That would be the #1 cylinder when on the compression stroke. You would be 180 degrees off if it's TDC on the exhaust stroke.
I should have mentioned it up front, but I was considering the duplicolor plastic paint.
Has anyone painted the cap on their HEI conversion? Most aftermarket units have bright colors that are probably intended as brand identity. Some...
Sorry nicmil, didn't realize I didn't have a signature on this forum. All, I have the steering column out and intend to align the wheel as I stab...
Dumb me, I pulled the steering column without marking the alignment of the connector (replacing ignition switch and had to move the steering off...
Always have a can of starting fluid. If it fires with the starting fluid and then shuts down, it's definitely a fuel supply problem! Sure saves on...
Try Coker Tire online, they specialize in antique tires.
Thanks, jeepcj! That's about what I figured. I'm looking at going to 31x10.5 on the tires. Current rims are 10" so I plan to go down to 8". I paid...
Where's a good deal on plain black alloy wheels, 15x8 with correct backspacing and hub sized for CJ's (mine's an '83). The MB72 tested in the...
Has anyone come up with a way to lock it in 4-Lo? That would surely stop them from dragging it off!
Yes the engine will overheat if the thermostat does not open. But - the engine will never heat up if the thermostat fails in the open position...
You can get an infrared thermometer from Harbor Freight for about $15. Checking where the top radiator hose enters the radiator is probably the...
Here's my new to me '83 CJ7:[IMG]
Float needle is most likely not shutting off or seating correctly. It could be dirt and crud in the needle seat or a float that doesn't float and...
There's been a few really good ideas so far. I like the ammo box and will go to a gun show tomorrow. A battery disconnect is easy to bypass with...
I'm looking for inovative ideas to secure my CJ and its parts from theft. Surely there's some good original ideas out there.
Done at Home Depot. Thanks!
Thanks guys! I think the clerk at the Walmart didn't know what he was doing. It does look similar to a GM key. I have both of those sources to try...
I have an '83 CJ7 and need spare ignition keys. I tried Walmart (no match) and AutoZone (no key machine). Does anyone have a store front source...
In doing some searches I get the following: Stock with 30" tires: 69.3" overall height 20" to bottom edge of body at driver's door. My...
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