1998 tj

  1. M

    1998 A/C Control Unit

    Hey friends, I’ve been researching a DIY A/C project through collecting the parts from JeepAir’s online manual. Problem is, the control unit for a 97-98 is crazy expensive. JeepAir’s manual (attached to this post) mentioned the climate control panel as an “A/C Control head face plate.” Does that...
  2. 9

    1998 4.0L TJ radiator hose clamp - Correct sizes?

    Dear TJ family, I recently purchased a 98' TJ sport and I'm having difficulty finding the correct factory style radiator hose clamps, ordering 55037990AA (size 50) and 43389000 (size 47) which appears to be the wrong size. Unfortunately, all of my current clamps are aftermarket leaky worm...
  3. Dutchmen76

    Jeep running like crap

    Every time I start my 98 wrangler it ideals fine for a few minutes then Rpms drop to almost 0 then it catches itself and does this repeatedly. I’ve replaced the MAP sensor the TPS and I’m not sure what else to try. Anything would be greatly appreciated
  4. Fletcher

    Cherry gets a makeover

    First Post/Thread Disclaimer (proceed at your own risk): ~~~ Purchase Date: 2021.02.09 ~~~ ~~~ Latest Update: 2021.04.08 ~~~ I'm a first-time TJ owner, so this is all new to me. I'm pretty comfortable working on vehicles (mostly chevy/dodge trucks so far, but I've taken to it pretty quickly)...
  5. CTJeep

    1998 TJ 4.0 5-speed shitbox build

    Here’s my shit box build guys: this is all the work I’ve done so far: FRAME Rebuilt with adjustable perches Dana 44 Rear axle Installed With new backing plates Dana 30 Front axle installed Now geared at 3.73 New clutch, Axle shaft U joints, Brake cables/ hoses upper and lower ball joints...
  6. Kmalakowsky

    Engine oil leaking into trans housing on tcase side of flywheel in bell housing

    I am completely lost for ideas. We have recently put in a new rear main seal and oil pan gasket while we had the tranny and tcase off. We started her up and were about to take her for a test drive when we noticed a pretty fast-ish leak dripping off the bottom on the bell housing.... and it would...
  7. F

    What years of roll cages are interchangeable?

    Good afternoon all, Looking the exchange my roll cage on a 1998 TJ rebuild- base of the posts are rusted out. What years can be interchanged for the roll cage for a '98? Thanks for the help! Kevin
  8. 98Wrangler-JR

    1998 TJ 2.5 automatic starting in 2nd gear

    Alright i have a small issue if you could help me figure out the issue id appreciate it alot. I have a '98 wrangler se (auto 2.5) and when i put it in drive it tends to take off in 2nd. If i take off using the manual shift its fine. Fluid levels are fine no water in tranny. Any ideas what it...
  9. TmLIsMe14

    Questions about audio upgrades for my 98 TJ

    I was wondering if anyone has done any audio upgrades besides just the soundbar and the front speakers. I am looking to try to fit a subwoofer in the back of my 98 TJ Sport. If anyone has done this could someone please chime in? What size subwoofer would be ideal, and the maximum that could fit...
  10. C

    Really weird issue with 2.5L

    So every time I start my Jeep no matter if it’s just run for 2 hours or 10 minutes, fully warm or cold no matter what exactly 2 min after starting it will just stop putting power to the engine. It’s kinda hard to describe but immediately at around 2 min of running it will just have no power...
  11. TmLIsMe14

    Cluster gauges dies when drving

    I'm not sure what the problem is but sometimes when I am driving my 98 TJ 4.0 my gauge cluster dies. My speedometer and my RPM gauge goes to 0 with the airbag light coming on. Nothing else is affected, I can drive normally but it is an inconvenience. Any thoughts or suggestions?
  12. myjeep3

    Looking for help on purchasing a Jeep Wrangler TJ

    Hello. I have been trying to source a jeep to buy, and most of the 97-2000 TJs that i have looked at have some frame rust that need repair. and those that seem ok (still some frame rust), and lifted they want too much money$$ for them, $7k+ I am thinking of just getting one that need some work...
  13. ljmcgeahy

    Clutch is making a growling noise while idling

    So I’ve had this problem going on for a while but it’s been off and on. I have 1998 2.5 liter with 72000 miles and the clutch is making a growling noise when idling. When I engage the clutch it goes quite but is still slightly there. It doesn’t have any problems changing gears but the noise it...