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Saturday, June 18th, 2016 AT 8:58 AM
KEN L
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Okay, what brand of battery is it?
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Starter continues to run
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Interstate battery
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Saturday, June 18th, 2016 AT 11:27 AM
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Can you test voltage on "S Wire" removed from solenoid
Static
then
Using key in "on" position, then "start" (and then release key)--CHECKING ALL VOLTAGES
Seeing if "S Wire" remains energized after key is released?
The Medic
Static
then
Using key in "on" position, then "start" (and then release key)--CHECKING ALL VOLTAGES
Seeing if "S Wire" remains energized after key is released?
The Medic
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Saturday, June 18th, 2016 AT 1:15 PM
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I will definitely test all that and get back with you as soon as I can. Thanks!
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Saturday, June 18th, 2016 AT 2:09 PM
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Ok! I don't know what happened but when I went to test everything this morning, it started and stopped like it's supposed to. The only thing I did was remove the solenoid from the fender wall and cleaned the mount surface really good. I replaced it and tried it and it works. Yay!
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Sunday, June 19th, 2016 AT 7:24 AM
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We're not gonna let you off that EZ!
Ask more questions!
We still ain't seen a picture of this "Jeep" that you coulda just made up all along!
But really, We are glad you have it running right!
Wave at them other CJs, one of 'em might be me!
The Medic
Ask more questions!
We still ain't seen a picture of this "Jeep" that you coulda just made up all along!
But really, We are glad you have it running right!
Wave at them other CJs, one of 'em might be me!
The Medic
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Sunday, June 19th, 2016 AT 4:34 PM
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My toy! I've had it since mid April, spent the first 3 weeks going over everything. The VIN proved I had a '75 CJ5 but was originally built with a 232ci, I6. The engine code proved different, it's a 258ci, I6 from a '78 CJ5.
I think the combination of putting in the new ignition switch, new solenoid, and checking all the connections, is what it took to get her acting right.
My next question was going to be about checking the fire. The spark plugs were out of the motor while trying to get it to turn over (which was the first time starting it since I got it). Before while turning it over and the starter not stopping, I noticed there was not spark. Now that it's doing like it's supposed to, there is spark! Whew!
Hopefully later today I can connect the new fuel line to the tank, add new fuel, and get her running.
I will keep you informed on how it goes guys.
Thank you, y'all have been a big help.
I think the combination of putting in the new ignition switch, new solenoid, and checking all the connections, is what it took to get her acting right.
My next question was going to be about checking the fire. The spark plugs were out of the motor while trying to get it to turn over (which was the first time starting it since I got it). Before while turning it over and the starter not stopping, I noticed there was not spark. Now that it's doing like it's supposed to, there is spark! Whew!
Hopefully later today I can connect the new fuel line to the tank, add new fuel, and get her running.
I will keep you informed on how it goes guys.
Thank you, y'all have been a big help.
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Monday, June 20th, 2016 AT 5:27 AM
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I have a plan and it's coming along a little slow but I'm making the progress I was hoping for. Once I have her running smooth, my next step is the brakes. Stopping is good! I wanna make sure she stops as well as she runs. After I driver her for a few days or weeks, back in my garage she goes. I plan on a full frame off restoration, with lots of new everything. Paint, suspension lift, shackles, tires and wheels, seats, lights, and much more. I look forward to doing a lot of the work myself including body work and paint. I'm excited and can't wait.
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Monday, June 20th, 2016 AT 6:00 AM
KEN L
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This kind of interaction is exactly what we are looking for, great job everyone! Please use 2Carpros anytime we are here to help.
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Monday, June 20th, 2016 AT 7:49 AM
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Thank you everyone for the advise and help!
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Monday, June 20th, 2016 AT 9:59 AM
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Here ya go
Look this over
https://www.2carpros.com/questions/jeep-cj7-1985-jeep-cj7-stalls-when-hot
It's an old post/ thru-out all of the site design changes over the years the pics remain BIG and the pages are super long/ my early "writings" may sorta be lacking/ I've sorta been wanting to re-write the whole thing in a better order/ better 'splainin'/ better pics
Maybe this will aid you.
Any questions just come back here (this post) or ask for ME on a new one!
I plan on being here, 'less they fire me!
The Medic
Look this over
https://www.2carpros.com/questions/jeep-cj7-1985-jeep-cj7-stalls-when-hot
It's an old post/ thru-out all of the site design changes over the years the pics remain BIG and the pages are super long/ my early "writings" may sorta be lacking/ I've sorta been wanting to re-write the whole thing in a better order/ better 'splainin'/ better pics
Maybe this will aid you.
Any questions just come back here (this post) or ask for ME on a new one!
I plan on being here, 'less they fire me!
The Medic
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Monday, June 20th, 2016 AT 5:12 PM
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Good luck on your project, but please reconsider the lift kit. I can post a copy of previous replies as to why altering ride height on any vehicle is a real bad idea. When I was at the dealership as their suspension and alignment specialist, I was allowed to refuse to work on any lifted truck or lowered car, regardless of what it came in for. The only guys who like them are the lawyers for the other guy who caused the crash.
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Monday, June 20th, 2016 AT 9:48 PM
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Got my toy to run today, first time since I've become the new owner of it. I've taken my time with her, busted a few knuckles, plenty of reading and research, and spent a few dollars on her as well.
Hope to change out the water pump, thermostat, and hoses by this weekend. New brakes won't be long afterwards either.
Hope to change out the water pump, thermostat, and hoses by this weekend. New brakes won't be long afterwards either.
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Wednesday, June 22nd, 2016 AT 9:23 PM
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The previous owners did a pretty good job of keeping this jeep from being a total rust bucket. I think I know what changes were done to this old girl but I could be totally mistaken.
One of the PO's had homemade shackles installed, they look very dangerous to me. I plan on replacing the shackles and springs for a smoother ride. I have researched SOA lifts and full suspension lifts, I'm not sure what direction I'll go with that. I do know that this jeep has 35x12.50r15 tires on her now, I like the way it sits. I'd like to keep this look but want to do so with every aspect of safety in mind.
Thanks for your concern and input, it's greatly appreciated.
One of the PO's had homemade shackles installed, they look very dangerous to me. I plan on replacing the shackles and springs for a smoother ride. I have researched SOA lifts and full suspension lifts, I'm not sure what direction I'll go with that. I do know that this jeep has 35x12.50r15 tires on her now, I like the way it sits. I'd like to keep this look but want to do so with every aspect of safety in mind.
Thanks for your concern and input, it's greatly appreciated.
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Wednesday, June 22nd, 2016 AT 9:35 PM
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You are welcome please use 2CarPros anytime
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Thursday, June 23rd, 2016 AT 11:17 AM
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What are your thoughts on temperature rating for a thermostat?
Through Internet research, it seems the 258ci (4.2L) should run between 190-210*. Should I run a 180* thermostat?
Through Internet research, it seems the 258ci (4.2L) should run between 190-210*. Should I run a 180* thermostat?
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Friday, June 24th, 2016 AT 3:03 PM
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Higher temperatures are needed to promote complete combustion and thereby lower emissions. Pistons are oval-shaped when cold. They're designed to expand to a perfectly-fitting circle when at the design temperature. That reduces engine wear. Engine oil needs to be at a specific temperature to be fluid enough for contaminants to be held in suspension to be carried to the filter. Blow-by is burned off and carried out through the PVC system. When the engine is cold, those hydrocarbons condense in the oil and form sludge.
Also, all tests run by the Engine Computer while you're driving have a long list of conditions that must be met before that will take place, and, ... When a problem is detected during a self-test, there is always another long list of conditions that must be met for that code to set. One of those conditions is usually that the engine is at correct operating temperature. On some engines a code can be set for "Running too cold too long". That code will not turn on the Check Engine light but it can cause some self-tests to be suspended. You can develop a running problem that the cause will fail to set a fault code. It's almost impossible to know where to start the diagnosis when there's no fault code.
Also, all tests run by the Engine Computer while you're driving have a long list of conditions that must be met before that will take place, and, ... When a problem is detected during a self-test, there is always another long list of conditions that must be met for that code to set. One of those conditions is usually that the engine is at correct operating temperature. On some engines a code can be set for "Running too cold too long". That code will not turn on the Check Engine light but it can cause some self-tests to be suspended. You can develop a running problem that the cause will fail to set a fault code. It's almost impossible to know where to start the diagnosis when there's no fault code.
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Friday, June 24th, 2016 AT 3:17 PM
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The AMC Service Manual says to use a 195 degree stat
I've done that all along (since 1981- 6 CJ-5s) No problems!
I've been doing this for a long time too, look at the end of
https://www.2carpros.com/questions/1989-jeep-other-challlenge-engine-overheating-rapidly-fluctuation-temperature-l/page/2
The 195 gives your heater/ defrost more heat, I have the OEM heater and my own "Sahara Breeze" (uses cooling system water too), 2 heaters are better'n one and temperature is important!)
The Medic
I've done that all along (since 1981- 6 CJ-5s) No problems!
I've been doing this for a long time too, look at the end of
https://www.2carpros.com/questions/1989-jeep-other-challlenge-engine-overheating-rapidly-fluctuation-temperature-l/page/2
The 195 gives your heater/ defrost more heat, I have the OEM heater and my own "Sahara Breeze" (uses cooling system water too), 2 heaters are better'n one and temperature is important!)
The Medic
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Friday, June 24th, 2016 AT 4:22 PM
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