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[Jim_Lou]

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We're starting a new section of useful links that are widely applicable. You may make nominations to the moderators. The article need not be in this forum, or even on the ORC site, but it must address a common problem. Here's the first:

RRich's Propane Trick write up; a very handy method of diagnosing fuel mixture problems.
http://forums.off-road.com/jeep-shor...inal-post.html (Propane Trick - the original post)

John Strenk's CJ gauge troubleshooting guide. Everything you ever wanted to know about instrument problems.
CJ Speedometer Gauge Quick Test

If you're looking for a place to go off road, check the Google map here:
Cool wheeling map

There is also a member's map SWBBS Frapper at Frapper.com. Check it out to see who's near you, and add yourself under your board name.

If you'd like some early history of the Jeep, go here for a short movie:
Jeep - Steel Soldier

We also have stickers for the board. If you are interested you can find details at the link below:
Die cut vinyl stickers.

A good place for information on shops and garages:
The Garage Journal

An on-line source for vehicle wiring diagrams:
Factory Wiring Diagrams @ The Automotive Research Desk

A very good on-line parts catalog for the popular Motorcraft 2100 & 2150 carburetors:
Motor Craft 2 BBL

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