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Discussion in 'New Member Introductions' started by Greenmachine, Jun 28, 2019.

  1. Jun 28, 2019 at 9:28 PM
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    Greenmachine

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    Greenmachine [OP] New Member

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    Hi all, I came into an 83 CJ and it is stock. It has a couple problems that aren't horrible but needs some TLC.
    Has a new carb, a little hard to start. Have to pump the gas pedal to get it to start and usually takes a few tries.
    Speedometer and gas gauge dont work.
    looking forward to learning from experienced wheelers on how to get it in shape.
    Considering doing the Gambler 500 when it's dialed in.
    Cheers, Kris
     
    Greenmachine, Jun 28, 2019
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    JKBob 25 and Bob like this.
  2. Jun 29, 2019 at 8:28 AM
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    chris4x4

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    chris4x4 With sufficient thrust, pigs fly just fine Moderator

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    Welcome to the site!
     
    chris4x4, Jun 29, 2019
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  3. Jun 29, 2019 at 9:55 AM
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    aggrex

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    aggrex Well-Known Member

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    Welcome @Greenmachine ...great choice in jeep build. Post a few pics
     
    aggrex, Jun 29, 2019
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  4. Jun 29, 2019 at 8:07 PM
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    JKBob 25

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    JKBob 25 Well-Known Member

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    Welcome newby Kris @Greenmachine .
    We have a bunch of knowledgeable members here. Don't hesitate to post up questions and issues. I'm sure some one jump on and try to help.
    Welcome aboard :jeepwave:
     
    JKBob 25, Jun 29, 2019
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  5. Jul 1, 2019 at 6:07 AM
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    Prerunner1982

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    Prerunner1982 Well-Known Member

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    Hello Kris welcome from Oklahoma.
    Been awhile since I have messed with a carb.
    Would like to get me an old CJ. Post up pictures when you have the chance.

    Speedometer issue could be a broken cable. You can disconnect it from the trans/tcase and put the drive part into a drill to spin it up and see if the speedo moves.
    Gas gauge could be a ground issue, a power issue, or a base sending unit. I would disconnect the sending unit and use a multimeter to see if you are getting power to the sender.
     
    Prerunner1982, Jul 1, 2019
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