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Stuka »
Tue Apr 16, 2013 6:35 pm
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Last post by Stuka
Tue Apr 16, 2013 6:35 pm
Grand Wagoneer Tailgate Window Key Switch Conversion
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JeepofTheseus »
Thu May 18, 2023 7:52 pm
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I'm hoping someone has run into this before. I searched the forums and found a few threads addressing failed tailgate key switches, but didn't see an...
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Never underestimate a good ground LOL!. I keep a long length (10') of wire with alligator clips on both ends to use as a temporary ground when this...
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Last post by 67GMC
Thu May 25, 2023 4:54 pm
Paint and Body
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Harry Dawg »
Mon Jul 25, 2022 6:24 pm
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Hello Folks.
Looking for some input from someone who might have more experience in this field than myself.
As you can see, I've started prepping my...
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Lookin' good :-bd
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Last post by sierrablue
Tue May 23, 2023 5:20 pm
AMC 401 Break In Procedures
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Jevman »
Wed May 17, 2023 11:46 am
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What are your thoughts on a break in for an AMC 401 that has a Pro Flow 4 that needs to be set up also. Do you get the Pro flow running right second...
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Update from Edelbrock, (Engine is started , turn idle adjustment screw on linkage clockwise to desired RPM 2000-2500. ) That simple with a new Pro...
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Last post by Stuka
Mon May 22, 2023 1:08 pm
Post 4" Lift Woes - Violent Braking & Rumbling
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kjandb »
Sat May 21, 2022 4:11 pm
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Finally installed the BJ's 4 leaf lift. Love the new look and stance but now I've ran into two (possibly unrelated issues) I'm hoping someone can...
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The spring orientation won't impact the shackle angle. The main leaf is either too short, or is over arched.
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Last post by Stuka
Sat May 20, 2023 3:21 pm
72 J4700 Front Leaf Spring Conversion
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lpukas2 »
Wed Mar 08, 2023 10:47 am
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Yes this has been covered many times, but I have not found what I am looking for.
Have a 72 J4700 with plans on running 5.7 eagle head hemi, NV4500,...
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Phil did this conversion on his Pre-'74 Gladiator. He did a great job. Look here
Been like 3 years or so now and still riding, hauling, towing...
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Mon May 15, 2023 12:05 pm
Dana 44 vacuum actuator delete
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Laredo Matt »
Fri Aug 06, 2021 3:43 pm
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This is a re-post (slightly modified) from my build thread. Thought it might get more eyes on it here.
Context -- My plan is to drop in a new-ish...
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Lol that would be nice. Next you're gonna tell me that you're gonna eliminate the vacuum system altogether, and put in a cable!
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Sat May 13, 2023 8:25 pm
EV Conversions
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sierrablue »
Wed Dec 07, 2022 3:37 pm
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Ok, not a fan of all of the other stuff they're doing to the FSJs, but I like the EV conversion aspect.
I think the way I will do an EV conversion...
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Only 250? I'm surprised it's that low actually.
^these guys have some good stuff, and this covers their technical stuff
Imo the GWs have too much...
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Last post by sierrablue
Wed May 10, 2023 7:51 pm
Gen 1 Small Block Swap?
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OldFarmTruck22 »
Mon May 01, 2023 10:26 am
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I have an old Chevy 350 and a 700r4 K case transmission in the shed. Been thinking about doing a swap.
Trying to get better gas mileage and better...
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You will push the fan though the radiator before the oil pan is the issue.
Somewhere I have charts that show all of the dimensions for the exact...
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Last post by OldFarmTruck22
Tue May 09, 2023 12:27 pm
MSD Distributor Swap - Not So Simple!
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Scotty54 »
Wed May 03, 2023 2:51 pm
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Yesterday I set out to do a simple swap - remove the Prestolite system and install an MSD distributor and Street Fire ignition box. Simple, right?...
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Glad you got it figured out!
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Last post by Stuka
Wed May 03, 2023 10:12 pm
J10 seat swap to 2015 Chevy
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Txflyer16 »
Thu Feb 16, 2023 6:37 pm
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Has anyone ever put 2015 Chevy split bench or similar into a J10 (successfully)? Pics and wisdom would be appreciated. Obviously there's some fab...
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IMO most modern seats aren't that comfortable anyway; the Chevys and Jeeps especially just don't fit me right. I know the headrests are safer, but...
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Last post by sierrablue
Mon May 01, 2023 9:36 am
DUI distributor power source
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Horsman »
Thu Apr 20, 2023 7:15 pm
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Was wondering what the best place is to pick up 12 volts for my new DUI distributor. Working on a 79 Wagoneer with a 360 engine. The attached pic...
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If you're eliminating the Duraspark system, and you're not going to use it again, I'd say pull it out. Can't cause you headaches later, unless for...
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Last post by sierrablue
Wed Apr 26, 2023 7:22 pm
Ttb swap?
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Tonyt2293 »
Fri Apr 21, 2023 2:58 pm
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So I recently picked up a 69 j2000 fairly complete I need to swap the axles has a closed knuckle 44 and a d53 in the rear . So been thinking of...
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In my opinion the only reason to intentionally swap to ttb is chasing wheel travel. That is the only place it really shines, but is terrible bunch of...
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Last post by Yeller
Fri Apr 21, 2023 8:17 pm
Dual fuel tank ideas 77 wagoneer
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Sdsurfer »
Wed Feb 01, 2023 8:33 pm
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So I’m starting the process to replace the rear leaf springs and replace some electrical wires and re-run brake lines so mine as well drop fuel tank...
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I have a filler extension but it's only the piece that runs from the neck to the inside of the frame. On mine, for the rest of it, a PO just ran a...
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Last post by sierrablue
Thu Apr 20, 2023 2:24 pm
1968 J3000 -Ignition and Fuel Tune Up
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Harry Dawg »
Sat Dec 10, 2022 9:34 am
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*VIDEO FOR CONTEXT*
Morning Y'all.
Hope everyone's weekend is off to a good start.
Mine is going good, but it would be better if I could get...
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Good news everyone!
(Futurama reference... If ya know, ya know)
I finally have a running and smooth idling J-truck!
It turns out something in...
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Last post by Harry Dawg
Mon Apr 17, 2023 3:24 pm
Green Vent from Fuel Filler to charcoal canister
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Renodemona »
Wed Apr 12, 2023 3:13 pm
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I have Fitech and no carb, I finally got around to cleaning up the charcoal canister as I don't have emissions either. I discovered that 2 out of the...
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Covered in the TSM. There are some good pictures there.
The green pipe is nylon, which Jeep used for vapor piping in that era. You need a vent from...
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Last post by tgreese
Wed Apr 12, 2023 3:43 pm
1978 Cherokee Tank Lines.
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bcudda »
Mon Apr 03, 2023 12:44 pm
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Can anyone tell me how the fuel tank fill and vent lines run on a 1978 Cherokee? Do they run through the frame cutout where the rear brake line does?
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According to the book, through '77 have the same picture of the same steel tank with a larger filler neck. '78-79 are still steel but go to the...
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Last post by tgreese
Sat Apr 08, 2023 11:51 am
Got my new lift kit (Skyjacker), installed!
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J7M46sn »
Tue Mar 28, 2023 11:14 am
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I bought a 4 Skyjacker all spring lift kit back in November, and started the install in December. Between work, my back going out, and crappy Ohio...
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Sounds like Patients and perseverance paid off, congrats!! 🎊
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Last post by Yeller
Wed Apr 05, 2023 10:56 am
J10 rear spring sag under load
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rurcon »
Wed Mar 22, 2023 9:21 am
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Hey all, the previous owner of my '79 J10 installed a Rough Country 3-inch lift kit (replacement springs in front, blocks in rear), and so I've got...
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My 90 when i got it just me sitting on the tailgate at 300 lbs would drop the Jeep like 3 inchs...
I just got new springs for it.. 1440lbs capacity...
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Last post by candymancan
Wed Apr 05, 2023 3:40 am
Time for A/T Tires
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Scotty54 »
Tue Mar 28, 2023 11:15 am
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Replacing my tires (30x9.5) and stock wheels with 15 x 8 aluminums and 31 x 10.5 x 15 tires. I have a 2.5 lift but even with the lift a 31 tire looks...
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ive had bfg's on 4 vehicles 81 cj5, 91 cherokee xj, 75 cj5 currently and a new set for my 06 dodge ram 2500 and they have never let me down , ready...
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Last post by Srdayflyer
Mon Apr 03, 2023 11:01 pm
Best tires for truck now with 3" lift
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1978J10REDWHITE »
Wed Mar 29, 2023 2:55 pm
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Added a RC 3 lift and thinking about to taller meats on the Stock 15 rims.
The tires read 31 x 10.50 x 15LT.
Measured should take a 34's without...
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I ran 34's on my J-10 with a 6 lift and it resulted in the rear fenders cutting the tires at full flex. So if you want 34's, you will need to drop...
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Last post by Stuka
Wed Mar 29, 2023 3:28 pm
3D Printed Parts?
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bcudda »
Mon Mar 20, 2023 9:16 pm
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Thought maybe a thread of all the 3d printed parts being made/used on these jeeps. I am working on a spacer for the MTS poly tank and the old top...
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@SJohn 3D prints a bunch of parts--speaker grilles are the big one. You can check those out in the vendors section. Thanks for the shout out! I 3d...
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Last post by sierrablue
Sun Mar 26, 2023 11:02 am
Exhaust vs fuel lines
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SkylinePCG »
Thu Mar 16, 2023 1:12 pm
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Finished a TBI conversion and ran a feed line across underside of the body.
Then got a quote for a stainless exhaust of $2k.
Lucky for me, I...
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Carter P4070? Looks like it runs at a lower psi than the airtex e2000, but may still be enough for TBI. I’ll look into that because I like the...
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Last post by letank
Wed Mar 22, 2023 1:46 pm
Rusty's 6 inch lift for QT
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9.3x62 »
Sat Mar 11, 2023 2:31 pm
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Finally lifted my 79 waggy. Rusty's 6 inch kit. Nothing much to add in regard to the install process, everything I dealt with had been addressed in...
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Will do. Tom Woods seems to have come up with solutions for a lot of folks.
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Last post by 9.3x62
Thu Mar 16, 2023 3:49 pm
Ball and Trunnion Conversion
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JWestfall »
Thu Sep 01, 2022 12:22 pm
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My 71 Wagoneer has a ball and trunnion joint on the driveshaft connecting to the Dana 20. Does anybody have a part number or source for a bolt-on...
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When I ordered a new driveshaft the shop supplied the flange to bolt right up to the T-case. Sounded like it was a pretty common conversion for them.
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Last post by JWestfall
Sun Mar 05, 2023 6:13 pm
Will this baffle work?
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RustyDusty »
Wed Feb 22, 2023 8:48 pm
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I finally received my Edelbrock 3731 (2 yr backorder!) and find that my stock baffle will not fit it without significant surgery. I have some...
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Hmm, yeah. The original baffle seems more like a splash deflector than even the coarsest filter. If louvers are beyond your metal working capability,...
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Fri Feb 24, 2023 10:36 am
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