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Old May 6, 2007 | 12:42 AM
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Sorry this isn't an LS1 question but I couldnt figure out where else to post this...

I'm getting really pissed off at mine. 6 months ago I had an intermittent low RPM (1500-2000) stumble. Did plugs, wires, cap, rotor and the problem was solved, the old distributor cap was kinda nasty and worn underneath, so it ran like a champ with a new one on there. The other day it started acting stupid again, and since I had a warranty on the wires I changed them again, and switched my spark plugs to a different kind. Nothing. Tonight I pulled the cap and rotor off, and they both had some corrosion so I ran to Murrays (gotta love 24 hour parts stores) and replaced them both. Still missing. Any ideas? When I pulled the plugs they still looked pretty new, too new almost. They should be golden brownish but these were still pretty white. What would you guys check next? It's a 99 with a 4.0, about 112K on it which for a 4.0 is nothing. I have noticed if I pop it in neutral it revs fine, but when I am in gear it accelerates goofy and jumps until I get above 2 grand, then it is fine. Then since I cruise about 1700-1800 @ 45 mph, it bucks and acts stupid there sometimes too.
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Old May 6, 2007 | 04:32 AM
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Not sure if this is your problem but there have been issues with the jeeps and the injectors and intake valves. The recommendation is to do the top end cleaner/injector cleaner. On your engine with that many miles probably a good idea anyway so I would give it a try.
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Old May 6, 2007 | 09:48 AM
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I would try clealing your injectors, and also run a top end cleaner like DaddySS said.
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Old May 6, 2007 | 10:37 AM
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I dump a can of seafoam in the gas tank of all my cars once every 6 months or so, just did it on the jeep last month.
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Old May 6, 2007 | 12:22 PM
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check your fuel filter or possible vaccum leaks, sounds like it is lean making it cut out and buck
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check your fuel filter or possible vaccum leaks, sounds like it is lean making it cut out and buck

I didn't see any vacuum leaks, and I am dreading the fuel filter as I have to drop the tank to replace it. Chrysler did some really stupid things when they redid the cherokee in the late 90's.
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Clogged cat?

I am also having problems sith my 01 cherokee 4.0. makes a whisteling sound untill you push on the gas petal. I hate it.
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Turns out it was a bad oxygen sensor, thanks for the help guys!
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