A Jeep Wrangler With A list - Part I
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Date: 2025-02-27
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sporty1701
Are you lonely. are you spending too much time alone, just counting your money Well then, I have a VERY
HELPFUL suggestion for you! Take some of that money, and get yourself a Jeep, or ANY Chrysler vehicle,
for that matter. After a brief honeymoon so to speak, you'll find yourself getting to know the folks at the
local garage. after realizing the nice people at the dealer don't seem at all familiar with your unusual
automotive problems. If you're smart, you'll bring your beloved (but malfunctioning) vehicle to South Main
Auto, in lovely Avoca, NY. There, you'll meet Mr, and Mrs. O, two very friendly individuals who are delighted
to help you through the more stress filled moments of being a Chrysler product owner. Rest assured, Eric O
will soon have your vehicle in tip/top shape, ready for your next big automotive adventure. Your experience
has been VERY positive. your Chrysler vehicle is (for the moment) running great, and you're enjoying the
freedom of the open road. But, as you happily drive along, remember that Mr. and Mrs. O have your back.
Should you experience any additional unfortunate episodes (and that's pretty much a LOCK) with your
Chrysler product, take comfort knowing that the fine folks at South Main Auto, are there to help you through
the many difficult days/months/years of owning a fine Chrysler product. Have a WONDERFUL day!
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Are you lonely. are you spending too much time alone, just counting your money Well then, I have a VERY
HELPFUL suggestion for you! Take some of that money, and get yourself a Jeep, or ANY Chrysler vehicle,
for that matter. After a brief honeymoon so to speak, you'll find yourself getting to know the folks at the
local garage. after realizing the nice people at the dealer don't seem at all familiar with your unusual
automotive problems. If you're smart, you'll bring your beloved (but malfunctioning) vehicle to South Main
Auto, in lovely Avoca, NY. There, you'll meet Mr, and Mrs. O, two very friendly individuals who are delighted
to help you through the more stress filled moments of being a Chrysler product owner. Rest assured, Eric O
will soon have your vehicle in tip/top shape, ready for your next big automotive adventure. Your experience
has been VERY positive. your Chrysler vehicle is (for the moment) running great, and you're enjoying the
freedom of the open road. But, as you happily drive along, remember that Mr. and Mrs. O have your back.
Should you experience any additional unfortunate episodes (and that's pretty much a LOCK) with your
Chrysler product, take comfort knowing that the fine folks at South Main Auto, are there to help you through
the many difficult days/months/years of owning a fine Chrysler product. Have a WONDERFUL day!
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Jimmeh_B
I don't understand this whole Only OEM are quality parts nonsense.
Years ago, a friend of mine owned one of the first push button transfer case holden v6 rodeo. The thing was an absolute terd. Anyway, the servo on the transfer case crapped out and holden quoted him well over $1500 for a new one. I took the servo apart, found the dc motor was at fault, went down to the local pawn broker and bought a 12 cordless drill without battery for $10 on a hunch.
Sure enough, exact same 12v DC brushed motor, exact same brass pinion gear, same plastic brush holder plate/end plate made of the same material, exact same shaft, didn't even have to reposition the pinion. Clearly came from the same factory. Only thing different between the two was the GM stamp on the side of the original. Soldered two wires on, realigned the switch.
He sold it 5 years later and had never had a problem with that servo again.
While it's true that you get what you pay for and that the cheapest of the cheap is absolute garbage, OEM parts are an absolute rip off and quite often, no better quality than the nastiest of the nasty.
I will only resort to OEM if there is nothing else available.
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I don't understand this whole Only OEM are quality parts nonsense.
Years ago, a friend of mine owned one of the first push button transfer case holden v6 rodeo. The thing was an absolute terd. Anyway, the servo on the transfer case crapped out and holden quoted him well over $1500 for a new one. I took the servo apart, found the dc motor was at fault, went down to the local pawn broker and bought a 12 cordless drill without battery for $10 on a hunch.
Sure enough, exact same 12v DC brushed motor, exact same brass pinion gear, same plastic brush holder plate/end plate made of the same material, exact same shaft, didn't even have to reposition the pinion. Clearly came from the same factory. Only thing different between the two was the GM stamp on the side of the original. Soldered two wires on, realigned the switch.
He sold it 5 years later and had never had a problem with that servo again.
While it's true that you get what you pay for and that the cheapest of the cheap is absolute garbage, OEM parts are an absolute rip off and quite often, no better quality than the nastiest of the nasty.
I will only resort to OEM if there is nothing else available.
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MichaelBEarl
I have a few of these jeeps and the JK door harness not being plugged in is always the problem when windows and locks don't work. I'm surprised the little catch on that one was not broken - they always seem to be. Dirt gets into the connector when the doors are off and nobody cleans them. Blow in each of them with air and spritz them with some contact cleaner.
The vacuum pumps are junk. It doesn't matter if you get a OEM or aftermarket. They stuck the thing where it gets covered in water and road gunk and they just go bad. The best solution is to replace it with a resistor and push a little harder on the brake pedal if you are at idle.
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I have a few of these jeeps and the JK door harness not being plugged in is always the problem when windows and locks don't work. I'm surprised the little catch on that one was not broken - they always seem to be. Dirt gets into the connector when the doors are off and nobody cleans them. Blow in each of them with air and spritz them with some contact cleaner.
The vacuum pumps are junk. It doesn't matter if you get a OEM or aftermarket. They stuck the thing where it gets covered in water and road gunk and they just go bad. The best solution is to replace it with a resistor and push a little harder on the brake pedal if you are at idle.
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tuberNunya
The city folks from no snow areas that have moved into my mountains are all buying these Jeeps. I assume they are getting the idea that they are a good snow vehicle from TV adverts. They are wrong wrong wrong. Short wheelbase and high center of gravity doesn't get you around near as well as front wheel drive honda or camry. I watched a guy in a jeep like that on ice the other day could not get it to move even in a level parking lot. He was tricked into buying a two wheel drive and his tires were over inflated. All he could do is spin his tires with a red face.
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The city folks from no snow areas that have moved into my mountains are all buying these Jeeps. I assume they are getting the idea that they are a good snow vehicle from TV adverts. They are wrong wrong wrong. Short wheelbase and high center of gravity doesn't get you around near as well as front wheel drive honda or camry. I watched a guy in a jeep like that on ice the other day could not get it to move even in a level parking lot. He was tricked into buying a two wheel drive and his tires were over inflated. All he could do is spin his tires with a red face.
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JASPACB750RR
And that horn and EVP both not working is suspicious.
They are both vertically in line with each other and that core support was mighty dirty on top there.
Compared to other areas on it and that fender/hood line going up to the windshield and center of radiator or grill, which were just marginally dirty, that one spot on both sides was cruddy.
Makes one think there’s an issue with water ingress in that location leading to these components going faulty.
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And that horn and EVP both not working is suspicious.
They are both vertically in line with each other and that core support was mighty dirty on top there.
Compared to other areas on it and that fender/hood line going up to the windshield and center of radiator or grill, which were just marginally dirty, that one spot on both sides was cruddy.
Makes one think there’s an issue with water ingress in that location leading to these components going faulty.
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rickpollard2262
Eric you actually remind me of myself, right down to mannerisms. I've got a few years on you but I spent my life working on cars too, I maintained my bicycle as a child and went to lawn mowers and garden tillers. At 16 I either fixed my own vehicle or walked. What I really wanted to touch on is ( well I'll be jiggered) I heard that all the time growing up but somehow it went away until I started watching your videos, brings back better days!
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Eric you actually remind me of myself, right down to mannerisms. I've got a few years on you but I spent my life working on cars too, I maintained my bicycle as a child and went to lawn mowers and garden tillers. At 16 I either fixed my own vehicle or walked. What I really wanted to touch on is ( well I'll be jiggered) I heard that all the time growing up but somehow it went away until I started watching your videos, brings back better days!
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charlesmecum5009
U pay all that money for service data, then show all how to fix cars, only question i have is all these creators are they hurting our industry, meaning ppl fixing at home versus bringing into a shop, or is there something I'm missing, before 96 right to repair, nobody gave a dam about showing how to do stuff, you had to pay to go to classes, other question, what's a motor, so if your fixing a tesla or electric fan are those engines
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U pay all that money for service data, then show all how to fix cars, only question i have is all these creators are they hurting our industry, meaning ppl fixing at home versus bringing into a shop, or is there something I'm missing, before 96 right to repair, nobody gave a dam about showing how to do stuff, you had to pay to go to classes, other question, what's a motor, so if your fixing a tesla or electric fan are those engines
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mr_b22
Back in the pollution engine days of the 70's, Pontiac produced a 4 cyl compact that had nearly zero vacuum. (Results of emission changes)
They also hid the problem of lost power brake assist with an electric vacuum pump behind the left headlight pod. It was the old piston type pump, with vibration and noise that rear passengers complained about.
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Back in the pollution engine days of the 70's, Pontiac produced a 4 cyl compact that had nearly zero vacuum. (Results of emission changes)
They also hid the problem of lost power brake assist with an electric vacuum pump behind the left headlight pod. It was the old piston type pump, with vibration and noise that rear passengers complained about.
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AaronBelknap
Besides the diagnosing aspects which I apply to most of what I’m doing. For instance, my recently acquired 1972 VW Beetle, got the lights working and flashers. Bad switch and chopped wires. I digress, the benefits of watching you is to see what vehicles to avoid! Jeep/Chrysler wiring, CHEVROLET! Bearings, trans, grounds and so on.
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Besides the diagnosing aspects which I apply to most of what I’m doing. For instance, my recently acquired 1972 VW Beetle, got the lights working and flashers. Bad switch and chopped wires. I digress, the benefits of watching you is to see what vehicles to avoid! Jeep/Chrysler wiring, CHEVROLET! Bearings, trans, grounds and so on.
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jimandnena4
You are NEVER going to be in a bad mood if Mrs. O is in the area. My Nena and I have 55 years together and days where I feel like a goldfish swimming upstream in a sewer line, Nena will show up with a cup of coffee and a smile. Suddenly NOTHING can stop me. Everyone needs a Mrs. O or a Nena. Great video! Thank you and Mrs. O.
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You are NEVER going to be in a bad mood if Mrs. O is in the area. My Nena and I have 55 years together and days where I feel like a goldfish swimming upstream in a sewer line, Nena will show up with a cup of coffee and a smile. Suddenly NOTHING can stop me. Everyone needs a Mrs. O or a Nena. Great video! Thank you and Mrs. O.
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benmudn
Why Jeep decided to mount the vacuum pump down low is a mystery. When installing a winch, the pump is relocated to the inner fender rail and gets rid of the 5ft of hose making for cleaner look. It also turns a 1 hr. winch install to 3 hrs. My guess it is needed for using the brakes for long periods of time when off-roading.
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Why Jeep decided to mount the vacuum pump down low is a mystery. When installing a winch, the pump is relocated to the inner fender rail and gets rid of the 5ft of hose making for cleaner look. It also turns a 1 hr. winch install to 3 hrs. My guess it is needed for using the brakes for long periods of time when off-roading.
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garyalford9394
You need one of those Park Dept. Mechanic jobs Eric! you wont make much money and your wife will have to have a job, but you will have fun at times and if you dont get a repair done today their is always tomorrow! they will also supply you with a few tools. They would not know what to do with a guy with your experience!
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You need one of those Park Dept. Mechanic jobs Eric! you wont make much money and your wife will have to have a job, but you will have fun at times and if you dont get a repair done today their is always tomorrow! they will also supply you with a few tools. They would not know what to do with a guy with your experience!
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jacklisiecki2389
I've developed a hatred for cars! Same here; you are not alone. What a lucky man you are to have a wife like Mrs. O. There is nothing worse than having to pay for all those wiring diagrams and tech info. Sure does become expensive. I just love crusty and green grounds - the story of my life. Be cool Eric O.
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I've developed a hatred for cars! Same here; you are not alone. What a lucky man you are to have a wife like Mrs. O. There is nothing worse than having to pay for all those wiring diagrams and tech info. Sure does become expensive. I just love crusty and green grounds - the story of my life. Be cool Eric O.
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lexteakmialoki5544
Eric, you're the GOAT. Like 4 different problems and all diagnosed in the time it took me to do a load of laundry. Your frustration is just a symptom of stress and getting old. Suck it up buttercup, there's a lot more stuff you need to teach us before you turn off the lights. Thanks for all you do.
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Eric, you're the GOAT. Like 4 different problems and all diagnosed in the time it took me to do a load of laundry. Your frustration is just a symptom of stress and getting old. Suck it up buttercup, there's a lot more stuff you need to teach us before you turn off the lights. Thanks for all you do.
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rlzegers
As a small business owner myself I can relate to your I hate cars vibe. I own a small machine shop. At one time I really liked it but anymore I pretty much hate it but I'm in my 60s and retiring this year. I guess that doesn't help you but at least you know you're not alone. Love your videos.
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As a small business owner myself I can relate to your I hate cars vibe. I own a small machine shop. At one time I really liked it but anymore I pretty much hate it but I'm in my 60s and retiring this year. I guess that doesn't help you but at least you know you're not alone. Love your videos.
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johno9163
Mrs. O is the angel of mercy when you need that motivational push or just a sympathetic hand on the neck letting you know it is going to be just fine. You are a really terrific team! And it was great to see how intuitive she was in this video. No wonder I keep coming back for your great videos.
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Mrs. O is the angel of mercy when you need that motivational push or just a sympathetic hand on the neck letting you know it is going to be just fine. You are a really terrific team! And it was great to see how intuitive she was in this video. No wonder I keep coming back for your great videos.
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jonchains5479
Mr. O. Keep that chin up old man and Marshall on. Feeling blue about a day at work is just fine as long as the smile returns when Mrs. O. welcomes you home. The job just make the fun things possible. Bad bosses or junk cars just generate pay checks. They don't define us.
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Mr. O. Keep that chin up old man and Marshall on. Feeling blue about a day at work is just fine as long as the smile returns when Mrs. O. welcomes you home. The job just make the fun things possible. Bad bosses or junk cars just generate pay checks. They don't define us.
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murphymmc
You pay hundreds and hundreds, dare I say thousands of dollars for data and scan tools, then the caveat. don't trust data or scan tools (when the data is incomplete or wrong anyway, then the I hate cars. Yeo, right there with ya, Eric. In spite of all that, you nailed it.
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You pay hundreds and hundreds, dare I say thousands of dollars for data and scan tools, then the caveat. don't trust data or scan tools (when the data is incomplete or wrong anyway, then the I hate cars. Yeo, right there with ya, Eric. In spite of all that, you nailed it.
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missulu
They must hand make that pump in italy! I think you're in the mood for an engine swap or some broken exhaust bolt removal. And yes, doctors definitely have those days! Thanks for the video, and the answer should always be yes when Mrs. O wants to put her hands on you! lol!
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They must hand make that pump in italy! I think you're in the mood for an engine swap or some broken exhaust bolt removal. And yes, doctors definitely have those days! Thanks for the video, and the answer should always be yes when Mrs. O wants to put her hands on you! lol!
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snoopyshea
Ty SMA! Q: Do you have any Tips on how to determine if the brake vibration is coming from the front or rear brakes when it is not obvious using normal methods. I was thinking; getting a couple knock sensors, place one in rear and one in front then watch the scope.
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Ty SMA! Q: Do you have any Tips on how to determine if the brake vibration is coming from the front or rear brakes when it is not obvious using normal methods. I was thinking; getting a couple knock sensors, place one in rear and one in front then watch the scope.
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