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Re: Opinion - 1999 Jeep Wrangler Sahara Package [mac24]
Written by: utahjeep on Apr 29, 2005 9:45:53 AM
Thanks for that information. The seller stated that there was a complete radiator flush performed at the same time as when the cooler was installed. It was installed after the original transmission went out. The dealer put in a rebuilt transmission at about 44K miles. I will ask about the plumbing arrangement and will check the radiator condition. That was good info. Thanks again!
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Re: Opinion - 1999 Jeep Wrangler Sahara Package [utahjeep]
Written by: mac24 on Apr 29, 2005 9:38:01 AM
".....aftermarket (?) transmission cooler. 49K miles, recently replaced rebuilt tranny...." Important point to check here. When an auto dies it usually dumps a load of crud into it's cooler located in the bottom of the radiator, usually necessitating the replacement of the radiator. Check to see if the aftermarket cooler has been plumbed in addition to the OE one at the bottom of the radiator, and not in place of it. ... Read More
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Opinion - 1999 Jeep Wrangler Sahara Package
Written by: utahjeep on Apr 29, 2005 8:15:45 AM
Howdy all, Kind of new to the Jeep world. Looking at a 1999 Wrangler, Sahara package, automatic, hardtop, AC, cruise control, alloy wheels, tow package, aftermarket (?) transmission cooler. 49K miles, recently replaced rebuilt tranny. They are asking $13,900. I don't know what rear axle it has, but I am having my brother-in-law (big Jeep guy) look at it tonight. Any opinions? I don't think it is worth the $13,900, so ... Read More
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Shimmy & Vibration
Written by: slagle on Mar 30, 2005 9:17:10 PM
A few months ago I noticed that my jeep's driver side front wheel had a slight problem. (I have no idea what the technical terms are for these parts so please bear with me) At the wheel base there is a bar that connects the jeep to the tire (if that makes any sense) this bar has a something that is similiar to what I would call and elbow. The boot ... Read More
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Spoke Too Soon!
Written by: div2 on Feb 23, 2004 10:02:14 PM
After boasting about the longevity of the OEM Mopar battery in my 1999 Sahara, the ungrateful box of acid decided to die on me Thursday afternoon. The blasted thing would barely turn the engine over. After much prayer the engine fired and I drove home. The next day I finally managed to track down a size 34 NAPA(Exide) Nascar Select battery(I know the Optima is the hot ticket for serious wheeling, ... Read More
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Mac24
Written by: tsjay on Jan 20, 2004 10:55:33 AM
Hey, I traced ya back to Dec. 24, 1999! This place started life as "2000 Jeep Wrangler." At some point it was changed to "Jeep Wrangler," then "Jeep Wrangler II," "Jeep Wrangler III," then back to "Jeep Wrangler," as we are now. ( I believe we were "Jeep Wrangler IV" for a while, then they changed our name to "Jeep Wrangler." ) We were "Jeep Wrangler III" when I first posted. ... Read More
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To Buy or Not to Buy
Written by: bogie64 on Oct 28, 2003 5:17:14 PM
hi, i joined this discussion group in hopes of getting some information about jeep wranglers because i'm considering buying a 1999 or 2000 wrangler se. since i was a kid i've wanted a jeep. since i'm now looking for another car i thought i'd start figuring out if a jeep would be a good choice. i drove a brand new wrangler once on a bright sunny day. it was black with ... Read More
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imadrone
Written by: div2 on Aug 31, 2003 8:52:29 PM
Welcome! I've been playing with BMWs for twenty years, and I just bought my first Wrangler(a 1999 Sahara) a little over a year ago. I have been pleasantly surprised by the Jeep's on and off road prowess. If I was buying a new one I would definitely get either a Sport or Sahara with the 4.0, manual transmission, and the Dana 44 rear axle with disc brakes at all four corners. ... Read More
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Helpful Advice, Please?
Written by: jguthary on Dec 26, 2002 12:54:08 PM
My wife is considering buying a 1999 or newer Wrangler Sport (automatic) for a daily commuter and camping fun-car. She drives 30 mi. each way to work along the Fox River near Chicago. We've seen several nice used vehicles but many have ABS installed. She's inclined toward these, while I'm not so sure. My thinking goes like this: If we buy a Wrangler, we're going to be taking it with us ... Read More
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ammo boxes and trailering, dealers....
Written by: likalar on Oct 23, 2002 4:15:30 PM
Thanks again for more good trailering advice. I'm still making up my mind about a Wrangler or Cher. Sport. for the job. The guy with the used Wrangler offered to hook up my trailer next week for a try; Pretty generous of him! About those ammo boxes- Maybe not as hardcore as the real thing, but years ago we used several sizes of Tupperware for the small things that need to ... Read More
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A big hello from the newest TJ owner!
Written by: aztjboy on Jul 12, 2002 11:24:21 PM
Hi! My name's Eric and I feel like I know you all so much already. I should, as I've been lurking on this board for the past year and a half, feeding my Jeep fever. I've wanted one since I can remember, at least since high school, and tonight, I am now a proud owner of a 2002 Wrangler X!!! Wooo-hoooo! It feels incredible to say that! The specs: Wrangler X ... Read More
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Hi Everyone.
Written by: rickagoodman on Jul 4, 2002 8:40:27 PM
Hello all. Over the last week or so I've actually gone back and read every message posted in this forum. I feel like I already know most of you and I've never even posted. Anyway, here's my story. I bought a new TJ back in 1999 and loved having it. Unfortunately, I fell to pressure from my wife and sold it in 2000. Well, she's gone now so I started thinking ... Read More
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My Water Leak, etc...
Written by: div2 on Jun 25, 2002 5:52:49 AM
I've had my 1999 Sahara since May and it's been essentially trouble free. However, a couple of weeks ago I noticed a musty smell in the interior. Further investigation revealed that the right floorboards were completely water soaked. I checked the JeepsUnlimited Wrangler forum which led me to suspect that the culprit was the design of the A/C evaporator drain tube - a fix which was addressed by a TSB which ... Read More
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leaky jeep
Written by: jimga3 on Apr 28, 2002 5:06:02 PM
My 1999 Wrangler's front passenger floorboard fills up with water whether I'm parked or driving when it rains. Doesn't happen thru car wash. Any problems with floor plug or heater box(dealer said I had to change this???). He also told me that the carpet is mildew resistant so my car won't smell. Nice answer huh. I'm fine with it filling up if I take it off road but not during city ... Read More
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#4957 My Jeep needs a new home by doc55
Written by: anonymous02 on Apr 8, 2002 2:13:29 PM
"Have 1999 Wrangler Sahara 5 spd manual, a/c, hard and soft tops with only 9,842 miles. Leased brand new in August, 1999. Three more payments of $389.99, disp fee is $250 and residual value is $14,542.00. I hate to hand them back a brand new car. Any ideas?" How about this: I paid $13,500 for a 1997 last August with 53,000 miles on it. If you want to sell that one, ... Read More
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My Jeep needs a new home
Written by: doc55 on Apr 7, 2002 10:13:33 PM
Have 1999 Wrangler Sahara 5 spd manual, a/c, hard and soft tops with only 9,842 miles. Leased brand new in August, 1999. Three more payments of $389.99, disp fee is $250 and residual value is $14,542.00. I hate to hand them back a brand new car. Any ideas?
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Re: water leaks
Written by: scomo on Jun 24, 2001 11:36:31 AM
My '97 Sahara had LOADS of water leaks. All were noted on TSBs from Jeep and had to do with water leaking from the AC, water dripping in through the cowl and some defective gaskets. Here's the links (hope this works..!) 1997 4.0L http://www.alldata.com/TSB/04/970406D2.html 1998 4.0L http://www.alldata.com/TSB/04/980430D2.html 1999 4.0L http://www.alldata.com/TSB/04/990406D2.html 2000 4.0L http://www.alldata.com/TSB/04/000406D2.html There are none listed for the 2001 Wranglers yet. Hope this helps. Scott (waiting for my 2002 TJ.....) ... Read More
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Thelma is going to save me some $
Written by: tsjay on Jun 23, 2001 6:57:40 AM
Hi everybody! Who turned off the spigot? We had posting like crazy for a couple days, and now no one is posting. I just thought that I would share my vehicle trading history with you guys and tell you how satisfied I am with my Thelma Jane. Ok, I think you might already know how much I love Thelma (Duh!), but you probably don't know how many vehicles I have been ... Read More
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Need Help For New Jeep For My Son
Written by: adplusone on Apr 23, 2001 3:41:18 PM
We are buying a new (1999 Wrangler Sport with 10k miles on it) for our son for graduation. I would like to move up to a larger tire/wheel combo. Use will be mostly highway and lite off roading (no rocks) and we live where snow never happens. What is the max size tire/wheel combo I could go to without getting into the lift business??? Brand recommendations on tires....offset/brand recommendations on wheels? ... Read More
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Help Me!
Written by: styles8675309 on Apr 6, 2001 3:58:02 AM
Hey i'm new to all of this.... i'm 19 and i drive a 1999 mercury cougar(please dont kill me because of this) the thing is that i dont want this car. I want a wrangler more than anything. ever since i got my license a few years ago i wanted one but my parents are stupid about it so when i went to buy a new car they pushed me away ... Read More
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Newbie Intro and questions.
Written by: holliss on Mar 14, 2001 1:11:53 PM
Hi all! I've been following the board for several months now and have read all the 1400+ previous messages that have been posted here and thought I'd join in. Seems like a well informed group of enthusiasts, who like to exchange info, have fun, share stories, wisdom, opinions, and advise and generally get excited about the Jeepster aspects of their lives. Plus, I have a couple of questions that have been ... Read More
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tsjay
Written by: rb123 on Mar 4, 2001 8:48:56 PM
He tsjay, I have noticed you really seem to enjoy your jeep, and I think that is great. What I was wondering is what lead you to wanting a wrangler? I know from your past posts you have had a Grand Cherokee and then a pontiac. The reason I ask is I have always wanted a wrangler, and finally just bought one a month ago, but I also have a Grand ... Read More
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2001 soft top
Written by: rs1157 on Mar 4, 2001 7:16:56 PM
I test drow A 2001 Sahara(30" wheels) and noticed the top flapping at 65. Is that normal? I did not check, but I think the latch was not secure. I then tested a sport(Standard wheels), and took the car up to 60 and it was very quiet. What is the deal, Does the top flap at all, and do the tires make a different? I just want to make sure the ... Read More
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NEW JEEP
Written by: rb123 on Feb 13, 2001 10:23:34 PM
Well I just bought a new jeep wrangler last week. got the sahara in senna with the tan top both hard and soft tops. This is my first wrangler I currently also own a 1999 jeep grand Cherokee limited. When I was looking at the wranglers I couldn't decide weather to get the auto tarns or the five speed but in the end I went with the auto and it's not ... Read More
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Hello jurp11
Written by: onlyinajeep on Jan 6, 2001 9:48:06 AM
I have been driving Jeeps for many years and I can tell you that if you drive a Jeep like you do a car, there is a good chance it could get away from you. Sudden gusts of wind can throw a Jeep around on the highway, going around corners too fast can result in a spinout and possibly a rollover and driving one can be a whole new experience for ... Read More
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Don't expect too much
Written by: onlyinajeep on Nov 30, 2000 4:13:28 PM
My wife and I are the owners of a 1999 SE and 2000 Sport Wrangler. We bought the 99 new 1.5 years ago. It has been in the shop several times and is about to go back in. The Jeep has never been off road and has been babied. The problems it has had are, 1.) Weather strips torn, 2.) Water coming from floor 3.) Window washer leaked on hood all ... Read More
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No problem 2000 Sahara
Written by: hopper1 on Sep 7, 2000 2:03:30 AM
I have 2000 Sahara hard top, hard doors/bikini top with auto, 30" wheel group. Have nearly 3000 miles. 800 miles on long trip. Have had no problems with my Wrangler. I sold a 1994 4C, 5sp . Never had problem with that Jeep other then a Cat Convert. was replaced under warranty. There is no comparison between 2000 and 1994. The ride is so much smoother, the hard doors, even with ... Read More
