Recent content by hunterjim-84CJ7

Thanks Jeepr, But after working with an experience troubleshooter in less then 5 min he found the starter solenoid to be bad. i replaced it and the jeep works as it should. Many thanks to those who help me get through this problem... Jim

Thanks slo-wrench44 but i would like it to work as it should useing the key. i have been doing some reserch does anyone have the wire diragram for the Diode fix AKA alternator Run on fix, I see write-up but need the diagram thanks

No good, i picked up a New Alternator and installed still the same problem. i also had the orig one cked and its good as well. a friend told be to check the Rod on the colum and see if it was making contact with the Switch and i can here a click when i turn the key off. so i changed the...

Thanks guys, Im picking up an alternator this weekend so i will let you know if the problem is fixed.

Thanks Bud, can you point out where that might be located on the Jeep? I see the coil, and starter solenoid but?? thanks JD

Hello all, i am new to the group and new to Jeeps. i just picked up a 1984 CJ with the 258 motor to restore. when i got it the owner said the stater was bad. lucky me i have a fried that owens a salvage yard with a few CJ's so i picked up a starter and new fuel pump and filter and my god the...