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  1. PeteL replied to the thread Dark Brown Oil Stain From Front Wheel.

    If you think it may be brake fluid, just check the level in your master cylinder to confirm. From the pattern on the wheel and tire,...

    May 25, 2024 at 9:53 PM

  2. PeteL replied to the thread Smartphone Apps / Tools.

    I suggest reading "The Wisdom of Insecurity" by Alan Watts. Our habit of seeking security actually feeds the sense of insecurity. The...

    May 25, 2024 at 7:34 AM

  3. PeteL liked ITLKSEZ's post in the thread Smartphone Apps / Tools.

    Be careful with Life360 (and all “free” apps, for that matter). It tracks everything. It monitors your speed while driving and sells the...

    May 25, 2024 at 7:26 AM

  4. PeteL attached a file to the thread Making/improvising Special Tools.

    Cool. By coincidence I also have a 3 inch extension that I made for my bottle jack. :D [ATTACH]

    DSC01503.JPG May 24, 2024 at 11:21 PM

  5. PeteL replied to the thread Cj5 Front Wheel Bearings.

    That is the specification in the manuals I've always used.

    May 24, 2024 at 7:42 AM

  6. PeteL liked 53Flattie's post in the thread Cj5 Front Wheel Bearings.

    There’s a very simple process for setting the bearings. Torque to 50 lbft, spin the hub, then back off by 1/6 of a turn (one flat on...

    May 24, 2024 at 7:41 AM

  7. PeteL replied to the thread Cj5 Front Wheel Bearings.

    I feel it is better and safer to snug them up securely first, to be sure everything is properly seated. Then back them off just enough...

    May 24, 2024 at 7:07 AM

  8. PeteL replied to the thread Cj5 Front Wheel Bearings.

    Cleaned and dry, bearing rollers and their races should have shiny and perfect surfaces, no defects at all, and should feel perfectly...

    May 23, 2024 at 5:31 PM

  9. PeteL replied to the thread Blower Motor Replacement.

    It was dramatically better in my YJ.

    May 22, 2024 at 9:33 PM

  10. PeteL replied to the thread The Official "What The Heck Is This?" Thread.

    Kinda reminded me of a door strike for a vintage car - but too heavy duty.

    May 21, 2024 at 11:42 PM

  11. PeteL replied to the thread High Performace F Head.

    "Gee, it never did that before!"

    May 21, 2024 at 3:48 PM

  12. PeteL liked colojeepguy's post in the thread Transmission And Transfer Case Oil.

    My Jeep FSM calls for GL4 in the trans and tcase [ATTACH]

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  13. PeteL replied to the thread Blower Motor Replacement.

    I can't verify the actual diameter, but many people have used the type of motor used in '73 Blazer and similar, for retrofits. Worked...

    May 21, 2024 at 3:45 PM

  14. PeteL replied to the thread Transmission And Transfer Case Oil.

    Well, yes. I once owned a GMC with LSD. The specified 'friction modifier' additive for the diff was whale oil. Truly. Good luck with...

    May 21, 2024 at 10:14 AM

  15. PeteL liked Daryl's post in the thread High Performace F Head.

    Pretty sure I turned an f-head 7500 once too on a freeway offramp grabbing second gear after my foot went to the floor against the brake...

    May 21, 2024 at 2:57 AM
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