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Re: 2002 JGC/Coolant Low warning on overhead console [dsmans]
by dixiecrawler
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Jan 21, 2006 (10:26 am)
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Replying to: dsmans (Nov 01, 2005 4:04 pm)
I know this is a late reply, but anyone who is having this problem needs to keep a close eye on the oil in the engine, especially in '99-'04 models. This seemingly minor problem can cost anything from a headgasket replacement, to a head replacement, and even an engine replacement in the 4.0 inline six. For some reason the cast iron heads on these models must have had a problem during casting. They are very prone to cracking. I have a 2000, and I've never run it hot or anything, but the night before a trip to Kentucky from Alabama, I checked the fluids and there it was. The oil looked like a milkshake. I had changed the oil 3 weeks before and there was no problem. Turns out the truck was "rigged" for auction. Luckily the stop-leak let go before I went on the trip. It would have been a real pain getting back home for a trailer and truck (towing would have cost too much!) and we probably wouldn't have gotten much further than the Tennessee line (2 hrs)! Anyway, that's something to watch out for, especially if you also lose oil pressure from time to time when idling.
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- #2541 of 4613
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Re: Need to replace output speed sensor on 1999 JGC [mijomo]
by dixiecrawler
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Jan 21, 2006 (10:42 am)
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Replying to: mijomo (Aug 17, 2005 7:07 am)
What was the reason they said you needed to change this? What was your vehicle doing? I know you've had to have fixed this by now, so I won't tell you how to do what you've already done. Just curious as to why you needed to replace the output speed sensor. This may be what my problem is.
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- #2542 of 4613
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Transmisson Problem?
by lizzul
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Jan 21, 2006 (6:53 pm)
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Today when i was leaving my friends house i tried to put my '98 jeep grand cherokee in reverse and the rpm's went the higest to 3000. it wouldnt move. Also when i put it in neutral it drives as well as in drive. What could be the problem. Please Help
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- #2543 of 4613
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Re: HIGH PITCHED HOWLING SOUND [momsjeep]
by blkhemi
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Jan 21, 2006 (8:51 pm)
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Replying to: momsjeep (Jan 20, 2006 8:37 pm)
Thanks for the reply momsjeep. Which government recall link did you use? Also, did your JGC keep having the gas odor everytime you filled up?
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- #2544 of 4613
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Pulling to the right
by hornet2
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Jan 22, 2006 (6:19 am)
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I recently had new tires put on my 94 JGC hoping that would solve the problem of a minimal pull to the right I'm experiencing while in motion. When this didn't help, I replaced the front track bar and took the vehicle in for an alignment check. Upon completion of the check, I was told that my steering was in perfect alignment. The mechanic said he looked for any damage that may be causing the pull, but could not locate any. Since my Jeep has 316K on it, should I expect that there are some things, because of age, that cannot be corrected, or is there a chance that there is another reason for the pull?
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- #2545 of 4613
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Re: Pulling to the right [hornet2]
by dixiecrawler
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Jan 22, 2006 (2:21 pm)
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Replying to: hornet2 (Jan 22, 2006 6:19 am)
Take a look at all of the bushings in the frontend. The stock rubber bushings will deteriorate over time. While it's on the alignment rack, everything will be within spec, but while your actually in motion any play resulting from deteriorated bushings will show. You should be able to get your vehicle in alignment regardless of how many miles are on it as long as there is no damage to anything in the frontend. You can replace them, if need be, with stock rubber or polyurethane. Rubber will ride better but will again wear out in time. Poly bushings are more rigid and you have to keep them greased to prevent squeaking.
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- #2546 of 4613
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Re: the trim over my fender [dixiecrawler]
by jeeper96
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Jan 23, 2006 (6:21 am)
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Replying to: dixiecrawler (Jan 21, 2006 10:04 am)
Thanks, yeah its not to bad that i can't just try to pull it out so the clips will fit.
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- #2547 of 4613
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A lift for my jeep
by jeeper96
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Jan 23, 2006 (7:16 am)
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i am thinking about putting a lift on my jeep.I already have new all terain tires but when they get worn i want to get a lift.I have heard that jeeps can only have up to 30-32 inch tires.But i think its different if you have a lift???When i make sharp turns now once in a while i will hear a small grind as if my tires are to big and scraping.so the other thing i would be woried about to is does it really make it worse for flipping? i mean i only want about a 4" lift and maybe some 33s.
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- #2548 of 4613
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Re: Pulling to the right [hornet2]
by wlbrown9
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Jan 23, 2006 (11:56 am)
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Replying to: hornet2 (Jan 22, 2006 6:19 am)
One remote possibility... some areas have crowns in the center of the road so that the slope to the right in the right hand lane makes it seem to be pulling... Of course, if there was the same crown or slope on the left hand side and you steering is set up neutral, then it would seem to pull to the left. It 'should' steer straight on a completely flat surface. Some vehicles seem much more prone to pulling or feeling as if they are pulling. I had one Pontiac years ago that rotating the tires to another position either changed the pull or got rid of it completely. Have you tried swapping the front tires to see if that changes the pull?
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- #2549 of 4613
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Re: A lift for my jeep [jeeper96]
by trickster
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Jan 23, 2006 (1:42 pm)
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Replying to: jeeper96 (Jan 23, 2006 7:16 am)
Question for ya jeeper96: what the year,make,model of your vehicle? What size are the tires you have on now?
Check the inside of the tires, and fenderwell, for signs of rubbbing to see if they are in fact rubbing. Generally, the lower the vehicle, the more stability you have. If you install a 4" lift, then your center of gravity raises 4", and your stability decreases moderately. DEpending on your gear ratio, and im guessing it's 3:7:3, you may have to change your gears out to a 4:1:0 ratio for 33" tires. The 3:7:3 ratio will accept up to 32" tires without putting to much pressure on the drivetrain to turn all that extra rubber around. 
The 4" lift is a good idea  . Just be sure to get a good lift kit that will have everything you need, such as longer brake lines, poly bushing, new castle nuts/cotter pins where needed.ect.ect. ;
I hope this helps you, and good luck m8.
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