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Old Oct 10, 2011 | 09:16 AM
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Thanks. I'll look into a few things. Don't think the mechanic checked it out to well.
Old Oct 10, 2011 | 10:30 AM
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Originally Posted by Xj7054
Thanks. I'll look into a few things. Don't think the mechanic checked it out to well.
yea cause belts dont just come lose when they are seated properly and tight. Be safe and good luck
Old Oct 10, 2011 | 11:37 AM
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Originally Posted by LoveMy89Anya
how in the world does one reach the lower 4 intake/exhaust manifold bolts? i cant reach them...
Gear wrench is what most recommend.

Originally Posted by mnwildfan2k
Which wheels are these and what vehicle did they come off of? I presume they are stock 15s for something out there...
Ravine.
Old Oct 10, 2011 | 12:49 PM
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Originally Posted by sycoglitch

so it turns over but never starts on ya at all since she died? And all your electrics are work otherwise lights horns radio. Im thinking possibly the crankshaft position sensor and i beleieve if you search it through my sig link there are write ups about it. You can also check your engines main ground too as a cheap quickie
Sweet, thanks for the info! Now I've got something to go on. I'll check it out as soon as I get off work.
Old Oct 10, 2011 | 02:50 PM
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Originally Posted by jx2991
Sweet, thanks for the info! Now I've got something to go on. I'll check it out as soon as I get off work.
also since you have a 92 check you fuel filter under the driver side fender, i think thats its location on the older model, theres write ups on how to test to see if that works cause thatt will also cause you to not start.
Old Oct 10, 2011 | 03:46 PM
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I just finished removing the rear sway bar as it was messing up my new tires and was happy because now I could get this thing back on the road. Immediately afterwards I develop a pretty substantial coolant leak that I'm thinking is the water pump having a catastrophic failure. Thanks for any insight/tips you might have on how o handle this. I'm not made out of money either so if you know where I can order something on the cheap that would be fantastic! Here is a picture of what's going on:
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Old Oct 10, 2011 | 05:19 PM
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My gas gauge isn't reading correctly and it goes up and down, it will go all the way down to empty and will beep to let me know I'm low on gas and then it will go back up to a different number or level than what it was before. Ideas?
Old Oct 10, 2011 | 06:01 PM
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Originally Posted by Nperryman
My gas gauge isn't reading correctly and it goes up and down, it will go all the way down to empty and will beep to let me know I'm low on gas and then it will go back up to a different number or level than what it was before. Ideas?
Probably the sensor giving a false reading, I don't know from experience so I can't say for sure
Old Oct 10, 2011 | 06:25 PM
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Probably the sensor giving a false reading, I don't know from experience so I can't say for sure
Is that an easy fix?
Old Oct 10, 2011 | 06:33 PM
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whats the best way to mount an electric fan
Old Oct 10, 2011 | 06:49 PM
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Originally Posted by LITTLE O
whats the best way to mount an electric fan
duct tape
Old Oct 10, 2011 | 06:50 PM
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If I wanna drain my brake fluid to put new fluid in and also get any air out, do I do it through the bleeder valves. Also do I drain it out all 4 bleeder valves or just one. I know the getting air out part
Old Oct 10, 2011 | 07:03 PM
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If I wanna drain my brake fluid to put new fluid in and also get any air out, do I do it through the bleeder valves. Also do I drain it out all 4 bleeder valves or just one. I know the getting air out part
All the lines need to be emptied.
Old Oct 10, 2011 | 07:05 PM
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Originally Posted by Outlaw Star

All the lines need to be emptied.
Alright so go to each bleeder valve and drain then close then bleed air after

Edit well drain fill then bleed for air lol
Old Oct 10, 2011 | 08:12 PM
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I have a '96 XJ that with a blown engine... can I swap it for a 2001 and if so what would it take? Thank you in advance for any assistance you have to offer.



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