Worst wheeling trip.
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Worst wheeling trip.
So basically my buddy and I planned a wheeling trip yesterday and it went okay. Except for everything that my Jeep took. Here's a few problems:
So any ideas on my first problem with the 4WD? I think we'll figure something out about the fender. And about the overheating issue, I'm putting a hold on my bumper plans and investing in some engine mods to keep my engine cool. Sorry if this thread was worthless but I just needed to talk about stuff and get a plan drawn out. Pictures tomorrow, thanks.
- When I started to engage in 4WD, my Jeep would completely shut off.
- I flexed a little too hard on one side and my driver side fender is dented in and it interferes with opening my door.
- My engine got too hot (260F+). And the two wires connecting to the battery got completely fried. But we were able to rig it to make it home and do a little electrical taping to it. I still need to get to a mechanic though.
So any ideas on my first problem with the 4WD? I think we'll figure something out about the fender. And about the overheating issue, I'm putting a hold on my bumper plans and investing in some engine mods to keep my engine cool. Sorry if this thread was worthless but I just needed to talk about stuff and get a plan drawn out. Pictures tomorrow, thanks.
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sounds like you have a wire tangled up in your transfer case shift linkage and its being yanked out or shorted to ground by the linkage killing the engine.
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Yeah well I've taken my Jeep on stock trips and came with no damage, save for a few scratches. It seems like ever since I got lifted and added mud tires that I've gotten more damage.
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Armor = priceless.
The 4wd and engine stalling, sounds like a pinched wire. Dents in the fender, either trim it or bump-stop it.
Overheating ----- electric fans, bigger better radiator, zj fan clutch, vents, radiator flush...
poor mans manual fan = unplug the wire going to the A/C compressor and then turn on the A/C inside and the factory electric fan will run all the time.
Just Empty Every Pocket.
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