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Old Feb 13, 2018 | 10:19 PM
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Originally Posted by 5-Speed
Pretty sure its a China special. What I am curious about is the main flange. It looks thicker then the factory one. Not going to be able to get the intake manifold tight if it is...
Looks about the same thickness as my aftermarket header - which was the same thickness as OE (I checked 'cause I originally thought the same thing).

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Old Feb 14, 2018 | 12:32 AM
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Got some more lights working tonight. Shifter light and check engine light are back in business. Just needed new bulbs. I got my front right running light working for about a day and then it stopped working. Pretty sure the union thats plugs into the light is bad. Dont get any continuity on one of the ground post. One thing at a time.




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Old Feb 14, 2018 | 03:46 PM
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Well, I didn't do, having it done.. :-( The Cherokee is down in Ecuador and has to be taken care off.

1. Power steering leak turned out to be pressure hose, they had to rebuild. Replacement runs there $136 (OEM), they rebuilt mine for $25 (use the same end fittings).
2. Radiator had several leaks, probably original (99), replacement needed, $183 there...

+ labor, coolant, power steering fluid, etc... If I was there I would have done all myself, but.. :-(
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Old Feb 14, 2018 | 06:00 PM
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Got the new Jeep ready for the snow, shovel, extra blanket, gloves and water to go.
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Old Feb 14, 2018 | 11:42 PM
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At least y'all got some snow to play in. We didn't get enough this winter to even need 4X. Should have bought street treads instead the ATW3's I reckon. LOL
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Old Feb 15, 2018 | 09:11 AM
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I have a 1995 Cherokee Country with power windows. Does anyone know if the window switches were lit or if there is a way to retrofit some that do. Just tired of fumbling for the right switch when it’s dark.
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Old Feb 15, 2018 | 10:09 AM
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Finally got my Cherokee out in the snow. Found it's weakness, needs at least a rear locker of some type.
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Old Feb 15, 2018 | 10:43 AM
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Got the radio working again, found out my amp is in "protective mode" for some reason, changed the oil pressure sensor that I believe may be the culprit to the oil spray i've been getting in that area (already replaced the oil filter o rings and the distributor gasket), and bought this bad momma jomba https://www.harborfreight.com/14-in-...saw-62459.html. Time to get serious
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Old Feb 15, 2018 | 11:21 AM
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Originally Posted by unidentifiedbomb
Got the radio working again, found out my amp is in "protective mode" for some reason
It either overheated or shorted out
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Old Feb 15, 2018 | 05:34 PM
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Originally Posted by NewKindOfClown
It either overheated or shorted out
Thinking shorted, it's 7-8 years old and never had an issue before. Fuses are good and inside is clean.
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Old Feb 15, 2018 | 10:36 PM
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Originally Posted by JeepWoman
Finally got my Cherokee out in the snow. Found it's weakness, needs at least a rear locker of some type.
you should've been fine with 4x4 locked in.
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Old Feb 16, 2018 | 03:46 AM
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Haven't had a Cherokee for prob 8 years, but I still get the daily email update on this thread, great forum guys , if my job moved I would buy my 4.0 back in a heartbeat great car .
anyways ! I did order some Cherokee headlights !!!! As they will fit my second car perfectly - 1988 Pontiac Firebird
Happy driving guys .
Remember , rubber side down !
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Old Feb 16, 2018 | 06:52 AM
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Originally Posted by travelinman52
I have a 1995 Cherokee Country with power windows. Does anyone know if the window switches were lit or if there is a way to retrofit some that do. Just tired of fumbling for the right switch when it’s dark.
Window switches were never lit. I've owned a 92 and now own a 96. The switch plate is solid except for the switch openings. To my knowledge there are no aftermarket solutions. The 97+ models may have had lighted switches, I don't know. The 97+ door panels might mount to the doors but the wiring would be the real issue if they do light up.
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Old Feb 16, 2018 | 06:56 AM
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Originally Posted by redmuck
you should've been fine with 4x4 locked in.
i was let down the first time i put a JEEP in the snow. You quickly learn there are some things you can't do. Good tires and lockers really help but dragging axles always gets me so I've since stopped playing in snow
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Old Feb 16, 2018 | 08:26 AM
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Originally Posted by redmuck
you should've been fine with 4x4 locked in.
Was in 4 low and had the transmission in 2nd. Tires aired down to 11, and just spun on the ice once I lost traction.
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