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Technical Advice and Questions / Re: floor jack - TJ

« on: April 16, 2008, 01:40:43 pm »

 
  I have on my '96 XJ and '02 WJ and the previously owned '94 ZJ, '93 Ford Explorer, '85 S-10 Blazer, '78 K-5 Blazer, '74 (I think) International Scout, '62 Belair, '59 Olds etc., etc....

   But I figure if you've got to ask , then you should have some "experienced" help around when you work on it. Placement is important (making sure the Jack doesn't slip off "Jacking Point") along with Jack Stands (appropriate for the weight of vehicle) and, of course, common sense. If you're working under the vehicle while the one or more tires are off, Jack up one side at a time and use Jack Stands BEFORE crawling under!

NEVER WORK UNDER A VEHICLE WITH JUST A JACK HOLDING IT UP!!!!!!!

   Front Jacking Point; "I" place the Jack under the LCA Skid plate (or near by) and Jack up one side at a time and use a Jack Stand. For adjusting the Toe-In, I've placed a Jack under the outside "edge" of the center housing, where the Axle Tube inserts into it, but only lifted it enough to take the pressure off the tires so I could make my adjustments.

   Be carefull.

   Tattoo

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Technical Advice and Questions / Re: Another problem with my XJ

« on: April 14, 2008, 02:44:33 pm »

   My only problem is figuring out whether I want the Y-Link set-up $$ or just the Belly Pan. Check out this HD X-Member.  http://www.gotreks.com/page.asp?pageid=173

   Tattoo

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Technical Advice and Questions / Re: Blowing a fuse

« on: April 09, 2008, 08:25:32 am »

   Ricky,

   Also try posting here... http://www.naxja.org/ between these 2 sites there's bound to be someone to help ya.

   Sorry, I can't help.

   Tattoo

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Technical Advice and Questions / Re: AIRAID Cold Air Dam Intake

« on: April 06, 2008, 02:03:21 pm »

   I have a AFE cold air intake installed on my XJ. I like it. It seemed to give me the most power "felt" of all the improvements I've made. For mine, a 4.0L, it sounds like it has a 4 Barrel Carb when you jump on it. Increased gas milage? Don't know, but it does seem like I don't have to press down on the accelerator as much as I use to. BUT... the reviews on these "types" of intake systems seems to be negative on the "filtration" part. My Cone filter seems to dry out really fast so I clean/oil mine more often. That's the reason you see the extreme duty cover on mine. If your system doesn't come with one, buy one!

   If you decide to buy one, then make sure that there's a divider to separate the intake from the engine compartment. If you get one that has only the Cone Filter, and hose, then you'll just be sucking in HOT air and you'll lose the "cold air" effect. When I'm sitting still, my set-up will still draw in some hot air, but when I'll moving I'm getting cooler air coming in from grill.

   You can always check out the numerous "Jeep" forums on the web to see what others think. IMHO I think it was worth the money I paid (about $160), but I always try NOT to buy retail, so check around to get the best price.

   Tattoo

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Technical Advice and Questions / Re: Rockcrusher Diffs ?

« on: April 04, 2008, 02:40:32 pm »

 
  Hey Clinton,

    Pull one of the top bolts off the current cover, measure the new cover to find out how much thicker/deeper the flange is (from the old one) and go to the hardware store. Simple as that...

   Tattoo

   PS: I painted my new covers black, then bought Grade 8 bolts (cause they're a yellowish/Zinc color), made them stand out.

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Technical Advice and Questions / Re: lockright locker question

« on: March 12, 2008, 03:30:28 pm »

 
   It seems to me it's usually the other way around. A Locker in the back and the TruTrac in the front makes for better "all-around" driving. Running a Locker in the front is good, (like Rick said, you'll be amazed!!) but if you plan on driving it on the highway a set of Lock-Out hubs would make it a nicer ride.

   For a Trail Rig (with Rock climbing in mind) beefier Diffs, i.e., Dana 44's would be a something to think about for the future. Also, depending on what size tires you plan on running, Lower Gears will take the strain off the engine/Tranny. Of course this also ADDS stress to the axles, etc...  That's why I added that link to give ya some idea of the progression this takes once ya start changing things. As "I" said before, I'm NOT trying to talk ya out of this, just adding my opinion. That's why it's better to take you time and consider all the options, and configurations, before spending the $$$

   Good Luck with the Jeep and there will always be lots of fellow Jeepers here to help ya.

   BE SAFE in the Sandbox (one Combat Vet to another). Make U.S. proud!

   Tattoo


   You'll NEVER know what your Limit is, 'til you pass it

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Technical Advice and Questions / Re: lockright locker question

« on: March 11, 2008, 09:11:52 pm »

   Is this vehicle a trail rig "Only" or a DD? Which axle is this going in?  IMHO... you are better off, if it's going in your DD, with a Limited Slip unit. Like everything else "we" do to our Jeeps, once you change ONE thing, it effects lots of other systems/components. You must always remember that. Stock axles are NOT made to handle the kind of stress that a Locker can exert .

   With that said... here's some info for you to read  http://www.4wd.com/promotions/2008-02/drivetrain-advisor.aspx?utm_source=4WD_02_08_08&utm_medium=email

   I'm NOT anti-Locker, even though it might seem that way. I wanted Lockers in my XJ in the worst way, but Tray, at Hoaks 4 Wheel Drive, talked me out of it and I'm eternally gratefull he did. He suggested, and I, in turn had them install, Auburn's High Performance LS in the back ( http://www.auburngear.com/aftermarket/products/differentials/ )and Detroit's TruTrac ( http://www.eaton.com/EatonCom/ProductsServices/PerformanceProducts/Products/Differentials/DetroitTruetrac/index.htm ) in the front and I'm really happy with these units as my XJ is my Trail Rig and DD. I would prefer to also have an Auburn LS unit in the front , but would have to install a set of Lock-Outs (around $1000 ), because the Auburn is a High Bias unit and I don't feel like fighting the steering (and wearing out the tires) everytime I turned a corner.

   As I said before... just my opinion. Do some research and thing about what the end product (your Jeep) will be. Try and spend the money ONCE.

    Tattoo

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Technical Advice and Questions / Re: Rear axle swap

« on: February 05, 2008, 03:25:06 pm »

   It'll just be $3K worth of gas


   Tattoo

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Technical Advice and Questions / Re: Rear axle swap

« on: February 04, 2008, 07:45:01 pm »

   Here ya go...  http://www.pajeeps.org/forum/index.php?topic=1595.new#new  Just what the Doctor, are you a Doc ordered!

   Tattoo

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Technical Advice and Questions / Re: CB Help

« on: January 25, 2008, 03:17:56 pm »

Do you want this old one since you into playing with them.   

   Thanks for the offer, but I don't "play" with them anymore, just use them.

   Yea, the unit that Mike had did a good job. I've also seen them on eBay for $92 and change, total.

   Good luck, Tattoo

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Technical Advice and Questions / Re: CB Help

« on: January 23, 2008, 08:33:39 pm »

   Benny,  Is this a 40 ch or 23? Everyone runs ch 34 while driving up to R/C and trail riding. Does it have a PA switch? If so, plug in an external speaker, 2.5mm plug I think and see if you get any voice transmission. Some models of CB's won't work if the Mike isn't plugged in (wire broken) or inoperable. Is it a "power" Mike? Does it have a door on the back for a battery? Power Mikes usually have a red light on the front that lights up when TXing.

   Now the BAD news , if the antenna/connection is bad, grounded out or gound wire broken, you, or someone else, could have burned up the Final. A long time ago when I first got into CB's (and thought about getting into Amateur Radio) many people made the mistake of turning on the set and Keying it up w/o an antenna hooked up and Kill It. I have an SWR (Standing Wave Ratio) Meter and we can check it at a Meeting. It measures the % of power Reflected "back" into the radio from the antenna.

  Bottom line: CB's are soooo cheap now a days it's better just to get one then to fix an old one. This is one item that DOESN'T get better with age. I have a couple of CB's/antenna's that I'll be listing for sale (sometime). Good luck.

   Tattoo