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T-case failing on me... Long time no see - largely on the basis that I've not done much maintenance for a while and moved on to a WJ for a fair time ago... Sorry that it's not strictly XJ-related, but NAGCA are a POS and as much use as a chocolate fireguard for advice (RichP excepted), so I...

I think that I've managed to bend the half shaft yoke in slightly when swapping out/ in a new UJ, as I can't get the C-clips to go in on both sides: I never knew it was possible to do it with a vice, but that's the only sensible conclusion I can come to. In order to make the thing fit, I'm left...

I'm having some wierd probs with my new WJ: it won't rev to above 3500 revs unless I start using the gears! It seems to be exactly the opposite behaviour to most WJ trannys which go funny on account of the TPS. Any suggestions? Could it be to do with a leaky brake booster, which I also have?

I suppose these are pretty standard questions that can relate to any jeep, but I'd appreciate some guidance. Firstly, there's a hissing from the brake pedal, which gets worse after braking. It stops when your foot's on the pedal. I assume it's some sort of vacuum leak, but 2nd and 3rd...

Hi, I'm looking into getting a 1999 4.7 V8 WJ, and it's running very rough (ie, cheap!). Apparently the lambda sensor is melted and as a result is running very rich. Would it just be a matter of picking up a new sensor, or is it likely that the cat is also damaged? Any other causes I should...

I've just had my 98 XJ written off by the insurers following an argument with a tractor, and am being "encouraged" by my better half to look at a Grand Cherokee, and a WJ at that. Has anyone had any experience with these things? I know the 4L engines will be good, but what about the V8s...

At the risk of being flamed for not searching (which I've done), here goes... I've looked around, and I think I know the answer already, but I'd like to hear it for you all. Current setup: DD '93, 180,000 miles, 4.0l, AX15 with 3.07 axles and 235's. The 235s are a bit on the generous size...

I have a ZJ conversion on the back of my 93 (8.25, non-ABS) and wondered if it would swap over OK to a 98 D35 with ABS? I know the thing should just bolt up, but what additional pitfalls are there with the tone rings and other nonsense like that? Sorry to bore the multitudes with yet another...

I wondered if anyone knew which fuse I can pull to disable the passenger airbag on a 98 sport? This is to allow us to fit a rear-facing baby seat. Two fuses (27 & 28 IIRC) control the airbags, but looking at the fuse diagram requires you to have a bloody degree in electrical engineering, and...

I'm looking at a base model 98 Sport, with no aircon - would it be possible to install it? I assume I'd need to pull the compressor, condenser, charcoal canister, heater controls, pipes and something electrical. Anything I'm missing from there? Would this be a bear of a job, or would it be...

I've been noticing a whine getting louder and louder over the past few thousand miles, and wondered what the hell it is... Can you help? It's an open 8.25 axle, on a 93 Sport. It appears to be related to speed, and only appears under load when the diff has warmed up. I'm assuming it's the...

Hi, A while ago I overheated and seized the engine in a Ford Cargo rigid I use for carting my horses around in. After messing around and changing the head gasket I have managed to get her running, but roughly. There are two problems that are immediately apparent that I have to get sorted -...

I have a small but very irritating problem with my front wash/ wipe function - it disnae work! About a year ago the wash/wipe switch (non-cruise) on the indicator stalk stopped working the front washers, but the dash switch has continued to work front and back simultaneously, so I never...

I posted just before Xmas about my clutch master going, so I changed it out and had good results for a week or so, but now the problem's back again! Can anyone help me by confirming my diagnosis please? (93 XJ, AX15, internal slave) I'm getting reducing pressure at the pedal which builds up...

Today's patient is a 93 4.0l, AX15, 170,000 miles. I changed the gear oil about 10,000 miles ago (GL5 - I know, I know...) and everything's been OK since. However, yesterday, I came off the motorway after 20 minutes and had a bit of trouble finding any forward gear. I say forward because I...

In anticipation of having to do a rebuild/ stroker one day, how heavy is the 4.0 HO engine block? Alternatively, how much weight should I anticipate to load onto an engine stand when rebuilding an engine? I don't want to buy a stand, only to find it break on me!! Thanks.

Just an idle thought, but what's the minimum recommended size of air compressor for running things like an impact wrench, nibbler, drill and other air tools?

I've got holes developing in between the gutter and roof rail on both sides, as well as a hole at the top of the windscreen. Has anyone ever tried replacing these parts themselves, or should it really be a job best left to the experts? I'm able to get hold of chunks of roof easily enough, and...

Has anyone done this? I've got the poly bushings and have finally got round to buying some grease nipples and a tap & die set so that I can make a low-hassle lubrication point to stop them squeaking. Does anyone know if you need to add more metal to the outside surface of the control arm, so...

I was looking under my dash yesterday and found a funny black box ziptied to a brace just left of the steering column. The box is about 3"x3"x1" and has 7 wires (IIRC) running from it to a white connector. The connector is about 1" square, has 3 V's moulded into one edge, and has round...