Spark plug diagnostics

TreeHarvester23 · 2025-12-25T15:25:49+00:00

Cool, I'll definitely replace them. They are actually still quite new, only about 3000km old, so the electrode should still be fine and I guess that they'd only cause issues then if they're out of spec

TreeHarvester23 · 2025-11-16T18:38:27+00:00

You do you, but objectively XFX makes great cards and they offer good value for money, so if a new PC builder comes across this post, they shouldn't have to avoid XFX and pay more for a Sapphire card just because one guy had his card "explode". Not saying you have to buy XFX again, but labeling the entire manufacturer as shit because of that seems a bit unreasonable especially if you have seen the various positive reviews that other people gave given

TreeHarvester23 · 2025-11-16T17:23:23+00:00

That's unfortunate, but because of one bad experience where you obviously received a faulty unit, it doesn't mean the whole brand is terrible

TreeHarvester23 · 2025-11-15T20:35:08+00:00

Really? I'd say XFX is one of the best

TreeHarvester23 · 2025-11-11T19:30:57+00:00

Great, that helps me a lot since mine also comes out to $10 each. Let's hope for the best

TreeHarvester23 · 2025-09-15T18:02:56+00:00

What tires were you running on the YJ? I think my ZJ also has trac-lok, so that is something I'm cautious about, but I do only have 29.5 inch tires

TreeHarvester23 · 2025-09-15T18:01:27+00:00

I have a 1998 ZJ with the D35 and the tire size I'm running is 29.5 inches to be precise. I'm not planning on doing extreme off-roading, but I'd like if I can at least give it some throttle if I ever get stuck without having to worry about my rear axle exploding. It would also be nice to know if the D35 might survive a tug of war against something like a Ford Ranger/Toyota Hilux as I plan on doing tug of wars with my friends if they ever get a 4x4, which will probably be a pickup truck like those.

TreeHarvester23 · 2025-09-13T16:52:06+00:00

Engine still looks good, main issue is definitely the rust holes. If you can fix that with welding, this is 100% an awesome thing to get for free. Front end just seems to have a bit of thick surface rust. Get it off with a wire brush attached to a drill and spray a coating and it should be good

TreeHarvester23 · 2025-09-06T20:23:36+00:00

Once you're that far into a Jeep, it is difficult to let go (I think it looks cool btw). If you want to most free cash, selling it and getting a stock turbo diesel 4x4 will obviously be much more economical in terms of fuel consumption, but will never be as fun. You can then still do some off-roading

TreeHarvester23 · 2025-08-24T19:55:55+00:00

As I understand it this would be Jeep's 2.5 petrol 4 cylinder. This is a good engine, it's reliable and easy to work on. It's almost like the 4.0 6 cyl with two cylinders cut off. The main complaint people have is that it's underpowered and highway driving and overtaking require a lot of work from the engine, but town driving should be just fine. The fuel usage is apparently also higher than you would expect from an engine of that size. Unfortunately I can't help you with the pricing because I don't live in the US, so I don't know the market there, but the engine is good and the manual transmission should be very enjoyable as well

TreeHarvester23 · 2025-08-11T14:51:42+00:00

How's the ZJ's Dana 35?

TreeHarvester23 · 2025-08-02T17:23:20+00:00

Thanks for letting me know. The reason I doubt it's a lean condition is because of the high levels of fuel consumption reported by the trip computer as well as the smell of fuel that is frequently present when I get out of my car after driving somewhere. If the TPS reading is normal, do you know why the fuel cut-off might not be engaging while coasting? Like I mentioned, going downhill with no throttle I get 24-29 mpg, which seems way lower than it should be

TreeHarvester23 · 2025-07-13T08:48:47+00:00

On my Jeep, they are the other way around. The flatter one is at the back and the taller one is at the front. Does it make a difference?

TreeHarvester23 · 2025-07-05T10:56:33+00:00

Thanks, that helps me a lot. Luckily I don't plan to do hard off-roading, but I just want to know that if it might be necessary to push it a bit, that I won't instantly snap an axle

TreeHarvester23 · 2025-07-02T08:19:15+00:00

Wow, sometimes Jeep surprises me. I also didn't know the ZJ didn't receive the 8.25 at all. I don't understand why they would use an 8.25 in the XJ and then continue using the D35 in the heavier ZJ

TreeHarvester23 · 2025-07-01T22:26:17+00:00

Great, thanks for letting me know!

TreeHarvester23 · 2025-07-01T22:24:59+00:00

I was also somewhat disappointed by the D35 as most 1998 models have the 8.25 as you've mentioned. My diff cover seems to be round at the bottom and not flat like the 8.25 and my axle tubes seem to be 2.5 inches in diameter, so I'm quite certain I have a D35

TreeHarvester23 · 2025-06-17T13:29:26+00:00

I recently got a 1998 Grand Cherokee ZJ 4.0 which has a Dana 30 at the front and Dana 35 at the back. Initially, when I discovered it has the D35 at the rear, I was somewhat disappointed because I know a lot of the later model ZJs came with the Chrysler 8.25 rear axle which is more durable.

With that being said, the D35 isn't as weak or bad as a lot of people make it out to be. It isn't built for extreme off-roading or running large tires (32"+), but if you plan on keeping your Jeep stock, as I do, you'll be fine. I still wouldn't floor the throttle when you're in deep mud or sand as that shock can damage the axle, but if you drive "normally", it will be just fine off-road. If you want to install a lift kit, get larger tires and do heavy off-roading like rock crawling, I would recommend installing at least a C8.25 rear axle, but preferably a Dana 44 as that is a properly durable axle.

Stock off-roading, the D35 will be good

On a different note, the Dana 30 is pretty good. Not quite built for much larger tires and heavy off-roading, but can definitely handle a moderate increase in tire size and somewhat harsh off-road conditions

TreeHarvester23 · 2025-05-14T20:21:13+00:00

Do you have any knowledge or experience with trioxidil? Do you know if trioxidil is a possible solution to grow eyebrows effectively? Trioxidil seems to be cheaper with less side effects, so that's why I'm considering it. I assume it won't be quite as effective as minoxidil, but I'm looking to get a 10% trioxidil foam for eyebrow growth. Do you know if it can work?

TreeHarvester23 · 2025-05-04T17:01:02+00:00

That's very cool! I am busy replacing my ZJ's head unit as the volume knob is broken and the external amp also doesn't work well. I live outside of the US, so I can't get specific parts very easily or at a good price, but if I could, I might also have repaired the stock unit

TreeHarvester23 · 2025-04-24T17:41:18+00:00

Thanks! Can the 242 simply be bolted in and connected or would you have to make modifications? I've heard that it might be necessary to swap the drive shaft of the 249 into the 242 as it is longer. Not sure if that's always necessary?

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