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'95 YJ... Bad Squeal

Discussion in 'Wrangler YJ (1986-1995)' started by Jeepjoc, Nov 28, 2017.

  1. Nov 28, 2017 at 1:22 PM
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    Jeepjoc

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    Just as I was turning into my own drive way, I started getting a loud squeal as I disengaged the clutch. By the time I got the Jeep parked in its regular parking place, I was getting some smoke (small amount) and a burning smell. With the clutch fully engaged and out of gear, no noise and everything seems normal. What do I have going on? I have a sneaky suspicion that I don't want to think about. I did check the brake fluid level and all is good there.

    Cheers & Beers - Jeepjoc
     
  2. Nov 28, 2017 at 1:35 PM
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    chris4x4

    chris4x4 With sufficient thrust, pigs fly just fine Moderator

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    Throw out bearing might be toast
     
  3. Nov 28, 2017 at 1:50 PM
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    That was/is the one thing that I didn't want to think about. Any ideas about how difficult that is to change in the driveway?

    Cheers & Beers - Jeepjoc
     
  4. Nov 28, 2017 at 1:57 PM
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    chris4x4

    chris4x4 With sufficient thrust, pigs fly just fine Moderator

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    It shouldn't be any more difficult than changing the clutch.
     
  5. Nov 28, 2017 at 4:20 PM
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    If the diagnosis is correct....while your in there might as well replace the clutch, pressure plate, throwout etc. A complete LuK clutch kit includes these parts.

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  6. Dec 5, 2017 at 6:30 PM
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    Have resigned myself to the fact that there is a new clutch in my not too distant future and began by trying to educate myself to whats available out there in terms of parts or kits. Seems there are many with a wide range of pricing. Any recommendations from the board?
     
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  7. Dec 5, 2017 at 7:49 PM
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    LUK is the best for non-race applications. and one of the least expensive.
     
  8. Dec 5, 2017 at 7:55 PM
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  9. Dec 8, 2017 at 8:35 AM
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    Southeast Overland

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    We have had a ton of good experience in LUK clutches. I used one in my YJ for years and never had any real complaints. If you have a 2.5 it is a good idea to go ahead and replace the rear main while you have the tranny out as the 2.5 uses a one piece rear main.

    ~Jeff
     
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  10. Dec 8, 2017 at 9:08 AM
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    Thanks for the heads up Jeff. I assume that you are referring the the engine rear main!

    Thanks - Jeepjoc
     
  11. Dec 8, 2017 at 9:20 AM
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    Yes sir I was, I neglected to do it on mine and sure enough 2000 miles later it started leaking. :annoyed:

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  12. Dec 16, 2017 at 12:02 PM
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    All is happy in Jeepjoc land with a brand new clutch kit installed.

    Cheers & Beers - Jeepjoc
     
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