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I purchased a set of rotors from AutoZone for less than $100. They came with a 24mo/24000 mile warranty. 30,000 miles later they are still going strong. ( I did end up buying a set of 1/2' drive sockets and a breaker bar to be able to get the nuts loose to be able to get the calipers off to change these.)
The service manager called to ask why I gave them poor marks on the service survey I got a few weeks after they refused to work with me on the rotors. I even opened a case with DC but they just kicked it back to the Dealer's warranty specialist for resolution...never got satisfaction from them about this. The copy of the TSB I saw did not give specifics about how long they should cover this, the offical TSB might give them guidelines...or maybe the dealer warranty specialist has the ability to do what they need to do to get DC to cover? Anyone know what the deal is there?
This past fall, we got a complete front brake job (calipers, rotors, pads) on our '99. We only had a $50 co-pay because of this TSB and a previous rotor replacement indicating that we had reported previous problems. We WERE a couple mos. past the 36 mo. warranty period, but only had had 32K mi.
The guy next to me in the courtesy van back to the dealer ship was jealous. He was paying over $600 for the same work, but he had mileage at somewhere around 75K.
Would the faulty calipers be subject to a recall type notice?
-Paul
The Edmunds Maintenance Guide
Steve, Host
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What's the weight of your boats - 40 or 50 pounds each?
Steve, Host
When the 93 was at the dealer's for brake work several years ago, they called and said it needed new rotors. Not wanting to haggle over the phone, I authorized the repair (rotors, pads, etc. etc.). But when I went to pick up the Jeep, I asked what the exact spec was on rotor wear, i. e, couldn't they be just resurfaced? No one knew. No one ever asked before. They were able though to haul a couple of rotors out of a dumpster to show me that they had put new ones on. Anyway, I drove home with mixed feelings ("well at least the job was done 100% right" vs. "what a rip off; no one even checked a spec. They just threw them on").
The next time we needed brake work done, I simply ordered a set of aftermarket performance rotors and pads (see the ads in all the buff mags) without even inspecting the rotors. I think that the aftermarket rotors were grooved and/or cross drilled. I took them to an independent garage and had them installed. The superior products cost less and I knew what I was getting vs. the OEM rotors at the Five Star dealerhsip. End of problem. That was 20K ago.
The tranny's have both held up fine. Both vehicles have the tow package option , although they have never towed. This package includes a transmission cooler. This cooler plus regular changes every couple of years of Red Line Synthetic ATF seems to work OK. Neither transmission has ever needed any work. I think that the transmission cooler is reason enough to get the package.
Sure, by now these Jeeps have the usual middle age creeks. But they've given us good service through some very tough New England winters and have lasted a lot longer than I think our 2001 Volvo XC ever will. As much as I like our Volvo, you just can't beat a cast iron American V8 for longevity. Long live the 318!
Thanks in advance for your comments!
Ken Martin
kbmartin@us.ibm.com
If so, what engine (I6, v8, HO v8) did you get?
And what type of gas mileage are you experiencing city/hwy?
Any mechanical problems bugging you? Or fit and trim issues? Any information on noise levels?
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http://www.autonews.com/article.cms?articleId=44206
Bill
I have a '98 JGC 5.9 Limited with about 58.5K miles on it. I don't notice it so much, but my passengers inform me (regularly and with emphasis) that the ride is very bumpy and uncomfortable. I checked the owner's manual re: maintenance on suspension, but found ABSOLUTELY NOTHING about it there. Any feedback on what suspension work can and should be done? Admittedly, I'm a JGC novice, but I believe I observed shocks in the rear and struts in the front.
Also, I'm due for some new tires, any recommendations for typical in-city driving (surface streets, freeways, and some winter driving over mountain passes).
Many thanks,
SuperDuper1
For TSB and other info, see http://www.edmunds.com/products/maintguide/index.html
There are a ton of places to buy Jeep accessories, http://www.jparts.com and http://www.tenaflyjeepmoparparts.com are two very popular on-line dealers.
tidester, host
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And because of this, the percentage may vary slightly because each supplier may have slightly different grades/percentages from one another?
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I'm close to deciding on a 2004 GC purchase but I'm curious about a couple of options. One is the Sirrus module and the other is the Universal Hands free cell phone system.
On the Sirrus module, is it integrated into the DVD based GPS stereo display? I know it's an dealer installed system so where do they install the antenna, on the roof?
On the Universal hands-free kit how well does it work for those of you with that option? If you're not familure with this system it uses any Bluetooth enabled cell phone regardless of carrier and ties the vehicle's audio system in. What I don't know and can't find info on is how the system's voice prompted dialing works?
Yeah I know both of these two options are fluff but I would like to hear anyone's experiance with either or both of these.
Do you guys know the color I am talking about? Would you say it looks like purple?
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Also, has anybody installed a stiffer sway bar (as they show on wjjeeps.com)? Is it worth it / more stable / flatter turns? Is it something easily done? I've looked at the information about it and it looks easy enough but would like to get the opinion of some who may have done it.
Thanks.
-Paul
Do you guys know the color I am talking about? Would you say it looks like purple?
This is not my actual GC, but it looks just like this one. Thank you!!
http://carinfo.autofi.com/cardealers/vehicle.aspx?category=1&- - dealerid=46&stockno=8852A&si=KYCarDealers
Could anyone help my argument? Plus, what differences are there in the 04 vs. 03..
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As far as differences from 2003, there are very few other than the front end refreshening. For a detailed list see this link: http://www.wjjeeps.com/newoptions.htm
Ask me any questions if you have any, my email is on the message.
If I have any issues, I know where to go!
I think its the Pearl.
Wjjeeps.com had a picture of a electric brake controller harness for an 01 that would be an easy plug on but I do not think that is on my year. Does anyone know what the 30 amp trailer tow fuse is for? It is not related to brake lights
ANY help would be appreciated..
You can route the positive and negative wires through the firewall to the engine compartment and should be able to connect them to existing terminals to avoid splicing wires.
I used an insulation displacement connector for the brake pedal switch.
This forum does give you ideas of problem areas that may crop up with your JGC.
My main problems have been with tranny leaks. All have been handled under warranty and it hasn't leaked since the last repair over a year and a half ago.
I personally wouldn't get the JGC w/o the V8 because of the Jeep's weight. But I also live in the mountains where I have more hills to climb.
Good luck with your purchase.
-Paul
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http://www.thecarconnection.com/index.asp?article=6222
I've seen some information on the wjjeeps.com website about this, but would like to get some additional feedback.
Any input would be appreciated.
-Paul