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 Post subject: Re: 2000 XJ (work in progress)
PostPosted: Thu Sep 27, 2012 7:14 pm 
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After looking at many steering manufacturers, I ended up choosing Currie. Their kits are 100% bolt-on and designed to work with the OE pitman arm.

Currie Currectlync Heavy Duty Tie Rod and Drag Link System
Part #: CE-9701


The Currie steering has arrived.

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 Post subject: Re: 2000 XJ (work in progress)
PostPosted: Sun Oct 14, 2012 2:21 pm 
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It would be very convenient having a 12V receptacle in the cargo area. After looking at several 12V receptacles, I liked the Marino the best. It’s heavy duty and has two very solid mounting options to choose from.

Marinco 12V Receptacle
$13.48

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I also bought a dual accessory outlet made by enercell. This will especially come in handy for the two 12V Coleman coolers that we often times use.

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 Post subject: Re: 2000 XJ (work in progress)
PostPosted: Mon Oct 29, 2012 10:26 pm 
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I took my first UOA since the injectors were installed. And much to my surprise, I now have the best UOA on record. Before, fuel dilution was being flagged. The OE injectors leaked too much fuel or something because the fuel dilution caused viscosity to decrease below grade.

Amsoil Oil Filter
Amsoil 10W30 OE oil

Oil sample duration:
6 months on lube
1,282 miles on lube
181,212 miles on engine

Iron 10
Chromium 0
Nickel 0
Aluminum 2
Copper 4
Lead 0
Tin 0
Cadmium 0
Silver 0
Vanadium 0
Silicon 10
Sodium 5
Potassium 5
Titanium 0
Molybdenum 72
Antimony 0
Manganese 0
Lithium 0
Boron 156
Magnesium 10
Calcium 1992
Barium 0
Phosphorous 622
Zinc 673

Fuel Dilution <1
Viscosity 100*C 9.9

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 Post subject: Re: 2000 XJ (work in progress)
PostPosted: Mon Dec 31, 2012 5:05 pm 
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This picture was taken back in the Fall before the snow started to fly. We have about 7 acres of property cleared and mowed. The Jeep has been a workhorse.

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 Post subject: Re: 2000 XJ (work in progress)
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I’ve been looking at different types of window deflectors for the Jeep Cherokee. After off-roading in a vehicle that uses window deflectors, I really saw the practical purposes for having them. I like that they reduce wind noise, shield rain/snow while letting the cab vent air, and they help reduce window fogging. I also like the fact that I can crack the window (reducing carbon monoxide) during the winter months and not have to worry about letting too much cold air in. In the summer months, I can reduce interior heat and drive down gravel/dirt roads without letting too much dust into the cab.

In my search, I compared the Rugged Ridge, AVS Aerovisor and the WeatherTech. I decided that the best option would be the WeatherTech Deflector because they do not use double sided exterior tape for the install. Instead, they slip into the channels with adhesive to best secure them. However, others who have the WeatherTechs say that they hold themselves into place even without the need for adhesive. In that case, the WeatherTech is somewhat "removable" whereas the others are more "permanent". I would like to repaint my Jeep at some point and it’s nice knowing that the WeatherTechs can be removed and replaced.


For Christmas, the jeep got some WeatherTechs:

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 Post subject: Re: 2000 XJ (work in progress)
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I changed out the air filter:

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 Post subject: Re: 2000 XJ (work in progress)
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dieselenthusiast wrote:
After looking at many steering manufacturers, I ended up choosing Currie. Their kits are 100% bolt-on and designed to work with the OE pitman arm.

Currie Currectlync Heavy Duty Tie Rod and Drag Link System
Part #: CE-9701


The Currie steering has arrived.

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I finally had the Currie steering installed. It's a night and day difference in how the front-end feels and handles compared to the worn-out OE steering. So far, I’m very happy with the upgrade.

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 Post subject: Re: 2000 XJ (work in progress)
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Looking good! Keep it up. I miss my XJ and have been thinking about getting rid of the KK for another XJ....


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 Post subject: Re: 2000 XJ (work in progress)
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I've decided to upgrade to the DirtBound Offroad fan shroud. It's specifically designed for the FF Dynamics electric fan conversion kit. The shroud is made from 16 gauge aluminum, CNC plasma cut, and precision bent The shroud comes with all hardware needed for installation. The fan shroud is suppose to increase cooling by 20%.

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 Post subject: Re: 2000 XJ (work in progress)
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Since I'm on dusty roads 90% of the time, I decided to add a Filter Minder as a way to monitor the condition of the air filter.

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 Post subject: Re: 2000 XJ (work in progress)
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I've been collecting exhaust parts for a few years. I'm getting closer to having everything that I need to replace the entire exhaust system.

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 Post subject: Re: 2000 XJ (work in progress)
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Listed below are the part numbers for replacement oxygen sensors:

NTK Part # 23506 Upstream Rear
NTK Part # 23151 Upstream Front
NTK Part # 23110 Downstream Front
NTK Part # 23099 Downstream Rear

Since I do not live in California, I was told to get the federal emission standards, therefore, I ordered two (#23506) and two of the (#23099).

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 Post subject: Re: 2000 XJ (work in progress)
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Here's the last piece of pipe that I needed. I now have everything from the header to the tailpipe. All I need are two gaskets, an insulator, and a hanger.

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 Post subject: Re: 2000 XJ (work in progress)
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The gaskets, hanger, and insulator came in.

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Parts are going on the jeep tomorrow!

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 Post subject: Re: 2000 XJ (work in progress)
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The shop said there were three holes/breaks in the old exhaust system. The original system was 14 years old, so I can’t complain. Here’s what it looked like the day I drove it in for the repair. I was a little worried that I was going to lose some exhaust parts on the way to the shop!

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Here’s the final product!

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 Post subject: Re: 2000 XJ (work in progress)
PostPosted: Sat Dec 14, 2013 6:49 pm 
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Looks much better!

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 Post subject: Re: 2000 XJ (work in progress)
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For those who are interested and/or taking notes on my 2000/2001 exhaust system, I have one small correction to note. I purchased two NTK oxygen sensors Part # 23506 (upstream front/rear) and two of the NTK oxygen sensors Part # 23099 (downstream front/rear). The downstream front sensor was too short and couldn’t reach. To remedy this, I would recommend purchasing the NTK oxygen sensor Part # 23110.

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 Post subject: Re: 2000 XJ (work in progress)
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Looks much better!


Yes, and drives much better! :JEEPIN:

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 Post subject: Re: 2000 XJ (work in progress)
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Let me preface this by saying that one advantage of buying a new vehicle is that you can stay on top of maintenance and repairs. One disadvantage of buying a used and neglected vehicle is the plethora of minor/major problems that can oftentimes be inherited, which can be a little overwhelming. Our XJ is no exception; it has a lot of repairs that need to be made. And since the Jeep is our daily driver and weekend workhorse, I’ve been trying to avoid too much downtime. In other words, I’ve only been addressing these “minor” problems once they’ve turned into critical problems.

With that being said, the underside of the Jeep is coated with oils from several leak sources. The leaks have certainly become an issue, especially for someone who’s a little OCD. Now that winter is here, this is a good time to start tackling some of these leak problems. Here’s a list of items that we found leaking!

Valve cover gasket
Oil Pan Gasket
Rear Main Seal
Front crank shaft seal
Transmission Pan Gasket
Transmission Cooler Line
Oil Filter Adapter
Power Steering Pump
Thermostat gasket

After evaluating what needs to be done, and knowing that one leak is no better than the other, we're going to start on top of the engine (valve cover gasket) and work down.

I’m not sure how much the aluminum valve cover with cooling fins will dissipate engine heat, but I thought this would be a good time to add one! I also like that it brings some color to the engine compartment. Included is the mounting hardware, gasket, and oil cap.

Crown Aluminum Valve Cover
Part # 3020323ALR

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 Post subject: Re: 2000 XJ (work in progress)
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Since you all know how much I love filtration, I went ahead and added a slightly larger oil filter. The WIX 51515 is a nice substitute for the WIX 51085. The next time I will cross-reference and upgrade to the Amsoil Ea015. For added protection, I also switched from Amsoil 10W-30 OET to Amsoil 10W-30 ATM. The larger filter increased the oil capacity by approximately 1/2 quart.

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