Since most people pour dollars into a Jeep, look in the desert southwest. You can be sure there's no rust. Not even the beginnings of rust. Since it's dry here, it won't have been submerged in mud or water either. Water ruins bushings, bearings, front end parts... everything. No below zero engine starts. No condensation in the engine oil. No water contaminated trans, transfer or axles. It's MORE than worth it to take a trip. It'll save thousands.
Check for abnormal wear on the front tires - baldness on the outside edge of the front tires can indicate a bad Viscous Coupler in the transfer case, bad upper and lower ball joints, or both! New tires, ball joints and repairs to the TC could amount to well over $1000!
Great list & I like how when you said how things should and shouldn’t look and then did cuts of examples of what you mean. Keep that up so we’re able to know what to hear or look for
What about a basic manifold vacuum test and reading of OBD2 sensor CEL codes, fuel trims, timing advance, water temp, MAP etc. They will tell you a LOT about the condition of the engine.
First thing I would do it do a "title search" with the vin. I want to know where its been and how many owners. That will disqualify 1/2 the jeeps right there. I prefer a 1 owner jeep. You can see the maintenance that it had. Has if been in a bad wreck? Did stay up North with road salt. A title search will keep you from waisting a lot of time. One I was looking for had 10 owners, (I know some had retitled it) way too many for me.
I had a CJ many years ago, IT may be the road I took it on since the guy had no plate so put on his car plate for me to drive it but just felt it rocked side to side a lot driving, steering felt ok but will drive again today,
Great info! As a best practice, what would be the average mileage to ensure that the jeep will still give you peace of mind in the years to come? Thanks!
I just bought my first jeep, grand Cherokee 2004, clean as fuck, zero rust, interior spotless, 155000 miles, had a cracked radiator, so I put a new one in, new thermostat, oil change, checked all the gear fluids, transfer case, transmission, everything is good, then put a 3 inch lift kit on it, first time I took it above 50 mph, death wobble, so I check all the ball joints for movement, drag link was very sloppy, so now I have one coming in the mail tomorrow, paid 5000 for it, and just keep pumping money into it
i live in PA. There’s a lot of old rusted jeeps but there’s certainly a lot that didn’t rust. They aren’t too hard to find, but now guys are asking big bucks for them. I’m glad my XJ has no rust
Bought a 06 Wrangler inline 6 automatic. Been running a P700 code alot just had transmission flushed temp sensor replaced still showing nearly 300 degrees! What is up with that?!
With The YJ Jeeps, what is your opinion on the Renix engine management verse the Chrysler OBD1 engine management? I hear Renix Jeeps are difficult to diagnose.
Buying the 2016 2dr Jeep Wrangler Sport. Took for a ride and it was rocky ride but steering seemed fine. I am not a mechanic but rocking seems to be expected?
There's no way in hell I'm buying a modern Jeep because they're all basically garbage what I'd like to do is buy an old Jeep but I just don't know how old do I need to go to get something that is in a pile of crap
Since most people pour dollars into a Jeep, look in the desert southwest. You can be sure there's no rust. Not even the beginnings of rust. Since it's dry here, it won't have been submerged in mud or water either. Water ruins bushings, bearings, front end parts... everything.
No below zero engine starts.
No condensation in the engine oil. No water contaminated trans, transfer or axles.
It's MORE than worth it to take a trip. It'll save thousands.
I know this was yrs ago, but that is some great advice! Thanks.
Check for abnormal wear on the front tires - baldness on the outside edge of the front tires can indicate a bad Viscous Coupler in the transfer case, bad upper and lower ball joints, or both! New tires, ball joints and repairs to the TC could amount to well over $1000!
Great list & I like how when you said how things should and shouldn’t look and then did cuts of examples of what you mean. Keep that up so we’re able to know what to hear or look for
Great list! Oil pressure is important too. It will give you an idea about engine wear.
Great tip and easy check 👍🏽
How to check oil pressure? Is there any gauge?
I’m looking for a “Fungus” for my daughter and I to work on. Thanks for this video!!
You're welcome
every jeep bro needs a guy like this in his arsenal
Just bought a 2005 Rubicon. ALL STOCK.
Going to keep it that way. I built a 97 Wrangler. I upgraded everything, but this rubicon is staying stock.
What about a basic manifold vacuum test and reading of OBD2 sensor CEL codes, fuel trims, timing advance, water temp, MAP etc. They will tell you a LOT about the condition of the engine.
YJ's are pre OBD2. You have to do a sequence with the ignition and key to get the engine panel to read the codes back to you.
First thing I would do it do a "title search" with the vin. I want to know where its been and how many owners. That will disqualify 1/2 the jeeps right there. I prefer a 1 owner jeep. You can see the maintenance that it had. Has if been in a bad wreck? Did stay up North with road salt. A title search will keep you from waisting a lot of time. One I was looking for had 10 owners, (I know some had retitled it) way too many for me.
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I had a CJ many years ago, IT may be the road I took it on since the guy had no plate so put on his car plate for me to drive it but just felt it rocked side to side a lot driving, steering felt ok but will drive again today,
Great info! As a best practice, what would be the average mileage to ensure that the jeep will still give you peace of mind in the years to come? Thanks!
Check out the heater core. Pita to replace
Currently looking for a YJ, thank you for your buying tips. Not much to find about this "stepchild of Jeeps" on TH-cam. Great Channel! Thank You.
Thank you and good luck with your search!
Any luck as yet?
I'm looking at buying my son a used jeep. I have no clue. Ty this helped a lot. ? Mileage?
Excellent review. Thank you for sharing your expertise. A+
Leaks at the diffs transfer case trans, engine
Thanks great video right to point
Pretty good list dale.Covered the basics.Thanks for the vid!!
No problem
Thanks for the tips 😀
I just bought my first jeep, grand Cherokee 2004, clean as fuck, zero rust, interior spotless, 155000 miles, had a cracked radiator, so I put a new one in, new thermostat, oil change, checked all the gear fluids, transfer case, transmission, everything is good, then put a 3 inch lift kit on it, first time I took it above 50 mph, death wobble, so I check all the ball joints for movement, drag link was very sloppy, so now I have one coming in the mail tomorrow, paid 5000 for it, and just keep pumping money into it
you mean $500? even that sounds expensive
Great video. Glad you went back to the old intro.
Thank you!
Live in Nevada not much frame rust
Good tips Dale. Merry Christmas to you and your family!!
That fact this comment was 11 months ago and you said merry Christmas
And?? As it was 11 months ago, yes Merry Christmas.
@@wardperozuk2288 woah I didn’t think about that 😭😭😭😭😭😭AND!!
Great tips! Finding a rust free XJ is very difficult, but we were super lucky! ❤️🐞
Nice! Good find
Super helpful video. What would I look for on a manual transmission? Tia
How much do you think I should spend for an hour run Jeep tj
I want to know if 97 TJ 2.5l ECU can match my TJ 97 se 2.5l thank you sir
Where can I buy some jeepsolid merchandise?
Do you think the 2005 Jeep Wrangler sport is a good buy?
That was good
i live in PA. There’s a lot of old rusted jeeps but there’s certainly a lot that didn’t rust. They aren’t too hard to find, but now guys are asking big bucks for them. I’m glad my XJ has no rust
Bought a 06 Wrangler inline 6 automatic. Been running a P700 code alot just had transmission flushed temp sensor replaced still showing nearly 300 degrees! What is up with that?!
Compression test … dry, wet & leak down
With The YJ Jeeps, what is your opinion on the Renix engine management verse the Chrysler OBD1 engine management? I hear Renix Jeeps are difficult to diagnose.
Where do u have ur shop??
Question replace the fuel filter injectors on my 91 4.0 now the check engine light is on and it's got to skip any suggestions
Also complete tune-up plugs wires coil
By the way love your channel and you are the only one I have subscribed to
I'm looking for 95 jeep 5spd 4cly 4x4.
Is 190,000 miles alot for a 2008 jeep wrangler unlimited sport x?
Buying the 2016 2dr Jeep Wrangler Sport. Took for a ride and it was rocky ride but steering seemed fine. I am not a mechanic but rocking seems to be expected?
Is this the first one you’ve driven? Jeeps do have a different feel. Test drive a few, so you can compare 👍🏼
I got a good suggestion don't buy a Fiat they're nothing but a money pit ever since Chrysler got bought out
Good videos ! You could pass as Kermit the frogs voice too !
If all of what he mentioned is good. Look for paying around 12k for one in today’s date
You didn't mention checking for leaks. Some leaks are easier to fix than others
Very true 👍🏼 Something to look at
I have a question can a 1995 jeep am 102 2.2 be change to auto transmission or not?
Why not learn to shift?
There's no way in hell I'm buying a modern Jeep because they're all basically garbage what I'd like to do is buy an old Jeep but I just don't know how old do I need to go to get something that is in a pile of crap
Tip #1. Don’t.
Just don't buy one it's a money pit