1000
Wont need sye til 5 ish and t drop at 4.5
I'd need new shocks and a tc drop though right?
Old May 30, 2011 | 08:16 PM
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Originally Posted by xj guy
Yea, I am still thinking about it, but isn't that the height at which I will have to start considering SYE, Transfer case drop, and new shocks?

But I'm checking out some of these prices, and these are ridiculous for such a small lift. This is also my first lift experience, so I am still not to sure what to be looking at. Think I should throw this question on the Lift and tire thread?
yes
Old May 30, 2011 | 08:16 PM
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Originally Posted by xj guy

I'd need new shocks and a tc drop though right?
At 3 I dont think so, ive never have used a 3, all mine have been 4.5 or bigger



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