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Added new FSM's to Tech Page
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I have just added 1997, 1999, and 2001 Factory Service Manuals (FSM's) to the Tech Page. I am still working on getting the remaining years. They can be found at http://www.greatlakesxj.com/tech.html I will be adding a few more things in the upcoming days aswell that I've located from DC.
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Homeade Vac Disconnect axle how-to for you older XJ guys
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http://home.earthlink.net/~stevenschreiber/cabledis.htm
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Juiced XJ! Total Wierdness!
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http://www.driveev.com/jeepev/convpgs/4x4convert.php
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Identifying a Dana 44 (XJ/MJ) Gear Ratio
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Identifying a Dana 44 (XJ/MJ) Gear Ratio I had this question asked to me a few times. A lot of the time the metal tag is missing from the differential cover or you aren't able to read it because it has been attacked by rust or is just covered under years of grime. If this is the case, the gear ratio for the rear...
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No Power to Coil Help for my DD!
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So I am at my real dad's house and my Jeep won't start... I check things out and there's no spark... swapping in a newer coil from my dad's ~94 ram trhe rubber 'boot' on the plug was too big and prevented it from 'clicking' on securely, but we tried it and still no spark. So... either the contact with the dono...
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Flat Towing
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Before anyone comes out and says "just use a truck and a trailer", my response is that if I had the ability to use one I would. However the trailer is down at the moment and I also have no direct connection for a truck any longer. I am looking into flat towing the MJ. I am looking for advice on what t...
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Infinity Factory Sound System
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hey all. i am curious if anyone knows anything about the factory Infinity Sound System??? mostly i want to know about the amplifier under the seat. i have a 5 channel aftermarket amp and i am wondering if it's possible to remove the factory amp and upgrade it with mine.....??? any input or links wou...
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97-01 XJ Vin Plate Decoding Information
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Thought that this would be helpful for some... 1997-2001 XJ Vin Plate Decoding Information http://www.greatlakesxj.com/tech/97-01vin.pdf I'm still working on the early year models. I'll update this post when I have it done...
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Steering Stabilizer
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Just wondering how much they help. Have been pondering geting one of these for a while, and didn't know if someone had bought these before how much they actually help. Thanks
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Thermostat/gauge
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Ok. I was reading a couple of weekends ago that if you have the wrong thermostat in the 'ol XJ it would help with the gas mileage. I had a 180 therm. with a 180 gauge in the dash. With this setup it usually rang 190-195. Just put in a 195 therm. and now on the gauge it is running at 210. My buddy told me that b...
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fun replacing the rear leafs..
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i'll sum it all up in a sentence... the nut pressed/welded into the frame (front end of the spring where the bolt goes through the bushing) broke off... not good... not good at all... any tips? i kind of have an idea of how i'm going to go about fixing this little problem, but if theres anything easier tha...
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Need Measurement
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I need a measurement from you 2 door guys. Please see attached photo. I need the measurement from the tip of the dash to the the tip of the door opening. Also if anyone is somewhat local to us who wants to let us take some measurements for a 2 door internal cage it would be appricitive. Will offer discount on...
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xj lift help
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I have got a 91 xj that i am wanting to lift. I have also got a long arm kit that i had for my dodge. It has got the longer lower arm and a shorter upper arm. Just wondering if you guys think this would work under my xj if i put like 5-6" coils in the front? Am trying to do my lift on a budget and forgot that i had t...
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FM40 and 2.5" sound clips
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[URL="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=88dSkDmItRc"]link
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How To: Rusty's 2" spacers/AAL install
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So forever I've been paranoid about getting a lift. I've always wanted one, but scared of the driveline vibes and stuff I've debated within myself :touche: and finally one day, I decided to get an alignment. They said my trackbar was no good. I could get a factory type one put in for about $200, or I c...
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Driveshaft work
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I have a 3 year old High Angle Driveline rear driveshaft that needs new ujoints and I guess might as well rebuild the CV ball area(It's late I'm tired, but you know what I mean). Can I do this myself? Covering my bases, where in Indy would one go on the West or South Side to take a driveshaft in to be rebuilt....
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How to: Dana 35 rear axle seal replacement
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While doing my lift, I discovered that the axle seals were out, and here's my story... I used this GoJeep D35 axle seal Support the Jeep by the axle on jackstands. Remove tires. [IMG]https://i50.photobucket.com/albu...
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Dana 30 Front Upper Control Arm Bushings
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The bushing pressed into the actual axle on the D30... I need to replace both of mine as they are SHOT! What are those on going to a poly bushing over just a factory replacement rubber style bushing? Also, anyone know the best (cheapest) place to buy either.
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Painting Rock Rails
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Just got JCR Rock rails and they don't have any paint on them. I'm open for suggestions on how to paint them; primers, paint brands, etc. Let me know what you have done in the past, or would do in hinesight (sp?).
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worn out trackbar?
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I was at an alignment shop today, and they said my trackbar was worn out and needed replaced before I get any alignments. I was planning on a lift kit anyway, so I guess this is the ideal time to do so... right now 2" (looks ok on stock rubber) and 3" later when it's not a DD. Is the shop full of crap?...
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hood vents with mikes help!
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[URL=https://i78.photobucket.com...
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Picked up a Dana 44 Front
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Well I finally picked up a Dana 44 front. It came out of an '88 Grand Waggy. So it's just a tad wider than the Dana 30 I currently have in thier (61.5 WMS to 60.5 WMS). I'm not going to worry about it to be honest with you, as it's only 1". I will be converting it to the 5 on 5.5 bolt pattern. It will get new all...
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8274 Winch Dilemma
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Here is my dilemma. I have an older style Warn 8274 winch that has been sitting in my storage shed for about 8 years now. I used to use it on my YJ, but I sold that a long time ago. I am finally able to get back in the trailriding with my XJ and like to put a winch on it, but this 8274 winch is tall and nobody makes a mo...
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Ultimate Cooling System - QUESTIONS
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Well it finally happened last night. Pulled up to a stop, hear the inevitable hisssss, get out and see coolant coming out underneath. Pop the hood, and it's spraying out of the hose at the waterpump housing. So I gues it's finally time to ditch the closed loop system and do the conversion. To da...
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Roof Rack
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Ok, I have decided that I am going to buy a roof rack. My only stipulation is that it has to be able to hold a 31' Spare. I don't necissarly care about light or any of that stuff but I want to put the spare up there. This is your chance to let me know what brand or rack you have and what is good/bad about it. Tha...
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driveshaft ?
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alright.. so due to the damage to my driveshaft when it dropped AGAIn, i'm thinking i might need a new one this time.. are the driveshafts on our xj's all pretty much the same length? (for my xj's age at least) is there any difference in the driveshaft other than the slip yoke? like say, could i get a drive...
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screw napa and their u joints..
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i was driving today, and kinda had a rough start (5 speed) and the rear u joint on the driveshaft broke... taking my pinion yoke with it... arrrrrrrrrrrghhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh... so now i get to look forward to replacing all that crap for the second time on my xj...
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Productive 1.5hr
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Yesterday I got my tow hooks on the Jeep.  http://www.jeepinoutfitters.com/scripts/prodView.asp?idproduct=40
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wheel bearing..
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anyone wanna send me some money to fix mine.. it would be greatly appreciated... lol... anyways yeah.. my wheel bearing went bad up front (drivers side) and so i figured i'd post my frustrations away on here.. lol damn xj always knows when i'm trying to save up for something new...
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Electronic Flasher for XJ's
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So I converted to LED's in the rear. As much as I researched prior and took the extra measures with the LED's themselves and using the Drawtite box, my flashers are a no go. So survey says I need an electronic flasher. I made a stop by Autozone on the way home and they said they don't carry one f...
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