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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 6:31 pm
This area in intended for general conversations about or related to Full Size Jeeps. Topics that do not fall under this will be moved or deleted....
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Last post by Stuka
Tue Apr 16, 2013 6:31 pm
Which battery would yoy guys recomend ?
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candymancan »
Tue Oct 17, 2023 1:57 pm
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Now i need a battery for my J10 its about 80% done and ready for the road.. minus me getting a title for it lol.
But yea.
Its got basics.. no power...
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This thread is kinda like an oil thread, but I run the Odessey ODX-AGM34M.
It is a marine starting battery, and it has a set of standard post, and a...
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Last post by Dusty
Sat Nov 04, 2023 9:50 pm
Just purchased a 1985 GW, had a few questions
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Drewsk »
Tue Oct 31, 2023 3:46 pm
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After looking for a few years I was finally able to buy a 1985 Grand Wagoneer. The paint is rough but it drives great and the interior is in awesome...
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Lots of write ups on this and other Jeep forums regarding the replacement of Ammeter with V gauge. Google search and you will find lots of references.
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Last post by devildog80
Sat Nov 04, 2023 11:36 am
Thought I found a J Dually, but...
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65dually »
Tue Oct 31, 2023 5:24 am
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Hello FSJ network,
New member here looking for some assistance from the group. I apologize in advance for the lengthy post.
I recently heard about...
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Someone posted a Townside dually on here; red and white? It had flares like the Thriftside at Motor Trend, grafted to the bed. These extended further...
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Last post by Stuka
Wed Nov 01, 2023 10:13 am
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Last post by The PIG Smith
Mon Oct 30, 2023 7:11 am
Tailgate emblem
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Rocksolid »
Mon Oct 23, 2023 1:03 pm
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Hi,
I have a 1986 Jeep Wagoneer and on the tailgate below the window key switch it has two holes about 8-9 apart. It appears to be where a emblem...
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The parts book will help you - this is from the 88J book free to read and download on the Tom Collins site.
88Jnameplates.png
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Last post by tgreese
Wed Oct 25, 2023 11:14 am
Knobs that just pull out ? What to do
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candymancan »
Fri Oct 20, 2023 5:19 pm
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One thing i hate abkut the older style fsj. Are the knobs. That just pull out.
My wiper knob doesnt turn fir the wipers.. because its weakened...
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IIRC the Wagoneer uses a wiper knob with a push button in the center that runs the washer. The CJ uses a similar knob, but the washer runs when you...
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Last post by tgreese
Sun Oct 22, 2023 8:35 am
TF 727 late upshifts
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dutchjeepdriver »
Sat Oct 21, 2023 7:22 am
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Hi everybody,
I have overhauled my automatic transmission from my '84 GW with alot of help from some youtube videos and reading the manual from Carl...
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Make sure that your linkages are moving freely, the one by the transmission. For some reason I had some dry built up and when forcing the gear...
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Last post by letank
Sat Oct 21, 2023 11:33 pm
Th400 filter bolt.. Filter is lose ?
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candymancan »
Wed Oct 18, 2023 1:03 pm
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Putting my pan back on after being off about a week.. i noticed when i put it all back tigether.. (o ring on the trans side and shove that plastic...
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Yeah I was recently watching videos on how to rebuild a TH400 and the master mechanic in the video specifically pointed out the loose filter/bolt...
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Last post by Hooby
Thu Oct 19, 2023 10:09 am
Anyone running an S10 Blazer fuel tank?
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baileynb »
Tue Sep 26, 2023 6:16 pm
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I'm trying to research the S10 Blazer fuel tank swap. The tank in my '72 Wagoneer is pretty beat up, has a shady looking patch, and I get occasional...
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I've read where people have put in Ford E-Series vans that are much larger, I think 30 gallon range? I'm fine with 20 gallons, it's only a gallon or...
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Last post by baileynb
Wed Oct 18, 2023 7:29 am
Driveshaft dropped!
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Milktruck »
Thu Oct 12, 2023 5:45 pm
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On the road thru Charleston WV and rear driveshaft dropped while running down the highway. Waiting on a tow to town.
I can’t get out to assess...
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Happy for you! Having issues is part of the adventure (although now that I am old I would rather avoid). I know I always breath a sigh of relief when...
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Last post by will e
Sun Oct 15, 2023 8:14 pm
73 Jeep J4000 power steering
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kmart98 »
Thu Oct 12, 2023 11:31 am
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My stock 73 Jeep J4000 is currently setup with manual steering. I would love to convert it over to power steering, since this thing is harder to...
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I think Srdayflyer is right about a new or rebuilt steering gear, if you go with a period-correct part. You can buy a new repop for exactly your...
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Last post by tgreese
Fri Oct 13, 2023 6:29 pm
Where is door/light chime module?
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Theodore »
Thu Oct 05, 2023 5:27 pm
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Wondering where the door chime module installs?
Mine doesn’t work (never looked into it) & not sure one is installed; found that I have one in the...
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I was not too sure but it seems to be the blue box/relay on the fuse box.
Old post but a good start:
i believe it is a relay box on your fuse...
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Last post by Theodore
Fri Oct 13, 2023 5:09 pm
Does this look like 3.54 gears on the tag ?
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candymancan »
Sun Oct 08, 2023 4:13 pm
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Changing the fluids in my J10 aince the major work is done now besides my leaf springs.
And the tag in the back is so far gone its hard to read any...
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Hah turn out the front diff had s tag too in better shaoe all the numbers on it.. 3.54 gears.. first time ive seen a front dana with a tag.
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Last post by candymancan
Thu Oct 12, 2023 6:44 pm
V belts for my J10 ?
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candymancan »
Wed Oct 04, 2023 12:07 am
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So on rock auto for my 76 J10, there are so many Vbelts, my Jeep has a/c and power steering, not too concerned about the a/c going atm, Just need the...
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Do not charge the AC to test for leaks. Pull a vacuum first, then make repairs as needed until you can hold vacuum, then charge.
I did find the...
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Last post by devildog80
Wed Oct 11, 2023 11:16 am
Bumper bolts size for 76 J10 ?
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candymancan »
Fri Oct 06, 2023 9:36 am
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Im looking in the fsm but perhaps im blind and im skipping it.
But what are the bumper bolt sizes for a 76 J10 three peice ? I just need the ones...
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Yea i figured this out tiday.. mine fully measured is 21 inchs long to the end.. a friends was 16 3/4. So mine is 5 in hs longer.
Had to be some...
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Last post by candymancan
Mon Oct 09, 2023 6:03 pm
New to me surviver
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K&B5kmile »
Mon Oct 02, 2023 11:15 am
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This is my 73 J4000 survivor, the jeep is a 360, th400, d20 with 4097 miles!!! The truck spent its whole life in Montana on a farm and never really...
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Cheers from Nor Cal, nice find.
Clean the oily caked oil to find the origin of the leak$.
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Last post by letank
Fri Oct 06, 2023 9:02 am
First Time Road Driving My FSJ!
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Harry Dawg »
Tue Sep 19, 2023 3:44 pm
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Alright y'all.
Today marked a significant milestone in this build. I got to drive it to and from work for the first time.
I've driven it around...
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I can't even imagine!
I never understood how people get rigs built in such short time frames. Even if I spend 10 hours a day in the garage, I always...
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Last post by candymancan
Wed Oct 04, 2023 3:46 pm
Signal light wiring
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cody3395 »
Wed Oct 04, 2023 7:13 am
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Hey all,
I recently bought and put in new front signal lights for my 1971 J-4000 (bought them from Team Grand Wagoner if anyone's familiar). My...
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i just used the oem socket on mine was a plug and play , and just saved the one that came with the new units , unless the are some sort of different...
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Last post by Srdayflyer
Wed Oct 04, 2023 10:54 am
Need some help finding paint
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nylajean44 »
Tue Oct 03, 2023 5:59 pm
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Hey just put on a rocker panel and need to find some white paint. Does anyone have a link to the paint that matches. It’s a 1975.
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In 1975, you should have Medium Blue Poly and Alpine White, paint code 567. Look here - You can find this info in the '74-80 parts book, available...
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Last post by tgreese
Wed Oct 04, 2023 4:45 am
Door panel clips
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deckroid »
Fri Nov 30, 2018 11:05 am
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Hey all
My GW is coming home from the painters next week and after I am finished hugging her, I am going to start to put her back together. A few...
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I have repaired the fiber part of door cards with strathmore board (a structural cardboard used by hobbyists, artists and architects for model...
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Last post by Greg72
Mon Oct 02, 2023 8:03 am
Heater
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tclancy77 »
Mon Sep 18, 2023 9:32 am
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My heater is stuck on high. Do fsj’s have heater core resistors? Is my board just fried? Where should I start?
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i would start with the heater resistor on the engine bay side of the heater core plentum next to the blower motor thats where i would start, 2 screws...
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Last post by Srdayflyer
Fri Sep 29, 2023 7:36 pm
Factory j10 duel fuel tank or no?
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nylajean44 »
Wed Sep 27, 2023 5:35 pm
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I’ve been trying to find information about this duel fuel tanks on jtrucks but I’ve not no luck. It doesn’t have a switch so I’m guessing it just...
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This is the factory cover for the fuel filler.
J20doghouse.jpg
I believe this hole is for a saddle tank on the passenger side - which this...
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Last post by tgreese
Thu Sep 28, 2023 8:32 am
Roadworthy Rescues: J-Truck Episode
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Stuka »
Wed Sep 27, 2023 8:33 pm
I am sure some of you have a Motortrend on Demand subscription, and I am sure many of you miss Dirt Everyday.
Well, the latest episode of Roadworthy...
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Last post by Stuka
Wed Sep 27, 2023 8:33 pm
Rear leaf aprings for 76 J10, Confusion..
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candymancan »
Tue Sep 19, 2023 1:57 am
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So the rear springs on a 76 J10 with 131 inch wheel base.. Shouldnt any springs from 76-91 work ? Such as the ones for the Wagoneer/Grand Wagoneer....
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Since its a 5 month back order for the 97-459 spring for the 131 wheel base J10.
Cant i jist order the 97-485. And jist take the 3 lower springs out...
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Last post by candymancan
Wed Sep 27, 2023 1:16 pm
Hagerty article
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sierrablue »
Sat Sep 16, 2023 8:56 am
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I didn't really realize this was Z+M Jeeps...
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The closer frame rails were maybe stronger in their minds?
I don't disagree, however it IS Jeep--since when do they do stuff because it makes sense?...
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Tue Sep 26, 2023 8:51 am
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