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On my 97 XJ Auto trans, I can only get the reverse lights to come on if I push the shifter from reverse foward toward park. This takes the trans out of reverse. Is there an adjustment on the stwich? If so where? TIA...Al Yes, I searched for over an hour.:bawl:

I know many offer aftermarket control arms and are a great upgrade but... My bushings in my stock LCA's are shot and tough economic times are forcing me to just keep the XJ drivable for as few bucks as possible. With that said I know someone who has some TJ lowers that are like new. Are they the...

I have about 3" of lift on my 97 XJ and I'm in need of replacing the track bar. From my searches and reading it seems that I'm kinda in the middle of the stock and the 4"~6" track bars. If I order the Rough Country adjustable(4"~6"), any ideas on how close I'll be to center with only 3" of lift...

I have a small leak where my header is welded together. My exhaust guy said he's only seen a few XJ 4.0's that weren't cracked. I was wondering if anyone here noticed a gain in MPG after a leak was fixed. I'd like to hear some actual experences. I know I can spend money on a new header and...

I have followed a few threads on this subject but thought I'd post this here. I have a 97 Sport and after I swapped in a Junkyard steering column to get the last of my cruise control components, I got a serious squalking sound in the new column. I followed the advise of the other thread and...

I'm currently running 31" tires on my 97 Sport with 4.0 a/t and have no plans to go larger on tire size. My question: Is there any reason that I shouldn't go to 4:11's for my rig? I use this as a dd and often drive 8hrs @ 80mph to the coast to fish on the beach where there's deep sand. (that's...

What's involved in geting the crossmember ready for the drop? Is there studs to remove and if so what's the best method? Thanks, Al

I have a chance to snag a set for cheap. Like new. Just wondering if they are any good? Thanks, Al

My wiper will only work on the wash mode. Also I think there should be an indicator light in the switch, if so it doesn't work either. Anyone experenced this before? TIA, Al

I was considering picking up an extra set of cross pieces(supports) at the junk yard to have 4 on my 97 XJ. This would allow more even weight distribution. I know you can't haul a ton up there without decreasing you interior headroom.;) Just wondering if anyone is using 4 supports? Thanks, Al

I need to replace the seals in my dana 30. Picked up new seals but would like to know if someone could describe the seal driver. I can make one but need to know how long it needs to be. I'm guessing that they can be pulled buy just hooking them with something and yanking them out. Yes I searched...

Hooking up cruise on my 1997 but wondering if stwiches from a 2001 will work? Also do you need a air bag cover for cruise or can mine be trimmed? Thanks, Al

I have found one in the scrapyard and need to know what all is required for the install. I know I'll need the console, mounting brackets,temp sensor but not sure how much of the wiring is in my XJ or if I'll need to strip wiring as well and if so how much. The XJ in the boneyard is a 1997 also...

Swapped out the D35 for a Chry. 8.25 in my 97 XJ and was wondering what is the best method of permament disablement. I know many just pull the fuse for off roading but is this ok for long term? Thanks, Al

As the title states I need to wire up my 97 for trailer lights. Is there a simple plug and go or is it a splice job. I have the harness off the 95 the hitch came off of but there is no plug on my 97 that it fits. TIA....Al

As the title says my guage jumped to 19v along with the check guage light at interstate speed. Once I exited the freeway and was idling at a red light it went back to the normal 14v. It has repeated this several times today and is now sitting in the driveway. Don't really want to drive it till I...

Picked up a used 8.25 with ebrake cables and brake lines in tact at the Boneyard yesterday and want to have all my duckies in a row before I start the swap. I was unable to snag the driveshaft from the jeep since it was missing already. Question #1 Will I need the driveshaft for the 8.25...

Ok guys I figured here's ther place to ask. Let me start by saying I bought my XJ with one "main" purpose in mind. That is to have 4wd to use on the beaches of the outer banks of NC. I don't need lift but would like the Jeep to at least look like it is a 4x4. I don't plan to incerase tire size...

Well I discovered today as I priced a new fuel guage sending unit that there is a recall on my 97 XJ. So the kind folks at jeep will be changing out my sending unit for me on their dime.:) Only trouble is they ask that the tank be at 1/2 or less. Wouldn't you know I just filled her up.... Oh...

Hi everyone...... 1st.... let me say thx for all who make this fourm what it is. "great source for info" 2nd... let me say I have used the search feature and read alot about rear ends but still have a few questions. I recently purchased my first XJ,. It's a 97 2door 4.0l auto 4x4 with 155k...