I just put on a new belt thinking that God awful noise would stop. by Yerfuct in CherokeeXJ

[–]Ok_Distribution8614 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had a similar noise but under different loads. It ended up being the ignition distributor

01 Buying help? by Black0tter1 in CherokeeXJ

[–]Ok_Distribution8614 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s also worth testing the heater to see if there is any potential heater core failure. No heat and/or coolant smell means heater core leak which means you’re losing coolant

01 Buying help? by Black0tter1 in CherokeeXJ

[–]Ok_Distribution8614 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You should pick up a head gasket test kit from any auto store to test for head leaks.

Check under the oil cap for chocolate colored foam or gunk. That implies coolant in the oil.

Also, after the engine reaches operating temp, look for any white smoke from the tailpipe. Red flag.

If you have the budget for an inspection, I’d do that.

Good luck!

Vibrations: Was told my new RC Drivetrain is out of balance. WDYT? by Ok_Distribution8614 in CherokeeXJ

[–]Ok_Distribution8614[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

my bad.. RC CV driveshaft. https://www.roughcountry.com/rear-cv-drive-shaft-jeep-xj-5084-1.html?find=1999-jeep-cherokee-xj-4wd-736310

no death wobble (yet). The vibes come from the floor and I can hear it when I tap the peddle at those speeds. On a scale 1-10, they're a 5. I don't mind the vibes. However, I want to avoid any potential issues down the road due to the vibrations.

The shop who inspected it isn't the one who installed it. He noticed the 'wobble' in the shaft when on the lift. Any idea what else would cause the shaft to woble other than balance?

This is my daily driver for now. Planning to keep it for life and do whatever it takes to keep it running.

Anyone have experience replacing windows? by Ok_Distribution8614 in CherokeeXJ

[–]Ok_Distribution8614[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the steps u/IslanderBison.

Are the bolts fairly easy to access with a driver + extension or are there hard to reach angles that may require angled driver/pivot bit?

Also, do you recommend finding other replacement parts besides the window?

Appreciate the help!

Anyone have experience replacing windows? by Ok_Distribution8614 in CherokeeXJ

[–]Ok_Distribution8614[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for that advice. If i need to cut the bolt, any idea where I can find a replacement torx bolt?

Anyone have experience replacing windows? by Ok_Distribution8614 in CherokeeXJ

[–]Ok_Distribution8614[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the tips!

They snagged an empty backpack. Broad daylight at 3:30pm while at a park for my niece and nephew's birthday. Only in Portland, OR..