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New here, with some dumb questions.
So I'm gearing up for my first real vehicle purchase, and decided to get a Cherokee. I've learned so much these last few days perusing these articles. I'm gonna keep the craigslist searching going until the end of the month.
1.) Is there a comprehensive overview of all these suspension items everyone is tacking on to their vehicle?(e.g. shackles, long arms).
2.) Is there a mass produced kayak rack for the xj, if you know of one could you please send me a link?
3.) How many miles can i expect to put on one of these with reasonable maintenance? It seems like even the higher mile vehicles are still going for a hefty penny.
4.) Is there a reputable dealer specializing in jeeps within a 100 mile radius of Tampa, Fl that you know of?
Thanks for providing a wealth of information, i look forward to starting my build thread.
1.) Is there a comprehensive overview of all these suspension items everyone is tacking on to their vehicle?(e.g. shackles, long arms).
2.) Is there a mass produced kayak rack for the xj, if you know of one could you please send me a link?
3.) How many miles can i expect to put on one of these with reasonable maintenance? It seems like even the higher mile vehicles are still going for a hefty penny.
4.) Is there a reputable dealer specializing in jeeps within a 100 mile radius of Tampa, Fl that you know of?
Thanks for providing a wealth of information, i look forward to starting my build thread.
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So I'm gearing up for my first real vehicle purchase, and decided to get a Cherokee. I've learned so much these last few days perusing these articles. I'm gonna keep the craigslist searching going until the end of the month.
1.) Is there a comprehensive overview of all these suspension items everyone is tacking on to their vehicle?(e.g. shackles, long arms).
2.) Is there a mass produced kayak rack for the xj, if you know of one could you please send me a link?
3.) How many miles can i expect to put on one of these with reasonable maintenance? It seems like even the higher mile vehicles are still going for a hefty penny.
4.) Is there a reputable dealer specializing in jeeps within a 100 mile radius of Tampa, Fl that you know of?
Thanks for providing a wealth of information, i look forward to starting my build thread.
1.) Is there a comprehensive overview of all these suspension items everyone is tacking on to their vehicle?(e.g. shackles, long arms).
2.) Is there a mass produced kayak rack for the xj, if you know of one could you please send me a link?
3.) How many miles can i expect to put on one of these with reasonable maintenance? It seems like even the higher mile vehicles are still going for a hefty penny.
4.) Is there a reputable dealer specializing in jeeps within a 100 mile radius of Tampa, Fl that you know of?
Thanks for providing a wealth of information, i look forward to starting my build thread.
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Don't be afraid to buy from a private seller, they're a lot easier to size up than stealerships. I dealt with a few used car dealers when I bought mine and eventually stopped bothering to call them at all. As for the suspensions, there is a lift kit for every budget and set of needs. Rough Country and Rusty's Off Road are two very popular companies with good reputations to google. Good Luck and enjoy!
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Dealerships will screw you just as quick as a private seller will, sometimes worse. If you don't know alot try to find someone you trust to look at it. I would recommend a private seller, you can at least get a general idea of its history. One bit of advice is to check out the seller, do they look like someone who would abuse a vehicle or take care of it? I have found vehicles from older folks and women seem to be less on the abused side. When I was shopping for a project yj the only one I found that diddnt look ragged out was from.an older lady.
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I'd say this just about sums up my experience with Used Car Dealers.
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i think that emoticon is supposed to convey there is drama, and i'm gonna sit by and watch it... but i think it plays here, i enjoyed that video thoroughly.
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so i finally got my jeep, was looking for awhile.
i still have a question, what is this?
i checked and i don't see where it should connect, please help, the temp and oil pressure gauge also seem to be broken, and that's a bit scary for me, so if you could hints on where the sensors are located that'd be great. if it could be a fuse or other problem please help.
i still have a question, what is this?
i checked and i don't see where it should connect, please help, the temp and oil pressure gauge also seem to be broken, and that's a bit scary for me, so if you could hints on where the sensors are located that'd be great. if it could be a fuse or other problem please help.
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Sharp Jeep! ( I have no idea how to help you, but it's a bump...)
Check your fuse box first, I think that some of the gauges might be on one...
Check your fuse box first, I think that some of the gauges might be on one...