I have an '01 Jeep Grand Cherokee. I want it to look cool, but keep its true 4x4 DNA, after all, it is a Jeep. Maybe new tires, lights, Does anybody have any websites that show pictures or products to add to a Jeep? Or if they have any good ideas how to make it look awesome?|||You could do a small budget boost lift from IRON offroad (link below) if you're on a budget. The kit cost's $120 and then you can fit a little bit larger tire on there. The benefit of this is that you can still have a full size spare that fits in the original spare location. If you go much larger than this you either 1) have to have a spare that does not match your tire size or 2) find an alternative place for the spare - just sitting in the back (unsafe!), up top in the cargo rack (lose clearance and not very much fun to get up and down) or a new rear bumper with tire carrier (fairly expensive).
If you're not on a budget then I would go with the 4" lift and a 32" or 33" tire!
Check out the Jeepforum.com link below for more information than you'll ever need on Jeeps...
And don't forget to Tread Lightly...|||dint go rice (body kits and neons)
LIFT THAT BAD BOY AND THROW A CHROME SMASH ANYTHING BUMPER ON THE FROUNT.|||www.quadratec.com
They have all kinds of Jeep stuff and a bulletin board if you have questions.|||get it muddy|||Take the doors off and put the top down. Oh wait, you can't do that! No offense, but the WJ is more of a yuppy Jeep. However, as someone pointed out already, www.quadratec.com is probably the best source for upgrades on a Jeep (any Jeep).|||There are forums on JeepsUnlimited.com. Those guys are die hard Jeep fans and can give you lots of ideas on what to do and where to go. Not to mention a lot have posted pics of their own Jeeps.
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
How do I fix a jeep wrangler 2000 radiator, leaking at the petcock?
I have a jeep wrangler 2000. The radiator is leaking at the petcock. Is it possible to just fix/replace the petcock, or do i need to replace the entire radiator? If so, can you recommend where I can get an inexpensive radiator?|||Just replace the petcock, your radiator it's going to be just fine. Good day.|||you should buy a new one, they are almost immpossible to fix.you can always go to the junkyard for a used one, but they usually charge you just a few bucks less for a used one with no guarentee, you are always better off with a new one|||A new radiator is needed. The plastic tanks crack all the time.... Nothing you can do but replace the radiator... Also change the hoses and t-stat while your in there!!! Good luck|||throw that piece of sh!t away! it is a combination of a metal core with a plastic top and bottom. go on ebay and get a metal one for about 120 bones! if you can get a 3 core! dont go through the hassel I did, you will end up buying a new one anyway!
What is it about a Jeep that makes people so loyal?
It seems like such a loyal club. The people I know who own a jeep claim they will never drive anything else. Why is that?|||I don't know about other models of Jeeps, but I have owned a Jeep Cherokee XJ since 1996, and that thing is rock-solid.
The inline-6 4.0-liter engine is darn near indestructible and I haven't had any problems with the transmission or the part-time Command Trac transfer case. Lived through four winters of notorious Lake Effect Snow in Buffalo, NY and never got stuck.
It's 11 years old and still running strong today. It never had any major repairs-- Just the scheduled maintenance and occasional replacement of expendables (tires, brake pads, etc.)
Too bad they don't make Cherokees anymore.. Otherwise I'd buy another one in a heartbeat. :-)|||BECAUSE THERE FUN!! I own a jeep wrangler and its great! Im not sure about a Cherokee but wranglers are addictive!!! Taking the doors and top off is amazing! Theres a big difference in driving somewhere and having fun driving somewhere.|||Jeeps are just a lot of fun, not really very practical but there is nothing like taking the doors off and putting the top down on a nice day and driving the Jeep. Plus the Wrangler has 66 years of history behind it with the military Jeeps and the CJs.|||I've had mine for 2 months and I am lovin' it. So much fun. Tellin' ya I'm spoiled. I drove our pickup today and I hated to drive it. When it comes to what I drive I will buy another Jeep. The second vehicle will be whatever my husband desires for hunting and towing our camper.|||It's a Jeep thing. You wouldn't understand.
The inline-6 4.0-liter engine is darn near indestructible and I haven't had any problems with the transmission or the part-time Command Trac transfer case. Lived through four winters of notorious Lake Effect Snow in Buffalo, NY and never got stuck.
It's 11 years old and still running strong today. It never had any major repairs-- Just the scheduled maintenance and occasional replacement of expendables (tires, brake pads, etc.)
Too bad they don't make Cherokees anymore.. Otherwise I'd buy another one in a heartbeat. :-)|||BECAUSE THERE FUN!! I own a jeep wrangler and its great! Im not sure about a Cherokee but wranglers are addictive!!! Taking the doors and top off is amazing! Theres a big difference in driving somewhere and having fun driving somewhere.|||Jeeps are just a lot of fun, not really very practical but there is nothing like taking the doors off and putting the top down on a nice day and driving the Jeep. Plus the Wrangler has 66 years of history behind it with the military Jeeps and the CJs.|||I've had mine for 2 months and I am lovin' it. So much fun. Tellin' ya I'm spoiled. I drove our pickup today and I hated to drive it. When it comes to what I drive I will buy another Jeep. The second vehicle will be whatever my husband desires for hunting and towing our camper.|||It's a Jeep thing. You wouldn't understand.
How to fix my 2005 jeep liberty turn signals?
2005 jeep liberty left side turn signals do not work(Front and Rear), The dash indicator doesn't work for the left side, but works for the right. I have turned on the Hazards and both left and right dash indicators both blink but only the right side signals light up. I checked the fuse and they are ok. Any Ideas on what the problem is?|||It is possible that the bulbs are blown but it sounds more like the multifunction switch has a problem.|||Are they both flashing on the outside,, some are equipped with 2 bulbs side beside on each front side ,, is one of them out, My guess is u have a bad bulb somewhere
Jeep 1999 gas paddle seems stuck while running. Have to tap it a little to release the engine throttle?
At the time to stop the car, when I apply the cluch, the engine seems to be still racing. Like I have my foot on the gas paddle. I have to tap the gas paddle gently to make the rpm go down. This happens each time I stop after driving the jeep.
I think it is the accelerator cable that has gone bad. Please help.|||Hey there, I am sorry to hear about your problem with your Jeep, but I think I may a solution for you. The company I work for, Jig-A-Loo, makes a lubricating product that if sprayed into your pedals will not only loosen them up but also will go on clear and not leave dark greasy residue. If you spray it on the pedals and with the car off move the pedals back and forth a few times you should be fine and you wont waste gas or have to deal with your engine running harder than it needs to. You can get Jig-A-Loo at any of these retailers: http://www.jigaloo.com/us/e_store_locato鈥?/a> . If this doesn鈥檛 work, then it may be a much bigger problem than just a sticky pedal, and if that is the case then you will need to have that attended to by a mechanic, so no further damage occurs. Hopefully this can solve your stuck pedal situation and you can save a little money and gas, which is so crucial with these huge gas prices today. Good Luck!
~Lauren|||Resolution: Move the new floor mat away from the gas paddle :)
|||Floor mats? Take them out.
Get a can of WD-40, lift the pedal off the roller and spray the pedal mechanism down. The pedal itself should be on a hinge so you can lift it up and see the roller. With the engine off, open the hood and have someone press the pedal so you can see what's moving. Repeat the process. If you can see the cable, you can try to put the little tube on the spray head of the WD-40 and work it down in the cable, but that's not likely without disassembly of the linkage at the engine (which you don't want to do unless you know what you're doing.)
Keep in mind many of these mechanisms are electronically controlled in later vehicles, so this may not help. It may be some sensor is acting up and you may need to take it to a mechanic.|||Use a little WD-40 on the throttle body return spring (where the throttle cable ends in the engine compartment). Also, with the motor off, work this mechanism back and forth, and see if it is working freely.
Also, keep in mind that it may not be the cable that is sticking, but could be a throttle position sensor that is going bad and not returning the vehicle to idle when you let off the accelerator. Tapping the throttle could be "waking up" the sensor.
Do you have a check engine light on? Does it run rough or seem to have a wavering RPM when the vehicle is at idle?
I think it is the accelerator cable that has gone bad. Please help.|||Hey there, I am sorry to hear about your problem with your Jeep, but I think I may a solution for you. The company I work for, Jig-A-Loo, makes a lubricating product that if sprayed into your pedals will not only loosen them up but also will go on clear and not leave dark greasy residue. If you spray it on the pedals and with the car off move the pedals back and forth a few times you should be fine and you wont waste gas or have to deal with your engine running harder than it needs to. You can get Jig-A-Loo at any of these retailers: http://www.jigaloo.com/us/e_store_locato鈥?/a> . If this doesn鈥檛 work, then it may be a much bigger problem than just a sticky pedal, and if that is the case then you will need to have that attended to by a mechanic, so no further damage occurs. Hopefully this can solve your stuck pedal situation and you can save a little money and gas, which is so crucial with these huge gas prices today. Good Luck!
~Lauren|||Resolution: Move the new floor mat away from the gas paddle :)
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|||Floor mats? Take them out.
Get a can of WD-40, lift the pedal off the roller and spray the pedal mechanism down. The pedal itself should be on a hinge so you can lift it up and see the roller. With the engine off, open the hood and have someone press the pedal so you can see what's moving. Repeat the process. If you can see the cable, you can try to put the little tube on the spray head of the WD-40 and work it down in the cable, but that's not likely without disassembly of the linkage at the engine (which you don't want to do unless you know what you're doing.)
Keep in mind many of these mechanisms are electronically controlled in later vehicles, so this may not help. It may be some sensor is acting up and you may need to take it to a mechanic.|||Use a little WD-40 on the throttle body return spring (where the throttle cable ends in the engine compartment). Also, with the motor off, work this mechanism back and forth, and see if it is working freely.
Also, keep in mind that it may not be the cable that is sticking, but could be a throttle position sensor that is going bad and not returning the vehicle to idle when you let off the accelerator. Tapping the throttle could be "waking up" the sensor.
Do you have a check engine light on? Does it run rough or seem to have a wavering RPM when the vehicle is at idle?
How do you replace the heater blower motor switch in a 03 jeep wrangler?
The button that controls the speed of the fan in my jeep wrangler no longer works in the first three positions. Therefore, I'm forced to use the highest setting when I am running the air or heat. I believe its the blower motor switch based on the parts list but I'm no sure how to replace it without having to take it in and pay a fortune. Is there any advice on how to fix this problem?|||It is not the switch that is bad. The problem is the blower motor resistor. This is located under the dash near the blower motor and is easy to change. They normally cost under $30.00 at any parts store and you can change it yourself with only basic hand tools and there is no wire cutting involved. The blower motor resistor regulates the amount of power that the motor can use by limiting the amount of ground it can use. When these resistors go bad you lose the slower settings until there is only the high setting. Hope I have been helpful.|||99% chance its the blower motor resistor, not the switch. See post below
How much does it cost to replace a head gasket on a jeep wrangler?
1993 Jeep Wrangler YJ 2.5l 4 cyl 5 speed. I am looking into buying this guy's wrangler but he says it has a coolant leak at the head gasket. Should i not buy this or should i fix it, if i fix it, around how much would a shop charge me.|||Just to replace the head gasket, change the oil and filter and refill with coolant should be between $525.00 and $700.00 depending on where you take it.
If you do it yourself, you can do it for around $200.00 or so.
I would suggest getting the head reworked while it's off though. This could run another $250.00 or so.
Hope this helps and good luck|||$500-1000, but this can be yourself for $250
Rebuild the heads professionally
new gaskets, synthetic oil, torqued to specs
good as new|||if thats all thats wrong with then id buy it. and its a very easy cheap fix|||Because of any possible added damage, I would never buy a car with a bad head gasket. Not worth the money or the problems. Usually when you have a head gasket go, it's because someone let the engine overheat and there is almost certainly other damage.|||Do It
Yourself 12 hours
to fix
--- --- $245.71 From $245.71
Take it to a Service Shop
7.5 hours
to fix
$79.05/hr labor: $592.88 parts: $296.59 From $889.47|||well first off make sure the car turns over as in it acts like it will start but dosent or if it does it will blow white smoke.cars when they over heat can leak water into the cumbustion chambers and cause rust and the motor to sieze upwhich means it wont turn in that case i would not buy it due to you will have to replace the motor.if its not seized and really does need only head gasket,a shop will charge around 1000-1800 dollars.well here in california anyhow.I charge at my shop 500but i am a mechanic also but my specialty is autobody and paint.so I guess if it turns over it is not seized but when a car over heats it can effect the trans,and water cooling system, so it one of them cases where you should be careful.If it was me depending on the condition modification if any and miles and it being a 93 unless i was getting it for like 300-4-- i would not buy it cause after you put the money in to fix your looking at easy 1600 hundred for the car now think if it was running will it be worth 2000 . good luck hope i helped some how
If you do it yourself, you can do it for around $200.00 or so.
I would suggest getting the head reworked while it's off though. This could run another $250.00 or so.
Hope this helps and good luck|||$500-1000, but this can be yourself for $250
Rebuild the heads professionally
new gaskets, synthetic oil, torqued to specs
good as new|||if thats all thats wrong with then id buy it. and its a very easy cheap fix|||Because of any possible added damage, I would never buy a car with a bad head gasket. Not worth the money or the problems. Usually when you have a head gasket go, it's because someone let the engine overheat and there is almost certainly other damage.|||Do It
Yourself 12 hours
to fix
--- --- $245.71 From $245.71
Take it to a Service Shop
7.5 hours
to fix
$79.05/hr labor: $592.88 parts: $296.59 From $889.47|||well first off make sure the car turns over as in it acts like it will start but dosent or if it does it will blow white smoke.cars when they over heat can leak water into the cumbustion chambers and cause rust and the motor to sieze upwhich means it wont turn in that case i would not buy it due to you will have to replace the motor.if its not seized and really does need only head gasket,a shop will charge around 1000-1800 dollars.well here in california anyhow.I charge at my shop 500but i am a mechanic also but my specialty is autobody and paint.so I guess if it turns over it is not seized but when a car over heats it can effect the trans,and water cooling system, so it one of them cases where you should be careful.If it was me depending on the condition modification if any and miles and it being a 93 unless i was getting it for like 300-4-- i would not buy it cause after you put the money in to fix your looking at easy 1600 hundred for the car now think if it was running will it be worth 2000 . good luck hope i helped some how
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