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by downunderxj
Tue Jun 30, 2015 9:31 pm
Forum: Trip Reports, Trail Reviews, Reports and Information
Topic: The Odlins Road thread
Replies: 17
Views: 8489

Re: The Odlins Road thread

Have a look at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0xZ5ZX-KzWFPpNIfUi0zag, I have uploaded 3 small clips so far, will upload some more over the next week as time permits. My son has about 40 minutes from his GoPro which was stuck to the bonnet of the jeep, once that is uploaded I will include a link t...
by downunderxj
Sat Jun 27, 2015 10:36 pm
Forum: Trip Reports, Trail Reviews, Reports and Information
Topic: The Odlins Road thread
Replies: 17
Views: 8489

Re: The Odlins Road thread

I went in today, first time in almost 6 years, is definitely cutting up, some big washout bits. A work colleague in a stock Isuzu on road tyres came along and tho' we had to pull him up one bit we got to the turn around area before the tank traps. Had to have several goes at some areas, picking the ...
by downunderxj
Fri Dec 27, 2013 3:03 pm
Forum: Video Clips
Topic: Destination Polaris - Moab
Replies: 3
Views: 1113

Destination Polaris - Moab

Back in 1977 I spent a year in Moab, Utah and through the powers of facebook have come across one of my old class mates. She and her husband have a 4WD business in Moab using Polaris Side-by-sides, Polaris recently featured Moab and their business in a video, thought you might enjoy this. Back in '7...
by downunderxj
Wed Nov 20, 2013 8:08 am
Forum: Events
Topic: Wairarapa 4WD day November 24,
Replies: 13
Views: 3979

Re: Wairarapa 4WD day November 24,

Fully intend to be there myself :D
by downunderxj
Fri Nov 01, 2013 10:40 pm
Forum: Jeep
Topic: [Discovery TV] Car SOS - WW2 Jeep rebuild
Replies: 2
Views: 965

Re: Car SOS - Jeep

Thanks Jerry, just enjoyed that in its entirety. Now we just need that sort of TV program in NZ to restore a few of the oldies in the sheds of NZ.
by downunderxj
Sat Dec 01, 2012 10:36 am
Forum: Jeep
Topic: dead jeep
Replies: 14
Views: 2375

Re: dead jeep

I have a spare one sitting beside me that I imported from DiscountJeepParts.com when my one died 5 years ago, bought in 2 at the time just in case. The box is labelled WELLS, part # SU368 replacing 17220.02. Back then it cost me $US76.95 each plus $US40 shipping by USPS. Just checked my bank records...
by downunderxj
Sun Jan 29, 2012 6:22 pm
Forum: Events
Topic: DEADWOOD Safari 2012
Replies: 36
Views: 6127

Re: DEADWOOD Safari 2012

Got a few pics that I will upload later, but here are some vids, no I didn't get Mitch and his rapid descent.



by downunderxj
Sun Jan 08, 2012 7:47 pm
Forum: Planning a trip?
Topic: Kakanui Mountains Safari 4th & 5th Feb 2012
Replies: 2
Views: 909

Re: Kakanui Mountains Safari 4th & 5th Feb 2012

That stirs the memories a bit, some 30 (cough) years ago I spent 3 months over a summer working on Mt Dasher doing fencing and other farm duties towards the practical requirements of my B.E. (Ag) at Lincoln/Canterbury. Some great experiences including driving a Toyota Landcruiser Flat Deck and an ol...
by downunderxj
Wed Jan 04, 2012 10:15 pm
Forum: Planning a trip?
Topic: Annual Wairarapa Trip
Replies: 21
Views: 2512

Re: Annual Wairarapa Trip

Would have been ideal for me, but we have a wedding to go to on Saturday, and our son is best man too - can't miss that. Have a great time folks

Ian
by downunderxj
Fri Nov 11, 2011 8:48 pm
Forum: This weekends achievements
Topic: 12th/13th November
Replies: 26
Views: 4374

Re: 12th/13th November

Picked Jeep up from William @ Carterton Auto Services, front brakes have been re-built with new pistons, rotors & pads, then to top it off one new universal required to get past the warrant man. Great job, and William has had the jeep in the back yard for the last two weeks and didn't charge me ...
by downunderxj
Wed Nov 02, 2011 9:17 pm
Forum: Projects / Mod's
Topic: XJ Jeep front suspension
Replies: 3
Views: 692

Re: XJ Jeep front suspension

Mine is parked in Williams back yard at the moment, give him a call tomorrow and he could measure it up. It is still on stock suspension.
by downunderxj
Fri Aug 05, 2011 9:18 pm
Forum: Tool Shed
Topic: Looking at ordering some stuff from the U.S of A
Replies: 27
Views: 3418

Re: Looking at ordering some stuff from the U.S of A

try kiwishipping.co.nz as well, they offer a great service
by downunderxj
Thu Jul 14, 2011 7:23 pm
Forum: Jeep
Topic: Exhaust Temp Sensor
Replies: 14
Views: 1853

Re: Exhaust Temp Sensor

terranoman wrote:..... and then cuts out and wont run until it has cooled down......


This could be the crank shaft position sensor also, that behaviour is the same that happened with me - it would just suddenly stop and wouldn't start again until it cooled down. New sensor and we were away again.
by downunderxj
Wed Jul 13, 2011 10:15 pm
Forum: Jeep
Topic: Exhaust Temp Sensor
Replies: 14
Views: 1853

Re: Exhaust Temp Sensor

I replaced the front oxygen sensor on my '95 Jeep Cherokee and it made a very positive difference to performance.
by downunderxj
Sat May 28, 2011 1:07 pm
Forum: Land Access / DOC legislation / Regulations
Topic: south wairarapa access
Replies: 8
Views: 3361

Re: south wairarapa access

righto, just doing a wee bit of research looking at going from White Rock road around to Cape Palliser road via the beach front etc etc who knows the access ??? SKID I have been right around that coast line about 5 years ago with the CCVC, a nice easy trip, that huge shingle fan was quite easy, ver...
by downunderxj
Tue May 03, 2011 8:38 pm
Forum: Jeep
Topic: 94 and 95 cherokee engine difference?
Replies: 22
Views: 2691

Re: 94 and 95 cherokee engine difference?

and it still cuts out periodically and is a bitch to get started again! I had a problem where my jeep would just stop with no warning, and would take about 15 minutes to re-start. Turns out it was the Crank Shaft Position Sensor which is positioned near the top of the flywheel close to where the ex...
by downunderxj
Mon Apr 18, 2011 9:04 pm
Forum: Videos - Non 4wd Related
Topic: Support Uruti School
Replies: 1
Views: 669

Support Uruti School

URUTI’S GOT TALENT – LIVE ON YOU TUBE Here’s an innovative way for a small rural school of 8 children to raise money. We only have 8 children from 6 families, so fundraising is extremely difficult. We entered this competition because we all learn the ukulele, even the 5year olds. Uruti School have p...
by downunderxj
Fri Apr 08, 2011 8:58 pm
Forum: Planning a trip?
Topic: Carterton Rotary Trip 9th April
Replies: 21
Views: 2388

Re: Carterton Rotary Trip 9th April

Feel free to call in for a coffee/chat on your way home guys

7 Waite St, Featherston

Cheers
Ian
by downunderxj
Fri Feb 18, 2011 9:22 pm
Forum: Events
Topic: Annual Sutherlands Track maintenance 14/15 MAY
Replies: 5
Views: 785

Re: Annual Sutherlands Track maintenance 14/15 April

I guess there is no excuse for me to miss this trip since I now live on the Wairarapa side of the hill. I will be watching for more details on this one definitely
by downunderxj
Mon Feb 07, 2011 9:24 pm
Forum: Jeep
Topic: jeep front lockers
Replies: 5
Views: 914

Re: jeep front lockers

Try http://motionoffroad.com/catalog/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=98_256&products_id=1021

and then for shipping talk to http://www.buyusa.co.nz

I would be interested to hear how that stacks up against buying NZ
by downunderxj
Wed Jan 05, 2011 8:58 pm
Forum: Jeep
Topic: What did you do to your Jeep today?
Replies: 333
Views: 30807

Re: What did you do to your Jeep today?

Mine was off road for a year or two before I bought it, had to get it re complied...good guys at vtnz in chch tho, just had a rhino spray on 2 pack floor put thru it, makes it easy to get the mud out lol... Is that something you did yourself, or did you get it done commerically. I have a few rust s...
by downunderxj
Sun Jan 02, 2011 6:49 pm
Forum: Jeep
Topic: is this value for money???
Replies: 1
Views: 578

Re: is this value for money???

Doesn't look too bad at all. The grill is not original. I have had my Cherokee for at least 3 years now, predominantly used for getting me to the train station each morning and on off-road trips. It is thirsty, fuel consumption is not a feature of the 4.0, not a positive feature anyway. Price-wise s...
by downunderxj
Sat Jan 01, 2011 10:51 am
Forum: This weekends achievements
Topic: HAPPY NEW YEAR!!
Replies: 8
Views: 1286

Re: HAPPY NEW YEAR!!

HAPPY NEW YEAR to you all. Spent a quiet evening with a few friends around a fire, got home about 2:00 am this morning.

I hope this year brings new jobs for those without them, new opportunities for those who are looking, good health and good wholesome fun in the mud :lol:

All the best
by downunderxj
Fri Dec 31, 2010 12:48 pm
Forum: Trip Reports, Trail Reviews, Reports and Information
Topic: Garston-Bannockburn OR Piano Flat-Roxburgh
Replies: 11
Views: 2754

Re: Garston-Bannockburn OR Piano Flat-Roxburgh

The ford at the time had a steep entrance and exit due to heavy rain only a couple of days before. However it is definitely not snorkel depth. Hard to remember, but I think that was the only time on the trip where I contemplated putting the vehicle into 4wd, as Al says it is a 2wd gravel road. As to...
by downunderxj
Thu Dec 30, 2010 11:15 pm
Forum: Trip Reports, Trail Reviews, Reports and Information
Topic: Garston-Bannockburn OR Piano Flat-Roxburgh
Replies: 11
Views: 2754

Re: Garston-Bannockburn OR Piano Flat-Roxburgh

I did this road about 4 years ago from the Garston end and apart from one ford it was a quite pleasant gravel back country trip. I was driving a 4wd Mazda MPV (diesel) with 7 adults on board and quite a bit of gear. It was definitely a well worth while trip, the scenery and history was great. I was ...
by downunderxj
Fri Dec 24, 2010 3:13 pm
Forum: 4WD Parts
Topic: jeep xj - 4.5" lift for sale
Replies: 4
Views: 862

Re: jeep xj - 4.5" lift for sale

kaney wrote:My truck sold in standard form, as am buying a trucking company. So this is for sale to get it out of the way


Good luck with the new venture. I am waiting to save for a 4.5" Long Arm Kit.
by downunderxj
Thu Dec 23, 2010 11:03 pm
Forum: Jeep
Topic: Saw this today
Replies: 25
Views: 2851

Re: Saw this today

Sorry, I own a jeep, but that thing just looks stuupid :? :?
by downunderxj
Thu Dec 23, 2010 11:01 pm
Forum: 4WD Parts
Topic: jeep xj - 4.5" lift for sale
Replies: 4
Views: 862

Re: jeep xj - 4.5" lift for sale

4.5" rough country lift for sale, will help install if needed. includes 4 shocks two coils two aal springs (already installed in spring packs) two lower front arms transfer case drop This kit is only a few months old. paid $1800 but will sell for $1100 ono What's the plans - are you going high...
by downunderxj
Mon Dec 13, 2010 10:45 pm
Forum: Jeep
Topic: jeep owners help me!
Replies: 11
Views: 1737

Re: jeep owners help me!

I bought my '95 XJ 4.0l off Trade-me about 4 years ago with a rough running motor. It turned out there was one of the pushrods was bent, that was caused by one of the lobes on the cam shaft being abnormally worn down. Might be worth taking off the rocker cover and checking the feel of all the pushro...
by downunderxj
Sat Nov 06, 2010 8:39 pm
Forum: Jeep
Topic: Soft Wheel Nuts
Replies: 5
Views: 925

Re: Soft Wheel Nuts

Success today :D , the special socket that I borrowed off Sig managed to quite easily remove the soft cover over the steel nut that Vitara888 mentioned. Then the right size socket, a long breaker bar, and a bit of elbow grease got the nut moving. Had to repeat the same process on another one too. Ti...

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