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18795 From: David Smith <dwsmith69@h...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 9:22am
Subject: Re: Just a little snow last night
Where at let's do a snow trip.
>From: "Brian Harmon" <xjnation@h...>
>To: arizonaXJ@yahoogroups.com, az_vjc@yahoogroups.com
>Subject: [az_vjc] Just a little snow last night
>Date: Wed, 14 Feb 2001 10:11:18 -0700
>
>Hey All,
>
>we got just a little snow last night and more is on the wasy I have about
>18" in the back yard....showld have about 24" before all is said and done.
>
>
>
>Brian Harmon
>88 XJ Laredo
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18796 From: B H <boh105@e...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 9:38am
Subject: Re: Just a little snow last night
Flagstaff of course......we could always meet half way in Prestcott and do a
little wheelin in the Bradshaws....or of course the cinders here in
Flagstaff Would be fun too!
Brian Harmon
Flagstaff AZ
On Wed, 14 Feb 2001 10:22:35 -0700, David Smith wrote:
> Where at let's do a snow trip.
>
>
> >From: "Brian Harmon" <xjnation@h...>
> >To: arizonaXJ@yahoogroups.com, az_vjc@yahoogroups.com
> >Subject: [az_vjc] Just a little snow last night
> >Date: Wed, 14 Feb 2001 10:11:18 -0700
> >
> >Hey All,
> >
> >we got just a little snow last night and more is on the wasy I have
about
> >18" in the back yard....showld have about 24" before all is said and
done.
> >
> >
> >
> >Brian Harmon
> >88 XJ Laredo
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18797 From: JEEP THANG <jeep_thang@h...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 9:40am
Subject: I gave you THe Bassett Hound.
Hello, I gave someone a Bassett Hound, named Sarge, 5 yo about 70 lbs.
My wife and I were just wandering how he is Doing.
Sincerely: Larry, Carmen, and Emily
JEEP THANG FAMILY
18798 From: T.J. Nosmo-King <ice626@h...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 2:32am
Subject: Re: Re: Check engine light came on today
strange how it only works for certain years (or in this case, year)... must
have been an engineering screwup :)
TJ Gill
75 CJ5
I still miss my ex-wife.....but my aim IS improving
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18799 From: MICHAEL <michael@s...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 10:07am
Subject: My Brakes...
All,
Help?
I have a 78 CJ7. This past weekend I replaced the front brake lines with
the braided, stainless-steel lines. I also replaced the pads and shoes.
Here is the problem: I've bled the brakes, bled them again, and again
and again... I've now gone through almost 3 of the 32oz bottles of brake
fluid. Each time, I get solid fluid at each wheel. Each time, the pedal
still drops to the floor. I can pump them and get great pressure, but if I
let
it sit for 4 - 5 seconds, the pressure is gone when I step down on the
brakes
again... the pedal drops to the floor. I've since replaced the master
cylinder
twice (we thought the first one may have been defective), and still have had
no change. Is it possible that the new pads are keeping the caliper pistons
compressed too far in, allowing the pressure to be lost? Or could the
combination valve be losing the pressure? My dad and I need some help.
We've been at this since Saturday, and still haven't made any progress.
Thanks,
Michael
18800 From: <finkaz@y...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 10:23am
Subject: Easy ride to Waterfalls near Carefree, AZ
Camp Creek Water Falls near Carefree, AZ
I am new to Jeeping and have been staying on some of the
easier trails. I came across this water fall about 10 miles east
of Cave Creek/Carfree in the Tonto National Forest.
Many of you maybe know about it, but if not....I would like to share
it with those who have never been there.
It is very easy to get to as it is only about 2.5 miles off the
main paved road. Any stock Jeep and newbie Jeeper could make
this simple run. And what a nice waterfall to see, considering
you are in the midst of a desert. I have been there many times and
have always seen the water flowing. There are many local tour Jeep
companies that take their rides to these falls.
If you are interested, here are the directions you will need:
1. Take Cave Creek Rd through Cave creek and Carefree and
head east out of town.
2.Travel a few miles + out of town and turn RIGHT on the road to
Bartlett/Horseshoe lake.
3. Follow this road about 5 miles and watch for a small sign along
the road: "Camp Creek". Find the lowest point of the road and turn
left (North) just before the left-arrow sign along the road.
(The sign is all shot up)
N 33' 50.92 W 111' 47.19
4. Follow up the dry creek bed for EXACTLY 1.7 miles to an open area.
N 33' 52.23 W 111' 47.84
5. Turn left at the open area and follow along the canyon for
about 1/3 mile until you see some water on the ground.
6. Follow the water upstream to the falls. (about 1/4 Mi)
N 33'52.54 W 111' 48.17
You can park as soon as you see the water on the ground as it is only
a short hike to the falls, or you can follow the water as far as you
feel comfortable and get in nice and close. No problem for a Jeep to
make a U turn and come out, but some long bodies may have trouble.
The worst driving is over a few river rock sections that you must
take slow and easy. This area is open to 4X4's, ATC's, ATV's and the
1st SUV, the horse. You may see some of these in this area,
especially on the weekends.
If you would like to see 2 photos, point your browser to:
http://pages.prodigy.net/finkaz/campcrfalls.jpg
When you come back out to the main road and you want more, cross
over the road and continue South on the Camp Creek river bed and
travel 10 miles through some easy, sandy, fun driving to the Verde
River. There is a exit road at the river that will take you out to a
paved road near RioVerde, AZ (Dynamite Rd).
Questions or comments welcome at: finkaz@p...
Jim Fink
AZVJC
92 YJ
18801 From: Jay Eller <jay@t...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 10:36am
Subject: Re: atlas II
Dave on this list just installed a 4:1 in his D300 and runs 4.56 gears
with an automatic. He says it is very difficult to stop it, but it does
stop. If you ask me, you get the 4.3:1 and upgrade the brakes!!!!
Damned brakes barely work anyway even with 33's and the standard
2.6:1!!!! Forget it if you start rolling backwards on a hill while in
neutral. Better make sure nobody's back there! My 0.02c
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18802 From: Jay Eller <jay@t...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 10:38am
Subject: Re: My Brakes...
An air pocket in the master cylinder????? I've heard of special techniques for
bench bleeding the master cylinder to alleviate air pockets and to get it
primed. I have NO experience with this, just something that came to mind.
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18803 From: Jesus Chio - Alloffroad.com <jchio@a...>
Date: Thu Feb 15, 2001 10:43am
Subject: Re: atlas II
Well you can always hit the hurst and sift to N
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18804 From: Jay Eller <jay@t...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 10:52am
Subject: Anaconda last Saturday!!!
Wanted to post some pictures of our run on Anaconda last Saturday. Check
these out. I wasn't going to do a long writeup, just some brief notes.
First, we only ran the lower half. The guy in the Bronco ran the upper
and lower half. The only guy that made it without a winch or strap or
much rock stacking was the guy in the Bronco. He had 35's and the
equivalent of 1 ton running gear. The guy with the black CJ7 was running
33X12.50 BFG M/T's and a TBI with auto. He made everything clean except
for the section just above the shoot where he needed a little rock
stacking and some pushing. He also made it out without any body damage
but used his rocker guards heavily. Everyone else sustained some sort of
body damage or breakage. Me, I needed a strap on the second water fall
and a brief rock stacking at the top of the shoot. Other than that, I
made it with some body damage on the rear corner. I run 33's, Chevy 350,
TH350.
In summary, you don't have to be a rock buggy to Anaconda. But be
willing to suffer body damage and breakage. The upper part of Anaconda
is actually a little harder than the lower section. Also notice, we were
able to drag a nearly stock Land Cruiser through it!! But he did need
tugs, pushing, hi-lifting, and rock stacking. But it's all about the
lines.
The last couple of pictures are of Tracy in his incredible FJ40 (if you
want to call it that). It took us 5 hours to do lower Anaconda. He
proceeded to tackle both Lower and Upper Anaconda in 20 minutes without a
spotter!!!!!!!!!! Did I mention he places in the top 10 in ARCA
events?? That was one hell of a rig. Funniest thing is, he had no
tools, no spare tire, and no remote for his winch! That's confidence in
your rig and abilities!
http://albums.photopoint.com/j/AlbumIndex?u=189155&a=11573031
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18805 From: Nick Notestine <nnote@n...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 10:54am
Subject: Jackstands 4free
I have 4 Jackstands? If that's what you call them for free. They are
basiclly steel tripods that go from about a foot high and raise to almost 2
feet high. They have a large bolt on top that adjusts to hold up your
vehicle, or object of your choice... First come first serve, no warrenty or
refund. They going to the dumpster soon....
Nick
4808393782
18806 From: Mike Baney <jeepin_in_az@y...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 11:04am
Subject: Re: Easy ride to Waterfalls near Carefree, AZ
I wonder if it is possible to go pass the waterfall
and see what is on the other side of it???
Mike
--- finkaz@y... wrote:
>
> Camp Creek Water Falls near Carefree, AZ
>
> I am new to Jeeping and have been staying on some of
> the
> easier trails. I came across this water fall about
> 10 miles east
> of Cave Creek/Carfree in the Tonto National Forest.
>
> Many of you maybe know about it, but if not....I
> would like to share
> it with those who have never been there.
>
> It is very easy to get to as it is only about 2.5
> miles off the
> main paved road. Any stock Jeep and newbie Jeeper
> could make
> this simple run. And what a nice waterfall to see,
> considering
> you are in the midst of a desert. I have been there
> many times and
> have always seen the water flowing. There are many
> local tour Jeep
> companies that take their rides to these falls.
>
> If you are interested, here are the directions you
> will need:
>
> 1. Take Cave Creek Rd through Cave creek and
> Carefree and
> head east out of town.
>
> 2.Travel a few miles + out of town and turn RIGHT on
> the road to
> Bartlett/Horseshoe lake.
>
> 3. Follow this road about 5 miles and watch for a
> small sign along
> the road: "Camp Creek". Find the lowest point of the
> road and turn
> left (North) just before the left-arrow sign along
> the road.
> (The sign is all shot up)
> N 33' 50.92 W 111' 47.19
>
> 4. Follow up the dry creek bed for EXACTLY 1.7 miles
> to an open area.
> N 33' 52.23 W 111' 47.84
>
> 5. Turn left at the open area and follow along the
> canyon for
> about 1/3 mile until you see some water on the
> ground.
>
> 6. Follow the water upstream to the falls. (about
> 1/4 Mi)
> N 33'52.54 W 111' 48.17
>
> You can park as soon as you see the water on the
> ground as it is only
> a short hike to the falls, or you can follow the
> water as far as you
> feel comfortable and get in nice and close. No
> problem for a Jeep to
> make a U turn and come out, but some long bodies may
> have trouble.
> The worst driving is over a few river rock sections
> that you must
> take slow and easy. This area is open to 4X4's,
> ATC's, ATV's and the
> 1st SUV, the horse. You may see some of these in
> this area,
> especially on the weekends.
>
> If you would like to see 2 photos, point your
> browser to:
>
> http://pages.prodigy.net/finkaz/campcrfalls.jpg
>
>
> When you come back out to the main road and you want
> more, cross
> over the road and continue South on the Camp Creek
> river bed and
> travel 10 miles through some easy, sandy, fun
> driving to the Verde
> River. There is a exit road at the river that will
> take you out to a
> paved road near RioVerde, AZ (Dynamite Rd).
>
> Questions or comments welcome at:
> finkaz@p...
>
> Jim Fink
> AZVJC
> 92 YJ
>
>
>
>
>
>
=====
2001 TJ
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18807 From: Nick Notestine <nnote@n...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 11:06am
Subject: Jackstands
It didn't take long, the jackstands are gone.
Nick
18808 From: Dan Coley <mt_b@y...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 11:14am
Subject: Lockright Owners Please Read!!
I have been running a Lockright in the rear of my 2000 TJ, Dana 35C,
33 Big O MT, with a 4cyl and no engine mods, 3" susp lift since Dec.
As some know I broke the pinion shaft in the locker last week at Raw
Deal. Some who have wheeled with me know that I can pick an odd line
here or there, but do not drive hard, spin tires and slam my way
through stuff, I go as easy as possible on a D35 as most people
should. However, the shaft did break, but the locker sustained no
other damage.
The good news is that Lockright is replacing my locker free of
charge, the bad news is a quote I got from one of their "tech" guys
today, when I called to discuss the problem and looking for a
possible solution, he said and I quote:
"THE SHAFT SHOULD NOT BREAK UNLESS YOUR ARE DOING ANY TYPE OF
ROCKCRAWLING"...end quote.
If anyone else doesn't see the oddity in that statement, explain it
too me, cause in no other terms, that scares the hell out of me.
I quote from their website: "Powertrax Lock-Right Lockers are brute
force devices for rugged truck applications....Best suited for
extreme off-road to severe on-road use. proven in the most demanding
applications worldwide" Exactly how much worse than rockcrawling
does it get?
Jason Riggs told me that Lockright makes a "hardened" shaft that is
supposed to be stronger than the stock Lockright shaft...my question
for them was, why not just make the good one and ditch the old
one...there was no answer from Powertrax. According to Powertrax the
hardened shaft has a hole at one end, where as the "weaker" one has a
hole at both ends. Needless to say I will make sure I get the better
one for the replacement. ORU sells the shaft, but I have to pay $20
just so that my locker won't break!
I felt obligated to announce the "philosophy" behind Powertrax's
Lockright lockers. Unfortunately I am spoiled and cannot run without
a locker now, but Lockrights are the cheapest and for the mean time
will have to be my locker of choice.
Dan
2000 TJ, currently broken
18809 From: Patrick Stevens <dreamwev@m...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 11:26am
Subject: Re: Lockright Owners Please Read!!
Both of the lockrights I bought in the past had no pinion shaft whatsaoever.
You had to buy the hardened shaft. Everyone I talked to said you had to use
the hardened shaft as well.
Patrick
----- Original Message -----
From: Dan Coley <mt_b@y...>
To: <az_vjc@yahoogroups.com>
Sent: Wednesday, February 14, 2001 12:14 PM
Subject: [az_vjc] Lockright Owners Please Read!!
> I have been running a Lockright in the rear of my 2000 TJ, Dana 35C,
> 33 Big O MT, with a 4cyl and no engine mods, 3" susp lift since Dec.
>
> As some know I broke the pinion shaft in the locker last week at Raw
> Deal. Some who have wheeled with me know that I can pick an odd line
> here or there, but do not drive hard, spin tires and slam my way
> through stuff, I go as easy as possible on a D35 as most people
> should. However, the shaft did break, but the locker sustained no
> other damage.
>
> The good news is that Lockright is replacing my locker free of
> charge, the bad news is a quote I got from one of their "tech" guys
> today, when I called to discuss the problem and looking for a
> possible solution, he said and I quote:
>
> "THE SHAFT SHOULD NOT BREAK UNLESS YOUR ARE DOING ANY TYPE OF
> ROCKCRAWLING"...end quote.
>
> If anyone else doesn't see the oddity in that statement, explain it
> too me, cause in no other terms, that scares the hell out of me.
>
> I quote from their website: "Powertrax Lock-Right Lockers are brute
> force devices for rugged truck applications....Best suited for
> extreme off-road to severe on-road use. proven in the most demanding
> applications worldwide" Exactly how much worse than rockcrawling
> does it get?
>
> Jason Riggs told me that Lockright makes a "hardened" shaft that is
> supposed to be stronger than the stock Lockright shaft...my question
> for them was, why not just make the good one and ditch the old
> one...there was no answer from Powertrax. According to Powertrax the
> hardened shaft has a hole at one end, where as the "weaker" one has a
> hole at both ends. Needless to say I will make sure I get the better
> one for the replacement. ORU sells the shaft, but I have to pay $20
> just so that my locker won't break!
>
> I felt obligated to announce the "philosophy" behind Powertrax's
> Lockright lockers. Unfortunately I am spoiled and cannot run without
> a locker now, but Lockrights are the cheapest and for the mean time
> will have to be my locker of choice.
>
> Dan
> 2000 TJ, currently broken
>
>
>
>
>
18810 From: Joe W <arizonajeep@h...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 11:23am
Subject: RE: I gave you THe Bassett Hound.
He was best tasting Bassett hound ever we had for Christmas dinner.
Tank yous very very much for hims. His was not weighted 70 pounds...much
more closer to 66 pounds but still enough to feed wife and 10 childrens.
Sincerely,
Tham Ngugyn Ngo
<grin>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: JEEP THANG [mailto:jeep_thang@h...]
> Sent: Wednesday, February 14, 2001 10:41 AM
> To: az_vjc@yahoogroups.com
> Subject: [az_vjc] I gave you THe Bassett Hound.
>
>
> Hello, I gave someone a Bassett Hound, named Sarge, 5 yo about 70 lbs.
> My wife and I were just wandering how he is Doing.
>
> Sincerely: Larry, Carmen, and Emily
> JEEP THANG FAMILY
>
>
>
>
>
18811 From: Dan Coley <mt_b@y...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 11:24am
Subject: Re: Lockright Owners Please Read!!
That's what I've heard, yet my locker came with a pinion shaft...I
know for a fact because I'm currently the owner of 2 shafts, one
broken (Lockright's) and one not broken (the factory D35 shaft).
I'm going to make sure I have the hardened one with the reinstall, as
well as the new install into Tara's jeep next week of her locker.
--- In az_vjc@y..., "Patrick Stevens" <dreamwev@m...> wrote:
> Both of the lockrights I bought in the past had no pinion shaft
whatsaoever.
> You had to buy the hardened shaft. Everyone I talked to said you
had to use
> the hardened shaft as well.
>
> Patrick
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Dan Coley <mt_b@y...>
> To: <az_vjc@y...>
> Sent: Wednesday, February 14, 2001 12:14 PM
> Subject: [az_vjc] Lockright Owners Please Read!!
>
>
> > I have been running a Lockright in the rear of my 2000 TJ, Dana
35C,
> > 33 Big O MT, with a 4cyl and no engine mods, 3" susp lift since
Dec.
> >
> > As some know I broke the pinion shaft in the locker last week at
Raw
> > Deal. Some who have wheeled with me know that I can pick an odd
line
> > here or there, but do not drive hard, spin tires and slam my way
> > through stuff, I go as easy as possible on a D35 as most people
> > should. However, the shaft did break, but the locker sustained no
> > other damage.
> >
> > The good news is that Lockright is replacing my locker free of
> > charge, the bad news is a quote I got from one of their "tech"
guys
> > today, when I called to discuss the problem and looking for a
> > possible solution, he said and I quote:
> >
> > "THE SHAFT SHOULD NOT BREAK UNLESS YOUR ARE DOING ANY TYPE OF
> > ROCKCRAWLING"...end quote.
> >
> > If anyone else doesn't see the oddity in that statement, explain
it
> > too me, cause in no other terms, that scares the hell out of me.
> >
> > I quote from their website: "Powertrax Lock-Right Lockers are
brute
> > force devices for rugged truck applications....Best suited for
> > extreme off-road to severe on-road use. proven in the most
demanding
> > applications worldwide" Exactly how much worse than rockcrawling
> > does it get?
> >
> > Jason Riggs told me that Lockright makes a "hardened" shaft that
is
> > supposed to be stronger than the stock Lockright shaft...my
question
> > for them was, why not just make the good one and ditch the old
> > one...there was no answer from Powertrax. According to Powertrax
the
> > hardened shaft has a hole at one end, where as the "weaker" one
has a
> > hole at both ends. Needless to say I will make sure I get the
better
> > one for the replacement. ORU sells the shaft, but I have to pay
$20
> > just so that my locker won't break!
> >
> > I felt obligated to announce the "philosophy" behind Powertrax's
> > Lockright lockers. Unfortunately I am spoiled and cannot run
without
> > a locker now, but Lockrights are the cheapest and for the mean
time
> > will have to be my locker of choice.
> >
> > Dan
> > 2000 TJ, currently broken
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
18812 From: Jeff <phjwo@p...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 11:39am
Subject: Re: My Brakes...
It sounds like a bad diaphram in the master cylinder. Or a bad brake
booster.
Jeff
MICHAEL wrote:
> All,
>
> Help?
>
> I have a 78 CJ7. This past weekend I replaced the front brake lines with
> the braided, stainless-steel lines. I also replaced the pads and shoes.
> Here is the problem: I've bled the brakes, bled them again, and again
> and again... I've now gone through almost 3 of the 32oz bottles of brake
> fluid. Each time, I get solid fluid at each wheel. Each time, the pedal
> still drops to the floor. I can pump them and get great pressure, but if I
> let
> it sit for 4 - 5 seconds, the pressure is gone when I step down on the
> brakes
> again... the pedal drops to the floor. I've since replaced the master
> cylinder
> twice (we thought the first one may have been defective), and still have had
> no change. Is it possible that the new pads are keeping the caliper pistons
> compressed too far in, allowing the pressure to be lost? Or could the
> combination valve be losing the pressure? My dad and I need some help.
> We've been at this since Saturday, and still haven't made any progress.
>
>
> Thanks,
> Michael
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
18813 From: <Jeepguy@z...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 11:41am
Subject: Re: Lockright Owners Please Read!!
Shoulda bought DETROIT!!! DOH!! :)
18814 From: <Tjacobs@I...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 11:46am
Subject: YJ Question
Hey all -
Can anyone tell me if the front driveshaft of a YJ (D30, vacuum
actuator,
NP231) should or shouldn't spin freely with the vehicle parked, t-
case in
2-hi, tranny in park? I swear to God I've witnessed both, WITHOUT
moving
the Jeep! Am trying to locate a new "clunk" and came across this
driveshaft
issue while checking the u-joints. Either front tire spins freely
without
turning the driveshaft or the other tire (ie. it's not in 4wd).
TIA,
Tom
18815 From: Daver <daver@c...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 11:55am
Subject: Re: YJ Question
Tjacobs@I... wrote:
> Can anyone tell me if the front driveshaft of a YJ (D30, vacuum
> actuator,
> NP231) should or shouldn't spin freely with the vehicle parked, t-
> case in
> 2-hi, tranny in park? I swear to God I've witnessed both, WITHOUT
> moving
> the Jeep! Am trying to locate a new "clunk" and came across this
> driveshaft
> issue while checking the u-joints. Either front tire spins freely
> without
> turning the driveshaft or the other tire (ie. it's not in 4wd).
It will if you are open, I believe.
18816 From: Russell Gevarter <gev39@y...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 11:59am
Subject: Re: YJ Question
It should spin freely, unless in $WD
(Must have been a Jeeper whoever designed my keyboard; they put the "$"
on the "4" key...)
Tjacobs@I... wrote:
> Hey all -
>
> Can anyone tell me if the front driveshaft of a YJ (D30, vacuum
> actuator,
> NP231) should or shouldn't spin freely with the vehicle parked, t-
> case in
> 2-hi, tranny in park? I swear to God I've witnessed both, WITHOUT
> moving
> the Jeep! Am trying to locate a new "clunk" and came across this
> driveshaft
> issue while checking the u-joints. Either front tire spins freely
> without
> turning the driveshaft or the other tire (ie. it's not in 4wd).
>
> TIA,
> Tom
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18817 From: Dan Coley <mt_b@y...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 0:02pm
Subject: UPDATE:Re: Lockright Owners Please Read!!
Just got off the phone with Ken @ Powertrax...BTW if you need to call
ask for him, x238...he's the only knowledgable one there. He said
that the shaft that should be used is a hardened one made of the same
steel as the drivers and couplers, and it should have ONE hole it it,
for the pinion bolt. In the past the part number 2310 (for D35s in
YJs) and part number 2311 (for D35s in TJs) the Lockright DID come
with a new pinion shaft, however it has been breaking (DUH) and now
they are coming with the new shaft...but they are the ONLY Lockrights
that come with shafts, so some of you may or may not have bought a
Lockright that came with one.
Ken is replacing mine for free, and will ship me a new one for free
if the new Lockright that I'm buying tomorrow doesn't have the right
shaft...thats good customer service.
I did ask about the "rockcrawling" quote, and he said the guy doesn't
know what he's talking about, etc etc...who knows. But he did say
that running a Lockright in a jeep with 33in tires is the limit of
the pinion shaft...and no one should run one with bigger.
Buy the time I go to bigger tires, I'll have the Super 35 kit with a
Detroit, so I'm not worried...yet. Wish I could afford 60s right off
the bat...but oh well.
Dan
--- In az_vjc@y..., Jeepguy@z... wrote:
> Shoulda bought DETROIT!!! DOH!! :)
18818 From: <cmandrick@h...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 0:47pm
Subject: Shackle reversal........
Hi again all,
Does anyone in the club run a shackle reversal? I have considered
going to one, but I want "real-world" opinions about the on-road
handling, as my jeep is my primary transportation. My setup will be
33" tires on 4 inches of lift, with a 1.5 inch body lift, drop pitman
arm, and otherwise stock steering.
Chris M.
18819 From: Roger Tomas <tomasr@a...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 0:50pm
Subject: Re: My Brakes...
I am currently going through the same secnario with my YJ and am on
my 2nd master cylinder too. You do need to do what's called "bench
bleeding" the master cylinder. You'll need a kit that include the
fittings/tubes that connect to the brakeline connections on the
master cylinder. You clamp the master cylinder in a vise, fill it
with fluid, stick the ends of the tubes back into the reservoir so
that the ends of the tubes are submerged, and then use a large philips
screwdriver to pump the master cylinder using 1" strokes.
As you do this, you will see air bubbles in the reservoir as they
are forced through the tubes. Keep pumping until you see no more
air bubbles. Then install on your Jeep, connect the brakelines
and bleed the brakes as would would normally starting with the
wheel that is furthest from the master cylinder. Normally sequence
is right rear, left rear, right front, left front.
I have done this with my 2nd master cylinder and have had to bleed
the brakes one additional time so far. Wheel see whether this fixes
it.
-Roger
MICHAEL wrote:
>
> All,
>
> Help?
>
> I have a 78 CJ7. This past weekend I replaced the front brake lines with
> the braided, stainless-steel lines. I also replaced the pads and shoes.
> Here is the problem: I've bled the brakes, bled them again, and again
> and again... I've now gone through almost 3 of the 32oz bottles of brake
> fluid. Each time, I get solid fluid at each wheel. Each time, the pedal
> still drops to the floor. I can pump them and get great pressure, but if I
> let
> it sit for 4 - 5 seconds, the pressure is gone when I step down on the
> brakes
> again... the pedal drops to the floor. I've since replaced the master
> cylinder
> twice (we thought the first one may have been defective), and still have had
> no change. Is it possible that the new pads are keeping the caliper pistons
> compressed too far in, allowing the pressure to be lost? Or could the
> combination valve be losing the pressure? My dad and I need some help.
> We've been at this since Saturday, and still haven't made any progress.
>
> Thanks,
> Michael
18795 From: David Smith <dwsmith69@h...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 9:22am
Subject: Re: Just a little snow last night
Where at let's do a snow trip.
>From: "Brian Harmon" <xjnation@h...>
>To: arizonaXJ@yahoogroups.com, az_vjc@yahoogroups.com
>Subject: [az_vjc] Just a little snow last night
>Date: Wed, 14 Feb 2001 10:11:18 -0700
>
>Hey All,
>
>we got just a little snow last night and more is on the wasy I have about
>18" in the back yard....showld have about 24" before all is said and done.
>
>
>
>Brian Harmon
>88 XJ Laredo
>http://www.cherokee-nation.com
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18796 From: B H <boh105@e...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 9:38am
Subject: Re: Just a little snow last night
Flagstaff of course......we could always meet half way in Prestcott and do a
little wheelin in the Bradshaws....or of course the cinders here in
Flagstaff Would be fun too!
Brian Harmon
Flagstaff AZ
On Wed, 14 Feb 2001 10:22:35 -0700, David Smith wrote:
> Where at let's do a snow trip.
>
>
> >From: "Brian Harmon" <xjnation@h...>
> >To: arizonaXJ@yahoogroups.com, az_vjc@yahoogroups.com
> >Subject: [az_vjc] Just a little snow last night
> >Date: Wed, 14 Feb 2001 10:11:18 -0700
> >
> >Hey All,
> >
> >we got just a little snow last night and more is on the wasy I have
about
> >18" in the back yard....showld have about 24" before all is said and
done.
> >
> >
> >
> >Brian Harmon
> >88 XJ Laredo
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18797 From: JEEP THANG <jeep_thang@h...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 9:40am
Subject: I gave you THe Bassett Hound.
Hello, I gave someone a Bassett Hound, named Sarge, 5 yo about 70 lbs.
My wife and I were just wandering how he is Doing.
Sincerely: Larry, Carmen, and Emily
JEEP THANG FAMILY
18798 From: T.J. Nosmo-King <ice626@h...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 2:32am
Subject: Re: Re: Check engine light came on today
strange how it only works for certain years (or in this case, year)... must
have been an engineering screwup :)
TJ Gill
75 CJ5
I still miss my ex-wife.....but my aim IS improving
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18799 From: MICHAEL <michael@s...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 10:07am
Subject: My Brakes...
All,
Help?
I have a 78 CJ7. This past weekend I replaced the front brake lines with
the braided, stainless-steel lines. I also replaced the pads and shoes.
Here is the problem: I've bled the brakes, bled them again, and again
and again... I've now gone through almost 3 of the 32oz bottles of brake
fluid. Each time, I get solid fluid at each wheel. Each time, the pedal
still drops to the floor. I can pump them and get great pressure, but if I
let
it sit for 4 - 5 seconds, the pressure is gone when I step down on the
brakes
again... the pedal drops to the floor. I've since replaced the master
cylinder
twice (we thought the first one may have been defective), and still have had
no change. Is it possible that the new pads are keeping the caliper pistons
compressed too far in, allowing the pressure to be lost? Or could the
combination valve be losing the pressure? My dad and I need some help.
We've been at this since Saturday, and still haven't made any progress.
Thanks,
Michael
18800 From: <finkaz@y...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 10:23am
Subject: Easy ride to Waterfalls near Carefree, AZ
Camp Creek Water Falls near Carefree, AZ
I am new to Jeeping and have been staying on some of the
easier trails. I came across this water fall about 10 miles east
of Cave Creek/Carfree in the Tonto National Forest.
Many of you maybe know about it, but if not....I would like to share
it with those who have never been there.
It is very easy to get to as it is only about 2.5 miles off the
main paved road. Any stock Jeep and newbie Jeeper could make
this simple run. And what a nice waterfall to see, considering
you are in the midst of a desert. I have been there many times and
have always seen the water flowing. There are many local tour Jeep
companies that take their rides to these falls.
If you are interested, here are the directions you will need:
1. Take Cave Creek Rd through Cave creek and Carefree and
head east out of town.
2.Travel a few miles + out of town and turn RIGHT on the road to
Bartlett/Horseshoe lake.
3. Follow this road about 5 miles and watch for a small sign along
the road: "Camp Creek". Find the lowest point of the road and turn
left (North) just before the left-arrow sign along the road.
(The sign is all shot up)
N 33' 50.92 W 111' 47.19
4. Follow up the dry creek bed for EXACTLY 1.7 miles to an open area.
N 33' 52.23 W 111' 47.84
5. Turn left at the open area and follow along the canyon for
about 1/3 mile until you see some water on the ground.
6. Follow the water upstream to the falls. (about 1/4 Mi)
N 33'52.54 W 111' 48.17
You can park as soon as you see the water on the ground as it is only
a short hike to the falls, or you can follow the water as far as you
feel comfortable and get in nice and close. No problem for a Jeep to
make a U turn and come out, but some long bodies may have trouble.
The worst driving is over a few river rock sections that you must
take slow and easy. This area is open to 4X4's, ATC's, ATV's and the
1st SUV, the horse. You may see some of these in this area,
especially on the weekends.
If you would like to see 2 photos, point your browser to:
http://pages.prodigy.net/finkaz/campcrfalls.jpg
When you come back out to the main road and you want more, cross
over the road and continue South on the Camp Creek river bed and
travel 10 miles through some easy, sandy, fun driving to the Verde
River. There is a exit road at the river that will take you out to a
paved road near RioVerde, AZ (Dynamite Rd).
Questions or comments welcome at: finkaz@p...
Jim Fink
AZVJC
92 YJ
18801 From: Jay Eller <jay@t...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 10:36am
Subject: Re: atlas II
Dave on this list just installed a 4:1 in his D300 and runs 4.56 gears
with an automatic. He says it is very difficult to stop it, but it does
stop. If you ask me, you get the 4.3:1 and upgrade the brakes!!!!
Damned brakes barely work anyway even with 33's and the standard
2.6:1!!!! Forget it if you start rolling backwards on a hill while in
neutral. Better make sure nobody's back there! My 0.02c
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18802 From: Jay Eller <jay@t...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 10:38am
Subject: Re: My Brakes...
An air pocket in the master cylinder????? I've heard of special techniques for
bench bleeding the master cylinder to alleviate air pockets and to get it
primed. I have NO experience with this, just something that came to mind.
--
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18803 From: Jesus Chio - Alloffroad.com <jchio@a...>
Date: Thu Feb 15, 2001 10:43am
Subject: Re: atlas II
Well you can always hit the hurst and sift to N
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18804 From: Jay Eller <jay@t...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 10:52am
Subject: Anaconda last Saturday!!!
Wanted to post some pictures of our run on Anaconda last Saturday. Check
these out. I wasn't going to do a long writeup, just some brief notes.
First, we only ran the lower half. The guy in the Bronco ran the upper
and lower half. The only guy that made it without a winch or strap or
much rock stacking was the guy in the Bronco. He had 35's and the
equivalent of 1 ton running gear. The guy with the black CJ7 was running
33X12.50 BFG M/T's and a TBI with auto. He made everything clean except
for the section just above the shoot where he needed a little rock
stacking and some pushing. He also made it out without any body damage
but used his rocker guards heavily. Everyone else sustained some sort of
body damage or breakage. Me, I needed a strap on the second water fall
and a brief rock stacking at the top of the shoot. Other than that, I
made it with some body damage on the rear corner. I run 33's, Chevy 350,
TH350.
In summary, you don't have to be a rock buggy to Anaconda. But be
willing to suffer body damage and breakage. The upper part of Anaconda
is actually a little harder than the lower section. Also notice, we were
able to drag a nearly stock Land Cruiser through it!! But he did need
tugs, pushing, hi-lifting, and rock stacking. But it's all about the
lines.
The last couple of pictures are of Tracy in his incredible FJ40 (if you
want to call it that). It took us 5 hours to do lower Anaconda. He
proceeded to tackle both Lower and Upper Anaconda in 20 minutes without a
spotter!!!!!!!!!! Did I mention he places in the top 10 in ARCA
events?? That was one hell of a rig. Funniest thing is, he had no
tools, no spare tire, and no remote for his winch! That's confidence in
your rig and abilities!
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18805 From: Nick Notestine <nnote@n...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 10:54am
Subject: Jackstands 4free
I have 4 Jackstands? If that's what you call them for free. They are
basiclly steel tripods that go from about a foot high and raise to almost 2
feet high. They have a large bolt on top that adjusts to hold up your
vehicle, or object of your choice... First come first serve, no warrenty or
refund. They going to the dumpster soon....
Nick
4808393782
18806 From: Mike Baney <jeepin_in_az@y...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 11:04am
Subject: Re: Easy ride to Waterfalls near Carefree, AZ
I wonder if it is possible to go pass the waterfall
and see what is on the other side of it???
Mike
--- finkaz@y... wrote:
>
> Camp Creek Water Falls near Carefree, AZ
>
> I am new to Jeeping and have been staying on some of
> the
> easier trails. I came across this water fall about
> 10 miles east
> of Cave Creek/Carfree in the Tonto National Forest.
>
> Many of you maybe know about it, but if not....I
> would like to share
> it with those who have never been there.
>
> It is very easy to get to as it is only about 2.5
> miles off the
> main paved road. Any stock Jeep and newbie Jeeper
> could make
> this simple run. And what a nice waterfall to see,
> considering
> you are in the midst of a desert. I have been there
> many times and
> have always seen the water flowing. There are many
> local tour Jeep
> companies that take their rides to these falls.
>
> If you are interested, here are the directions you
> will need:
>
> 1. Take Cave Creek Rd through Cave creek and
> Carefree and
> head east out of town.
>
> 2.Travel a few miles + out of town and turn RIGHT on
> the road to
> Bartlett/Horseshoe lake.
>
> 3. Follow this road about 5 miles and watch for a
> small sign along
> the road: "Camp Creek". Find the lowest point of the
> road and turn
> left (North) just before the left-arrow sign along
> the road.
> (The sign is all shot up)
> N 33' 50.92 W 111' 47.19
>
> 4. Follow up the dry creek bed for EXACTLY 1.7 miles
> to an open area.
> N 33' 52.23 W 111' 47.84
>
> 5. Turn left at the open area and follow along the
> canyon for
> about 1/3 mile until you see some water on the
> ground.
>
> 6. Follow the water upstream to the falls. (about
> 1/4 Mi)
> N 33'52.54 W 111' 48.17
>
> You can park as soon as you see the water on the
> ground as it is only
> a short hike to the falls, or you can follow the
> water as far as you
> feel comfortable and get in nice and close. No
> problem for a Jeep to
> make a U turn and come out, but some long bodies may
> have trouble.
> The worst driving is over a few river rock sections
> that you must
> take slow and easy. This area is open to 4X4's,
> ATC's, ATV's and the
> 1st SUV, the horse. You may see some of these in
> this area,
> especially on the weekends.
>
> If you would like to see 2 photos, point your
> browser to:
>
> http://pages.prodigy.net/finkaz/campcrfalls.jpg
>
>
> When you come back out to the main road and you want
> more, cross
> over the road and continue South on the Camp Creek
> river bed and
> travel 10 miles through some easy, sandy, fun
> driving to the Verde
> River. There is a exit road at the river that will
> take you out to a
> paved road near RioVerde, AZ (Dynamite Rd).
>
> Questions or comments welcome at:
> finkaz@p...
>
> Jim Fink
> AZVJC
> 92 YJ
>
>
>
>
>
>
=====
2001 TJ
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18807 From: Nick Notestine <nnote@n...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 11:06am
Subject: Jackstands
It didn't take long, the jackstands are gone.
Nick
18808 From: Dan Coley <mt_b@y...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 11:14am
Subject: Lockright Owners Please Read!!
I have been running a Lockright in the rear of my 2000 TJ, Dana 35C,
33 Big O MT, with a 4cyl and no engine mods, 3" susp lift since Dec.
As some know I broke the pinion shaft in the locker last week at Raw
Deal. Some who have wheeled with me know that I can pick an odd line
here or there, but do not drive hard, spin tires and slam my way
through stuff, I go as easy as possible on a D35 as most people
should. However, the shaft did break, but the locker sustained no
other damage.
The good news is that Lockright is replacing my locker free of
charge, the bad news is a quote I got from one of their "tech" guys
today, when I called to discuss the problem and looking for a
possible solution, he said and I quote:
"THE SHAFT SHOULD NOT BREAK UNLESS YOUR ARE DOING ANY TYPE OF
ROCKCRAWLING"...end quote.
If anyone else doesn't see the oddity in that statement, explain it
too me, cause in no other terms, that scares the hell out of me.
I quote from their website: "Powertrax Lock-Right Lockers are brute
force devices for rugged truck applications....Best suited for
extreme off-road to severe on-road use. proven in the most demanding
applications worldwide" Exactly how much worse than rockcrawling
does it get?
Jason Riggs told me that Lockright makes a "hardened" shaft that is
supposed to be stronger than the stock Lockright shaft...my question
for them was, why not just make the good one and ditch the old
one...there was no answer from Powertrax. According to Powertrax the
hardened shaft has a hole at one end, where as the "weaker" one has a
hole at both ends. Needless to say I will make sure I get the better
one for the replacement. ORU sells the shaft, but I have to pay $20
just so that my locker won't break!
I felt obligated to announce the "philosophy" behind Powertrax's
Lockright lockers. Unfortunately I am spoiled and cannot run without
a locker now, but Lockrights are the cheapest and for the mean time
will have to be my locker of choice.
Dan
2000 TJ, currently broken
18809 From: Patrick Stevens <dreamwev@m...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 11:26am
Subject: Re: Lockright Owners Please Read!!
Both of the lockrights I bought in the past had no pinion shaft whatsaoever.
You had to buy the hardened shaft. Everyone I talked to said you had to use
the hardened shaft as well.
Patrick
----- Original Message -----
From: Dan Coley <mt_b@y...>
To: <az_vjc@yahoogroups.com>
Sent: Wednesday, February 14, 2001 12:14 PM
Subject: [az_vjc] Lockright Owners Please Read!!
> I have been running a Lockright in the rear of my 2000 TJ, Dana 35C,
> 33 Big O MT, with a 4cyl and no engine mods, 3" susp lift since Dec.
>
> As some know I broke the pinion shaft in the locker last week at Raw
> Deal. Some who have wheeled with me know that I can pick an odd line
> here or there, but do not drive hard, spin tires and slam my way
> through stuff, I go as easy as possible on a D35 as most people
> should. However, the shaft did break, but the locker sustained no
> other damage.
>
> The good news is that Lockright is replacing my locker free of
> charge, the bad news is a quote I got from one of their "tech" guys
> today, when I called to discuss the problem and looking for a
> possible solution, he said and I quote:
>
> "THE SHAFT SHOULD NOT BREAK UNLESS YOUR ARE DOING ANY TYPE OF
> ROCKCRAWLING"...end quote.
>
> If anyone else doesn't see the oddity in that statement, explain it
> too me, cause in no other terms, that scares the hell out of me.
>
> I quote from their website: "Powertrax Lock-Right Lockers are brute
> force devices for rugged truck applications....Best suited for
> extreme off-road to severe on-road use. proven in the most demanding
> applications worldwide" Exactly how much worse than rockcrawling
> does it get?
>
> Jason Riggs told me that Lockright makes a "hardened" shaft that is
> supposed to be stronger than the stock Lockright shaft...my question
> for them was, why not just make the good one and ditch the old
> one...there was no answer from Powertrax. According to Powertrax the
> hardened shaft has a hole at one end, where as the "weaker" one has a
> hole at both ends. Needless to say I will make sure I get the better
> one for the replacement. ORU sells the shaft, but I have to pay $20
> just so that my locker won't break!
>
> I felt obligated to announce the "philosophy" behind Powertrax's
> Lockright lockers. Unfortunately I am spoiled and cannot run without
> a locker now, but Lockrights are the cheapest and for the mean time
> will have to be my locker of choice.
>
> Dan
> 2000 TJ, currently broken
>
>
>
>
>
18810 From: Joe W <arizonajeep@h...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 11:23am
Subject: RE: I gave you THe Bassett Hound.
He was best tasting Bassett hound ever we had for Christmas dinner.
Tank yous very very much for hims. His was not weighted 70 pounds...much
more closer to 66 pounds but still enough to feed wife and 10 childrens.
Sincerely,
Tham Ngugyn Ngo
<grin>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: JEEP THANG [mailto:jeep_thang@h...]
> Sent: Wednesday, February 14, 2001 10:41 AM
> To: az_vjc@yahoogroups.com
> Subject: [az_vjc] I gave you THe Bassett Hound.
>
>
> Hello, I gave someone a Bassett Hound, named Sarge, 5 yo about 70 lbs.
> My wife and I were just wandering how he is Doing.
>
> Sincerely: Larry, Carmen, and Emily
> JEEP THANG FAMILY
>
>
>
>
>
18811 From: Dan Coley <mt_b@y...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 11:24am
Subject: Re: Lockright Owners Please Read!!
That's what I've heard, yet my locker came with a pinion shaft...I
know for a fact because I'm currently the owner of 2 shafts, one
broken (Lockright's) and one not broken (the factory D35 shaft).
I'm going to make sure I have the hardened one with the reinstall, as
well as the new install into Tara's jeep next week of her locker.
--- In az_vjc@y..., "Patrick Stevens" <dreamwev@m...> wrote:
> Both of the lockrights I bought in the past had no pinion shaft
whatsaoever.
> You had to buy the hardened shaft. Everyone I talked to said you
had to use
> the hardened shaft as well.
>
> Patrick
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Dan Coley <mt_b@y...>
> To: <az_vjc@y...>
> Sent: Wednesday, February 14, 2001 12:14 PM
> Subject: [az_vjc] Lockright Owners Please Read!!
>
>
> > I have been running a Lockright in the rear of my 2000 TJ, Dana
35C,
> > 33 Big O MT, with a 4cyl and no engine mods, 3" susp lift since
Dec.
> >
> > As some know I broke the pinion shaft in the locker last week at
Raw
> > Deal. Some who have wheeled with me know that I can pick an odd
line
> > here or there, but do not drive hard, spin tires and slam my way
> > through stuff, I go as easy as possible on a D35 as most people
> > should. However, the shaft did break, but the locker sustained no
> > other damage.
> >
> > The good news is that Lockright is replacing my locker free of
> > charge, the bad news is a quote I got from one of their "tech"
guys
> > today, when I called to discuss the problem and looking for a
> > possible solution, he said and I quote:
> >
> > "THE SHAFT SHOULD NOT BREAK UNLESS YOUR ARE DOING ANY TYPE OF
> > ROCKCRAWLING"...end quote.
> >
> > If anyone else doesn't see the oddity in that statement, explain
it
> > too me, cause in no other terms, that scares the hell out of me.
> >
> > I quote from their website: "Powertrax Lock-Right Lockers are
brute
> > force devices for rugged truck applications....Best suited for
> > extreme off-road to severe on-road use. proven in the most
demanding
> > applications worldwide" Exactly how much worse than rockcrawling
> > does it get?
> >
> > Jason Riggs told me that Lockright makes a "hardened" shaft that
is
> > supposed to be stronger than the stock Lockright shaft...my
question
> > for them was, why not just make the good one and ditch the old
> > one...there was no answer from Powertrax. According to Powertrax
the
> > hardened shaft has a hole at one end, where as the "weaker" one
has a
> > hole at both ends. Needless to say I will make sure I get the
better
> > one for the replacement. ORU sells the shaft, but I have to pay
$20
> > just so that my locker won't break!
> >
> > I felt obligated to announce the "philosophy" behind Powertrax's
> > Lockright lockers. Unfortunately I am spoiled and cannot run
without
> > a locker now, but Lockrights are the cheapest and for the mean
time
> > will have to be my locker of choice.
> >
> > Dan
> > 2000 TJ, currently broken
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
18812 From: Jeff <phjwo@p...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 11:39am
Subject: Re: My Brakes...
It sounds like a bad diaphram in the master cylinder. Or a bad brake
booster.
Jeff
MICHAEL wrote:
> All,
>
> Help?
>
> I have a 78 CJ7. This past weekend I replaced the front brake lines with
> the braided, stainless-steel lines. I also replaced the pads and shoes.
> Here is the problem: I've bled the brakes, bled them again, and again
> and again... I've now gone through almost 3 of the 32oz bottles of brake
> fluid. Each time, I get solid fluid at each wheel. Each time, the pedal
> still drops to the floor. I can pump them and get great pressure, but if I
> let
> it sit for 4 - 5 seconds, the pressure is gone when I step down on the
> brakes
> again... the pedal drops to the floor. I've since replaced the master
> cylinder
> twice (we thought the first one may have been defective), and still have had
> no change. Is it possible that the new pads are keeping the caliper pistons
> compressed too far in, allowing the pressure to be lost? Or could the
> combination valve be losing the pressure? My dad and I need some help.
> We've been at this since Saturday, and still haven't made any progress.
>
>
> Thanks,
> Michael
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
18813 From: <Jeepguy@z...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 11:41am
Subject: Re: Lockright Owners Please Read!!
Shoulda bought DETROIT!!! DOH!! :)
18814 From: <Tjacobs@I...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 11:46am
Subject: YJ Question
Hey all -
Can anyone tell me if the front driveshaft of a YJ (D30, vacuum
actuator,
NP231) should or shouldn't spin freely with the vehicle parked, t-
case in
2-hi, tranny in park? I swear to God I've witnessed both, WITHOUT
moving
the Jeep! Am trying to locate a new "clunk" and came across this
driveshaft
issue while checking the u-joints. Either front tire spins freely
without
turning the driveshaft or the other tire (ie. it's not in 4wd).
TIA,
Tom
18815 From: Daver <daver@c...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 11:55am
Subject: Re: YJ Question
Tjacobs@I... wrote:
> Can anyone tell me if the front driveshaft of a YJ (D30, vacuum
> actuator,
> NP231) should or shouldn't spin freely with the vehicle parked, t-
> case in
> 2-hi, tranny in park? I swear to God I've witnessed both, WITHOUT
> moving
> the Jeep! Am trying to locate a new "clunk" and came across this
> driveshaft
> issue while checking the u-joints. Either front tire spins freely
> without
> turning the driveshaft or the other tire (ie. it's not in 4wd).
It will if you are open, I believe.
18816 From: Russell Gevarter <gev39@y...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 11:59am
Subject: Re: YJ Question
It should spin freely, unless in $WD
(Must have been a Jeeper whoever designed my keyboard; they put the "$"
on the "4" key...)
Tjacobs@I... wrote:
> Hey all -
>
> Can anyone tell me if the front driveshaft of a YJ (D30, vacuum
> actuator,
> NP231) should or shouldn't spin freely with the vehicle parked, t-
> case in
> 2-hi, tranny in park? I swear to God I've witnessed both, WITHOUT
> moving
> the Jeep! Am trying to locate a new "clunk" and came across this
> driveshaft
> issue while checking the u-joints. Either front tire spins freely
> without
> turning the driveshaft or the other tire (ie. it's not in 4wd).
>
> TIA,
> Tom
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18817 From: Dan Coley <mt_b@y...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 0:02pm
Subject: UPDATE:Re: Lockright Owners Please Read!!
Just got off the phone with Ken @ Powertrax...BTW if you need to call
ask for him, x238...he's the only knowledgable one there. He said
that the shaft that should be used is a hardened one made of the same
steel as the drivers and couplers, and it should have ONE hole it it,
for the pinion bolt. In the past the part number 2310 (for D35s in
YJs) and part number 2311 (for D35s in TJs) the Lockright DID come
with a new pinion shaft, however it has been breaking (DUH) and now
they are coming with the new shaft...but they are the ONLY Lockrights
that come with shafts, so some of you may or may not have bought a
Lockright that came with one.
Ken is replacing mine for free, and will ship me a new one for free
if the new Lockright that I'm buying tomorrow doesn't have the right
shaft...thats good customer service.
I did ask about the "rockcrawling" quote, and he said the guy doesn't
know what he's talking about, etc etc...who knows. But he did say
that running a Lockright in a jeep with 33in tires is the limit of
the pinion shaft...and no one should run one with bigger.
Buy the time I go to bigger tires, I'll have the Super 35 kit with a
Detroit, so I'm not worried...yet. Wish I could afford 60s right off
the bat...but oh well.
Dan
--- In az_vjc@y..., Jeepguy@z... wrote:
> Shoulda bought DETROIT!!! DOH!! :)
18818 From: <cmandrick@h...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 0:47pm
Subject: Shackle reversal........
Hi again all,
Does anyone in the club run a shackle reversal? I have considered
going to one, but I want "real-world" opinions about the on-road
handling, as my jeep is my primary transportation. My setup will be
33" tires on 4 inches of lift, with a 1.5 inch body lift, drop pitman
arm, and otherwise stock steering.
Chris M.
18819 From: Roger Tomas <tomasr@a...>
Date: Wed Feb 14, 2001 0:50pm
Subject: Re: My Brakes...
I am currently going through the same secnario with my YJ and am on
my 2nd master cylinder too. You do need to do what's called "bench
bleeding" the master cylinder. You'll need a kit that include the
fittings/tubes that connect to the brakeline connections on the
master cylinder. You clamp the master cylinder in a vise, fill it
with fluid, stick the ends of the tubes back into the reservoir so
that the ends of the tubes are submerged, and then use a large philips
screwdriver to pump the master cylinder using 1" strokes.
As you do this, you will see air bubbles in the reservoir as they
are forced through the tubes. Keep pumping until you see no more
air bubbles. Then install on your Jeep, connect the brakelines
and bleed the brakes as would would normally starting with the
wheel that is furthest from the master cylinder. Normally sequence
is right rear, left rear, right front, left front.
I have done this with my 2nd master cylinder and have had to bleed
the brakes one additional time so far. Wheel see whether this fixes
it.
-Roger
MICHAEL wrote:
>
> All,
>
> Help?
>
> I have a 78 CJ7. This past weekend I replaced the front brake lines with
> the braided, stainless-steel lines. I also replaced the pads and shoes.
> Here is the problem: I've bled the brakes, bled them again, and again
> and again... I've now gone through almost 3 of the 32oz bottles of brake
> fluid. Each time, I get solid fluid at each wheel. Each time, the pedal
> still drops to the floor. I can pump them and get great pressure, but if I
> let
> it sit for 4 - 5 seconds, the pressure is gone when I step down on the
> brakes
> again... the pedal drops to the floor. I've since replaced the master
> cylinder
> twice (we thought the first one may have been defective), and still have had
> no change. Is it possible that the new pads are keeping the caliper pistons
> compressed too far in, allowing the pressure to be lost? Or could the
> combination valve be losing the pressure? My dad and I need some help.
> We've been at this since Saturday, and still haven't made any progress.
>
> Thanks,
> Michael