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I'm getting my flex plate replaced next week by a local, reputable shop, that's done good work for me in the past. I'm going to have them replace the stock CPS since the trannys going to be dropped anyway. Is there any advantage to modifying a CPS for a few degrees of timing, on an automatic...

96 XJ, 4.0, AW4, 214K on the clock. SOOOOO my flex plate is cracked. Question #1: Should I be proactive and change the torque converter while I have the tranny dropped? #2: Is stock the way to go with parts or is there a higher performance option for either? TIA

Will turning the spring on a failing fan clutch give it a little more lock up? Trying not to spend any money until after Christmas. Thanks for any help! 96 XJ 6cyl, AW4, np231 D30/C8.25

I'm looking for a guy that sells complete instrument panel/gauge LED conversion kits. I'm not sure which forum I saw him in and any help would be greatly appreciated.

First, thanks to the guys that helped me diagnose my failed voltage regulator. I learned a lot. Couldn't have done it without you. Second, my local parts stores says that there is a police ECU option for my heap. Can anybody tell me what the difference is? Not really interested in top...

I installed a new alternator, like I have dozens of times before, and its not charging. I had them test it at the store before I brought it home, and tested fine. My battery is a few months old and shows 12plus volts on it own, when I run the jeep, it shows low 12s. The dash volt meter shows...

I was planning on upgrading my alternator later this year but it took a dump today, so here I am. I picked up a unit for a 98 ZJ 5.8, 136amp, to replace my 90 amp out of my 96 XJ. I know I have to replace the fusible link with a 175 or higher ANL fuse, but how. The green wire that I'm...

Wondering if anybody can help my with another electrical gremlin. Here's what happens. A couple of weeks ago my A/C fan switch was acting up. I switched it from low to high with no result. I moved the temp control left to right once or twice and bam, the fan kicked on. The second instance, I...

I read all the treads but now I'm looking for the most up to date information. WHAT IS THE MOST EFFECTIVE WAY TO FLUSH YOUR RADIATOR AND HEATER CORE AND WITH WHAT CHEMICLES? Is it the old fashioned powdered dishing detergent method? The control CLP method? The old Prestone standby? NAPA...

Hello all, Finally getting ready to do my FIRST home brew rear bumper! I have a pretty good idea of what I want BUT I'm always open to others ideas and experience! I would appreciate anybodys pics or ideas from here on out!!!

It's finally time! I'm getting ready to cut and fold my rear quarter panels. I've see all of the how to write-ups BUT I would feel more comfortable if I could see it done on video....like most of my first time ventures! I've been to the depths of youtube with no luck. Anybody got a lead on a...

Any advice on how to get the rear bumper and light duty tow package off the back end of my 96 WITHOUT a torch? I went after the most rearward bolt in the tow package and the nut and bolt just spin. So I have to get the rear bumper off so I can get a wrench on it. I dont see a way to get...

I understand that larger tires throw off your speedometer but what about your odometer? Right now I get 200-240 miles per my 15 gallon tank! Well I get 240 and my son get 200. I know that a larger tire turns more revolutions than the stock tire so you are in fact traveling faster than your...

OK, my wife has finally complained about my XJ habit, but it's not what you might think. At 5ft nothing, she is finally getting a little annoyed with climbing in and out of my heap. All she is really asking for are some additional grab handles. The passenger side one on the roof doesn't help...

Looking for a little general advice. What is the best way to get the drain and fill plugs in and out of a 231 tc. Crescent wrench, wrench, socket???? Size??? 96 AW4, NP231, D30, C8.25

Can anybody help me understand why more XJs don't use blocks in the rear to get any lift. I just finished making my TC drop and it got me thinking. If I used 2inches worth of blocks or plate in the rear, I could get my 2inch coil spacers up front. I'm not really worried about axle wrap or...

I'm ready to make my first set of TC drop brackets!!! I have plenty of bar stock and square tubing laying around. But the measurments I'm finding on websites claiming 1.25" to 3" of drop. Obviously it depends on the application??? This is my FIRST COMPLETELY DIY project. 96 HO, 0630 head...

I've recently found a 2000 donor on CL in my area. The seller is willing to part out or sell whole. I have a '96. Both have 6's and AW4s. I am mostly interested in the interior...... Can anybody give me a short list of what will and will not bolt up. I would REALLY like the entire...

My XJ came with a 3" RC lift. The RC lift brougt the rear end up with an add leaf and the front with new lower control arms. springs and shocks. I put 31" AT tires on it. The rear end has a shim but I'm not sure how many degrees. I removed the rear sway bar. It rides fine. The only time I get...

96 XJ Country HO W/0630 head, AW4, D30/C8.25, NP231, 3in RC lift, 200+K miles Short story: While tightening my oilpan bolts, to eliminate a "2 drop a day" oil leak, I snapped the head of the bolt off. The bolt is on the drivers side, at the pans half way point where it goes from shallow to...