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  1. TJoe

    Rear drum brakes chattering after drum replacement / service

    I recently had my brake pads and front rotors/rear drums replaced, as they hadn't been serviced in a while. The mechanic had to flush the rear brake fluid as well. I noticed a new chattering/chirping noise at lower speeds that stop as soon as I apply pressure to the brakes. I took it back and it...
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    Rattles inside A/C air recirculator door

    Before y'all say "It's a jeep thing", there is a buzzing that only started recently and it is generally only apparent around 2500 rpm. It's driving me absolutely nuts. It is coming from under the dash and sure enough, I reached inside the air recirculator door after hitting around the area and...
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    WTB: Cruise control parts

    I have a mostly stock 1999 SE, which means zero comforts and conveniences off the lot. There is no prewiring so I also need some harnesses/pigtails if possible. Basically I need: Cruise control servo with bracket Clock spring with CC wiring Steering wheel buttons Wire harnesses Anything else...
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    WTB: Cruise control parts

    I have a mostly stock 1999 SE, which means zero comforts and conveniences off the lot. There is no prewiring so I also need some harnesses/pigtails if possible. Basically I need: Cruise control servo with bracket Clock spring with CC wiring Steering wheel buttons Wire harnesses Anything else...
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    Any good alternatives to Pro Comp 2 inch lift springs?

    I've been looking into getting a 2/2.5" lift lately and came across Chris' post about putting one together https://wranglertjforum.com/threads/a-recipe-for-an-affordable-but-quality-2-5-lift.41687/ The problem is that the Pro Comp springs listed for the rear aren't available anywhere as of now...
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    Leather boot install

    I just got a new leather shift boot from Redline Goods and am trying to install it, but it seems to be a bit small and I can't get it over the edges as per instructions. Any suggestions on installing it?
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    WTB: Mopar Rock Crawler Bumpers

    Looking for a new rear bumper (mine is a bit crushed) and front as well if I can get a good deal or snag a Mopar rock crawler front/rear bumper. I really like the styling of them. Located in NM, willing to pay for shipping.
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    Bumper and tire carrier suggestions

    So... I just got rear ended and now my tailgate and tire carrier, as well as the rear bumper are warped and pretty much trash. The damage isn't crazy, but Its hard to justify trying to repair them, so I think I'll have to get an omix or crown tailgate and have it painted. The issue is that some...
  9. TJoe

    Spice or black soft top on Desert Sand Pearl '99 SE?

    I have a '99 SE (meaning no painted fender flares) with an old spice colored soft top. The windows are visibly less discolored than the upper doors and the main top because they were off a lot of the time. the Velcro is deteriorating, the slider windows are starting to fall apart, and the back...
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    WTB: Hardtop

    Doesn't matter what model year or even color. I just really want a hardtop that's either in New Mexico or willing to be shipped. I have a 99 SE so there is no pre-existing wiring or switches so I'm not too concerned about defrosters and wipers.
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    Installing OEM Running Boards / Side Steps

    My 99 SE never came with side steps, but I want to install some oem ones. I have these holes here already that line up with the step mounting holes that just go straight into the frame. I know I can't just drill bolts in but I have seen elsewhere that I may need nutserts or to use a tap, but I'm...
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    Adding factory sub to an SE that never had one

    I installed a center console from an '03 with a sub in my '99 SE recently (I ordered one without a sub but they sent me one with a sub anyway), and there is no factory connector from the stereo to the sub. Is it possible to find a used wire harness and connect the sub to my existing stereo setup...
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    A/C noise and slow acceleration

    I'm not sure if this is normal for 2.5l TJs, but whenever the A/C is on and turned to cold you can here a kind of additional drone, whirring type noise at certain RPMs. For example, when accelerating I notice the additional sound, as well as hampered acceleration speed, but I turn it off and...
  14. TJoe

    Roll bar cover upholstery

    Just got my stock seats reupholstered (cause I like the stock functionality) and I think they did a great job. Now I'm thinking of getting some custom upholstered roll bar and sound bar covers in black with foam, because it seems any third party kits have rough reviews. What do you guys think...
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    Under hood light pre-wired but never included

    I have the existing wiring for the under hood light, but a light was never actually there. If I order a light would I just be able to plug it into the harness with full functionality? Also, which are the best ones to look at to order? I've heard the stock one is pretty lacking in light output.
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    Help removing spray paint from interior trim

    I recently attempted to restore my inner door panels on my '99 SE half doors using some camel colored SEM spray paint. Little did I know that this paint is quite a bit off from the actual camel interior color and is instead an ungodly orange in contrast with the rest of the plastic interior that...
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    Angry Sparrows and Transmission Knocking?

    - Angry Sparrows? - Transmission Knocking? So I have two different problematic sounds. The first seems to be the dreaded angry sparrows. It is only heard above roughly 20mph and the sound accelerates with the vehicle, so my suspicions are placed on the front drive shaft. Others seem to...
  18. TJoe

    Dash Rattle on Passenger Side

    I know there are a lot of posts about rattling coming from the dashboard, but none have been able to help me diagnose what is causing mine. It sounds like it's coming from inside the dash on the passenger side. I have removed the glove box, ash tray, ziptied and/or taped wire harness connectors...
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    Is a full center console worth it?

    I use my 1999 2.5l SE as a daily driver and it never came with a full center console - only the half console with one cupholder. I've been considering getting one from eBay for the armrest functionality, extra cupholder, and extra storage. They run anywhere between $150 and $300 used, so what...
  20. TJoe

    03-06 center dash bezel in a 97-02

    Does anyone know if a center dash bezel from an 03-06 tj will fit in a 99 tj? I tried to repaint mine due to fading and really messed it up, so now I'm looking for replacement options. I really like the more rounded cutouts of the newer model bezels, but the switch panel and ash tray area is...