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Hey everyone, first time posting but I wish it were for something more fun! 2004 LJ Wrangler Unlimited 4.0L Automatic here. Several weeks ago while making a turn at a stop sign in my residential neighborhood my beloved Jeep had what I suspect is transmission trouble, but I hope might be...

I recently had noticed that my Grand Cherokee would start to feel sticky when accelerating, but is no transmission issue, will not happen when going sports mode and not all the time It got worse when I hit a hill, and even the engine light came on, but flashing, but it went away I deactivated...

My 1997 Jeep Country is my baby. I drove her across the country to our new home in Tennessee, and then she started missing out after a few days. Took her to local mechanic with good reviews online and he wants to put in new engine/transmission. Basically at a cost more than she is worth on...

I am original owner of 1993 Jeep Wrangler YJ 4.0 with 213k mi. and was experiencing the low torque for past several years, recently engine began running very rough when I was climbed a hill pulling a small trailer. I found that I have zero compression in cylinder 1 and only about 115...

Hello everyone! I'm looking for advice on a good mechanic in the Atlanta area preferably (or somewhat close) who is a good choice to swap out my inline 6 on my 85' CJ-7. I've had this Jeep for 11 years now and its never been Out Of Order. It's always started and run just fine. This is a true...

Hi everyone. I have a mechanical dilemma. I have an 81 Jeep CJ7 with a T176 transmission and a 350 Chevy engine. When I am driving, I can (and sometimes can't) drive to a destination that might be 20 mins. away with no problem, but when driving back, all of a sudden, when I am driving at...

Wondering if anyone has ever seen this issue....or ideas: Check engine light, due to bad rear o2 sensor. Replaced both o2 sensors, check engine light went off. After driving 40 miles, light back on. Mechanic verified with computer that the o2 sensors are working. Reset the light again. After...

Hi all. I was looking for mechanic recommendation for prepurchase inspection near BLOOMINGTON, MINNESOTA. Any help would be appreciated. Also, any thoughts on purchasing a 2019 Grand Cherokee Altitude (which is an appearance package for the Grand Cherokee Laredo). Things i should consider etc.

Hi guys and gals. I dropped into the forum to see about finding some help for an issue that I'm having and have not been able to specifically find what I'm looking for. I'm sure it's not a common issue posted, because I am having trouble with a mechanic doing some repairs on my Compass. I...

1985 Jeep CJ Loredo 6Cyl manual trans. Passed the emissions portion but failed SMOG due to EVAP leak. It leaks gas with a full tank so I suspect I have broken lines or seal somewhere. Stops leaking at 3/4 tank. I don't have the tools/place to work on cars anymore so I'd rather take it to a...

Hello All, I have been having some trouble getting my 1999 Jeep Cherokee Sport fixed, I just had a new Compressor put in for the AC, and then a new Fan for it, and initially a couple of hoses, I picked it up at my mechanics and it is still running up to 210 and is now making a "lurching" sound...

Howdy all. I'm new here and was wondering if it's "kosher" to ask for mechanics in a certain area. I have a 1990(ish) (Long story) Cherokee, 4.0 I am thinking that my harmonic balancer is going out but do not know how to tell. If so, I am now in a physical position, where I am no...

Ok, so what do ya do when you need help? Reach out to the experts so here it goes. In terms of mechanic skills I'm not too bad. I recently bought my first Jeep after years of wanting one and now there is no turning back. I have been reading posts on here and been getting some ideas for...

I am looking for a mechanic in Northern Illinois who loves working on Jeep CJ's. I own a '82 CJ7 and it needs all of the seals replaced. If anyone knows of a good shop or mechanic, I would be willing to take it up to 200 miles. Thanks for looking at this post. Howard

I live in Texas and my son goes to Georgia College in Milledgeville GA and drives a 1994 4.0 YJ with a manual transmission. He ran the Jeep without oil resulting in the rear main seal not holding oil. He took it to Pittman’s and they replaced the rear main seal for $500. It still will not...

If your reading this then you've most likely had an issue with your jeep at some point. At over 315k miles my ZJ is slowly transforming me into a mechanic! With the help of this forum and some elbow grease Im able to save money while learning a trade. With all trades comes a list of specialized...

I found a 2007 wrangler JK 2dr with 109,000 miles on craigslist. Guy said he is the second owner and he brought it from a dealership. Said there is no accident history and that he has the car fax to show it. Has a year old soft top. Is asking $11,000. Is this a good deal and is it safe to buy...

Hello everyone, I'm brand new to the forum and just had a question for anyone living around my area, Norfolk VA. The other night I was driving down the 64 highway and my jeep started making a loud knocking noise when the engine dropped down to about 1000 rpm's or had any increased load placed on...

$450.00 Labor. 9 hours. Parts? Crankshaft position sensor, Fluid and Cleaner, Wiring: $115 Memo under labor? CHECK FUEL PRESSURE AND IGNITION SYSTEMS. SCAN ECM. DIAGNOSE BAD CRANK SENSOR. LOCATE MELTED WIRING TO CAVITY C-1 OF ECM HARNESS. CHECK ALL SENSORS RELATED TO THAT CIRCUIT...

Hi, This is my first thread and hope i get a response. Looking for a service shop that can fix vacuum advance and timing issues on a CJ sporting an MSD ignition and Holley 4 barrel Carb. Love my jeep, but currently not running well and this is beyond my skill level. Please share your best...