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Ouray 2023
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Grand_Wag_85 »
Fri Jul 22, 2022 11:36 am
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Ouray
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**2023 FSJ Ouray Invasion Dates**
Copied from Aubreyanna's post on the FB page
July 17th - July 23rd
Our KOA contact, Ilka has been kind...
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Thanks yall, the road rash is all healed up but the cuts and deep gouge are still healing. I will definitely have some gnarly scars on my left arm,...
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Mon Jul 31, 2023 9:27 pm
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Stuka »
Tue Apr 16, 2013 6:35 pm
Topics that do not fall under this area as described will be moved or deleted. Which ever is more appropriate.
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Last post by Stuka
Tue Apr 16, 2013 6:35 pm
spring bushings
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Gumby »
Tue Apr 15, 2014 8:12 pm
Just wanted to know if the front and rear springs share the same dimensions? Wanted to get some poly-u for my 84 fronts.
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Last post by Gumby
Tue Apr 15, 2014 8:12 pm
Random questions re: rewiring
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BostonWag »
Sun Apr 13, 2014 8:06 am
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I'm in the process of installing an EZ Wiring harness in my '88 GW. The original wiring was so hacked to pieces that there was no sense trying to...
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You're only as good as the tools you use & your knowledge of using them. The ratcheting crimpers rock like our jeeps & several other things we don't...
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Last post by serehill
Tue Apr 15, 2014 5:41 pm
Gas mileage on GW w/ GM 400/700R4 vs GM 5.7/4L60
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67chevl »
Sun Apr 13, 2014 5:20 pm
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I have a 1988 Grand Wagoneer, 44s front and rear.
Can anyone tell me what their gas mileage is on these engine swaps?
I have access to a new GM...
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You're going to have a hard time getting actual numbers for the 400sbc as there aren't to many running around anymore but I would bet the power and...
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Last post by chevelleguy
Mon Apr 14, 2014 4:32 pm
Distributor issue
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Southern Gorilla »
Wed Apr 09, 2014 6:04 pm
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Thanks to my handy new tool I finally located where my ignition problem is. But I'm not sure exactly what the problem is yet. My shiny new MSD box is...
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Cap and rotor are like a matched set, when I replace one I replace the other, especially if there has been non-standard parts used.
I did. Brand new...
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Last post by Southern Gorilla
Mon Apr 14, 2014 11:56 am
HEI Install Help
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68J2000 »
Mon Mar 31, 2014 2:11 pm
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I apologize in advance if someone has already covered this topic but I could not seem to find what I was looking for in the search features. I've got...
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Thanks Jaber!! That is going to be a very helpful picture to me!
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Last post by 68J2000
Sun Apr 13, 2014 11:14 am
J10-GW Levis edition.
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Darren »
Sat Apr 12, 2014 5:51 pm
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I just acquired a tired '84 GW and plan to use all the luxo-barge goodies to make my '78 J10 into a what-if GW pickup.
Has anyone here swapped the...
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Thanks for the info. You guys saved me at the least a bunch of measuring, which I tend to do after I find out something won't fit. :)
I still plan...
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Last post by Darren
Sun Apr 13, 2014 7:49 am
Mopar 5.9 Swap into '91 Grand Wag
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Stealyourface »
Tue Oct 22, 2013 9:01 am
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I have a 1991 Grand Wagoneer with 173k on a tired rod-knocking motor. I'm looking to do a motor swap. I have a 1998 Grand Cherokee with a 5.9L, I...
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how about a write up on the wiring harness details for the Magnum? :-bd
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Last post by Manimal70
Thu Apr 10, 2014 9:35 pm
Electrical surprise..Expert comments sought
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rockonwoody »
Sun Apr 06, 2014 7:57 am
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I had this surprising situation happen. First the background, some of which may not be relevant to the surprise:
This is a 1983 Wagoneer with Inline...
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Thanks one and all for the comments, recovering from late season flu....
I'm glad I didn't leave the radio on, that would have upped the surprise...
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Last post by rockonwoody
Wed Apr 09, 2014 2:36 pm
Lifting 1969 J3600
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DiamondFanatic »
Sun Mar 23, 2014 12:06 pm
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Ok guys, I have seen lots of threads about suspension lifts but I'm hoping someone can help me out. I'm going to be installing front 4 hells creek...
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I also scored an awesome deal on some 33x12.5R15 Goodyear Duratracs today and picked up the paint to color match my new d slots this weekend. It...
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Last post by DiamondFanatic
Wed Apr 09, 2014 2:15 pm
which forged piston
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68glad »
Wed Apr 02, 2014 8:54 pm
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Are the wiseco's worth the extra money? Rings seem to be quite a bit more money.
edit: i'm not a drag racer. Going in my weekend wheeler.
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Ok i'm feeling better after searching some more. The speed pros come w/ moly rings already. So no matter what it looks like moly rings are in my...
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Last post by 68glad
Thu Apr 03, 2014 12:08 pm
14 bolt gurus
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surfwagoneer »
Tue Sep 17, 2013 2:46 pm
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So I got the 14 bolt tore down today and all the brake lines pulled off. I want to order disc brake parts later this week. My debate is the calipers....
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Looks like I'll be able to get a weld on bracket from ruffstuff. I might have to cut off the mounting flange but other than that I should be good to...
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Last post by surfwagoneer
Thu Apr 03, 2014 11:27 am
lift and drive shaft questions
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weezy »
Mon Mar 31, 2014 11:23 am
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Hey folks - I have posted this same question in my build thread but thought I would start a separate thread in order to generate responses. I am in...
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It's surprising that you are supposed to run the rear yoke in line with the drive shaft with a CV joint at the T-case. I am not questioning that...
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Last post by Stuka
Thu Apr 03, 2014 7:49 am
Needing some feeback on a fuel issue....
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rigdonkr »
Tue Apr 01, 2014 6:33 am
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I have done a 5.3/4l60 swap. For the fuel system, I used a Bosch 044 inline fuel pump: stock tank, stock sender and pick-up and this pump moans/howls...
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The one thing I have noticed is that wraping the pump in a foam sleeve with cut down on noise transfer. The other thing to try would be getting some...
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Last post by jaber
Thu Apr 03, 2014 7:07 am
6" Rusty's swap for a 2" kit?
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Saul32 »
Fri Mar 28, 2014 1:36 pm
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Thinking of swapping my 6 lift kit to a 2 instead. It's a rustys lift w sky jacket shocks. Anyone have a particular kit they really like?
Also, if...
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Food for thought - I'm running 31's with a 2 lift on my 90 Waggy. No problems with rubbing.
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Last post by rlars7
Thu Apr 03, 2014 5:48 am
4l60 swap idea.
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husker77 »
Mon Mar 31, 2014 7:06 pm
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So after like 97 or something the 4l60e started coming with a removable bellhousing. I was wondering what people think of the feasibility of using a...
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I agree on the 4l80 being a lot stronger tranny, I like the lower first of the 60 though. I thought if I could find a crap 4l80 housing I might try...
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Last post by husker77
Tue Apr 01, 2014 6:57 pm
Front Shock bracket upgrade
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will e »
Sun Mar 30, 2014 9:28 am
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Some of you have gone with a Ford 250? shock bracket up front. What am I looking for (years/models)? Will I need to replace my shocks?
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I am not sure I am changing them. I am about to go big on the front axle and am not sure if I will need to get new shocks or not. If I do, then...
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Last post by Gumby
Mon Mar 31, 2014 8:29 pm
Taurus fan installation
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derf »
Sat Mar 29, 2014 7:13 pm
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So it's finally warm enough to get out to the garage and get the cooling system back together. I'm going to be hooking this up to be driven by the...
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I also wired the relays as Sinking (breaking the negative lead) on the fans to minimize arcing on the relay contacts.
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Last post by rocklaurence
Sun Mar 30, 2014 6:19 pm
body lift
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surfwagoneer »
Wed Feb 26, 2014 7:14 am
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gonna be wrapping up my 1 inch body lift today. Is it necessary to lower the radiator and fan shroud with only a 1 inch lift?
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Severe duty fan clutch done proper like is on Ethan's site:
About 1/2 way down the page.
Anything else is poo as far as I am concerned for a minimal...
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Last post by surfwagoneer
Sun Mar 30, 2014 5:45 pm
melling oil pump
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68glad »
Thu Mar 27, 2014 8:25 pm
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Rebuilding my motor and am considering a melling oil pump. Are these a bad idea for a wheeler? Had 14psi hot before teardown.
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I just assuumed that the K-85 was a high volume pump since it appeared to have 10 teeth. Wasn't sure if that was something I needed/wanted. Mabey...
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Last post by fulsizjeep
Sun Mar 30, 2014 4:37 am
4" spring lift suggestions.
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J10Jeeper »
Thu Mar 27, 2014 8:14 am
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After some research we have decided that a 4 lift and 33's would probably be the best fit for our 74 J-10 build. There seems to be a few differ t...
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So here is another question on this. If I am wanting to clear 33's are you able to that with a 3 spring and block kit? and if so what are the...
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Last post by Stuka
Sat Mar 29, 2014 9:21 am
Kickdown Linkage Adjustment
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Herezja »
Mon Mar 24, 2014 1:59 pm
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Just finished up some mods to my Cherokee and need a little help. Added a Edelbrock 1406 carb and 2131 intake. I have a Edelbrock 1481 linkage...
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Thanks everyone...this is exactly what we were looking for.
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Last post by Herezja
Thu Mar 27, 2014 3:27 pm
83 Non-Tilt to 82 Tilt Steering Column(Both FSJs)
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Atla »
Sun Mar 23, 2014 2:22 pm
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I found a 1982 Grand Wag in a junkyard, with an Automatic Tilt Steering Column. My J10 is an '83, with manual, and a non tilt.
From what I've...
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Is that shifter linkage just for Automatics that shift on the column?
I'm running a manual floor shifter.
None of that linkage stuff will apply...
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Last post by Fleg
Wed Mar 26, 2014 5:57 pm
Engine bay painting - Single stage vs Base/Clear?
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ShawnQ »
Wed Mar 26, 2014 4:19 pm
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I'm probably going to spray my inner fenders and firewall/engine bay since my engine is out.
Should I go with a single stage lacquer, 2k urethane...
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I don't know what I used on my Mustang 20 years ago. It was single stage, I do know that. I went to a local paint place, told them what I was up to...
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Last post by will e
Wed Mar 26, 2014 5:33 pm
Hedman header install pictures/info?
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DanHS »
Thu May 09, 2013 1:31 pm
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I'm looking at getting Hedman headers for the GW, these model# 99250 ones that say they are for 80+ Wagoneers . I know there may be some clearance,...
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You can click the link in my build thread and look at my headmans.
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Last post by ShawnQ
Wed Mar 26, 2014 4:21 pm
64 J 200 Dana 44 front axle swap- help
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Irishjeeper »
Wed Mar 12, 2014 9:49 am
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Ok...got a stock 64 J 200 Dana 44 with drums and kings on the front end and passenger pumpkin drop. It has a wms to wms of 65.5 .
Have been told...
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On the Dana 44's on my 1969 there are metal tags on a cover bolt. Mine was really hard to read but by holdinga flashlight at the right angle I could...
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Last post by DiamondFanatic
Tue Mar 25, 2014 7:52 pm
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