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Year: 1998
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0 L6
Oh no! It ended! LOL looking forward to more haha, definitely subscribing. And what are the leaf spring liners for? Other than lining the leaf springs obviously.... LOL But yeah, I thought you just greased it
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all leaf springs have some sort of liner or abrasion pad at the tips of the individual leafs, as well as in the middle. This is to prevent metal on metal contact and allow the springs to flex up and down with the vehicle. I took it a step further with full length "pads" (aka liners) so I wouldn't have to drill new holes in the leafs. Drilling through spring steel is extremely difficult.
I've heard of greasing too, but that's mainly muscle/drag car guys that do that. It's not really suited for a DD or off-road vehicle since grease acts like a magnet for dirt. I am using the slip-plate coating for a greaseless slippery surface in addition to the liners since it will not hold onto the dirt
I've heard of greasing too, but that's mainly muscle/drag car guys that do that. It's not really suited for a DD or off-road vehicle since grease acts like a magnet for dirt. I am using the slip-plate coating for a greaseless slippery surface in addition to the liners since it will not hold onto the dirt
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Someone mentioned a low-friction paint (rattle can) that works well on leafs, just can't remember who or where it was.
Like the build! I'm a month into my first Jeep and I'm gettin' lots of good ideas... mine is still bone-stock.
Like the build! I'm a month into my first Jeep and I'm gettin' lots of good ideas... mine is still bone-stock.
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Coils I used the Rustoleum Pro in hopes it will hold up under the spring action
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Went wheeling a bit on Christmas. Brought the fiance along and got some good photos
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Engine: I6 with Mustang fuel injectors; 60mm Throttle Body;
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Year: 2000
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0L 242 Power Tech I6
Originally Posted by dukie564
Boomcheckit....
Headlight Brush Guards
Headlight Brush Guards
My 2000 has that different bezel, with the relocated side marker.. I'm trying to use short pieces of threaded rod, with some sprayed PVC across the light. I was having trouble trying to run vertical pieces as well, since the front indicator is so close below the headlamp. But screw it.. looks fine without! Haha.
Nice job!
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yea it's just 3/16" smooth steel rod with speed clips on each end