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Old Jul 23, 2011 | 09:45 AM
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Originally Posted by BobIsAwesome
Well, I don't know what to do then. I just went for a short drive and it started overheating. I am running on just water right now, could that be it?
In addition to not freezing anti-freeze keeps water from boiling until like 275 degrees!
So I would make a 50/50 mix. Next you need to check your fan clutch. Then you need to check your water pump.
Old Jul 23, 2011 | 09:54 AM
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Originally Posted by BobIsAwesome
Well, I don't know what to do then. I just went for a short drive and it started overheating. I am running on just water right now, could that be it?
96xj said it perfectly. Water alone is a good temp fix if your out on the road without coolant but itll evap fast and not cool well especially in this heat. Anti-freeze(coolant) ftw. Drain all the water refill accordingly and run her for a bit. If she still overheateing above 210-215 then go further into it
Old Jul 23, 2011 | 10:01 AM
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Originally Posted by sycoglitch
96xj said it perfectly. Water alone is a good temp fix if your out on the road without coolant but itll evap fast and not cool well especially in this heat. Anti-freeze(coolant) ftw. Drain all the water refill accordingly and run her for a bit. If she still overheateing above 210-215 then go further into it
That's the plan, 50/50 distilled and coolant when I'm done flushing the system. So no more screwing around with the thermostat, whew. Thanks guys, you've saved my day.
Old Jul 23, 2011 | 10:31 AM
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Originally Posted by BobIsAwesome
That's the plan, 50/50 distilled and coolant when I'm done flushing the system. So no more screwing around with the thermostat, whew. Thanks guys, you've saved my day.
No problem. That's what were here for. We're all in this together @ CF! Keep us posted.
Old Jul 23, 2011 | 10:41 AM
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Sorry, I'm confused. When people suggest tearing out the carpet to find, repair and prevent rust, is the carpet returned? Or is the carpet tossed and the interior sealed like a truck bed?

If the carpet is recommended to be returned, why? If the interior is to be sealed like a truck bed, is por 15 all I need?

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Old Jul 23, 2011 | 12:19 PM
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Sorry, I'm confused. When people suggest tearing out the carpet to find, repair and prevent rust, is the carpet returned? Or is the carpet tossed and the interior sealed like a truck bed?

If the carpet is recommended to be returned, why? If the interior is to be sealed like a truck bed, is por 15 all I need?

Thanks.
You can either replace it, bedline it, that's up to you. A lot of ppl bedline to prevent rust and such when they go trailing and it's easier to clean if it gets muddy
Old Jul 23, 2011 | 01:44 PM
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Does anybody know how to adjust the linkage to the transfer case. Mine is off a bit and needs adjusting. Rather do it myself if I could.
Old Jul 23, 2011 | 02:05 PM
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Does anybody know how to adjust the linkage to the transfer case. Mine is off a bit and needs adjusting. Rather do it myself if I could.
use the search button on my sig. Theres write up. You have to get under rig and manually adjust it at the TC
Old Jul 23, 2011 | 02:26 PM
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Originally Posted by sycoglitch

use the search button on my sig. Theres write up. You have to get under rig and manually adjust it at the TC
The lights on the dash don't match when I put in 4hi or part time or 4lo. Is the linkage off??
Old Jul 23, 2011 | 03:32 PM
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The lights on the dash don't match when I put in 4hi or part time or 4lo. Is the linkage off??
the lightbulb could be out or the wire could be loose on top the TC. If you feel theTC engaging i wouldnt worry to much bout it if you want it you might have to replace bulb
Old Jul 23, 2011 | 03:38 PM
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The lights coming on. But the linkage doesn't feel like it's getting into gear. The light doesn't match with what gear it's in.
Old Jul 23, 2011 | 05:44 PM
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So I need a new drag link end. But the problem is I cant find anything. I searched for a tie rod end and nothing is similar. So my question is what do I search? Thanks. Also it's the right side one needs replaced that attaches straight to the knuckle.
Old Jul 23, 2011 | 05:53 PM
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The lights coming on. But the linkage doesn't feel like it's getting into gear. The light doesn't match with what gear it's in.
try this. It might be the golden rule of no no but next time you shift take a couple of semi tight turns if she hops or you hear the 4wd you ok. But if you turnin in 4wd and you aint hopping yea the linkage is off.
Old Jul 23, 2011 | 05:53 PM
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Ok so I've heard that JK rear UCA can be used as LCA for my XJ so my question is would it work on mine with a 3.5 inch lift and would it be a bolt on job or would some modifications have to be made

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Old Jul 23, 2011 | 06:10 PM
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i have a problem my 96 cherokee starts up and runs then all of a sudden dies something stops the power from from going to the coil what would cause that and some tips on fixing it pleace it my first jeep and first tuck i really want to get it fixed



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