Recent content by JPs01XJ

XJs and KJs use equal length shafts. nfletche, swapping the axle is a lot of unnecessary work. Just change the back plates and drive!

Check your alignment, too. If the wheels are toed-out, they will drag under sharp turns. I have experienced this problem and also had it exhibit the bias you described when turning left.

My horns died a few weeks ago when I was 'modifying' stuff, and I blew a fuse on the same block. Check there first.

Install a switch inline on the wire that energizes the compressor. This should let you use the settings you desire to control air flow but preventing the compressor from being engaged. My heat can keep up with Texas winters, but I plan to try this in the spring so I can take advantage of the...

I'd be interested in going that weekend. I may have a couple buddies who would join as well.

I have a 2001 with the dreaded LP Dana 30, Mini Cats, 0331 head, etc. I'm at 244,500 miles with no problems from any of the 'problematic' parts. I say you operate with some common sense and a little discretion and you'll be fine. They '99 has some good advantages, but the '00-01 models...

Use donor parts from a Liberty axle, and then you can get a set of shafts too. I found a complete axle for for $140. FYI... You do not have to change the backing plate mounting studs on your axle. Redo the caliper connections with soft connections like Talyn advised. You can use lines...

I've had my eye on this unit from JVC... http://www.crutchfield.com/app/cart/default.aspx And here is an excerpt from my conversation with one of their service advisiors. Agent: "Welcome to Crutchfield Online Chat. How may I help today with your product selections and purchases?" Jentry...

Since changing the OF adapter o-ring is not a frequent repair, is anyone intersted in selling their fabriacted tool? I need to change my o-rings but have no way of fabricating. I have an 2001 4.0 if there are any takers.

I love the idea of a roll-down rear glass and tailgate, but there would be a lot of fabrication to make either one happen. That always kills my dream. What I have been giving serious thought to lately is replacing the side glass in the cargo area with either a stainless steel frame with a...

I would like to see your ideas on storage and cargo management. It seems like a lot of DIY ideas use wood because it's cheap and easy to work with using most home tools, but it's also heavy and can absorb moisture. For the Rear Something constructed of thin gauge steel (CS or SS) would be...

Make sure you swap wheel studs! It was pointed out to me yesterday when rotating my tires that I have less than 1/2" thread engagement in my lugs! The tech as Discount Tire said each lug should have 10 full turns before tightening down... I have 4. I have the Libby axle shafts from my donor...

I don't recall having seen a 97+ with a 4-cylinder.

If you went from TOTALLY bald tires to new tires with 16/32 of tread, this could account for some of the difference. The bald tires would require you actually drive further (smaller diameter), and falsely increase mpgs. They would also turn easier (require less power) being smaller and lighter...

The swap goes pretty easy. I did the swap on my '01 last summer, and the only new part I needed were e-brake cables. I would recommend changing axle seals while you have it apart. I did not have to change axle studs for the backing plate. For cables, you can do one of the following: 1) Keep...