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Aluminum Coolant Overflow Tank
Found those on ebay. Not sure if it's against the forum terms to share it here, but you can search for Jeep KJ coolant expansion tank. It seems to be a direct fit (according to the seller), and definitely cheaper than buying a brand new mopar part.- elafilos
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- Forum: KJ General Discussion
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Aluminum Coolant Overflow Tank
Hello peeps! After my engine swap my mechanic decided that he should overtighten the cap on my coolant overflow tank to a point where he destroyed the threads. Since that was my second tank so far (my mopar cracked around 10 years ago) I thought that it might be a good idea to give it a go...- elafilos
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Yet another Engine Swap
No definitely no leaks... Swapped to 5W40 today since it's still scorching hot in Greece right now and see how it goes. On the bright side we managed to trace down the drivetrain vibration(s). Apparently there were 2 sources. The front skidplate was bound on the front diff essentially...- elafilos
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Yet another Engine Swap
I really hope it's something that simple as valve stem seals, because piston rings is going to be a very expensive job to do. I am seriously considering keeping it as is right now since it's my 3rd summer and weekend car. What's the worst case scenario?- elafilos
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Failed 3.7 Engine Disassembly (2003) - Interesting Finds
The whole engine got disassemblied and sent to a machine shop for inspection. Final verdict was that the engine was starved from oil. Lots of debris in the oil pan and the pickup screen. The middle cylinders 3+4 where starved and both rods where stuck on the crankshaft. Damage was terminal and...- elafilos
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Yet another Engine Swap
2k KM later update... Bad news - got quite a lot of oil consumption already added 2.5 liters (3 quarts +-). The car smells bad, but there is no smoke. No external leaks at all. The vibration is still there, yet haven't found out what's causing it. There is also a fluttering sound in low RPM...- elafilos
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Failed 3.7 Engine Disassembly (2003) - Interesting Finds
Hi guys, As some of you might now I blew my engine in April. This engine has been overheated a couple of times in the past, being driven hard almost 220.000 km and eventually failed me. Back in 2022 it had dropped a valve seat and decided to take it to a rather shady shop for inspection...- elafilos
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Yet another Engine Swap
After 300km I noticed coolant smell. Took me a couple of days to trace it down to a torn expansion tank return line which I replaced. Currently I am facing a vibration on idle which disappears between 1000-3000 rpm and comes back a bit under 3500. We traced down a torn trans mount which is...- elafilos
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Yet another Engine Swap
She fired up today! All good, drove a couple of kilometers around the city. Some weird things happened though. 1 the oil sender had a different wiring, so I had to use the one from my own car. Thank god mine was almost new. 2 The flywheel didn't match my converter - it was like 10-12mm...- elafilos
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Yet another Engine Swap
Thank you for the write up. I ll talk with the garage taking care of the installation to make sure we are up to spec.- elafilos
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Engine replacement checklist KJ 2002 2003 and maybe 2004
Thank you for the detailed write-up.- elafilos
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- Forum: KJ General Discussion
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Yet another Engine Swap
Almost there. Got the bust engine out today - I was a real nightmare due to it not being able to turn. Bought brand new engine mounts since we are already there, and a brand new original water pump. Fingers crossed it would be done by tomorrow.- elafilos
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Yet another Engine Swap
Engine finally arrived. Quite expensive, but at least it's a low mileage (given it's age) and stock engine. No LPG conversions etc so it should be fine. There is some surface rust given the fact that it was used in a coastal area of Crete, however nothing major that some good scrub and paint...- elafilos
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Yet another Engine Swap
And another update. The moment we pulled the engine out of my KJ just got a call from a company dealing second hand jeep parts saying the found an engine from a car. It's from a 133.000km 2003 KJ which got bad roof rust, since it was used in a coastal area. Price was a bit over budget, but...- elafilos
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Yet another Engine Swap
Quick and sad update. Donor decided to keep the car and the engine so he pulled off the deal the minute I was arranging the tow truck. Took some hard decisions. Pulling engine out tomorrow and we'll see how it goes. Get's harder and harder to justify keeping my KJ cost-wise, but I love this...- elafilos
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Yet another Engine Swap
Quick update if anyone is interested: Found a donor car finally with 120.000 km in a pretty good condition. Used as a grocery getter since 2003. We will be swapping the engines next week. Fingers crossed the jeep would be up and running by the end of June. Since we will be having the engine...- elafilos
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Yet another Engine Swap
That's a really good point WheelNut. Doesn't make any sense anymore. Back in the day there used to be a thing, which thankfully is being abolished slowly but steadily, that they would adjust your income tax based on the engine displacement of your car (s). Road taxes are also based on...- elafilos
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Yet another Engine Swap
It's weird I know - there are currently no 2002-2003 engines available from reputable sources. Trying to avoid shady dealers as much as possible since I am planning on keeping the car for the years to come. The swap will be performed by Moutafis, used to work for over 15 years in Chrysler...- elafilos
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Yet another Engine Swap
Just a quick update 1 month since the fail. There are literally no (12t reluctor) engines available in Greece right now which would be a direct fit for the car. The only way to do it is buy a newer engine (after 2004) and swap the reluctor ring.... which is not an easy task to say the least...- elafilos
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