Pete M

Big tires ain't everything. :D

Viper. Definitely. :D

Yup, somewhere back there. It's been a few years, but I remember it being a pain to tighten back up because nothing lined up quite right..

That's what I would try first. It's easily reversible if something does indeed go wrong. :thumbsup:

If all the bolts are out (there's a tricky one at the back that has been known to throw Jeep owners for a loop), then it's likely just glued down from the silicone. Be careful when prying, don't pry too much in any one place or you might chip the aluminum. Go around it a little at a time. If you want to use a hammer, try putting a block of wood between the hammer and the cover to spread out the impact. You might be able to go around with a utility knife to help cut a little bit of the seal, but I'm not sure if I'm remembering the Jeep cover or another rig. :dunno:

I would not recommend a "rust converting paint". Many of those won't actually do anything. Look into a product called POR-15. It's a ceramic coating that fuses to the rust/steel and blocks out the oxygen. :thumbsup:

The only difference I know of in the pedals is the brake light switch changed a bit over the years (and I'm not sure when the changeovers happened). Beyond that, pedal failure isn't exactly common and I haven't heard of a whole lot of pedal swappin' stories. I would stick to the older MJ/XJs. I doubt that engine choice will make a difference, but again, Idon't know for sure. :hmm:

The power steering pump slides on its bracket and serves as the tensioner. It's held in place by 2 or three bolts (at least on is on the backside so don't forget to look for it.). :thumbsup:

Tech questions should be in the Tech forum so more people will see it. This is especially important if you're looking for tips. :thumbsup:

Like this: :thumbsup:

Is it a tube-in-a-tube style with the rubber isolator between them? (it's usually visible from the axle end)

That particular parameter is unresponsive to changes in the settings. :wall: No matter what I do, the search feature still sucks. I'm hoping that the next software update will fix it.

I'm so totally confused. :hmm: What part of the HO system are you using?

I ran the big driveshaft for years without issues. Just make sure you're shortening the non-isolator end (i.e. keeping the rubber isolator) and when reinstalled, the rubber isolator stays at the axle end.

Ah. :thumbsup: I might try that on the 90 when it gets warmer out. :D (You know, when global warming finally kicks in to free us from this ice age.)

car-part.com might be helpful for trying to find the whole harness. Try searches for the engine block or other 2.5L-specifc stuff and call to see if the harness is intact.

I want to see this: :D

I believe he's referring to taking an MJ main leaf, cutting the eyes off, and putting it between the top and 2nd leafs on your truck. Like this:

Meaning your truck was 2wd before? Your 2wd driveshaft should work just fine for cutting down (assuming there's nothing wrong with it).

Doesn't really matter either way. Swapping a 4.0L in essentially involves gutting the entire truck, so go with which ever era presents itself first (although if you want a stick, 87-89.5 will have the inferior peugeot and should be avoided). It's more important to find an XJ in excellent running condition (except for the body of course).

Just so were keeping this straight, the terminology is: -lower numbers are referred to as a higher gear ratio -higher numbers are a lower gear ratio The terms "greater" and "bigger" are not used (and are confusing my poor brain). I didn't invent it, it's just the way it is. :cheers:

I have a long 21mm socket and I still wouldn't call it "easy". I also took the opportunity to shave a bit of metal off where the arms and the axle parts contacted. That truck isn't likely to see much offroading, but it made me feel better to know I've got maximum axle droop. :D

I think it needs some paint. :D I love ambitious projects. Are you shaving off the lower corner of the front fascia to match the inner wheelwell?

Specs? Bigger pics? :brows:

Alt or battery. Maybe both if the alt went bad. Same symptoms as when my alt suddenly went from a ~180 amp to a ~30 amp with an internal failure. Most car stores will check both for free. :thumbsup: