Post by: Jeeper Creeper on February 21, 2009, 01:13:04 AM
First there is noise coming from the front end, like metal against metal sort of noise. I'm thinking something lose or worn bushes maybe? It's not a regular sound, more like a horse cart sort of sound if you know what I mean...
So I was wondering if you guys could advise what things I could check and how, so I can try locate what's making the noises.
I'm not a mechanic but I've always fixed my cars myself and hope to do the same with the TJ. It bugs me when there is something wrong with my car...
So if you could name a few likely culprits and I'll start bonding with my Jeep. Got Monday and Tuesday off and need something to occupy myself with
BTW could you recommend a good owners manual?
Cheers
Tad
Post by: greggmo on February 21, 2009, 01:34:50 AM
Post by: Bubba on February 21, 2009, 09:05:48 AM
Post by: isle of man on February 21, 2009, 09:32:24 AM
Post by: Jeeper Creeper on February 21, 2009, 09:59:05 AM
Quote from: "V8 Bubba"
is it with the bumps in the road turning corners or at very slow speedsI've only been driving slowly in town and yes it make the gritty sound when driving over bumps or potholes and when turning.
Quote from: "isle of man"
UJ'sShell I replace them and if yes where to buy them from?
I'll do what greggmo said later today.
Cheers
Post by: Jeeper Creeper on February 21, 2009, 01:53:52 PM
Are those the UJs that have to be replaced?
(http://http://i200.photobucket.com/albums/aa66/tadaska/hub2.jpg)
That one don't look too bad:
(http://http://i200.photobucket.com/albums/aa66/tadaska/UJ.jpg)
The wheel hub look very rusty :| needs new collars?
(http://http://i200.photobucket.com/albums/aa66/tadaska/ARB.jpg)
Sorry to give so many questions all at once but I've got a week off mid April and would like to use it to get some things fixed. I do keep my cars in good shape and most people don't understand why I keep replacing everything with new bits and spend all that money.... but I don't smoke, drink or go out (a bit of a no lifer :roll:
Cheers
Tad
Post by: isle of man on February 21, 2009, 02:40:23 PM
Post by: gordy on February 21, 2009, 07:54:41 PM
Post by: gordy on February 21, 2009, 08:17:12 PM
Cheers
Tad[/quote]
Have a look here
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Post by: Jeeper Creeper on February 21, 2009, 11:58:27 PM
Is there a reputable online part supplier you could recommend or do I have to find the nearest dealer?
Cheers
Tad
Post by: isle of man on February 22, 2009, 12:00:32 AM
Post by: Jeeper Creeper on March 02, 2009, 06:08:40 PM
Some day will have to do the back too, they also have some play there.
Cheers guys
Tad
Post by: Jeeper Creeper on March 07, 2009, 12:23:05 PM
What do you guys suggest I do next? Front axel UJs?
Post by: isle of man on March 07, 2009, 12:55:01 PM
Post by: Mike Pavelin on March 07, 2009, 01:15:40 PM
Post by: Jeeper Creeper on March 07, 2009, 01:35:37 PM
Post by: Jeeper Creeper on March 07, 2009, 01:36:34 PM
Quote from: "isle of man"
Have you changed this bushing?
Nope, could it be that?
Edit: that drop-link joint feels all solid, don't seem like something that could make a noise, but then what do I know....
Post by: isle of man on March 07, 2009, 01:53:49 PM
Post by: Jeeper Creeper on March 07, 2009, 02:27:57 PM
I'll order a pair from lighthouse. Are they two piece or one piece items?
Edit: doh! has to be two piece LOL.
Post by: isle of man on March 07, 2009, 03:09:13 PM
You will need to order four that's two each side.
Post by: Jeeper Creeper on March 07, 2009, 03:19:16 PM
????
Post by: isle of man on March 07, 2009, 04:31:03 PM