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confused about lockers & limited slips? by
James Morrow
ok first off i have an 88 jeep cherokee pioneer 4x4 with the
command-trac transfer case, dana 30 front, dana 35 rear. i read stuff
about how you shouldn't use lockers in the front diff unless you have
manual locking hubs. they say that this is bc when disengaged it
bypasses the diff acting like an...
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Making the handbrake stronger, 2002 Tahoe by
Thorben Grosser
Hey Newsgroups,
I recently bought a used 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe. When standing in a
hill, the handbrake is not strong enough to keep the car stopped. I
looked through the Internet for any plans on the handbrake but
couldn't find any.
Further, it seems as if there is a mechanism to block the brake at...
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parts store boycott by
Bob Becker
I am asking for support in boycotting a parts store in Las Vegas and for
letters sent to Jeff Brown at due to am
employee there who has ripped me off lied to me and cheated me out of a
conciderable amt of money any letters sent in my behalf will be greatly
appreciated
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any ideas on better gas milage on my 95 yj by
chris
i have a 95 wrangler yj and i get really bad gas milage. i have a 2.5l
4cy. so i was expecting to get ok milage with this. i just got a tune
up and i am switching tires from super swampers to all terains. im
putting on a new air filter. is there aything other things that would
help me out. i have...
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All Wheel Drive Options? by
HotRod
I'm looking for an "All Wheel Drive" system that I can start a build-up
from, can anyone recommend a good starting point? Website for all wheel
drive parts etc. or a car/truck model to have a look at.
I need something that can be stretched and handle up to 500hp. IDEAS? I want
true All wheel drive...
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February 28th 05 02:44 PM
by HotRod
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Tranny problems? Woman, help appreciated by
David J and Lynne J Shepherd
If it didn't move and the brakes didn't lock, this whine noise sounds like
the rear end or trans. At minimum I would pull the trans pan and check for
"stuff" in the screen and pan, this noise and clunk could also be the rear
differental, or even the transfer case. Some one is going to have to...
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Engine/Trans removal Toyota 4wd by
LarryB
Has anyone pulled the engine and transmission together out of a Toyo
4wd truck or 4runner with a cherry picker?
I've got a 91 Toyota 4wd pickup 22RE engine and 5 speed trans. The
shop manual says to pull them together. The combined length of the
unit looks to be about 4.5 to 5 feet. It might be...
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CJ8 transmission lubrication by
[email protected]
1982 Jeep CJ8 -- 6 cylinder, 4 speed
Transmission shifts and works well.
What should I be using as lubricant in the transmission?
The shop manual refer's me to a "Special Lubricant" (which is no
longer available). And there are references to using automatic
transmission fluid (ATF).
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03' Silverado 4x w/ 255/75R-16's and No Lift? by
RWC
I want to get some ground clearance, but I'm not willing to spend $1800
minimum for a 4" lift. There is no smaller lift. I don't need a big
flotation tire for sand or mud, I just want clearance for rocks on fire
trails.
The tire guys say I can replace my 245/75R-16's (30.7" tall by...
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April 24th 04 02:43 AM
by RWC
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Chrysler (Dodge) 9.25 differential - anybody been inside of one??? by
Ron M.
I have a 2WD 2002 RAM1500 truck, with a plain open differential, and I
plan to install a PowerTrax No-Slip. In most cases, these are really
easy to install - you can do it yourself in less than an hour. Again,
that's "in most cases."
The web site is at http://www.powertrax.com/noslip.htm
I'm...
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February 25th 04 06:28 PM
by Ron M.
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Engine Knock on Cherokee 4.0 by
John C
We have a UK 1995 Cherokee 4.0 LTD Auto with a genuine 35000 miles, we
noticed a heavy bottom end knock on starting, only a knock or two, the sump
was removed and some wear was found in the big end bearings so they were
replaced, the main bearings were fine, the engine was turned over without
the...
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February 4th 04 12:36 AM
by Dave
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How much weight to put at the back of truck to make it steady in snow by
arfam4
Hi! My son has a Ford 4x2 F150 Supercab truck. He lives in snowy
region. One person has suggested to put some sand bags or cement bags
in the empty truck bed to make the truck steady during driving in
snow. He has all weather tires. How much weight needs to put in the
back of this truck? Did any...
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January 12th 04 04:07 AM
by Don
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Ford Escape off road capabilities? by
Chenz759
Hello,
I'll be in the market for a new car in the next few months and
I'm thinking about a 4x4. Since I'm a 20K+ mile per year commuter,
I want something that is comfortable and fun to drive, gets decent
gas mileage and is under $30K. I do a fair bit of surf
fishing, so I'd like to get something I...
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The Ultimate SUV - an Amphib 4X4 MOD JEEP by
North
On Wed, 14 Jan 2004 11:22:02 GMT, R. David Steele
> said:
>On 09 Jan 2004 12:53:54 GMT,
>(Halcitron) wrote:
>
>|http://www.prweb.com/releases/2002/8/prweb44515.htm
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>|The Ultimate SUV - an Amphibious Four Wheel Drive!
>| Every now and...
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Help please! Tell me your opinion of Opel Frontera! by
Peter
> I am looking for a car of the subject.
> Please tell me your opinions and general experience ot the car.
I have Frontera 2000 2.2Tdi, and it's a good car. If you thought 2.4i
gasoline is sluggish, you'll probably find 2.2tdi underpowered as well, but
it's enough for me. Especially when the...
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January 20th 04 06:05 PM
by MS
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Hydraulic VS. Electric winches by
[email protected]
OK group, I am looking for EXPERIENCE related opinions on hydraulic and
electric winches. Which type works best. If you have never used one
please don't tell me that type is horrible. I'm looking for one in the
12,000 lb range. Thanks.
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Suzuki Jeep Pictures link by
Khurram Khan
Hi All,
I have just purchased a Suzuki Jeep SJ410 1990 model its in original
condition with hard top weight color, now I want to make it a good
looking jeep and to get ideas I need to see pictures of already made
Suzuki jeeps.
I will appreciate if you can forward me links where I can find...
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Beginner seeks basic advice on 4x4 driving by
Phibius
I'm planning a drive through the easier bits of the highlands of
Iceland, for which purpose I have arranged to rent a Suzuki Jimny. I
understand there'll be fairly rough gravel roads, and some rivers to
ford, but probably no ice or snow. Now, I'm used to driving the back
roads of Ireland in an...
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September 29th 05 03:23 PM
by Phibius
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Engine Block Heater Cable by
Louis Garceau
Hey guys. I dont know if I am in the right group, because my question
may be more electrical related. Anyways, here it is.
The electric plug in the wall of my house building is about 125 feet
away from me truck. Me and my friend both have a 4X4 and the winter up
here are VERY cold. I wonder what...
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