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  1. Mazepam

    Resting RPM determined by Clutch Override Fuse

    Hello! I just noticed that after disconnecting my battery to let the ECU reset I plugged my clutch override fuse back in and that increases my resting idol rpms, does anyone know the reason for this? I'm assuming its based on the circuits of this fuse. If i don't have the fuse in I idol...
  2. Mazepam

    Cylinder 2 misfire code (possible electrical issue?)

    Hello all! So i just noticed today that i have the P0302 code, first check engine code on my TJ it has 61k miles on it. It idols very low and sputters when accelerating but then its perfectly fine when it gets going. I'm thinking this might be some sort of electrical issue and here's why. I...
  3. Mazepam

    Coolant Concentration

    Hello! I have a quick question about the necessity of having a certain coolant concentration. I just flushed my system out for the first time and filled it with Zertek G05. I notice on the bottle it says that 50/50 would give a -34 freeze and 265 boil. So right now my reader reads at...
  4. Mazepam

    Adjusting front pinion angle

    Hi all just wanted to run this by the board to see if this is a good idea. what I was thinking of doing was putting a jack under the pinion then removing both lowers or uppers, and then lowering or raising the pinion output. Would this rotate the axle sufficiently? Other option is to just...
  5. Mazepam

    Tie rod end condition

    Hey all! So doing a ZJ steering upgrade right now so here is the condition of the steering system I'm replacing is this way to much play in the joints? This is an 05 with 46k miles on it and it had 2 instances of death wobble before I solved it.
  6. Mazepam

    Quick Question on Vibrations

    Good Morning All! So i have a quick question I changed my rear control arms this weekend, i don't have a SYE kit i have a 2.5 inch suspension lift and a 1 inch mm lift. I put the arms to the same length as stock so nothing has changed. I notice though i feel a very slight...
  7. Mazepam

    Question About Cooling System / Temp Gauge

    Hey All! So I'm not sure what the electronics behind the cooling system is but it seems like ONLY when I'm driving over about 65 or so MPH on the freeway my temp gauge will be all the way to the right of the center line, it doesn't go way over to the right but its as far as it can go over...
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    Is it normal for there to be plastic pieces in the starter?

    Hey Gents! Really looking over my TJ this weekend i replaced the OPDA because i had a squeal that was coming from that area and i was having trouble starting the jeep. Well this morning its still there, still trouble starting but the screeching sound is wayyyyy quieter, however i was down...
  9. Mazepam

    What is this on the back pasdanger side of my engine

    Hi all, Quick question what is this om the passanger side of my engine and should it be sticking out like that? It almost looks like it twisted out.. It almost looks like it should be flush.
  10. Mazepam

    New Jersey 2021 New Jersey Wildwood Jeep Invasion

    Anyone going to this? They just opened up registration cause Uncle Phil lift all covid restrictions. Its July 9th to the 11th. I got my ticket for the weekend, ill make a weekend out of it with the wife and freinds...
  11. Mazepam

    Is this my OPDA?

    Hey All! Im adding the YouTube link incase you cant see it, im comparing it to the really loud OPDA failure videos online and im like 95% positive this is what it is. Do you think this noise is my OPDA I just starting noticing it yesterday morning on cold starts when I rev the engine. I have...
  12. Mazepam

    Help me read my alighemnt specs

    Hey Everyone! So i seemed to have solved my Death wobble with a new adjustable track bar and new ball joints, lower control arms and upper control arm bushings. But the steering is still all over the road. its fine over bumps though. 2.5 inch suspension 1 inch body lift and 33X12.5X15...
  13. Mazepam

    Death wobble after 2.5" suspension lift, 1" MML, and body lift

    Hello! I have a 2005 jeep wrangler X almost exactly 45,000 miles on it as of today. So a few weeks ago I installed a 2.5 inch lift it was only the coil springs and shocks, i did notice my steering was a little more wobbly then usually especially after hitting bumps going anywhere over 50 mph...
  14. Mazepam

    Question About Taping Up Side Frame Holes for Winter

    So the time has come for me to return to commuting again. I was wondering if it is advisable to tape or cover the holes on the side of my frame just to prevent road salts from getting in there for the winter. I live in Central Jersey. I have had the 4 holes by the front and rear control arms...
  15. Mazepam

    SOLD "Bomb Proof" Motor Mount Kit for 1" Lift (YJ, TJ, LJ)

    Hey all! I have an extra Motor Mount lift for Jeep TJ, its a totally unopened box its from the below link. No Zinc plating. https://mountainoffroad.com/collections/all/products/bomb-proof-motor-mount-kit-for-1-lift-97-06-yj-tj-lj?variant=14539027087471 I'll sell for $75 and ill eat the shipping.
  16. Mazepam

    What coolant do I have?

    Hello, I was wondering if anyone could tell the coolant in my jeep. Its a 2005 tj x. It doesn't look like I need it changed anytime soon it has 40k miles on it. I bought it a few months ago and I can't find any records of it being changed In the carfax to ask a dealership what they would have...
  17. Mazepam

    2005 Jeep Wrangler X factory spark plug replacement mileage?

    Hey All! I wonder wondering, my TJ has almost 40k miles on it, i bought it about a month ago and no where in the service history do i see anything about them changing the spark plugs. The service manual says to change them around 30k miles but I haven't experienced any symptoms of them going...
  18. Mazepam

    Very subtle fluttering or ticking sounds from under my car or in the engine

    Hello all, I'm sure this as been asked about before but I'm experiencing a very soft fluttering sound almost like someone is shuffling a deck of cards, its probably coming from under me or from the engine, although i notice it when my doors and top are on. I can hear it mostly in 1st and 2nd...
  19. Mazepam

    New to the TJ family

    Hey everyone! Officially a member of the family now found this thing after a year of looking. 2005 x only 38k miles minimal rust. Me and the wife have a 2020 JL but it wasn't enough for me haha.
  20. Mazepam

    Need advice on a possible 1997 TJ purchase

    Hello all new to the forums here. So I have a 2020 unlimited and I'm looking at buying a tj I found this listing on Craigslist. Looks like it was a project car they bought it for about half the price and replaced the frame and brakes and made it look new. Only thing is the guy said they didn't...