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    Steel wheels

    I have a stock 2000 tj with factory aluminum wheels which are like new. Is there a chart which shows 15" steel wheels from other manufacturers that will fit. I want to use them in the winter with other tires and not ruin the stock aluminum ones.
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    Rancho RS5000X shock part numbers for no lift

    I was going to order a set of 4 rancho rs5000x shocks for my 2000 stock tj. I wanted to be sure of the part # for a stock jeep. I am sure someone has the answer. It was one of the few things I have not replaced when I redid it and it is time.Up here in Canada I can get them for $75 each with a...
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    Suggestions on how to remove seized upper rear shock bolts

    My 2000 tj was in bad shape when I got it and had to restructure the lower frame because of rust here in ontario canada. At the time I never worried about the shocks and have had it on the road 3 summers now. I know when I go after the shocks the rears will break off for sure. I now there are a...
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    Anyone have a TJ as well as a JK?

    Anyone have both.I have had a 2000 tj for 4 years now and did a complete redo before I put it on the road,frame rebuild,brakes etc. still runs fine but I wondered about getting a jk 2 dr sport also. They seem to have there problems but I wondered what years are better and anyones thoughts that...
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    Headlight warning light

    Hi Guys This has probably been discussed before.I have a 2000 tj.When I leave the lights on and turn off the jeep there is no warning buzzer.A friend with an older car just wired a bulb on the dash that if the light is left on when ignition shuts off he sees the small bulb is lit up.I leave...
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    Turn signal not self cancelling

    Is it a big problem to fix.The problem was there when I bought it.The left signal self cancels but not the right.I have been just doing it manually .
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    Is legal to rent a tow dolly to move a vehicle across Canada?

    I know flat towing is the best but in Canadian provinces it looks like you need to have a brake package to tow another vehicle behind.I was wondering if it is legal to rent a tow dolly to move a vehicle across canada. I am in ontario and will be going to British Columbia this summer.There are...
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    Kargo Master roof rack

    I installed a used kargo master safari roof rack on my tj.It was used and he had a hartop on his. Mine is with the softop and my question is has anyone taken there softop down with it in place. I know you can take the front bolts out and tilt it back,then take it down.
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    Garvin roof rack

    I have a chance to buy a garvin wilderness roof rack for my tj. Anyone have one .I only need it at this point for a kayak but thought $400 is a good buy.I am sure in the future I can use it for camping and general use.
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    Worn syncros

    I have had my 2000 tj on the road for the 2nd summer now. Only 3000 miles the first year. It is a 4 ltr 5 speed. It has 180,000 miles on it and i am sure the original gearbox but with a rebuilt motor 40,000 miles ago.I have no other history but I am trying to contact earlier owners to see if a...
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    Anyone put a kayak directly onto a soft top?

    Anyone put a kayak directly onto a softop .I have heard you can put foam under it. Only going short distances to use it.My top is really old so no great loss if I damage it.
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    Need advice on replacing rear brake hard lines

    I would suggest to just replace them at least at the back if you don't know how old they are.My 2000 tj needed them all and I got all the hard lines in stainless in a kit plug and play for $180 canadian here in ontario canada.Brakes are brakes and your safety should be first.Now when I have to...
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    Do they still make the Highrock 4x4 overhead rack?

    Are they still making the highrock 4x 4 overhead rack by bestop for the tj? It looked like a simple bolt on design for a kayak or a light basket.
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    Inner axle seal installation

    I removed the inner axle seals on my 2000 tj 30 dana front axle.Cleaned everything and I am ready to install the new ones. I measured them and noticed there was quite a difference between the housing and the seal diameter. Housing is 2.120" and the new seal 2.128. I know on utube guys use 2...
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    Confused about front axle seals

    Hi Guys.You guys always have the answers. When I bought my 2000 tj a year ago I did major repairs,frame,floor pans,fenders,skid plate,brakes and 1 front axle u joint. Just before I parked it for the winter I noticed the front passenger side axle started to leak. I guess i disturbed the seal...
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    Recommendations for transmission fluid

    I have a 2000 tj with the ng 3550 manual transmission. I drained it and there was brass in it. I am not sure what oil was in it so I am not sure if whatever was in it caused the brass . I put it on the road in the spring when I got it. I checked to make sure it was full and drove it 2000 miles...
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    Is my brake master cylinder bad?

    When I put my 2000 tj on the road this spring I had done the brake lines,calipers,pads and rear brake spring kit. I had not replaced the rear pistons.No abs. Everything till now has been great for 5,000 miles. Brake pedal hard . Now as I sit I notice the pedal start to slowly go down. No leaks...
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    Soft top removal

    When I bought my 2000 tj it had the hardtop on and the softop in many pieces.I have had it on all summer and when I get to putting the hardtop back on I wondered how to take it off the easiest way so when I put it back on it won't be such a battle.Should I just fold it back and take out the 4...
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    Towing a closed-in trailer

    I have an astro van which I have used to tow my 5 x 8 closed in box trailer with my bike in it. I have a 2000 tj with the 4 ltr engine and see that it was not recommended towing this type. Has anyone done it .It is a 5 speed transmission.I won't be towing at high speeds maybe 50 -60 mph tops.
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    Best ride yet

    Well here it is. I know you guys already know what I am about to say. I got this 2000 tj in bad shape late december 2017. I worked on the under side of the frame( basically doing rails),new brake lines,the usual.Someone said who at 70 would lay under a jeep for 3 months cutting and welding on a...