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Ouray 2023
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Grand_Wag_85 »
Fri Jul 22, 2022 11:36 am
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Ouray
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**2023 FSJ Ouray Invasion Dates**
Copied from Aubreyanna's post on the FB page
July 17th - July 23rd
Our KOA contact, Ilka has been kind...
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Thanks yall, the road rash is all healed up but the cuts and deep gouge are still healing. I will definitely have some gnarly scars on my left arm,...
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Mon Jul 31, 2023 9:27 pm
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Stuka »
Tue Apr 16, 2013 6:34 pm
Topics that do not fall under this area as described will be moved or deleted. Which ever is more appropriate.
1: Topics or posts which are intended...
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Last post by Stuka
Tue Apr 16, 2013 6:34 pm
Timing cover installation - in-car. Tips?
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AtlantaDan »
Tue Apr 16, 2024 3:40 am
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My old timing cover is leaking at the plug on top of the oil pump housing, so I bought a new kit from Bulltear. Also going to install a DUI...
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Update/recap for future reference:
The job itself is not difficult, but it is time consuming if done correctly. I installed the Bulltear timing cover...
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Last post by AtlantaDan
Sat May 18, 2024 5:06 am
Gear pattern opinions
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Snow Descent »
Wed May 15, 2024 1:01 pm
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I'm setting up gears in a D44 from a 90 GW, and would like some more experienced opinions.
Here is where I'm at. Backlash is at .009:
Sent from...
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Yours looks good. I learned that the most important part of the pattern is that the pinion doesn't run into the root or off the Topland. It can leave...
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Last post by Yeller
Fri May 17, 2024 10:11 am
2150 motorcraft accelerator pump adjustment
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letank »
Wed May 15, 2024 5:16 pm
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Now that California have the summer reformulated gas, it seems that depending on conditions, I have a small hesitation off idle, a little more...
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It could be the power valve. IMO, that is where a lot of the toning is needed.
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Last post by rocklaurence
Fri May 17, 2024 9:52 am
Odometer refurbish
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devildog80 »
Tue May 07, 2024 2:06 pm
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Found a decent thread for odometer refurbish for mid 80's vehicle. Currently having issues with my own '84 GW the odometer stopped working.
The...
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This piece? Take it out, and new cable mounts right to the housing. It engages far enough into where this plastic piece used to be, and have had no...
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Last post by devildog80
Wed May 15, 2024 12:34 pm
1972 j 4800 water pump problems
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Ruby1972j4800 »
Tue May 14, 2024 1:42 pm
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Hello People!
Has anyone had any trouble with finding a correct waterpump for their jeep? Every waterpump i have purchased had a 3/8 longer pulley...
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Mmm, a 350 seems extraordinarily unlikely if this Jeep is actually a '72. I recall that '71s that could have the 350, but not '72s. If this Jeep has...
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Last post by tgreese
Tue May 14, 2024 3:44 pm
Old Heads vs New Heads - 401
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Scotty54 »
Sun May 12, 2024 7:13 am
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77 Cherokee 401. I need to rebuild my heads at 100k - a stuck or burned valve in #2 cylinder. I have been offered a set of early heads for free...
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i woud bet the earlier head has a different squish chamber for higher compression as the EPA got into the pollution control game in 71-72 and beyond,...
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Last post by Srdayflyer
Mon May 13, 2024 7:52 pm
Mystery Leak found
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MilesTexas »
Mon May 13, 2024 10:13 am
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Hey Everyone,
I have been perplexed on the location of a leak on my wagoneer. I thought it could have been the clogged air vents - tried to clear...
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amc had funky antenna cable wire swaged to a body plug and my plug was as hard as a rock and shrunk to be leaking when it rains , not much in az tho,...
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Last post by Srdayflyer
Mon May 13, 2024 7:40 pm
Electric seat reclining angle question
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letank »
Thu May 09, 2024 5:30 pm
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I installed some GW newer seat on the driver's side and for some reason it cannot be reclined as much as the old seat.
At the beginning I thought...
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The other weird part, the 86 does not slide as far back as the 85 waggy!
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Last post by letank
Mon May 13, 2024 8:05 am
Electronic Mirror Adjustment switch Wiring Issues
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Phenominal1188 »
Thu Dec 26, 2019 4:45 pm
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I have an '86 Grand Wagoneer and while working on restoring the interior the wiring attached to the electronic mirror adjustment switch came loose. I...
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Hi guys,
after a few tries I've now found the correct color assignment for this switch.
This works for my 83' Woody
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Last post by Red_Woody
Fri May 10, 2024 6:32 am
Transmission problems after service
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altayd9 »
Tue Apr 16, 2024 5:28 pm
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Still working on getting an 85 Grand Wagoneer running after sitting for 20 years. I recently got all the fluids serviced including the transmission...
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i'm assuming you have the normally bullet proof 727 trans, i had mine rebuilt by a local guy recommended by several offroad racers, i had 2...
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Last post by Srdayflyer
Thu May 09, 2024 7:04 pm
HELP WITH WINDOWS
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JERSEY JOE »
Wed May 08, 2024 3:13 pm
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MY PASSENGER SIDE WINDOW WILL NOT GO UP ALL THE WAY. IT'S SHORT BY ABOUT 3/8 OF AN INCH AND I HAVE IT CRANKED TIGHT. IDEAS?
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I have found that rust/corrosion in the channel glued to the bottom of the glass can stop the window from fully raised. The swollen steel channel...
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Last post by tgreese
Thu May 09, 2024 5:01 pm
Parasitic Draw Mystery
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AlexJordan22 »
Mon Apr 22, 2024 8:39 am
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Working on my 84 GW and trying to track a battery drain issue I've been having. If I leave the jeep for a couple days my battery will be totally...
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It is the switch next to drivers seat labeled Tank 1 & 2. All power cut off when on tank 1, and everything goes hot on tank 2.
I know what its for,...
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Last post by devildog80
Tue May 07, 2024 9:50 am
Side View Mirror Rebuild for 1987 Grand Wagoneer
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TimGee »
Fri May 14, 2021 7:44 pm
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Hello all,
I've had my 1987 Grand Wagoneer for about a month and I've re-tensioned the cargo cover and put in a missing shift indicator - all thanks...
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Thank you!!! Exactly what I needed! Will make my polishing job less painful!
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Last post by Joshtradamus
Mon May 06, 2024 3:24 pm
AMC 360 Rear main seal
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Anvil-3 »
Sun Nov 26, 2023 6:38 am
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I replaced a dripping rear main seal twice now that’s worse than it was originally. It seems like there’s not a lot of options out there and a lot...
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Fel-Pro Oil Pan Snap-Ups
Part Number: 375-ES72863
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Last post by Srdayflyer
Fri May 03, 2024 5:56 pm
Front clip
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mattv »
Wed Apr 24, 2024 1:43 pm
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I haven’t pulled a front clip before and I wonder if the inner fenders come off with it or do they stay?
I’ve seen pictures of both (on full size...
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That’s good news
I’ve seen pictures of fenders removed with and without the inners (I don’t know how) but haven’t found specific info
I’d rather...
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Last post by mattv
Tue Apr 30, 2024 5:16 am
DOOR WEATHER STRIPS
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JERSEY JOE »
Sun Apr 28, 2024 4:03 pm
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I replaced the door weather strips on my J-20 now the doors do not close. There is a large gap to the rear of the cab panel. I don't understand since...
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You can make the aftermarket generic weatherstrip work. BTDT. You'll need to adjust the door striker, and use more force when you close the doors....
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Last post by tgreese
Mon Apr 29, 2024 5:11 pm
Removing Air Injection Manifolds (and Exhaust Bolts)
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tgreese »
Sat Apr 27, 2024 11:31 am
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Nothing earth shaking here, but maybe of interest for a Saturday Afternoon. Mainly posting because no one else is.
I've had a Howell TBI kit for my...
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I just broke mine off, and welded where the tubes were closed.. easy peasy
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Last post by candymancan
Mon Apr 29, 2024 12:21 am
70 J2500 fuel cap ring on filler
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Yeller »
Sun Apr 21, 2024 5:45 pm
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My truck has this style of filler. The ring the bolts on top of the flange to the bed side has a 1-1/2” hole. All of the fuel caps that I can find...
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You can buy a Thriftside cap that's listed as 1.5 . Maybe you could put the two together to make one that fits? You have some skills...
This is...
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Last post by iharding
Fri Apr 26, 2024 4:19 pm
Pull 360 with or without exhaust manifold
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mattv »
Sat Apr 20, 2024 5:50 pm
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I’m preparing to replace a Flexplate, 1980 J20 360/727
I’ve heard of potential conflict with heater box and exhaust manifold
Should I leave the...
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Id at least try to see if the bolts losen and come out on the manifolds. My 90 i waited years.. using puddy on exhaust leaks on the head lol.. only...
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Last post by candymancan
Thu Apr 25, 2024 1:37 am
ebrake strut spring
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69gladiator »
Mon Apr 22, 2024 2:56 pm
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I am replacing the rear shoes and wheel cylinders on my 82 Cherokee. One of the ebrake strut springs broke. I purchased new ones from a local parts...
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Might not be totally SAE approved but i filed a bit off the sides of the strut. The spring now fits. Tracking down this stuff gets tiresome.
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Last post by 69gladiator
Wed Apr 24, 2024 4:25 pm
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Last post by candymancan
Tue Apr 23, 2024 4:46 pm
Hood alignment problems / bracket fit
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Laredo Matt »
Thu Apr 18, 2024 7:08 pm
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I'm having a hard time getting my hood to fit properly.
The hood mounting bracket on the driver slide is adjusted so that the bracket is mounted...
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Generally, on hood hinges, when you're in a situation like this, you need to raise the hinge so that it can go over it's center point and it will...
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Last post by Mopar_guy
Tue Apr 23, 2024 11:41 am
Pull 360 with or without exhaust manifold
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mattv »
Sat Apr 20, 2024 5:45 pm
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I’m preparing to replace a Flexplate, 1980 J20 360/727
I’ve heard of potential conflict with heater box and exhaust manifold
Should I leave the...
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Thanks
I kind of like the front-clip idea
I’ve always wanted to get in there for cleaning and painting and replacing hardware as needed
And I’ve...
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Last post by mattv
Mon Apr 22, 2024 6:35 pm
Reverse Lights not working
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mickdavis »
Thu Apr 18, 2024 2:50 pm
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Hi, I just got an 89 GW and I believe that I have addressed all of the things that would prevent it from passing inspection, except for the reverse...
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Thank you all for your suggestions and help. I was able to get them working again. I did end up checking the switch first. Must have been either a...
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Last post by mickdavis
Mon Apr 22, 2024 8:15 am
84 J10 Fuel tank vent
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jjpeters4 »
Mon Apr 15, 2024 8:17 am
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I dropped the tank for a cleaning, and a new fuel sending unit, while I'm at it I'm going to address the fuel lines, and the fuel tank vent, the vent...
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My 76 J10 has no vent on its original tank.. no charcoal. No cats. I think 76 was the last year for this.
Only (vent) mine has is the large breather...
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Last post by candymancan
Sun Apr 21, 2024 4:53 pm
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