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Top driver's side bolt is not budging as well as the middle and top passenger side bolts. They are currently soaking in PB blaster. My hands hurt.
I am installing mine on Friday
Are you installing inside or out of the vehicle? I am too lazy to pull the t-case so I am going to attempt it inside the vehicle.
Although I do have an impact I almost never use. Will probably bust it out to get the front yoke off and separate the t-case bolts. Really hoping I don't snap any though - I better start hitting it with the PB Blaster tomorrow!
Are you installing inside or out of the vehicle? I am too lazy to pull the t-case so I am going to attempt it inside the vehicle.
Although I do have an impact I almost never use. Will probably bust it out to get the front yoke off and separate the t-case bolts. Really hoping I don't snap any though - I better start hitting it with the PB Blaster tomorrow!
Just got it out tonight. definitely a bear to get out, but now that its out im glad i did it
Friday I helped a friend replace the CV axles in his ZJ, then proceeded to work some more on the little project I'm working on on my front bumper... but I ran out of steam. By the time he left, I had already been up for 26 hours.
Are you installing inside or out of the vehicle? I am too lazy to pull the t-case so I am going to attempt it inside the vehicle.
Although I do have an impact I almost never use. Will probably bust it out to get the front yoke off and separate the t-case bolts. Really hoping I don't snap any though - I better start hitting it with the PB Blaster tomorrow!
I've done both in and out of the jeep. Pros and cons to each. When I did it in the jeep I had a 1" transfercase drop which helped get to the top bolts. It's a lot more arm and neck workout trying to do it on your back than to pull it, but it isn't the lightest thing to pull and put back in, but I've done it 3 times now.
did a front end alignment, could only get the front and rear of the tires with different measurements. looked good to the eye with the front inward slightly, then tightened it up. then straightened up the steering wheel, which was easy, until I looked at the tires again from the rear, and the driver side turned in, but the passenger side was straight. ill mess with it again tomorrow.
Brought home my new XJ. Named it "FREE RIDE" seeing as how it was free. All went well until I got off the hwy and came to a stop. Apparently somewhere between a and b all but one of my 6 straps broke. My xj rear ended my zj. At 230 am...... just freaking lovely.
Anyway. The goal for free ride is to repair or replace the engine and make it my stocker jeep to build the green gremlin.
Also got 4 stock wheels and tires($40), a set of 4.5" re lift springs($40), and a warn winch control set up($50).
did a front end alignment, could only get the front and rear of the tires with different measurements. looked good to the eye with the front inward slightly, then tightened it up. then straightened up the steering wheel, which was easy, until I looked at the tires again from the rear, and the driver side turned in, but the passenger side was straight. ill mess with it again tomorrow.
Adjusting caster changes toe setting. Set toe after caster. Can use a telescoping painters stick to make it easier. Set it between carcass of tires at hub height (avoid any raised lettering). Then measure gap at rear.
If you want to use your eyeball, try the 'stringing' method http://go.jeep-xj.info/HowtoAlignment.htm
Brought home my new XJ. Named it "FREE RIDE" seeing as how it was free. All went well until I got off the hwy and came to a stop. Apparently somewhere between a and b all but one of my 6 straps broke. My xj rear ended my zj. At 230 am...... just freaking lovely.
Anyway. The goal for free ride is to repair or replace the engine and make it my stocker jeep to build the green gremlin.
Also got 4 stock wheels and tires($40), a set of 4.5" re lift springs($40), and a warn winch control set up($50).
That's probably the worst way to tie down a vehicle, the wheels are sharp metal and when it rolls back and forth a bit it'll saw through the strap. You should have loops around the axle tubes. Luckily you didn't lose it off the back and roll it into another car. Glad you made it back safe though without any more incidents.
That's probably the worst way to tie down a vehicle, the wheels are sharp metal and when it rolls back and forth a bit it'll saw through the strap. You should have loops around the axle tubes. Luckily you didn't lose it off the back and roll it into another car. Glad you made it back safe though without any more incidents.
Ive hauled vehicles and tractors and all sorts of crap tied like that, but I didnt think about the fact that the steel wheels do have that edge. It was 11pm when we got it loaded and we wanted to get home... live and learn. Like you said, at least it rolled into my jeep and I made it home. Though I doubt my fiance is ever going to let me live this one down. she was not happy to have to come help me at 230AM.....
Nice squeal coming from, what I am guessing, is my blower motor. Figure pull off the cover under the dash to see if there is any debris there. Check the engine compartment side too I guess. Anybody partial to any brand if it comes down to that. Can pick up a 4 Seasons at Napa for about $66 but they also sell a Maxzone that cost about $95. Listed like this: OEM # 4886150AA Maxzone Product. Or just break down and buy a mopar one? Gotta check with my dealership but online looks like one can be had for $120 with shipping.
Adjusting caster changes toe setting. Set toe after caster. Can use a telescoping painters stick to make it easier. Set it between carcass of tires at hub height (avoid any raised lettering). Then measure gap at rear.
If you want to use your eyeball, try the 'stringing' method http://go.jeep-xj.info/HowtoAlignment.htm
04-24-2017, 10:52 PM
Glad you made it back safe though without any more incidents.
