ok makes sense maybe it is time i warm up my clamp tite tool. i believe it is a constant tension clamp
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Jeep Wrangler TJ Cooling System Overhaul FAQ
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X2 to constant tension clamps being a better solution than common aftermarket worm gear hose clamps that can't adjust their tension for different temperatures or hose shrinkage/expansion.
If the Dorman 620-112 bolts up to the stock fan clutch, which I believe from posts on JF it does, is it an improvement over the stock 5 blade? Are there any negatives to the 9 blade swap?
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000C122US/?tag=wranglerorg-20
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000C122US/?tag=wranglerorg-20
OP
I don't think there would be a negative to it, but you won't gain anything from it. Trying to make the engine run cooler won't yield any sort of performance gain. Of anything it can actually hurt performance, as the engine ECU is optimized to run in a specific temperature range.
OP
68382492AA replaces 5012366AF, so you can use either on your 2004.
That Dorman part you linked to above looks like the correct part to me!
OP
Don't always trust the diagrams either. They are wrong from time-to-time. I'd order it and see what you get.
That one on Amazon is shipped and fulfilled by Amazon, so worst comes to worst, you could easily return it without any hassle (Amazon is amazing for returns).
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Xposure
TJ Enthusiast
Is this water pump part number correct? When I look it up on a different website it shows a different Mopar pump that is $160 where the one above is only $50....what I’m getting is Mopar pump 68382489AA....can anyone verify if the one in this write up is okay to get for a 99?
OP
Yes, I'm 110% certain that is the correct water pump part number. See here:
https://www.wermopar.com/oem-parts/mopar-water-pump-assembly-68382489aa
That part number was just superseded with a newer part number, that's all.
Xposure
TJ Enthusiast
Xposure
TJ Enthusiast
I used the link in the original post for the Mopar coolant but after doing a little reading it looks like that Mopar coolant in the link is OAT not HOAT....is that correct? I ask because the write up said get a HOAT
Rather than the Mopar brand, many TJ owners use Valvoline Zerex G-05, a quality HOAT coolant available at nearly every parts store:
Xposure
TJ Enthusiast
I have a 97 4 cylinder, and every part store I've been to has had the wrong numbers for the heater hoses. Got PO'd and just used bulk hoses
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One of my clamps broke during my overhaul. Anyone sourced new constant tension clamps? Like, they know what size to grab? Parts manual says 32mm for the lower hose...no flippin way. Looking at that clamptite tool, I might just get that, because by the time I buy all the clamps (they are are corroded) I'll have just as much into the tool as I would the 8 clamps I need.
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If anyone finds constant tension clamps in the right size, I too would love to know where to get them and the sizes used!
SOMD-JeepFan
Member
I have seen multiple part numbers for a radiator for a 1998 SE Auto. Can someone confirm if all these part numbers are interchangable? I just bought this Jeep and it has 122k miles, so I guess I should knock out some preventative maintenance.
Original post: 55037653AB
wermopar: 55037654AB
Rockauto: 5102983AA
Original post: 55037653AB
wermopar: 55037654AB
Rockauto: 5102983AA
Santiou
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On my case, jeep starts to overheat on very steep hill climbing at low speeds, etc. Never on open road, so when i bought it i bought a radiator brand new. Nothing fancy, ebay about 180$, and inmediately replaced fan clutch that was bad.
Two years later, after flushing coolant system about 4 or 5 times with radiator cleaners. I replaced radiator, hoses and put good quality coolant on it. About 250$ in parts, without replacing water pump and thermostat, besides i bought it a year ago too.
Now never hit vertical position on the temp indicator, even going uphill during hours to slow speeds or abusing on summer. Thermostat installed on the car is factory, must be opening at 90degress celsius. Enough for me by now.
Two years later, after flushing coolant system about 4 or 5 times with radiator cleaners. I replaced radiator, hoses and put good quality coolant on it. About 250$ in parts, without replacing water pump and thermostat, besides i bought it a year ago too.
Now never hit vertical position on the temp indicator, even going uphill during hours to slow speeds or abusing on summer. Thermostat installed on the car is factory, must be opening at 90degress celsius. Enough for me by now.