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Are the leaf springs from all xjs all the same? I think im going to buy a new 3'' lift kit, with add a leaf, and buy some stock used leafs, never used for a lift . I cant afford new whole leaf packs.
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I'd appreciate any info on a weird oil pressure issue I've been having.
My oil pressure dropped seemingly out of nowhere from ~40 psi to only about 5 on the gauge. This happened about two months ago. Even if I step on the gas, it doesn't go any higher than 5, but if I'm on the highway for a while it will randomly jump up to 40, stay like that for a few minutes, then drop back to five.
Also, maybe once every other day, when I start it, the gauge will not respond at all, it will display the "Check Gauges" light, and then move up to ~5psi after a few minutes at idle.
Anyone heard of this before? Would autozone or a similar store have a manual gauge I could use and if so, where would I connect it? Thanks for any info you might have.
My oil pressure dropped seemingly out of nowhere from ~40 psi to only about 5 on the gauge. This happened about two months ago. Even if I step on the gas, it doesn't go any higher than 5, but if I'm on the highway for a while it will randomly jump up to 40, stay like that for a few minutes, then drop back to five.
Also, maybe once every other day, when I start it, the gauge will not respond at all, it will display the "Check Gauges" light, and then move up to ~5psi after a few minutes at idle.
Anyone heard of this before? Would autozone or a similar store have a manual gauge I could use and if so, where would I connect it? Thanks for any info you might have.
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Though I'm afraid I can't help much, it might help others get a better idea of what you've got if you posted the year of your Cherokee, as well as the engine size.
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I'd appreciate any info on a weird oil pressure issue I've been having. My oil pressure dropped seemingly out of nowhere from ~40 psi to only about 5 on the gauge. This happened about two months ago. Even if I step on the gas, it doesn't go any higher than 5, but if I'm on the highway for a while it will randomly jump up to 40, stay like that for a few minutes, then drop back to five. Also, maybe once every other day, when I start it, the gauge will not respond at all, it will display the "Check Gauges" light, and then move up to ~5psi after a few minutes at idle. Anyone heard of this before? Would autozone or a similar store have a manual gauge I could use and if so, where would I connect it? Thanks for any info you might have.
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I am using a fairly inexpensive Mopar filter, time to change that up?
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From the research I've done, the Mopar filters are made the same as Purolators, which are good filters. In my eyes, at least. So I think you'd be good with that filter. But- don't just take my word for it. I will freely admit I don't know as much as most people on here.
Oh, and the next time you cruise past an autozone or other parts store, swing in and see.
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Cruiser: I'll call around in the morning to all the auto parts stores and see if anyone has one I can rent. I disconnect the sending unit and connect the mechanical gauge in its place correct?
Chuck: Yeah I've heard the same about Fram filters, I'm glad the Mopar one isn't a POS.
Chuck: Yeah I've heard the same about Fram filters, I'm glad the Mopar one isn't a POS.
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On my post last night I stated the year model wrong on my question.
I have a 85 XJ with a 904 auto, that will not change into 3rd gear. It would not go into reverse until the engine warmed up. I changed the filter/fluid & adjusted the reverse band. There was nothing abnormal in the pan. It now goes into reverse like it should but still no 3rd. Any help appreciated, or is there a thread on this? thanks.
I have a 85 XJ with a 904 auto, that will not change into 3rd gear. It would not go into reverse until the engine warmed up. I changed the filter/fluid & adjusted the reverse band. There was nothing abnormal in the pan. It now goes into reverse like it should but still no 3rd. Any help appreciated, or is there a thread on this? thanks.