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Old 08-24-2012, 05:51 PM
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how can i bypass the vacuum actuator on the front axle? the diaphragm has gone bad and the front wont lock in now
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why not buy new one
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new ones are at the cheapest $115
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take the 4 11mm bolts off that holds it on.. you ll see a shifter fork in the acctuator, take the c clips out that hold it in place and flip it the other way, clog the air ports that you no longer need with some rubber line and zip ties
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saves wear and tear and gas pays for it self in long run
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thanks ill give it a try. and does that still allow me to unlock and lock the front axle?
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thanks ill give it a try. and does that still allow me to unlock and lock the front axle?
nope ...
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used and new ....http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_saca...herokee+vacuum
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so it will always be locked then right
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so it will always be locked then right
yep theres a cable kit but its costly also i paid 15 bucks for a good used one at the jy
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yep theres a cable kit but its costly also i paid 15 bucks for a good used one at the jy
alright i think i might go that route. thanks
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dont know what i did but your welcome
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dont know what i did but your welcome
go get one from the junk yard.
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oh good luck
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Moving the fork won't leave the jeep in 4wd the whole time right? You still need to engage the t-case? Would this be like locking the front?
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