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Old 03-02-2018 | 02:24 AM
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Originally Posted by SatiricalHen
Did a compression test on the Comanche....
Cylinder-psi
1-30
2-30
3-30
4-0
5-30
6-10
And it runs still. Not sure if the compression gauge was completely off or if it's just trashed.
It wouldn't run with those numbers. Something is not working right. It doesnt make a big difference if the throttle is open or not. Even a cold engine should read better then that. Get another tester.
Old 03-02-2018 | 07:54 AM
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Originally Posted by redmuck
was gonna take her out on my 3 days off, but started her just to find out the altenator seized up. belt is kinda shot too, so around 160 or so to replace it all, depending on what i buy.
All I can say is take your time replacing the alternator. It at first looks deceptively simple and yet in practice a colossal PIA.
Old 03-02-2018 | 03:03 PM
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Originally Posted by jpk
All I can say is take your time replacing the alternator. It at first looks deceptively simple and yet in practice a colossal PIA.
Remove the battery tray. I had to cause I have a front skid but it was not that bad getting it out for me on my '00. Funny thing was when I installed the front skid I realized if I ever had to do this job out from underneath was not an option. So I removed my battery tray, anti-seized all the bolts, cleaned it up and put it back together. Well sure enough............
Old 03-02-2018 | 03:10 PM
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Default 99 cherokee classic p0340 crank no start no spark

HELP!!!! this is my first actually asking for help but I've been reading alot of these forums and learned a lot from u guys but now I need help I have a crank but no start with no spark I have replaced the coil,plug wires,distributor cap,cam position sensor,crank postion sensor there's no breaks in any of the wires on the harness. After this I'm stump on why I'm getting the code and no spark please any idea would help
Old 03-02-2018 | 04:00 PM
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Think I would be taking my life in my hands with these?

Amazon Amazon

I can get four new ones, 2 sets, pretty cheap. Just to be clear the 4 ton rating is for 2.
Old 03-02-2018 | 04:08 PM
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I've been using a set of those for five years. Mine are red instead of yellow. 2-ton, I think
Old 03-02-2018 | 04:16 PM
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Originally Posted by NewKindOfClown
I've been using a set of those for five years. Mine are red instead of yellow. 2-ton, I think
I always thought my suspension was in good shape height wise. Finally got around to measuring it. On the the most level ground I could find I am at 16.5 inches in the rear and 17.25 in the front. With a full tank of gas. Thinking this is nothing. Especially with the additional weight I have put on her lately. The running boards, skids, the power seats, etc but I have been toying with duplicating an Up Country suspension. I currently own some Snap On and Harbor Freight 3 ton ones and wondering if I should go a little bigger if and when.
Old 03-02-2018 | 04:22 PM
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Got a Harbor Freight near you?

https://www.harborfreight.com/6-ton-...nds-61197.html
Old 03-02-2018 | 04:27 PM
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Originally Posted by EZEARL
Been looking at those. Not really sure which way to go. But really own need two if and when I do the Up Country suspension I guess.

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Old 03-02-2018 | 04:37 PM
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Originally Posted by SatiricalHen
Did a compression test on the Comanche....
Cylinder-psi
1-30
2-30
3-30
4-0
5-30
6-10
And it runs still. Not sure if the compression gauge was completely off or if it's just trashed.
There could have been leaks around the threads. Possibly from not being tight enough
Old 03-02-2018 | 04:38 PM
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The higher the jack stands will put your XJ the better when doing the suspension. The 4t ones extend to a bit over 17 1/4". The 6t ones extend to 23 3/4". I used 4 6t ones when I did mine.

https://www.craftsman.com/products/c...tands-one-pair
Old 03-02-2018 | 04:45 PM
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I'll be buying 6-ton (or possibly 12t) this summer just because my Wrangler is so damn tall. But don't be too concerned about the weight. Remember the stand isn't holding your entire vehicle
Old 03-02-2018 | 04:46 PM
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Originally Posted by EZEARL
The higher the jack stands will put your XJ the better when doing the suspension. The 4t ones extend to a bit over 17 1/4". The 6t ones extend to 23 3/4". I used 4 6t ones when I did mine.

https://www.craftsman.com/products/c...tands-one-pair
Yea I think that the Craftsmen are going to stay at the store. Just spend the extra money on the 6 ton. 4 though? For safety or just cause you did front and back at one time with the whole Jeep in the air?

Probably just as well. Now I can just buy them if and when instead of jumping on the Craftsmen now cause of the price. Would be $35 for the two sets before tax though.

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Old 03-02-2018 | 04:52 PM
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I use 4 jacks stands frequently when working on one end of the vehicle. They're not just for holding the frame & body up; you need a second set to hold parts of the suspension or drivetrain in place at times.
Old 03-02-2018 | 04:56 PM
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Originally Posted by Tbone289
I use 4 jacks stands frequently when working on one end of the vehicle. They're not just for holding the frame & body up; you need a second set to hold parts of the suspension or drivetrain in place at times.
I was thinking about that. But figured I could use my Snap On and Harbor Freight 3 tons ones for the axles and use the 4 Craftsmen for the Jeep itself. But I am guessing if I do one end at a time I can just get by with one set of the 6 ton.


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