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Newbie
Joined: Dec 2016
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From: Arizona
Year: 2000
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.6L I6
Pulled my front driveshaft for a rebuild. I made index marks at the transfer case side, but did not on the axle side. How screwed am I? How critical are the index marks? I'm trying to chase down a high frequency vibration at 60+ mph
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Joined: Jul 2013
Posts: 1,154
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Year: 2000
Model: Cherokee (XJ)
Engine: 4.0
That's a pretty typical price.
I recall seeing a car forum a few years ago that had a section where people could organize vehicle transportation with folks who were already planning to drive. Some of them daisy-chained a few legs to get across the country for a couple hundred dollars. I don't know which forum it was or if you'd be interested, but maybe someone here knows what I'm talking about?
I recall seeing a car forum a few years ago that had a section where people could organize vehicle transportation with folks who were already planning to drive. Some of them daisy-chained a few legs to get across the country for a couple hundred dollars. I don't know which forum it was or if you'd be interested, but maybe someone here knows what I'm talking about?
CF Veteran
Joined: Feb 2015
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From: North Carolina
Year: 1993
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
Originally Posted by adger
Pulled my front driveshaft for a rebuild. I made index marks at the transfer case side, but did not on the axle side. How screwed am I? How critical are the index marks? I'm trying to chase down a high frequency vibration at 60+ mph
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From: Frederick, MD from Cleveland, OH
Year: 1993 YJ Wrangler
Engine: 4.0 I6
You know the TC orientation, so you have a 50/50 shot now. If the DS is balanced, I don't think it will matter. If you do get vibes, spin the front axle yoke 180 degrees and reinstall.
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Joined: Oct 2016
Posts: 1,535
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From: CA
Year: 1994
Model: Cherokee (XJ)
As long as your driveshaft is balanced you're fine. Need more info on your setup, have you changed anything else? Did you not seat the the caps on the u-joints all the way?
Seasoned Member
Joined: Nov 2011
Posts: 291
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From: Snohomish County, WA
Year: 1989
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0L
I know NP242, I think Maint Req, and Security had a piece of tape over the inside..
Hey, Would you post a picture of your, or A Canadian one? plz :-)
No, I don't lick fish.
Joined: Mar 2011
Posts: 11,169
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From: Northern Kentucky
Year: 1999
Model: Cherokee (XJ)
Engine: 4.0
Anyone know much about these indicator panels?
- Are they different by years (I mean the pre ... '96 years)
- do they have different options / words
- I'm thinking about making 1 of the sections an indicator for exactly which gear I'm in - instead of the 1-2 3 D N R P on the console ( in addition to, and separate)
Maybe another indicator e.g. rear proximity, or headlights On
What you're looking at there is (from top left):
Parking brake / brake pedal max indicator
Security system (obvious)
Full Time / Part time was for systems with the NP 242 tc
Maint Reqd is linked to a maintenance interval timer.... take the bulb out. Dealerships don't even know how to make the light go out anymore.
Seatbelt warning lamp
Check Engine Light (self explanatory)
Low washer fluid
Shift up (manual trans only) - this is for optimal fuel economy and redline protection
ABS system needs work
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Joined: Feb 2012
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From: Southern Oregon
Year: 1990
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
I'm trying to figure out if piecing together a lift kit from metalcloak is cheaper then buying the full from them. The last thing I'm looking for is the bushings for the rear leafs, now I've been having a little trouble finding OME bushings.
Does anyone have suggestions on what bushings I should get aside from the OME?
Does anyone have suggestions on what bushings I should get aside from the OME?
CF Veteran
Joined: Oct 2013
Posts: 2,097
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From: Tarpon Springs, FL / Denver, CO
Year: '98
Engine: 4.0 I6
Just installed my ZJ disc brakes.
Question about the parking shoes - how much should they drag when I turn the rotor? It feels like there is a high-spot on one side, will that even out, or should I back off the star adjusters till there is zero drag?
Also, stupid question but ZJ wheel studs will use the same thread pitch as XJ lug nuts, correct? I tried to test thread one or two on but they wouldnt really bite. This was before I put the cross-pin in and my axles were pushing in and out so I didn't really try too hard. Hopefully I can use my current lug-nuts so I don't have to bike to Autozone
Question about the parking shoes - how much should they drag when I turn the rotor? It feels like there is a high-spot on one side, will that even out, or should I back off the star adjusters till there is zero drag?
Also, stupid question but ZJ wheel studs will use the same thread pitch as XJ lug nuts, correct? I tried to test thread one or two on but they wouldnt really bite. This was before I put the cross-pin in and my axles were pushing in and out so I didn't really try too hard. Hopefully I can use my current lug-nuts so I don't have to bike to Autozone
Herp Derp Jerp
Joined: Nov 2011
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From: Parham, ON
Year: 1999
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0L OBD-II
Also, stupid question but ZJ wheel studs will use the same thread pitch as XJ lug nuts, correct? I tried to test thread one or two on but they wouldnt really bite. This was before I put the cross-pin in and my axles were pushing in and out so I didn't really try too hard. Hopefully I can use my current lug-nuts so I don't have to bike to Autozone
Newbie
Joined: Dec 2016
Posts: 2
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From: Las Vegas NV 89145
Year: 2001
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0L I6
Hello new to this forum, I live in Las Vegas I just purchase a 2001 Cherokee Sport with head problems, I want to know what brand heads the members is using, I am planing to go with J$C new head, is this the best choice.
Thanks you all
Thanks you all
CF Veteran
Joined: Feb 2016
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From: Northern New Mexico
Year: 1999
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
CF Veteran
Joined: Feb 2016
Posts: 3,683
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From: Northern New Mexico
Year: 1999
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
thanks!