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    Did I get ripped off by this mechanic?

    Hey folks, looking at a mechanics bill in disgust right now and wondering if I should be. Situation: AX-15 tranny swapped to a "new"er one from a junkyard. Cost: $650 for labor to replace tranny and swap clutch (also needed) and swap tranny, transfer, and gear fluids. Is that a decent price...
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    Did I get hosed: Average tranny swap cost.

    Hey folks, looking at a mechanics bill in disgust right now and wondering if I should be. Situation: AX-15 tranny swapped to a "new"er one from a junkyard. Cost: $650 for labor to replace tranny and swap clutch (also needed) and swap tranny, transfer, and gear fluids. Is that a decent price...
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    1995 AX15 into a 1999 XJ??

    OK So the reverse gear on my tranny is chipped and the clutch is starting to go so I checked craigslist and found a tranny from a 1995 XJ that works great with under 100k miles on it. Will this swap into my 1999 xj? It current has the AX15 with a 241 t case with stock motor and drivetrain...
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    Feeler: 1999 2D for sale.

    OK So I am off to college next year and I am sadly considering selling my 1999 2D XJ. Although its not for awhile I am taking any offers now and would be willing to part with it now Here is a link to my build threads to get complete picture list: http://naxja.org/forum/showthread.php?t=1009902...
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    Chipped Reverse Gear on AX15... rebuild possible?

    Hey all, Well with all the wheeling I've been doing lately I got a good deal of water in my tranny fluid. Before I realized something was wrong I chipped or broke off a tooth on my reverse gear on my AX15 transmission (what my mechanic said). It still runs fine and will back up normal but it...
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    Leaking c8.25 diff

    Yesterday I noticed that my differential on my rear Chrysler 8.25 axle is leaking from the plug in the middle of the differential cover. I have also been getting some odd knockings on takeoff and I am wondering what could cause this and what to do to fix it. Any thoughts? Do I need to stop...
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    What metal to use for roof rack?

    Ok so I am planning on making a roof rack in the next few weeks and here is the thing; I know crap about welding and metals and all that rot. I obviously am not going to weld it myself (I got a few buddies who know a thing or two about welding) but I need to know what metal will make a good...
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    Reverse sounds like a roller coaster... tranny going?

    So I start backing up out of my driveway today and I notice a clack similar to that of a rollercoaster's chain drive (intermittent clacks ever second or two). It seems like it might not fully be going into the reverse gear (Its a 5spd manual tranny). Anyone had a similar problem/or know how to...
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    Anyone have a CAD model of an XJ?

    So I have been designing a few things for my jeep via a CAD program (autodesk inventor) and I want to see how they will look on the jeep itself (its a roof rack) and I don't have the time or experience to get truely realistic image of a jeep. So does anyone have a CAD image of a XJ?
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    This is too tempting, someone talk me out of it please

    So we all know the sad truth that no matter what mr. internet says.... you will always get what you pay for. That being said I saw this on harborfreight and well I am being tempted by its elusive "too good to be true" price...
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    Santa's Bringing 4 KC Daylighters... does he need to pick up a new alternator?

    So Santa left out the order confirmation for 4 KC Daylighters and although the surprise is now ruined I at least have some time to do some research. Question number 1) The stock alternator on my 99 sport, can it handle the new lighting with stock wiring etc (no mods done to it) Question...
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    RE 4.5" with Bushwackers.... where to go now

    OK so i currently have a 1999 2D with a 4.5" RE SF kit, bushwackers, rolling on 32" BFG AT. I want to make the jump to 35's and I am wondering how much more lift I will need to get there. I plan to get a control arm lowering kit (don't get in the longarm v lower kit argument please... theres too...
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    WTB Labaron hood vents.

    So I've looked all over the scrapyards in the NH seacoast and just can't find a single Labaron at all let alone on with hood vents. So North Atlantic members, If anyone is in a picknpull and spies a pair I would gladly paypal you some cash to send them to me. Just send me a pm if you can obtain...
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    Labaron hood vents anyone?

    Hey there, I am looking to buy some Labaron hood vents for my xj. I have tried all the local picknpulls and found nothing of the sort so if anyone out there has a pair send me a pm and I will be happy to buy them off you for a reasonable price. I know this is meant for classifieds butfor some...
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    Adjustable locker help

    OK i've searched for locker help but I just can't find a straight answer on what i feel is a simple question. I want a adjustable locker for a Chysler 8.25 rear axle for my XJ. What exactly (like do I need an air compressor, cables anything) do I need to have it 100% running and what will this...
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    Southern NH wheeling spots

    So I live on the coast in NH and my heep got lifted around 4 months ago. I am just looking to see if anyone knows of any good spots to do some wheelin and/or muddin. The more specific the better (addresses people) but honestly I just want to be punched in the right direction
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    Won't shift into 4L

    I have a 99 XJ 5 speed with a 4.5" RE lift. Unfortunately I have had a problem since i got the jeep where the Transfer case will not shift into neutral or 4L. I can get from 2H to 4H but it will not move any more after 4H. Is there something i can do to fix this and get into 4L?? I am not...
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    Creaky steering

    After a weekend of some mildy serious wheeling my 99 XJ with a 4.5" RE kit on 32" BFG ATs seems to creak when i turn. More or less every time i turn the steering wheel she seems to creak on me and its quite unnerving driving (just wondering when its gonna give out) Anyone know what is making...
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    Can i paint over stock paintjob if im keeping the same color?

    So I have a 99 2D chilipepper red XJ. I love it. The color is perfect and I want to possibly rice up my paintjob a bit as it has taken a beating from the brush and trees I run through when I am "exploring" the new hampshire backcountry. I found a guy on another forum selling a gallon of...
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    New paintjob help

    moved to http://naxja.org/forum/showthread.php?p=244591713#post244591713
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