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frame to drive under to remove hard top by mtnjack
Nov 19, 2008 (4:54 pm)
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I need to build a frame I can drive under to remove & install my hard top with a hoist on my '05 unlimited.
 
I was thinking along the idea of a swing set "on steroids" type of frame that I could attach a hoist to and drive under, remove / install the hard top and drive away.
 
Has anyone done this or have an idea that would work?
 
Thanks for your help.
 
Jack
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Re: frame to drive under to remove hard top [mtnjack] by fairview
Nov 25, 2008 (3:56 am)
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Replying to: mtnjack (Nov 19, 2008 4:54 pm)

I would think it would work. In fact, if you could find an old swing set the kids had outgrown, you could probably use it. You should tie the swing set down to the ground, especially if you plan to leave the top hanging, because the wind could blow it over if it is not tied down.
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Need some help by kc22610
Jan 12, 2009 (5:14 pm)
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I have a 03 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon. A few days ago the check engine light came on so i took it to the dealership and they said the "leak detecter pump" needs to be replaced. What is this and can i still drive my car without getting it fixed? They want over $450 to fix it and right now i don;t have the money. Anybody got anything for me...
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Re: Need some help [kc22610] by erickpl
Jan 13, 2009 (6:20 am)
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Replying to: kc22610 (Jan 12, 2009 5:14 pm)

I believe that is part of your fuel system vapor management (evaporator system). Mac will correct me if I'm wrong, but I THINK that is what it is.
 
Have you checked to make sure your gas cap is secure and good? You can probably still drive w/o getting it fixed, but you may have reduced mileage and risk polluting more. If you're in California or any state that requires vehicle inspections, you WILL fail for throwing a code and having a Check Engine Light (CEL) displayed.
 
-Paul
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Re: Need some help [erickpl] by kc22610
Jan 13, 2009 (9:25 am)
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Replying to: erickpl (Jan 13, 2009 6:20 am)

Thanks for the help... I'll check the gas cap and i live in SC so no inspection is needed. I bought this jeep 4 months ago as a toy more or less so it's not my main car. I want to get it fixed but don't have the money to fork out if its not that serious. Do you know how hard this is to fix and where could i order a replacement part?
 
-Kc
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Re: Need some help [kc22610] by erickpl
Jan 14, 2009 (5:33 am)
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Replying to: kc22610 (Jan 13, 2009 9:25 am)

I'd have to defer to mac on that. But if it is the evap cannister setup where it is, I would think swapping it wouldn't be too hard, unless it is VIN coded...
 
-Paul
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Re: Need some help [erickpl] by mac24
Jan 14, 2009 (6:33 am)
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Replying to: erickpl (Jan 14, 2009 5:33 am)

The pump can fail, but it's not that common. After the gas cap, the second most likely cause of an evap code is a perished or disconnected vacuum line in the evap system.
All the system is doing is checking to see if gas fumes can leak from the tank into the atmosphere. If it detects a leak it throws a code and illuminates the MIL.
It's annoying, but won't affect the functionality at all.
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Time has come... by embeeduece
Jan 17, 2009 (2:30 pm)
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Folks, it's with a heavy heart that I announce I am leaving the Jeep family. I have purchased an Audi (cue: booing) and will soon be selling my '04 Jeep Wrangler Sport. It's been enormous fun and a great vehicle. I would recommend one to anyone who ever asks, and will possibly return to Jeep at some point in the future. (This has mainly been a financial decision.) Thanks to everyone here for all the help/information/smiles over the years. If you happen to pass an Audi at some point, and can't figure why the driver is giving you the Jeep wave, just assume it's me.
 
Best,
Mike
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Re: Time has come... [embeeduece] by tsjay
Jan 17, 2009 (2:35 pm)
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Replying to: embeeduece (Jan 17, 2009 2:30 pm)

Bummer, Mike!
 
I hope things work out differently for you and you end up keeping the Jeep, but I know sometimes we have to do what we have to do.
 
You know, you can still post here and be part of the "Jeep family" without actually owning a Jeep, don't you? I posted in here for months and months before I ever owned a Jeep.
 
Tomster
Have you hugged your Jeep today?
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limited slip or lock? by unlimitj
Jan 17, 2009 (8:32 pm)
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Okay, I've been running a limited slip (Detroit Truetrac) in my front axle (dana 30, Jeep TJ) for over a year, and while mostly happy with it, i realize that limited slips do...slip when you least need them to.
What would be the driveability concerns with putting a Detroit Locker in the front? When I'm not in 4wd, would that cause problems?
I don't notice the Truetrac unless in 4wd, would that still be the case?
 
Thanks for the help.

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