Door window and other issues

[CanaMatt]

I broke my key in the drivers side door lock while doing errands, luckily the window was down abit so I could force it down further to turn off lights and unlock door. I took a taxi home to get spare key. I messed up the window while forcing it down, it wouldnt close all the way. I couldnt get the extra 2" for it to completely close up tight. And I forced the window to close with the spinning handle and I completely broke it. Window is now down inside door.

I am sure this is somewhat common. The Jeep will sit there until April 2006. Gas prices and Insurance too high. So its time to start fixing it up.

Next thing is, I am converting to synthetic oil. I know I will have to start it up every now and then to lube the gaskets. What else should I do if Im storing a vehicle? Should I put in some Fuel Stabilizer and/or antifreeze in the gas tank, leave the tank full or somewhat empy?. It wont be outside, its is parked in heated underground parkade.

Several times I looked for manual transmission fill plug but I still cant find it. Its a stock 1993 YJ 4.0L 5 Speed manual. I also want to change the axle oil, what type of oil do I put in.  I have been through several windshields in the past while, and I saw a plexi-glass type product in the Quadratech mag. Is this a good idea?



Thanks

[yjpaul]

I broke my key in the drivers side door lock while doing errands, luckily the window was down abit so I could force it down further to turn off lights and unlock door. I took a taxi home to get spare key. I messed up the window while forcing it down, it wouldnt close all the way. I couldnt get the extra 2" for it to completely close up tight. And I forced the window to close with the spinning handle and I completely broke it. Window is now down inside door.

I am sure this is somewhat common. The Jeep will sit there until April 2006. Gas prices and Insurance too high. So its time to start fixing it up.

Next thing is, I am converting to synthetic oil. I know I will have to start it up every now and then to lube the gaskets. What else should I do if Im storing a vehicle? Should I put in some Fuel Stabilizer and/or antifreeze in the gas tank, leave the tank full or somewhat empy?. It wont be outside, its is parked in heated underground parkade.

Several times I looked for manual transmission fill plug but I still cant find it. Its a stock 1993 YJ 4.0L 5 Speed manual. I also want to change the axle oil, what type of oil do I put in.  I have been through several windshields in the past while, and I saw a plexi-glass type product in the Quadratech mag. Is this a good idea?



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Just in regards to the windshield inquiry, i wouldnt bother with a plexiglass (or lexan) windshield.  For my YJ it cost me $110 to get my windshield replaced.  Cheap cheap if you ask me.  Oh, and the axles will take any regular gear oil, as well as your manual transmission.  The AX-15 in your 93 should have a fill plug that is skinny, and rounded off.  It is a 5\16" square right in the center on the passenger side.

Havnt stored a vehicle like that so i cant give you tips on the gasoline...

Goodluck to ya,
~Paul

[Spinalguy]

anything i have stored inside i have done this:
Put it up on blocks (or crappy spare tires) to prevent flat spots.
Took the battery out (as you are in heated underground, just disconnect)
Filled gastank full with stabilizer.

i did this with 2 IROC's and one jeep. Never a problem in the Spring. i never started them either.
Tom

[apex]

yeah... i could see Tom in a mullet and an IROC.

<jab><jab>

all in good humor man...

[Spinalguy]

he,he,he...it was a hockey cut not a mullet :lol:

[henry]

II have been through several windshields in the past while, and I saw a plexi-glass type product in the Quadratech mag. Is this a good idea?



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You do not want a Lexan or Plexiglass window in your Jeep.  The ones we use in our stockcar pit and scratch easy, and have to be cleaned/polished with a two step cleaner product.  They look good for ten minues, then look like crap.  Lexan/plexiglass windows on a street/trail application, like your Jeep,  would be a very bad idea.  I would highly not recommend it, also, windshield wipers will kill a plastic window.

My two cents.
Darren :twisted: