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| Jeep Forum -- the best place to discuss Jeeps and get help, and the best place for information on Jeeps; the people on this forum are generally nicer & more helpful than those on other forums. Registration is free (there are some perks you can get by paying for membership). My screenname on the forum is "xj-xile." I mostly visit the XJ Cherokee sub-forum. | |||||||||||||||||||||
| -- frequently asked questions/repairs/technical concerns regarding XJ Cherokees | |||||||||||||||||||||
| -- cheap modifications for the XJ Cherokee: for improvements in performance, and for tools and additional all-around utility. | |||||||||||||||||||||
| NAXJA.org -- the North American XJ Association brings together XJ Cherokee owners across N. America, and really the world over. NAXJA has chapters in several regions in N. America. Members often meet to explore off-road trails, and sometimes just to socialize. Their website also hosts a very active forum, which offers technical help for new Cherokee owners and for experienced, 'hard-core' off-road drivers who like to modify their Jeeps for greater off-road capability. Registration for the forum is free. | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Horsepower, torque and exhaust backpressure -- some tips on these three elements of engine performance from the people on the NAXJA forum. | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Dino's Jeep 4.0L Engine Performance Website -- tech website useful for people who want to tune their 4.0L engine to its peak performance, but also provides engine specifications useful to those who need to make repairs to their engines. Dino is a regular on the NAXJA.org forum, goes by the screenname "Dr. Dyno." | |||||||||||||||||||||
| GoJeep's Website -- website created by an Australian Jeep enthusiast, it includes instructions and pictures of regular maintenance procedures for Jeep Cherokees, along with add-on modifications that off-road drivers may find useful, including some homemade 'off-road trailers' that the author built for use in the Aussie wilderness. | |||||||||||||||||||||
| how to change the oil filter housing O-rings -- a common oil leak on XJ Cherokees, the oil filter adapter housing sometimes mimics a leaking rear main seal. This article from GoJeep's 'site shows the repair. | |||||||||||||||||||||
| XJ Fanatic's 2-wheel drive to 4-wheel drive conversion -- excellent article detailing the parts and tools necessary for converting an XJ Jeep Cherokee from 2WD to 4WD. | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Jeepin.com and JeepinOutfitters.com -- Jeepin.com is a resource for news and technical help, including a "how-to" page (installations and repairs) worth visiting. JeepinOutfitters.com is a place to buy parts and gear. Boths 'sites are run by the same man, a fellow Cherokee driver. | |||||||||||||||||||||
| List of Sources for Aftermarket Jeep Parts -- compiled and hosted by the fine folk of JeepsUnlimited.com. | |||||||||||||||||||||
| International Jeep Websites The Cherokee List -- French/English website (the forum is French), with an international sort of roll call for Jeep Cherokees (and Grand Cherokees). Jeep Club International -- online meeting place for Jeep owners with international ties/interests, including schedules for off-road events around the world. |
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| Buick Websites | |||||||||||||||||||||
| GM Direct Ignition System explained by MotorAge.com - useful information for those having ignition problems with their Buick with DIS ignition. | |||||||||||||||||||||