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  1. JoeSpit

    Control arm bolt removal

    was planning to replace all of my control arm bushings. Of course the first bolt on the first control arm is being stubborn as all hell and seems like the bolt has fused with the bushing sleeve. I probably have to cut it as i've tried to press it out with ball joint press which i think got bent...
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    Broken exhaust manifold bolt

    Welp i knew i've had a cracked exhaust manifold for some time and i finally decided to get wrenching on it. I come to find out, not only was my exhaust cracked I am also missing all but one intake manifold bolt. Seems like most wriggled out as the one left was finger tight, along with the outer...
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    Sputtering and stalling only while driving

    Hey gang, so after replacing my fuel pump (twice) and ignition switch. I am still getting my sputtering/stalling. so let me take you back -My OEM fuel pump was getting loud and i had to chage it out. did that and it worked well for a week. -then i wasnt getting proper spark or power to the...
  4. JoeSpit

    No power to coil (I think)

    hey gang, so on my 00 wrangler 2.5L has had a few issues lately that i thought was my fuel pump going bad (which it was) so i replaced it and everything started running worse. At first i thought it was something with the fuel system, like maybe a leak in the line and even re-replaced the pump...
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    New fuel pump assembly issues

    hey gang, i just installed a new delphi pump assembly on my tj and it seems to be worse than my old one that was loud and on its last legs. I'll crank n crank, do the off/on accessory trick to no real avail, then all of a sudden it will just turn over with no issues while driving. Now i did...
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    What fuel pump to buy?

    hey gang, i gotta change out my fuel pump soon and was curious to know if anyone had had any good experiences with cheap amazon/ebay sub $100 fuel pump assemblies, or should i just spend $200+ and go to o'rielies with that replacement warranty?
  7. JoeSpit

    Many cranks to start

    Hey gang, my 2.4 with 160k miles has started to need multiple cranks attempts to start. some times it starts with two cranks minimum but other times it needs like 6+ attempts. i"ll crank then turn off ignition and wait to hear the fuel pump turn on before cranking again. once it starts it idles...
  8. JoeSpit

    Easiest lift kit?

    should i even bother replacing springs? how do i tell if they overly worn?
  9. JoeSpit

    Easiest lift kit?

    they too big to fit on screen
  10. JoeSpit

    Easiest lift kit?

    NEVER!
  11. JoeSpit

    Easiest lift kit?

    you might be right as it looks like parts'll be 1000+shipping. plus, ive not gotten stuck yet on these maui trails so i probably no need
  12. JoeSpit

    Easiest lift kit?

    what about 2.5''? thats goanna make a headache? I'm having trouble finding 2'' springs
  13. JoeSpit

    Easiest lift kit?

    Aloha gang, i had 6 girls in the ol' jeep the other day and man were my bump stops working overtime. My jeep's got 164k miles on it and has probably never had springs or shocks replaced. I figure i might as well give it a lil lift when i replace, but what would be the easiest kit to get? whats...
  14. JoeSpit

    Speedo cable

    Hey gang I unplugged my speedo cable and now i cant plug it back in securely. What does one gotta do to get that clip thing working on the plug? I cant seem to remember what i did to take it off in the first place and i dont want to force/break it
  15. JoeSpit

    Broken front axle / u-joint (How do I wheel in 3-wheel drive?)

    i started doing things before anyone even answered... jumpin the gun again go figure.. i pulled both and dammed the housing so i hope it just sitting wont do something to mess the bearing. until then fatboy e-bike awayyy
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    Broken front axle / u-joint (How do I wheel in 3-wheel drive?)

    hey gang i was changing out my u joints and on my first side i bashed up the small half axle shaft. I live on Maui so i got to order a new one online. my question is: should i keep the long shaft on or the short shaft or just get rid of them both n plug the housing hole until the new one...
  17. JoeSpit

    limited slip/ auto locker

    hey gang i was thinking to close out my diffs a bit. My thinks was to run a limited slip and and auto. Which should i run in the front/rear? i wanted to be more streetable but still capable to get me out of most ruts, but am i just spinning my wheels or should i just run auto or limited slips?
  18. JoeSpit

    Uneven tire wear (camber adjustment?)

    you guys are amazing. i can feel how much smoother the jeep runs now... ill fix the steering wheel later as im all cleaned up. next i got my 2'' lug adapters in for some newer used wheels and tires and then a 2.5'' lift thanks again to yous all!
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    Uneven tire wear (camber adjustment?)

    alright well I adjusted the tow to the specifications but now it would appear that the steering wheel is off slightly to the driver side. i found it was easier to twist the tie rod near the ends rather than the middle and did the majority of the twisting on the drivers side... but that shouldnt...
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    Uneven tire wear (camber adjustment?)

    agreed and thanks for the great resorce gonna go get the tubes and da clamps and set it today. guess if i upgrade tire size or do suspension lift ill need to re toe?