Jesse J Posted September 20, 2021 Author Share Posted September 20, 2021 4 minutes ago, coolwind57 said: The thing I like about the open system is that I simply understand it better and therefore can troubleshoot problems easier. Seems much more resilient in my opinion. When I converted mine, I kept the original renix radiator (no fill port) and bought a in-line filler neck and installed it on my upper radiator hose. Dumped my problematic pressurized tank and replaced with a junkyard XJ overfill bottle. Doing the in-line water fill neck route, I didn't have to buy a new radiator for the conversion and saved a lot of money that I didn't necessarily have at the time. Also, I didn't have to fool with a T-stat housing/sensor swap and mod that I think is involved. This might be a desirable option for you if you're tight on funds and your radiator is in fact still good. Good luck on getting this all behind you. Thanks I appreciate it. I think I am going to go more the full open system conversion. I have a parts xj that makes that a whole lot easier. I just want something I can install and not have to mess with for years to come Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ghetdjc320 Posted September 20, 2021 Share Posted September 20, 2021 19 minutes ago, Jesse J said: I just want something I can install and not have to mess with for years to come If you ever figure out how to do that then please let us all know Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jesse J Posted September 20, 2021 Author Share Posted September 20, 2021 1 minute ago, ghetdjc320 said: If you ever figure out how to do that then please let us all know lol I will. I am just super dissapointed it failed on me. Uggggghhh why did I decide I liked old pickup trucks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdog Posted September 20, 2021 Share Posted September 20, 2021 1 hour ago, Jesse J said: lol I will. I am just super dissapointed it failed on me. Uggggghhh why did I decide I liked old pickup trucks Because there different then what most people drive now a days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
watchamakalit Posted September 20, 2021 Share Posted September 20, 2021 41 minutes ago, jdog said: Because there better then what most people drive now a days Fixed it for ya. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jesse J Posted September 20, 2021 Author Share Posted September 20, 2021 3 hours ago, jdog said: Because there different then what most people drive now a days thats a good point Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fiatslug87 Posted September 20, 2021 Share Posted September 20, 2021 4 hours ago, jdog said: Because they're better than what most people drive now a days 3 hours ago, watchamakalit said: Fixed it for ya. Fixed it for ya. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ghetdjc320 Posted September 20, 2021 Share Posted September 20, 2021 4 hours ago, fiatslug87 said: Fixed it for ya. Agreed. The terms “vintage”, “cool”, “classic” and maybe even “iconic” all come to mind but definitely not “better” lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jesse J Posted September 24, 2021 Author Share Posted September 24, 2021 I can't afford a new radiator. can I use the one of the parts cherokee? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdog Posted September 24, 2021 Share Posted September 24, 2021 54 minutes ago, Jesse J said: I can't afford a new radiator. can I use the one of the parts cherokee? Yes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jesse J Posted September 24, 2021 Author Share Posted September 24, 2021 12 minutes ago, jdog said: Yes ok sweet so I just have to get some new hoses. I still don't know what to do about the cherokee. it has a perfectly good HO in it. my dad suggested I pull the engine and harness and put it on a palet in the yard or something. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdog Posted September 25, 2021 Share Posted September 25, 2021 At least pull the motor for a back up or a builder Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jesse J Posted September 25, 2021 Author Share Posted September 25, 2021 should I pull all the HO electronics in case I want to swap? or is that way to much work? I have time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdog Posted September 25, 2021 Share Posted September 25, 2021 You can but you'll need to pull the inside harness as well as all electronics Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jesse J Posted September 25, 2021 Author Share Posted September 25, 2021 would that be the best way to go? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdog Posted September 25, 2021 Share Posted September 25, 2021 depends on your plans Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete M Posted September 25, 2021 Share Posted September 25, 2021 wouldn't be the first time I've pulled good parts and set them aside. do it and worry about plans later. be sure to cover them from weather exposure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jesse J Posted September 26, 2021 Author Share Posted September 26, 2021 7 hours ago, jdog said: depends on your plans I would like to build the spare HO (stroker maybe??)in a year or 3 so fully HO swap because my renix has 312 and counting. 6 hours ago, Pete M said: wouldn't be the first time I've pulled good parts and set them aside. do it and worry about plans later. be sure to cover them from weather exposure. thats smart. the new shop has a overhead s shape with a chain hoist idk about getting the block on a pallet and out of the way. Whats the best way to stop rust from getting to it? just soak it in wd40? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete M Posted September 26, 2021 Share Posted September 26, 2021 WD40 should not be used as a rust inhibitor. it dissolves way too many things and then more or less evaporates with enough time. search youtube for engine storage. I'm sure there are some vids on it. the most important thing is to keep moisture from getting into the engine through the exhaust or the intake. if you leave the manifolds on the engine, it makes that job a lot easier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jesse J Posted September 26, 2021 Author Share Posted September 26, 2021 Oh ok sweet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jesse J Posted September 26, 2021 Author Share Posted September 26, 2021 ok I got the swap finished up this morning. I am running about 10-20 hot still but I havent even burped it yet! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdog Posted September 26, 2021 Share Posted September 26, 2021 210? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jesse J Posted September 26, 2021 Author Share Posted September 26, 2021 1 hour ago, jdog said: 210? I was running a solid 220 but like I said that is pre burp I have a good feeling Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ghetdjc320 Posted September 27, 2021 Share Posted September 27, 2021 For engine storage, use fluid film. It’s lanolin based and won’t break down rubber and plastic like most petroleum based products. It will definitely prevent rust. We even use it to fog engines internally here to protect from salt. Works very well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jesse J Posted September 27, 2021 Author Share Posted September 27, 2021 1 hour ago, ghetdjc320 said: For engine storage, use fluid film. It’s lanolin based and won’t break down rubber and plastic like most petroleum based products. It will definitely prevent rust. We even use it to fog engines internally here to protect from salt. Works very well. thats genius Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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