Recent content by JeepGirl247

Meaning, I would rather use the engine in my Jeep to rebuild than some strange one...

Thanks...I trust my engine a lot more than some other engine out of a junked XJ 'cos at least I know it's history and that it has not been abused....

Thanks for the responses. I had a compression test done and it showed low pressure in all 6 of the cylinders, but the mechanic who ran it said that the head gasket was not cracked and that the engine block was fine. Does that sound reasonable or was it just a brush off because he thinks the...

I just took the headliner fabric out of my XJ because it was drooping beyond repair. Are there any tips and/or tricks on how to complete the project myself? What is the best adhesive to use and should I install a new piece of foam between the headliner board and the new fabric that I put on...

So are you saying that if I would get my 88 XJ appraised and then take that appraisal value to my insurance company (just a regular company, not a custom insurer), that they could guarantee covering my Jeep for that price is I got collision coverage on my policy? Keep in mind, this is my daily...

Thanks for the answers. I know logically it appears to be the right way to go with only liability, but I still find it scary to drive around without any type of collision or comp. on my Jeep... Is there anyone out there who DOES carry collision and/or comp on there older Jeep?

Here is a picture of the discoloration on my XJ's oil dipstick... Does this look like a condensation-related issue or does it look like a head gasket issue? http://www.jeepz.com/forum/cherokee-commander-wagoneer-liberty/28616-what-signs-bad-head-gasket-cracked-block.html That is the...

Hello again to all the Jeepers out there... I know that everyone's situation is different, but I'd like some general advice regarding insurance coverage for an older Cherokee. When I was on the phone with an agent giving me a policy quote, he basically said my 88 XJ would be totalled at $800...

Thanks again for all of the wonderful - detailed - tire info. My conclusion is that the 235's would work - just don't turn too sharp and don't overload the XJ :-) One more question to add to this topic - what is a good tire warranty to look for when purchasing new tires these days?

The 235's would look a lot better on an XJ, but my main concern is - are they tooo big for a stock lift/suspension? I wouldn't think so, but I am still looking for suggestions or personal experience with this. Thanks, volaredon, for the tire info.

Thanks... Do you think it is okay to keep running it until it absolutely needs a rebuilt engine or is it best to just replace the engine before it goes because of it affecting other parts of the vehicle? Also, when you say "rebuild", are you referring to rebuilding this original engine...

After a 30 mile round trip, I checked the oil level in my XJ and was surprised that the oil level had dropped from "FULL" to almost "ADD" when I checked it the day after the trip! It has leaked oil for a long time now, but it has never had such a drastic drop after such a short trip! I've...

Thanks! I'll clean it up and get it tested as soon as this weather clears...

Thanks a lot! I refilled the tires over the weekend and left the fourth one go - the tire valve cap was not coming off and I didn't want it to have a problem leaking all the air, plus it wasn't low thankfully...so that info you posted will definately come in handy!

Thanks for the FYI. MudderChuck - The last time I refilled them two of the valves gave me problems that I never encountered before - one of which was the valve actually shot out the tire's air as soon as I went to fill it! Thankfully, I got it stopped so that it would hold the air, but...