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AMC switched in 87 to an adjustable. If you’re good with electronics you could in theory adjust the older style which I would love to know how to do in the event I need to use an older tech from a 6cyl. Same goes for the speedo connector. interesting you weren’t able to use your speedo cable on the AX15 even though nothing changed for using the cable there unless you have a AX15 with the digital speedo sensor. When swapping from an 86 cluster to a 87-90, you’ll need a new speedo cable that will clip on to the new connection.

Finally got a tire on the spare and able to put this cover I got many many moons ago when I had my spare in the bed of my MJ. Now I really want to put the AMC logo with “Jeep” below the logo on the cover.

I enjoy treasure stories like this.

I just a bottom vent to direct air. On models with a center console, a different box would be there that gets connected to a plastic tube that’s guided under the console to blow air to the passengers.

My bad. I was slightly wrong. But what Eagle said is right. The rod for the brake master pushes on the switch itself.

Without literally sprinting to my truck to take a pic of such, the pedal bar needs to be in between that gap on the switch itself.

Honestly, there’s nothing wrong with such. If you work on a project to the point where it’s not fun, you’ll burn yourself out on it and end up getting rid of the project. So if anything, it’s more of taking a break on one and distracting yourself with another.

Holy schnikes!! It’s actually not on the brake pedal! Good catch Ωhm! Whitaker, looks like you simply need to remove it and get the pedal bar in between the switch.

It’s supposed to be a brown connector similar to the low level washer sensor connector.

Wait…did I really send you a harness with the correct plug for the switch missing? If so, holy shcnikes I am sorry. Also very important to line up the wires to the correct color.

Hmmm. That’s good. I know the old style brake switch isn’t exactly adjustable but I think it can be angled incorrectly.

Downgrading from power to manual? Interesting. There are ways to make your power windows better and faster. Manual regulators are nice yes but stupid rare. No one makes new ones, all the old ones that are approaching 40 are either getting replaced from years of abuse or age. If you find a doner with manual, then go for it. There’s two types of manual regulators. 1st gen is riveted to the door. 2nd is bolted to the door. A factory power door MJ is quite rare as others have said. Even the high trim MJs didn’t have such. Maybe power lock but not windows unless swapped from a 2-door. since we’re on the topic, has anyone ever screwed around with XJ rear window regulators and bent them to match the fronts?

You’re welcome! Thats an interesting issue. The white vac switch is only for dumping the vacuum from cruise control, that is adjustable and if it’s not adjusted right, cruise control won’t work at all. how badly faded are your tail lights? I’ve had someone tell me once that my tail lights weren’t working only to find that they were and the AZ sun was just washing them out.

You might be one of the few walking into uncharted territory with that one. I haven’t heard of many if at all of deleting the EGR on the 2.5L. Some say that deleting such helps an engine run better. I don’t think smell should be an issue unless your cat is failing.

What’s great is that EGR is a GM Rochester EGR so they can be found vs the 4.0L. Now a lot of guys usually delete the one for the 4.0, never have I seen anyone ask about the 2.5L. Now if you live in a state that doesn’t require emissions, you can remove it, the solenoid and vac harness for the EGR and be done.

I got cruise control to work. Just need to tune it to get it dialed in. Got AC working too. Turns out a Schrader valves gasket was bad. As soon as I pulled it out, there was a piece of rubber that was supposed to help seal the system but failed. So I put in the Free Zone, no leaks, temp gets down to about 45*, not a performer but better than sourcing and converting to 134. Curious as to how it will handle in the summer. Should see 50* which will be better than nothing. I imagine driving around will make it colder as it cools off the condenser more.

That still the 2.5L harness? If so, there is some stuff in there that runs to the gauges. And I have an 86 wiring manual that I can use to help you identify which one is which. 4wd light switch for the cluster

Not entirely true. I’ve got a few manuals that cover the engine and fuel system.

I don’t see entirely why not.

Huh. I learned something new today. I mean most people don’t go and say I should get my manifolds machined when they have their head off for rebuild. Not something one thinks about.

Holy crap! What did you do?! Haha. Honestly impressive.

Sounds about right. I’ve never bought a new one and just kept using my originals. So I see three options, new one from Chrysler fix your original or used. I almost wonder if HO guys have a problem but Renix may not.

What I encountered was fitment issues, bolt holes not lining up, exhaust leak and vac leak. On the XJ during my trial of getting the engine to run from the swap, the intake portion was wet as if fuel was leaking and that was a problem. originals. They need to go through an electrolysis bath to see what shape they are in though now what I think about it.

Yes that’s the gasket. I think the ship quantity is 2 of them but doesn’t hurt to have one extra. I am 100%. Save your less of a battle trying to get all the bolts in and holes lined up on the full manifold. Fun fact, there’s supposed to be a stud according to the parts catalog at the last manifold bolt. My 88 and 84 have not had them.

I have the part number at home for the separate intake gasket. AMC didn’t put a gasket on the exhaust and probably due to the same reason I keep having issues with the full gasket. There is the full gasket but it’s not something Chrysler ever made for the 2.5L. Im not saying dont use the full one since it’s free with the manifold but I’m just more informing ya of the issues I have had.