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The engine didn't have any coolant in it and was just reaching overheated mode too fast. Maybe the fuel rail was getting too hot too quick??

Turns out it was the radiator was cracked. The overflow was full so I didn't think to check the level in the rad directly. Fixed the rad and now shes running smooth. In Cali now near the Rubicon trail.

Also I want to add that when it's cool, it hesitates. When engine is warmed up to ~230 it dies.

1997 XJ sport 4.0 4 dr. Need help to get car running and out of this dessert. Need advice on what might be the problem. On the way into Moab, the car overheated, I think due to running the AC and electrical fan starting to go. I let it cool, checked oil+coolant for contamination, added water...

I found a brand new RT Off Road valve cover on craigslist for a good price, mainly for bling, but also cuz I know that a solid machined cover should seal better. They list is for 1993-2001 XJ & generally all the later year 4.0 HO's. I have a 1997, which uses the torque limiting spacers &...

thanks a ton!

I need to fix a leak and wondering which of these Felpro gaskets I should get. I have a 1997 XJ 4.0. Amazon is saying that the VS50458R is correct, but I thought that they were all the same other than the early Renix which used cork and an aluminum cover. Fel-Pro VS 50522 Fel-Pro VS50458R...

Check continuity between all the wires in the harness. Draw out the wiring diagram and see if everything makes sense.

Cool project! Was always interested in the VM engines. Drove the newer GC diesels for work and really liked them.

Does anyone know if these are the right pin+springs for the 2210-LR locker (Dana 30) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000CORT9O/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1

Thanks for all the replies, and sorry for the delay in responding. It's a 97 with 31" tires, but will likely go with 33" when these wear out. It stops "fine", but I've had a couple moments where I was doing an emergency stop and pulled into the shoulder to make sure I didn't hit the car in...

just add a hidden switch in a secret location that powers the coil or ecu or something. Problem is that you'd have to remember to turn it off every time you get out or it's pointless.

I want a bit better braking performance and might go to WZ or WJ brakes in the future, but in the meantime, will going to a 1.125 master cylinder help braking performance? Thinking about the hydraulics, it would push more fluid for the same travel, but would be more difficult to push. I have a...