Something Different and Fixed by MSD
27-02-2015, 05:10 PM
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Ordered 2x A4 pieces of carbon effect vinyl.
Wasn't big enough but used it for a bash and think I've done a decent job so ordered a rioll of the stuff to get rid of the wood effect interior trims.
Wasn't big enough but used it for a bash and think I've done a decent job so ordered a rioll of the stuff to get rid of the wood effect interior trims.
28-02-2015, 07:33 PM
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28-02-2015, 09:50 PM
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http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item...d=381117191869
I did try to fly eye the rear lights today but the material wasn't very flexible and quite brittle. So failed that one
Ordered a different type so will give that a bash when it turns up.
I did try to fly eye the rear lights today but the material wasn't very flexible and quite brittle. So failed that one
Ordered a different type so will give that a bash when it turns up.
03-03-2015, 07:09 PM
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Cheers Wes.
Got the bug again to do stuff to it. Lost the love of cars after the ST went but something different and getting into it again.
Got the bug again to do stuff to it. Lost the love of cars after the ST went but something different and getting into it again.
04-03-2015, 04:33 PM
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Quick question that may be a very daft one.
Looking on line the indicator bulbs are 100 type(fitment?) 27/7
The only bulbs in that size are white.
The only Amber ones I can find are 108 27/7 and doesn't fit.
Are they the same size and the 108 denotes the bulb colour?
Looking on line the indicator bulbs are 100 type(fitment?) 27/7
The only bulbs in that size are white.
The only Amber ones I can find are 108 27/7 and doesn't fit.
Are they the same size and the 108 denotes the bulb colour?
04-03-2015, 08:38 PM
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11-03-2015, 09:33 AM
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Bulb dilemma sorted. MikeyRobbo has ordered me some, top lad 
Managed to find a but of time to wrap a bit more of the dash. The stereo surround is next on the list then the door switch surrounds.
And booked in with MikeyRobbo to get the air con regassed and lift kit fitted! While he does the hard work I'll tidy the callipers up and get those painted. Then and find a day to sort the alloys out with some fresh paint.
Managed to find a but of time to wrap a bit more of the dash. The stereo surround is next on the list then the door switch surrounds.
And booked in with MikeyRobbo to get the air con regassed and lift kit fitted! While he does the hard work I'll tidy the callipers up and get those painted. Then and find a day to sort the alloys out with some fresh paint.
12-03-2015, 10:03 PM
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Looks really good that wrap. A lot nicer than the original.
13-03-2015, 12:26 AM
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21-03-2015, 07:06 PM
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MikeyRobbo put in a fair bit of work doing the lift today so huge thanks to that man .
While he was hard at work I did some easy bits that were annoying me.
So finished wrapping the last of the crap wood effect
And back in the door
The wheels were shabby so a quick coat of paint to smarten it up till I can get the time to sort them properly. And quick paint of the callipers.
And a before and after
That's it for now.
.While he was hard at work I did some easy bits that were annoying me.
So finished wrapping the last of the crap wood effect
And back in the door
The wheels were shabby so a quick coat of paint to smarten it up till I can get the time to sort them properly. And quick paint of the callipers.
And a before and after
That's it for now.
22-03-2015, 10:07 PM
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Looks serious!
02-04-2015, 10:02 AM
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Not much going on at the minute other than a few exterior LED bulbs.
Changed the indicator bulbs but need to get the decoders for them as they are flashing rapidly.
Also was told a code reader is a wise investment with jeeps so eBay job for that.
Already came in handy as getting a couple of warning lights for the EGR flow and keeps going into limp mode.
So rang up and booked in at MSD next Friday as it needs sorting asap!!! So EGR delete happening by them.
James, I'll rob an MSD sticker this time if that's ok pal
Changed the indicator bulbs but need to get the decoders for them as they are flashing rapidly.
Also was told a code reader is a wise investment with jeeps so eBay job for that.
Already came in handy as getting a couple of warning lights for the EGR flow and keeps going into limp mode.
So rang up and booked in at MSD next Friday as it needs sorting asap!!! So EGR delete happening by them.
James, I'll rob an MSD sticker this time if that's ok pal
Last edited by Carlos-Titx; 02-04-2015 at 10:04 AM.
30-09-2015, 12:15 PM
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The jeeps back at Motorsport developments as the jeep went into limp mode perminantly.
Signs and Internet seems to point at the swirl flap motor being goosed.
It sits in the top of the V under the turbo. That leaks a bit of oil onto the swirl pot motor and knackers it. Mercedes did a recall for it but jeep said no.
It's a flawed design so if it is the motor I've asked Kenny to remove it and block the inlets for me.
They've got a week with it as I'm working away again so hopefully when I get back next week it'll be running correctly again and can enjoy the thing.
Asked if they have time to do a power run and see what the figures are. Shame I didn't get it done at the same time of the map
Met Stu as well and had a brew and a chat. Top bloke.
Fingers crossed it's a fairly easy fix or my bank balance will be crying like a little boy trapped in jimmy Savilles changing room.
Signs and Internet seems to point at the swirl flap motor being goosed.
It sits in the top of the V under the turbo. That leaks a bit of oil onto the swirl pot motor and knackers it. Mercedes did a recall for it but jeep said no.
It's a flawed design so if it is the motor I've asked Kenny to remove it and block the inlets for me.
They've got a week with it as I'm working away again so hopefully when I get back next week it'll be running correctly again and can enjoy the thing.
Asked if they have time to do a power run and see what the figures are. Shame I didn't get it done at the same time of the map
Met Stu as well and had a brew and a chat. Top bloke.
Fingers crossed it's a fairly easy fix or my bank balance will be crying like a little boy trapped in jimmy Savilles changing room.
07-10-2015, 10:30 PM
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THE BAT MOBILE IS CURED!!!!
Stu rang me up yesterday asking how it goes into limp mode.
Typical! Drop your car off at a garage and the symptoms sod off.
But he got it sorted into limp mode and began his magic.
Had the swirl flap motor bypassed as everything I was reading on various forums that is what causes the limp mode and puts the TPS warning light on. Strangely the TPS warning light has nothing to do with the TPS????
But the position of the swirl is under the turbo where oil gets passed the turbo seal and drips
Onto the swirl motor and knackers it.
Asked for it to be bypassed as it will only fail again in time and it's near useless any way and it doesn't effect drivability or fuel consumption according to the Chrysler 300 C forum.
And he sent me a rather shocking picture. I believe what he said was that it wasn't flowing enough air so was going to pressure test the inlet system to see if there was a leak. But went to basics and "start at the start so to speak"
He checked the air filter.
Now this jeep has had 1 owner from new and a full main dealer service history. I'll let the picture do the taking.
an oversight by me as that is something I usually check now and then.
But if the Jeep dealer can't be arsed to change the air filter I bet they haven't put the correct additives or grade of oils in the drive train so will have to spend the £400-£500 on the oils and get them all changed.
The book says service every 2 years or 1 year if used for town driving.
Drive train every 3 years but after seeing that filter it's getting done asap as they are very temperamental to incorrect oils and additives.
This filter is apparently 1 year old according to the service history
Anyway. Stu kindly sent me a couple of pics.
Oil from turbo to swirl motor
Cleaned and bypass done
Big thanks to Stu and Kenny sorting it.
Train up to Blackpool tomorrow to collect it and get all those 450 ibs of torque going once again!
Biggest shocker was the price. So much cheaper than I was expecting so will use the change for a proper service.
But will probably spend it on some LED light bars
The turbo is positioned in a great place above the V motor.
One of these turbos on the shelf in our store at work. Wonder if it would work on a 3.0 V6?
Look bloody awesome popping out of the bonnet though
Size of that!!
Stu rang me up yesterday asking how it goes into limp mode.
Typical! Drop your car off at a garage and the symptoms sod off.
But he got it sorted into limp mode and began his magic.
Had the swirl flap motor bypassed as everything I was reading on various forums that is what causes the limp mode and puts the TPS warning light on. Strangely the TPS warning light has nothing to do with the TPS????
But the position of the swirl is under the turbo where oil gets passed the turbo seal and drips
Onto the swirl motor and knackers it.
Asked for it to be bypassed as it will only fail again in time and it's near useless any way and it doesn't effect drivability or fuel consumption according to the Chrysler 300 C forum.
And he sent me a rather shocking picture. I believe what he said was that it wasn't flowing enough air so was going to pressure test the inlet system to see if there was a leak. But went to basics and "start at the start so to speak"
He checked the air filter.
Now this jeep has had 1 owner from new and a full main dealer service history. I'll let the picture do the taking.
an oversight by me as that is something I usually check now and then.
But if the Jeep dealer can't be arsed to change the air filter I bet they haven't put the correct additives or grade of oils in the drive train so will have to spend the £400-£500 on the oils and get them all changed.
The book says service every 2 years or 1 year if used for town driving.
Drive train every 3 years but after seeing that filter it's getting done asap as they are very temperamental to incorrect oils and additives.
This filter is apparently 1 year old according to the service history
Anyway. Stu kindly sent me a couple of pics.
Oil from turbo to swirl motor
Cleaned and bypass done
Big thanks to Stu and Kenny sorting it.
Train up to Blackpool tomorrow to collect it and get all those 450 ibs of torque going once again!
Biggest shocker was the price. So much cheaper than I was expecting so will use the change for a proper service.
But will probably spend it on some LED light bars
The turbo is positioned in a great place above the V motor.
One of these turbos on the shelf in our store at work. Wonder if it would work on a 3.0 V6?
Look bloody awesome popping out of the bonnet though
Size of that!!
Last edited by Carlos-Titx; 07-10-2015 at 10:41 PM.
07-10-2015, 11:03 PM
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After working for a while at a multi franchise main dealer, one of them being Jeep, it always seemed the parts were overpriced and sometimes hard to get quickly...
How have you found getting parts for yours? I'm guessing that you can get some bits from factors?
Going to need to get a decent 7 seater soon, looking for an alternative to a Disco or Shogun etc...
How have you found getting parts for yours? I'm guessing that you can get some bits from factors?
Going to need to get a decent 7 seater soon, looking for an alternative to a Disco or Shogun etc...
07-10-2015, 11:14 PM
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After working for a while at a multi franchise main dealer, one of them being Jeep, it always seemed the parts were overpriced and sometimes hard to get quickly...
How have you found getting parts for yours? I'm guessing that you can get some bits from factors?
Going to need to get a decent 7 seater soon, looking for an alternative to a Disco or Shogun etc...
How have you found getting parts for yours? I'm guessing that you can get some bits from factors?
Going to need to get a decent 7 seater soon, looking for an alternative to a Disco or Shogun etc...
Engine wise no issues at all. It's a Mercedes 3.0 V6 as used in their ML models (I think it's ML) and the Chrysler 300 C. Think the V8 Hemi would be harder to get parts for.
The main issue would be getting body work and trim. There was only 1200 I believe imported by jeep from 2006 - 2010. And sod all spares so breakers yards for that. There are a few on eBay now and then being broken.
I need to visit one tomorrow for a new door seal as mine has a huge tear in it and air gets in right where my right kidney is. Not good on cold days!
My next fix is the aircon system in the back as the pipes have split. It's a body off job so going to cut the pipes and replace the small section with braided lines.
It is a cracking 7 seater. 2nd row is higher than the front and the 3rd row higher than the 2nd so everyone gets a good view. And some come with DVD player and flip down screen.
Gets my 4 kids in easy enough. Well, my eldest struggles as its lifted.
08-10-2015, 11:38 PM
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So nice to have it fixed and running tip top again.
Only for something else to fail and stick it into limp mode
Glow plug control module has now failed. Cleared the code and running fine again.
Hopefully just a glitch with all the ecu and mechanical work.
Jeep part is £140. Mercedes part £95.
Only 2 10mm bolts to remove engine cover and 6 8mm bolts to remove bracket and unplug the module and stick the new one in so if it flashes up again at least it's easy enough for an idiot like me to do
Only for something else to fail and stick it into limp mode
Glow plug control module has now failed. Cleared the code and running fine again.
Hopefully just a glitch with all the ecu and mechanical work.
Jeep part is £140. Mercedes part £95.
Only 2 10mm bolts to remove engine cover and 6 8mm bolts to remove bracket and unplug the module and stick the new one in so if it flashes up again at least it's easy enough for an idiot like me to do
09-10-2015, 06:50 PM
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Jesus you're not having the best of luck with this!
10-10-2015, 07:33 AM
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Yeah I'm getting fed up with it.
Unfortunately the cheaper part is in Poland. And don't want the jeep running about in limp mode and constantly clearing codes for it to run so going to have to bite the bullet and get the module from a stealership.
Chrysler/jeep have one in stock in Cardiff Mercedes near me have a few on the shelf so I'll pop up there later.
Rang a breakers and they want £110 ish for a second hand unit but they are sealed so not going to risk it.
Bloody cars! Cheaper than cossie ownership no doubt haha.
Unfortunately the cheaper part is in Poland. And don't want the jeep running about in limp mode and constantly clearing codes for it to run so going to have to bite the bullet and get the module from a stealership.
Chrysler/jeep have one in stock in Cardiff
Mercedes near me have a few on the shelf so I'll pop up there later.Rang a breakers and they want £110 ish for a second hand unit but they are sealed so not going to risk it.
Bloody cars! Cheaper than cossie ownership no doubt haha.
10-10-2015, 11:45 AM
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Merc did a recall over the swirl motor due to poor design. Jeep on the other hand said nah it's fine.
Heading out shortly to Merc for the part as it went into limp mode again a couple of times with the same code so best change the module before it kills the glow plugs.
Then hopefully I can start getting light bars and switch gear made up.
The ones I get will be green to match the dash lighting.
And the silly switch to turn all on because I can
