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Hello all! Recently, I was parked at the grocery store and when I returned to leave, I couldn't drive forward?? Almost like the ebrake was cranked on. My ebrake has always been very weak as it is. I could drive in reverse no problems. It felt like I was towing a huge load? I pulled the front...

Hello all, it has been 7 months since my last confession**Seriously though, I had modded the XJ, worked out the bugs and she's been one of the most reliable vehicles I have ever owned. My question is this, what is the purpose of the orange diode that sits on the driver side behind the head light...

Hello all, it has been 7 months since my last confession ;) Seriously though, I had modded the XJ, worked out the bugs and she's been one of the most reliable vehicles I have ever owned. My question is this, what is the purpose of the orange diode that sits on the driver side behind the head...

Hello all. I have a 1990 Cherokee Pioneer XJ. 4.0 IL6, 5 spd. The clutch recently needed replaced. That was definitely long over due. Works great. Now, when I shift from 2nd to 3rd I can feel the gears mildly grinding, not to extreme yet. It Definately feels like a tranny issue. Could it be low...

Hello all. I have a 1990 Jeep Cherokee XJ Pioneer, IL6, 5 Spd. The other day I noticed that when I turn on the heat it only blows on the windshield for defrost no matter what position the selector is in. It just happened. Not sure why. When I move the selector to vent or floor, what controls how...

Hello all, I have a 1990 pioneer il6 with a closed cooling system. I purchased it about a year ago and I have done a ton of work to it since then. One problem I had last year is when the coolant reservoir blew up. It was obviously old and the plastic was cracked and probably brittle etc. I...

Hello all, I have a 1990 Cherokee Pioneer. I just had a total of 3 New fuel pumps installed consecutively. When I brought the Jeep to the shop my gas gauge worked fine as it always has. After the first fuel pump was installed I noticed immediately that the gas gauge was all over the place, not...

Hello all! It's been awhile since my last post. My jeep, 1990 XJ Cherokee Pioneer has been running like a top for over a year now with no problems. So, I'm due for some issues. I started it after work yesterday and immediately noticed that it took about three times longer than usual for it to...

Hello all, I have a 1990 Cherokee XJ Pioneer. I am ready to buy a front steel bumper with two tow rings that will mount to the original bumper mounts. I have seen many different choices, I am looking for something simple and effective. Where is a good place online or in town (Denver) to purchase...

Hello all, I have a 1990 cherokee xj pioneer. I trimmed the front fenders awhile back , they turned out great. I finally got around to trimming the rear fenders. I cut above the pinch welds. I now have separated the two pieces , not by much. How should I fill in the gaps? It looks great, I just...

Hello all, I removed the front flares, wheel wells and cut off an inch and a half of the fender because my tires were rubbing. Not anymore, looks great and functions perfect. I was wondering if there is any reason to remove the rear flares and cut the fender? I am running 31x10.50 BF Goodrich AT...

Hello all, Thank you all for the tips and advice on this little project, it had to be done on the front at least. I cant post pics, I think because im not an official member? How can I post some pics?

Hello all, I have a 90 Cherokee with a 3" lift, new rear leaf spring packs, new shocks all the way around, New front springs with 3/4 spacers. 31x10.50 Bridgestone AT KO tires. 8x15 wheels. Pretty standard lift if you ask me. The inside of the front tires (When flexed) rub the front lower flare...

Hello all, Ive noticed that when I step on the brake pedal it hisses, sounds like an air leak? It makes this sound when I step down just a bit, then it will stop if I step down harder. then if pressed down all the way, it will start hissing again. Any ideas, thanks again!

Hello all, I finally got the new two row radiator for my 1990 Cherokee. It has a threaded port on the top and bottom of the left side end for , I assume -a transmission cooler. I do not need these , should I plug them with some sort of a brass plug or leave them open? The auto parts house said...

Hello all, I have been debating on which radiator I should buy, two or three row. Is a 3 row over kill? If I buy a 3 row from radiatorbarn.com will it slide right in my 1990 Cherokee XJ Pioneer, 4.0 L, I6? The 3 row doesn't cost much more than the 2 row. Thanks y'all!

Hello all, I might have a possible cracked cylinder head. I need a good diagnostic/Leak down test etc.. done so I know which direction to go with the Jeep. Napa said I needed to pull the cylinder head then they would send it over to their shop to test it, didn't sound like a bad idea. Im in...

Hello all, I have been dealing with an overheating issue for 3 months now, the other morning I started the Jeep to run an arrond and it was running like crap and smoking from the exhaust. I took it to a brakes plus around the corner to have them do their free diagnostic. Two days ago they said...

Hello all, I have been having an overheating problem for months now. I just found out that the radiator in my jeep is a single core!! UGHHHH! I will be replacing it ASAP. I am wondering if I should install a 2 or 3 core? What parts house is a good choice to purchase one? Napa, Auto Zone...

Hello group, I have to replace both of these gaskets. I haven't replaced these before but I can save a fortune by replacing them myself. I'm curious if there are any step by step instructions or videos out there?? Any pointers would be greatly appreciated! I have a 1990 Cherokee Pioneer 4.0L...