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    Does anyone have the instructions for a Mopar cruise control kit?

    I bought one of these kits and installed it many years ago. I'm thinking I would like to put the wiring back to stock but it had me cut and splice/wires hanging....I really don't even know how to go back without reversing the instructions. Thanks
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    Pic request: rear wheel well area under fender liner

    I need to work on this area today for my rust repair. Does anyone have a nice clear photo of what it is supposed to look like? Thanks!
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    Is there a preferred way to cap off AC lines for a frame off?

    Suppose I was to take the body off the frame... I would need to disconnect the AC lines... Obviously the refrigerant would have to be removed and replaced eventually but would you need to cap off the lines to prevent moisture from entering the system and is there a preferred method of capping...
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    97-02 OEM sound bar: did they have coverings for certain years?

    I got rid of my original one a long time ago. Picked up a used one but the material that is covering it seems different than my memory. I thought I remember it being a more cloth-like material such as my roll bars pads but this one is sort of a thin vinyl covering. Any insights?
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    What difference in steering column between auto and manual?

    Can anyone tell me the differences? I see different part numbers for my 2002 auto vs manual. Was going to possibly buy a tilt column for mine from a part out Jeep but mine is an auto trans and the partout is a manual trans.
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    Is my 2002 TJ factory sub and amp different than all the rest?

    I've always been interested in installing the factory sub and console in my 2002. I recently pulled out the required crossbody wiring harness and console from same model year donor Jeep. The 2002 sub has a 6-way connector. I think the 2003+ has a 12 way connector with two differences being: 1...
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    Anyone know how to disassemble the dash fuse box?

    I'm thinking maybe the front face comes off somehow and that is how you get to the terminals and bus bars? Anyone know how to do it?
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    Anyone ever hear of motor mount neutralization? Here ya go

    I was browsing through maintenance procedures on my DD Ford. For engine vibration symptoms, one of the steps in the troubleshooting is to neutralize the mounts which involves loosening all the bolts on motor and transmission mounts, driving the vehicle forward and backward 2-4ft, and...
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    Anybody have chrome look Apex wheels?

    Was thinking about buying a set I recently saw on marketplace... How do these hold up over time? Do they need to be polished? I think the rims are steel but I don't think they are chrome which is sort of confusing. Do they get rusty? Rims like this:
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    Black plastic condenser seals behind the headlights - Did I put them on backwards?

    I'm wondering if they are supposed to go on so the rubber flap is on the inside of the grill and the plastic pushpins facing toward the outside? Any help? Just when I thought I was making some good progress getting everything back together...I bet it all needs to come apart again
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    Long skinny rubber flap, I think it goes in the grille somewhere? Pic

    Anyone know where this goes? I took the grille apart but I can't figure out how to put this piece back in. Might not even be for the grille, not really sure.
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    Are there any rear bleeder screws available at local auto part stores?

    Nothing comes up when I do a search. For rear drum brakes. Only shows front bleeder screws available. Anyone know a secret brand or part number?
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    Just installed new hard brake lines, proportioning valve connections were bone dry

    Is that normal? My Jeep has been sitting for a long time (6 months+). I thought I would crack the bleeders and let the lines gravity bleed but it doesn't seem like that would work with the proportioning valve connections being dry. Should that whole thing be filled with fluid? I guess I'm just...
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    Getting the frame sandblasted—how far to take the disassembly?

    Ya, I'm sort of already there. I have everything taken apart for exterior painting and interior all removed for the floorboard replacement project. Taking up all of my two car garage. Can't wait to get the fenders and grill back on to free up some space. Now that I already have all the body...
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    Started painting my Jeep and it looks like a carnival ride or a bass boat (Keep going or buy another paint?)

    So I'll be painting my entire Jeep soon...I ordered some silver metallic paint from Summit Racing. I started spraying some of it today on my new fenders and it is very sparkly. This is a hilarious thing to happen because I never liked factory metallic paint and I was thinking about going with a...