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Just finished installing a 6" lift on my brother's XJ. During the install, I had to replace the driver's front hard brake line (unrelated to lift), so I removed the intake hose for more hand room and accidentally knocked off the front vacuum line while turning the wrench (it's a 2000, so there...

Seems to have gotten worse over the last few weeks and is now having to turn over 15 times before it actually starts (which feels like a lifetime when holding the key and just sitting there). The Jeep runs fine, recent tune-up, new header, O2's, etc and no CEL. On my old '91, it was the check...

Alright, just installed overhead console in my '97. Everything seems to be working as it should w/ the exception of the temp - it shows 0*C. What exactly can I test for to see if the sensor is working? Should those wires show a certain voltage? How exactly does it work? Does a specific temp...

I have a '97 Country. I'm in the process of installing an overhead console, but I don't have the new factory harness. I've found that the keyless harness already has power, ground, trigger & CCD + and - wires in it. The only wires I'm missing are the two for temp sensor and two for computer...

Sorry it's long, but I have issues.... 1997 Country 4.0 AW4 119k Well, a couple of months ago it would act up some when I would accelerate - the Jeep would fall flat on its face - major hesitation, no power, etc. It would only last for a couple of seconds and then kick back in. It always...

97 Country I'm trying to do a transfer case drop and it's turning out to be a royal PITA. On my '91 I was done in 10 minutes - studs came right out. This beast is another story though. I soaked them for days w/ PB blast. Tried double nuts method. Tried vice grips. Still nothing. So today I took...

'97 Country 4x4 119k A few weeks ago I noticed that the XJ takes a few seconds to finally start - especially first thing in the morning or if it's been sitting for several hours (at work, etc). If I just run into a store for a few minutes, get gas, etc, it will start up instantly. Now, I use...

Did a TC drop on my '91 last week and it literally took 5 minutes. Evidently the rust holding the nut onto the stud was stronger than the rust holding the stud in place!! :laugh: Now, my '97 is a different story - basically rust free minus muffler. So, the nut came right off the stud. I bought...

'97 Country. 118k miles. Tune-up (SeaFoam, plugs, wires, rotor, cap, O2) at 110k. New APN header, 2 core radiator and '00 intake manifold at 116k. The issue doesn't happen all the time. Usually not even everyday. When it does happen though, it's definitely noticeable. I'll go to accelerate and...

I have a '97 Country - it has power locks, windows, etc - so I'm pretty sure the wiring is there for an overhead console. Is it just a connector behind teh glove box or is there a complete harness that is already run to the headliner? The console i bought is from a '99. I bought it from Ebay...

I have an ole beater '91 that I was going to use as a trail rig. I installed a 3" lift and immediatelly afterwards, I hear a droaning / whining noise coming from behind me. Hard to pinpoint the sound. Kinda pass floorboard area, but could be further back - low resonence sounds are difficult to...

'97 XJ. I drive 98% city. So, it is my understanding that the mech clutch is engaged most if not all of that time and that it disengages when at highway speed b/c there is enough airflow that it's not needed. How does this work? Is it thermal? If so, since normal operating temp is 210, what is...

Alright, just bought a gauge so that I can test out my '91s 4.0. I'm going to pull all plugs and tie the throttle body plate wide open. Do I need to do anything w/ the ignition or fuel? I heard that you can ground out the coil wire going to the distributer, but didn't know if that was necessary...

I've noticed over the last week or so that it has taken longer and longer to start my Jeep. I figured it was either my battery or a fuel line check valve gone bad (do 97's have that?? I know my 91 did and when I replaced that it was much faster). It did seem to start faster if just recently run...

I replaced my cracked manifold a few weeks ago b/c the XJ was getting terrible mileage (13.5mpg city and it's a stock vehicle). So, I installed an APN header and for the life of me, I can't get it to stop leaking at the crush pipe connection. The metal "seal" is in there and I can't tighten the...

I remember that I had stumbled across a thread awhile ago and some say it worked and others said they had to make slight modifications. Well, my setup seems to need some modification. The bottom of the last runner for the intake manifold comes in contact w/ the 6th cylinder exhaust. Anyone have...

Just wondering b/c I've seen them listed as 84-96 and then 97-01, but they look exactly the same. Just want to make sure the wiring is the same. I had to rob my trail rig of its NSS to give to my cousin b/c hers literally broke into pieces and now the one on my DD is acting up (again). So, I was...

I have a '97 XJ Country 4x4 w/ 117k on 235/75/15 tires w/ 2" BB. I also have a Camaro Z28 which is a great toy and I love the power and sound, but am seriously considering selling it b/c I could use the money towards home improvements or wife's student loans. So, if I do that, I'd like to get...

Right now I have a 2" lift and it's just to hold me over until I save up/peace meal my ultimate goal together. I will be buying 6.5" coils, bastard pack leafs w/ my current 2" shackles and new shocks. I know a SYE is necessary. Is a hack/tap acceptable or should I use a quality kit such as...

I have a '97 w/ the 8.25 rear and 231. I installed a 2" spacer up front and 2" shackle in the rear. I can feel vibes around 30-40mph - not sure how bad vibes can get, but mine are noticeable and my driver's mirror shakes from it (not like the vehicle is falling apart though). Anyway, do I need a...