Kevin Miller

my first car was a 79 Nova and it went the same way as your Cherokee. It's a pretty cheap fix but boy is it time consuming for something you want to be driving. I'm glad to see you're getting it back together soon. Make sure you hone those cylinders though, and maybe new Rings while you're in there. I know it's a couple more bucks but you don't want to get back in there again.

firebane

Time is of the essence so for now rings/hone is on hold. I will do a compression test after rebuild and if I have to I will.

firebane

Started officially getting work done but also using it as a means to create some videos. I am not posting this as a means to get views but if you feel the need to leave feedback feel free.

firebane

More work done

firebane

More repairs done to the Jeep... can almost hear this thing running in my dreams.

Kevin Miller

Good videos

firebane

Thanks. I'm trying to keep them short but still ensure that there is an education aspect. The last video I did opened up my eyes about some difficulties with the intake swap that people don't always make apparent.

firebane

Work continues and this time... fixing the leaky exhaust manifold!

Working on a cracked and leaky exhaust manifold and prepare to weld and close it up!

firebane

So quick question that maybe someone can answer.

I am going to replace them again but has anyone run into an issue after installing freeze plugs that they weep? All 4 I did weeped so I pulled them and getting a different brand to try.

I was also thinking of use sealant this time but if the weeps are normal I will leave it.

Kevin Miller

Weeping isn't normal, and you shouldn't need sealant. They should be a real nice press fit. Make sure you clean the block of all rust and debris with some sandpaper/steel wool/scotch brite pads, and tap them in with a socket that fits really snug inside the freeze plug. Or use a socket or seal driver that just covers the whole freeze plug.... you want to eliminate any warping/denting/scratching during the install process.

firebane

Yeah I did all that I'll go even further to ensure cleanliness. I remember when they were going in I was seeing brass shavings come off.

5-Speed

I normally use red loctite on them. Fills in all the small gaps that could cause a weep. Not a lot either, just enough to put a light layer on them.

firebane

I was going to toss a small amount of permatex #2 on them. I don't want to do this a 3rd time... too much downtime lol

JeepingDan

I've used Dorman with no issues ever. You seem pretty thorough so I don't have to explain much.
I use loctite or indian head.

5-Speed

I dont like that stuff. When it finally dries, it ends up cracking. Pretty much any anaerobic type sealer will do the same. Just my opinion though.