09/09 Q/A Session - Jeep Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited - Page 10

frumpy · 09-09-2008, 05:52 PM

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Originally Posted by JeepEngineers

Dealer communication is about to go out and the Dana 60 rear is available now as a "builder's kit" with leaf spring mounts and limited slip differential.

if you can, any idea on price?

JeepEngineers · 09-09-2008, 05:53 PM

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Originally Posted by djmiani

Have a quick question... I have an 04 tj x and there seems to be grease (?) leaking from the back of the front axle where the drive shaft connects to it. I have very little knowledge of axels. Is this normal or is this a serious problem? How can I stop it?

Some minor seepage is not abnormal. To totally stop it, it would need a new seal.

Is it leaving a puddle? If so - get on it and get it fixed. If it's just wet, probably OK.

**Panici** · 09-09-2008, 05:53 PM

Hey guys, i'm doing some wiring, and I need to find a highbeam trigger wire in the dash.

I'm looking to get a splice off this highbeam wire to the OEM switch panel/cigar lighter area, so closest to there would be best

jeepcrd2010 · 09-09-2008, 05:53 PM

Corporate is mandating $1000 reduction per jeep, what zones are you looking to trim.
My votes: lighten up the unlimited by 500 lbs.
How can you cut weight and cost?
Rhino coat instead of carpet?
Take off plastic trim (but paint under it).
Simple light cheap slider window doors?

JeepEngineers · 09-09-2008, 05:53 PM

Thank you all for your feedback on the headliner for the Hardtop! We would want to make it to cover the majority of the interior surfaces. Thanks again.

JeepEngineers · 09-09-2008, 05:55 PM

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Originally Posted by djmiani

Have a quick question... I have an 04 tj x and there seems to be grease (?) leaking from the back of the front axle where the drive shaft connects to it. I have very little knowledge of axels. Is this normal or is this a serious problem? How can I stop it?

It sounds like you have a pinion seal leak. At the very least you should check the level of the fluid. A minor leak can look like a lot of oil, but over time will diminish the fluid level. It's also possible there may be grease coming from the u-joint which should also be checked. If you are not comfortable looking at these items have your dealer inspect them.

iagainsti · 09-09-2008, 05:56 PM

I searched the other qtr engineer threads but couldnt find an answer to my question so hopefully this hasnt been asked already. I just purchased a 08 2 door Wrangler X and I dont have a passenger airbag disable light like all the 07's seem to have. Next to my hazard light is just a blank. It appears some 08s have this option while others do not ? Do you know why the disable sensors in the passenger seat are only in certain 08 vehicles ?

JeepEngineers · 09-09-2008, 05:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Panici

Hey guys, i'm doing some wiring, and I need to find a highbeam trigger wire in the dash.

I'm looking to get a splice off this highbeam wire to the OEM switch panel/cigar lighter area, so closest to there would be best

Best thing to do would be to get a factory shop manual at www.techauthority.com

Be careful tapping into existing circuits though, we design the circuit protection around the "factory" load placed on the circuit. Adding any additional load could cause some problems.

JeepEngineers · 09-09-2008, 05:57 PM

Last chance guys - ask away . . .

broncofire75 · 09-09-2008, 05:57 PM

Any changes coming up in the next few years to the Rubicons with all the emissions and crap they have to pass?

Any chance on making them bigger? LOL

frumpy · 09-09-2008, 05:58 PM

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Originally Posted by JeepEngineers

Last chance guys - ask away . . .

Quote:
Originally Posted by JeepEngineers
Dealer communication is about to go out and the Dana 60 rear is available now as a "builder's kit" with leaf spring mounts and limited slip differential.

if you can, any idea on price?

Matt08jk · 09-09-2008, 05:58 PM

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Originally Posted by JeepEngineers

Where it's dam cold !

A few places.... usually like 20 to 30 below zero for cold starts, warm ups, and defroster performance.

Not the fun trips.... BRRR !

Well I am available to help out during the next winter run, any intern vacancies?....which engineering/design program/school do you guys hire from the most?

**Panici** · 09-09-2008, 05:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Panici

Hey guys, i'm doing some wiring, and I need to find a highbeam trigger wire in the dash.

I'm looking to get a splice off this highbeam wire to the OEM switch panel/cigar lighter area, so closest to there would be best

Quote:

Originally Posted by JeepEngineers

Best thing to do would be to get a factory shop manual at www.techauthority.com

Be careful tapping into existing circuits though, we design the circuit protection around the "factory" load placed on the circuit. Adding any additional load could cause some problems.

Alright, i'll look into getting a shop manual then.

I'm just using this tap to trigger a relay for my Aux. Lights.

JeepEngineers · 09-09-2008, 05:59 PM

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Originally Posted by jeepcrd2010

Corporate is mandating $1000 reduction per jeep, what zones are you looking to trim.
My votes: lighten up the unlimited by 500 lbs.
How can you cut weight and cost?
Rhino coat instead of carpet?
Take off plastic trim (but paint under it).
Simple light cheap slider window doors?

While we are always trying to control costs of the vehicles we offer, we are currently not under a edict to remove $1000 per vehicle. Thanks for the suggestions.

**Elev8orman** · 09-09-2008, 05:59 PM

Hi, I have a '97 TJ which loses fan speed when on the highway.
The fan is on med-hi and after maybe half an hour I'm down to
a trickle out of the vents. After an hour parked it works fine, like
nothing was wrong. Any ideas?

Thanks in advance.

09-09-2008, 05:53 PM	#139
jeepcrd2010 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: az Posts: 13 Profile Gallery Classifieds My Jeeps	$1000 per jeep reduction? Corporate is mandating $1000 reduction per jeep, what zones are you looking to trim. My votes: lighten up the unlimited by 500 lbs. How can you cut weight and cost? Rhino coat instead of carpet? Take off plastic trim (but paint under it). Simple light cheap slider window doors?

09-09-2008, 05:53 PM	#140
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